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The Black community has done a better job controlling gun violence than last year this time. One life is still too many! We still have a long way to go. The black community is at war because it is not trying to stop, drugs, guns, beating of our kids, mothers, police mistreatment in our neighborhood and imprisonment. Help, stop the violence and don’t be the next to die or cry. Stopping violence is an investment for our lives, future and family. We still must struggle to get our freedom. It's time to move the stop the violence to another level t...
Event part of corporate incentive program celebrating long-serving team members Recently, Lexicon, Inc. presented $10,000 checks to 13 employees as part of a program started by company founder, the late Tom Schueck, to recognize the service and dedication of 20-year team members. The presentation occurred during an awards ceremony and luncheon held at the company's headquarters at 8900 Fourche Dam Pike in the Port of Little Rock. "In a labor market where average employee tenure continues to...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A suspect wanted in an October shooting on Wendall Dr. in Monroe, LA has been arrested. The Monroe Police Department (MPD) recently announced that Thomas J. Little, who was allegedly involved in a shooting incident, had been wanted for Aggravated Assault with a Firearm and Attempted Second-Degree Murder. According to MPD, the incident happened on October 28, 2023, when three off-duty officers were working a detail at the Burg... Full story
In 1969, Monroe City Schools integrated, and Coach Rankins was sent to Neville High School as punishment. However, he turned this into a blessing by working hard for the students at Neville High School. Coach Rankins was a man of God, who professed God as his Lord and Savior. He was a member of Solomon Temple Baptist Church for all his life, growing up in the church as a child and remaining faithful as an adult churchgoer. Coach Rankins was a special guy who did things his way, not caring what...
Officers of the Monroe Police Dept. arrested a suspect who was alleged to have been involved in an automobile chase where shots were fired during the encounter. Officers would arrest a suspect identified as 36-year-old Isaac C. Bradley as the driver of one of the vehicles involved in a high-speed chase. According to the affidavit filed by officers, officers were on patrol in the area of Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive near the vicinity of Powell and Renwick Streets. They received a call that gunshots came from a dark-colored Dodge Charger....
It wasn’t for the faint of heart. It was words that needed to be said and heard in hopes that mistakes made by a school board or any school board in America would not happen again. But at a school board meeting on November 14, 2023, Monroe City Schools Board members and the public heard the results from findings of Investigators of the South, a firm hired by the board to investigate the activities concerning Superintendent Brent Vidrine. It was a long-awaited report that was scathing in detail about the shortcomings in how the system as a whole...
One may think of lawyers in general during times when we might need one. They are essential to ensuring our rights are protected when one has to go through civil or criminal cases. Lawyers, like judges, are held to the highest standards to ensure they perform their duties with honor and integrity. I’m no lawyer, but I can appreciate them for what they do. A few years back, a case involving a lawyer who practices in Louisiana was brought to my attention. This case was about more than just his legal skills, but rather about how he conducts h...
Jamie Mayo, former mayor of Monroe, LA, has unveiled his 2024 public safety plan for Monroe, LA. His comprehensive initiative aims to create a city where every resident can thrive and feel secure in their homes and neighborhoods. Despite a consistent decrease in the crime rate during Mayo's previous administration, the current crime rate in Monroe is now 500% above the national average, which is considered unacceptable. His previous administration brought a world-class Public Safety Center to...
Rose of Sharon Baptist Church in Monroe, LA loves to give and share their love with the community. On Sunday, November 19, 2023, Rose of Sharon blessed 100 families with Thanksgiving turkeys and canned goods by Grace and Mercy. During this Thanksgiving weekend, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Family invites you to their Sunday Worship Experience, 8:15 AM for Sunday School, 9:00 AM for Worship. The church has numerous ministries and invites you and your family to participate in the many ministries...
Dellwood Church of God in Richwood, LA held a new pastor installation at its 30th Church Anniversary on Sunday, November 19, 2023. Dellwood Church of God installed Rev. Earnest Profit as its pastor. Many were in attendance to receive Pastor Profit, including family, church members, and friends. Special guest was Rev. David Profit Jr., who spoke from the subject, "Look in the Mirror." There was lots of praying, singing, and praise! Dellwood Church of God is a special place like no other -...
P.E.E.P. honored the legacy of the late Mrs. Elaine Clay with a Thanksgiving Senior Luncheon on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Mt. Zion Life Center in Monroe, LA. The late Mrs. Elaine Clay was a special person and will be remembered by P.E.E.P. (Positive Enterprise Empowering People). Her legacy will live forever because of the life she lived, serving others....
The City of Monroe honored the enduring legacy of Abe Edward Pierce III, a trailblazer and community leader, at a building dedication ceremony on Monday, November 20, 2023.. The event tool place at the Monroe Convention Center at 401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expy in Monroe LA. The building dedication ceremony served as a tribute to Pierce's contributions to education, civil service, and the Monroe community....
Venturing out one morning, I found myself passing by a luxury department store while on an errand. Determined to avoid the usual crowds, I had risen earlier than usual that day. This store is renowned for offering high-end luxury designer pieces from a variety of popular designers so I did not mind having to pass through since that meant I would get to view all of the beautiful goods. As I strolled through the store, heading towards my destination, I couldn't help but notice several diligent employees diligently inventorying stock and sorting...
We often do things knowing WHAT we’re doing, but do we ever think about the WHY? What I mean is, WHY do you want the new car? WHY do you want a good career? WHY is that your friend? WHY do you want to succeed? WHY do you attend church service? WHY do you help others? Are you trying to please others? Do you want to be praised by man? Do you want to prove you are something? Are you living for applause, or are you living for the Lord? Maybe now, you don’t understand how important it is to know you...
Sister Bertha Jones took the spirit higher at True Vine Baptist Church Fall Revival in Monroe LA on November 13, 2023. Guest evangelist was Dr. Bernard F. Mitchell Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Mendenhall MS. The spirit of the Lord showed up early when Sister Jones sang, "I know what prayer can do," with rafters falling. Rev. Stonewall Hunter Jr. Pastor....
Hello everyone! This week, I will be discussing the fear of being mocked. When you want to pursue something and you think people will make fun of you and mock you, you're actually holding yourself back. Who cares what people think? If you're happy and you're comfortable with what you're doing, that's all that matters. If you're genuinely good at something and enjoy it, so you decide to pursue it, don't let anyone talk you out of it because those same people will be shocked by your success....
Hazel Powell 72, of Delhi, LA a Sales Associate died Wednesday November 15, 2023. Visitation: 6:00PM-8:00PM Friday November 24, 2023 at McFarland Funeral Companies in Delhi, LA. Service: 11:00AM Saturday November 25, 2023 at Rocky Mt Zion Baptist Church in Epps, LA. Burial: Rocky Mt Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in Epps, LA under the directions of McFarland Funeral Companies-Delhi LA. Jimmie Lee Simmons, 71 of Monroe, LA a Truck Driver died November 16, 2023. Service: 11:00 AM Friday November 24, 2023 at Smith Funeral Home. Visitation: 10:00...
Historic Pine Hill Baptist Church (Brickyard Community) celebrated their 96th Church Anniversary on October 22, 2023. Among the past church members and families recognized was the Edwards' Family by Deacon Billy Randle. Edwards' Family Members were Bonnie and Leroy Edwards Houston TX, Mary L. Edwards, Rev. Kenneth W. Edwards who Pastor of Church of Christ in Rayville LA, Shelia Colquitt, Vienna Smith and "From Sword to Pen," Pine Hill Deacon Art "Silver Fox" Edwards Chairman of the deacon...
Let's talk about the natural man's life here on earth. One of his duties is to marry, have children, provide food, clothes and shelter, protect, educate, and teach them God's ways, and His commandments. In doing so, this leads them onto the path to "Eternal Life" and away from a life of pain and suffering. Psalm 37:37 speaks of following Jesus because His end is peace. The flood of Noah's day, Sodom and Gomorrah, the plagues of Egypt (Gen.6 :19; Exodus 5:1-3) all happened because the voice of God was not obeyed. Obey the voice of God and save...
In an earlier article, this reporter wrote that new House Speaker Mike Johnson, over time, may lament wanting his new position as speaker. In that article, this reporter paraphrased what Star Trek icon Mr. Spock in an episode, said about wanting something that you think you want. In that episode, Mr. Spock told a suitor whom he wanted to take as his wife, someone who was intended by custom for Mr. Spock. In the end, Spock released his intended bride to the person who desired her saying, “Often one may desire something that appeals to him, t...
Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday Know that the Lord, He is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture. Psalm 100:3 Prayer: Lord, I worship and serve You with gladness. I come before Your presence with singing. I know You are God. I am thankful and glad that You made me. Lord, I belong to You forever. I am a sheep in Your pasture. Hallelujah! Confession: I know that the Lord is God! Wednesday and Thursday For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting, And His truth endures to all generations....
Recently at Carroll High School in Monroe LA, Homecoming Royalty Miss Carroll Tayler Epting was honored by former Carroll Graduates LA State Senator Katrina Jackson, LA State Representative Adrian Fisher and City Marshal Robert Cherry. Also pictured are Miss Carroll's Dad Rod Williams and Carroll Principal Patrick Taylor....
Praising God blessed and thankful by His Amazing Grace, Lucille Jones is celebrating another year. Happy birthday Lucille, love always Aubrey Crawford....
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. New Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Monroe LA celebrated their Pastor and Wife Rev. and First Lady Lenard Montgomery Sr.'s 20th Anniversary. Special guest was Dr. Rico Tyler St. Luke Baptist Church West Monroe LA "Commit, Guidance, Restoration, Protection and Reward was the theme....
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...
