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The road to eternity has no appointed time or date. Many times, when young people leave, their parents pray until their return, glad to hear when their loved one's car pulls up or hear the door open. Friends often call to check in, and when there's no usual answer or text, minds wander to think the worst. An allegedly mysterious death claimed the life of Staci Stokes, 27, whose body was found on South 10th St. in Monroe, LA. Her family and friends are perplexed to know what happened to Staci on...
Ora Lee Brass was born on April 17, 1921, in Wisner, LA, to Saul and Neller Scott-Brass, who both passed away before her. In the 1940s, Ms. Brass moved to Monroe, LA, where she spent many years operating her salon adjacent to the house as a qualified beautician. Former customers continue to rave about how enthusiastic she was when styling their hair and how much fun it was to be in her company. Early in life, Ms. Brass made a profession of faith in Jesus Christ. She joined Avenue Baptist Church...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A tattoo to some is glorified bodywork. A piece of art, if you will. They are dazzling to the eye with all of the intricacies and skills that a tattoo artist utilizes in their craft to ensure that the customer is satisfied with the work. Depending on the circumstances, they are not always pleasing to the eye. In an incident reported by Monroe Police, it appears that someone saw a tattoo that they didn't like. According to MPD, of...
The Monroe City School Board is off to a new four-year challenge for the kids they serve, as two changes are on the board in the form of a new board member and returning board member, Brenda Shelling. Board members Bill Willson, Brandon Johnson, Betty Ward-Cooper, Jennifer Haneline, and Daryl Berry were elected to serve for another four-year term. All appeared to be up for the challenge. And a challenge it will be. As with school districts across the nation, the Monroe City School Board has a responsibility to educate children with the best tha...
Mary Joshua Holmes, 76, departed this life on January 19, 2023. Holmes served her community for 36 years before retiring as an Educator in Monroe, LA. Her funeral services will be Friday, January 27, 2023, at 10:30 AM at Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church in Monroe, LA. Visitation is 3:00 - 6:00 PM at Hester Central State Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. Her burial will be at Richwood Memorial Gardens in Richwood, LA, under the direction of Hester Funeral Home....
Just about in every community, whether it is a small town, city, or large metropolitan area, there is always a part where it seems one is living in two different worlds. One side seems to be more affluent than the other, with economic growth sprouting up in every section of the area that is doing well. The area that is doing well gets the lion’s share of economic dollars, incentives, and a push from those who can make things happen. All of this goes on as the other side seems to languish over years of neglect, which can be called the side t...
Just before Martin Luther King Day, Cal Williams likes to share his story with school children of Anchorage, Alaska. He goes to classrooms dressed up as a 1960's Civil Rights marcher. Williams can still belt out songs like "We Shall Overcome" and "Oh, Freedom". He sings them as if he were stepping in time to the music, along with other marchers. Williams was 22 years old when Martin Luther King inspired him to take an active role in the Civil Rights movement, but his awakening about the importan...
This year's Radio People Platform and Polyester 70s Party was held Saturday, January 21, 2023 at Bayou Pointe at ULM in Monroe, LA. 70s partygoers donned their finest 70s inspired threads and danced the night away to tunes provided by the Meet the Press Band. Radio People's 100.1 the Beat mix master DJ Gravedigga served as this year's Master of Ceremony....
Recent national news outlets shared the miraculous story of a young man who was lost at sea but rescued by his family hours after going missing. The man was on a diving trip off the coast of Key West, FL with several others when the current simply separated him from his group and he began to drift further and further away from the boat. In his story he shared that his found a piece of bamboo that he clung to until he found two mooring balls out in the sea that he held onto until he was spotted by his family about two hours later. Many are...
(Black History Musical) Donterrio “Donnie” Anderson presents Celebrating Who We Are Black History Musical, Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 5:00 PM at Walk in the Word Kingdom Church, 1201 Stubbs Ave. in Monroe, LA. Guest Pastor will be Darrell Petties of Memphis, TN. For more information call 318-791-2392....
(Black History Salute) Richwood High School Football in Richwood, LA won three consecutive Louisiana Interscholastic Athletic & Literary Organization (LIALO) State Football Championships which was the state league for Black schools in Louisiana before 1970. Legendary Richwood football coach Mackie Freeze guided three straight undefeated state football championship teams (1962-63; 1963-64; 1964-65)...
Psalms 139:14 I will praise You; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: Marvelous are Your works; and that my soul knows very well. There is an undeniable desire in humans, for acceptance amongst peers and those of our circle of influence. Individuals seek approval in various ways, in everyday life. We all want to believe at some point, that what we feel or believe is worthy of the acceptance of others. This is normal, but when others’ acceptance becomes such a desire, that it turns into a d...
What’s the best way to file your taxes this year, call Adams Tax! We are conveniently located on ULM’s campus in Stubbs Hall rm# 107. Tax season is upon us.. Now is the time to gather all forms like W-2s, 1099s, and other essential tax statements and receipts. Adams Tax refund solutions can make your tax season much lighter on the pockets! We offer Refund Transfers (which allow customers to pay their tax preparation fees with their refund), and Easy Advance Loans (up to $6,000). We also offer several refund disbursement options. Customers can...
By now most of you may have heard of the passing of Ineitha Lynette “Diamond” Hardaway, one-half of the Black sister duo, who rose to fame with Herneitha Rochelle “Silk” Richardson, as ardent and fervent supporters of ex-president Donald Trump. “Diamond” as she was called, along with “Silk” became a 1-2 political punch for Trump during his first campaign and become a familiar face in conservative media, appearing at rallies among conservatives. Hardaway passed away a week ago and was funeralized Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023 with Donald Trump 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. 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 South, 318-737-7873; Tiger Market Café, 1800 Forsythe Ave, Suite 1, 318-325-4000; Now Save #8 Winnsboro Rd., Now Save # 5, Hwy 165 South and Hadley St. Ms. Edna and Staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day! Edna’s Cooking features $6.99 breakfas...
Melvin Harris, 79, transitioned from this life on January 18, 2023. Services: 11 AM Thursday, January 26, 2023 at New Salem Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. Burial: Jerusalem Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation: 2 to 5 PM Wednesday, January 25, 2023 in the chapel of Hester's Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Mary Holmes, 76, transitioned from this life on January 19, 2023. Services: 10:30 AM Friday, January 27, 2023 at Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe, LA. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe, LA. Visitation: 3-6 PM Thursday,...
Every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving , there is a catfight in the Louisiana Super Dome which is the Bayou Classic between arch rivals Southern and Grambling State University. Both school are bitter rivals for what ever reason. At little Flower Catholic Church recently Southernites have 2022 bragging rights after Southern shellacked Grambling. Southernites bragged and ribbed Gramblinites. Among the HBCU Gramblinites Emma Williams, Mary Wilson, Beverly Mance, Alice Grayson and Faye Bess,...
The Sneakers' Ball was held recently at the Monroe Civic Center starring King George, Mr. Gotta Have 3, Kiko Pryor, Marcellus the Singer, J'Cenae, Mr. Po Me Some Mo FP Funyanna & Karen Wolfe. Sneakers' Ball Stars were Monica Singleton, Anitra Baskin, Brenda Burton, Sharon Moore & Flo Carroll....
WORD MINISTRIES Spreading the Gospel Brother James Goods, Jr. For a free weekly email transcript of the Sunday School Lesson Summary; send your email address request to [email protected] See pg 9...
As Christians we shouldn't be afraid of Satan, his disciples, nor his devices. God is our creator, and redeemer, he has called us to be bold in holiness and righteousness (1Timothy 1:7 ) . He created us to be in a pleasant existence for our benefit (Gen.2:8-9 ) he watches over us with his Devine love (Gen . 2:15 ) . We are connected to God through his Spirit ( Gen.2:7). Let's worship God honestly out of a pure heart. Let's study him through the scriptures, pray, fast, help those in need, those who are sick . Let's seek the Lord for guidance,...
At Carver-McDonald Branch Library in Monroe LA, LSU AG Center Agent Markaye Russell presented a workshop about Nutrition and Vitamin Supplements. Vitamins are a type of supplement. Other types supplements include minerals, herbs or nutrients. There are 13 essential vitamins which have different jobs to help keep the body working properly. Without these nutrients vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the B vitamins, the body produces red blood cells that are too large and don't work properly which causes...
On Sunday January 15, 2023 Minister Monica Benjamin preached her first sermon, "Fear Factors," at Greater New Antioch Baptist Church in Monroe LA. Minister Monica was well received with plenty of amens and thank you Lords. Rev. John L Russell ll is Pastor....
