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The candidates running for Monroe city mayor and council seats received troubling news recently as they prepared to take their messages to voters regarding their plans for the future of Monroe. A scathing report from a firm called Madison Trust Co. lists the city of Monroe as the number 1 metro area for households living below the poverty level. This means that Monroe has one of the highest percentage (42.90%) of households in the entire nation living below the poverty line. Coming in at a close second was the city of Pine Bluff, AK, at...
An alleged weekend shooting has residents on edge on Alabama St. in Monroe, LA. According to sources, a boyfriend was shot one day, and the girlfriend was beaten and shot the next day. Sources allege that the boyfriend came to the door when the doorbell rang, answered the door, and was allegedly shot. The next day, the girlfriend answered knocks at the door when she was beaten and then shot. It’s a scary time, especially when supposedly no one saw any of this suspicious violence. Many throughout the city are really afraid now, especially a...
When you look out a window and see two people fighting, it's hard to determine who's right or wrong. At a southside deli where many people grab lunch, an alleged fight broke out between a customer and an employee on Sunday, February 11, 2024. Sources claim that a young female customer entered the deli in Monroe, LA when a fight broke out between her and a female employee. The employee left her position behind the deli counter to engage in the altercation. Customers were dismayed as the fight escalated, leaving many wondering how they went...
It has been a year-long struggle for former interim police chief Reggie Brown, but the effort to win reinstatement within the Monroe Police Department has paid off. Following a recent ruling by the Second Circuit Court of Appeal, Brown is well on his way back to being employed by the city's police department. In a February 2024 ruling, the court asserted that a reviewing court was "out of bounds" when it overruled a decision by the Monroe Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board that ruled...
When Lorethie "Loe" Dunn went on FMLA in 2014, she never came back to her job as Campus Director at the Bastrop Campus, her last day was July 14. 2014. She retired on Oct. 1, 2014 and a retirement ceremony was held in her honor on November 14 of the same year. Dunn had not made plans to leave her career in the manner in which she did, as her goal was to work forty years on the job and see what would happen after that. During 2014, Dunn's relationship with the school's administrators had soured...
Ouachita Sheriff's Investigators are attempting to locate a runaway juvenile, Keara Thomas 16. Keara was last seen on February 11, 2024 in the Calhoun area. She is described as a Black female, 5'-5" tall, and weighing 140 lbs. She has tattoos on her throat, chest, and forearm. A clothing description is not available. She is known to frequent the Parkview Apartments area, numerous areas in the city of Monroe, Grambling State University, and possibly the Eros area in Jackson Parish. Anyone with...
May blessings accompany you throughout your journey in life, wherever the path led by Christ may take you. May love walk hand in hand with you, and may joy and peace pave the way ahead. May God's word illuminate your daily path, and grace and patience serve as your guiding lights. Wishing Leo and Sharondal "Ronnee" Williams a joyous celebration on their 27th wedding anniversary, February 14, 2024!...
Madison James Foster 1st Royal Mardi Gras Coronation of Mr. and Miss Madison James Foster was Saturday February10, 2024 at Madison James Foster Elementary School in Monroe LA. Jayla Coates reigned Miss Madison James Foster and Kyle Parker reined as Mr. Madison James Foster. It was an enchanting evening with Mr. and Miss Madison James Foster and their Royal Court. Jennifer Harris is Principal....
Supporters of Mayor Jamie Mayo gathered at the Abe E. Pierce lll Convention Center in Monroe, LA, on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Among them were current and former elected officials, including Rick Saulsberry, Rodney Welch, WM Alderman, Adrian Fisher, St. Rep. Verbon Muhammad, Charles D. Jones, former state senator, Kenneth Wilson, Katrina Jackson, St. Senator, Dr. Ollibeth Reddix, Angela Mayo, Jamie Mayo, Juanita Woods, City Council, Michael Thompson, Ouachita Police Jury, Pat Moore, St. Rep.,...
Friday, February 9, 2024, marked a significant day for three Carroll High School football players as they signed college football letters of intent. Nathan Roberts and Xhane Williams committed to Grambling State University, while Ian Allen signed with Allen University. Congratulations to these Carroll football players for earning another opportunity to play on Saturdays....
Mrs. Mae Francis Shelly Mansfield went home to be with the Lord on February 13, 2024. She will lie in state, and visitation is on Friday, February 16, 2024, 1:00 - 4:00 PM at Miller Funeral Home, 2932 Renwick St., in Monroe, LA. The family hour is also on Friday, February 16, 2024, at First Missionary Baptist Church, 507 Swayze St., in Monroe, LA, 5 :00 - 7:00 PM, with the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Omega Service at 6:00 PM. Mrs. Mae Francis Shelly Mansfield's Celebration of Life is...
Dating and marriage are goals for many. There is nothing wrong with desiring honorable and healthy relationships; the thing is, many don’t. For them, anything will do—even going outside of the will of God. I've been there, so I can surely and sincerely tell you, brother/sister, that dating or marrying outside of God’s will causes problems. Those problems can lead to unhealthy cycles, which lead to trauma and distrust. That trauma and distrust lead to fear and anxiety. This fear and anxie...
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Omicron Iota Omega Chapter Precious Pearls Grand Tea was Sunday, February 11, 2024 at the Abe E. Pierce III Convention Center in Monroe, LA. Congratulations to Petite Pearl Trekeemia Peeler!...
Carroll High School in Monroe, LA, stands as a beacon of hope in our community, its legacy rooted in academic, athletic, band, choir, and STEM excellence. Established in 1953 by the visionary Morris Henry Carroll, the school has always demanded greatness from its students, inspiring them to realize their full potential. The Carroll mystic, instilled by its founding, still resonates in the hearts of those who experienced its glory then and now. We continue to sing praises to Carroll High School,...
Prime Time Family Reading Program brings families together for a free evening of fun-one night a week for six weeks to read award-winning children’s books, and then participate in a discussion centered around the important themes such as fairness, courage, and other topics. Our discussion strategies are proven to increase creativity, critical thinking, and academic success. Your child keeps the books to add to their home library. Prime Time Family Reading Program is designed for families with children 6-10 years old, but siblings of any age a...
Black History Month is HERE and through the efforts of Senator Katrina Jackson, Senate District 34, HAMPCO, Inc. will be bringing back its Academic Heritage Quiz Bowl. This Bowl will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, starting at 9:00 a.m. at Thomas Jefferson Upper Elementary School, 1001 Pecan Street, Monroe, La. This Quiz Bowl will have three levels of competition: Elementary, Junior High and High Schools. All schools will compete for money and prizes. Students will answer questions about African American History and the team with the...
I was born in the late '60s growing up listening to all types of music such as gospel, jazz, R&B, reggae, blues, classical, and even country. My favorite happens to be rap! In most music, the lyrics usually tell a story about life’s events, ups and downs, or feelings such as happiness or sadness. Music is supposed to be soothing to one's soul. I am writing this article today because of the music I hear blasting through radio waves. This is an appeal to your station for help and understanding with what I am asking of you. First and foremost, w...
Broderick Lashaun Jones, 45 a Truck Driver died February 8, 2024. Service: 2:00 PM Friday February 16, 2024 at Outreach Praise and Worship International Ministry, Swartz, LA. Visitation: 6:00 until 7:00 PM Thursday February 15, 2024 at Smith Funeral Home. Burial: Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Ricky Banks, 72 of Monroe a Correctional Officer II died February 3, 2024. Service: 11:00 AM Saturday February 17, 2024 at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Brannon Hall Center Monroe, LA. Visitation: 5:30 until 7:30 PM...
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service at reasonable prices. Three Monroe locations: Now Save #1 4399, Hwy 165 South, 318-737-7873; Tiger Market Café, 1800 Forsythe Ave, Suite 1, 318-325-4000; Now Save #8 Winnsboro Rd., Now Save # 5, Hwy 165 South and Hadley St. Ms. Edna and staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day! Edna’s cooking features $6.99 breakfas...
People from both sides of political spectrum will be talking about one thing between now and election day. The flavor for the months to come will be about President Joe Biden being too old to serve another term as president. Right-wing media are running stories non-stop about the president being past his time to be in any office, let alone that of the presidency. Biden is 81 years-old, which many will agree that is kind of old to serve in a job as demanding as that of the presidency. However, for some reasons that defy logic, many are...
As it is written...... _ Blessed are the poor in spirit. _Blessed are they that mourn. _Blessed are the meek _Blessed are those who seek after righteousness. _ Blessed are the merciful _Blessed are the pure in heart _We are the salt of the earth, and the light of the world. When the Word of God is lived through our life he is glorified, a light that can't be hidden. God wrote his word in our heart when we received the Holy Ghost that we won’t sin against him (Psalm 119:11-12). The Holy Ghost gives us the POWER to live GÓD’S WORD (Acts 1:8)...
On Sunday January 28, 2024 at St. Luke Baptist Church in Monroe LA, Rev. Richard Wilson lll, filled morning service. Rev. Wilson sermon was, "Who Can I Turn To," with the church walls, rafters, windows and doors falling in all directions! There were so many amens, thank you Jesus and praise to God, church folks felt the spirit of the Lord....
Genesis 32:26 | NKJV And He said, “Let Me go, for the day breaks. “But he said, “I will not let You go unless You bless me!” Beloved Jacob WRESTLED with God ALL night long. Have you ever experienced such an event? When you were faced with many life challenges. When uncertainty, doubt, fear and confusion clouded your thinking. At those times DON’T LET GO OF GOD!!! We are faced everyday with DECISIONS big and small. They impact on our Health, Safety and Security. They determine our sense of wellbe...
Carroll High School in Monroe LA celebrated its Seniors 2024 during its Senior Night, on Friday, February 2, 2024. Girls and boys Senior basketball players were recognized along with Senior cheerleaders. With just four months left in their high school career, Carroll Seniors have an opportunity to make more unforgettable memories with their schoolmates. Keep pushing Seniors!...
Theme: The Road to SU Success The Monroe Chapter of the Southern University Alumni Federation will be the host, along with Wossman High School 1600 Arizona Ave. in Monroe LA, of the Southern University Recruitment Roadshow Tour on Thursday February 22, 2024 from 6-8pm. Approximately thirty (30) faculty and students from the Baton Rouge campus will welcome 2024 graduating seniors and students from all of the Monroe area high schools who are interested in attending Southern University. Information will be presented on housing, financial aid, the...
You are invited to Jackson Parish Branch NAACP Annual Freedom Fund and Scholarship Banquet. Saturday, February 24, 2024 6:00 PM, St. Rest MBC Family Life Center, 813 St. Rest Road, Quitman, LA 71268. Guest Speaker: Ms. Alicia Williams. Former Special Assistant to the Former Governor, John Bel Edwards, graduate of Grambling State University and daughter of Mrs. Thelma and the late Dr. Allen Williams, Grambling, LA. For ticket and other information contact Ms. Annie Johnson @ 318-680-7661 or Ms....
