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Shereka Shabang is always praising God but now has a new reason to shout His name. Her music video "Run It" just made the Top 10 hottest gospel music videos in the world by CAAG TV! The "Run It" video can be found on youTube (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=RDTeS4RbZ9yhc). This song is about overcoming the struggles and hardships of life. The song talks about Jesus being an all-forgiving and merciful savior! ShaBang encountered much hardship, especially after she received the prophetic mantle...
Louisiana is widening access to the coronavirus vaccine to newly include anyone age 65 to 69, authorizing another quarter-million people for the shots if they can find an available appointment, under plans announced by Governor John Bel Edwards. People 70 and older had previously been allowed to receive the two-dose Pfizer and Moderna vaccines in Louisiana. The drop in age to 65 places Louisiana in line with more than half the nation's other states already following the age eligibility recommendation from the U. S. Centers for Disease Control...
My name is Gary W. Brooks incarcerated in the Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola, LA. I was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole, probation, or suspension of the sentence by a Ouachita Parish Grand Jury for one count of second-degree murder of Melvin Fuller, in violation of LS S-R.S. 14:30.1 in 2002. A divided jury found me the petitioner Brooks guilty as charged by a 10-2 vote. Non-Unanimous Jury in violation of my right to equal protection under the fourteenth amendment and...
February 12, 1909 – February 12, 2021 Frigid Temperatures were no match for the fire in the hearts of Monroe/Ouachita NAACP members who celebrated its 112th year founding. Rev. Ambrose Douzart, President of the Ouachita Chapter convened a ceremony at his church, New St. John Baptist Church in Monroe LA, on Friday, February 12, 2021. During my interview, he said all the program participants set the perfect stage for his message; from the prayer of Thanksgiving by Rev. Jesse Smith to the p...
Someone knew black women beauty which has fascinated mankind since the beginning if time. Black beauty remains the standard which is emulated and followed by the masses. Its something special about black women or sistahs....
Many that pledge their vows before God and man stay together for the long haul. 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. Rev. Delles & Shelia Howell's love is the kind of love that has stood the test of time!...
Princess Adasyn Pleas turned 9 on February 11, 2021. Due to Covid-19 restrictions she celebrated her birthday on Saturday, February 13 with a drive-by parade on Maplewood Dr. in Monroe LA....
Residents in south Monroe were seen making the trek to purchase more groceries at a local grocery store, Tuesday afternoon, February 16, 2021 in anticipation of more ice and snow scheduled to fall early morning, on Wednesday Feb. 17 and Thursday Feb. 18 . Many roads and parking lots are still covered in white. All are urged to proceed with caution when traveling around town, but strongly advised to stay home. Be careful, Monroe LA!...
By Eddie D. Gillis Langston Malone is a young man who loves music. It all started hearing his mother sing in a choir that she formed called "We sing for Christ" when he was around six years old. Malone says that when he was nine years old, his mother had him take piano lessons from a well known teacher in the area. Malone said that he took lessons for about 5 months, learning the "fundamentals" of playing the piano. He must have become hooked on playing the piano, because by the age of 11, he...
More and more we are reading or hearing about Black teenage girls who are in some kind of trouble. Without doubt, there are some girls who set themselves on a destined path to get into trouble and to stay in trouble. Nothing positive or good can result from such activity. Of a few Black girls who will speak out share their stories, one has to wonder if the system is failing Black girls. According to Monica Rhor, USA Today, "Black girls don't misbehave more than white girls, experts say, yet...
Kennard was born July 3, 1985 to the late Kennard Smith Sr. and Flecia Gayle Smith. He attended Carroll High School and OIC, furthering his education by pursuing a degree in information technology at McCann School of Business, where he was a member of McCann National Honor Society. Kennard later relocated to New Orleans LA departing this life on January 26, 2021. Many times, we never realize a person value until they're gone. He changed people lives by teaching them how to play band instruments...
Louisiana's State Police Force, specifically Troop "F" which patrols the northeastern section of the state, had four of its officers charged for using excessive force during two news making arrests. The four Troopers have been identified as Jacob Brown, 30, Dakota Moss, 28, Randall Dickerson,34, and 26-year-old George Harper. They are charged with "simple battery and malfeasance in office". Brown faces another charge of obstruction of justice for his alleged role in one of the incidents. The...
What's in a name? Depending on the name, plenty. Names have been the subject of many debates, be they spirited or low key, names can bring out the best and worse in us. Sometimes they can lead to physical fights. People don't always agree with names, especially when that name of something conjures up hurtful memories and pain. It is oftentimes associated with people who have lived their entire lives having to do endure what a certain has meant to generations and how that even in times when one...
A local woman and former city employee is hoping that her case that she filed for wrongful termination will soon be resolved. People get terminated every day from various jobs, but in this particular case, this is her second termination. The woman was an employee of Monroe Transit, had a good record, and was well-liked by everyone. She says that one manager may have wanted to "like her a little more" than what was comfortable to her. She shared that incidents would happen while she was on her...
Two pillars of the civil rights movement have joined fellow Comrades in heaven. Charlie White, the last founding "Deacon for Defense" member died on Feb. 4, 2021 in Northeast Louisiana Hospital. His contributions ranked like those of former Representative John Lewis; he just didn't get the publicity. Bertha Bradford-Robinson, retired director of federal programs of Jackson Parish died Feb 6, 2021 in Glenwood Medical Hospital, West Monroe. They were both beloved residents of Jonesboro LA.To...
Forever in Our Hearts Our beautiful and sweet Pauline Lucille Underwood aka Pie was born July 23, 1949 to the late Dorothea Underwood and Samuel D. Cyrus. She completed her journey and God called her home on Sunday February 7, 2021 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Opelousas LA. Pauline attended and graduated from Richardson High School in 1967. During her high school years, she was blessed to be crowned Homecoming queen in junior year. She also attended Grambling State University for some time...
At J.S. Clark Magnet School in Monroe LA, Mrs. Asia Wilson-Brown is 2021 Teacher of the year. Her husband John F. Brown and her parents Wyatt X. and Louise Wilson are also elated. Congratulations Mrs. Brown!...
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury has long recognized that a certain section of Hwy 165 South that goes through the parish has been a major safety concern for residents who live on both sides of the roadway. That concern became a painful reality once again following the deaths of Shericka Hollins, 18, and Brianna Nea,l 17. The two young women were killed on a dark section of Hwy 165 South in Richwood, LA, when they were struck by an automobile driven by Corey Buie. He would later turn himself in and was charged with a hit & run misdemeanor. The d...
For the third round, payments will decrease by $56 for every $1,000 in income over the $75,000 threshold, which means those making $100,000 or more would not receive a payment. It also means that individual earners making under $75,000 will receive the full benefit and dual-income filers making $150,000 or under will receive the full benefit. Photo Stimulus Check...
To the most beautiful woman who has given me the most beautiful life, I want to love you, adore you, take care of you and make you the happiest person there ever was for all of time. I didn't think it was possible to love you any more than I did the day I married you, but somehow my love only grows. I love you today and always. Every love story is special, unique and beautiful, but ours is my favorite. Love always Leo! Happy 25th Wedding Anniversary Sunday February 14 Leo and Sharondal "Ronnee"...
There is another attempt to find common ground by concerned Louisiana citizens with legislators and associates in the law enforcement community, where the goal is to have meaningful discussions on race/police issues. There are at least two pressing issues around the nation that need special attention: domestic terrorism and police accountability. Perhaps, with the images of "mob insurrectionists" storming the Capitol that resulted in death/destruction and the apprehension of dozens of...
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...
Blessed and favored having lived and endured only by Grace and Mercy, William Neal Sr.'s story is his glory while being a witness to the goodness and brilliance. Happy birthday William Neal Sr. Sunday February 14 who is older and colder as time passes love your family, city of Monroe Sanitation and central maintenance department....
Many that pledge their vows before God and man stay together for the long haul. 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. Rev. Lovely & Nora Calloway's love is the kind of love that has stood the test of time!...
Friday, February 12, 2021, 1 pm St. John Baptist Church 1307 Sycamore St. Monroe LA, Invocation: Rev. Jesse Smith, Speaker: Pastor Ambrose Douzart, President Ouachita Chapter NAACP; and Benediction Rev. Tharris Bishop- 112 Years: Still fighting for justice for all Challenges Still Exist! It is up to me and you to arm ourselves with the spirit of God and Embrace that we are one people; because standing as one LOVE we can meet and resolve any challenge. TO GOD BE THE GLORY!...
Coach Rankins is a true Neville Tiger. His commitment to the students is relentless while being a teacher, role model and a servant for over 59 years. His commitment is genuine while he is a true Neville Tiger always and forever. As always, he was spotted at an event, Neville Basketball Senior Night on Tuesday February 2, 2021 at Neville High School Gym....
Mayor Friday Ellis has appointed Charles A. Butcher as the Director of the Monroe Regional Airport. Butcher has a career in aviation that spans two decades; he most recently served as the Director of Security Access and Ground Transportation Services at the Northwest Arkansas National Airport. There, he was involved with the airport's yearly part 139 and TSA part 1542 inspections. Butcher also has experience directing large airport projects, including writing the minimum standards, airport...
Ted Moore liked being around people. According to his son Mario Smith, Moore was getting ready to enjoy his golden years, as his children had set him up to receive disability benefits and enjoy being around his grandchildren. But a domestic tragedy struck Moore Thursday January 28 when he was shot and killed by a woman that he had known. Now Smith and the rest of his sisters and brothers will lay Moore to rest, a sad task for them when it seemed that Moore's life was taking off. They were...
A local woman is angry over how her mother’s death was treated by personnel at a local nursing home when she died. The woman said that her mother passed away at the nursing home on January 24 and that she allegedly didn’t hear from anyone in a managerial position that Sunday or the next day. She said that it all started when she arrived for Sunday morning (Jan. 24) worship service and the next thing she knew, a relative came to her and asked “Had she heard?”. Not knowing or understanding what she meant, she asked what was the matter. That wh...
Hearts are saddened by the death of two teenage girls whose lives tragically ended last Friday January 29, 2021 after never making it back home from their trip to a nearby store. Shedricka Hollins, 18, and Brianna Neal, 17, were walking back home from a store they frequented as they tried to cross an intersection on HWY 165 S. in Richwood LA. Witnesses who found their bodies said it appeared as if they had been a part of a horror movie scene, with their bodies sawed in two. This is undoubtedly...
Hearts are saddened at the passing of our beloved First Lady Alice Lavon Stevenson. She was a mother to our family and church family. Her inspiration and guidance was timely and compassionate. There was no situation or event which her helpful spirit would lead and guide us in the right direction. First Lady Stevenson was an extension of her husband at home and at church. She epitomized Christ like values in every way with an essence of dedication. And this is love that we walk in obedience to...
Death is something the Neal family has experienced, but this time it hits differently. Last week the family received the sad news that the youngest of the clan was found dead. Brianna Neal was walking home from a store she frequently visited, only this time she did not make it home. Neal, along with her friend, was tragically hit and killed by a motorist. Her family is now in mourning and remember their sweet Brianna. Neal attended Richwood High School, where she was in her junior year of...
Shedricka Monique Hollins was the 4th oldest of 7 children in her family. There was never a dull moment in her family's house, especially with her around. Last week, a tragic highway accident claimed her life and the life of a friend, and now leaves a void in the family filled with love. Hollins was a graduate of Wossman High School and loved learning. The most significant thing most remember about her is hearing her sweet voice and seeing her beautiful smile. Shedricka loved singing and was...
Sexual relationships with minors or anyone under the age of 17 is against the law. According to reports, police were called on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 to North 33rd Street in Monroe, LA answering the call of an alleged shooting. Police began looking for a juvenile after receiving information on the shooting suspect. According to eyewitnesses, the teen suspect was located in Katreese Bosley's apartment. Investigating officers were refused entry of the home until obtaining a search warrant, wh...
A Monroe Dispatch Writer, the late Leon Riley once wrote that some fathers or boyfriends make lousy babysitters. According to police reports on Monday February 1, another innocent baby has lost its life due to an alleged abuse by the child's father. Suspect Terrance Weeks 25, the infant's father has been charged with first degree murder after police were called to a residence on Carlton Street in Monroe LA. Upon arrival they found an unresponsive 10-month old baby. The baby was treated by EMT's...
This week's DownSouth Sports Magazine Most Valuable Players of the Game were Neville's Jujusana "Jo-Jo" Briggs and Patrick "PD" McCraney Tuesday February 2, 2021 at Neville High School Gymnasium in Monroe LA. Jo-Jo led the "Lady Tigers" in scoring with 16 points and had 6 rebounds to a victory over the Carroll Lady Bulldogs. In boy's game, the Tigers won by a nail-biter 52-51. Patrick "PD" had an overall excellent game with 10 points, 10 assists, 7 rebounds, and 7 steals. The DownSouth MVP...
Ms. TaQuandra Jones is a single mother with seven children. Eric and Chloris Faulkner blessed and gifted Ms. Jones with their Nissan Armada recently. As the tears rolled down her face, Ms. Jones was so excited and sobbingly expressed, "this is like Christmas when my kids wake up and see our new car. This was such a humbling and emotional experience. The vehicle was a Faulkner Family Vehicle which was roomy and convenient, especially on family vacations. Now that their two daughters are both...
Cups of Blessings Community Outreach Organization in partnership with Greater New Antioch Baptist Church Monroe LA hosted a night of community prayer on Monday February 1, 2021 to intercede for the uplift for our community, region and abroad. The theme: "A Time and A Call for Community Prayer with sub-theme "Prayer Still Work" was uplifting, powerful while giving hope to those present and virtual. Intercessory Prayer Leaders Rev. Jack Russell Greater New Antioch Baptist Church, Pastor Vance...
Louisiana's state minimum wage rate is $7.25 per hour. This is the same as the current Federal Minimum Wage rate. The minimum wage applies to most employees in Louisiana, with limited exceptions including tipped employees, some student workers, and other exempt occupations. The Louisiana minimum wage was last changed in 2008, when it was raised $0.70 from $6.55 to $7.25. 20 states have raised their minimum wage effective Jan. 1, and at least 4 more will do so in the coming months. And now under a new administration, the federal minimum wage is...
Wishing Buford Huckleberry a Very Happy Birthday and Many ,Many More. Continue to keep "Living Life Likes It's Golden!" Happy Birthday Buford Huckleberry Thursday February 4, 2021....
Hanging tough, glad to be eyeing another thankful year, is Kenneth Moorehead. Everyone knows Kenneth who's been resilient, strong and durable. Happy birthday Kenneth Friday February 5, Love your wife Freda, your family and friends ....
Saturday, February 6, 2021 @ 11:00 a.m. (CST) Overview of Pediatric Environmental Health Associated with Flooding Presented by: Stephen W. Borron, M.D., M.S., FAACT, FACEP, FACMT Relief Physician Toxicology Division Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso Dr. Borron is a native of Texas and completed his undergraduate studies at Texas A&M University. He attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. He completed a 4-year residency in Emergency Medicine at the University of Cincinnati. Following...
While the appearance and reporting of criminal activity has decreased in the Parkview Apartments complex, there is still trouble and areas of discomfort which make some residents live in fear. Are there residents who are not living by guidelines provided by management to eliminate contact with troublemakers? Some residents have close relationships with persons who are prone to commit crimes and they feel that they cannot break ties with them. Some of these persons may be relatives and others may be personal friends or even their “Babies D...
We have been informed that the initial Phase 1A and Phase 1B, Tier 1 of Louisiana’s state vaccine plan are underway. This includes vaccines for high-risk workers in health care settings, high risk responders, residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities and other community-based, congregate living settings where most individuals are receiving care and supervision. Additionally, all people 70 years or older and employees at health facilities are included. The more news aired about the vaccine the more anxious many people are to take th...
When will Black Folks in America be able to be Black? Wouldn’t it be refreshing to be Black without consequences. Black folks, it’s been time to invest and believe in ourselves! Black potential has been stymied by Blacks playing others game! We had our own during segregation until integration robbed us. Hope you don’t get this twisted, to be free in America, you must pay the ultimate price! Don’t go home in others’ heaven die and go to hell!...
Remembering one of the G.O.A.T DJ Star who was a beast on the mic and ones & twos. He left us way too soon on January 26, 2020. Celebrating his legacy is his family, the Radio People Rob Lloyd. In loving memory, gone but never forgotten January 26, 2021!...
Former Monroe resident Mary Delores Williams 84, transitioned January 26, 2021 in Oakland, CA. She was the oldest daughter of Johnnie E. Williams, Sr. and Armender L. Williams. Mary Delores grew up in the Newtown community of Monroe. As a child, Mary Delores confessed Jesus as her Savior and was baptized at Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. She was a 1955 graduate of Carroll High School. For over 30 years, Mary Delores worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Once she retired...
Another young life ended by senseless violence. Why does this continue to happen? Another young person has been taken away from us because of, what? Thirteen-year-old Stanminyunna "Yaya" Cobbs died Friday night (January 22) from a shooting on South Sixth Street in Monroe LA. The young victim was taken to an area hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. The new year is still in its infancy and there have already been several conspicuous shootings in the area that have led to several deaths....
It appears to be a foregone conclusion that not everyone is happy with the result of last week's election of officers to the Monroe City School Board. Former Board President Betty Ward-Cooper was up for reelection to continue her role, but in a twist that may not have been a surprise, Cooper was defeated by Darryl Berry 4-3 from fellow board members. Even before the nominations were taken, local NAACP President, Rev. Ambrose Douzart rose to voice his views to the board. Ambrose rose to voice his opposition to Mr. Berry, saying that he believes...
The Monroe Police Department has finally given the community information regarding the termination of two its high ranking police officers. Former Interim Police Chief Reggie Brown and Sgt. Chuck Johnson both fired by MPD over how they allegedly handled a case involving local Black resident Timothy Williams. Williams, as the community was made aware of an incident involving officers of MPD where he was brutally beaten by officers in April of 2020 and wasn't in the news until Williams filed a...
