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Week 6 October 6, 2023 Union 43 North Webster 14 Richwood 40 Lincoln Prep 6 Ferriday 52 General Trass 34 Delhi Charter 36 Delhi 28 Ruston 35 Alexandria 28 Winnfield 30 Lakeview 14 West Monroe 31 Pineville 0 Neville 51 Peabody 0 Red River 32 Jonesboro Hodge 8 Wossman 38 Carroll 0 Block 48 Sicily Island 0 Ouachita 31 West Ouachita 14 Jena 60 Marksville 20 Many 42 Mansfield 13 Sterlington 49 Bastrop 0 Rayville 28 Madison 0 Bunkie 49 Caldwell 14 Mangham 53 Vidalia 14 Franklin Parish 19 Grant 17 D’Arbonne Woods 49 Lakeside 0 Oak Grove 61 H...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. People, for the most part, tend to get along with one another. Friendships and relationships are born, leading to a lifetime of memories. In just about all of them is the good, the bad, and the ugly. And the old saying that if one can't get along, moving alone can save a lot of heartache and headaches later on in life. Sometimes, that headache could be one that will land someone in jail. A local man is in jail because of an...
He was an old soul in a young body, and I learned a few things from him. I met Martez over a decade ago in his early twenties when he reached out to me to become his dentist. My first impression was that he was too young to be fully employed as both a police officer and a mortician in training. He showed me what drive looked like. As a small business owner, I felt very safe because he would always update me on events and often look out for me when I was at my office late at night. He always...
It was on a Tuesday, September 9, 2023, Monroe City School Board meeting when board president Bill Willson made an announcement concerning a school employee that he said was under investigation. Willson, in a statement to fellow board members without mentioning any specifics, said, “Based on guidance received from our auditors and legal counsel, the Monroe City School District is notifying the public that notice has been submitted on the district’s behalf to the Louisiana Legislative Auditor and the Ouachita Parish District Attorney’s office of...
Carroll High School in Monroe, LA, has been consistently overlooked in terms of renovations and improvements, which is concerning. It is disheartening to see other schools in the area receive nice new upgrades while Carroll High School is left with subpar conditions. As a parent of two Carroll graduates, one of whom graduates in May 2024, I am compelled to speak up about the inadequate state of the gym, weight room, and locker room. During a recent tour of these areas, as a parent, I was...
In reference to your article in the Volume 52, Number 35 edition of your paper titled, " Richwood $147K Missing" I am seeking a full retraction. This article's title is false and misleading. Why was Mr. Cleveland the only person interviewed for this article? If the Dispatch or Mr. Eddie Gillis wanted to do thorough investigative work why would they not interview myself or the audit firm that audits the town's finances? The "uncleared checks" were from 2020 and the issue has been resolved by the town and the audit firm, Bruno & Tervalon....
Disclaimer: All persons are innocent until proven guilty. A local teenager who allegedly stole a school bus in Ouachita Parish recently and was arrested in Texas was released to his father after he was apprehended by law enforcement officials in Texas. According to police reports, that was the teen’s second time in as many weeks of allegedly committing the same act involving a school bus. The teen traveled on I-20 toward Texas, and when he entered Smith County near Lindale, Texas, he was spotted driving the school bus in an erratic manner t...
"Two Rings and a Queen", Wossman High School Homecoming Queen Da'Naya Ross was crowned Miss Wossman by Principal Dr. Harrington Watson lll and Assistant Principal Mrs. Dena Staten-Sampson on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 before family and friends....
Obey the Lord in All Things! Spiritual Harvest in Monroe LA celebrated their 18th Church Anniversary on Sunday September 10, 2023. Among the church membership speaking about how their lives have changed by God and the church ministry were the young people in the congregation which was remarkable. Among the young spiritual Harvest Members was Emeri Armstrong who's passion and emotions were witnessed....
Philadelphia Word Church in Monroe, LA celebrated 20 years of God's Grace on Sunday, September 10, 2023. A timely word - where God guides, He provides - was delivered and the church was full of the spirit in prayer and song. Youth church members participated in Sunday's message too. Youth church members Dillion Nash, C.J. Williams, Nolan and Silas White performed the memorial period....
Last night I had the pleasure of watching new royalty take their place in the history of Wossman High School in Monroe LA for its homecoming coronation ceremony. Senior Da'Naya Ross was crowned homecoming queen in the place where she established excellence on the court as a basketball player. The administration did a great job making sure it was special for her, and this was evident in the details of the occasion. What I like most is there was a break from what we are accustomed to seeing as a h...
Week 3 Friday Sept. 15, 2023 #10 Richwood Rams (2-0) Vs West Ouachita Chiefs (2-0) Not many folks gave Richwood much of a chance in 2023 after the abrupt resignation of former head coach, Marcuz Yanez. Although the Rams returned a good nucleus of players from last year's second round team, the search for Yanez's replacement had to come quicker than most coaching searches to keep the program at a respectable space. What would be quicker than to higher in-house and that's exactly what the Rams...
Demetrius Robinson, 43 of Monroe, LA Lawn Care died Sunday September 3, 2023. Visitation: 6:00-8:00PM Friday September 15, 2023 at McFarland Funeral Companies in Monroe, LA. Service: 11:00AM Saturday September 16, 2023 at Faith Harvest Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. Burial: Magnolia Monroe City Cemetery under directions of McFarland Funeral Companies-Monroe. Dwanna L. Powell, 48 of Delhi, LA a Senior Client Relations Specialist died Saturday September 9, 2023. Visitation: 3:30-5:30PM Friday September 15, 2023 at McFarland Funeral Companies in...
Jeremiah 17:7-8 | NKJV Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, and whose hope is the Lord. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, which spreads out its roots by the river, and will not fear when heat comes; But its leaf will be green, and will not be anxious in the year of drought, nor will cease from yielding fruit. Beloved let us TRUST and HOPE IN THE LORD!!! We can then be like a tree planted by Living Waters. Establishing Roots and sprouting Branches that bear Much Fruit. HALLELUJAH! We shall survive the winds, the storms...
The deadline to register to vote or make changes, in person or by mail was September 13, 2023. The deadline to register or make changes online at www.geaxvote.com is September 23, 2023. Early voting begins on Saturday September 30,2023 through Saturday October 7, 2023. No voting held on Sunday October 1, 2023. The hors for early voting are 8:30am till 6pm at Registrar of Voters Community Room 1650 DeSiard St, in Monroe LA and West Ouachita Senior Center 1800 N 7th St in West Monroe LA. Please bring ID....
Burnie "Mike" Simmons, Jr. Burnie "Mike" Simmons, Jr., was the son of the late Burnie Simmons, Sr., and Lula Vivian Simmons. Mike went to his heavenly home on August 28, 2023. He attended and graduated from Rhymes High school on May 22, 1953 and furthered his education by enlisting in the United States Army February 7, 1958. In the Army he was a truck driver of heavy equipment. He was a lifelong member of The Saint Joe Baptist Church in Rayville, LA. Mike enjoyed attending and participating in...
Help bring more art to the community by supporting this AMAZING event. The Arts with Passion presents the Broadway Musical, Memphis is Friday September 22, 2023 at 6:30pm and Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 2:00pm and 6:30pm at the WL JACK HOWARD THEATRE in Monroe, LA. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to curtain. Tickets $25. and $35 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.theartswithpassion.com/the-color-purple.html Under the leadership of Pashen Sims, The Arts with Passion was created to educate, entertain, and empower...
Have any of you ever wanted a job so bad but after a while, you regret taking it? Some, if not most of you would say “yes”, while the rest would find another job or “deal” with the one that you have. With that sentiment is probably how Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is feeling right now. Congress has just returned from its August recess only to stare at a looming government shutdown, that if not resolved, will affect millions of Americans. The ones that won’t be affected are the rich/wealthy and yes, members of Congress. Various f...
Psalms 33:12 Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD; and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance. If there is one thing that is lacking in today’s society, it is the fear of the Lord. God has become such an option to many now, that anything will suffice. Many are carrying around statues, placing them in their homes and workplaces bowing to them. It’s quite astonishing. Who wants a god that has to be carried, when we have the true and living God to carry us? Men/Women have als...
The Knights of Peter Claver, Supreme General Chapter, Ladies of Grace awarded Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, $800 Grant through its "Partners in Education Program" in July at its National Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana. The grant was awarded based on a nomination by Ladies of Grace Chapter 36, (Green Scott Smith). Pictured along with Little Flower Pastor, Fr. Adrain Fischer receiving the grant are Ladies Bonnie Arnold, Carla Mercy, Debra Bridges, Mary Wilson, Bernice Allen,...
AL DERRY`S Bayou Classic 50TH Anniversary November 24-26, 2023 New Orleans LA - AL DERRY`S Bayou Classic package includes 2 nights at Comfort Inn & Suites Metairie LA (Double occupancy)- Free breakfast-Game Tickets- Transportation to and from the game, Battle of the Bands & the parade. Battle of the Bands tickets $25 (not included). Bayou Classic package price $335 per person, $75.00 deposit due by September 9. balance due by Oct 28, 2023. More info contact Al Derry 318-789-9690. Seating is...
Texas Beauties had heads turning in Monroe LA when Robin Mercy and Lolacile Cage Mercy strutted in the building. Both Mercy Ladies enjoyed themselves and had heads turning with their Texas beauty....
L.Renee Brown is blessed and thankful to see another year. She will be celebrating 56 times being a queen on Tuesday September 19, 2023. Join us in wishing L. Renee Brown a happy birthday!...
Do you remember Richwood High School 1966 Majorette Donna Johnson. Donna was a high stepper and a baton twirler in the Richwood High School Band. Donna was an outstanding student in the Richwood Class of 1966....
NOVA Workforce Institute of Northeast Louisiana held its 7th Annual Update to the Community Luncheon / Celebration. The Annual Update to the Community Luncheon was held recently at the Monroe Civic Center. The focus of the event was to update and celebrate the Success of NOVA being in the community for 15 years. The Keynote speaker for this year's event was Louisiana State Director, USDA Rural Development Ms. Deidre Deculus Robert, Esq. NOVA Graduates shared their testimonials of how NOVA has...
