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Disclaimer: All persons are innocent until proven guilty. A man sought following an incident on Dunlop St. in Monroe, LA, on January 7, 2023, was apprehended from a tip of an individual. He was wanted for his involvement in the death of another local man. Monroe Police Department (MPD) recently announced that Rickey Rogers was at a residence on Rogers St. where police believed Xavier Givens, the wanted individual, was located. Givens was not at the residence, as he is being sought after in the...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. When a crime is committed, a swift arrest is a welcome relief both for the victim and the community. Not all arrests are quickly carried out, as circumstances often can have a lot to do with an impending arrest. For one local, the arrest of her alleged attacker may have taken longer than some, but she is relieved that he is now behind bars. In December 2021, a woman was involved in a domestic altercation with someone she once lov...
Lover's Hall in downtown Monroe, LA was a romantic Valentine's Day event held Tuesday, February 14, 2023. The celebration of love featured romantic dining, dancing, and the Taylor Made Band from Bastrop, LA....
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven. A local man who was a "person of interest" following the shooting death of 45-year-old Derrick Moore has now been identified. Monroe Police Department (MPD) shared a press release on Monday, February 13, 2023, identifying Calvert J. Antoine as the alleged suspect. Antoine was allegedly involved with another suspect in Moore's death at a southside convenience store on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Antione was charged with Second Degree...
Julian M. Gray, Sr. Julian Gray, Sr. was referenced in many articles as an "Education Giant". Julian was the first minority and product of Monroe City School System, who was promoted to the position of Assistant Superintendent and Interim Superintendent. In addition, Julian was the first Carroll High School graduate to become principal of his alma mater...Morris Henry Carroll High School....
Prime Time will transfer operations to INK at the end of the school year The Office of Head Start, through the Designation Renewal System (DRS), has named Innovative Network of Knowledge to provide Head Start services within Ouachita Parish. Prime Time Inc., which has operated the program for the past six years, will continue to provide services throughout the rest of the school year. Classes will continue as normal until the scheduled last day on May 25, 2023. As of June 1, 2023, the program will be the responsibility of Innovative Network of...
River Oaks High School hosted its Senior Night recently in Monroe, LA. River Oaks basketball player Ace Senior Samonte Williams was honored along with other Senior teammates. Williams obtained the 1000 points club distinction in just three seasons at River Oaks; he also played one season at Carroll High. Upon graduation, Williams looks to attend Louisiana State University at Alexandria. Congratulations Samonte Williams!...
Church-goers of all walks converged on the grounds of the Green Grove Baptist Church on Winnsboro Road in Monroe, LA, where Rev. Chardrick Turner is pastor, for a Black History Salute on Sunday, February 12, 2023, honoring gospel music trailblazer, Mother Mildred Turner. Mother Turner, 93, has been singing gospel music since her early years, entertaining imaginary audiences on the porch of her aunt and uncle's home in Richland Parish, LA....
The University of Louisiana Monroe Cultural Diversity Council and the Office of International Student Programs and Cultural Affairs present “A Black History Program” at 10 AM on Friday, February 24, at Bayou Pointe Event Center. The program will feature keynote speaker, Dr. Stephen Peters. Peters has spent 37 plus years in the education realm as a classroom teacher, assistant principal, principal, director of secondary education, and superintendent. Most of his experiences have been in schools with significant, quick growth, resulting in both n...
Monroe Housing Authority’s Youth Empowering Youth Program’s Black History Program. Join us Saturday February 18, 2023 at 11am at Henrietta Johnson community Center 2800 Berg Jones Ln. in Monroe LA....
Many that pledge their vows before God and man stay together till death do us part. They inevitably go 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 Melvin & Maurice Conway's love is the best kind, which is standing the test of time!...
Les Martinique presented Les Martinique Debutantes 2022 to finer womanhood recently. Les Martinique Debutantes 2022 were Brailyn S. Carter, Micaela J. Elmore, Mackenzie A. Johnson, Jacey D. Keys, Deahvionne J. Moore, Kennedy O. Pittman, Faith V. Porter, Chrishana M. Thomas, Alexis A. Williams & Mariana N. Wilson...
Little Flower Catholic Church in Monroe LA will have a one-day revival on Sunday March 5, 2023 at the 9am mass. The homecoming revival welcomes back all past church members and school students. Special guest is Father Art Anderson OFM from Gary IN....
True Vine Baptist Church in Monroe LA Black History Program is Sunday, February 26, at 6pm. Wossman High School Choir under the direction of Dezsiray Sullivan and Queens of Tomorrow under the direction of Jessica Washington (Elisha Wilkinson, Founder) will be special guests, ”Standing Together Everything Matters!” Rev. Dr. Stonewall Hunter, Jr. is Pastor....
The combined 1972 classes of Carroll, Neville and Wossman High Schools held their combined 50th class reunion at the Carroll High School homecoming festivities September 30 - October 2, 2022. The former Carroll High School students were split between three schools during integration. 50 years later, the 1972 reunion was held, and classmates rekindled that high school spirit after not seeing each other for 50 years.1972 Classmates fellowshipped at Whitley's Entertainment Cente...
On Thursday, February 9, 2023, Carver McDonald Branch Library in Monroe LA was soapy clean and smelling like apples, honey and sweet peas. Those are a few of the scents from Sade's Homemade Soaps that makes your skin smile. Save the date and be at the library for their NEXT exciting presentation on March 16, 2023 at 11 am. The topic will be announced soon. Carver-McDonald Branch Manager is Joyce Powell....
Disclaimer: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. According to police reports, a suspect is being sought for allegedly firing shots at MPD officers who were in the vicinity of South 12th Street near Parkview St. in Monroe, LA. The shooting occurred in the 1600 block of South 12th Street on Sunday, February 5, 2023. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for the arrest or conviction by a grand jury of the alleged shooter. Law enforcement authorities say that Issazavian Webb...
In light of the recent attention given to long-standing work issues involving Monroe City Schools cafeteria employees, Monroe City Schools Board members are looking for solutions to adequately address those issues. The problems that cafeteria workers face are long hours on their feet, understaffing, no personal break time, issues keeping the cafeteria clean, low pay for many, and perhaps just a little recognition from their bosses. The Monroe Dispatch is doing a series of articles highlighting issues that employees say are prevalent in the...
Super Bowl LVll will take place on Sunday, February 12, 2023 in Glendale, AZ, featuring a historic match up between two Black starting quarterbacks, Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes. Super Bowl LVll will be a great game against two great teams and two great quarterbacks!...
Anderson Cheffin Jr., 80, was born April 14, 1942. Cheffin went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 5, 2023. He was a talented All-American football player for both Carroll High School and Grambling State University. He was also a United States Army Veteran, of which he received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and Vietnam Service Medal. After honorably serving his country, Cheffin worked and retired from Manville Forest Products in West Monroe, LA. His...
Disclamer: All persons are innocent until proven guilty. A local man is dead. A Ruston woman is facing charges for allegedly knowing who the killer is as police officers search the area. According to police reports, the woman allegedly left Ruston and traveled to Monroe with an unknown female friend after allegedly being told that her female friend's mother had been battered. Derrick Moore, 45, was in a southside business on Sunday, February 5, 2023, when an unknown male entered the business...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Monroe Police are looking for a second individual who was recently involved in a deadly altercation at a convenience store. One alleged suspect has been identified as Xavier Givens but has not been arrested. Police believe he is the brother of Jarvis Johnson, the other individual involved in the shooting. MPD responded to a deadly altercation Tuesday, February 7, 2023, in the 1200 block of Winnsboro Rd. in Monroe, LA, that...
Wossman High School in Monroe, LA celebrated Senior Night on Friday, February 3, 2023 at the George "Vamp" Belton Sports Complex. Wossman Golden Girls, cheerleaders, boys and girls varsity basketball graduating Seniors were recognized and honored by their parents and school....
At the 60th Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Louisiana District Conference, Brother Richard D. Smith was presented the Legacy Award for his visionary guidance, leadership, service, commitment, and countless contributions to the Louisiana District for service as District Director. Brother Smith received the Legacy Award in Baton Rouge, LA on January 21, 2023. Congratulations Brother Richard D. Smith!...
Salute to Learles "Diddy Bop" Lloyd, who was one of the first Black bail bondsmen to service Monroe, LA....
The local Monroe Chapter of the NAACP appears to be moving forward following the controversy of last year's election of officers, as Rev. Ambrose Douzart was elected to another term. The controversy came about as numerous individuals who had signed up as new members said that they were denied the opportunity to have their voices heard through their vote on who they wanted to have as president. Douzart's biggest challenger seems to have been community activist Marie Brown, who spoke to the...
One of the best barbeque pit masters in Monroe LA is Barbeque Pit Master George Potter. He is a master griller who prides himself on the product he grills. Tasting is believing while George is consistent in delivering grilled flavorful meats....
"Tawanna James and The Gloria Chorus will present their annual Black History Cantata Saturday, Feb. 18 at Greater New Antioch Baptist Church at 6PM with the theme: "How Can We Not Keep Singing!". Special musical guests will include soloist Irene Boyd; the Monroe, LA Chapter of the GMWA; and others. We will honor our Pillar in Music Award recipients as well as posthumously honor the legacy of persons that impacted the local music community in the past. Admission is free; and all are welcome to come and rejoice with us! We hope to see you...
Host Al Derry’s a one night trip on Saturday March 4, 2023 to Oklahoma`s Largest Casino, The WinStar World Casino in Thackerville, OK for $169 per person. Rooms are near the casino (double occupancy). $69.00 deposit per person due Feb 11, 2023 or until bus is full. Balance due Feb 18, 2023. Interested please contact Al Derry 318-789-9690. First come, First served, limited seating....
The Monroe City Schools District is very aware that there are some pressing concerns involving the food/lunch program in its schools. Not only is there the issue of proper and adequate staffing at school cafeterias, but now the issue concerning the quality of food served may be of significance too. Nonetheless, sources believe school board leadership needs to look further. The Monroe Dispatch ran an article detailing the concerns of cafeteria workers who have to work many days and long hours...
Disclaimer All persons are innocent until proven guilty. According to police reports, one or more individuals were reported to have fired shots at officers of the Monroe Police Department (MPD). The alleged incident took place around Kingsway Apartments in Monroe, LA. Monroe Police said the shooting took place Saturday, January 28, 2023. It is unclear if the officers involved were on regular patrol or if they were responding to a call. There also appeared to be no witnesses to the shooting or...
Hershell West was born on July 8, 1941 to the late Horace West and Emmaline C. Brice in Rayville, LA. West departed this life on Saturday, January 28, 2023. He grew up in Rayville, receiving his elementary and secondary education. West was a math whiz, an exemplary student, and a phenomenal basketball player. Coach Hershell West was a basketball player and coach. He played basketball at Eula D. Britton in his hometown of Rayville, LA, and won the Louisiana State AA Championship in 1959. After...
Disclaimer: All persons are innocent until proven guilty. Friendship is a precious commodity worth more than its weight in gold. Friendship can be earned from just one meeting or over a period of time. In any form, friendship should come with a level of trust in one another that makes the relationship worthwhile. A Monroe woman may have thought that she had that in a male acquaintance, only to find out that she was betrayed. The unidentified southside resident was at home when there was a knock...
I believe in giving honor to whom honor is due. For this past Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. week in our country, and every day, I salute him! I honor him with his own words. After hearing many of his speeches and various quotes, I noticed the main themes throughout his work are service, love, knowing your worth, freedom, equality, and victory. A minister of the word of God, chosen by God, who heard the cries of oppressed African-American people suffering from Jim Crow laws in the...
"Creating a Lasting Legacy" exhibition reception was held Friday January 20, 2023 at Masur Museum of Art at 1400 S. Grand St. in Monroe, LA, featuring live music from songstress CoCo York. The exhibition displayed the art collection of Cheryl and Will Sutton, featuring exquisite works of art by African American artists from the 20th and 21st centuries. There is surely a passion and purpose for art in our lives! Photo:...
On Friday, January 27, 2023, Wellspring Alliance and staff celebrated the retirement of Mrs. Florece Staten for her service and commitment to the organization. Among those in attendance were her husband Claude "Top Dog" Staten, family, friends, and colleagues. Congratulations Florece on your retirement - wishing you the best!...
James "Shack" Harris was the first Black Quarterback to start in an NFL (National Football League), with a playing career from 1969 to 1981. Harris originally began his front office career in 1987 when he joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as a scout, a position he would hold for six years (1987-92). He then moved on to the New York Jets and served as the team's assistant general manager from 1993-96. In 1997, Harris was named the director of pro personnel for the Baltimore Ravens. He was a member...
It was senior night at Neville High School in Monroe LA on January 31, 2023. Neville Lady Tigers honored seniors A'Keyla Howard, Stalee Simmons and T'Kirra Willis at their final home game....
The Radio People's Platform and Polyester 70's Party was Saturday January 21, 2023 at Bayou Pointe at ULM in Monroe LA. 70's partygoers danced the night away to the Meet the Press Band. Radio People's Mix 100.1 the Beat was the master of ceremony....
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....
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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....
