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Parkview has a problem. A big one. According to Monroe Mayor, Friday Ellis, it is one that has been a thorn in the city's side for the last twenty years. In a press release, the mayor said, "The situation at Parkview is deplorable and has put a tremendous strain on the residents and law enforcement". Friday continued by adding that, "The safety and security of the residents of Parkview is our number one priority. We believe that it is time for the owners to take whatever steps necessary to do...
Community Concerns Monroe/Ouachita NAACP, along with other members of the community have some questions and concerns that need to be answered in reference to the police raids in the black neighborhoods. The problems black communities had with policing for years are still the problems we face today. These problems are that people’s basic human rights are being violated, particularly in reference to crime and due process. The NAACP along with the black community greatly appreciate concern for safety or the right of a society to be protected f...
Margie Deloris Harris Davis graced the world with her presence on a bright and blessed day of July 17, 1947. She was born in Monroe, Louisiana the third child to the late Thomas and Lucille Harris. Margie was a 1965 graduate of Richwood High School. She pursued a nursing career and graduated from Delta Ouachita Vocational School practical nursing program in 1972. She then furthered her nursing career at Northeast Louisiana University where she received a bachelors in nursing in 1978. She...
Community action group P.E.E.P. will host their annual Thanksgiving Event on Saturday November 21, 2020 at 11am at the P.E.E.P. Corporate Office at 1411 Orange St. in Monroe LA. According to P.E.E.P. President Kenneth Wilson, 125 turkeys will be provided to needy families with all the trimmings which traditionally come with a hearty Thanksgiving Dinner. P.E.E.P. has been the light in dark places for 25 years now while each year God has blessed P.E.E.P. to reach more families. With this year...
Please pray for Casey Buck Anders, Jr. who is hospitalized following a accident which happen allegedly at a trail ride this weekend. "Buck" is well-known in the trail ride circuit throughout out many states in the U.S. He is one of the top horse men having many competition horses. At a trail ride, "Buck" suffered some severe life-threatening injuries. Please remember Buck in your prayers. There three sides to every story. This was one side of this story. The Monroe Dispatch welcomes another or...
A note for Thea; Dear Thea, the day has come and now you rest in a peaceful slumber. We miss you already. We miss your smile that greeted us. We miss your voice on the calls as we coordinated homecoming activities. We miss your energy and enthusiasm for dancing; your zest for cruising; and zeal for showing that friendship is essential. You touched us all in a special way one that cannot be duplicated because you will forever be one of a kind. Love and heavenly hugs to our dear classmate, Thea...
At Neville High School 2020 Homecoming, Senior Maid Jaylie White was on the homecoming court on Friday October 30, 2020 at Bill Ruple Stadium Monroe LA. Congratulations Neville Senior Maid Jaylie White, who was escorted by her father James White....
One of the ten Commandments is to honor thy father and mother. It's very important to respect your parents. Some find it difficult; others have harsh memories which may have been forgiven but not forgotten. Sometime growing up memories become nightmares which turn into a continuous cycle of abuse to those most vulnerable the children. It's a vicious sequence which is invisible on the outside yet prevalent on the inside of those affected. According to police reports on October 4, police were...
"If I didn't tell those incompetent officers that I was an LSU football player, there's no telling if I wouldn't be here to tell my story", said LSU football player Koy Moore. Why are those words so important to a young Black man who was stopped by cops that hasn't (as of press time) been explained by law enforcement officials in Baton Rouge or the mayor, as to why Moore was stopped. It only adds to the narrative of how Black men are continued to be signaled out by police officers, adding...
The Louisiana Association of School Superintendents has named Sheldon Jones, superintendent of the Richland Parish Schools, as the 2021 Louisiana Superintendent of the Year. Jones was presented the award during an opening session at the association's Fall Conference held on Nov. 4-6 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Baton Rouge....
The tree fell in the forest and it did make a sound returning thousands veterans home to their families. Freedom has a high price tag, and these US Veterans gave their lives to defend our country. On Veteran's Day Wednesday October 11, these like the many countless who are able to still be on this side of the earth are true heroes. Their service to their country goes far beyond anything else. America called and they served. See other Veterans on page...
Last Friday November 13, DownSouth Sports Magazine's Game of the Week's Most Valuable Player was Neville's Brett Battleford. The Tigers' quarterback help lead the Tigers to a 38-15 victory over district 4-A foe, Bastrop Rams. Battleford ran for 2 touchdowns and rushed for 102 yards on 12 carries. Pictured along with Brett is Neville Head Coach, Jeff Tannehill. The DownSouth Sports MVP is sponsored by The Monroe Dispatch and Aubrey's Graphic Designs....
It was an idea perhaps with good intentions, but one where the start of it, may not be so good. The Monroe City Schools Board will implement a new school concept called "Flex Day", where teachers within the District will have a day to "let teachers have more time to plan, meet with parents or work with students more intensely", according to Superintendent Brent Vidrine. It was also to be a way for the District to get a better handle on how to further address the complications and stress that is...
NOVA (New Opportunities Vision and Achievement) Workforce Institute of Northeast Louisiana graduated 28 participants in its first drive-thru ceremony which was held on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church in Monroe, La. NOVA Graduates completed training through the Career Readiness / Essential Skills Program. This training prepared the Graduates to fill high-demand jobs in the Northeast Louisiana Region. Job placement assistance for these Graduates is ongoing and...
President-Elect Joe Biden & Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris! from Louisiana Federation of Democratic Women (LFDW)Join us https://bontempstix.com/organizations/LFDWThe Blue Wall Was Resurrected! Record Voter Turnout! HELP TO ELECT DEMOCRATS REV. RAPHAEL WARNOCK AND JON OSSOFF in Georgia; helping Democrats to take back the U.S. Senate: https://www.gasenate.com. Donate, Phonebank, Text bank For more information, call 318.600.5644 or email: join [email protected]“ Uniting Democratic Women in Louisiana” Board Betty Ward-Cooper, President; Ali...
Recently at Greater New Hope Baptist Church in Monroe LA, 1000 food boxes were distributed to those in need in our community. Greater New Hope Pastor William Ross and his faithful membership dispersed food boxes courtesy of the Greater Louisiana Baptist Convention Baton Rouge LA and Farmers to Families. Photo Greater New Hope Food Boxes-Sister Mary Bryant and members load food boxes. Photo Greater New Hope Food Boxes 1- Greater New Hope Church Members pass out boxes of food. Photo Greater New...
FROM: Monroe-Ouachita Chapter Grambling University National Alumni Association The Current status: As you are aware, colleges, and universities in Louisiana have been devastated by recent and consistent budget cuts, having lost over 57% of state revenue in the past 12 years. With the support of local dues, and annual fundraisers, our chapter has tried to do its part. However, with your support, we can do more and make a difference. From the Monroe-Ouachita Chapter: -Presented no fewer than 3 academic financial scholarships annually, totaling...
On March 11, 2020, Gov. John Bel Edwards declared that a state wide public health emergency existed in Louisiana because of COVID-19 and on March 16, he ordered the closure of bars and nightclubs. An ordinance introduced before the Monroe City Council requesting a “one time” waiver of Class A License Fees for bars and nightclubs that were unable to open during the COVID-19 pandemic was up for final passage at Tuesday (Nov.10) night’s city council meeting. By a 4-0 vote, council members passed the ordinance. Council Chairman Doug Harvey was a...
Wille Davis Dozier, Sr, was born on Monday, August 6, 1945, in Newellton, Louisiana. He accepted Christ into his life at an early age and was baptized at Tried Stone Baptist Church, Monroe, Louisiana. Later joining Zion Traveler Baptist Church also in Monroe. Upon moving to Dallas, he united with Antioch Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church before moving his membership to Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship Church, where he remained until his passing. Willie's Elementary education began in Newellton,...
In 5 Louisiana men would not reach out for mental health help, reveals study. 28% of men admit they have reached for alcohol to help their anxiety. Over half of men say not meeting friends during social distancing has affected their mental health. According to a study by the CDC*, nearly 1 in 10 (8.5%) men across the US have experienced feelings of depression and anxiety on a daily basis. However, less than half (41%) have sought help from a mental health professional. With depressive symptoms manifesting differently** in men compared to...
Monroe LA was designated as one of the 3rd poorest cities in the U.S. years ago. There are many elephants in the room which need addressing while one is poverty. Besides education woes, poverty has and will have a strangle hold in Monroe and many cities and towns throughout LA. Many act as poverty doesn't exist, while its one of the major reasons causing violent crime. No community will be immune from crime in poverty places like Monroe. According to police reports, a shooting took place on...
Mrs. Herberdenia "Algie" (White) Kindle was born November 15, 1928 in Monroe, Louisiana. She was the eldest of 6 girls born to the late Mr. & Mrs. Nathaniel & Katie White. Herberdenia's early education was in Quachita Parish, Louisiana. She attended The Monroe Colored High School, in Monroe, Louisiana and later attended Grambling State University pursuing a degree in education. While at Grambling State University she became a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Herberdenia met Nathe...
Parkview has a problem. A big one. According to Monroe Mayor, Friday Ellis, it is one that has been a thorn in the city's side for the last twenty years. In a press release, the mayor said, "The situation at Parkview is deplorable and has put a tremendous strain on the residents and law enforcement". Friday continued by adding that, "The safety and security of the residents of Parkview is our number one priority. We believe that it is time for the owners to take whatever steps necessary to do...
One of the ten Commandments is to honor thy father and mother. It's very important to respect your parents. Some find it difficult; others have harsh memories which may have been forgiven but not forgotten. Sometime growing up memories become nightmares which turn into a continuous cycle of abuse to those most vulnerable the children. It's a vicious sequence which is invisible on the outside yet prevalent on the inside of those affected. According to police reports on October 4, police were...
"If I didn't tell those incompetent officers that I was an LSU football player, there's no telling if I wouldn't be here to tell my story", said LSU football player Koy Moore. Why are those words so important to a young Black man who was stopped by cops that hasn't (as of press time) been explained by law enforcement officials in Baton Rouge or the mayor, as to why Moore was stopped. It only adds to the narrative of how Black men are continued to be signaled out by police officers, adding...
The Louisiana Association of School Superintendents has named Sheldon Jones, superintendent of the Richland Parish Schools, as the 2021 Louisiana Superintendent of the Year. Jones was presented the award during an opening session at the association's Fall Conference held on Nov. 4-6 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Baton Rouge. Photo Richland Superintendent Sheldon Jones...
The tree fell in the forest and it did make a sound returning thousands veterans home to their families. Freedom has a high price tag, and these US Veterans gave their lives to defend our country. On Veteran's Day Wednesday October 11, these like the many countless who are able to still be on this side of the earth are true heroes. Their service to their country goes far beyond anything else. America called and they served. See other Veterans on page Photo Veterans – Wilson Wilson & Lt. C...
On Sunday November 8, 2020, True Vine Baptist Church Monroe LA held a Veterans' Celebration. Special guests was Carroll High School Airforce Jr. ROTC under the direction of Lt Colonel Reginald Williams, C/Capt Ashley White and C/Capt Lamario Price presented an Awesome Religious Flag Folding Ceremony. C/MSgt Chassidy Cooper gave the definition of the 12 folds....
Hard to believe, yet real and living life with a different vision of life retired. Delta Sandra Shaw called it quits a year ago while feeling and looking good!...
On Friday November 6, at the Monroe City Classic Carroll Wossman Football Game at Wossman Grady Jones Stadium in Monroe LA, both Wossman and Carroll High Schools paid homage to the late Carroll/Wossman Football Coach and former Wossman Football Standout the late Osario Kyles. Tributes, accolades and mementos were presented to his family by both schools. What a kind gesture to Osario!...
Wossman Fan and Alumni Antoinette Robinson had a ball at the Monroe City Classic at Wossman between rival Carroll. It was classic high school football between two great football programs on Friday November 6. which was more than a game during this unusual 2020 year. Antoinette was down with the Wildcats win, lose or draw....
At the Monroe City Classic Carroll Wossman Football Game found Wossman Fans Charmae Davis and Za'Charria Hodges who enjoyed the game, but didn't like the outcome on Friday November 6 at Wossman's Grady Jones Stadium in Monroe LA....
United Way of Northeast Louisiana has been a pillar in the community for over 64 years, working with volunteers, donors, and other organizations locally to create lasting community change in the areas of education, health, and financial stability—the building blocks for a good quality of life. But in 2020, responding to emergency needs in the 12-parish region kept United Way busier than ever before. “2020 has been extraordinarily difficult,” said Amy Sawyer, United Way NELA Board Chair. “From a global pandemic to two natural disasters, we have...
NOVA (New Opportunities Vision and Achievement) Workforce Institute of Northeast Louisiana will graduate 28 participants in its first drive-thru ceremony which will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 5:30 pm at The Rose of Sharon Baptist Church in Monroe LA. NOVA Graduates completed training through the Career Readiness / Essential Skills Program. This training prepared the graduates to fill high-demand jobs in the Northeast Louisiana Region. Job placement assistance for these Graduates is ongoing and proceeding as planned. Many of the...
Early Saturday evening, November 7, 2020 a few elder sisters of True Vine Baptist Church in Monroe LA were seen decorating the outside of the church, celebrating the newly elected President, Joe Biden, and Vice President, Kamala Harris while getting ready for a Veteran's Celebration Sunday November 8.. The church has transitioned to a socially distanced church service right outside the church's front doors....
City Marshal-City Court City of Monroe elect Robert Cherry campaigned, waited patiently while capturing 51% of the vote in the Monroe City Marshal Race over four challengers. Steve Tew will return as 4th Judicial Court District Attorney in a close race over challenger G. Mennon Campbell Jr. Other winners Supreme Court Jay McCallum, District 5 Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell, 4th Judicial District Court Div. B Sharon Marchman and 4th Judicial District Court Div. E Walt...
Charles David Hill Sr., the father of Donald Sr., Rickey, Charles Jr., and Tremaine Hill, Rita, Terry and Howard "Ray Richardson was born in Choudrant LA February 26, 1934. He was raised up on farms as a child in Downsville, Bosco, Buckhornbend and on North 18th St. in Monroe LA, where Brookshires is today. Charles's Father was Libert Hill who was a professional farmer. While living in Monroe LA, Charles worked for B.F. Goodrich Tire Store which was located on North 9th and Louisville Ave. drivi...
A shooting on Montgomery Ave. in West Monroe LA on October 10 has landed two suspects in jail charged with second degree murder. According to police reports two victims were shot numerous times with a small caliber firearm and a shotgun during a robbery. The male victim was shot multiple times in the leg and torso and the female victim also was shot multiple times by two suspects. Both victims have recuperated physically from injuries, while mentally that might be another story as to the trauma...
The best thing next to money or the other way around is love. It's a feeling like no other happy, mad or sincere. When love takes a different turn from the normal, be on guard while protecting yourself. It could be the chase of your life. According to police reports, a verbal dispute took a turn for the worse when the victim stated his live-in girlfriend, suspect Tamera S. Heckard of over a year chased him down a gravel road with a butcher knife. The victim was struck with a picture frame in...
Charles "Jack" Jackson 62, was a unique wonderful guy who was well known and respected in the community. "Jack" was a Richwood High School Graduate. He worked for the City of Monroe where he retired. He departed this world on Wednesday October 28, 2020. "Jack" was courteous and kind to those who knew him. He thought the world of others and gave praise if it was deserved. He was a proud husband, father and provider who took care of his family. "Jack" was whiz with numbers while he ranked high in...
Newspaper Retraction in the article Carjacking Death in the Monroe Dispatch October 29-November 4, 2020 edition was printed that Dennis Reed was the victim of a carjacking death. This information was incorrect, and Dennis Reed was not the victim of a carjacking. The Monroe Dispatch apologizes to the Reed Family for our incorrect newspaper reporting. Dennis Reed 56, was a loving caring husband, father and grandfather loved by many who was born July 25, 1964.. Dennis loved the outdoors. He loved...
Possibly, the best way for a community to come together to fight crime is to unite to establish means of crime prevention. Help is needed from law enforcement agencies, social services organizations, church leaders and residents. The thought of Neighborhood Watch may sound antiquated, but neighbors need to look out for each other. This is one way of knowing, communicating, and establishing means of watching each other's back. Residents should come together to approach landlords to seek...
Monroe Housing Authority Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House was held Thursday October 29, 2020 at Preservation Mills affordable single -family rental homes for working families. Preservation Mills is a housing infill project consisting of 23 newly constructed single-family homes. These homes were developed in between Peach and Beauregard Streets along South 3rd and 4th Street. This project of a Neighborhood Revitalization effort through partnership with the City of Monroe...
At Neville High School 2020 Homecoming, Miss Neville/Homecoming Queen-Anna Grace Hansen was crowned by Neville Principal Mickey McCarty on Friday October 30, 2020 at Bill Ruple Stadium Monroe LA. Congratulations Miss Neville Anna Grace Hansen. Also pictured with Miss Neville is her sister Lela Hansen, dad Mr. Hansen and Principal Mickey McCarty....
Voting is a fundamental right for every adult citizen in a democracy. Everybody’s vote does matter always. As reflected in the most recent election, voting is power. As you reviewed the election results, you could readily see the importance of the votes. Whether your candidate or proposition came out of the process with the majority of the votes or not, you could see that the most votes made a significant difference. voting did not matter much, we would not have seen efforts to make it harder for certain people to vote. For voters of color, eng...
Happy Centennial Birthday to Mr. Woodrow Jenkins-- one of Monroe's longtime residents and business owners. Hallelujah, congratulations, and all of the other kudos to you, Mr. Jenkins! You've hit the BIG ONE: 100 Years Young and still going strong! What a blessed privilege -- a momentous occasion -- it is to celebrate a Century of longevity -- the 100th birthday of an incredibly special Monroe giant ever so worthy of this honor! We not only acknowledge but also revere his historical 100th...
NOVA Class of 2020 First Drive Thru Graduation Thursday November 12, 5:30pm Rose of Sharon Baptist Church 716 Martin Luther King Dr. Monroe LA. For more information call or email Sherry Foy at 318.855.1923 or [email protected]...
At Wossman High School in Monroe LA the 2020 cheerleaders are ready to lead Wossman Sports Team to victory. Wossman Cheerleaders are Srilanka Barber, Amaya Jackson, China Miller, Makayla Jackson, Destiny Strawder, Roniya Carter, Kennedy Jackson, Kelliah Coleman, Jasimyan Tugler, Amwsha and Camora Collins, Janea Brown, Sajahnae Burrell and Navarre Flintroy....
What the Dreams of Children Mean for Twenty-First Century America? Every child — regardless of socioeconomic status — deserves to be a success story. Period. Dr. Irwin Redlener is a pediatrician, author and activist who is recognized as one of America’s foremost disaster and pandemic experts. His latest release, The Future of Us, addresses the very serious, grown-up business of fulfilling the promises and potential of all children, and how this could impact America’s next generation of youth in a post-pandemic world. “Motivating and immensely...
Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans, that is, persons who have served in the United States Armed Forces (and were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable). Honoring True American Heroes 2nd Lt. Edmond Ray Johnson is a 2010 Carroll High School and a 2015 Southern University Graduate Baton Rouge. He is stationed in Colorado Springs Colorado. Sgt. Edward Ray Johnson...
