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Two groups who are most vulnerable to gun violence are young Black men 17 times as likely to be killed with a gun and older white men who are six times likely to die by suicide....
The Monroe City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 12, 2022, was canceled by the Ellis administration. In an announcement released by city hall, a statement read that the meeting was canceled due to not having a quorum of council members attending. The announcement further mentioned that the meeting would be rescheduled for Monday, July 25, 2022, at 4:30 PM in the Council Chamber of the City Hall Building in Monroe. All items on the agenda would be acted upon as previously published. The late announcement may have city council watchers...
Hearts are saddened by the passing of Beverly "Baby Ann" Slack. "Baby Ann" was once a Richwood High School Basketball Superstar. When she played on the basketball court, she played with fierce energy and zeal. Usually fans would only come to see the boys play, but when Beverly played basketball the gym was always packed. Many people came an hour before the Richwood basketball games began just to see her warm up! She was well known by those young and old. "Baby Ann" went home to be with the Lord...
Grief can be a hard thing, especially grief after a tragic loss. It can be doubly difficult when a parent has to bury a child. God's grace has been with Terri Ethridge her entire life and has been a significant part of what has brought her peace in the past few days. Last week, Wednesday, July 6, 2022, her son, Basheen Hutchinson, was shot. Hutchinson, 23, was sitting with some friends in his car in front of his home like they had done so many times before, only this time a gun allegedly went of...
Life is very fragile, and we never know when our last day will be. Things happen so fast, especially situations that extend beyond what we can control. There will be a time when things don't happen as we expect, but we must all run our race to the very end. No one knew that Saturday, July 9, 2022, would be Terrance Harris' last day living as he died unexpectedly. Let this be a simple reminder to live every day as if it's the last. Farewell Terrance! His funeral services are Wednesday, July 20,...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. In an incident that is still very common in Louisiana, a local Ouachita Parish man has been arrested in connection with the murder of his former girlfriend. Local law enforcement officials say that 25-year-old Jarvis D. Taylor was charged with Second Degree Murder in the death of Ebony L. Lewis in the Town and country area of Ouachita Parish. Taylor, according to Monroe/West Monroe and the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office said...
Mary Ann Drummer departed this life on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at Ouachita Healthcare Rehabilitation Center. Sister Drummer was born February 8, 1932, in Rayville, LA. She accepted Christ at an early age. She loved the Lord with all her heart. She was faithful member of Friendship Baptist Church. She served on the Mission board and Pastor's Aide Committee. She retired from ULM f/k/a Northeast Louisiana University after 26 years of service. Mary Ann affectionately known as "Mom" lived in the...
“Our Children, My Top Priority!” Betty Ward-Cooper, Monroe City School Board Member for District 5, announced that she would seek a second term in the upcoming election on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Qualifying is next week—July 20, 21, and 22. She first ran to represent District 5 because she was very concerned about the lack of student achievement, lack of Board accountability and transparency, lack of salaries for our teachers and staff, and lack of stakeholder input. After winning the elect...
Owl Street Neighborhood Ministry celebrated its 48th Annual Founders' Day and Scholarship Awards on Sunday July 10, 1011 at St. Timothy Baptist Church in Monroe LA Guest was Rev. Wesley Daniel and King Solomon Baptist Church in Monroe LA...
Franklin Parish: not many people know where it is, and most don't care to know. What makes the small parish so unique and exciting is its people, especially Sheriff Kevin Cobb. Born and raised there, he has always remained loyal to his small town. He's served the parish for 30 years, 10 of those as its Sheriff, and he's dedicated his position and title to making each city in the parish better. This article isn't about his career as just the Sheriff of Winnsboro but about becoming the 77th Presid...
Hello Everyone! This week, I'm going to be discussing being yourself. As a teenager, growing up you want to fit in with the crowd and be like everyone else, so people will like you. My advice to you trying to fit in is just be yourself. I know it may be difficult, because you may think you'll lose your friends, and no one will like you, but people will appreciate you more if you're yourself. If you’re not yourself, how will you know who you truly are? By being yourself, you'll find more p...
COVID-19 created some menacing health challenges that kept Pastor Albert L. Woods away from active attendance and participation at his beloved Pine Hill Baptist Church in Rayville, LA. It has been over two and a half years, since the beloved pastor has been at church, but on Sunday, July 10, 2022, the congregation witnessed one of God's frontline soldiers, standing on His word as he was in attendance and stood up out of his wheelchair to shake the hand of one of his sons' of the house, Rev....
It is with great pleasure that we, the WBR Ministers Conference, along with the St. Mark Baptist Church Family, is extending an invitation to you to join us for the Installation Service of Reverend Rogers Gaines (Monroe Native).: July 24, 2022: 2PM 6025 Section Road, Port Allen, LA....
The Monroe Chapter of the Grambling State University Alumni Association presents the 20th Annual Evening with the Grambling Athletic Department themed, “Return to Prominence” on Thursday, August 25, 2022, 6:00 PM at the Monroe Civic Center BD Robinson Conference Room in Monroe, LA. Show your support for GSU Athletics! The Athletic Department has been invited to come and celebrate with us. Alumni, friends, businesses and supporters of GSU are asked to come and participate. Admission is $15 for those who do not purchase an ad; admission is fre...
As this nation inches closer to the 2022 midterm elections, it will be a battle over which party will take control of Congress; one that will make sure that President Joe Biden will be a lame duck with two broken legs or a party that will do what it can to save Mr. Biden’s presidency. Some will say that the Republican Party “owns” the Supreme Court with their long-awaited victory over Roe V. Wade, as the conservative wing of the court delivered on just what Republicans wanted in the abortion war. When one thinks of the Supreme Court, the phras...
Life is so precious and should be treasured. I treasure every moment with you and I'm so grateful for another year to spend with you. Wishing you a happy birthday my husband William Roberson, love Sophie!...
In October 2021, Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg announced the name change of Facebook and the creation of Meta and the Metaverse, an extension of the social media organization into the virtual reality space online. Prior to the introduction of Meta, Zuckerberg staked a claim in VR gaming with the Oculus VR headset and gaming system perfectly paired with the Metaverse. Since its name and platform change, many have questioned if this new virtual world could be a potential detriment to people, namely children. Researchers partnering with the...
Donald Starks, 88 died June 25, 2022. Graveside Service will be 11:00 AM Saturday July 16, 2022 at St. Joe & St. Bethel Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Tony Walker, 42 died June 19, 2022. Service will be 11:00 AM Saturday July 16, 2022 at Smith Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Magnolia Cemetery Monroe, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. A’mir Andrew Lewis, 3 year old son of Apolonya and Cameron Lewis - Died Thursday July 7, 2022- VISITATION Friday July 15, 2022 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM McFarland Funeral Chapel FUNERA...
Stacey’s Annual Backpack & School Supplies Giveaway is Saturday July 16, 2022 at 9am at 117 Hall St. in Monroe LA while supplies last! Sponsored by CCNELA; Stacey’s Baskets and Gifts and Zion Traveler Baptist Church Min Monroe LA...
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 # 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...
When you walked through the church doors, you could feel the 76th church anniversary at St. Luke Baptist Church in Monroe LA on Sunday June 26, 2022. The spirit of the Lord was so high it was hard to take or stay in your seat. Greater New Free Gift Baptist Church were guests and Bishop Rodney McFarland Sr. preached the walls off the church. It was a call to perseverance in faith which touched many hearts in attendance. Deacon Benny Perkins of Rose of Sharon Baptist Church in Monroe directed the...
St. James Baptist Church Sterlington LA 11th Pastor’s Anniversary honoring humble servants Rev. Richard and Matilda Wilson on Sunday July 17, 2022 at 11:30 am. Special guest Pastor Larry Brooks Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Sandy Point TX...
"Give thanks unto the Lord " Let All give thanks to God, and our Lord Jesus Christ, it is good to give thanks unto the Lord! Call upon his name, tell of his wonderful deeds among people. Let’s sing songs, hymns, and spiritual songs in praise to his name. Let's talk of his wonderful works, how he made the sun, moon, stars, and All that is in earth and heaven. We must seek the Lord and his strength; seek his face continually. He is the Lord our God. His righteous judgements are in All the earth. We must be mindful of his covenant, and c...
*Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning 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 and His Word. Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday Yea, if thou cries after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding; If thou sleekest her as silver, and searches for her as for hid treasures; Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the...
On Saturday July 16, 2022 from 4-6pm at the G.B. Cooley Building 211 N Third St. in Monroe LA, the Southern University Alumni will present 2022 scholarships to five recipients at a student parent reception for students from the Monroe area who have been accepted to Southern University Baton Rouge LA for the fall semester. All students are requested to follow dress code, no jeans or gym shoes. SU Alumni are requested to dress in SU blue and gold. Special guests include Dr. Kendric Stewart,...
