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If only Black citizens, voters, and taxpayers, realized and would utilize the awesome political and economic powers God has granted them here in Monroe, Richwood, and Ouachita Parish, they could demand and receive all of the governmental and private sector representation they rightfully deserve. The keys to the success of total Black advancement is self-empowerment, through Black votes and money. In the city of Monroe, and town of Richwood, Black citizens are the overwhelming registered voters, and can determine who is elected to office to...
Clarence Holiday, 92 Clarence Holiday of Monroe, LA -Transportation Driver died Sunday, December 6, 2020. Arrangements Incomplete under direction of McFarland Funeral Company Monroe. Sherry Jackson, 70 Sherry Jackson of Delhi, LA -Homemaker died Saturday, December 5, 2020. Graveside Services: 10:00am Thursday December 10, 2020 at St. John Community Cemetery in Delhi under direction of McFarland Funeral Company Delhi. Clinton Antonio Maiden, 28 Clinton Antonio Maiden of Monroe, LA - Fast Foods died Wednesday, December 2, 2020. Graveside Services...
Darlene Caesar has been on a crusade to clear up what happened to her father, Ivory Walker at the hands of a close family relative who she says, abandoned him. In a phone interview, Caesar pointed out some of the things her sister ALLEGEDLY did when Walker was very ill. During the time when Walker needed medical attention, Caesar and her sister Robin was to watch over him. But according to Caesar, Robin only half heartedly took care of Walker, allegedly saying that “she had her life” to live, and that most of the share of caring for Mr. Wal...
We often hear from politicians about how much the nations owe our veterans who has served and that they deserve the respect owed to them for protecting our freedoms. The nation has a vast complex medical system that is there to make sure that our veterans receive the best in care, no matter what it is. But we also know that the V.A. Medical System has "issues" with many veterans when it comes to receiving the kind of care that the private industry can supply. Kenneth "Duke" Arnold is a proud...
Love is great when you meet that special someone. Those long hours over the phone, dates and moments of intimacy. For some strange reason for some not all, the excitement where's away, communication breaks down while couples get so comfortable with each other, where one party takes advantage of the other by being dishonest. There are many relationships which turn toxic where one party wants out of the relationship knowing or unknowing their partners insecurity which turns into a nightmare...
God blesses us all with different talents or gifts. Many discover their talents while others squander theirs. To know who you are is truly a blessing while possessing your own gift or talent is amazing. Everyone on earth has their own special flair very noticeable to others. Michael Jackson was one of those persons. When you heard his talents, he made you look and made you notice. His special musical talent was phenomenal while your ears became your eyes hearing his flair. Michael possessed an a...
When Oliver "Friday" Ellis was sworn in as Monroe's newest mayor, one of the first things on his agenda was to make a change to the Chief of Police position. Ellis, being new to politics, surprised the region when he defeated former and longtime mayor, Jamie Mayo. Oliver Ellis became the first white mayor to sit at City Hall for almost twenty years. Ellis stressed that crime was an issue in Monroe, but he was never critical of operations at MPD, but one could acknowledge that Ellis' vision for...
Through the journey of life there's an entrance and exit for all. Never knowing when on both is what makes life amazing. While the exit is most difficult for those still alive, its that final peace all will face when we make our final destination. Charles "Chuck" Carr was such an amazing guy. He always worked and had his own. If you knew him, he was a friend. He was born August 28, 1943. "Chuck" went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday December 8, 2020 upon being found deceased. He worked hard...
At Neville High School 2020 Homecoming, Ashanti Hicks was a member of the homecoming court on Friday October 30, 2020 at Bill Ruple Stadium Monroe LA. Congratulations Ashanti Hicks, who was escorted by her father Darquise Hicks....
At Neville High School Football Playoff on Friday December 4, at Bill Ruple Stadium, Coach Rankins went into the Neville Football Dressing Room at halftime. Coach's halftime pep talk inspired what was a close playoff to a win and another step closer to a 4A football state championship. We don't know what was said at halftime, yet we witnessed an enthused Neville 2020 Football Squad handled the business Neville 53-Westgate 34. Get Down Tigers!...
Coalition of Love Members held a book signing for city legend Arthur "Silver Fox" Edwards on Friday, December 4, 2020. Hosted by President/Coordinator Earline Knox, calls were made to members encouraging purchase of Edward's compelling book, "From Sword to Pen." To members who dropped by to pick up their book were vice president/treasurer Attorney George Britton and singer/songwriter Shereka Shabang who had just returned from Atlanta, Georgia recording a video shoot of her new song, "Runit". On...
William V. Smart, Executive Director, announced that Monroe Housing Authority in partnership with PRIME TIME, Inc., will celebrate completion of the expansion to the Robinson Place Head Start Center. A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be held to commemorate the occasion. The ceremony will be held on Friday, December 11 at 9 a.m. at the Robinson Place Head Start Center, at 5307 Robinson Drive, Monroe, LA. Social-distancing will be observed and, we ask that all attendees wear masks. MHA and PRIME...
A look at the agenda for Tuesday night's December 1 meeting for the Monroe City Schools Board seemed to be a typical one where there wasn't anything that would lead attendees to think that it would last long. There were several guests who spoke on matters before the board that was routine in that it was informative, and did not require any action from board members. That was until it was time for each board member to give their report of what was going on in their districts or anything else...
Little Flower Academy in Monroe LA was a special place beginning in 1940-1968 for students' kindergarten to high school. The learning environment was second to none where those attending received the best education through a Franciscan investment into the Black Community which helped present the Catholic Faith. At Little Flower, students were taught discipline, values, respect, the ten commandments, sportsmanship, religion, music, the arts, drama and stage performance in a caring and nurturing...
Carroll High School Athletic Legend Willie R. Robinson was a member of the first State Championship Football Team in 1953 at Carroll High School in Monroe LA. He was born in Delhi, LA. Willie attended elementary school at Monroe Colored High. He transferred to Carroll High School (CHS) when it was built in 1953. He was a member of the Carroll High School Football Team from (1953-56) which won 28 games and lost 4, which included one State Football Championship, two Northeast Louisiana and three...
In 1964 Eula D. Britton High School a black school in Rayville, LA won the 2A basketball championship Elvin Hayes, Harry Lewis, and myself Henry Davison were on that team. When it came time to celebrate our notable achievement, the leadership of the town of Rayville, and the school board wouldn't allow the band and students to March through the town, rejecting our institution. Today Harry Lewis is mayor of Rayville. Elvin Hayes is in the Basketball Hall of Fame. and Henry Davison is president/ CEO of his family business in Rayville, DFALLC....
President Donald Trump is milking the last remaining days of his presidency for all that they are worth by doing his best to remain relevant in the minds of his supporters. With practically all of his lawsuits aimed at overturning the results of state’s election where he lost, dismissed or tossed out, the president is past gasping for straws. He is going down for the third time and the only life preserver left to hold on to is in the Supreme Court and the Electors who will cast their vote for the presidency. In presidential elections past, t...
James 3:17 | NKJV 17 But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy. Oh Lord!!! Grant us WISDOM in these “last days”. Allowing us to make right choices, in what we do, in where we go, and in what we say!!! ASKING FOR THE WISDOM OF GOD!!! Let the Words of our mouths and the meditation of our hearts be acceptable to God!!! We desire our motives to be pleasing to the Lord! Oh Dear Jes...
Free Me Association is proud to present the H.E.A.R.T of the City- art expo. The project is a three-part art contest for high school artists in Monroe/West Monroe Area. The contest will be held on December 19, 26 & January 2 at Northeast Louisiana Delta African American Museum 1051 Chennault Park Dr. in Monroe LA. The December 26 and Jan 2 portion of the contest will be open to the public at 5:00 PM. This year's contest theme is Around the Holiday of Kwanza. During the competition, students...
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 True Vine Baptist Church Usher Vannie Nettles who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher....
This year I have thought a lot about faith. What it is, how it works, and why I need it are a few of the many questions I have been asking myself. I believe I have been called to gain a deeper understanding of my faith in this season. I know I am not alone in my thoughts as I have shared many conversations about faith with many people throughout this year. Through Bible study, devotional readings, and conversations with other Christian believers, I have come to understand that we cannot have a breakthrough in our lives without faith; the only...
It's always best to be prepared and when opportunities present themselves, your professional credential are straight, when it's time to take on new challenges. Former teacher Dena Sampson, now administrator has moved on up. The former teacher has moved up to assistant principal in Monroe City Schools. Sampson has a special passion in helping children succeed. Congratulations Mrs. Sampson!...
*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 A happy heart is good medicine and a cheerful mind works healing, but a broken spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs 17:22 AMP Prayer: Father, I praise and worship You. Thank You for Your love, peace, and joy. You are...
Round 2 - Lhsaa Playoffs Dec. 11, 2020 Weekly Record: 12-2 Overall 101-29 Featured Games 8-6 #4 Neville Tigers (6-2) @ #12 Minden Crimson Tide (7-2) It’s not often you get a chance to meet an opponent twice in one football season, however on Thursday night we’ll get a chance to see a rematch game when Neville travels to district foe, Minden. The Tigers took the first meeting 41-7 while also celebrating homecoming festivities in the process. Neville had to get past a very skilled Westgate team in round 2 to get a chance at this rematch gam...
Many unknowns lie ahead for our nation and the world as we continue to live in the middle of the global Coronavirus pandemic, but good news is coming as many vaccinations for the virus continue trials that are leading to hopeful gains. The FDA has reported it hopes to give a vaccine that has performed well in its clinical trials an emergency approval by next week, delivering 327,000 doses to California in attempts to combat the spread of the deadly COVID-19 virus. Pfizer found 44,000 volunteers to participate in its COVID-19 vaccine trial,...
Congratulations to Eric and Katie Porter who celebrated their third wedding Anniversary on December 9, 2020. Eric just loves him some Katie and Katie loves her some Eric! Happy Anniversary Eric and Katie....
Every life is in the possession of God. No one has a right to end a life. The Word of God is alive, full of power and sharper than a two-edged sword. If we believe the Word of God, why don’t we study it? Only God has life in the absolute sense. The Holy Bible is God’s Word. It is life itself. It possesses unlimited power. The Word of God has the potential of cutting between the Psychological aspect of man and his spirit. This separates the spirit from the soul. Eve was deceived by Satan by his attack upon her intellect. Christ makes it pos...
