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A few weeks ago, Louisiana State Trooper Superintendent, Col. Lamar Davis announced to the public, the changes that he is implementing following two controversial traffic incidents involving two African American men. Those men, Ronald Greene and Aaron Bowman were severely beaten allegedly by officers of Troop F based outside of Monroe over a two-year span. Ronald Greene succumbed to his injuries and Bowman suffered multi-injuries, especially to his head area, that thankfully didn't result in his...
Richwood High School celebrated its homecoming festivities with a parade and football game Friday, October 1, 2021 at the Mackie Freeze Stadium in Richwood LA. Cypress Washington was crowned as Miss Richwood 2021 at halftime along with a beautiful royal court. Richwood High School will host its official coronation celebrating Miss Richwood Cypress Washington in 2022....
The announcement of more money allocated to Carroll High School to make much-needed repairs/renovations to the facility is good news. The school has produced remarkable students through the years, and with new leadership at the school, there is no reason not to expect that the trend will continue. The repairs/renovations to the band room, restrooms, and the heating/ac system are all good for the school, but many feel that more can be done. The school board has just built a multi-million-dollar Martin Luther King Jr. High Middle School that...
An exhibition at the Masur Museum in Monroe LA on September 16, 2021, entitled "Many Rooms: The South Got Something to Say" also featured the works of GSU VAPA alumna Benicia King. The exhibition is a collaborative effort between Davis, King, K'shana Hall-Davis and Vitus Shell - all members of the Black Creatives Circle of North Louisiana (BCCNL)....
Richwood High School in Richwood LA celebrated its homecoming festivities with a parade and football game Friday, October 1, 2021 at the Mackie Freeze Stadium. Cypress Washington was crowned as Miss Richwood 2021 at halftime along with a beautiful royal court. Richwood High School will host its official coronation celebration Cypress in 2022....
In Monroe LA, Resident Brenda Henderson sees and feels their job as vital and value their service. She along with others reward the garbage collector’s service by showing them kindness in numerous ways. When its time to pickup Brenda’s garbage, the garbage collectors attempt not to miss because they know Brenda has prepared a mouth-watering meal for them every week. She’s one of many who value her garbage collector. It’s a choice while you should too, if it’s in your heart....
Happy birthday to a wonderful husband and father. Michael is our superman while being the rock of the family always on time with wisdom, guidance and love. He is the love of our lives which God has truly blessed. Happy birthday Michael C. Slater Sr. Monday October 4, 2021. Love always wife Virginia, children Ricky Slater Sr., Michael C. Slater Jr. and Mikka L. Johnson....
You mean the world to me Pastor Ricky and Linda James who celebrating their wedding anniversary October 6, 2021. Happy Anniversary Pastor Ricky and Linda James....
GRAMBLING, La. – October 4, 2021– After a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Grambling State University is bringing theatre back with the stage play entitled 21A. The show, which runs Oct. 12-15 at the Floyd L Sandle Theatre, is a comedy that delves into the lives of eight everyday passengers riding Bus 21A.. It’s about “the people we see every day but may not bother to get to know,” said Kyle Zimmerman, an assistant theatre professor at GSU and the play’s director. “21A is the bus route that runs to the other side of the tracks. Its regular...
The family of Clara Hardwell made a heartfelt plea to the people of the Monroe-West Monroe communities to put an end to the senseless killings that have plagued so many families. Hardwell, who was said to have been pregnant at the time, was killed Thursday, September 23, 2021, in what has been called a cold-blood murder. Hardwell had done a friend's hair, and the individual and Hardwell got into a disagreement because that individual allegedly refused to pay Hardwell. It would not be long...
Southside Community, families and friends were surprised by the passing of Jerry Goods. He was well known for his mechanic skills of fixing all types of vehicles. He was found deceased at his home on Monday, September 20, 2021. Jerry was 65. His family was devastated by the news of his death. Jerry was a shining star in his family as the voice a reason. His humble demeanor was appreciated, while he was a master mechanic for those whose vehicles he repaired. No one could fix vehicles like Jerry!...
Sources allege Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) Executive Director Charles Theus may no longer be affiliated with the organization. The Monroe Dispatch reached out to Theus regarding his status with the group, and he neither confirmed nor denied whether he was still with the organization. The organization will convene for its monthly meeting at the top of October and more details are presumed to emerge. SEDD was last in the news at the end of 2020 after the Monroe City Council...
It is heartbreaking when someone dies, but it is twice as hard when life ends in a tragic way. The pain is unbearably challenging to accept when a child's life is cut short. According to reports, around midnight Saturday, September 25, 2021 a fatal shooting occurred, taking the life of a seventeen-year-old victim on Jackson St. in Monroe, LA. Sources allege the victim actually died on his birthday. The victim was taken to an area hospital to be treated but eventually succumbed to gunshot wounds. A fifteen-year-old was arrested in connection...
Ka'Myia Dennis was crowned as Miss Wossman 2021 on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 by Wossman Principal Dr. Harrington Watson lll at the Wossman Coronation held at the George "Vamp" Belton Sports Complex. On Friday, September 24, 2021, Miss Wossman was presented to students, fans, family, and friends in her walk across the 50-yard line at Wossman's homecoming football game. Miss Wossman was escorted by her father, Antonio Dennis....
Legendary Irma DeTiege was a nobody who became somebody. She emerged from the obscure cottonfields of Riverton, LA to Monroe, LA, blazing a trail that many have followed. She believed in who she saw in the mirror, and with God's grace and mercy she believed in her abilities. Each year the Monroe Dispatch celebrates her legacy by honoring deserving students with a scholarship in her memory. Thanks to all who have donated to the Irma DeTiege Scholarship Fund. Your kindness is always appreciated....
The 2021 Victoria Archangel Scholarship was awarded during the Wossman High School Homecoming Pep Rally, Friday, September 24,2021. Duffie and Pat Moore presented the annual scholarship, awarded to Raytisha Jackson Wossman High School 2021 Salutatorian and first softball scholarship recipient. This annual recognition award was made on behalf of Duffie and Pat Moore's beloved daughter who was killed 10 years ago in a car accident. Raytisha is a student athlete at South Arkansas Community College...
"It Takes a Village: Clearing the Path to Success." Monroe, Louisiana – Monroe City Academy League opened their inaugural season on Saturday, September 25, 2021, with over 1,200 spectators in attendance cheering on as they watched an astonishing 11 action packed football games and young cheerleaders. The inaugural season began with 2 weeks of Jamboree play and has an official 8-week game schedule with championship playoffs. MCAL, as the league is fondly referred to, is presented to the c...
Pastors James E. Jackson Sr. Faith Harvest Baptist Church and Alfred L Mack Philadelphia Word Center in Monroe LA preach the word. Both pastors understand and know where their health and strength comes from while sharing hope through the gospel to all. Their belief in the Word is their driving force of salvation to save souls to the kingdom!...
"May you be gifted with life's biggest joys and never-ending bliss. After all, you yourself are a gift to earth, so you deserve the best. Count your life by smiles, not tears. Count your age by friends, not years. Happy birthday September 29 Bonnie Harris!"...
Wossman High School in Monroe LA celebrated Homecoming on Friday September 24, 2021. The homecoming football game was the highlight where Wossman defeated Boooker T. Washington Shreveport. The Wossman Homecoming Festivities were celebrated by Wossman Students, Alumni, Family and friends....
A birthday greeting to Charles Scott from my kids. Protector, Provider, Positive Role Model. You take on many different roles, Dad. For that we are forever grateful. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dad! Love Douglas, Morgan, Jacie and Lem....
In order to be loved, you have to show love. Once one is loved the right way, love can propel efforts and dreams into beautiful fruition. The absence of love can ignite frustration and chaos. Some would presume acts of violence happen when love is not fulfilled. According to police reports, deputies responded to shots fired on September 12, 2021, followed by a disturbance on Dellwood Dr. in Monroe, LA. Law enforcement gathered the suspects on Dellwood Dr., and south 8th St. Multiple...
Some residents in a West Monroe neighborhood are terrified and afraid to come outside of their homes following a shooting during the early evening hours of Sunday, September 19, 2021. According to the West Monroe Police Department, an individual was in his vehicle when an alleged shooter, identified as Christopher Williams, shot an alleged victim. Police say Williams shot at the victim after he refused to give him any money. The victim was hit twice by the gunshots in the torso and the hip. The...
When people are in relationships where things for whatever reason are not working, it is time to part ways. The best thing to do is to make a clean break as quickly as possible and move on. There are times when our attempts to get away from trouble lead us right into it, and a life-changing decision must be made. A local woman is in jail after being arrested for firing a gunshot in the air, as she said that her ex-boyfriend's girlfriend was following her. 23-year-old Johnavia T. Baker was...
On Saturday, September 18, 2021 Jackson State University football team traveled west to play the University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) for a football clash. The HBCU, led by head coach Deion Sanders attempted to derail their SunBelt Conference opponent but ULM proved to pack some punch, winning the game, 12-7. At the sporting event attorney Eddie Clark and his wife Katina Beverly donated $50,000.00 to Coach Sanders and the JSU football on the field. Clark stated that he was compelled to make...
On Friday September 17, 2021, P.E.E.P. made a back to school donation to Clara Hall Elementary School Principal Robinson in Monroe LA. Making the donation was P.E.E.P {resident Kenneth Wilson, his wife Abbie and Dr. Kaye Honeycutt. PEEP is a non-profit which serves needy communities throughout several surrounding parishes. PEEP's back to school giveaway is done differently than the previous school years due to Covid 19. PEEP has continued to bring light to dark places by donating $500 dollars...
Sunrise August 18, 1938 - Sunset September 2, 2021 Mrs. Iola Joyceline Fogel, of Highland, California, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2021 at the age of 83. A 42-year resident of the Inland Empire, Iola was the much-adored wife to the late SMSgt Edward I. Fogel, USAF Retired, who departed this earth on March 6, 1999. Born on August 18, 1938 in Delhi, Louisiana, Iola was a scholar in high school and was Valedictorian of Little Flower Catholic High School. Always known for her caring of...
Recently, Hosts Robert and Pauline Clark hosted an All White Gala at ULM Bayou Pointe Patio in Monroe LA. Entertainment was by the Too Laid Back Band from Houston TX and 3 DJ's Radio People's Rob Lloyd, Scott Banks and Grave Digga. The All-White Gala was a party with a purpose supporting Northeast LA Sickle Foundation in Monroe LA....
Monroe City Marshals Wince Highshaw (retired) and current City Marshal Robert Cherry are both a cut of the same cloth. Both Highshaw and Cherry were city marshals and chief deputy marshals only to be elected both as city marshals. What a blessing!...
Carroll High School is a historic Afro-American educational institution that has stood the test of time during some turbulent years and yet it still stands at its Renwick Street address. It being the only high school in the city of Monroe LA for Black children, has carve its niche in Ouachita Parish and is letting other neighboring high schools that it is not done. The school has served the community well, as it has sent out into the community, the nation and the world some of the best and brightest minds from the Black Monroe community. it is...
Monroe City Engineer Kim Golden explained to members of the city council at the last city council meeting held Tuesday, September 14, 2021 of a city plan in the works pertaining to flood protection around Youngs Bayou. Golden told council members that the three items on the agenda are in conjunction with the Youngs Bayou Retention Project, a large flood control project that the city had been working on for several years. Golden said that when completed, the project will add 80 acres of retention right in the heart of the city, and it will...
One of America's and Louisiana's unsung heroes was Perry Thomas. His death had been unbelievable, upon hearing of his passing on Monday September 13, 2021. The phone hadn't stop ringing asking if his death was true. He was a champion for the voiceless and those casted aside. He was a very proud person on the inside not showing any signs of his brilliance outward. Perry was a champion while never wanting recognition. He teamed up with the Legendary Irma DeTiege/Monroe Dispatch to form a legacy...
Domestic abuse is a tumultuous behavior that affects many people. The abuse may take the form of verbal abuse, sexual abuse, physical battering, or psychological (emotional) unavailability. Abuse is a learned behavior and has an escalating cycle; abusive behavior cuts across all racial, ethnic, educational, and socioeconomic boundaries. According to police reports, on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, police arrested suspects Ronald Otis and Dantrica R. Daniels for domestic battery in the presence...
It is official. Richwood mayor Gerald Brown will soon face a recall vote in effort to remove him as mayor. The recall election with take place on November 13, giving Richwood voters the final word on whether Brown stays or goes. Most Richwood observers say that Brown has had a bumpy ride as he is in his second term facing voter dissatisfaction from a variety of issues. One of the most threatening challenges is his relationship with other town leaders. Brown has said that the recall effort is...
Though he didn't outright say it, Louisiana State Police Superintendent, Col. Lamar Davis seemed to indicate that if the Department of Justice (DOJ) decides to investigate the agency, he would have no qualms about it. Davis hinted at his acceptance of what may come after addressing allegations of excessive force caused by troopers under his watch once again. There have been calls for the DOJ to intervene after the public has learned about more alleged misconduct cases related to arrests and subsequent beatings suffered by motorists when...
Thursday, September 16, 2021, 5:30-7:30PM is the official reception for the "Many Rooms: The South Got Something to Say" exhibition at the Masur Museum (1400 S Grand St. in Monroe, LA). Dress to impress or come as you are. Free admission, food, and drinks. ID required. Tag a friend, bring a friend....
P.E.E.P. (People Economics Education & Public Service) continues, "to bring light to dark places," following in the footsteps of the late legendary Benny Ausberry in sharing hope in the community. On September 10, 2021, P.E.E.P. donated $500 to Roy Neal Shelling Elementary School in Monroe, LA. P.E.E.P. President Kenneth Wilson along with its board of directors shared the donation in hopes others will donate to help the students too. Photo PEEP- Darryl Berry, Monroe City School Board President,...
Congratulations to Naiya Fort, who has been selected to serve as the Region 1 State Vice President for Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA). The organization's mission is to empower students to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaborations, and experiences. Fort will soon travel to Washington DC, attending the Washington Leadership Academy as a Louisiana delegate. While there she will explore our nation's capital, meet with top government officials,...
Alicia "Cocoa" Calvin has always stood out for her commitment to her community and leadership, representing others with integrity. After all, her grandparents, Willie May and Elijah McCoy taught her what it means to support her community. Together they built the Corner Store & Café and created a place where neighbors could come together and talk about how to make their community better for all residents. Her grandmother's message to a young Calvin - "Your greatest gift is giving of yourself."...
Coach Rankins is and has been a true Neville Tiger. Coach remembers Coaches Ruple, Brown, Coates and McCarty. He knows the history which he has been an intracule part. We can never forget when Coach Rankins got off his cart going to the tiger locker room at halftime to give courage during a playoff game during Coach Jeff Tannehill's first season. While remembering Neville Greats Ruple, Brown, Coates McCarty add Rankins! Coach Rankins still chants, "Get Down Tigers!"...
5 Wossman High School Golden Girl Faith Porter is ready to perform and give it all for a show stopping performance. Faith is one of many Wossman Golden Girls to be on the lookout....
Duke's Bar & Grill Grand Opening, 1207 DeSiard St., Monroe LA grand opening was during the Labor day Holiday Weekend September 4, 2021. Duke's Bar & Grill owners are Carlos & Sheteria Webb, from Atlanta, GA. Carlos is originally from Monroe LA, is a Carroll High School Graduate who attended Grambling State University. Drop by Duke's Bar & Grill!...
On Saturday, September 4,2021 Brenda Boughton celebrated her 75th birthday. A party was hosted by her children at the Monroe Civic Center. Family and friends from near and far gathered together to celebrate this milestone with her....
Hearts are extremely saddened by the unexpected and untimely death of LaKeidren Lawrence, 24. LaKeicren was born July 15,1997. He was the son of Lakeisha Lawrence and Robert Hendricks. LaKeidren was a Carroll High School graduate. He died on Friday, September 3, 2021. Family and friends are devastated by his loss. Do not lose heart or become discouraged as we have the hope of Jesus Christ and eternal life to carry us through. Stay in the Bible and pray continually, seeking the face of God, and...
As the times change, many youth, ages 16-35, find it more challenging to live in a world with constant shootings and conflict. According to police reports, shots were fired on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at 6:00 AM, on Stacey Drive in Monroe, LA. Neighbors heard several shots fired, which were extremely loud and felt as if they were right at their front door. Upon arrival, police found a male victim shot outside of a home at the scene of the crime. The victim, Justin Ross, 28, later died from...
There are times in life when things can happen to us while we are just minding our own business. You don't have to go looking for trouble anymore, because if you are at the "wrong place" at a certain time, it could find you. If one should find themselves in a situation where things are getting out of control, the old school gang would say to get away or leave. In today's climate, we seem to be drawn to where trouble is happening, even if we are not involved. A local woman suffered a gunshot...
Mr. Floyd Green Sr., 85, was called home to be the Lord on Thursday, September 2, 2021, after a brief illness. Mr. Green was born to the union of the late Thomas Green Sr. and Mary Menyweather from Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife Nola F. Green of Farmerville, LA, one daughter Nola M. Green, one son, Clifton Anthony, who was killed in the line of duty during the Vietnam War, his parents, two sisters, and six brothers. Mr. Green was a quiet man who worked...
Residents of District 3 in the South College area extending past the railroad tracks on White Street said that Monroe City officials are not doing enough to meet their concerns in their neighborhood. The Monroe Dispatch has published a series of articles highlighting issues of concern made by residents who have said things have gone on for too long. The biggest problem some homeowners face is property erosion in the vicinity of a large ditch that could be called a canal. An area of the ditch...
A fatal shooting happened early morning Saturday, September 4, 2021, leaving allegedly four people shot and one deceased from the gunfire. The shooting occurred in the 1600 block of Winnsboro Rd in Monroe, LA. Sources allege the suspect is not your traditional suspect, which leaves lots to question. The Ouachita Parish Sheriff's office is currently investigating the shooting and possible leads....
On Saturday August 21, 2021, Hosts Robert and Pauline Clark hosted an All White Gala at ULM Bayou Pointe Patio in Monroe LA. Entertainment was by the Too Laid Back Band from Houston TX and 3 DJ's Radio People's Rob Lloyd, Scott Banks and Grave Digga. The All-White Gala was a party with a purpose supporting Northeast LA Sickle Foundation in Monroe LA....
