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This past week, I had my Junior class ring ceremony to be officially inducted as a Senior of Franklin Parish High School. As one the gifts I received, I got flowers from my dad and I forgot to leave them in my house and put water on them so they could grow. Well, I went over to my friend’s house for most of the day and by the time I made it home, my flowers looked as if they were dead. Now, the environment they were originally in was hot, brittle, dull, and hurtful. However, when I took the time...
Quotes of Wisdom In relationship: Chicken or Eagle “Don’t be frustrated when you see the chicken flapping up and falling down. Because at this stage in your life, it’s time for you to be centergistic with other peoples. Eagles love on another level, Eagles live on another level, Eagles think on another level. Eagles function on another level. Eagles dream on another level. Eagles build on another level. Glory to God . . . If you had somebody to reject you, leave you, walk out the door, STOP CRYING ABOUT IT. It was just a chicken! What you n...
While attending this year's Wossman High School graduation, I met many new graduates and congratulated them on accomplishing such a tremendous milestone. I always ask what's next out of curiosity, and it was no surprise that many were still determining their plans post-high school. Many graduates appear to be mature, but the reality is they are still naive to what life truly requires. They still need guidance to navigate life, and society can't expect students who are coming of age to have it...
Psalm 105:1-19 Until the time when his word came to pass, the word of the Lord tried him. When discussing the Bible, one can't help but speak about the story of Joseph. It was horrible to be thrown in a pit by his own flesh and blood, but he survived. Then, he was sold into slavery. Then, after arriving to his destination, he was falsely accused & imprisoned (talk about a bad hand). I'm sure he had more than his share of conversations with God. It looked bad, but again, he survived. The pit was...
Roman.8:1, Says There Is Therefore Now No Condemnation to Them Which Are In Christ Jesus, who walked not after the flesh, but after the spirit, what Christ did on this earth for us. Is the love of God commended to you because Jesus was recommended to give his life for us, and as we continue to believe and grow in Him, condemnation = fear, and doubt, shame, guilt, God did not give us that kind of spirit. God has us, the spirit of love, power, and sound mind. We have the mind of Christ. We have been redeemed. We have the Holy Spirt living In us....
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 93rd Usher Anniversary Cuba Baptist Church 343 Blankston Rd. Bosco LA -93rd Usher Anniversary is Wednesday May 31, 2023 at 7pm Job Well Done-Pastor Reuben L. Oliver, Sr. The St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes. LA, invites you to a farewell appreciation salute to former pastor, Reverend Reuben Oliver, Sr., Friday-Sunday, May 19-21, 2023, at the St....
1 Thessalonians 5:18 In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. When you think of gratefulness, it should be very often; honestly, everyday. Thankful hearts are joyous ones. With all that’s going on in the world today, there shouldn’t be a time that we forsake giving God thanks. It’s such a blessing to still be alive, thankful! (enough) and in our sound minds. Many have left can, and they can no longer give thanks. It’s been hard; so, it’s understan...
An ordinance before the Town of Richwood Board of Alderpersons was introduced that would amend the existing ordinance (2021-02) that regulates the operating hours of businesses that sell and store alcohol for sale was up for consideration recently. The ordinance(2023-01)was before the Board, asking if the current closing time of or before 3:30 AM should revert back to the old time of or before 2:00 AM any day of the week. Richwood Mayor Gerald Brown, who chairs the town’s meeting, called for a...
Rev. Roy Jones was a five-star quarterback staring for Carroll High School in Monroe LA straight-out of NewTown. Rev. Roy has seen and done more things than most, yet it was that amazing Grace which saved not only Rev. Roy Jones but countless others who have turned their lives over to the Lord! Rev. Roy knows while trying to share the good news of Jesus Christ. Are you ready to experience What Rev. Roy Jones knows and believes!...
Exodus 15:2 | NKJV he Lord is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation; He is my God and I will praise Him; My father’s God, and I will exalt Him. Oh Beloved God is my Strength. Strength like no other! His Strength is made perfect in our weaknesses. So that when we are weak, we are therefore Strong! HALLELUJAH! When are bodies are under attack by illnesses, He is Jehovah Rapha (the God that Heals us). When our minds are troubled, He is Jehovah Shalom (the God that gives us Peace). Wh...
(The Boomerang Poem For My Mother, Mrs. Earnestine Carraway Jackson) Copyright 2008 By: “THE PO’ FOLK’S POET, Mr. Marion Obafemi And Inspired by God While flipping through the pages in the memory book of my mind I discovered something strange about this thing called time. I saw where you nursed me, burped me and watched me as I grew When I pressed rewind, on this thing called time, I noticed a change in you. With every passing day, as the sun shinned in my face, I began to bud and grow tall...
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 breakfast an...
Just imagine being hated Just because of your dreams. Imagine being excluded because of favor. It's what happened to Joseph. He was hated by his own brothers. Hate drove them to throw him into a pit, after deciding not to kill him. From there, he was sold onto slavery. From there, he was placed in a palace, falsely accused, and then placed in prison. All of this, but the Word still says that Joseph was favored by God. Joseph eventually got out of prison and became ruler of Pharaoh’s entire h...
*Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday And He died for all, that those who live should live no longer for themselves, but for Him who died for them and rose again. 2 Corinthians 5:15 Prayer: Father God, I am so thankful that You sent Your only Son, Jesus, to die for all. With the help of the Holy Spirit, I will no longer live for myself, but for Christ, Who died and rose again. Father, I give You all glory and praise! Confession: In Christ, I...
Some are raving about AI and other new modern efficiencies that are now becoming more well-known, but I think it is time to evaluate our future. There are some benefits of AI. 1 - AI will bring more automation to jobs, which will potentially lead to job displacement in some industries. 2 - AI is being used in healthcare to develop more accurate diagnoses and better treatments, potentially improving healthcare outcomes. 3 - AI is being used to improve customer experiences and service. 4 - AI is used to improve safety and identify potential safet...
Carroll, Neville, and Wossman High School graduates of 1972 recently held their combined 50th class reunion during Carroll High School homecoming festivities. Back together again, the former Carroll High School students were split between three schools during integration. The 1972 reunion was held fifty years later, and classmates rekindled that high school spirit after not seeing each other for 50 years. Old classmates fellowshipped at Whitley's Entertainment Center and worshipped at Liberty...
High school seniors interested in applying for the Irma DeTiege Scholarship, email information to [email protected]. Scholarship requirements: biographical essay, recent photograph, contact information, official GPA, high school transcript, class rank and ACT score. Deadline is May 15, 2023. The late legendary Irma Irma DeTiege, by God's amazing grace and mercy, helped many get through the race of life through her inspiration and fortitude. Thanks for your continuous support Mrs. Mattie...
Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing State Testing. I start my state testing this upcoming week, but by the time this column is in the newspaper, I'll have already finished my state testing. State testing can be extremely stressful; it determines whether you pass or not, which adds more to the stress and is exhausting. I wrote a column about state testing almost a year ago, but if not, then a year ago. But, here are a few things to do during your week of testing, 1. Wear comfortable...
1 Peter 2:24 | NKJV Who Himself bore our sins in His own body on the tree, that we, having died to sins, might live for righteousness—by whose stripes you were healed. Beloved how great a Price Jesus paid for the debt which we owned. His precious blood shed on Calvary, His beating, whipping, scourging, chastisement, and wounding Paid in Full once and for ALL, what we deserved. By His stripes we were Healed. It's ALREADY DONE!!! We can then become dead to sin and ALIVE to Righteousness. We b...
On Sunday April 23, 2023 at St. Peter Baptist Church in Monroe LA, in the absence of Pastor Brenda Porter Gaston, Rev. Elbert Taylor filled the pulpit delivering the sermon from John. 20:29, Faith in God/Overcomers. Jesus is telling us bless are they that have not seen, and yet believe, that is the power of the blessing, because when you are blessed trouble comes, heartaches come, disappointments comes, the attacks come, but you have to remember the power of the blessing, that, is your belief...
Don't be FOOLISH and wait until Mother's Day to express your love and appreciation for the woman that gave you LIFE. This is one of the most important writings I have ever been inspired with. It is dedicated to my mother as an expression of my love and dedication to her when she was showing the beginning signs of dementia which transitioned into Alzheimer's. I am sharing it in its entirety in hopes of touching the heart of those who still have their mother to inspire you to love her while you can because when she is gone it will be too late....
Dilcie Green began recruiting students to Southern University in 1965. The Maxwell House College Fair came to Detroit, MI every year, and Green would go and assist the staff from SU. Green has recruited over 5000 plus students to SU for over 58 years. She is a SU Football season ticket holder and always arrives in Baton Rouge on Thursdays before the football game to go to the different academic departments and check on students. Green would pick up SU information to take to Detroit area high sch...
Last week reports of another Black teen who was unjustly shot by a White man in Kansas City, Missouri, were shared worldwide. 16-year-old Ralph Yarl was shot by Andrew Lester, who fired two shots through the glass window of his front door, hitting Yarl in the head and the arm. Yarl, who was responsible for picking up his younger siblings, accidentally went to the wrong house. It is unfair Ralph had to receive the reaction he got by simply showing up at the wrong address. There is no excusable reason for him to have received the greeting he...
"There's More to the Story!" Show your appreciation and support for libraries by visiting your local community library during National Library Week, April 23-29! The theme for National Library Week 2023 is "There's More to the Story," illustrating the fact that in addition to the books in library collections, available in a variety of formats from picture books to large print, libraries offer so much more. You can check out at your local library items like DVD's, CD's, BCD's, ebooks, Playaway's...
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...
Lest we not forget the educational institutions which served and impacted students in ways only God knows and produced successful citizens, despite challenging environments, lack of up-to-date resources, and unfair separate and unequal laws. Before there were integrated high schools, there were many great institutions of learning, including Combs-McIntyre, Concordia, Eastside, Ester Toombs, Franklin Parish Training, Jackson, OLHC, Little Flower Academy, Jonesville Consolidated, G.W. Griffin,...
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 breakfast an...
It was a meeting of the minds when Rob Lloyd and Newtown's Clarence Sharp were together recently. Both are musical tacticians respected for the good work they do. It was certaintly a memorable moment in time....
John 11:25-26 | NKJV Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?” Oh Beloved be encouraged and be exceedingly GLAD! Be partakers of the Divine Nature. Be a benefactor of the Gospel! Receive the ZOE type of LIFE. Your Health is being Revived. Your Freedom is being Revived. Your marriage, family, children, career, business, finances, pursuits, Love, Joy...
During National Women's History Month, Phenomenal Women were honored on Friday March 31, 2023 at the Northeast LA Delta African American Heritage Museum in Monroe LA. Among the women honored Dr. Christy Allen Pleasant, Mrs. Latanga Blackson Councilwoman & Kema Dawson...
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 Family and Memorial Musical Macedonia No 2 Baptist Church 489 East Sibley Road Choudrant LA is Sunday May 28,2023 at 3 p.m. Guest Choirs and Soloists Will Render Selections. Homecoming/93rd Usher Anniversary Cuba Baptist Church 343 Blankston Rd. Bosco LA Annual Homecoming Program is Sunday May 7, 2023 at 11 am-93rd Usher Anniversary is Wednesday...
Gardening is a great hobby to take up; it gets you outside, burning calories, and produces rewarding results. Some plants are shade plants, others need sun, and yet even more plants are partial shade or sun! Some plants are just known to be easier to grow than others. GARDENING TIPS! Get A Head Start, Solid Soil & Dependable Drainage, Location, Timing & Type, The Perfect Plants for Beginners, Well-Watered, and Trim & Prune. Different varieties of plants will be on display Thursday April 20,...
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...
Romans 6:23 For the wages of in is death, but the FREE gift of God is eternal life, through Christ Jesus, our Lord. A man and his small son spent so much time together. He loved his son so much. They would take walks together. The father would carry the son on his shoulders sometimes. Whenever the young boy would hurt himself, he would run to his father. When he did, his father would wipe every tear. He took naps with his father whenever he was home. They were just inseparable. One day, the...
7th Appreciation Cuba Baptist Church 343 Blankston Rd. Bosco LA invites you to help them celebrate Pastor & wife Dr. & Mrs. Samuel Toney on Sunday April 2, 2023 at 11am. Guest minister is Pastor Curtis Allen of Hopewell Baptist Church. 27th Church Anniversary The Greater New Antioch Baptist Church Family takes this opportunity to invite you to share in the 27th Church Anniversary on Sunday, April 2, 2023-3:00pm guest minister is Pastor Tegitra Thomas First Missionary Baptist Church of Monroe LA....
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...
1 Thessalonians 5:23 | NKJV 23 Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. Oh Lord we thank you for SANCTIFYING us Completely!!! Keeping us PROTECTED AND BLAMELESS from harm, hurt, and damage seen and unseen!!! Amen!!! Let our “spirit” be “infused” by the HOLY SPIRIT. Cultivating Love, Joy, and Peace in every area of our life. Walk in the Spirit so that you may not fulfill...
What does the word mean to you? I can tell you exactly what it means to me. It means patience, love, hope, and loyalty. I come from an average size family, and we are all unique in our own different ways. We may fuss, but we are always going to be there for each other. Many people feel as though they must be around a large crowd or even that they must have many friends. I must admit, I use to be one of those people. Not as much as needing or wanting to be around a large crowd, but I did want to...
In the Bible, Jesus would sometimes speak in parables to others. He did this to make clearer the message He was trying to convey. This is what I am attempting to do with this article. There was a child who had a runny nose. The parents wiped his nose and kept going. The thing is- the child’s nose ran constantly and was accompanied by a persistent, strong cough. There was also a fever present, but the child’s parents refused to treat him, get medicine or take the child to be evaluated by a physician. The virus that was in the child, began to...
Copyright 2008 No problem too big, no river too wide No mountain too tall that can’t be climbed. No ocean too deep, no heat too hot No disease too deadly, no issue of blood that can’t be stopped. You have raised the dead, and given sight to the blind You have healed the sick, and restored my mind. You fed me when I was hungry, when I was thirsty you were water to drink You were my friend when I was lonely, when I’m troubled you are the thought I think. You’re my shelter in the time of a storm,...
I remember going to Subway restaurant and waiting in line with everyone else. I waited, to me, a lot longer than everyone else did. The line was moving at a great speed, and others were receiving their food quickly; but for some reason, it seemed as if the employee was looking over me. I began to get frustrated and wondered if the person was purposely making me wait. I mean, was I not as important as everyone else? Did she not see me? Was I in the right place? Did she forget about me? All sorts...
One of my favorite artists is Stevie Wonder. His talent is one of the clearest gifts from God I have ever witnessed. What is most remarkable to me is that the blind-since-birth star never used his disability to hinder him from becoming a great artist or human being. Despite his own shortcomings, he has an astute awareness of the world in which he lives without even laying eyes on it. That compassion is displayed in his music and philanthropic work. His album, Songs in the Key of Life, is one of my favorites. It was released in 1976 and was his...
A Masquerade Mardi Gras Ball was held Saturday, February 18, 2023 hosted by Lil C. J. Rock and Doughboy at the Monroe Civic Center. DJ Russ B handled the ones & twos keeping the festivities exciting all night long. The ladies were glamorous, dressed in ball gowns, and the brothers came correct in formal attire....
Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing Spring Break, spring break is approaching, and some of you may not have anything to do, so I am going to give you some things to do over your Spring Break. 1. Go on a picnic with friends, you can talk to your friends, eat delicious food, and enjoy the outdoors. 2. Start a new tv show, if you're into tv, starting a new show can give you something to look forward to during the break. 3. Movie night with friends, you all can pick a movie, bring...
1 Peter 5:6-7 | NKJV 6 Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, 7 casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you. God desires you to Humble yourself and Pray, Seek His face, and Turn from your wicked ways. To Humble yourself is not thinking “less” of yourself, but is thinking of yourself “LESS”!!! Oh My! God resist the proud, and gives more Grace to the Humble. He then EXALTS you in DUE TIME. Amen!!!TRUST AND BELIEVE!!! Beloved do not...
One of mankind's best secrets is a Black woman. Their beauty has stretched man's imagination for centuries. Being the most beautiful on earth, Black women create an excitement in the world that is enchanting. Black Women are beautiful, astonishing, loving, and of course, intelligent. Their charm, demeanor, and radiant skin have always turned heads. There is nothing in this world as beautiful as a Black woman like Misty Williams, whose beauty captivates the world....
God Is truly in the blessings business and rewards faithfulness and obedience. Celebrating her 94th Queen Bee Mrs. Johnnie Rodgers is real blessed and thankful 94 times over. Happy birthday Mrs. Johnnie Rodgers , love your children , grandchildren and all those who love you dearly!...
Where do I begin, as a young “gifted” black girl growing up in the South, things can be rough. I hesitate to say the word gifted simply because I am not big on labels. I used to put my head down whenever my mom would tell people I skipped kindergarten and was making straight A’s. I am not sure if I was hesitant about letting others know my educational gifts because it made me a target or simply because I wanted to keep it to myself. Growing up in a small town in the south, it was somet...
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...
Copyright 2012 It was 5:45, when I opened my eyes, and the first thing that I hear Was the melodic songs, of birds sounding the alarm, proclaiming that dawn was near. Their words were so clear, that they tickled my ears, and caused my heart to smile They said, “Open your eyes, and we’re sure you will find, strength to go the next mile”. One bird said, "Each day I am fed, and I store no food in a barn, I don't plant no crops, ain't punching no clock, but have shelter from the storms". "So, why are you, looking sad and blue, don't you know you'r...
