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Two men employed as guards at the Richwood Correctional Center located in the town of Richwood died recently, and their families strongly believe that their deaths could have been prevented. Carl Lenard, 62, and Stanton Johnson, 51, died after contacting COVID-19 while working at the Richwood facility. According to media reports and family members, both men are believed to have contracted virus from detainees (some of whom has been confirmed to have the virus) while working at the facility. The...
Two men employed as guards at the Richwood Correctional Center located in the Town of Richwood died recently, and their families strongly believe that their deaths could have been prevented. Carl Lenard, 62 and Stanton Johnson, 51 died after contacting COVID-19 while working at the Richwood facility. According to media reports and family members, both men while working at the facility are believed to have contracted virus from detainees, some of whom has been confirmed to have the virus. The det...
Things in life often happen very quickly. Before we know it, a decision that we make in a moment of rage can change the direction of our lives, creating a pause or alternate route, and changing things for better or worse. According to police reports, police were summoned to a domestic aggravated battery call at Chestnut Terrance in West Monroe, LA. The victim told police his girlfriend cut him with a knife while they were arguing. It is alleged that the suspect, Shacassity Y. Armstrong told her...
Early Tuesday, May 5, 2020, a vehicle accident on I-20 east near Monroe claimed the life of Johnny Ray Green. News of this tragic accident was reported by State Police Troop F, who responded to the car crash involving an 18-wheeler. The 18-wheeler struck Green's vehicle in the outside lane on the eastbound side of I-20. The truck allegedly struck the vehicle Green was driving, and unfortunately, pronounced dead by Ouachita Parish Coroner's Office. The driver of the 18-wheeler was uninjured and...
Denise was born October 25, 1960 in Fort Worth, TX. She transitioned into eternal rest on Saturday, May 2, 2020, at St. Francis Medical Center. Denise was a proud graduate of Carroll High School Class of 1978. She studied at Louisiana Tech University. She worked as a paraprofessional with the Monroe City School Board (where she worked for 25 years). She retired in May 2018. Denise was a dedicated member of Rose of Sharon Baptist Church. She was loved deeply by her church family (especially the y...
In the Washington, DC region, the late honorable, Marion Barry - the second mayor of Washington, DC, 1979-1991, and again 1995-1999 - stood the test of time. He was best known for coming to the aid of his people in DC despite his imperfections. For the loyalty and allegiance, he rendered to his constituents, he, today, is known as the city's Mayor for Life. When I think of a leader that serves in such a capacity, I think of the mayor of my hometown, Monroe, LA, the honorable James "Jamie" Mayo....
It is difficult when a mother and wife dies, but equally hard for a family when a father and husband dies, especially when the death is just a week later. Family and friends are mourning the death of another Louis family member, Elder Hilton Louis, Jr., who died Wednesday, April 14, 2020. He was Carroll High class of 1966 graduate, and Pastor of Heavenly Traveler Church of God in Christ in Monroe, LA. Rev. Louis recently retired from General Motors in Mississippi in March 2020, after...
Friday, May 1, 2020, was a milestone in the life of Neville's Coach Rankins as he celebrated his birthday. His dedication to his job, helping and assisting students at Neville High School in Monroe, LA, for 56 years is commendable. Having crossed the threescore and twenty is truly a blessing from God. Since around 1971, Coach Rankins has been a Neville High School fixture. What was supposed to be a setback turned to become a blessing for Neville students. Due to the times in which we live with...
There are many beautiful residences in our community, especially in the hood. Houses that are well kept, nicely painted, yards mowed, and creatively decorated. You do not have to ride across Louisville Ave. in Monroe, LA, to see beautiful neighborhoods, they are on the southside of Monroe also! There is, however, lots of trash dumped mostly on the south side of Monroe. Sadly this is often done by residences, sometimes right across the street from their own homes. It is hard to understand how...
After experiencing multiple obstacles in attempting to reach this goal, Monroe's own Mr. Victor Butler is now Dr. Victor Butler. He will be conferred the Doctorate of Education in a formal graduation in August of this year, unless the coronavirus speaks otherwise. A product of Monroe, he was educated in the Ouachita Parish School System, starting at Swayze Elementary and graduating from Richwood High School. He furthered his educational pursuit at Grambling State University, obtaining the...
Citizens should take time to read and listen to all updates from the governor about the Coronavirus and take them seriously. One of the recent reports showed there were 29,140 cases in Louisiana; 1,950 total deaths, and 17,303 people total presumed to have recovered. Those numbers are realistic and probably, have increased since the printing of this article. We all have to go out to work (if we are fortunate enough to have employment), keep essential medical appointments that cannot be...
In December 2019, Les Martinique Debutante Zoe Jackson was presented to society at the Les Martinique Debutante Ball at the Monroe Civic Center B.D. Robinson Conference Hall. Les Martinique Debutante Zoe Jackson is the daughter of Milton and Tiffany Jackson. Photo Les Martinique Debutante Zoe Jackson...
The University of Louisiana System is announcing a special tuition rate for Louisiana adults returning to school to finish their degree though Compete LA. A flat rate of $275 per credit hour will apply to students who qualify through the program. This rate provides an average discount of $450 per course. “This straight-forward pricing model not only offers relief in what it will cost to finish a degree but eases the burden returning adults experience when calculating costs to return to school,” UL System President and CEO Jim Henderson sai...
These are the beginning of sorrows. ( Matt . 24: 4- 8 ) They shall deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and you shall be hated of all nations for my name sake. And many shall be offended, and shall betray one another ( Matt . 24 : 9 , 10 ) We must build up our FAITH in worship to God, and proclaiming that the Lord is merciful, gracious, longsuffering , and abundant in goodness and truth. ( Psalm 25: 9-14 ) The whole world must repent to the creator of the Universe, ask him for his wisdom that comes from above. God's people will...
The Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office, under the direction of Governor John Bel Edwards, and in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Health, has activated a new, web-based program to assist businesses and religious organizations with safely resuming operations as the public health emergency due to COVID-19 continues. “In order for us to move forward and open businesses as safely as possible, it is important that clear guidance is available. This website will help businesses and churches better understand which phase will all...
Nick Greely 53, died April 21, 2020, at LSU Ochsner Health in Shreveport, Louisiana. Nick was born on October 23, 1966, in Monroe Louisiana, and was a lifelong resident. He worked for Turner Industries. While growing up in Monroe, Nick found he had an acumen for sports, and he played football at Ouachita High School, where he graduated in 1984. Nick also attended Northeast Louisiana University before he joined the U.S. Army. Nick served his country honorably through two tours of duty. Nick leaves behind to mourn him, his two children Nicklaus,...
This week the Louisiana Department of Health and Louisiana Public Health Institute are bringing people together from all points in Northeast Louisiana to have a voice about disparities and the response to a public health crisis in Louisiana. This is our moment to have NELA included in the statewide discussion for next steps. Please register to attend and support the people of Northeast Louisiana on 05/07/20 at 4:00pm. You can register onlineby https://link.zixcentral.com/u/23511037/FtEtOdeO6hGdu161hnsoMg?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F2VUEvVm.Our...
This nation that sits between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans in the northern hemisphere of the Americas that is called the United States is a lot of things, but “united” is not one of them. Even being in the midst of the possible worst pandemic known to mankind, some areas are being torn apart at the seams. As of this writing, over 65,000 people have died from the COVID-19 virus in just a little of over two months. A big argument over whether the nation was adequately prepared, or foresaw the consequences of the virus is still being hotly deb...
District A Ouachita Parish Police Juror Scotty Robinson seemed to be convinced that the parish’s governing body could make use of a lobbyist. At one of its regularly scheduled meetings, Monday, May 4, Robinson again tried to get his colleagues to see the benefits of hiring a lobbying firm to do work on behalf of the police jury. Not everyone is on board just yet. Robinson told jurors that The Picard Group, a lobbying firm, is interested in doing business with them and that they are ready to begin. District B Juror Jack Clampit appeared not t...
Two hearts will become one as Otis Robinson Jr. and Tonya Small will stand before God, family, and friends in Holy Matrimony. Together with their families Otis and Tonya announce their approaching marriage. Photo Otis Robinson and Tonya Small...
It is your birthday Master Justin Alexander, Jr. You know what that means? It's time to wear the hat, blow the candles and cut the cake. But don't forget to think of all the wishes you want to make! Enjoy your day! Master Justin Alexander Jr. is the son of Justin and LaSasha Alexander Sr., the grandson of Rev. Brian and Mrs. Connie Castle and the great grandson of Mrs. Lucille Richards. Photo Master Justin Alexander Jr....
On your birthday, I wish you abundant happiness and love. May all your dreams become a reality. But even more than that, may it bring you loads of true love and friendship. Have an amazing birthday! Happy birthday Daddy's girl, Andrea Jackson Saturday May 9. Love Daddy, Andrew Jackson!...
Thanks to all who have and will donate to the Irma DeTiege Scholarship Fund. The legendary Irma DeTiege was an incredibly special person, who helped lots of people in Monroe LA, throughout northeast Louisiana, and the U.S. She was a poor girl from Riverton LA who trusted God and believed in deliverance. With lots of hard work, ups and downs, she quietly made a difference in the lives of others. Irma was a nobody who helped everybody to become somebody. Everyone was big in her eyesight. If she...
Alma Jones, 70 Alma Jones of Bonita, LA, Correctional Office, died May 2, 2020. Graveside services are Saturday, May 9, 2020 at St Mark Cemetery in Bonita, LA. Visitation will be Friday, May 8, 2020, 3:00 - 4:00PM under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home of Bastrop, LA. Eddie Johnson, Sr., 40 Eddie Johnson of Rayville, LA, Fire Fighter, died May 1, 2020. Graveside services are Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at 3:30PM at Morning Star Cemetery in Fort Necessity, LA, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home of Rayville, LA. Jazzmire Brandley, 7...
Doorkeepers or keepers of the door, their church service is invaluable. They are the first to meet and greet you at church. If you have a question, need a seat, need to speak or sit with a certain group, church ushers are at your beck and call to fulfill your desires and are valuable church servants. This week the Monroe Dispatch salutes dedicated Starlight Baptist Church Usher Janet Davis who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher....
What the world is experiencing is likened into a wilderness experience. We, as believers and unbelievers alike, will have times where, for a moment, we cannot seem to find comfort in our thoughts. Many ideas like - we have lost a job (how will I make it?), we've lost a loved one (what will we do without them?), or we've lost our way (how will we get back on track?) - are coming to us, more often than we would like. Know that your wilderness experience is not the only one. Nothing under the sun...
I have so much love and admiration for my mom. The older I get, the more I see our similarities, and it makes me grateful that I have her to call mom. I, too, sometimes chuckle reminiscing on scenarios and things that shaped our unique mother/daughter relationship. I have always admired my mom's beauty. When I was a little girl, I relished watching her get dressed for fancy events and parties that she and my dad would attend. I would sit on her vanity chair as she got dressed, then move to the floor when it was time for her to put on her...
Louisiana schools abruptly closed its doors mid-March, leaving an open-ended feeling to the school year. Although school closures are inevitable amid COVID-19 spreading and concerns, school administrators are continuing to provide resources to their students so that they remain connected and supported during this uncertain time. On Friday, May 1, 2020, Minnie Ruffin Elementary in Monroe held a parade to encourage and celebrate its students. The idea of a parade was birthed from a faculty Zoom...
Celebrating another year in 2020 is Coach Gloria Elmore, who is looking exceptional and celebrating her birthday, Thursday, May 7. Call her and wish her a happy birthday, telling her you read it in the Dispatch! Happy Birthday Coach Gloria Elmore! Photo Coach Gloria Elmore...
The world changes from year to year, our lives from day to day, but the love and memory of you shall never pass away. Remembering My Sister Katie Coleman on Mother's Day! Always love your sister Mamie Williams Photo Katie Coleman...
On last week, several Monroe Police Officers, who were assigned to work the tornado damaged areas, wanted to do something special to uplift the countless families that were so greatly affected by the tornado. These officers came together and donated their own money and spent their personal time organizing the initiative and buying food to provide a treat for the families in the impacted communities. After media organizations reported their good deed, several citizens contacted the department to...
The current American government is system waging economic, healthcare, judicial/ criminal justice, educational, voting, and Coronavirus related warfare against poor, Black, Hispanic, elderly, disabled, children, immigrants, veterans, homeless, incarcerated, low income, students, and communities. The war of good vs. evil is in full advance. The fight over who will rule, good or evil? Who will exercise power over the people, the money, and the country, who will rule the future direction of the nation, and whose offspring will rule and dominate...
Fear maybe defined as pain about the future. It is the common form of mental stress. Fear can become a problem as well as a solution. We have healthy fear which hold us back from experiencing many of the good things God has for us (Cloud and Townsend,2000). People wrestle with two primary fears. They are: fear of failure and fear of the future. Fear is from Satan. God deals with human fear, confession and paralysis by letting people know that He is the Lord their God who can do anything and can solve any problem. He also reminds them of what...
At Bright Oak Baptist Church Monroe LA, a grab and go lunch was provided by Bright Oak Baptist Church and friends to tornado victims and the community Saturday April 25. Among those donating and showing love to the people were city council chair Juanita Woods and city council candidate Coach Jesse Smith among the many who gave their time and money brightening others day with a free lunch with all the trimmings and a drink. Rev. Barry Gibson is Pastor. Photo Grab & Go- Bright Oak Baptist Church...
