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Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A tragic incident unfolded in West Monroe, LA, over the weekend resulting in the death of a woman and critical injuries to a male victim in a shooting incident. According to the West Monroe Police Department (WMPD), on February 18, 2024, at about 12:30 PM, officers responded to a shooting in Lazarre Park. Upon arrival, they discovered two victims in critical condition, both suffering from gunshot wounds. A witness provided...
Hard Labor Life Sentence + Ten Years On February 12, 2024, Judge Frederick Jones handed down a life sentence with hard labor plus ten years to defendant Teddrick Jawan Jones for the February 26, 2021, homicide of Reginald Copning. The trial spanned four days in October 2023, during which the defendant faced charges of Second Degree Murder and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. Presiding over a bench trial, Judge Jones found the defendant guilty on both counts. Alongside the life...
A Ouachita Parish couple may have experienced the scare of their lives on Sunday, February 18, 2024, when they were unexpectedly stopped by West Monroe Police Officers (WMPD) for a crime they were unaware of; Samond Riley and Crystal Canada were driving downtown on Desiard St. when the flashing lights of patrol cars behind them left them puzzled. Unbeknownst to the couple, a shooting had occurred at Lazarre Park in West Monroe, and the suspect had fled across the river to Monroe. The shooting,...
Norman Lee Felton was born on September 21, 1943, in Monroe, LA, the sixth of ten children born to Rev. Arthur Felton Sr. and Bessie Scott Felton. After graduating from Carroll High School in Monroe, LA, in 1964, he served in the US Army from 1964 to 1967. In 1967, Norman relocated to San Diego, CA, where he met and married Alice Conley. His faith was central to his life, having accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and being baptized in the Ouachita River in 1955. Norman was a dedicated member...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Trey Holly, a former Union Parish High School standout and current LSU football star, issued a statement on Saturday, February 17, 2024, regarding his arrest following a shooting at a Farmerville, LA apartment complex. Holly, along with Jordan Jones, faces charges of Attempted Second Degree Murder and illegal use of Weapons on a Public Roadway. An 18-year-old juvenile is also charged with the same offenses, along with Aggravated...
Claude and Florece Staten celebrated their 30th Wedding Anniversary and renewed their wedding vows on Sunday February 18, 2024 at Piney Grove Baptist Church in Monroe LA. Rev Donald Woods renewed the Staten's vows. Rev. Pernell Colston Ford Pastor....
For seven decades, Les Martinique Social Club has been a beacon of empowerment, guiding young women with grace and wisdom. Through its tradition of debutante training, it cultivates confidence and leadership, shaping tomorrow's trailblazers. Les Martinique will host its 70th Anniversary Celebration, Saturday, March 16, 2024. Former Debutantes are invited to celebrate the organization, its members, and debutantes past and present. For more information contact, Mrs. Geneva Gray, (318)388-3840,...
The Monroe City Council election is on March 23, 2024, with early voting on March 9-16, 2024. Brother Muhammad, a well-known community organizer and leader, is deeply connected in south Monroe. He has been seen standing on the side of the poor and speaking for the voiceless for several years. He has been in intimate conversations with stakeholders, religious leaders, civic leaders, community leaders, and those in the suites and the streets. Muhammad has regularly attended city council meetings...
Lorethie "Loe" Dunn endured a legal ordeal filled with misery and pain after filing a complaint with the Louisiana College Technical Training System, believing she faced an unjust forced retirement. From her retirement to the filing of an EEOC complaint, it appeared the odds were stacked against her. Throughout her 30+ years in vocational education, she was an exemplary employee and motivator, with former students still praising her impact as Campus Director in Bastrop. Dunn's fortunes changed h...
Community Family of Faith Church in Monroe LA celebrated their 2nd Annual Founders' Day on Sunday February 18, 2024. Special guest was Bishop -Elect Gilbert Wilson. Brother Jermand Johnson guided the program. At Community Family of Faith, we are called to reflect CHRIST consistently in our community, loving others as ourselves. It's All about God, All about People and All about Family! Vance Alexander Price Pastor and Visionary....
Carroll High School in Monroe, LA, has long served as a beacon of hope in the community. Its academic, athletic, band, choir, and STEM legacy was established in 1953 by its first principal, the legendary Morris Henry Carroll, who demanded excellence from students, helping them realize their potential. The spirit of Carroll, instilled by Principal Carroll, remains strong in the hearts of those who witnessed its glory then and now. This enduring legacy is why praises for Carroll High School...
Shelia R. Mims, 63 of Monroe, LA Security died Friday February 16, 2024. Visitation: 6:00-8:00PM Friday February 23, 2024 at McFarland Funeral Companies, Monroe, LA. Service: 11:00AM Saturday February 24, 2024 at St Mary Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens under the directions of McFarland Funeral Companies-Monroe. Mae Ola Williams, 88 of Monroe, LA a Homemaker died February 12, 2024. Service: 11:00AM Saturday February 24, 2024, at Christian Life Church, Monroe, LA. Visitation: 3:00 until 4:00 PM Friday February 23,...
We hear it repeated all the time- the phrase, “Life is too short”; yet, some of the same people saying it, are living like they'll live on this side forever. There are people making only temporary decisions, to please their flesh, instead of doing what the Bible teaches in Colossians 3:2 (Set your affections on things above, not on things on earth.) There is a song that tells us to build our hopes on things eternal. I suggest we all do so, and not live like where we are spending the days of our...
The city of Monroe will host its annual State of the City address on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Updates on city projects and initiatives will be provided. The Monroe State of the City will be broadcast on various channels - KNOE/CBS at 7:30 AM; KARD at 10:30 AM; KNOE/CW at 12:30 PM; KAQY/ABC at 5:30 PM and 10:00 PM; and KTVE at 10:30 PM. The address will also be posted on the city’s Facebook page, facebook.com/monroe.city. To watch the previous addresses or view the 2024 State of the City beginning March 3, 2024, at 7:30 AM, visit the website, s...
Dr. Sophie Roberson is filled with gratitude as she celebrates another year on February 13, 2024. At 73 years young, she radiates a youthful spirit, a testament to grace. Wishing a very happy birthday to Dr. Sophie Roberson from her loving husband William, children, and grandchildren....
APRIL 11 – APRIL 14, 2024 Package Includes: Hotel accommodations for Thursday – Saturday nights at the DRURY INN- Marietta, GA (Hotel rooms are double occupancy) Free Breakfast-Evening Snacks Free Drinks (Happy Hour) Charter bus services provided to the following attractions: Martin Luther King Museum; Stone Mountain, Georgia Aquarium, Coca-Cola museum, CNN building, shopping, ATL Botanical Garden and more. Admissions to attractions not included in package. This Package is ONLY: $395.00 per person (Double Occupancy) deposit of $95.00 due by...
Dr. Bernard Menyweather talked about celebrating a dynamic culture that has spread worldwide in the arts, music, literature, and film. He will display his artwork and talk about his upcoming book release. Dr. Menyweather has a deep-rooted belief that, "Art is the God-given gift that is placed in one's spirit to share with mankind." No matter what my intentions are they react and reflect the culture that I sprang from. Through my art as much as I can, I try to find the good and praise it....
Happenings 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 b...
The Monroe Regional Black Chamber of Commerce will host a Meet The Candidates Forum on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at 5:30 PM at the Northeast Louisiana Delta African American Heritage Museum. All candidates in Ouachita Parish have been invited to participate. This event offers chamber members and the community an opportunity to hear firsthand what each candidate plans to do if elected. We urge all to attend and bring family and friends. For questions, please contact Executive Director, Kenya Roberson, at (318) 460-1639 or (318)...
The Louisiana Judicial Council of the National Bar Association convened its 26th Annual Conference in Monroe, Louisiana, on Friday, February 16, 2024, at the Northeast Delta African-American Heritage Museum. Comprised of African American judges from across Louisiana, the council held its President's Reception at the North Louisiana Heritage Museum, where several distinguished legal figures of north Louisiana were honored. The group, including Justice Piper Griffin, the sole African American...
America does not have a king or queen who is our “head" of state. Many say that is the reason why British people fled their homeland just to get away from monarch rulers who lived like kings with all of the power and hardly anything for the little man. “No representation” they said, all the while paying taxes, but hardly anyone spoke on their behalf. We must remember, God told His people what it would cost them if they wanted a king and not Him as their provider/protector. Still they wanted a king just like the Gentiles had theirs to provi...
