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Far too many people are walking around voicing strong opinions and are not even registered to vote. Now is not the time to “Fake” it. Several civic organizations are offering voter registration assistance. Louisiana offers online voter registration. You can register by mail to vote in Louisiana by printing a voter registration form, filling it out, and mailing or carrying it to your local election office. You can also register to vote in person if you prefer. There are some people who really want to vote, but they require assistance with the...
For Martin Lemelle, nothing is more important than the well-being of the people of Louisiana. The Bayou State is more than home for Martin, who grew up (and still lives in) Lincoln Parish: helping Louisiana thrive is his full-time commitment. As Executive Vice-President of Grambling State University, Martin has worked alongside the smart, strong and resilient people of Louisiana for years. The people of the 5th District deserve a congressional leader who will: prioritize the growth of small...
There's nothing better than love. If you don't believe it check out the numbers of people on earth. Love is sometime like a roller-coaster many twists and turns. Many can be both bad and good, especially the makeup, yet I other instances the makeup turns to breakup which is easily said than done. Always be careful because love can sometimes knock you out. According to police reports on August 19, Suspect Tangela R. Bryant was seen on video at the victim's residence against protective orders...
Death rates for Black and people of color are very alarming as many are dying, while many could have been saved. This is a story about a David Grissom who went to the hospital three times and died, but maybe could be still living. A Monroe man has gone to glory going to hospital emergency rooms on three separate occasions complaining of not feeling well and suffering respiratory problems. Everyone knows when they don't feel well and when they need professional health care. Many try not to go...
Hearts are saddened upon the passing of one of God's faithful servants Elaine Clay. Tirelessly, she worked to make others have a better life. She was a servant for people in any capacity. No job was too big or small. Her community service to the city did not go unnoticed. She was everywhere serving from Southpointe Community Center to P.E.E.P. etc. helping box items to serving meals. There was never a job Elaine couldn't perform. Elaine Gilbert Clay was born on December 3, 1951 in Gilbert,...
More Police Shootings, Beatings Who's Next By Eddie D. Gillis Two more shootings involving white police officers and Black men will no doubt ignite more tensions between the Black community and police departments across the nation. A shooting occurred in Kenosha, Wisconsin where a Black man was shot in the back and one even closer to home happened in Lafayette, LA over the weekend, has Black residents upset over how police officers respond when Black people are involved. Lafayette resident...
On Saturday, August 8, 2020, the sweet spirit of Sister Mary Magdalean Woods Young, went to join the Savior in that home not built with hands, but whose maker and builder is God. Sister Mary Magdalean Woods Young was born March 1, 1929 to the late Malinda Woods Russell in Monroe Louisiana, as she was lovingly called, confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized at Jerusalem Baptist Church by the late Reverend John Housley. Upon moving to West Monroe, Louisiana she united with the New...
There is something that is going on in the search for a new Monroe Police Chief that may be perplexing to some. In the span of over three years, the city has gone through two police chiefs (three if you count Chief Holmes' retirement), and a fourth is on the horizon. Who the next police chief will be is anyone’s guess, but it would appear that someone wants a “certain” individual in the chief’s chair and the three individuals that have taken the exam, do not fit the bill. Charles Johnson, Thomas Rhodes, and former interim chief Reggie Brown h...
Cherry's Tree Innerattainment is proud to announce that its own, Al "big AL" Cherry, is back with brand new music, new sound, and new vision! Since his last release in 2015 and a more than 3-year hiatus from social media, big AL is literally back like he never left! Although his absence from social media brought about a unique silence and privacy, big AL has definitely not stopped from traveling the globe sharing the Gospel, performing and speaking. The energy, excitement, and entertainment...
Honoring Carroll 1953 Legends Carroll High School 2nd Annual Legends Banquet will honor Carroll High School 1953 Football State Champs Sunday October 11 at 4pm, place TBA. Carroll Legends to be honored are Norman "Bearchest" Harris, Willie Robinson, and the late Michael Howell....
Congratulations Grambling State University 2020 Graduate Mirinda Gaddis. Wishing Marinda all the best as she takes another step-in life....
On Saturday August 22, NAACP Monroe Branch held a voter registration drive at Eastgate Shopping Center in Monroe LA where new voters were registered. Elections matter. All of them, not just your vote for State Governor or President of the United States. Upcoming NAACP Voter Registration Drives Saturday September 12 at - So. 7th and Winnsboro Rd.; Saturday September 26 Riverside Baptist Church and Saturday October 3 -Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Monroe LA from 9am-12noon Photo NAACP-NAACP...
Ardis Finley, 88 Ardis Finley of Monroe, LA died August 14, 2020. Service: 12:00 P.M., Friday at Adile Cemetery, Alto, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Elaine Clay, 68 Elaine Clay of Monroe, LA died August 21, 2020. Visitation (Drive Through Only): 9:00 A.M., until 2:00 P.M., Friday August 28, 2020 at Smith Funeral Home. John Calvin Dixon, 69 John Calvin Dixon of Monroe, LA Custodian died August 19, 2020. Visitation (Drive Through): 6:30 until 7:30 P.M., Friday August 28, 2020. Service: 11:00 A.M., Saturday August 29, 2020 at...
Little Flower Academy in Monroe LA was an interesting and exciting institution of learning. Its meager beginnings began on North18th Street, later moving to South 16th Street in the Newtown Community with an expanded vision. Little Flower was a unique place where Blacks excelled in a nurturing religious environment. The Franciscans invested in Blacks to help them understand the Catholic Religion and education. Their commitment to the Black Community was the evidence of the students who survived...
Postmaster Louis DeJoy sat before a House committee hearing Monday (Aug.24). He was given the opportunity to explain to the American people how the Postal Service has become an agency that has millions of Americans concerned. The post office under DeJoy has come under intense scrutiny after what has been seen as a severe drop in overall ability to deliver the mail in a timely manner. DeJoy has been in charge for about two months, but the motives behind such a severe drop in services has been cynical; many voters/customers who have contacted...
Former Lincoln Elementary School Custodian John Calvin Dixon 69, of Monroe, LA died August 19, 2020. Visitation (Drive Through): 6:30 until 7:30 P.M., Friday August 28, 2020. Service: 11:00 A.M., Saturday August 29, 2020 at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home Photo John Calvin Dixon...
Building a diverse and inclusive workforce means more than simply recruiting top talent -- it means mentoring a new generation of builders while fostering a culture of innovation and creative thinking. Geared toward construction and engineering students, JE Dunn’s new National Diversity Scholarship supports our 3-pillar strategy for diversity and inclusion: workforce, workplace, and marketplace. The scholarship is $5,000 paid over the course of two years. It is awarded 8 people nationally each year. JE Dunn is accepting applications for the N...
We're still dancing at Dazzle Dance despite experiencing disruptions due to the Coronavirus. Check us out at www.dazzledanceonline.com, so you too can become one of the best and brightest stars! Photo Dazzle Dancers from the 2019 Recital, Dazzle Dance "All Around the World"...
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 the ok for praise and worship in the Lord's house. Thank you, Good Shepherds Deacon Arthur "Silver Fox" Edwards...
NOVA Workforce Institute of NELA (NOVA), in partnership with national community development partner, Rural Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), announces the grand opening of a Financial Opportunity Center (FOC) to serve the residents of Northeast Louisiana. NOVA has been working with Rural LISC to implement the FOC model to begin offering tailored services designed to help center participants secure living wage jobs, build credit, reduce debt, and gain wealth. “Families in Northeast Louisiana need programs like this now more than e...
Exodus 4:2 | KJV And the LORD said unto him, What is that in thine hand? And he said, A rod. Beloved often times we neglect the unique gifting and abilities that God has given us. When challenges arise and difficulties appear look to see if you ALREADY have the answers and solutions in your possession. Then USE WHAT’S IN YOUR HAND! God can give you “whitty” ideas, ingenious inventions, imaginative creations, and glorious insights. HALLELUJAH! Beloved if you can “think” about it then you can D...
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Another innocent black man was shot by the police. On Sunday, August 23, 2020 Jacob Blake, an African-American man, was shot by police as his attempted to enter his car in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Eye-witnesses revealed that Jacob was seen trying to break up a fight between two women. Things then quickly escalated when police officers followed him to his car, and as he tried to get in his car, they opened fire on him. Blake’s three sons, 3-, 5-, and 8-years old, were in the vehicle at the time and witnessed the shooting. Despite being shot seven t...
As we see the grass and trees begin to prepare for the fall and winter, we must also see what is happening in the world around us. The burning in California, hurricanes, fires, storms in the east, coronavirus throughout the world, the flu season about to begin, men without compassion, all of this lets us know that the End Is Near! Watchmen wake up, Pastors, Preachers, and Teachers, warn the unruly, and ungodly, let all men know that the day of the Lord is near. Warn them to STOP! lying, committing adultery, fornicating, stealing, being...
Pastor Dave Profit has always believed in Jesus Christ. At Dellwood Church of God in Richwood LA, he preaches the Word of God knowing where his health and strength comes. Pastor Profit is not ashamed of his belief, as he lives and knows the power of Jesus Christ. He doesn't mind showing his faith by riding throughout Monroe LA on his truck and is a true believer! You can believe also; while you will understand the power of Jesus Christ. Repent! Photo Pastor Dave Profit...
The world would be lost without you. Your job is so unique that now the world realizes your worth. Teachers should be the highest paid profession because they teach everyone from doctors, lawyers, CEO'S etc. Teachers, it's been time to get paid while now is the time. How do teachers teach everyone else make more than they do? The system has the pay schedule backwards when those who don't deal with students and parents get paid more than those teaching the children. If you don't demand better...
Are you or someone you know experiencing some emotional trauma as we navigate life in a COVID-19 world? Recognizing the strong emotions and associated stress many people are feeling with the COVID-19 outbreak, the Louisiana Department of Health’s Office of Behavioral Health has established a hotline to help Louisianans cope. The Keep Calm Through COVID crisis phone line provides trained, compassionate counselors to support Louisianans through this difficult time. Counselors are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week with information and s...
(The Confession Poem) (Psalm 103:14, Proverbs 28:13, Romans 3:23-24) Lord, you know I wanna be more like you I wanna be sure that I'm true I wanna pass all my tests And, although I am doing my best I humble myself and confess That, "I STILL AIN'T THERE YET" So, I need you to, SHAPE ME I need you to, BREAK ME I need you to, MOLD ME I need you to ,HOLD ME Because "I STILL AIN'T THERE YET" Lord, you know I'm not right from within You know I was born into sin You know that its in you I trust You know that I was made from the dust So,you know I...
Milwaukee Brewers Devin Williams chose to make a statement during his team’s baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds. As he walked up to the mound to pitch, he used his cleats to inscribe “BLM” in protest of the continual injustice Blacks across the country continue to face. Williams, 25, is a relief pitcher for the Brewers. The Milwaukee team plays about an hour's distance away from Kenosha, WI where the most recent incident of police brutality occurred. Many other athletes are taking moments during their careers to act and speak out again...
Policy changes by the postmaster general prompted allegations that the Trump administration was trying to disenfranchise voters before the 2020 election. According to the New York Times, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, facing intense backlash over cost-cutting moves that Democrats, state attorney general and civil rights groups warn could jeopardize mail-in voting, said that the Postal Service would suspend those operational changes until after the 2020 election. The measures, which included eliminating overtime for mail carriers, reducing...
Little Flower Academy in Monroe LA was an interesting and exciting institution of learning. Its meager beginnings began on North18th Street, later moving to South 16th Street in the Newtown Community with an expanded vision. Little Flower was a unique place where Blacks excelled in a nurturing religious environment. The Franciscans invested in Blacks to help them understand the Catholic Religion and education. Their commitment to the Black Community was the evidence of the students who survived...
Blessed and thankful while celebrating another year is Dorothy McClendon. Her warm demeanor is contagious while her faith is steadfast. Happy birthday Dorothy! Dorothy is celebrating a big one this year! Wish Dorothy a happy birthday and tell her you read it in the Dispatch....
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 Macedonia Baptist Church Usher Felicia Jones who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher....
