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Larry Prater was a guy, if you ever met Larry Prater, you would never forget him. He had an incredible personality and had never met a stranger. The news of his passing spread faster than a wildfire because he had a special way with his community of Bastrop, LA. Prater was a favorite son many knew. He happily served as a Bastrop City Councilman and was in his second term at the time of his death. He was a workaholic, always on the move trying to make the most of the opportunities given to him....
The 10th Annual Session of the Greater Louisiana Baptist Convention was held July 9-12, 2022 in Monroe LA at True Vine Baptist Church in Monroe LA, Host Pastor Dr. Stonewall Hunter Jr. Greater Louisiana Baptist Convention President Dr. Leo D. Cyrus, Rev. William E. Ross V.P. at Large, Congress President Dr. Ricky Carter, Women's President Sister Gloria Clayton and Congress Dean Rev. Eddie J. Douzart lll were convention speakers at the 10th session. Congress classes were taught to strengthen...
Southern University Alumni Federation/Monroe Chapter held their scholarship reception on Saturday July 16, 2022at the G.B. Cooley Building in Monroe LA. 2022 Southern University (SU) Scholarships were awarded to Makayla Barnes Richwood High School, Jaioni Hunter Neville High School, Keith Jackson Jr. & Winston Sanders Ouachita Parish High School and Timothy Player Carroll High School....
Students and parents interested in Shreveport Job Corps Center are invited to attend its Back to School “Open House and Resource Fair” on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 from 10 AM-2 PM. The event is themed “Let’s TACO ‘Bout Shreveport Job Corps” and will be held in their gymnasium located at 2815 Lillian Street, Shreveport, LA 71109. Masks are required. Shreveport Job Corps Center is in the historical Queensborough neighborhood near Cross Lake in Shreveport, Louisiana. Some students live on campus, while others commute to the Center each day. The Ce...
The Monroe-Ouachita Chapter of Grambling University National Alumni Association presents the 20th Annual Evening with GSU Athletic Department on Thursday, August 25, 2022 6:00 P.M. at the Monroe Civic Center BD Robinson Room. The first 100 guests will receive a free appetizer from Texas Roadhouse (West Monroe, LA). For ticket(s) and other information, contact Ezzard Burton at 318-680-9057 or Larry Mason at 318-503-5189. There will be several door prizes and silent auction items. The two major door prizes will include 2 season tickets and 2...
Many athletes came out of Bryant's Addition in Monroe LA. These men who were boys grew up, played, shot marbles, jumped fences together back in the 1960's. When they became high school age, they worked out every summer, getting ready for football season at Johnson Recreation Center. Many played football while others preferred basketball, some participated in other school activities. They all attended two schools Richwood or Carroll High Schools and were fierce rivals on the field, yet friends...
St. James Baptist Church Sterlington LA celebrated Pastor and Wife Richard and Meltida Wilson for eleven faithful years of spreading the good news of Jesus on Sunday July 17, 2022. Special guest was Rev. Vincent Butcher associate minister at Faith Harvest Baptist Church in Monroe LA. St. James gives thanks for our good shepherds!...
Hello Everyone! This week, I'm going to be discussing being yourself. As a teenager, growing up you want to fit in with the crowd and be like everyone else, so people will like you. My advice to you trying to fit in is just be yourself. I know it may be difficult, because you may think you'll lose your friends, and no one will like you, but people will appreciate you more if you're yourself. If you’re not yourself, how will you know who you truly are? By being yourself, you'll find more p...
Two groups who are most vulnerable to gun violence are young Black men 17 times as likely to be killed with a gun and older white men who are six times likely to die by suicide....
The Monroe City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 12, 2022, was canceled by the Ellis administration. In an announcement released by city hall, a statement read that the meeting was canceled due to not having a quorum of council members attending. The announcement further mentioned that the meeting would be rescheduled for Monday, July 25, 2022, at 4:30 PM in the Council Chamber of the City Hall Building in Monroe. All items on the agenda would be acted upon as previously published. The late announcement may have city council watchers...
Hearts are saddened by the passing of Beverly "Baby Ann" Slack. "Baby Ann" was once a Richwood High School Basketball Superstar. When she played on the basketball court, she played with fierce energy and zeal. Usually fans would only come to see the boys play, but when Beverly played basketball the gym was always packed. Many people came an hour before the Richwood basketball games began just to see her warm up! She was well known by those young and old. "Baby Ann" went home to be with the Lord...
Grief can be a hard thing, especially grief after a tragic loss. It can be doubly difficult when a parent has to bury a child. God's grace has been with Terri Ethridge her entire life and has been a significant part of what has brought her peace in the past few days. Last week, Wednesday, July 6, 2022, her son, Basheen Hutchinson, was shot. Hutchinson, 23, was sitting with some friends in his car in front of his home like they had done so many times before, only this time a gun allegedly went of...
Life is very fragile, and we never know when our last day will be. Things happen so fast, especially situations that extend beyond what we can control. There will be a time when things don't happen as we expect, but we must all run our race to the very end. No one knew that Saturday, July 9, 2022, would be Terrance Harris' last day living as he died unexpectedly. Let this be a simple reminder to live every day as if it's the last. Farewell Terrance! His funeral services are Wednesday, July 20,...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. In an incident that is still very common in Louisiana, a local Ouachita Parish man has been arrested in connection with the murder of his former girlfriend. Local law enforcement officials say that 25-year-old Jarvis D. Taylor was charged with Second Degree Murder in the death of Ebony L. Lewis in the Town and country area of Ouachita Parish. Taylor, according to Monroe/West Monroe and the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office said...
Mary Ann Drummer departed this life on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at Ouachita Healthcare Rehabilitation Center. Sister Drummer was born February 8, 1932, in Rayville, LA. She accepted Christ at an early age. She loved the Lord with all her heart. She was faithful member of Friendship Baptist Church. She served on the Mission board and Pastor's Aide Committee. She retired from ULM f/k/a Northeast Louisiana University after 26 years of service. Mary Ann affectionately known as "Mom" lived in the...
“Our Children, My Top Priority!” Betty Ward-Cooper, Monroe City School Board Member for District 5, announced that she would seek a second term in the upcoming election on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Qualifying is next week—July 20, 21, and 22. She first ran to represent District 5 because she was very concerned about the lack of student achievement, lack of Board accountability and transparency, lack of salaries for our teachers and staff, and lack of stakeholder input. After winning the elect...
Owl Street Neighborhood Ministry celebrated its 48th Annual Founders' Day and Scholarship Awards on Sunday July 10, 1011 at St. Timothy Baptist Church in Monroe LA Guest was Rev. Wesley Daniel and King Solomon Baptist Church in Monroe LA...
Franklin Parish: not many people know where it is, and most don't care to know. What makes the small parish so unique and exciting is its people, especially Sheriff Kevin Cobb. Born and raised there, he has always remained loyal to his small town. He's served the parish for 30 years, 10 of those as its Sheriff, and he's dedicated his position and title to making each city in the parish better. This article isn't about his career as just the Sheriff of Winnsboro but about becoming the 77th Presid...
COVID-19 created some menacing health challenges that kept Pastor Albert L. Woods away from active attendance and participation at his beloved Pine Hill Baptist Church in Rayville, LA. It has been over two and a half years, since the beloved pastor has been at church, but on Sunday, July 10, 2022, the congregation witnessed one of God's frontline soldiers, standing on His word as he was in attendance and stood up out of his wheelchair to shake the hand of one of his sons' of the house, Rev....
The Monroe Chapter of the Grambling State University Alumni Association presents the 20th Annual Evening with the Grambling Athletic Department themed, “Return to Prominence” on Thursday, August 25, 2022, 6:00 PM at the Monroe Civic Center BD Robinson Conference Room in Monroe, LA. Show your support for GSU Athletics! The Athletic Department has been invited to come and celebrate with us. Alumni, friends, businesses and supporters of GSU are asked to come and participate. Admission is $15 for those who do not purchase an ad; admission is fre...
Life is so precious and should be treasured. I treasure every moment with you and I'm so grateful for another year to spend with you. Wishing you a happy birthday my husband William Roberson, love Sophie!...
Stacey’s Annual Backpack & School Supplies Giveaway is Saturday July 16, 2022 at 9am at 117 Hall St. in Monroe LA while supplies last! Sponsored by CCNELA; Stacey’s Baskets and Gifts and Zion Traveler Baptist Church Min Monroe LA...
When you walked through the church doors, you could feel the 76th church anniversary at St. Luke Baptist Church in Monroe LA on Sunday June 26, 2022. The spirit of the Lord was so high it was hard to take or stay in your seat. Greater New Free Gift Baptist Church were guests and Bishop Rodney McFarland Sr. preached the walls off the church. It was a call to perseverance in faith which touched many hearts in attendance. Deacon Benny Perkins of Rose of Sharon Baptist Church in Monroe directed the...
St. James Baptist Church Sterlington LA 11th Pastor’s Anniversary honoring humble servants Rev. Richard and Matilda Wilson on Sunday July 17, 2022 at 11:30 am. Special guest Pastor Larry Brooks Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Sandy Point TX...
On Saturday July 16, 2022 from 4-6pm at the G.B. Cooley Building 211 N Third St. in Monroe LA, the Southern University Alumni will present 2022 scholarships to five recipients at a student parent reception for students from the Monroe area who have been accepted to Southern University Baton Rouge LA for the fall semester. All students are requested to follow dress code, no jeans or gym shoes. SU Alumni are requested to dress in SU blue and gold. Special guests include Dr. Kendric Stewart,...
There was much discussion at the last Monroe city council meeting held Tuesday, June 28, 2022, when an ordinance authorizing a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between the city of Monroe and developers of the Walnut St. Special District that would authorize the “sharing of tax increments” within the boundaries of that district. That is the project by the riverfront, where a two-block area will be converted to restaurants, a hotel, and other amenities that will spur economic developments and bring in more revenue for the city. The city, which spe...
Is anywhere and anyone safe? The places you thought were safe have now become places of doubt; many fear the unthinkable as acts of violence are happening all around. Are we safe even with security and law enforcement around us? Law enforcement agencies are just as vulnerable as law-abiding citizens. An early morning shooting happened just about 3:00 AM, Friday, July 1, 2022, where a female adult was shot in the face, and a juvenile, 13, was also shot, according to police reports. The incident happened somewhere on Richwood Road No. 2 in...
Living in the 21st century has proven to be challenging. Just driving a vehicle - watching for texting drivers, road rage, and drag racing - has become difficult, especially for those 60 and older. While driving, anything can happen at any given time! Not only do drivers need to look out for other drivers, they now should expect and beware of high-speed police chases. Most polices chases once only happened in big cities and on the big screen but are beginning to occur more frequently in Monroe,...
A former Monroe Police Department (MPD) officer with a controversial past regarding banned substances pleaded guilty in a case where a local man was kicked in the face, resulting in a lawsuit against the city of Monroe. Jared Desadier, 44, was one of several MPD officers involved in an April 2020 incident where officers allegedly chased then assaulted Williams, causing severe injuries. Williams, who is Black, needed treatment for the injuries he suffered, as pictures of him proved and caused a...
One of Monroe, LA' s most dangerous intersections is 8th Street and Texas Ave. Another accident occurred at that intersection between two vehicles on Thursday, June 30, 2022. A few weeks ago, a car turned over at the same intersection. There have been more accidents at this intersection while officials blame each other, the city, and the state. There should be a light at this intersection to help prevent the numerous wrecks. Residents who live around this intersection cringe every time they...
Broken Girls JP LLC, presents its 2nd Annual Underdogs Writers Workshop, at the Northeast LA African American Museum, 1051 Chennault Park Dr, Monroe LA, on Saturday, July 22, 2022, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM. The workshop is free for students of all ages including college students. Students can register on eventbrite.com by typing in the event name....
There is a new sheriff in town, quite literally at Green Oaks Detention Center in Monroe, LA, as Jason Pleasant begins his second year as director at the facility for troubled young people. Pleasant brings a wealth of law enforcement experience with him, having worked for the West Monroe Police and Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office Departments. Pleasant also has extensive experience working on the administrative side of law enforcement, which he said helped him to understand the system a little...
It was a special day for the Smith-Stewart & Lewis families who recently celebrated their cousin's birthday. The families gathered at the home of Mrs. Annie Ruth Stewart-Staten in Monroe, LA, and enjoyed a variety of food, memories, and joyful conversations. Dr. Robert H. Smith was born May 9, 1921, to the parentage of the late Rev. Henderson and Rosie Lewis Smith on the Burks plantation near Rayville, LA. He is the oldest of three siblings, two deceased, Pearlie S. Hall and Rev. James P....
Every first Saturday in July, the Norman family celebrates Nolan Norman Day in honor of the late Nolan "Big Daddy" Noman commemorating the day with a good-time community celebration and blues concert. "Big Daddy" believed in helping others and gave as much as he could. On Saturday, July 2, 2022, a good time was had by the thousands who attended the 14th Annual Nolan Norman Day in the park in Wisner, LA....
Owl St. Neighborhood Ministry celebrates its 48th Annual Founder’s Day/Scholarship Program Sunday, July 10, 2022, 2:00 PM at St. Timothy Baptist Church, 1710 Canary St. in Monroe, LA. Special guest is Rev. Wesley Daniel King of Solomon Baptist Church in Monroe, LA....
We've saved a seat and a parking space for you at Faith Harvest Baptist Church at 3701 Nutland Road in Monroe LA. Faith Harvest has a new and improved paved parking lot so come and smoke us over, hear the Word like you've never heard. Rev. James E. Jackson Sr. Pastor...
The 39th Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship Program is Sunday, July 17, 2022, at 9 am at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church at 716 MLK Jr. Dr. in Monroe LA where Rev. A.B. Davis-Johnson, Sr is Pastor. Guest speaker is Attorney and former State Representative Willie Hunter, Jr. Photo Legendary Millard Dean Lee...
On Saturday, June 25, 2022, The Green Oasis Cannabis Store at 7950 DeSiard St. in Monroe, LA, held a grand opening to educate the public about the cannabis plant. Their goal is to break its stigmas and share how it is used to help with PTSD, anxiety, back pain, or joint ligament issues and how the Green Oasis has products that will help....
The Monroe City School Board, on November 9, 2021, voted to have Carroll High School Gymnasium in Monroe LA dedicated to the late Coach Jimmy Jones, son of Goldman Jones Sr. and Hattie Mae Jones. The letters were placed on the gymnasium June 27, 2022. During Jimmy Jones' tenure as the Carroll High School Boys Basketball Coach, he had the honor of coaching phenomenal student-athletes in Louisiana, received Head Coach of the District 14 times, High School Coach of the Year 14 times, Head Coach of...
A hit and run driver struck RoQueria Dunn with a truck on May 24, 2022. She was left for dead and is still fighting for life at Baylor Scott University Hospital in Dallas, TX. Please pray hard for her recovery and consider a love offering to help the family. RoQueria has Monroe, LA ties as her grandparents, Claude and Florence Staten, continue to assist their daughter as RoQueria fights to survive. Please help at https://gofund.me/1477cba8. Thanks for all your prayers, love, and monetary...
Police discovered an alleged gruesome murder victim dead in a south Monroe home on Sunday, June 26, 2022. According to sources, police are still working on trying to figure out what happened to a Monroe man who was found cut to death at home near Wilson St. The victim was cut and very severely beaten. Neighbors are frightened after hearing of such a brutal crime days later. Residents in the community are trying to figure out how this happened and safety concerns for their neighborhood. The victim according to sources was Clifton Ray Robinson....
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A shooting in North Monroe on Friday, June 24, 2022 had an unfortunate and tragic end. According to police reports, an argument developed between several individuals on Loop Road not far from US Hwy 165. Belle Bayou Apartment Complex is normally a quiet area nearby schools, homes, and businesses. Around 3:30 PM Police revealed that an argument in the apartment complex's parking lot around 3:00 PM that day led to two people being...
Continued prayers are asked for Rev James Smith, who was involved in a vehicle accident. He survived injuries after being hit by a truck recently. His car was severely damaged, but he is still here only by His grace and ready to go back to his post. Many hate not seeing him on the scene, as he is a regular for the Eula D. Britton Reunion but wish him a well and speedy recovery....
We never know whether we will return home safely or not when we leave home. Hearts are saddened after word about a two-vehicle car accident on LA Hwy 139 on Friday, June 24, 2022, was publicly shared. According to LA State Police reports, a Dodge Charger crossed the centerline for reasons still under investigation and struck a Hyundai Sonata traveling south. This crash took the life of Prentiss Starr, 48, of Monroe, LA. Starr was restrained and suffered serious injuries. Unfortunately, he was...
"Senator, I cannot say I’m disappointed with the Supreme Court decision. I feel you may need more education on abortion rights. Katrina, I don’t think you know what women went through in the seventies. We had a mantra no more than coat hangers. Girls from Grambling and LA Tech were sewed-up and treated by allegedly 'Green Clinic' in Ruston, LA. Some did not make it. They would let nothing stand in the way of getting an education. We were all elated when Roe v. Wade became law. I wonder sometimes what your grandmother would think of your bil...
Nolan Norman of Extension, LA, and Wisner, LA, and the greater community is gone but never forgotten. Mrs. Elizabeth King Norman and family affectionately called him Big Daddy. Each 1st Saturday in July in Wisner, LA is celebrated as Nolan Norman Day. The Norman family commemorates the day with a good-time community celebration and blues concert because Norman loved helping others and listening to the blues. Big Daddy gave his family the greatest gift anyone could give; he loved and believed in...
The 39th Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship Program is Sunday, July 17, 2022, at 9 am at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church at 716 MLK Jr. Dr. in Monroe LA where Rev. A.B. Davis-Johnson, Sr is Pastor. Guest speaker is Attorney and former State Representative Willie Hunter, Jr....
Children six months and older are now able to be vaccinated against covid-19 and families across the New Orleans area are taking their shots! At Ochsner health, vaccine appointments booked up in just eight hours and more than 500 children were vaccinated last week. To accommodate this growing need, Ochsner Health has added new appointments. To schedule an appointment please visit my.ochsner.org or call 844-888-2772 to schedule. To find a vaccine location near you please visit: www.ochsner.org/vaccineinfo...
Recently, Gov. John Bel Edwards directed the Louisiana State Police and the Department of Corrections to immediately provide additional personnel to assist the Office of Juvenile Justice with its staffing shortage at both Bridge City Center for Youth and Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe. Starting Friday, June 17, 2022, correctional and probation, and parole officers from DOC will begin augmenting OJJ staff, and State Police Troopers will secure the perimeter of the facilities. This comes in...
Family members are upset over the treatment of an inmate housed at Ouachita Correctional Center (OCC) in Richwood, LA. The family of a local inmate believes Ouachita Correctional Center needs to be shut down or someone needs to step in before the facility begins to have lawsuits. One family member has a loved one in pod 5/6, and on certain shifts, guards are allegedly overly mean and inappropriate. The family member alleges that there is bleach in the inmates' food, they are denied phone calls,...
