No Struggle, No Progress
No Struggle, No Progress
Sorted by date Results 1 - 21 of 21
No matter how officials with the Louisiana State Police (LSP) try to convey that the agency is not what it is portrayed to be, evidence points to the contrary. The agency is still trying to spin its way out of the horrifying Ronald Greene incident, and now it must answer even more questions concerning police conduct in the wake of Aaron Bowman's alleged beating captured on its own troopers' body cams. Bowman's encounter with a LA State Trooper from the Troop F Division covering northeast...
Death has and will always be a mystery, just the same as birth. Death is the end of life and often leaves a traumatic effect on those left behind to continue life without a loved one. Hearts are saddened at the passing of a brother and sister who passed away only one day apart following an illness. Dennis Jones, 42, passed August 30, 2021, and his sister Sharon Jones passed August 31, 2021, only one day apart. Grieving one death is difficult but dealing with multiple deaths is even more...
Sometimes it is hard to let go of some things that happened in the past. For some, if not many, it is not so easy to forgive and forget. The past is the past, and what happened should stay in the past. Depending on whatever happened in the past, forgiving and forgetting can be a bitter pill to swallow. Something that is bitter to taste yet good for us can interfere with a healing process that we will need to at least forgive, even if it is hard for some to forget. A domestic dispute turned ugly...
A petition to recall Richwood Mayor Gerald Brown is being questioned by Richwood residents, asserting that they did not know that they were signing a document to remove Brown as mayor. They said that recall organizers told them that the petition was for "making Richwood a better town". Richwood resident Wendy Byrd said the petition was "falsely presented" and never expressed as a recall petition for Mayor Brown. An individual in favor of the petition asserted that the document was legitimate and plainly said the petition was intended to recall...
At this special time in the town of Richwood, LA's history, concerned citizens of Richwood are grateful for voters' show of unity in signing the petition to recall current mayor, Gerald Brown. A recall election is scheduled for November 13, 2021. An official election was already scheduled for that date, so the citizens of Richwood will not pay for the recall election. On November 13, 2021, Richwood citizens and voters will have the opportunity to vote and complete the process for the recall petition and change the direction for Richwood and...
Members of the Bulldog Booster Club presented a symbolic $55,000.00 check to Dr. Eric Davis, Principal of Carroll High Magnet School, depicting funds that the organization recently donated to the school that were designated for the athletic department and auxiliaries associated with athletics. Booster Club members present for the check presentation included Tommy Ballard, Tharris Bishop, Herman Doublin, Tamara Hamilton, Wince Highshaw, Christina Johnson, Kenny Johnson, Robert Johnson...
A proposal on Tuesday night's August 24, 2021 city council agenda that would allow the city of Monroe to award city projects $250,000 and under without opening the manner to a formal bidding process was met with fierce opposition in city council chambers. The opposition came from minority business owners who feel they have been left out of being awarded city contracts. Many believe that if the proposal is brought up again and passed, it would create a more significant disadvantage. As it stands now, bids must be advertised for projects over...
The Monroe-Ouachita Chapter of Grambling University National Alumni Association presented the 19th Annual Evening with GSU Athletic Department "Pressing Forward" on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at the Monroe Civic Center B.D. Robinson Room. Gramblinite Charles Scott served as master of ceremony and Minister Johnny Braden prayed and blessed the food. There was an introduction of GSU Athletic Staff where questions concerning the upcoming season were answered. Presentation of GSU Honoress was...
Kyles Postal & Print is Monroe, LA's newest Veteran and Black-owned business located in Geneva Plaza at 2328 Sterlington Rd, Monroe, LA. The shop's grand opening celebration was held Saturday, August 29, 2021 with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony. The store is a one-stop shop for all postal and printing needs. They offer pack and ship; receiving with UPS, FedEx, DHL, and USPS; specialty printing (banners, yard signs, car screens, fatheads, picture canvases, and business cards); color printing,...
Ruby Hardwell, 65 Ruby Hardwell of Monroe, LA died August 25, 2021. Memorial Service will be 11:00 A.M., Thursday September 2, 2021 at Smith Funeral Home. Charles Bingham, 57 Charles Bingham formerly of Wisner, LA died August 23, 2021. Graveside Service will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday September 4, 2021 at Hope Estate Cemetery, Wisner, LA. Visitation will be 10:00 A.M., until Service Time under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Charlotte Ann Walker, 64 Charlotte Ann Walker of Monroe, LA died August 18, 2021. Services will be 2:00 P.M., Saturday...
Week 1 Sept. 3, 2021 Game of the Week #1 Neville Tigers VS #3 Ruston Bearcats One of the state's oldest rivalries continues when the Ruston Bearcats travel east to visit The Neville Tigers for the 96th time this Friday Night September 3, 2021. Last year's game may have been the best one ever when the Bearcats Overcame A 21 point deficit to defeat the Tigers 38-35 In triple overtime. Although A 27-Yard Field Goal Was Considered The Game-Winner, It Was A Miraculous 45-Yard "Hail Mary" Heave On...
The Well Woman Center of Louisiana (WWCLA) will host “SLEEVESUP” a Free COVID -19 Vaccine Event on Monday September 6, 2021 from 9AM - 3 PM. The event will be held at the offices of Dr. Tonya Hunter, OB/GYN located at 2571 Tower Drive Suites 11-13 (behind Homeland Bank) in Monroe, LA. Both the Pfizer and the Moderna vaccines will be available. Please call 318-479-2229 or 318-582-3770 to make an appointment to get your COVID -19 vaccination. All persons 12 and over are encouraged to be vaccinated. All pregnant women and those who desire to be...
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM and 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 S 318-737-7873; Tiger Market Café, 1800 Forsythe Ave, Suite 1, 318-325-4000; Now Save # 5, Hwy 165 S and Hadley St. Ms. Edna and Staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day! Edna’s Cooking features $4.99 breakfast and coffee, $6.99 lunch, drink...
It is so interesting how a once taboo thing is now one of the most en vogue things to do. Weed is now one of the most popular topics of conversation, buzzing throughout entertainment, business, and health conversations heard throughout our country right now, while in some parts of our country, people are still getting charged with serious criminal charges for possessing it. The history of marijuana use goes back for thousands of years tracing back to Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean islands. The marijuana plant produces THC, which is a part of...
''May the blessing of joy abide with you and the blessing of peace rest upon you.'' Happy Birthday to God’s servant, Pastor Brenda Porter of St. Peter Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. God continues to bless you! His love overshadows you daily. Pastor Porter, you are truly a devoted servant and shepherd of the Most High. We love you! From your sisters - Sutea and Theresa, your children - Tony, Katina, Evelyn, Kenzie, Alexaviar, Alexis, and the St. Peter Church family....
Monroe City Academy (MCAL) presents "Battle of the Bayou Jamboree" a glimpse at our future football stars. See and watch them grow and perform Saturday September 4, 2021 at Carroll High School 2939 Renwick St. In Monroe LA. Games will start 6u-9am; 8u-10am; 10u-11am; and 12u-12 noon. Kids free Adults $5. Monroe City Academy League Youth Football & Cheer is for students ages 5-12 youth football & cheer league every Tuesday-Thursday at 4:30 pm at Marbles, Powell, Saul Adler, Emily P. and...
The 38th Annual Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship Program was held recently. The program honored all 2020 - 2021 graduates and scholastic achievers. Judge Tammy Lee presented Ja' La Robinson with the Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship....
A while back, this reporter wrote an article about some people seemingly mocking God for refusing to take a vaccine shot that, in all respects, is saving lives. Over the last year, we have seen millions of people in the U.S. take COVID-19 vaccine shots as the only solution to preventing infections from the disease. Yes, we know that the vaccines were created in "record time", but based on the evidence of what we have seen, they came at the "right" time. There were skeptics who questioned how the drugs would be because they can take at least 18...
Let All men, women, and children praise the Lord! Blessed is he who fears the Lord, and loves his Commandments. Your children 'shall' be mighty in the earth, they shall be blessed. Wealth and riches shall be in your house, and your righteousness shall be forever. You shall be a light in darkness, gracious, and full of compassion; you will give to the poor. You will lend to him who would borrow from you and you will guide your affairs with discretion. You will fix your heart to always trust in the Lord, for he is good and his mercy endureth...
Philippians 1:6 | NKJV Being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ: Beloved I thank God for your diligence in the Faith. For your steadfastness and zeal for advancing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Although you have experienced trials, hardships and tribulations, yet you persist in your witnessing for the Lord! PERSISTENCE WILL OVERCOME RESISTANCE!!! Through illness, and through challenges at home, at work, in your busi...
"THOUGHTS" is a book written by my wife, Mary A. Manning-Sampson, and Charles Sampson. Both are natives of Louisiana, raised in West Monroe LA in the Haynes Lane Community. In November of 1969, Charles and Mary Sampson migrated to Seattle, Washington in order to pursue better opportunities, and it proved to be a wise choice. Nevertheless, the Sampson's never forgot their roots. The village (The Lane Community Pioneers) taught, disciplined and raised us to be productive citizens. THE BOOK...
