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  • Get Down Tigers Coach

    Oct 1, 2020

    Get Down Tigers Coach Rankins has made "Get Down Tigers" an iconic saying. Coach is still in the kid business only because of the love of the students. He has been a loyal Neville Tiger since Integration and remains loyal some 50+ years later. In 2020, during uncertain times, Coach Rankins can be called while performing unusual jobs because he's still in the kid business and only for the students. "Get Down Tigers!"...

  • Shooting... Life's Worst Moment

    Oct 1, 2020

    Being Black has many unique challenges. The odds have always been stacked against Blacks since the beginning with slavery. Fast forward to 2020, and some Blacks are still in bondage mentally, physically, and emotionally. While the majority of Blacks are just one disaster away from ruins, when factoring a major fatality in the equation, the plight of some is often worse. One area man will now have to face a justice system with his family left to face the consequences as another family is forced...

  • Drive-by Shooting Neighbors Edgy

    Oct 1, 2020

    Out in Robinson Place in Monroe, LA, neighbors have been complaining of how their neighborhood has changed. Many complain of shots fired at any time, day or night, and it has become commonplace. Sources have claimed that the violence occurring in the neighborhood has been out of hand, especially of recent where a teen has been the victim of a drive-by shooting. According to police reports on Monday, September 28, a drive-by shooting occurred in the 5400 Block of Long Dr. According to sources a neighbor happened to be looking out spotting the...

  • COVID-19 Student Safety

    Eddie D. Gillis|Oct 1, 2020

    When an entire middle school class of students had to go into quarantine recently, it should send a clear message to everyone that getting through the COVID-19 will not be as smooth as some would like to see or have the public to believe. Now that Louisiana is in Phase 3 of the pandemic that continues to take lives, some people are convinced that Phase 3 came too late and opening schools was no exception. There were concerns from parents not just from Louisiana, but all across the nation as fall began which usually signals the start of school,...

  • ADVERTISEMENT OF EMERGENCY PROCUREMENT

    Oct 1, 2020

    Frances Tower, a property of the Monroe Housing Authority located at 300 Harrison St, Monroe, LA 71201, was severely damaged by Hurricane Delta on October 9, 2020. Due to this natural disaster that caused physical damage to the property, specifically the roofing system, Monroe Housing Authority procured a contractor to repair this hurricane damage using the noncompetitive proposal method due to circumstances described in 24CFP 85.36(d)(4)(i)(B) as follows: “(4) Procurement by noncompetitive proposals is procurement through solicitation of a p...

  • Rev. Edward Bolden's Final Farewell

    Oct 1, 2020

    Rev. Edward C. Bolden Sr. was born April 14, 1942 to Edward and Ethel Belton in Jonesboro, LA who preceded him in death. Rev. Bolden accepted Christ an early age and was baptized at the Brown Grove Baptist Church in Jonesboro, LA. He went Home to be with the Lord on Monday September 28, 2020. He was also preceded in death by his sisters Josie Madison and Dorothy Stringer. He was married to Mrs. Pearlie Jones Bolden who preceded him in death. To this union was born one son Edward Clayton Bolden...

  • Hospital Nightmare

    Eddie D. Gillis|Oct 1, 2020

    Sickle Cell Disease is a disease that can wreak havoc on individuals, especially African Americans. Much has been done for those who suffer from a disease that has life threatening consequences, but more needs to be done. The Trump administration appears to be trying for sufferers of Sickle Cell by starting an initiative, the main goal is to "improve" the lives of Americans who have the disease. It is a blood disorder that can cause tremendous pain/discomfort in people and urgent care is especially important when the disease attacks the body....

  • Advertisement for Bids

    Oct 1, 2020

    GB Cooley Services is accepting proposals for the demolition of one of its uninhabited properties. All contractors must be fully insured. Proposals will be accepted through December 21, 2020.For more information and to view the property to be demolished contact GBC @ (318) 397-6680 or [email protected]....

  • 2020 Grad Diamond Green

    Oct 1, 2020

    Congratulations West Monroe High School 2020 Graduate Diamond Green. Wishing Diamond all the best as she takes another step in life....

  • Chief Robert Cherry City Marshal

    Oct 1, 2020

    Chief Robert rt Cherry City MCherry is a proud son from Monroe LA. He has been married to Patricia Cherry for over 38 years and has 4 adult children and 5 grandchildren. He is a graduate and supporter of Carroll High School, where his preparation and education helped him earn a full scholarship to Lane College, an HBCU in Tennessee. While earning his bachelor's degree in education at Lane, Chief Cherry played football and became a member of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Never one to stop...

  • Not taking Chances

    Oct 1, 2020

    Coronavirus is real, still here, hadn't gone anywhere or lighten up. With over 205,000 deaths in the US don't be no fool. Keep your masks own, practice social distancing by maintaining 6ft from others. Deloris Grant says, she can wear her mask as long as it takes. There are many who would be living, but were victims of Coronavirus through no fault of their own. Photo Deloris Grant, Go Saints...

  • The End Is Near

    Oct 1, 2020

    "The Way, The Truth, and The Life [ St. John 14: 6] We must enter into eternity God's way. One song says, we are going anyhow, which in a sense can be true, but it must be according to scripture. The Strait Gate [ Matt. 7: 13] is narrow; tight; restricted; strict, not any, and everything can enter. It's difficult to enter the Strait Gate, and Narrow is the way which leads to life, very few there be that find it. Wide is the Gate, Broad is the way, that leads to destruction [hell] and many there be that goes in there. Any and everything goes...

  • "1 LOST FROM THE 100"

    Mr. Marion Obafemi THE PO FOLKS POET|Oct 1, 2020

    It is written that if you have 100 sheep and 1 of them go astray, you should leave the 99 that are still in the fold and seek to find the 1 that is lost. This is a fundamental teaching of Jesus that those who claim to follow Him seem to have forgotten. I was inspired to write this poem as a reminder to us of our duty to those who are lost. My prayer is that we would honestly examine our practices to see how they measure up with the teachings of Jesus and find the strength to make the adjustments that will bring us more in line with the message...

  • Will Trump Walk or Be Escorted from Office?

    Eddie D. Gillis|Oct 1, 2020

    Much has been said and continues to be said in the media as to whether President Donald Trump will voluntarily leave the White House on Inaugural Day or will the Secret Service “assist” him out of the door. The Constitution is crystal clear that in January 2021, the newly president elect shall assume the powers of the presidency at noon on that day and whoever is elected shall begin his/her four year reign. That peaceful transfer of power has served the nation well since George Washington’s last day in office as president up until President Bar...

  • Unclaimed Stimulus Checks

    Oct 1, 2020

    Did you receive your federal stimulus check? If you have not received your Economic Impact Payment (federal stimulus check), you are not alone. About 160,000 Louisianans have not received their stimulus checks. You may not have automatically received your stimulus check earlier in the year because you were not required to file a federal tax return, due to low household income. These stimulus checks were authorized by Congress with the CARES Act. You may be eligible for a payment of up to $1,200 for individuals and $2,400 for married couples...

  • Heaven Must Be Like This

    Pastor K. C. Wade, Advancing the Kingdom|Oct 1, 2020

    Revelation 21:3-4 | NKJV 3 And I Heard A Loud Voice From Heaven Saying, “Behold, The Tabernacle Of God Is With Men, And He Will Dwell With Them, And They Shall Be His People. God Himself Will Be With Them And Be Their God. 4 And God Will Wipe Away Every Tear From Their Eyes; There Shall Be No More Death, Nor Sorrow, Nor Crying. There Shall Be No More Pain, For The Former Things Have Passed Away.” Rejoice Beloved and be exceedingly glad. For Emanuel has Come Again. For God is amongst us!!! And...

  • Happy 5th Birthday

    Oct 1, 2020

    Celebrating his 5th birthday was Braylon Armstrong. Braylon had a ball at his birthday party with his family. Helping Braylon enjoy his 5th birthday was his father DeShae Gray and grandmother Adell Gray. Happy 5th birthday Braylon!...

  • Good Shepherds

    Oct 1, 2020

    We see them all the time. Most go unnoticed as they go about handling God's business. Good Shepherds do not boast or brag but are always there when you need them. Many times, you don't have to call them. They have that sixth sense and show up right on time. Before God shutdown the world, Good Shepherds where everywhere praising God. They just cannot get enough and cannot wait until it is ok to praise and worship in the Lord's house once again. Thank you, Good Shepherds Pastor O.W. and Sister...

  • Deaths

    Oct 1, 2020

    George Jordan, 73 George Jordan of Monroe, LA -Retired Graphic Packaging died Monday September 21, 2020. Services: 11:00AM Saturday October 3, 2020 at Greater Free Gift BC under direction of McFarland Funeral Company of Monroe. Alexis Francoise Rogers, 37 Alexis Francoise Rogers of Atlanta, GA (formerly of Monroe) -TV/Film Make-Up Artist died Wednesday September 23, 2020. Services: 1:30PM Saturday October 3, 2020, at Walk In The Word Church. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens. Visitation: Friday October 2, 2020 under direction of McFarland...

  • I Just Love Me Some You

    Oct 1, 2020

    Some that pledge their vows before God and man stay together for the long haul. They inevitably going through good and bad times, but always find the real success of love. Many married couples who say and mean their vows reap the benefits of marriage with love, trust, loyalty, and commitment. Percy and Linda Bridge's love is a kind of love that has stood the test of time!...

  • Happenings

    Oct 1, 2020

    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 @ Reasonable Prices 2 locations Now Save #1 4399 Hwy 165 South Monroe, LA /318-737-7873 & Tiger Market Café 1800 Forsythe Ave Suite 1 Monroe, LA 71201/318-325-4000 Ms. Edna & Staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day! Treasure Box Sale Outdoor yard sale Saturday October 5, 8 am 830 MLK Jr Dr. on the 165 by-pass outside at Dazzle Dan...

  • Witness Project Annual Pink Gala Cancellation

    Oct 1, 2020

    Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Witness Project of Northeast Louisiana has cancelled its annual Pink Gala for 2020. This affair is our major project to fund breast cancer awareness and education activities for Region 8 and surrounding areas. The members of the Witness Project of NELA thank you for your past support and look forward to your participation in this worthwhile event for October 2021....

  • Just Wondering

    Oct 1, 2020

    What a birthday Jayla Scott's 3rd on September 21 in Winnsboro LA! Family enjoyed cake, ice cream and all types of delicious food. There was one last piece of birthday cake saved by Jayla's mother Freda for herself, since she had served others for the birthday party. Little did she know that someone else had also noticed that last piece of birthday cake too. After the birthday party, Freda went to enjoy that last piece of birthday cake, when she saw her son Jaden. When asked about that last...

  • Dazzle Dance Shine with the Brightest Stars

    Oct 1, 2020

    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!...

  • LSU Board of Supervisors Raymond R. "Randy" Morris

    Oct 1, 2020

    Randy Morris is the owner of West Carroll Health Systems, a rural healthcare delivery system which includes a rural hospital with full scope of services, home health, a rehab center, rural health clinics and behavioral services. He is also the Chairman of the Board of the Rural Hospital Coalition. His work with the Rural Hospital Coalition has been ground-breaking in the achievements made for rural hospitals. Throughout his career, he has been active in lobbying legislation to protect and preser...

  • Favorite Church Usher

    Oct 1, 2020

    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 Cynthia Williams who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher....

  • Even More Reason to Vote

    Jessica DeTiege|Oct 1, 2020

    Last night the United States presidential candidates were seen on the world stage in the first debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. The entire country took a collective sigh as the debate went from 0-100 within the first question, leaving viewers stunned and appalled. The current president especially alarmed many with his outbursts, interruptions, and entanglements with not only the Democratic nominee Biden, but even with the debate’s moderator Chris Wallace too. President Trump went on to deny the severity of the Coronavirus pandemic, d...

  • Mr. Pickem Grissom's Football Predictions

    Oct 1, 2020

    WEEK 1 Oct 1, 2020 Game of The Week #6 Bastrop Rams (0-0) @ Carroll Bulldogs (0-0) It’s been a long time, but we finally have football in northeast Louisiana. What better way to kick off an interrupted season than to see the rematch of the Bulldogs and Rams. Last season the Rams took advantage of a strong second half to defeat the ‘Dogs in Morehouse Parish and coach Alex Washington’s bunch has had this date circled on their calendars. The ‘Dogs lost a ton of talent to graduation and replacing seniors like Cedric Woods, Montrel Jones, Jackie...

  • 18th Annual Evening with GSU Athletics

    Oct 1, 2020

    "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...

  • Free Me 2nd Annual Carroll Athletic Legends Banquet

    Oct 1, 2020

    Free Me Association will host the Second Annual Carroll High School Athletic Legends Banquet on Sunday October 11, 2020, at 4pm at Carroll High School James "Shack Harris" Field House in Monroe LA. The Banquet will honor Athletic Legends of Carroll High School. Honorees will include Michael Howell, Norman "Bear Chest" Harris, John Dillard and Carroll High School Class of 1953 LA State Championship Football Team. The team includes David Lawson, Louis Maddox, Henry Gibson, Jamie Caleb, Elijah...

  • Counting Blessings

    Oct 1, 2020

    As long as we live, there is one day which none of us forgets. This is the most important day of our lives. Blessed and celebrating is a hometown hero Robert "Boot" Hillman. "Boot" is a self-made superstar not only to his family while being a legend from the Block where he grew up. Happy birthday Robert "Boot" Hillman Tuesday October 8, Love Dot and family, Uncle Larkin, Cosell, Snake Baker and Dr. Ice....

  • PRAYING CHILDREN

    Mary Roggerson|Oct 1, 2020

    *Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Day 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 & His Word. Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath; for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. Romans 12:19 Prayer: Father, I choose this day to commit my way to You....