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Congratulations Neville High School 2020 Graduate Kennedi Manning. Kennedi is the daughter of Attorney Bobby and Dr. Angela Manning. Wishing Kennedi all the best as she takes another step in life....
The 37th Annual Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship Program was Sunday, July 19, 2020. Guest speaker for the event was Dr. Quentin Holmes, Sr., Assistant Professor of Public Administration at Grambling State University. Due to the pandemic and following the social distancing guidelines, the program was held outside under the porte-cochere (front entrance of the church). Rose of Sharon Membership remained in their vehicles to watch and celebrate graduates and...
CEO and President, Jonathan Viverette’s vision for the app is to promote positivity, prevent cyber bullying and create a space that is safe, fun and inclusive, in the world of social media. Growing up in a small town in Illinois, he witnessed cyberbullying and the ruthlessness of young adults and wanted to create a way to minimize the negativity and give users on social media more control over their own privacy. Specifically, bullying appears to have a relatively high presence among the African American community. Jonathan’s goal and purpose fo...
Gov. John Bel Edwards announced on August 4, 2020 that he will extend his Phase Two order, including the statewide mask mandate, closure of bars to on-site consumption and crowd size limits of no more than 50 people for at least another 21 days. The current order expires on Friday, August 7. Gov. Edwards will sign a new order before the end of the week that extends this order through Friday, August 28. “Louisiana is beginning to see the positive impact of the mask mandate in its COVID-19 data, including a decline in the number of people who a...
Through the school years parents were eager to turn the children over to the teachers at the end of summer vacation. Usually, teachers were also eager to get the children back in the classrooms. However, the teachers are not as comfortable to take on the responsibility of the overall safety of the children during the impact of the coronavirus. After children have spent much of the previous school year at home, things will be different for the children, the parents and the children. It is extremely important that parents TALK with their...
"A Bridge to Equality and Success "Thursday, October 15, 2020, 6 p.m. Monroe Civic Center Bayou Room Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway 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 and for those purchasing at least a half-page ad admission is FREE. Your support can be shown by...
Children obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. Honor your father and mother: which is the first commandment with promise; That it may be well with you, and you may live long on the earth. [ Ephesians 6: 1-3]On August 3, 2020, Mrs. Ella Armstrong Wagner, celebrated her 100th birthday. Mama Ella, as she is affectionately called is the daughter of the late Steve and Liddie Jacob Armstrong. I am sure her longevity comes from being obedient to her parents. Mama Ella is the mother of 13...
Those that pledge their vows before God and man stay together for the duration, going through the good and bad times, while finding the real success of love. Many married couples who say and mean their vows reap the benefits of marriage through love, trust, loyalty, and commitment. Ron and Vera Hunt's love has stood the test of time!...
We see them all the time, mostly unnoticed as they go about handling God's business. Good shepherds do not boast or brag. They are there when you need them. Many times, you don't have to call them, they have that seventh sense and show up right on time. Before God shut the world down, the good shepherds would be everywhere praising God. They just cannot get enough and can't wait until he gives the ok for praise and worship in his house. Thank you, Good Shepherds Pastor William and Sister Wanda...
Thursday, August 6, 2020 AT 6 pm at New St John Baptist Church Monroe LA or Conference Call: 712-770-5354 Code: 255721# PLEASE MUTE YOUR PHONE UNLESS YOU ARE SPEAKING! The purpose of the call meeting is to discuss ways and means of registering new voters and to encourage all voters to be a part of this historic event. This election is of the utmost importance and will determine the quality of life for all of our citizens for the next four years....
Members and friends, you are invited to show your love to our pastor and first lady, Dr. Mark A. and Bobbie Jean Sledge as we celebrate Macedonia Baptist Church Rayville LA, at our annual pastor's anniversary on Sunday August 9,2020. In lieu of the COVID19 pandemic, we ask that family and friends take your gifts and love offerings to Deacon Ernest Brown's home or mail to Macedonia Baptist Church P.O. Box 16, Rayville LA 71269 or cash app $777sledge. Church members are asked to donate $25. We...
Judge Jay McCallum has qualified to run for the open Louisiana Supreme Court position, formerly held by retired Justice Marcus Clark. Judge McCallum, who currently serves on the Second Circuit Court of Appeal, is a much sought-after Continuing Legal Education (CLE) instructor, motivational and inspirational speaker, as well as law enforcement educational instructor. He is best known for using humor to instruct, inspire, and motivate his audience, including commencement audiences of Louisiana...
On July 10, 2020 the Southern University Alumni Monroe Chapter awarded scholarships to three area students. These students will be attending Southern University beginning the fall semester, 2020. The $3,500.00 in scholarships were awarded to Victoria Rencher of Ouachita Parish High School, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Varner Rencher, Jr.; Skylar Parhms of Neville High School, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Carlton Parhms and Brandon Horne of Neville High School, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Marcus Horne....
Happy birthday 101st Birthday Mrs. Naomi Hegwood on August 5. Mt. Zion Church Members are asked to send birthday cards wishing Mrs. Hegwood happy birthday. Love your favorite niece Bessie Larkin....
In Rayville LA and throughout the world, there are Golden Girls like Mrs. Jessie Mae Turner and Mrs. Irma Lee Hunter. Both are phenomenal, blessed while have paid their dues in life. Longevity has it place and so do Golden Girls Mrs. Jessie Mae Turner and Mrs. Irma Lee Hunter still ticking. Hooray Golden Girls! Photo Golden Girls Mrs. Jessie Mae Turner and Mrs. Irma Lee Hunter...
Remembering those times before March 21, 2020, who would have thought the U.S. would have shut completely down even church! These are the time we hope and pray for and when they return, there will be a better appreciation, like no other. Only God could stop the world, changing life while showing us who's in control. Photo At Church 1...
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Harris will no longer be found at Lee Jr. High School Monroe LA, since she has shared her final goodbyes to colleagues and students this year after retiring. A retirement celebration was held on Saturday, August 2, 2020 to commemorate over 20 years at the school. Family, friends, school administrators, and colleagues showed up to send Gwendolyn off in style. Current principal, Mrs. Dana Mullins spoke thoughtful words about her time spent with Gwendolyn along with her brother,...
By Dr Cassandra L. Bailey As the "Stay at Home" public health mandate is gradually lifted in states across the country, there are political actions requiring our attention which must retain our focus. Unless otherwise notified, the presidential election is in November. In the midst of sudden life transformations influenced by the coronavirus, it is crucial that we let our vote be our voice. Now more than ever, completing the census is imperative. Have we forgotten the bewilderment felt about...
by City School Board President Betty Ward-Cooper As the number of COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations continue to increased, I fully support the decision to delay the start of school until late August. We will continue to monitor conditions from day to day, and week to week, and make the adjustments needed to protect the life and health of our students and staff members. No other concerns outweigh, the life and health our school family. In these perilous times, virtual instruction is...
By Eddie D. Gillis Many Black Americans who lived two or three generations ago can remember a black community that was able to sustain itself by having their own businesses. One such example is the area along Desiard Street where the Miller-Roy building is located, but is currently in need of renovating. However, listening to those who can re-live the glory days of that area, just about everything Black people wanted/needed could be found right there. Monroe resident Frank Taylor is one of those individuals and he would like to see a revival...
There are rules to life which all must follow. Many break the rules until they are caught when chaos reigns for some. According to police reports, a vehicle with temporary license tags was traveling south bound down a one-way road with no headlights almost causing an auto accident. After the emergency lights and sirens, police made contact with Suspect Trakeka Charleston, who allegedly had an open container in the cup holder in the vehicle. Upon any traffic stop, police request certain...
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." Proverbs 3: 5 - 6 On August 12, 1953, God blessed the union of the late Jim D. Moore and Maude Bell Moore with another precious girl, Ruby Ardell Robinson. Ruby, affectionately called "Jean", received her heavenly wings on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. She was the youngest of six siblings. Two of her siblings (Bishop Jim D. Moore and Leo Moore) preceded...
Authorities have arrested a man accused of shooting another man in the back. According to court records, the shooting happened on July 26, 2020, at a home in West Monroe. One witness told police that she woke up to a noise and saw the suspect, identified as Takerrius "TJ" Hall, 21, inside the bedroom. She said Hall pointed a gun at the victim's back and shot the victim. Another witness told police he awoke to the sound of a gunshot and saw the suspect run out the back door. Police say there was...
The road home is and always will be heavily traveled by everyone at some point in time. Many look at it as dreadful, while others view it as freedom. One of our own has made it home like all of us will, at one time or another. If possible, rejoice and be glad when that time comes. Hearts are saddened at the passing of Bernadine Staten. Mrs. Staten was a former educator who touched the lives of many students. She had a special gift with people, especially the young. Her wisdom and inspiration...
Sister Lucille Black Lewis was born on March 12, 1966. She was a woman of faith, power and endurance. Sister Lewis departed this world Friday July 24, 2020. She leaves behind a legacy which will remembered and cherished for a lifetime. Her warm God-filled spirit was present with her presence. Her memory of labor is now her reward. Lucille Black-Lewis better known as Cille was born to the late Henry James Black and Pearlie Guillory-Black in Monroe LA. Lucille was a wife and mother of seven...
The march to justice for Timothy Williams took a significant turn when news of Monroe Police Officer Jared Preston Desadier was booked at Ouachita Parish Correctional Center Saturday night (July25). The arrest of Desadier is in conjunction with a lawsuit filed by attorneys on behalf of Williams who alleges that he was beaten by Monroe police officers following an incident that happened April 21. Desadier was charged with malfeasance in office and second-degree battery. A photo provided to the...
Professor Edmund Adjapong, program director in the Department of Educational Studies at Seton Hall University, has published the second volume in a series on what has come to be known as “Hip-Hop Education.”The series is entitled HipHopEd: The Compilation on Hip-Hop Education and is intended to provide new practical and strategic insights for scholars, practitioners, students, community members and policymakers as it relates to working with groups who have faced systemic oppression. In Volume 2: Hip-Hop as Praxis & Social Justice, Adjapong and...
James L Cooley Jr. established the 4200 Group in 2012 while he was enrolled at Arkansas Baptist College in Little Rock, AR. After studying and majoring in business, he decided to move back home to Monroe, LA. That same year he continued to learn good business and entrepreneurial practices from his father. The first products he made for his company were handmade dog houses for dogs that needed shelter. The more dog houses he built the more recognition he received for his talents. It is a start...
The educational foundation of Eta Delta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc. 25th Scholarship Awards was held Saturday June 25, 2020 at Living Water Ministries International in Monroe LA. The theme was Education: Igniting to Impact the New Decade, where ten young male high school scholars were presented $1000 scholarships. Outstanding Scholarship 2020 Award Recipients were Myles Grayson, John Harris, Jalen Jones, Calvin Kemp, Malcolm Moore, Jordan Rabun. Jalen Robinson, Richard Smith, Tanner...
On Monday July 27, 2020 in front of the Monroe Civic Center Arena due to rain, the Monroe Ouachita NAACP voiced peaceful concerns involving Monroe Police Brutality of Timothy Williams, recognizing Congressman John Lewis and Rev. C.T. Vivian. The NAACP led by President Rev, Ambrose Douzart vowed to keep the fight for the rights of all by protests and legal avenues....
The city of Monroe will certainly miss Wince E. Highshaw Jr., who has been a true dedicated community servant. Highshaw has served faithfully and effectively in his position of City Marshall and is indeed a friend to the community. Before becoming an elected official, Mr. Highshaw was always a person who looked out for the people and developed a great rapport in the community. As an independently elected executive officer of the courts in Louisiana, he thoroughly executed the laws and mandates...
Salute to essential workers Antionette Robinson and La'Darrius Goldberry who are employed at Mac's in Monroe and who are "Frontline Heroes" along with many others who serve the world as we continue to face a deadly COVID-19 Virus. They are risking their lives and their family's safety for others. We appreciate Antionette and La'Darrius!...
After being down, not out, Clarence Sharp has his eyes back on the prize and thanking the Lord and a wonderful wife. Although there have been some dreary days, life is alright when you can open your eyes and feel the magic. Praise God for health and strength for a brighter day is still on the horizon! Photo Clarence Sharp...
Rev. Robert Bradford doesn't take chances with his life while staying safe during this COVID -19 Pandemic. He's been staying home following CDC guidelines, social distancing and wearing a mask while in public. He was spotted at a small gathering for a special cause practicing the rules of this new game....
We see them all the time, mostly unnoticed as they go about handling God's business. Good shepherds do not boast or brag. They are there when you need them. Many times, you don't have to call them, they have that seventh sense and show up right on time. Before God shut the world down, the good shepherds would be everywhere praising God. They just cannot get enough and can't wait until he gives the ok for praise and worship in his house. Thank you, Good Shepherds Pastor and Sister Alfred L....
We're still dancing at Dazzle Dance. Coronavirus has changed the game so we've changed also, to a dynamic Dazzle Dance re-invented. Check with us so you can be one of the brightest, rising and talented stars at Dazzle Dance. Photo Dazzle Dancers...
Time brings about changes for the good. When you know better, you do better, which makes life simple not complicated. Celebrating her 31st is Crayies Johnson, who God has truly blessed beyond measure. Happy birthday Crayies, God only made one! It was this time in July, Crayies is cherishing her special moment....
Thanks to all who have donated to the Irma DeTiege Scholarship Fund. The Legendary Irma DeTiege was a motivator, leader and loved people. She was regular and ordinary. Many poured their hearts to her on her couch, while she gave all she had with wisdom and of herself. She went to the grave with many secrets shared. She was a voice of reason, who shared her expertise with the world. Her legacy is celebrated through scholarship for student attending college. She was a former teacher who taught...
"A Bridge to Equality and Success "Thursday, September 3, 2020, 6 p.m. Monroe Civic Center Bayou Room Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway 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 and for those purchasing at least a half-page ad admission is FREE. Your support can be shown by...
By Dr. Cassandra L. Bailey The coronavirus has turned the world upside down. In fact, its global impact might have resulted in this being the first time that individuals can truly identify with what people residing in other parts of the world are feeling. Thanks to the media and our local, state, and national political figures, we are well informed of the alarming impact that COVID-19 has had on the United States and beyond. New York has held the number one position in the highest percentages...
By Eddie D. Gillis The U.S. is going through a transformative period, but where, no one is in a position to say. A nation that was founded on slavery and violence in its' beginning 400 years ago, has come full circle. "Slavery", called America's "original sin", seems to be one sin that no amount of stain cleansing can erase, as the legacy that it has left on America is like a leper being called "unclean". Slavery is an issue that perhaps could have been settled long ago, but the people who...
When children go back to school in a few weeks, it will be vastly different from this time a year ago. A year ago, school districts around the nation and even around the world were making preparations for the start of the new school year. There was excitement in the air, friends who hadn’t seen each other over the summer and those that kept in contact with each other, were all talking about going back to school. Parents were glad for school to start because they knew where their children would be for at least 6-7 hours of the day. But this year...
Each day there are changes in the number of COVID-19 cases in Ouachita parish as well as in the state of Louisiana. At the time of this writing there are 3,916 confirmed cases and 97 deaths in Ouachita Parish. The state of Louisiana has reached over 100,000 cases which led Governor Edwards to extend Phase Two and the statewide mask mandate until August 7, 2020. Due to the alarming increase in the number of cases, Louisiana cannot move forward. There are still persons among us in Ouachita parish who are stating that the entire COVID-19 pandemic...
The family of Robert Dwayne Johnson said that when you see him smile, he is like a "big old baby". They said that he is a gentle person, from the time he was young, into his adult life. But while growing up, Robert developed mental issues that became a hindrance to him, as the family sought medical assistance for him. It was because of those issues that Robert would get into trouble and he wouldn't hurt anyone. But an incident that happened on Sept. 3, 2011 would change Robert's life forever....
March 20, 1949 - July 19, 2020 Eddye Lorraine Hobson was born on March 20, 1949, in Monroe, Louisiana. She transitioned to eternity with her Lord on July 19, 2020, in Garland, Texas. The older of two children, Eddye graduated from Carroll High School and went on to attend Northeast Louisiana University, now University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM), where she focused on Business. She enjoyed a longtime career working in various roles in telecommunication. Eddye was a faithful member of Mt. Hebron...
The City of Monroe welcomed its' new Chief Executive Tuesday afternoon, as Oliver Ellis was sworn in as mayor following an election that was held up by the coronavirus virus, COVID-19. It was a festive day for the new mayor, as he pledged his love and support for a city that he said that he would stand for ,behind and with after taking his oath. Ellis defeated longtime incumbent mayor Jamie Mayo in a race that perhaps surprised many, but a change in the mayor's office has been made. The...
A local man is suing the Monroe Police Department for brutality tactics used against him stemming from an encounter back on April 21. According to reports, Timothy Williams was beaten by Monroe police officers after they stopped him following a "routine" check. According to Williams, he said that he was complying with officers, but became frightened when he "was surrounded" by what he said was "eight or nine" officers and ran. When he realized that an escape was futile, he surrendered, offering...
As part of a sweeping new initiative to challenge racist policing, the ACLU of Louisiana is asking people victimized by racist policing to come forward as potential plaintiffs to challenge these unconstitutional practices. People who have had negative race-based interactions with the police on or after May 1, 2020 can contact the ACLU of Louisiana's Justice Lab at [email protected] or call (504) 522-0628 and leave a message. Justice Lab: Putting Racist Policing on Trial is an intensive litigation effort to challenge racially discriminatory...
LHSAA to Parents and Student Athletes As Executive Director for the LHSAA I and my assistant directors have received a number of emails from parents, athletes and concerned citizens asking the LHSAA not to cancel fall sports in 2020. I want to thank all of you for reaching out and conveying your concerns and know those concerns are shared by this office and its entire staff. I want to utilize this release to publicly acknowledge we have received your emails and we are listening. The LHSAA is an...
Monroe Marshal Chief Robert Cherry has and is a community servant. He is a Carroll Graduate, from the Booker T. Community and a veteran. He gives his time freely and is well know throughout the community as a servant. Photo Robert Cherry...
