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Participants are now being accepted to be part of a national COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial coordinated in our area through Monroe-based Clinical Trials of America (CTA). Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca is conducting the trials beginning this month while over 30,000 have participated in Phase III thus far. CTA CEO Jeb Andrews, PhD, states that they are honored to have been selected to secure the 1,500 participants in northeast Louisiana, and that two-thirds of the participants will receive the live vaccine while the remaining receive a plac...
Police reported that a wait at a local fast food restaurant drive-thru led to fatal shooting that left one worker dead, Saturday, August 1, 2020. Victim, Desmond Joshua Jr., 22, was working at an Burger King drive-thru when orders were backed up due to restrictions set in place to address the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Joshua was confronted by drive-thru patron, Ashley Mason, who became upset about the wait time and became confrontational with Joshua, threatening to call her boyfriend. Joshua refunded Mason $40 and asked her to leave in...
A local Ouachita Parish man can be grateful that he will not spend a long time in prison for a crime that he didn't commit. Cameron Powe was allegedly involved in the murder of Michael Robinson, a Richwood resident, who was the alleged victim of a robbery committed by him and Michael Mitchell Jr. on July 29. According to law enforcement, Powe was in a vehicle being driven by Michael Mitchell Jr. when they were pulled over by a Louisiana State Trooper (LSP) in Franklin Parish for speeding....
The Parson and Jackson families of Monroe, LA have been hit with great loss since the passing of two of their family members. Mother and son, Angela Parson-Jackson and Ernest Parson, succumbed to COVID-19 just two days apart on Saturday, August 1 and Monday, August 3. Ernest Parson passed away first on Saturday, August 1, after contracting COVID-19 and pneumonia. Before taking ill, Earnest could be found working hard at St. Francis Medical Center and Office Depot. He will be remembered as a...
Hearts are saddened due to the unexpected passing of a rising star, Cortez LaRay Galloway who was born December 1, 1986 to Tommy Stewart and Juanita Jones. Cortez went to Glory on Monday August 3, 2020. He was a 2005 Richwood High School Graduate. Left to cherish memories are his parents Tommy Stewart and Patrick and Juanita Jones, one son Cameron Williams, seven sisters, six brothers, a host of family members and an abundance of friends. "Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God;...
It has been a whirlwind few days after Friday Ellis attended his first city council meeting as Monroe's mayor. Within mere days after his council meeting, Ellis fired interim Police Chief Reggie Brown and replaced him with the man that Brown replaced as chief of police. Former Police Chief Eugene Ellis was brought back on board after retiring earlier in the year, "stepping in at an important time, as we continue our process and search for a permanent chief of police", Mayor Ellis said in a...
Children are extremely smart and highly intelligent. Many are incredibly wise without parents help while those who receive instruction have the ability to comprehend at a higher level. Children aren't naive as we think. According to police reports, police were dispatched to a Conelia St. where a five, three and a one year old were left alone at a home in West Monroe LA. Police made contact with the children who opened the door. Upon arriving at the door, the five-year-old was asked," where was h...
It is important that people understand the changes in funeral services of deceased during this COVID-19. There are some people who fail to accept or comprehend that guidelines of safety must be regarded at all times, even during times of bereavement. When a loved one dies, it's natural to want to honor that person's life with a gathering of friends and family. A funeral or memorial tribute provides family members and friends an environment to offer comfort, support one another and share their...
Americans who got a first stimulus check would likely get a second one under the GOP's new proposal. In several instances, some individuals would get more money. The Republican plan unveiled on Monday proposes sending a second wave of stimulus checks of up to $1,200 to Americans, plus an additional $500 for any dependent - a key departure from the first round. That means parents of older high schoolers and college students claimed as dependents would get the bonus, as well as those taking care...
Congratulations Neville High School 2020 Graduate Kennedi Manning. Kennedi is the daughter of Attorney Bobby and Dr. Angela Manning. Wishing Kennedi all the best as she takes another step in life....
The 37th Annual Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship Program was Sunday, July 19, 2020. Guest speaker for the event was Dr. Quentin Holmes, Sr., Assistant Professor of Public Administration at Grambling State University. Due to the pandemic and following the social distancing guidelines, the program was held outside under the porte-cochere (front entrance of the church). Rose of Sharon Membership remained in their vehicles to watch and celebrate graduates and...
CEO and President, Jonathan Viverette’s vision for the app is to promote positivity, prevent cyber bullying and create a space that is safe, fun and inclusive, in the world of social media. Growing up in a small town in Illinois, he witnessed cyberbullying and the ruthlessness of young adults and wanted to create a way to minimize the negativity and give users on social media more control over their own privacy. Specifically, bullying appears to have a relatively high presence among the African American community. Jonathan’s goal and purpose fo...
Gov. John Bel Edwards announced on August 4, 2020 that he will extend his Phase Two order, including the statewide mask mandate, closure of bars to on-site consumption and crowd size limits of no more than 50 people for at least another 21 days. The current order expires on Friday, August 7. Gov. Edwards will sign a new order before the end of the week that extends this order through Friday, August 28. “Louisiana is beginning to see the positive impact of the mask mandate in its COVID-19 data, including a decline in the number of people who a...
Through the school years parents were eager to turn the children over to the teachers at the end of summer vacation. Usually, teachers were also eager to get the children back in the classrooms. However, the teachers are not as comfortable to take on the responsibility of the overall safety of the children during the impact of the coronavirus. After children have spent much of the previous school year at home, things will be different for the children, the parents and the children. It is extremely important that parents TALK with their...
"A Bridge to Equality and Success "Thursday, October 15, 2020, 6 p.m. Monroe Civic Center Bayou Room Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway 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 and for those purchasing at least a half-page ad admission is FREE. Your support can be shown by...
Children obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. Honor your father and mother: which is the first commandment with promise; That it may be well with you, and you may live long on the earth. [ Ephesians 6: 1-3]On August 3, 2020, Mrs. Ella Armstrong Wagner, celebrated her 100th birthday. Mama Ella, as she is affectionately called is the daughter of the late Steve and Liddie Jacob Armstrong. I am sure her longevity comes from being obedient to her parents. Mama Ella is the mother of 13...
Bernadine Ware Staten, the last-born child of six of the late Luke Ware and late Everist Watkins Ware, was born in Monroe, LA on July 23, 1957. Bernadine departed this life on July 28, 2020. Bernadine accepted Christ at an early age at her family’s church, St. Matthews Church of Christ Holiness in Monroe, LA. Bernadine attended Swayze Elementary School before attending Ouachita and Richwood Junior High Schools. Bernadine went on to graduate from Richwood High School in 1975. Upon her graduation, Bernadine attended Northeast Louisiana U...
Gertrude Beatrice Hall, 83 Gertrude Beatrice Hall -Homemaker of Monroe, LA died July 29; 2020. Service: 11:00 A.M., Thursday August 6, 2020 at Smith Funeral Home. Visitation (Drive Through): 12:00 until 1:00 P.M., Wednesday August 5, 2020 at Smith Funeral Home. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, LA. Odessa James, 85 Odessa James -Homemaker died July 24, 2020. Graveside Service: 11:00 A.M., Friday August 7, 2020 under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Visitation (Drive Through): 1:00 until 2:30 P.M., Thursday August 6, 2020 at...
Whenever COVID-19, the coronavirus that has almost brought the world to a standstill finally goes away, the U.S. will have lost its standing as a nation combating pandemics. As other nations get somewhat of “a handle” on slowing down the virus, we are usually where they are or ahead, the U.S. is looking as though the nation is stuck in quicksand. It seems as though the more this nation races to fully reopen, the more it plunges back into a hole that is met with more reported cases/deaths. We’re told that the more one struggles in quick...
Those that pledge their vows before God and man stay together for the duration, going through the good and bad times, while finding the real success of love. Many married couples who say and mean their vows reap the benefits of marriage through love, trust, loyalty, and commitment. Ron and Vera Hunt's love has stood the test of time!...
We see them all the time, mostly unnoticed as they go about handling God's business. Good shepherds do not boast or brag. They are there when you need them. Many times, you don't have to call them, they have that seventh sense and show up right on time. Before God shut the world down, the good shepherds would be everywhere praising God. They just cannot get enough and can't wait until he gives the ok for praise and worship in his house. Thank you, Good Shepherds Pastor William and Sister Wanda...
A few years ago, the term “woke” became a popular phrase that was initially used exclusively among Blacks to express a new level of consciousness gained after being aware of the world's actual realities. In the “woke” state of mind, it is the expectation that one would not only claim that they have accepted certain truths, but too then 1) share their level of knowledge with others, and 2) advocate for what they have been awakened to realize. Since the death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers in Minneapolis, MN, there has been a...
By Pastor K.C. Wade 2 Corinthians 3:18 | NKJV But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord. Seeking and Beholding the Lord places us before Him. His presence is the manifested essence of His GLORY! And like a “mirror” we then receive the REFLECTION of His Person, His Nature and His Power! Amen and HALLELUJAH! We are then transformed from GLORY TO GLORY! Bel...
Thursday, August 6, 2020 AT 6 pm at New St John Baptist Church Monroe LA or Conference Call: 712-770-5354 Code: 255721# PLEASE MUTE YOUR PHONE UNLESS YOU ARE SPEAKING! The purpose of the call meeting is to discuss ways and means of registering new voters and to encourage all voters to be a part of this historic event. This election is of the utmost importance and will determine the quality of life for all of our citizens for the next four years....
Members and friends, you are invited to show your love to our pastor and first lady, Dr. Mark A. and Bobbie Jean Sledge as we celebrate Macedonia Baptist Church Rayville LA, at our annual pastor's anniversary on Sunday August 9,2020. In lieu of the COVID19 pandemic, we ask that family and friends take your gifts and love offerings to Deacon Ernest Brown's home or mail to Macedonia Baptist Church P.O. Box 16, Rayville LA 71269 or cash app $777sledge. Church members are asked to donate $25. We...
Judge Jay McCallum has qualified to run for the open Louisiana Supreme Court position, formerly held by retired Justice Marcus Clark. Judge McCallum, who currently serves on the Second Circuit Court of Appeal, is a much sought-after Continuing Legal Education (CLE) instructor, motivational and inspirational speaker, as well as law enforcement educational instructor. He is best known for using humor to instruct, inspire, and motivate his audience, including commencement audiences of Louisiana...
On July 10, 2020 the Southern University Alumni Monroe Chapter awarded scholarships to three area students. These students will be attending Southern University beginning the fall semester, 2020. The $3,500.00 in scholarships were awarded to Victoria Rencher of Ouachita Parish High School, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Varner Rencher, Jr.; Skylar Parhms of Neville High School, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Carlton Parhms and Brandon Horne of Neville High School, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Marcus Horne....
Happy birthday 101st Birthday Mrs. Naomi Hegwood on August 5. Mt. Zion Church Members are asked to send birthday cards wishing Mrs. Hegwood happy birthday. Love your favorite niece Bessie Larkin....
In Rayville LA and throughout the world, there are Golden Girls like Mrs. Jessie Mae Turner and Mrs. Irma Lee Hunter. Both are phenomenal, blessed while have paid their dues in life. Longevity has it place and so do Golden Girls Mrs. Jessie Mae Turner and Mrs. Irma Lee Hunter still ticking. Hooray Golden Girls! Photo Golden Girls Mrs. Jessie Mae Turner and Mrs. Irma Lee Hunter...
Remembering those times before March 21, 2020, who would have thought the U.S. would have shut completely down even church! These are the time we hope and pray for and when they return, there will be a better appreciation, like no other. Only God could stop the world, changing life while showing us who's in control. Photo At Church 1...
Black Women’s Rising Power Police brutality have left many Black women terrified every time their children pull out of the driveway, fearing that they might not make it home alive. Over the last several years and across America, Black women ran and won elections in historic numbers, from Congress to county school boards. Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving Southern Style Hot Breakfast & Lunch Daily Monday- Friday 6 am – 2:30 pm and Sat 7 am – 2 pm All Plates come with coffee or fountain drink Great Food! Great Service @ R...
Ernest Michael Parson was born the only child of Angela Marie Parson on January 20, 1986 and passed away Saturday, August 1, 2020. Michael attended and graduated from Richwood High School in 2005, and continued his education at Career Technical College, where he studied Business Administration-Management and graduated in 2008. Michael was employed at Saint Francis Medical Center as a switchboard operator for the last six years. In his spare time he enjoyed listening to music, playing video...
Angela Marie Parson-Jackson was born Wednesday, November 10, 1965 in Monroe, LA to Earnest and Hazel Parson. Angela was affectionately called "Angie" by her friends, and "Sis" by her siblings. She departed this side of life on Monday, August 3, 2020.Angie attended and graduated from Richwood High School in 1983. Angela continued her education at Robinson Business College, where she studied Business Administration. Angie was employed at GB Cooley for the last 26 years. Angie married the love of...
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Harris will no longer be found at Lee Jr. High School Monroe LA, since she has shared her final goodbyes to colleagues and students this year after retiring. A retirement celebration was held on Saturday, August 2, 2020 to commemorate over 20 years at the school. Family, friends, school administrators, and colleagues showed up to send Gwendolyn off in style. Current principal, Mrs. Dana Mullins spoke thoughtful words about her time spent with Gwendolyn along with her brother,...
Doorkeepers or keepers of the door, their church service is invaluable. They are the first to meet and greet you at church. If you have a question, need a seat, need to speak or sit with a certain group, church ushers are at your beck and call to fulfill your desires and are valuable church servants. This week the Monroe Dispatch salutes dedicated Greater New Hope Baptist Church Usher Chris Ross who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher....
“Copyright 2008 No problem too big, no river too wide No mountain too tall that can’t be climbed. No ocean too deep, no heat too hot No disease too deadly, no issue of blood that can’t be stopped. You have raised the dead, and given sight to the blind You have healed the sick, and restored my mind. You fed me when I was hungry, when I was thirsty you were water to drink You were my friend when I was lonely, when I’m troubled you are the thought I think. You’re my shelter in the time of a storm, you are green grass when the field is brown You...
By Dr Cassandra L. Bailey As the "Stay at Home" public health mandate is gradually lifted in states across the country, there are political actions requiring our attention which must retain our focus. Unless otherwise notified, the presidential election is in November. In the midst of sudden life transformations influenced by the coronavirus, it is crucial that we let our vote be our voice. Now more than ever, completing the census is imperative. Have we forgotten the bewilderment felt about...
