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Articles from the May 27, 2021 edition


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  • Funeral Fight

    May 27, 2021

    Funerals are held to respect the memory and legacy of those whose lives have come to an end in this life. According to sources on Saturday, May 22, 2021 a altercation allegedly broke out at a funeral at Log Town Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. Sources shared that the deceased relative’s brother was consoling his sister when a distant relative was heard saying, "I got this.” From there an argument ensued, and a knife was pulled. Police were called to the church. Once they arrived, a relative allegedly asked police to leave, saying that it was a f...

  • An Inhumane Death

    Eddie D. Gillis|May 27, 2021

    It was horrifying to watch. A man should still be alive. A family should not still be seeking justice two years later when so much of the truth has already come out. Will there be accountability for the actions of those who beat a man to death? Will there be accountability for those who stood by and did nothing? The videos of Ronald Greene's last minutes on earth are one of the most painful things anyone with a heart could witness. The treatment of Greene by police officers who had him...

  • Remembering Ellis Lowe

    May 27, 2021

    Hearts are saddened at the passing of Ellis Lowe on Monday, May 24, 2021. Ellis was a people person who never met a stranger. His outgoing personality was contagious and energetic. He was a Vietnam veteran and a Grambling State University graduate. He found success working and retiring from General Motors. Former co-workers knew and thought the world of him as many expressed on the job that time passed so fast working with Lowe. He was very well-read and could speak on many subjects. He was a...

  • Hot Seat Council Mayor Police Chief

    Eddie D. Gillis|May 27, 2021

    Members of the Monroe City Council listened in silence Tuesday, May 25, 2021 as several citizens voiced their deep concerns over recent Monroe police officers' conduct. Though there are sometimes limited comments from council members when citizens from the audience voice their concerns over civic matters, none of the council members said anything. There wasn't even a head nod to acknowledge what concerned citizens were saying. Members of the city council are keenly aware of recent and...

  • Civil Service Board Opens Investigation

    May 27, 2021

    The question about what happened to Monroe resident David Harris (similar questions about Ronald Greene) just won't go away. It has been almost two months since Harris died in the custody of the Monroe Police Department (MPD). Harris' family and the public still have no answers concerning Harris' death. The family has been asking questions as a follow-up to an initial investigation conducted by the Ouachita Parish Sheriff Office. At the Thursday, May 29, 2021 Monroe Police and Fire Civil...

  • Hunter Swearing Ceremony

    May 27, 2021

    Recently before God, Family and friends Judge Marcus Hunter was sworn in as Judge of the Court of Appeal by retired Chief Judge Felicia Toney. Judge Marcus Hunter's wife Dr. Tonya Hunter held the bible as Judge Hunter was sworn as Court of Appeal Judge....

  • Kings and Queens

    May 27, 2021

    Barkdull Faulk Elementary School in Monroe, LA held its Annual Coronation of Kings and Queens 2021 on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Reigning as Royal King and Queen was Jaxon Hamilton and Jessika Murphy. Queen Cadence Comanche and King Carter Underwood were also recognized along with other court members. Reigning Royal Court Mr. Blue was Austin Nash. Stacie Sylvestri is Principal at Barkdull Faulk Elementary School....

  • Bias Advocate of the Year

    May 27, 2021

    Yolanda Bias was named Advocate of the Year by the Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault recently. Bias is the Sexual Assault Prevention Coordinator for The Wellspring of Monroe and has been with The Wellspring for 5 years. Bias is an advocate for victims of sexual violence. She has made a tremendous impact on this community as well as the surrounding areas. She partners with area coaches and Girl's Academy, where she supports and empowers them to accomplish their goals and foster healthy...

  • Goldman 2021 Grad

    May 27, 2021

    5 Graduate Myles Jamal Goldman graduated from Carroll High School in Monroe LA recently with a 3.8 grade point average. Myles is headed to Southern University in Baton Rouge LA where he will pursue a career in criminal justice. Myles is the grandson of Melvin and Donna Goldman....

  • Irma DeTiege Scholarship

    May 27, 2021

    We will always praise God for the late Irma DeTiege, who created a pathway for herself and others during a time when Blacks had nothing but themselves. She loved education, especially at Mezpath, where school was taught by the late Mrs. Maude Tucker Eddy. She taught Irma and all the brothers and sisters to dream and think big. Mrs. Eddy told students that there is a bigger world than just their farm and plantation. Maude Tucker not only taught education, but she also taught manners, being...

  • ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

    May 27, 2021

    Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of Forsythe Pool Demolition will be received by the City of Monroe, at the Purchasing Division, located at 1014 Grammont Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71201. Bids will be received until 1:45 P.M., on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Bids will be opened and read aloud in the Purchasing Division, at 2:15 P.M. The CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Bid Form, Bid Bond, Agreement, General Conditions, Payment Bond, Performance Bond, Drawings, Specifications, and... Full story

  • ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

    May 27, 2021

    Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of Riverbarge Street Improvements will be received by the City of Monroe, at the Purchasing Division, located at 1014 Grammont Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71201. Bids will be received until 1:45 P.M., on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Bids will be opened and read aloud in the Purchasing Division, at 2:45 P.M. The CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Bid Form, Bid Bond, Agreement, General Conditions, Payment Bond, Performance Bond, Drawings, Specifications, and... Full story