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There are some people in our city today make lasting impressions. The magnitude of their services is just impossible to describe. Mr. Rod Washington is this very special person. Words to express our appreciation and gratitude seem limited, but the prompting of our hearts bid us to thank you for a job well done. Thank you Mr. Rod Washington for going above and beyond to assist my grandson, Randall D. Bishop, as he represented the City of Monroe, Little Mister Deltafest 2010- 2011 and 2011-2012....
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...
The Simon and Linzy Families showed Wossman 2020 Graduate Darnell Linzy lots of love on Saturday July 18 in the Boom Boom Room. Family members were masked up while social distancing celebrating with Darnell Linzy. Congratulations Wossman High School 2020 Graduate Darnell Linzy. Wishing Darnell all the best as he takes another step in life. Darnell is the son of Cee Linzy and grandson of Michael and Sharon Thanks to all the families who attended Darnell's celebration....
Oliver "Friday" Ellis fulfilled one of his "high hopes" Tuesday(July 21) when he took the oath of office and became the city of Monroe's next mayor. In an ceremony that was limited in size by those who attended because of COVID-19 concerns, the gravity of the event did not go unnoticed, as the city is getting ready to embark on a new journey led by a man who said that he has high hopes for the city that he loves....
The Robert E. Lee Junior High School Renaming Committee seeks community suggestions for school name change. Names can be submitted at www.mcschools.net, by email at [email protected] or to a committee member no later than July 26, 2020. Committee Members: Marie Brown Ben Peters Dr. Talitha Elliott Dr. Pamela Saulsberry Donniel Hooter Stewart Shelby Sandie Lollie Hilary Sirmon Christine Michener David Sorrell John Navarro Shelton Spivey Community Meeting: Monday, July 27, 2020 from 6:00 p.m.– 7:00 p.m. Robert E. Lee Junior High School - V...
Continuing an agreement to educate and bring awareness to issues impacting our communities, Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) and the University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) are addressing underage drinking, focusing on college campuses. To assist in this effort, Zeta chapter of Pi Sigma Epsilon at ULM developed a series of images and data-driven content. This social media series, guided by NEDHSA, will emphasize the negative effects of alcohol on young adults. "Addiction and recovery are cornerstones of our work, and alcohol is a...
The Jackson Parish Branch NAACP along with District G is urging every voter to vote. If you were not able to vote in the last election, because you were not registered as a Democrat or Republican, now is the time for you to visit your Register of Voters Office and make sure you check the party you want to be affiliated. It's your choice. Nov. 3rd will be too late. You know firsthand how America has changed. Let's be movers and shakers and VOTE as if your life depends on it. Because it does. One vote does make a difference....
Rep. John Lewis 80, the longtime Georgia Congressman and icon of the civil rights movement, died after a battle with pancreatic cancer, Friday July 17, 2020. His death represents the end of an era, not only for Congress but for the country as a whole. A survivor of Alabama's "Bloody Sunday" massacre in 1965 and a protegé of Martin Luther King Jr. who would ultimately inspire Barack Obama to enter public office, Lewis was one of the last living leaders of the civil rights movement. A member of...
By Your Side Legal Services (BYSLS) the first company to offer legal representation during encounters with law enforcement announces their crowdfunding campaign kick that can be viewed at https://igg.me/at/BYSL . The money raised will be used to build an application that connects its clients with lawyers during interactions with law enforcement and to market their services. When BYSLS clients see blue lights in their rear view mirror or are stopped by a police officer on the street they will...
The B Law Firm held a Red Ribbon Cutting to celebrate and open its new Law Firm Friday July 17 at 200 Hudson Lane Suite 5 in Monroe LA. Family, friends and Monroe Chamber of Commerce welcomed Attorney Breshatta Davis to the community. The B Law Firm is also a member of the Monroe Chamber of Commerce....
I Ain’t Mad at You Mayor James E. Mayo, like 2 Pac said and rapped, “I Ain’t mad at you!” Don’t be mad at us, we went fishing Saturday July 11, 2020. They told us the fish were biting at the honey hole. When we got back to the polls, they were closed. You can blame it on COVID-19 or the take the heat. Jealous Player Haters or some say, you gave the keys to the city of Monroe LA to Minister Louis Farrakhan. They hated you before Minister Farrakhan came to Monroe. So, we can’t blame Farrakhan for the outcome of the Mayor’s Election. Yet...
The U.S. Navy celebrated a historic moment this week as it announced Lt. j.g. Madeline Swegle was set to become its first Black female tactical fighter pilot. Swegle has earned her wings as a U.S. Navy fighter pilot and will receive her "Wings of Gold" Thursday July 9, 2020 by the Chief of Naval Air Training. Photo Tactical pilot Lt. j.g. Madeline Swegle...
It's hard to figure how a 62-year-old and a 17-year-old came into contact with other, unless they are family or know each other. Usually when strange events occur, there are one of three reasons. According to police reports on Friday July 9, 2020, police were summoned to the 1600 block of South First Street in Monroe LA to a shooting. Upon officer arrival, a 17-year-old male was found with stab wounds to his back and chest. The youth was transported to a local hospital, succumbing to injuries....
At Richwood High School John Earl "Space Ghost" Gaston anchored a ferocious Richwood Football offensive and defensive line which propelled winning teams. John Earl was a 1969 Richwood Graduate. He was the son of the late Robert and Altha Gaston who was born February 1, 1951. John Earl moved to his eternal home Monday July 13, 2020 following a lengthy illness. He was baptized in the river joining Springhill Baptist Church in Monroe LA, accepted Christ at St. Peter Baptist Church in Monroe LA in...
One of the questions that is being asked in the community following the tragic ending to Errol Johnson's life is, why couldn't police officers wait him out. People are saying that Johnson, being in a motel room with only one way out, may be alive if police officers were a little more patient. Johnson had nowhere to go. He may have surrendered if given more time as there is no "set time". We won't know. According to law enforcement, Johnson was shot after he opened fire on officers. Multiple...
Love is a treasure which is a blessing. Love can carry you farther than money which can make the impossible, possible along with God's Grace and Mercy. Love is patient and kind, while love must be sincere. According to police reports, love took a very serious turn on July 9, when suspect Sabrina Patrick who the victim said was an on and off girlfriend of one year attempted to run over him with her vehicle. The suspect accelerated her vehicle three separate times while the victim was walking on...
If African-Americans needed an incentive to vote in massive voting blocs, they need to look no further than what happened during last Saturday's July 11 mayor's race in Monroe. According to sources, hundreds, if not thousands of potential voters were denied their constitutional right to vote for the candidate of their choice in, you guessed it, predominately black precincts. Sources tell the Monroe Dispatch that the regular polling station at Carroll High School was changed, but none of the...
Monroe native Keenan Cain passed away on July 5, 2020 but leaves behind a brilliant legacy that will be remembered by many. Keenan was born, December 17, 1975 to parents Eddie Johnson Jr. and Pamela Cain. He attended Robinson Elementary, Ouachita Junior High and Ouachita High Schools, then went on to attend Grambling State University. After college, Cain relocated to Cedar Hill, TX where he worked as Associate Vice President of Nation Star Mortgage and Roosevelt Management/ Rushmore Mortgage. Mo...
Attorney Breshatta Davis has preserved, adjusted her game with a praying faithful mother Glenda Davis knows dreams do come true. A dinner-reception was held in her honor recently where family, friends and classmates wished Attorney Davis the best with encouraging words and testimonies. Congratulations Attorney Breshatta Davis! Join the B Law Firm Red Ribbon Cutting on Friday July 17, 2020 at 4:30pm at 200 Hudson Lane in Monroe LA Suite 5. Photo Breshatta 2-Classmates congratulated Attorney...
Both clubs Birthday Fellowship and Tiger Men Fellowship Clubs recognize Dr. Joseph Dr. Joseph Capers, Sr. for his leadership, dedication and continued emphasis on the importance of fellowshipping. Among Dr. Joseph Capers, Sr's accomplishments include retired academic dean and former recruiter of Grambling State University, retired judicial judge and lay person of C.M.E. Churches, second Black car salesperson of Lincoln Parish in the 1970's[JD1] [JD2] , organizer of the birthday and Tiger Men...
Sunday July 12, Zion Spring Baptist Church Monroe LA recognized Pastor Ricky and Sister Linda James for their 4th Anniversary. Due to COVID-19, a parade was held where membership showered the pastor and wife with incredible love and serenaded in song. The new normal was embraced with masks and social distancing by those participating. Happy 4th Anniversary Pastor Ricky and Sister Linda James! Praise God for your unrelenting faithfulness and attentiveness to spreading the Word. Photo Zion 4th...
On Friday July 10, 2020, the Monroe/Ouachita Chapter of Grambling University Alumni Association awarded their annual scholarships for 2020. Each recipient received a $1,500 award. The scholarship recipients for 2020 are Jasmine Crawford, graduate of Neville High, who is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Roderick Crawford ; Myles Grayson of Ouachita High, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Kelvin Grayson and Amber Harris of Carroll High, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. DeSean Harris....
Certainly, congratulations are in order for newly elected mayor, Friday Ellis. He comes to the position of leader of the city of Monroe as a guy with little to no administrative and management experience. One of the major reasons that Mayo was trying to get re-elected was to maintain essential ongoing city business and to embark on newly planned innovative projects for the city. Of course, with this loss, those plans will not take place. However, Mayo can reflect proudly on all of the accomplishments he made during his close to 20 years of expe...
Hoax: (n) humorous or malicious deception, practical joke, deceive (a person) with a hoax. To swindle, trick, (con) snow job, gyp, deception, flimflam, defraud, cheat, trick and bamboozle. That’s quite a collection of meanings for one word. That also happens to be the one word that President Donald Trump uses when he has nothing else to say. If the president ever goes on trial in a real court (not one run by Republican senators), he would have a difficult time explaining to jurors how every time someone disagrees with him on a particular s...
The 37th Annual Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship Program will be held on Sunday, July 19, 2020, at 8:30 am. The speaker for the event is 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 will be held outside under the porte-cochere (front entrance of the church). You may also remain in your cars to watch and help celebrate our...
“Deacons for Defense and the Civil Rights ‘Removement’” surely and hopefully inspired thought-provoking conversation. After all, inside the climate of continuous assaults against black lives, the attempts and successes toward revoking the freedoms of African Americans are immeasurable and unrelenting. Plus, he had a loving personality, a listening ear, and a winning smile. So, when we heard a rumor that he was going to be fired, we filed into the hallway in loud protest. That incident became a catalyst for all our grievances. With assista...
Brooke Foy, Rodrecas Davis and Vitus Shell are three local artists that may not be known to many in the Monroe area, but they have a big dream in mind. The three millennial artists went before the Monroe City Council Tuesday (July 14) night to present their presentation of having a Black Lives Matter Street Mural on DeSiard St. in the near future. Saying that mural would be a tribute to the movement that has occurred around the nation following the controversial deaths of George Floyd and...
James Savannah says that for a long time, he was a bitter person. Savannah said that because of circumstances that happened to him at an early age, left him with a hatred for people that he says, did him wrong. Savannah went to jail for some youthful indiscretions that he felt was unjustified when it came to his sentencing, and also the fact that his lawyer abandoned him. Add to the fact, that as a diabetic, he didn’t receive the kind of medical attention while incarcerated Savannah eventually went blind. Savannah was an angry man. But t...
New Ouachita Parish High School Head Girls' Basketball Coach Chrissy Givens was named Thursday July 9. Givens was a former Ouachita Lady Lions who lead a 2003 squad to a LA State Basketball Title. She is a former Middle Tennessee State University and WNBA Detroit Shock Basketball Star. Coach Chrissy Givens is the daughter of Tillman & Mattie Givens. Photo Chrissy Givens...
…and what blacks must learn to survive this new economy By Solomon Ali, Private Equity Investor It is important for Black Americans to understand that if you invest some money for 13 months you will pay less on that investment income in the form of capital gains tax than you will on your earned salaried income. The more that pyramid flips in the favor of investment income or passive income, the less tax you will pay. “The Borrower is Slave to the Lender” – Proverbs 22:7 As Black Americans, we are a spiritual people and always have been. I...
Added to this list of frustrations, Mayor Thompson was left holding the bag in trying to run a town with an antiquated, neglected, water and sewerage system that should have been replaced years ago. Water pipes were bursting night and day all over the town. Mayor Thompson did the best he could do under a situation where there were little or no funds to handle these problems while at the same time he was hit with a rapid turnover in staff. White staff members, the brain trust at town hall (who ha...
Thank You Monroe! Let me begin this final column by expressing my gratitude to the Monroe Dispatch for affording me the opportunity to share positive columns about the many projects, initiatives, and efforts of the City of Monroe during my term as Mayor. I want to congratulate Friday Ellis as the next Mayor for Monroe. Also, Congrats to Juanita Woods, Gretchen Ezernack and Kema Dawson as councilmembers for the next four years. These are difficult times and I sincerely wish them well. I want to...
Mayor-Elect, Friday Ellis has announced the appointment of a transition team that will lead the integration of the new Administration for the City of Monroe. Ellis, who was elected with 52 percent of the vote on July 11th, will take office following a pending ruling from the Secretary of State and Attorney General. “Throughout the campaign, I laid out a vision based upon citizen and business feedback. This team will develop a plan that ensures we can begin tackling key issues the day we take office without losing any time,” Ellis said. “The dec...
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated – Omicron Iota Omega Chapter, West Monroe, LA awarded over $ 7,000 in college scholarships to – phenomenal, high scholastic graduating seniors on June 26, 2020. Amidst COVID-19, members of Omicron Iota Omega Chapter recognized the 2020 Scholarship recipients with excellence and elegance. Fan and fare were the theme for the day. Each recipient enjoyed a celebratory reception at their home while being honored with a scholarship check and commemorative sign f...
It goes without saying yet was bitter, the results from Saturday July 11 election. For the people who know better its hard, yet all you can do is count it all as joy. Brenda Shelling was among the many supporters of Mayor Jamie Mayo is still reeling as many other supporters....
PARENTS CONCERNS AND QUESTIONS OF RE-OPENING SCHOOLS Parents are aware that final decisions will be made by State Department of Education, the CDC and possibly local school boards may have some input. Admittedly, some parents do not know what concerns to have at this point. However, there are questions and concerns which may reflect the majority of parents. · Will students be required to wear masks on the school bus and how will bus loads be handled considering the COVID-19 guidelines of social distancing and masks? · Is the school district p...
Attorney Breshatta Davis has preserved and adjusted her game with a praying faithful mother Glenda Davis by her side. A dinner-reception was held in her honor recently where family, friends and classmates wished Attorney Davis the best with encouraging words and testimonies. Congratulations Attorney Breshatta Davis! Join the B Law Firm Red Ribbon Cutting on Friday, July 17, 2020 at 4:30PM at 200 Hudson Lane in Monroe, LA, Suite 5. Photo Breshatta 7036-Valerie Amendolla, Attorney Breshatta Davis...
Join The B Law Firm Red Ribbon Cutting is July 17, 2020, 4:30pm 200 Hudson Lane Monroe LA Suite 5. Photo Attorney Breshatta Davis...
Wendell Matthews was a football star in the 1980's who was born October 30, 1967. He was a great student and respected his elders growing up. Matthews starred on the Carroll Football Team gathering honors and graduating. His ferocious play as a football lineman gained the attention of Grambling State University where he starred on the football team. Matthews went on to graduate from Grambling, beginning in a new life as an adult with the tools and resources to become prosperous. He met the love...
Everyone has a choice or a right to participate in the voting process as a candidate or voter. What’s amazing in the political arena are those who are political stunters. Political stutters enter elections with no true political platform nor are they trying to really win an election. They are simply used as political pawns to take votes from other candidates. They fool their friends, then their friends fool others into believing they are viable sincere candidates. Some political stutters don’t realize that every voter isn’t falling for the t...
A white owner of one of the area’s consortium of funeral homes is under fire for comments that he allegedly made on social media about Afro-Americans. Kenneth Griffin, owner and operator of Griffin Funeral Home located in Monroe/West Monroe allegedly wrote comments saying, “you blacks never did anything positive for the country. We wouldn’t expect your kind to get it”. According to sources, when confronted over the message, Griffin did not explicitly deny that he wrote the words. Sources also said that Griffin allegedly refused to delete...
According to Louisiana State Police and U.S. Marshals Service reports, a hunt for Suspect Erroll Johnson 31, who was accused of attempted murder of a LA State Trooper on Sunday July 5, came to an end on Wednesday July 8, 2020. Witnesses witnessed a strong police presence on the east side of Monroe LA where LA State Police and other law enforcement converged on the Red Roof Inn on Hwy 165. Witnesses on the scene saw the tragic shooting unfold. Some witnesses reported the suspect shot himself...
The road to eternity has no time, age or expiration date. When we leave home or wherever, there is never a return guaranteed. An accident involving fireworks has claimed the life of Damorrious Hollins 21, on Thursday July 2, 2020. Hollins was on the Roy Neal Shelling School Parking Lot when a firework he set off exploded. He suffered injuries to his hip and leg. Hollins was transported to a local hospital where he passed due to the severity of fireworks accident. Family and friends are saddened...
The chilling reports of the deaths of two transgender women in Louisiana both black, shows us a segment of the population that has been marginalized; continues to suffer. According to reports, the women were identified as Draya McCarty and Shakie Peters. Their bodies were found in Baton Rouge and Amite respectively. As of press time, there has been limited information released by law enforcement regarding the women's deaths, as agencies say that they are working to resolve those cases. However,...
All too often, we have a tendency to only recognize our blessings once they are gone. Don't let that be our downfall this year. Your right to vote was hard-won through years of strife and challenge. Don't be fooled today into squandering it in our upcoming elections. Mayor Jamie Mayo is up for reelection this year. He has served Monroe well, and has had particular allegiance to Monroe's African American communities. Under the Mayo administration, the City of Monroe has enjoyed some of its best f...
Jonesboro's Mayor, Leslie Thompson has gone "through the fire" as some religious folks might say, seeing the mayor still has legal hurdles that he must overcome. Ever since Thompson won his first term as mayor, he has had to face one legal obstacle after another because of the way that he tried to be a good mayor for Jonesboro. Thompson faced a hostile environment when he first assume office as mayor, as there were some racial overtones from certain people in/around Jonesboro. Thompson also...
Ouachita/Morehouse District Attorney Steve Tew has been nominated without opposition as the First Vice President of the Louisiana District Attorneys Association (LDAA). His term will begin on August 15, 2020. As a result, Mr. Tew will be the President Elect of the LDAA for the term beginning August 15, 2021. "The appreciation of Steve Tew's experience and participation on the LDAA Board is reflected in the unanimous support he received to be our next First Vice President," said DA John Belton,...
With no regard for race, creed, color or ethnic origin, graduating high school students who plan to attend and enroll at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in the fall immediately following their graduation may apply. Students who enroll in Southern University and A & M College, the scholarship value is doubled. The James H. Gray Foundation Scholarship is funded by Patterson & Associates of Monroe, LLC. Steffen Lewis has been accepted into the University of Arkansas Medical...
…and what blacks must learn to survive this new economy By Solomon Ali, Private Equity Investor We Now Know That Aesthetics Do Not Equal Wealth. How is Wealth Really Defined? The longer you can go without working and still have the ability to meet your financial obligations and retain your current lifestyle, the wealthier you are. Could you go one month, three months, six months, a year, without working? Or do you need that next paycheck to make ends meet and keep your creditors at bay? The wealthy always save and invest aportion of their i...
In a Louisiana Legislative Season shortened by a pandemic that limited the people's ability to advocate for their issues, Democrats stood up for the working families and small businesses of Louisiana. Thanks to The House Democratic Caucus, essential workers on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic will receive a $250 bonus. The money will go to health care workers, first responders, bus drivers, grocery workers and others in essential positions. House Democrats helped pass the Main Street...
