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One of life's worst uncertainties is a tragic accident or suffering a fatal, life-threatening illness. What led to the shooting of a local young woman, Lakeitha Brown, remains a mystery. Brown is fighting for her life after being shot in the wee hours of the morning. Family members are miffed and devastated by this horrific tragedy that has changed their lives forever. According to police reports, Monroe Police are investigating what could have happened after she was found shot in Monroe, LA on...
Deacon Cordell Blockson was born in Winnsboro, LA, on April 11, 1950. His parents were Doris Weber and Mr. Clarence Blockson. His family moved to Monroe, LA, when he was just a young boy. There he formed a lifelong friendship with the Carter family, especially the Carter brothers. They were playful, mischievous young boys, and young Cordell earned his fighter reputation with them. At the tender age of 7, he experienced his first crush for a young girl named Etta Faye Carter, the sister of his...
An allegedly unfortunate horror soured the start of summer at an apartment complex and community after witnesses shared stories of a 24-year-old mother pushing her children out of her apartment window then jumping out herself. Dejhanay Jarrell was the identified mom who first dropped her infant baby, then her 2-year-old son, out of the window. She was also seen naked, jumping from the 2nd-floor apartment herself. Carl Chin was an eyewitness to the horrific moment and shared the condition of...
During the spring and summer seasons, eating watermelon is a favorite activity for many people. That activity turned into a physical nightmare for Eddie Hooker and his family. Mr. Hooker purchased a watermelon in early April for his family's enjoyment. When he cut the watermelon on April 17, 2021, Mr. Hooker did not notice any external marking or evidence of anything inside the melon. However, he saw that the watermelon had an object inserted inside of it on the following day. He and his wife...
5 Mortician Graduate Destiny McGill graduated from Dallas Institute of Funeral Services May 21, 2021. On Saturday June 12. 2021 a celebration was held in Destiny's honor was held in Monroe LA. Family members and friends gathered congratulating Destiny. Destiny is the Kenyatta Marzell McGill and the granddaughter of Susette Marzell. Congratulations Destiny!...
Wossman High School 2021 Salutatorian Raytisha Jackson is the first Wossman Softball Player receive a softball scholarship to play at the next level. Jackson will showcase her softball skills at South Arkansas Community College. Family, friends, Wossman Teammates, Faculty and Staff witnessed history. Raytisha is the daughter of Sandra Jackson. Congratulations Raytisha "Be a Star" Jackson. Wossman Girls Softball Coach is Aubrey "Bree" Crawford and Wossman Principal is Dr. Harrington Watson...
It was a birthday celebration fit for a queen who reached the new young age of 90 Odell Willis. A packed Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Fellowship in Monroe LA was the place where the Willis Family honored their Queen/Mother Odell Willis on Saturday June 12, 2021. The birthday featured some delicious food, while freshly baked cakes and ice cream made party attendees filled. During the birthday feast , there was very little conversation while believe it or not plates were cleaned. Mt. Pleasant...
On July 13, 2020, I, former Monroe City Council Kenneth Wilson petitioned Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards to make Juneteenth an official state holiday. I was the only elected official to send this suggestion to the Louisiana Governor. I offer this note as a thank you to those who have trusted in my leadership over the years and during our state's challenging times related to Covid-19. I continue to advocate daily, encouraging citizens to practice safety guidelines so that lives can be...
Art Silver Foxx Edwards and Becky Cates Northeast LA War Veterans' Home in Monroe are both all smiles recently. Art delivered a 10 pack of his coffee table best seller: From Sword To Pen...The books were donated by Big Al of Tator Tax Service in Ruston, La. Big AL felt the need to say thank you for your service in a much more meaningful way, after reading the book. Thank you for your service Big Al!...
On Tuesday June 8, 2021, a retirement celebration was held for Gloria Hunter Monroe City Schools' Transportation Secretary. From the superintendent to current, former and assistant transportation managers, bus operators, dispatcher, former colleagues, family and friends shared the extraordinary ability of Gloria Hunter. Her phenomenal ability to handle every task given made her current boss not sign off on her retirement. Congratulations Gloria Hunter, your replacement will have some big shoes...
Reports of an alleged carjacking by a Swanson escapee have once put the community on high alert, as a rash of escapes continue to plague the beleaguered youth center. The alleged carjacking occurred in downtown Monroe on Grammont St., according to law enforcement. Reports say that a male who had escaped from the Swanson Center for Youth approached a person who was sitting in their vehicle parked in front of the P&S Surgery Center and assaulted the victim. After the attack, the escapee allegedly...
A loved one's death certainly leaves a void in the lives of those with whom they were intertwined. Untimely deaths can cause lots of emotional turmoil for many family and friends. Marrying an untimely and unfortunate death and loved ones can be left with horrifying trauma. The family of David Harris, a Monroe resident who died while in the custody of the Monroe Police Department (MPD), is still petitioning city leaders to release any footage that would reveal more details on why and how their...
The Monroe City Academy League is a youth sports league provided by The Academy Fitness & Sports LLC and Free Me Association. The purpose of the league is to provide constructive physical sport activities for youth in The City of Monroe specifically offering safe After School activities. The League provides football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer and cheer to youth ages 5-12. The Teams will practice at the following community centers: Lillie Marbles Community Center, Emily P. Robinson Community Center, Powell Street Community Center, H...
Never a Loss Psalms 27:1 With Jesus you can never lose! How easy! Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving Southern Style Hot Breakfast and Lunch Daily: Monday- Friday 6 am – 2:30 pm and Saturday 7 am – 2 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 # 5 Hwy 165 S and Hadley St. Ms. Edna and Staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day! Edna’s Cooking feat...
Audrey Mae Hennings, 65 Audrey Mae Hennings of Monroe, LA Retail Manager died June 13, 2021. Service: 11:00 AM Saturday June 19, 2021, at St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Visitation: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Friday, June 18, 2021 at Smith Funeral Home. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Gloria Jean Adams, 54 Gloria Jean Adams of Monroe, LA Cashier died June 13, 2021. Service: 11: 00 AM June 19, 2021 at Smith Funeral Home. Visitation: 3:00-5:00 PM....
There has been so much talk about what is “critical race theory” in this nation, where it is to the point, the definition of just what exactly it is, is not known. However, there is one thing about it that is undeniable and that, like the subject of race, is that it is keeping us apart as a nation. Why is that? It is interesting that the concept is called Critical Race Theory and the word “race” is right in the middle. It’s critical that the races resolve their differences, or God will do it for us. Racial issues are not going anywhere....
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...
