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  • Walnut St. Project/SEDD Disparity

    Eddie D. Gillis|Jul 7, 2022

    There was much discussion at the last Monroe city council meeting held Tuesday, June 28, 2022, when an ordinance authorizing a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the city of Monroe and developers of the Walnut St. Special District that would authorize the “sharing of tax increments” within the boundaries of that district. That is the project by the riverfront, where a two-block area will be converted to restaurants, a hotel, and other amenities that will spur economic developments and bring in more revenue for the city. The city, which spe...

  • Early Morning Shooting

    Jul 7, 2022

    Is anywhere and anyone safe? The places you thought were safe have now become places of doubt; many fear the unthinkable as acts of violence are happening all around. Are we safe even with security and law enforcement around us? Law enforcement agencies are just as vulnerable as law-abiding citizens. An early morning shooting happened just about 3:00 AM, Friday, July 1, 2022, where a female adult was shot in the face, and a juvenile, 13, was also shot, according to police reports. The incident happened somewhere on Richwood Road No. 2 in...

  • High Speed Chase Suspect Eludes Police

    Jul 7, 2022

    Living in the 21st century has proven to be challenging. Just driving a vehicle - watching for texting drivers, road rage, and drag racing - has become difficult, especially for those 60 and older. While driving, anything can happen at any given time! Not only do drivers need to look out for other drivers, they now should expect and beware of high-speed police chases. Most polices chases once only happened in big cities and on the big screen but are beginning to occur more frequently in Monroe,...

  • Guilty Plea Timothy Williams' Police Excessive Force

    Eddie D. Gillis|Jul 7, 2022

    A former Monroe Police Department (MPD) officer with a controversial past regarding banned substances pleaded guilty in a case where a local man was kicked in the face, resulting in a lawsuit against the city of Monroe. Jared Desadier, 44, was one of several MPD officers involved in an April 2020 incident where officers allegedly chased then assaulted Williams, causing severe injuries. Williams, who is Black, needed treatment for the injuries he suffered, as pictures of him proved and caused a...

  • 8th St. & Texas Dangerous Intersection

    Jul 7, 2022

    One of Monroe, LA' s most dangerous intersections is 8th Street and Texas Ave. Another accident occurred at that intersection between two vehicles on Thursday, June 30, 2022. A few weeks ago, a car turned over at the same intersection. There have been more accidents at this intersection while officials blame each other, the city, and the state. There should be a light at this intersection to help prevent the numerous wrecks. Residents who live around this intersection cringe every time they...

  • 2nd Annual Underdogs Writers Workshop

    Jul 7, 2022

    Broken Girls JP LLC, presents its 2nd Annual Underdogs Writers Workshop, at the Northeast LA African American Museum, 1051 Chennault Park Dr, Monroe LA, on Saturday, July 22, 2022, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM. The workshop is free for students of all ages including college students. Students can register on eventbrite.com by typing in the event name....

  • 2022 Grad Alexia Burns

    Jul 7, 2022

    Congratulations Alexia Burns 2022 Neville High School Graduate, whose future is bright & promising with high hope & expectation!...

  • Green Oaks' Big Goals

    Eddie D. Gillis|Jul 7, 2022

    There is a new sheriff in town, quite literally at Green Oaks Detention Center in Monroe, LA, as Jason Pleasant begins his second year as director at the facility for troubled young people. Pleasant brings a wealth of law enforcement experience with him, having worked for the West Monroe Police and Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office Departments. Pleasant also has extensive experience working on the administrative side of law enforcement, which he said helped him to understand the system a little...

  • Dr. Robert Smith Sr.'s 101st Birthday

    Jul 7, 2022

    It was a special day for the Smith-Stewart & Lewis families who recently celebrated their cousin's birthday. The families gathered at the home of Mrs. Annie Ruth Stewart-Staten in Monroe, LA, and enjoyed a variety of food, memories, and joyful conversations. Dr. Robert H. Smith was born May 9, 1921, to the parentage of the late Rev. Henderson and Rosie Lewis Smith on the Burks plantation near Rayville, LA. He is the oldest of three siblings, two deceased, Pearlie S. Hall and Rev. James P....

  • Nolan Norman Day

    Jul 7, 2022

    Every first Saturday in July, the Norman family celebrates Nolan Norman Day in honor of the late Nolan "Big Daddy" Noman commemorating the day with a good-time community celebration and blues concert. "Big Daddy" believed in helping others and gave as much as he could. On Saturday, July 2, 2022, a good time was had by the thousands who attended the 14th Annual Nolan Norman Day in the park in Wisner, LA....

  • Owl St. Ministry 48th Founders Day/Scholarship

    Jul 7, 2022

    Owl St. Neighborhood Ministry celebrates its 48th Annual Founder’s Day/Scholarship Program Sunday, July 10, 2022, 2:00 PM at St. Timothy Baptist Church, 1710 Canary St. in Monroe, LA. Special guest is Rev. Wesley Daniel King of Solomon Baptist Church in Monroe, LA....

  • Deaths

    Jul 7, 2022

    Josephine Shorts, 70 of Monroe, LA Homemaker died Monday June 27, 2022. Visitation: 3:30 to 5:30 PM Tuesday July 5, 2022 at McFarland Funeral Home. Service: 2:00 PM Wednesday July 6, 2022 at Greater New Antioch Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens under direction of McFarland Funeral Company-Monroe LA. Willie Mae McCoy, 92 of Monroe, LA Homemaker died Thursday June 30, 2022. Visitation: 3:00 to 7:00 PM Friday July 8, 2022 at Bethel Baptist Church in Monroe. Service: 11:00 AM Saturday July 9, 2022 at Walk in the Word...

  • Our Father Which Art in Heaven

    Pastor K. C. Wade, Advancing The Kingdom|Jul 7, 2022

    Psalms 68:4-5 | NKJV Sing to God, sing praises to His name; Extol Him who rides on the clouds, By His name Yah, and rejoice before Him. A father of the fatherless, a defender of widows, Is God in His holy habitation. We Praise, Glorify and Honor Our Father Which Art in Heaven!!! His hand is not shortened that it cannot save, nor His ear heavy that He cannot hear. Call upon Him and He will answer you and show you Great and Mighty things which you know not. He demonstrates Healing, Deliverance,...

  • Come Smoke Us Over

    Jul 7, 2022

    We've saved a seat and a parking space for you at Faith Harvest Baptist Church at 3701 Nutland Road in Monroe LA. Faith Harvest has a new and improved paved parking lot so come and smoke us over, hear the Word like you've never heard. Rev. James E. Jackson Sr. Pastor...

  • 39th Rose of Sharon/Millard Dean Lee Scholarship

    Jul 7, 2022

    The 39th Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship Program is Sunday, July 17, 2022, at 9 am at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church at 716 MLK Jr. Dr. in Monroe LA where Rev. A.B. Davis-Johnson, Sr is Pastor. Guest speaker is Attorney and former State Representative Willie Hunter, Jr. Photo Legendary Millard Dean Lee...

  • The End Is Near

    Jul 7, 2022

    And God said let us make man in Our image and after Our likeness: (Gen .1:26). And the serpent said to the woman, you shall not surely die: For God knows that in the day you eat thereof, then your eyes shall be opened, and you shall be as gods, knowing good and evil (Gen .3:4-5). Beware of false prophets (serpents), they profess that they know God, and Jesus, but are deceitful (serpents). They profess to be wise but are foolish. They worship their own actions and beliefs, changing the image of God into their own corrupt understanding (we will...

  • Wanna Get Away

    Jul 7, 2022

    Let`s getaway to the Gulf of Mexico where there is plenty of sunshine, fresh air, sandy beaches and blue waters. The ideal place to go is “The Beautiful Orange Beach of Alabama.” Activities include parasailing, jet skiing, fishing, shopping. and the “OWA” Entertainment Park, has dining, shopping and adventure rides for thrill seekers. Please feel free to Google OWA. Trip DATE: August 18-21, 2022-PACKAGES INCLUDE: 3 nights stay at the PHOENIX 1 & 2 Condos located in ORANGE BEACH, AL. 1, 2 and 3 bedroom condos are available (sleeps 2 to 8 )PRIC...

  • Always Our Inspiration

    Jul 7, 2022

    Esbon Adams Jr. was born to Bernice and the late Esbon Adams Sr. Esbon was baptized at an early age, having grown up in the Mary Goss Baptist Church in Monroe LA where he later rejoined in 2021, after many years of absence. He was a 1967 Eula D. Britton Rosenwald High School Graduate in Rayville LA. Esbon loved to read and was quite well-read. He enjoyed working outside and was a handy man. Esbon was preceded in death by his father and brother Robert Adams. On Wednesday June 15, 2022, Esbon was...

  • Praying Children

    Mary Roggerson|Jul 7, 2022

    *Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Day Prayer Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church Purpose: For all children to learn, pray and confess the Word of God. Goal: For all children to have an intimate relationship with God through prayer & His Word. Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday For You are great and do wondrous things; You alone are God. Psalm 86:10 Prayer: Father, I praise and worship You with my whole heart. Thank You for Your abundant mercy and loving – kindness when I call upon You. F...

  • Moving Forward After Independence Day Carnage

    Eddie D. Gillis|Jul 7, 2022

    On a day when America celebrates its independence with parades, backyard barbecue events, and fireworks, this fourth of July celebration will be remembered for the carnage at such a celebration in a Chicago area suburb. An individual that law enforcement identified as a person-of-interest, 22-year-old Robert E. Crimo was apprehended without incident not long after the shooting occurred., as the nation once again has to come to grips over the continuing horrors of mass killings that have left many dead and people wondering, is it safe anywhere...

  • Do Your Best!

    Jessica DeTiege|Jul 7, 2022

    At Dazzle Dance, I begin the season by teaching the fundamentals of dance through a series of progressions. As the year progresses, the girls learn to comprehend quicker and, with deliberate practice, execute movement with precision and confidence. Some levels have challenges, and others allow a chance to catch a breath. The instructions are the same at any level - always do your best at everything you are given. If we remain committed to doing our best at each level, we will have developed mental and physical fortitude. That fortitude reminds...

  • Happenings

    Jul 7, 2022

    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 # 5, Hwy 165 South and Hadley St. Ms. Edna and Staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day! Edna’s Cooking features $4.99 breakfast and coffee, $7.99 lunch...

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