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The old saying, "look before you leap" are wise words that we all should not only consider before we are about to do something regrettable but also in times when we should reconsider. The consequences are not often worth our actions. A local man is facing a possible prison sentence following his arrest after he allegedly fired a weapon at a couple Saturday, March 12, 2022 in a local hotel room. Suspect Larry Mitchell, 28, of Monroe, is alleged to have gone to a motel on Martin Luther King Jr....
2 Corinthians 5:8 KJV - "We are confident, I say and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord." Missionary Rosie Lee Scott-Augurson, affectionately known by family and friends as Peggy, peacefully transitioned from earth to eternity with her Heavenly Father at home in Monroe, LA, on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at the age of 91. With humble acceptance of God's will, her family asks all to join them in the celebration of Missionary Augurson's life. Visitation is...
Recently there was a heart-wrenching and disturbing sight of a Bastrop Police officer dragging a homeless woman to his cruiser that is causing outrage. The victim's family and community are speaking out on the unfair injustice. 58-year-old Patrice D. Ukeju was shown on a video recording Capt. Gerald Givens, as he dragged her on the ground, her pants and undergarments were allegedly around her ankles. The family was very distraught and angry with the way Ukeju was handled, and they are calling for an investigation into the matter. A family membe...
Members of the Monroe Chapter of Southern University Alumni Federation Celebrated Founder's Day Service at Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church in Monroe LA on Sunday, March 13, 2022. The Southern University System and the Monroe Chapter of Southern University is celebrating 142 years of "Honoring History, Celebrating Excellence, and Embracing Vision."...
Mayor Friday Ellis and the City of Monroe are excited to welcome Lakeysha Bullock to the position of Contract and Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) Facilitator. Lakeysha previously served as Airport Security Coordinator for the Monroe Regional Airport. Lakeysha, a Winnsboro native, graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management with a minor in Business. Lakeysha has worked with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development assisting a...
The Monroe City School District honored Wossman Lady Wildcats 2022 Louisiana 3A State Champions on Tuesday March 15, 2022 at their regular school board meeting. Wossman Lady Wildcats Players, Coaches, Monroe City School Board Members and Monroe Federation President pictured Sandie Lollie, Rick Saulsberry, Betty Cooper, Jennifer Haneline, Brandon Johnson, Sharon Greer, Superintendent Brent Vidrine, Te'Asia Martin, Kimberly Boatwright, Ka'Myia Dennis, Ashuna Warren, Anyra Wilson, Ramiah Augurson,...
On Sunday March 13, 2022 during morning worship, Pastor Elbert Taylor filled the pulpit at St. Peter Baptist Church in Monroe LA where Rev. Brenda Porter Gaston is Pastor. Pastor Taylor delivered a message of hope, inspiration and encouragement. Pastor Taylor was well received by the congregation while giving young and old a reason to look ahead and not behind....
Mr. Wilson Winston well known as "Mr. WT" to all his fellow students and community. On March 22, 2022, my grandfather will be turning 100 years old, I Krashondra Winston, believe he's one of the oldest residents of Saint Joseph LA and maybe even Tensas Parish still living. He was Army Private in World War II . He also was a bus driver for the former Tensas Rosenwald School where he drove his students on a well-known bus Geronimo, here in Saint Joseph for many years until retiring from the...
Legendary Irma DeTiege was a nobody who became somebody. She emerged from the obscure cottonfields of Riverton LA to Monroe LA. She was a very poor girl who grind to shine. Irma DeTiege was one of you. She believed in who she saw in the mirror, while God's Grace and Mercy showed in the things she accomplished. We celebrated her legacy by honoring deserving students with a scholarship in her memory. Thanks to all who've donated to the Irma DeTiege Scholarship Fund. Your kindness is always...
“Rally to Demand Transparency & Accountability Harvey Benoit Community Center 1700 Oaklawn Dr. Monroe LA on Thursday March 17, 2022 at 12pm...
Carolyn Williams, curator of the Quilted History Museum near El Dorado, will share her family history from times of slavery, using quilts and other artifacts to illustrate her talk. "So much of Black people's history is told through quilts," she says. Carolyn Smith-Williams, born in Strong, AR. Attended Gardner High School in Strong. She is an Alumni of AM&N in Pine Bluff, AR. She is retired from the United States Navy. In 1999 she founded The Quilted History, an organization dedicated for the...
The former head of the Louisiana State Troopers Agency testified before the recently convened special House committee that is taking a further look into the details surrounding the death of Ronald Greene. Former LSP Supt. Kevin Reeves, who was head of the agency when Greene died after being arrested by Troopers, said that he “didn’t believe” that there was a coverup by LSP officials who handled Greene’s case. Reeves said that there was “no coverup” under his watch, even though he said that his knowledge of all that was done in the investigati...
Harry Lamar Anderson Jr. is a West Monroe High School Graduate with a Bachelors of Business Administration from Northwood University and a Masters of Business Administration from Bethel University. Anderson has qualified to run for Alderman at Large in West Monroe LA. He has over twenty five years of business experieness. Anderson has military experience. As a minister he is a man of faith, has integrity, he is honest, trustworthy, committed and passionate about making West Monroe great. His...
6-2023 School Year Registration March 21-24, 2022- Math Science Technology-Title 1 Distinguished School -Top Elementary School in District Standardized Test Scores -Fine Arts and Music * Math Lab * Science Lab * Computer Lab * Physical Education * Accelerated Reading/Math * Gifted & Talented Program * Band, Choir & Orchestra * Robotics Club * Book Club * National Elementary Honor Society-More Info please call Tricia Nolan 318.322.8976...
This weekend March 4-6, 2022, was very violent, with many shootings happening in and near Monroe, LA. There seems to be no end in sight, and many are trying to process why so much gun violence is happening here. On Friday, March 5, 2022, Edward Patrick was an alleged victim of a shooting in Monroe. Also, on Friday, March 4, 2022, an alleged shooting occurred on South 9th St. in Monroe involving juveniles where one or more were shot and hospitalized. Sources tell the Monroe Dispatch that numerous...
My son was admitted to St. Francis Medical Center in January 2022. This is a faith-based facility whose motto is "Where passion for people and healthcare come together." I was informed that he was admitted and diagnosed with acute systolic heart failure and acute liver failure. I was also told that this was a serious condition and that his condition was touch and go, and he was not expected to recover. He was receiving oxygen therapy because his breathing was compromised. While undergoing oxygen treatments, I asked if his condition worsened if...
A vocal group of Monroe city workers tell the Monroe Dispatch that Mayor Friday Ellis appears to have reneged on a promise to do something about temporary employees at city hall. Sources share with the Monroe Dispatch that Ellis allegedly made an announcement over a year ago that the city would “reduce” the number of temporary employees employed by the city, but this has not materialized. There are allegedly many temporary employees working for the city long past the 90-day clause that calls for those employees to be converted over to full-time...
On Saturday, February 26, 2022 Tawanna James along with chorus members Henrietta Woods and Dana McFee Williams presented The Gloria Chorus Black History Cantata at the Greater New Antioch Baptist Church of Monroe. The cantata was themed "Whom Shall I Fear?" and choral as well as gospel selections were presented with sounds reminiscent of the 60's, 70's, and 80's. The passionate spirit-filled evening included plenty of rejoicing, hand clapping, and attendees singing along as well as standing to...
The dedication of the Linda Faye Wilson Comanche Senior Room was at the Emily P. Robinson Community Center, 3504 Jackson St., Monroe LA on Saturday, February 26, 2022.. Faye, as she was often referred to, was a lifetime member of the Atkins Quarter community and a longtime employee at the Robinson Center. Her family, community members, and friends paid tributes to the late Linda Faye Wilson Comanche with her art works which are on display at the center. Her memory and spirit will always be...
It had a fairy tale kind of feeling, and Earline Knox was in a fog all night fighting back the tears. A surprise party was thrown for her, GSU alum Friday, February 25, 2022, to celebrate her tireless humanitarian work and support to mankind in general. The event was hosted in the home of Mr. Cleo and award-winning internist Dr. Alyce Adams who graciously entertained an intimate group of 26 local and out-of-town well-wishers. Partygoers included international artist Don Cincone, KNOE newscaster...
Continued from February 24, 2022 Betty Ward Cooper Betty performs other community volunteer service work that includes President of the Board of Control (Trustees) for the Ouachita Parish Public Library System; President of the Louisiana Federation of Democratic Women (LFDW). She serves as a Northeast Louisiana liaison with Power Coalition for Equity & Justice and NAACP Legal Defense Fund. Serves on the Planning Committee - Mayor's Friday Ellis' City of Monroe Early Childhood Initiative. She...
The Ouachita Parish Fire Department is proud to announce that its fire rating has been upgraded from a Class “4” to a Class “3”. This upgrade is expected to reduce the cost of insurance in Ouachita Parish, outside the city limits of Monroe and West Monroe. The new rating takes effect March 4, 2022. The Property Insurance Association of Louisiana (PIAL) recently notified Fire Chief Patrick Hemphill of the upgraded rating that resulted from a survey of the OPFD completed in 2021. The PIAL’s “public fire protection survey” is an in-depth eval...
A Monroe family is in mourning, as the body of their loved one was discovered behind a local motel Monday morning, February 28, 2022. Monroe Police say the body of 53-year-old Warren Douglas Swan was found about 9:00 AM by a passerby who alerted MPD to where Swan's body was found. Family members said that MPD contacted them at about 11:00 AM that Swan's body was found. The area where the body was found is close to where an automobile dealership is located. As of press time, family members told...
Sources tell the Monroe Dispatch that many Monroe citizens who utilize Monroe Transit to go from point A to point B are not that thrilled about the service. It is not so much about the city providing the service, but it is, they say, the company that is running Monroe Transit. The entity, First Transit which is charged with the overall operation of Monroe Transit, has been a fixture of controversy almost from the moment Monroe chose the company to operate the city's transit system. First Transit...
Life is fragile and should be handled with care as tomorrow is not promised. All will face the great darkness sooner or later without warning or notice. According to police reports, police discovered a deceased White male on the floor after being summoned to a home invasion on Friday, February 25, 2022, at McKeen Plaza in Monroe, LA. Witnesses told police that the victim was allegedly hit with a chair to the head. Witnesses also identified Christopher L. Thomas as the suspect who hit the victim...
There is a B.A.L.M. in Monroe, LA - A Balanced Approach to Lower the violent crime and Murder rate in Monroe. A collaborative plan that every citizen, elected and appointed official, clergy, and organization can participate in to help improve the image of Monroe while inspiring at-risk males to take more responsibility for their actions and respect the lives of others. For more information call 318-418-9162....
Former NFL head coach Hue Jackson and current Grambling State University (GSU) football coach has come under intense criticism for his controversial decision to hire Art Briles as a coach on the Tigers football team. Jackson had only hired Briles for a week as the team's offensive coordinator before receiving a torrent of criticism that has put the famed school on the map for the wrong reasons. Before coming to Grambling, Briles was a well-known football coach who had a very successful career at Baylor University. He became embroiled in one of...
A Black History Banquet was held at Mount Zion Baptist Church Life Center Saturday, February 26, 2021 honoring Legendary Senior Pastors of Ouachita Parish for 20+ years of service to the church. Oliver Billups Jr., Van H. Brass, Ike Byrd, William Cann, Steven Conley, Wesley Daniels, D.Q. Fields (retired), James Howard, Clarence Jackson, A.B. Davis Johnson Sr., James B. Johnson, Lawrence Martin, Rodney McFarland Sr., Charles Miles retired, Reuben Oliver Sr., John Perry, Brenda Porter, Lorenzo...
P.E.E.P. President Kenneth Wilson recognized Attorney George Britton for serving on P.E.E.P.'s Advisory Board and as a platinum sponsor for over 20 years recently. Attorney Britton is a servant in the community in many capacities and P.E.E.P. is honored to have him be part of helping the organization bring light to dark places for the betterment of the community....
At the Northeast Louisiana Delta African American Heritage Museum, Mr. Elvin L. Shields Jr. displayed two of his artworks entitled "An 18th Century Slave Loggers Camp and Exodus" depicting the African American experience on Cane River cotton plantations in Natchitoches Parish on Saturday February 26, 2022 a in Monroe LA. He spoke on his experiences as a child of sharecroppers and as a twisted wire toy maker from 1953-1964. He started making toys at the age of 5. He discussed his two books entitl...
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...
The first Black Miss Monroe Carroll Jean Wooten Barnes will grace the Renaissance Movement Committee Black History Parade in Monroe LA Saturday March 5, 2022 on Float Spinworks Keller Williams Anfennee Galloway....
MEMPHIS, TN –Weekend Getaway dates April 29- May 1, 2022, package includes; 2 nights stay at the Drury Inn in Southaven, MS; free buffet breakfast; 3 free happy hour drinks; free evening buffet (daily). Walking distance to restaurants and shopping. Activities include, National Civil Rights Museum, Bealle Street, Stax Museum of American Soul Music tour, Slave Haven Underground Railroad tour. Tickets not included in package. Stax Museum Tickets Adult $11.50 Senior $10.50 Children under 17, $8.50. Slave Haven Museum tour Adult $11, Children $8. N...
Luke 10:25-37 There is a popular phrase many Church leaders say, and that’s, “Turn to your neighbor and say…..!” It calls for others to tell those near them, whatever the leader specifically says. Most times, it’s an echo of something positive. It's okay, but what about turning to our neighbors for real, and not just telling them, but showing them (in action), what God says for real? Now more than ever, the doors of the Church should be open. You do know YOU ARE the Church right? The doors of your heart should be opened widely, loving Go...
We are told that a law enforcement officer can lie to you in order for you to admit to a wrongdoing. Yes, the courts allows that. And it is not uncommon for officers to lie just like anyone else if they don’t want to admit the truth. But somehow, when it comes to getting the truth from law enforcement officers, numerous roadblocks materialize to prevent the truth from being known. On the other hand, law enforcement will ask the public to come forward and be a witness in order to solve a crime. “Help us” to fight crime we are told. But when...
Former Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) member Charles Theus is once again back in his old position as Executive Director of the organization after board members voted to rehire him. Theus was fired back in September 2021 for alleged “poor performance” in his position by SEDD in a move that may have caught some, if not many city residents by surprise. The organization has come under some tough times, as it has been locked out of its regular meeting place because of issues dealing with funds that have been under scrutiny by the cit...
In what should have been one of the most exciting times in a young child's life, a fight occurred in their presence and is perhaps a scene that will linger with them years from now. A Monroe City Academy League (MCAL) sponsored championship basketball game between 8-9 year old girls was held at Marbles Community Center in Monroe, LA on Saturday, February 19, 2022, but ended badly. The game ended with the Academy Bulldogs/Tigers winning by a 9-8 score, but the game was all about young little girls playing a game, just having some fun. Once the...
Neighbors and citizens were upset when police investigating an alleged shooting had neighbors edgy when police blocked off the Green Acres neighborhood. They were not allowed to go home as police blocked them from driving into their community on Friday, February 18, 2022, in south Monroe, LA. Sources allege numerous firearm shots were fired around the Parkview Apartments area. Officials have been quiet about what transpired. With the strong police presence on Jackson St. to Richwood Rd. #2, residents were perplexed about how serious the...
It is with our deepest sorrow that we inform you of the passing of our loved one, Mr. Lawrence Augurson Sr., who departed this life on February 15, 2022, in Dallas, TX following a lengthy illness. Mr. Augurson was always an advocate for civil rights and an appropriate example of this was his participation in the Million Man March on Washington DC in October of 1995. He was very proud of his work in the community as it relates to increasing voter registration. Known for his ability as a great spe...
In the Black community, sometimes our family name and reputation are what gets us in and out of certain situations; at times those situations can be stressful or dangerous, while at other times they can be light-hearted and interesting. Local educator and comedian Darrell Comanche once found himself in a situation where his name and reputation led him to meet a very well-known actor and comedian who just recently passed away. Comanche was given the opportunity to perform at the world-famous...
6 Monroe Housing Authority Youth Empowering Youth Leadership Program where the Theme was: "Remember our past, allows us to see a Bright Future!" The Youth Empowering Youth programs, offered by Opportunity Now, and sponsored through the Monroe Housing Authority STEPS Program, teach participating teens about character, leadership, goal-seeking, and community service. YEY participants are Shakira Burton, Trinity Johnson, Jakaleb Ellington, Jusytce Hewitt, Erika Hewitt, Destiny Long, and...
On Saturday February 19, CoCo York gave an All-Star Mardi Gras performance at the Flying Tiger Brewery in Monroe LA. CoCo's before the Mardi Gras Parade was outstanding with thundering applause and numerous accolades. Supporting CoCo was Alyce Adams and Cheryl Sutton....
Legendary Irma DeTiege was a nobody who became somebody. She emerged from the obscure cottonfields of Riverton LA to Monroe LA. She was a very poor girl who grind to shine. Irma DeTiege was one of you. She believed in who she saw in the mirror, while God's Grace and Mercy showed in the things she accomplished. We celebrated her legacy by honoring deserving students with a scholarship in her memory. Thanks to all who've donated to the Irma DeTiege Scholarship Fund. Your kindness is always...
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...
Ms. Consuela Marquise Hunter, a democrat is thrilled to announce her candidacy as alderwoman for the town of Rayville, district eighteen. She is a LIFETIME resident in the town of Rayville, Louisiana. She is the daughter of Mrs. Irma Lee Holmes Curry Hunter and the late Albert Charles Hunter. I am the granddaughter of the late Mrs. Ollie Jackson Jones, Ms. Rosie B. Turner, Mr. Julius Holmes, and Mr. Dennis Hunter, Sr. Sister to Michael Serone Sr. and Linda Gayle Curry. A single parent of one...
Tawanna James and The Gloria Chorus present their 2022 Black History cantata Saturday, Feb. 26 at 6 PM at the Greater New Antioch Baptist Church, 301 Sherrouse Ave., Monroe, LA. The theme for this event is "Whom Shall I Fear?" and is both open and free to the public. Masks are required and social distancing will be observed. Donations may be shared via CashApp ($QueensDaughter44) and PayPal ([email protected]). Feel free to bring your tambourines, maracas, washboards, or other noisemakers...
Please join us by planning to attend the dedication of the Linda Faye Wilson Comanche Senior Room at the Emily P. Robinson Community Center, 3504 Jackson St., Monroe LA on Saturday February 26, 2022 at 11:00am. 'Faye,' as she was often referred as, was a lifetime member of the Atkins Quarter community and a longtime employee at the Robinson Center. Members of the community and the general public are encouraged to attend this dedication....
Continued from Feb. 17, 2022 In 2000, Betty began volunteering and became the consummate community organizer. She wholeheartedly believes that people can change their communities through civic engagement and the power of the vote. She initiated and supported voter registration drives throughout Ouachita Parish and other areas of the state of Louisiana to register citizens as voters emphasizing the importance of voter power to bring about the change people want and deserve to have in their...
Edward Charles Fountain 65, died February 22, 2022, Memorial Services are Thursday March 3, 2022 at 11am, at Mulhearn Funeral Chapel 2308 Sterlington Rd. Monroe LA. Signing of book 10-11am...
E'Tavia Yvette Davis was born on November 13, 2000 to Charlon Y. Brown and Eddie J. Davis Jr. in Monroe LA . She was baptized at an early Age at St. Joe Baptist Church by Pastor Rueben L Oliver. E'Tavia attended Lincoln Elementary , Ouachita Jr. High and Ouachita Parish High Schools. At Lincoln, E'Tavia was a member of the Lincoln Jewel Dance Team while holding the title of Miss Lincoln for three years. In her early teen years, E'Tavia was a member of the the Ouachita Jr. High Track Team while s...
