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  • Dazzle Dance Show Stoppers

    Jun 20, 2024

    The Dazzle Dance 12th Annual Recital took place on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Monroe Civic Center Jack Howard Theater in Monroe, LA. The Dazzle Dancers captivated the audience with performances in Modern, Pointe, Tap, Hip-Hop, and Jazz. The Dazzle Dancers delivered a show-stopping performance, elevating the dance recital to another level. Photo Dazzle Dance 2024 Recital-Dazzle Dancers Show Stoppers...

  • Memorial Dr, Shooting Juveniles Sought

    Eddie D. Gillis|Jun 20, 2024

    Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The alarm has sounded so many times, yet not being heard. Black people we are in serious trouble if we don’t help our Black Youth and young adults. Many organizations are doing all they can Greater New Free Gift Male Ministry, Newtown Community among others that are attempting save our youth before its too late. Monroe police officials recently announced the arrest of a suspect allegedly involved in a shooting thar occurred on Memorial Drive. According to police reports, on June...

  • Pay Attention to Your Children

    Katima Epting-Wiley|Jun 20, 2024

    Today’s society is all about who looks the best, who can show off the most and who boasts the hardest. It's a bunch of vanity, to say the least- that the youth witness, day in and day out. Substance, manners, morals and respect are not high on the list of a lot of parents' priorities. Many are so caught up in trying to make a name for themselves, that they have forgotten to make time to train their children in the way they should go. Children (not all) are receiving less and less attention; t...

  • NOVA Graduated 75

    Jun 20, 2024

    NOVA Workforce Institute of Northeast Louisiana Summer Graduation was Thursday June 13, 2024 at Greater New Antioch Baptist Church in Monroe LA. Special guest speaker was LA State Senator Katrina Jackson Andrews. NOVA is committed to being Your Workforce Connection, as a 501 © (3) non-profit organization. NOVA Workforce Institute of Northeast Louisiana is dedicated to growing the regional economy by serving as a job intermediary. In 16 years, NOVA has served over 2,400 individuals with a $3...

  • Mysterious Death

    Jun 20, 2024

    Life and death are eternal mysteries. We never know when we will come into this world or when we will leave it. Every time we leave home, we pray for a safe return, especially for our loved ones, whether they are young adults living at home or elsewhere. In the ever-changing technological age of the 21st century, our lives have been transformed in many ways. It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Jacqueline "Jackie Dail" Hardy, 62, who went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June...

  • Forever in Our Hearts

    Jun 20, 2024

    With heavy hearts, the family of James Edward Boley Jr., 53, of Monroe, LA, announces his passing on Friday, June 14, 2024. James's life will be honored during a visitation on Friday, June 21, 2024, 1:00 - 6:00 PM at Miller Funeral Home, located at 2932 Renwick St., Monroe, LA. A celebration of James's life will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, 2601 Powell Ave., Monroe, LA, with Rev. C.R. Jackson officiating. James will be laid to rest at Richwood Memorial Gardens in Richwood, LA. James's...

  • Lester "Peanut" Scott's Treasured Memory

    Jun 20, 2024

    It is with profound sadness that the passing of Lester "Peanut" Scott, a beloved father, grandfather, husband, sibling, and friend, is announced. Lester DeWayne (Peanut) Scott was born to the late Stanley Preston Scott Sr. and Sadie Mae Eaton Scott on July 17, 1964, in Monroe, Louisiana. Affectionately known as "Peanut," Lester was baptized at an early age at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church by the late John L. Russel Sr. Lester was a proud graduate of Carroll High School's class of 1982,...

  • Gifts and Talents

    Jessica DeTiege|Jun 20, 2024

    I have always been fascinated by the Parable of the Talents found in the book of Matthew. In this parable, a master entrusts his three servants with different amounts of money (known as talents) before going on a journey. The first two servants invest their talents and double the money, while the third buries his talent out of fear. Upon the master’s return, he rewards the first two servants for their faithfulness and productivity but punishes the third for his laziness and lack of initiative, emphasizing accountability and wise stewardship. W...

  • Congressional Black Caucus 2024 Interns

    Jun 20, 2024

    The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) is excited to announce the arrival of the Summer 2024 cohort of Congressional and C-Suite interns, a dynamic group of young leaders from colleges and universities across the country poised to begin a transformative public policy and professional development journey this week. This highly competitive internship program offers a unique opportunity for students to gain firsthand experience in the legislative process, develop leadership skills, and...

  • 80th Birthday

    Jun 20, 2024

    Billie Dunn White recently celebrated her 80th birthday at the Richwood Multi-Purpose Center in Richwood LA. Bille is the mother of five children, grandmother of 22 grandchildren and the great grandmother of 12 great grandchildren. She is a real servant as an usher who is one of a kind with a big heart. Billie possesses a great sense of humor while being a praying mother and a loving witty grandmother. At Swayze Elementary and Richwood High School, Billie was one of the top basketball players....

  • Black Creatives Circle Summer Art Workshop

    Jun 20, 2024

    Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) has partnered with the Black Creative Circle of North Louisiana (BCCNL) to host a free summer art workshop on June 17-27, 2024. This art workshop allows youth to learn the art of collage making, painting, drawing, and other creative activities as an expressive art form. Art workshops are open to ages 9-14. Limited spots are available, and the camp will take place at Sugar Gallery, 131 Art Alley in Downtown Monroe. Art Is Medicine special...

  • Origin Bank's $40,000 Donation

    Jun 20, 2024

    Children’s Museum is so thankful for the generous donation of $40,000 from Origin Bank to our relocation project to Forsythe Park. "Origin Bank is proud to support the new and expanded Children's Museum in Forsythe Park. This investment is more than financial; it nurtures the minds of our future leaders, artists, scientists, and thinkers. The museum will enhance the quality of life for families in Northeast Louisiana. We are honored to partner with The Children's Museum in NELA, reflecting our commitment to community and education. Our C...

  • Deaths

    Jun 20, 2024

    Gladys W. Atkins, 102, transitioned from this life on June 9, 2024 in Monroe, LA. Visitation:12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Greater New Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Service: 2:00 PM in Greater New Antioch Baptist Church. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe, LA. Charisse Drumgo, 52, transitioned from this on June 18, 2024 in Monroe, LA. Visitation: 3:00 to 6:00 PM Friday, June 28, 2024 in the chapel of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Service: 2:00 PM Saturday, June 29, 2024 at St. Luke Baptist Church...

  • 41st Rose of Sharon/Millard Dean Lee Scholarship

    Jun 20, 2024

    The 41st Annual Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship Program at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, located at 716 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Monroe, LA, will take place on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at 9:00 AM. All are invited to join the celebration to honor the church's 2023-2024 graduates and scholastic achievers....

  • HAMPCO's Financial Literacy Graduation

    Jun 20, 2024

    HAMPCO Inc. is hosting our 14th Annual Financial Literacy Graduation ceremony for HAMPCO 's Financial Literacy Class, which will be June 29, 2024, at 9:00am, at Mt. Zion Family Life Center. This event marks a significant milestone in the lives of our graduates, who have worked diligently to protect and to improve their own financial knowledge. We would really appreciate it if the community would come out to support these graduates.Through the efforts of Senator Katrina Jackson-Andrews, District 34 the classes were able to be...

  • The End Is Near!

    Jun 20, 2024

    "The lowly mind of Jesus" Fulfill you my joy, that you be like-minded having the same love, being on one accord, of one mind (Philippines 2:2). Wherefore my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own soul salvation with fear and trembling (Philippines 2:12). Let's be obedient until death. Let's worship and praise God our Father, and Jesus our Lord and Savior continually out of a pure heart. This brings joy to our creator. Every knee must bow and every tongue confess that...

  • Of Men and Music 2024

    Jun 20, 2024

    "What an amazing time was had as Tawanna James and The Gloria Chorus hosted their inaugural "OF MEN AND MUSIC 2024" event Saturday, June 15, 2024 at New Tabernacle Baptist Church in Monroe LA! The theme was "Muses, Minstrels, and Magnificent Music"; and it was nothing short of that! "Professor" Jeremy Davison provided the opening musical meditation with a soul stirring melody of The Lord's Prayer, How Great Thou Art, and To God Be the Glory that truly set the tone for the invocation by Harvest...

  • Baseball Legend Willie Mays Dies

    Jun 20, 2024

    Willie Mays, 93, the iconic Hall of Fame center fielder who is known as the greatest all-around baseball player, died Tuesday June 18, 2024. Mays, had a professional baseball career that spanned four decades, beginning with the Negro Leagues in the late 1940s and ending with the New York Mets in 1972. In between, he spent 21 years with the New York Giants, who would later move to San Francisco. After his baseball playing career, Willie Mays stayed active in the sport by working with the New York Mets and later the San Francisco Giants as a...

  • Happening

    Jun 20, 2024

    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 breakfast an...

  • Alston Family Tribute

    Jun 20, 2024

    The Alston Family came together to celebrate the life of John H. Alston Sr. at the Jazz Club. Families came from Detroit, MI, Atlanta, GA, Dallas, TX, Opelousas, LA, Rogers, AR, and Los Angeles, CA to the repast in Monroe LA...

  • Help Save our Youth/Young Adults

    Jun 20, 2024

    We need you at our Summer Gospel Jam to help save our youth and young adults. Be a Witness Acts 1:8 Saturday June 29, 2024 from 3 to 8 pm at Bernstein Park Pavilion 1405 Bernstein Park Dr. in Monroe LA Free Food and Drinks, come and be Blessed!...

  • Carroll Glory

    Jun 20, 2024

    Carroll High School in Monroe, LA, has always been a beacon of hope in our 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 who hadn't yet realized their greatness. The Carroll mystique was set long ago and remains in the hearts of those who witnessed its glory then and now. This is why we still sing praises to Carroll High School. One individual who...

  • More Than Just a Number

    Eddie D. Gillis|Jun 20, 2024

    The old saying "age is just a number" is really getting a closer look as we head to the fall presidential election. We have also heard the word "old" more times than you can "shake a stick at" simply because two old men are running for one of the most powerful governmental positions on Earth. Donald Trump, 78 and President Joe Biden, 81 are two old men, make no mistake about it. Both have thinning hair, as Trump wouldn't want to be seen on a rainy or windy day. The bald spot on Biden's head is something that you can't miss. Both men are not...

  • Birthday Fellowship Club News

    Jun 20, 2024

    Birthday Fellowship Club of Grambling LA donated twenty fans to Chrisitan Action Center in Lincoln Parish on April 30, 2024. The club will be donating jumbo bags of toiletries toe the Blind Center of Lincoln on May 13, 20024. The club is presently collection caps and socks for the homeless. Jumbo Mother's day Cards were issued to the ladies of the Birthday Fellowship Club. Dr. Joseph Capers, Sr. is President of the Birthday Fellowship Organization....

  • THE JUST SHALL LIVE BY FAITH

    Pastor K. C. Wade|Jun 20, 2024

    Luke 18:41-42 | NKJV “What do you want Me to do for you? He said, “Lord, that I may receive my sight.” Then Jesus said to him, “Receive your sight; your faith has made you well.” Beloved the Lord’s hand is not shortened that it cannot save, nor ear heavy that it cannot hear. He is reaching out to you NOW to ask you … “what do you want Me to do for you?” Have an ear to hear what the Lord is asking you. And by FAITH answer Him! If you need healing, then ask and you SHALL receive it. If you need d...