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By Pastor Vance A. Price By definition, a mayor is the chief executive official of a town, village or city. This office and title are so unique, that there is no synonym, metonym, or any other word that is equivalent to the word mayor. The uniqueness of this word suggests that anyone who fills this office or wears the title must reflect such a uniqueness from within. The qualities of a mayor go beyond accomplishments than can be listed on a resume, or words that are engraved upon a plaque that...
What is organic Mango Butter? Mango butter is an organic rich moisturizer for your hair and skin. Where does organic Mango Butter come from? The mango butter is extracted from the mango fruit seed which creates a butter naturally. The properties of the mango butter has vitamins A, C, E, and Omega 9. Whipped Mango Butter Skin/Hair Product The organic mango butter is blended with organic oils from seeds creating the final product whipped Mango Butter. The Organic Whipped Mango Butter is nourishment naturally for the entire body which helps...
No community is immune to gun violence. Gun violence has no warning signs, horns blaring or light flashing signals. It does not matter the time or day its threatening to those who are involved or not. One never knows the day, time or event when danger lurks. According to police reports on April 16, 2020, police were called to a drive-by shooting on Barlow Street in Booker T. In Monroe LA. The victim's residence had been shot at four times from the street where a bullet traveled through a window...
On U. S. Highway 165 South in Monroe LA at night, walking pesdestrians are at the mercy of drivers due to the extreme darkness of the stretch of road from Winnsboro Road to Richwood High School. It's been a hazard and until the lights are placed on this section of the Highway numerous more lives will be lost. State Officials have been scrambling to addresses this issue while the need was the previous lives which have already been lost. Aaron Akins was struck by vehicle Friday April 17 on U.S...
White people have figured out how to protect themselves from coronavirus. But, the COVID-19 infection curve may or may not be flattening for Black, Brown and Indigenous people White people, historically speaking, have been very comfortable building their economies on top of Black, Brown, and Indigenous bodies. This nation was born of genocide and slavery. It was raised on exploitation and exclusion. And in the face of death, Whiteness will feed Black, Brown, and Indigenous bodies to the beast long before it protects us as Brothers and Sisters...
"The Lord Is My Shepherd, I Shall Not Want." Psalms 23:1 Brother William Green, Jr. was born on October 5, 1950 in Monroe, Louisiana to Mr. William Green, Sr., and Mrs. Louise Moore Green. He was baptized at an early age by Reverend C. L. Simmons. He was a lifetime member of the Beth Eden Missionary Baptist Church. William graduated in 1968 from Carroll High School. In 1970 he joined the U. S. Army. After his discharge from the military, he was employed as a postman for the U. S. Postal...
Star Athlete Lewis Williams, they called him "POKEY" was a three-sport athlete at Richardson High School in West Monroe LA in the late 1960's. He played quarterback on Richardson's Football Team that won the LIALO "AA" State Football Championship in 1967 and 1968. In that two-year span, Richardson only lost one game and that was to then powerhouse Richwood High Rams in Monroe LA. "Pokey" was a shooting guard, and a three-year letterman on Richardson's powerhouse basketball team. He earned an...
It appears that the Coronavirus is a manmade laboratory germ meant to cause suffering and death against the world's poor, Blacks, Hispanics, and other minority groups worldwide. The perpetrators of the evil conspiracy undoubtedly didn't anticipate the ultimate overall adverse effects the virus would produce throughout all manmade institutions, segments, sectors, communities, and livelihoods. The Coronavirus inventors didn't consider that God knows all, and has revealed the evil intent of Satan soldiers, who created the virus for self-serving,...
According to unconfirmed sources, multiple youths escaped from the Swanson Youth Center here in Monroe on Sunday morning (April 19). If, what some are saying is true, the community needs to hear from officials at Swanson. Residents will recall that it was only several weeks ago, that two inmates escaped from the facility by going over a fence, but they were soon captured. The community was notified in that instance. The community needs answers to questions such as, how did the incident start. Ho...
Irma DeTiege was a nobody who became somebody. She emerged from the cotton fields of Riverton LA to North 11th St. across the street from Zion Traveler Church in Monroe LA. She was a very poor girl who struggled to success. We celebrate her legacy by honoring deserving students with a scholarship in her memory. Thanks to The Clark Company Properties of Monroe and Odell "Cuz" Jackson who've donated to the Irma DeTiege scholarship. Photo Irma DeTiege Scholarship 2017 Recipient Tae'lor I....
Greetings Citizens of Monroe: And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. - Romans 8:28. I, Bishop Rodney McFarland, am blessed to have the opportunity to recognize, give thanks, and support Honorable James E. (Jamie) Mayo for re-election. As a loyal supporter, I would like to take this time to express my appreciation to Mayor Mayo for his 25+ years of experience, proven leadership, and great success shown all over...
Carrying on the tradition of the legendary Benny Ausberry, P.E.E.P. - Positive Enterprise Empowering People - assisted Monroe residents, Saturday, April 18, gifting free masks to the community and gift cards for tornado victims. Hundreds of citizens were blessed with masks or gift cards according to P.E.E.P. President Councilman Kenneth Wilson. The P.E.E.P. advisory committee was also on hand, assisted and spreading love....
In December 2019, Les Martinique Debutante Amber Harris was presented to society at the Les Martinique Debutante Ball at the Monroe Civic Center B.D. Robinson Conference Hall. Les Martinique Debutante Amber Harris is the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Sean Harris. Photo Les Martinique Debutante Amber Harris...
Southern University Baton Rouge LA College of Agricultural, Family and Consumer Sciences is currently accepting applications for its Jag Student Training in Academics, Research and Service (S.T.A.R.S.) 1890 Scholarship. The scholarship awards up to $10,000 a year for full scholarships and $5,000 a year for partial scholarships. To be eligible for the scholarship, the student must be an incoming freshman majoring in the College of Agricultural, Family and Consumer Sciences with a 2.8 or higher grade point average. In addition to a completed...
Sister Yvonne Reed is a family matriarch. Her efforts were silent as she diligently gave all she had for her families' well-being. She prayed, gave of herself and now witnessing the fruits of her labor. Sister Yvonne your due diligence is commendable. Photo Sister Yvonne Reed...
If it had not been for the Lord on my side, where would I be? Thanking and praising God for Grace and Mercy is Melvin "Meow" Goldman. His humble beginnings have been a blessing, to his family, friends and those along the way offering encouragement. To heed the call and mind was his blessing. "To thine own self be true!" Count every day as joy....
Coming from where we are from has and always will be a journey unforgettable. Wiser and cooler are brothers Apostle Theallas and James Walker. They were spotted in church praising and thanking Jesus for all their blessings despite their shortcomings. There's Nothing as powerful as Grace and Mercy. Happy birthday James!...
1 John 5:4-5 - For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. Who is it that overcomes the world? Only the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God. God wants us to know the absolute truth about who you are to Him. Good and bad things happen in this world because God allows it. This means you can solely depend on Him. Keep your hope in Him because all things work together for the good of those who love God, and who are called...
At King Solomon Missionary Baptist Church Monroe LA, beloved servants Pastor & Sister Wesley Daniel celebrated their 22nd Anniversary recently. Special guest was Pastor/Teacher Donald W. Anderson Sr. Greater New Zion Baptist Church Benton LA. Escorts of honorees were Deacon Michael & Sister Sharona Daniel. There was lots of praying, preaching, singing and tributes. "Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needth not be ashamed, rightly dividing the words of truth." 2 Timothy...
Why People of Color are Contracting and Dying of COVID-19 at Higher Rates Over the past several days there have been many reports that people of color, especially Black Americans, are contracting and dying of COVID-19 at higher rates than their white counterparts. As jurisdictions release demographic information on COVID-19 cases, it is important to provide the public with accurate data that could help explain why the numbers of infections and deaths might be higher in African American communities. Too often, the lack of accurate information...
It may have taken months to get it done, but residents that live in the Frenchmen's Bend Subdivision in northern Ouachita Parish, will get to ride the neighborhood streets in their golf carts. At Monday night's regularly scheduled meeting of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, the "Golf Carts" ordinance as it is known, was passed 5-1 by Jurors, with Dist. "B" Juror Jack Clampit voting "no" over safety concerns. The ordinance originally sponsored by former Dist. "C" Juror Walt Caldwell, was...
On Saturday Bright Oak Baptist Church 3628 Cooper St. Monroe LA will hold a Grab & Go Event for Booker T. & all Tornado Victims Saturday April 25 at 12 noon. All are welcome until all food is gone....
It has been a dismal year for sports. The NFL was able to crown new champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, and that was about all there was to it in the world of sports. Golf didn't really get off the ground, as the Masters Tournament was cancelled, possibly to later during the year. March Madness was cancelled and it appears that professional baseball may/may not be played. The only hope that seems to be left is football, but even that is up in the air. Sports seems to be one of the glues that...
On Monday April 20, 2020 the American Civil Liberties Union released a new report that showed Black people are 3.4 times more likely than white people to be arrested for marijuana possession in Louisiana, despite comparable national marijuana usage rates. Louisiana was among 17 states where arrests for marijuana possession increased from 2010 to 2018, with arrests increasing by more than 18 percent over that period. “Louisiana continues to be an outlier in pursuing a harmful and counterproductive war on drugs, which disproportionately t...
The IRS sent out its first round of stimulus checks last week, and everyone was anxious to get their hands on the money ... but beware there are scammers who are also anxious to steal your money, identity, or both. Everyone needs to know that the IRS won't call, email, or text you to "verify" information. Nor will they ask you or advise you to make any kind of investment which will double the amount of money that you receive. Scammers are trying everything to swindle vulnerable Americans during...
As we witness God's wrath the last two Sundays back to back, tell me, did any of the challenges we had with others really matter? No! We were too busy praying and hoping our lives and possessions were spared. When faced with disaster, we say, God is trying to tell us something, but do we really get the message. If we do we have a responsibility to demonstrate our new clarity of vision and hearing through actions found in love, more specifically through thanksgiving, forgiveness, and sometimes apology. First, we must command our ego to stand dow...
Copyright 2014 My mammy, is never happy, until the first of the month My pappy’s, head is nappy, and he always gets drunk. My brother, stays in trouble, with the local P.D. My sister, how I miss her, because she lives in the street. My doctor, couldn’t to stop her, when she cried from the pain My preacher, couldn’t reach her, with his clout down the drain. I had a dream, I grew some wings, and like a bird I could fly I think I need, a trampoline, so I can touch the sky. My veins, are full of co...
Thank You Volunteers, Essential Workers and Officials: We are All in this Together! On behalf of the residents of Monroe, the Monroe City Council and I are truly thankful for the support our city is receiving from so many volunteers, businesses, restaurants, churches, non-profits, municipal, state and federal officials. THANK YOU! Volunteers from across the street, across town, across the state and from across the country have shown up or sent resources to help feed, clothe, and cleanup. THANK...
Coronavirus stay-at-home orders have led to fewer people on the road and many cars sitting in garages. Now, more than 82% of auto insurance companies like State Farm, Geico and Liberty Mutual are offering policyholders refunds and credits to save money, totaling more than $6.5 billion over the next two months, according to the Consumer Federation of America. Many insurance companies have recognized that they cannot sit on policyholder premiums while their customers sit at home. Relief programs offered by auto insurers include refunds, credits...
According to Weather Services Reports, three tornadoes hit Ouachita Parish on Easter Sunday. The National Weather service informed us that these tornadoes hit just before noon. Thank goodness no fatalities were reported as a result of this horrendous weather. Officials estimate a total of 458 homes across the parish were impacted by the tornadoes; 23 homes were destroyed; 108 had major damages; 243 with minor damage, and another 84 homes were affected across the parish. As one tornado crossed...
It appears that the Coronavirus is a manmade laboratory germ meant to cause suffering and death against the world's poor, Blacks, Hispanics, and other minority groups worldwide. The perpetrators of the evil conspiracy undoubtedly didn't anticipate the ultimate Coronavirus: Germ Warfare Against Poor/Minorities overall adverse effects the virus would produce throughout all manmade institutions, segments, sectors, communities, and livelihoods. The Coronavirus inventors didn't consider that God...
Its very difficult for some young people in the 21st century for some strange reason. Many have not learned or been taught somethings need to be charged to the game. Don't hate the player, hate the game. Pride is a feeling that you are more important or better than other people for some. Pride can have your life in turmoil for a life- time. According to street talk a young man was shot to death while getting a haircut on Saturday April 11 on Hippolyte St. in Monroe LA in Atkins Quarters....
Prophet Dewayne Black, affectionately known as "Den Den", was born on April 11, 1970, to the late Henry and Pearl Guillory-Black in Monroe, Louisiana. He was the youngest of 16 siblings. Prophet Black was a well-known and highly sought out Evangelist who traveled throughout the United States as one of God's most faithful ambassadors. He operated fully in his anointing as he preached, prophesied and delivered the Word as he was led of the Lord. But his ministry in song was undeniably the most...
An early morning fire on Wednesday April 15, 2020 is being investigated by the Monroe Fire Department. Firefighters answered the alarm on Mississippi Street in Monroe LA to a residential structure fire where three people were in the dwelling at the time of the fire. Two of the people were able to escape while one person trapped and died in the fire. A male victim Noah Bell Jr. was discovered on the 2nd floor of the residence. This investigation is being conducted by the Monroe Fire Department...
There is something inherent about listening to those things that let us know when ominous weather is headed our way. Long before Doppler Radar came on the scene, nature has always given us signs of when bad weather is approaching. Dark ominous clouds are usually the first warning, followed by a sudden drop in the temperature. Ever notice that the birds seem to disappear? Even though we can get updates on incoming bad weather, it is when we look to the heavens, and can almost instantly realize th...
April 19, 1959 ~ April 11, 2020 Clarinda Andrews was a 1977 Wossman High School Graduate Monroe LA , She was preceded in death by her parents Darrell and Clara Andrews. Both of her parents were prominent educators in Monroe LA in the 1950's- 70's. Her father was the first Bandmaster at Carroll high School. Clarinda 60 passed Saturday April 11, 2020. Visitation was held at Heavenly Gates Funeral Home Shreveport LA , Tuesday April 14, 2020. Gravesite Services were Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at...
Roosevelt Willis Jr., A.K.A. Wild Child, transitioned to his heavenly home on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Roosevelt was born to the union of Louise and the late Roosevelt Willis Sr. on May 12, 1948. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife Thelma Willis; one daughter Candice Willis; two grandsons; five sisters, Evelene Willis Lewis, Betty Willis Robinson, Bessie Willis, Ernestine Willis Givens, and Patsy Collins who preceded him in death; two brothers Earl Willis and Charles Willis; several nieces,...
It is difficult when a mother and wife dies, but equally hard for a family when a father and husband dies, especially when the death is just a week later. Family and friends are mourning the death of another Louis family member, Elder Hilton Louis, Jr., who died Wednesday, April 14, 2020. He was Carroll High class of 1966 graduate, and Pastor of Heavenly Traveler Church of God in Christ in Monroe, LA. Rev. Louis recently retired from General Motors in Mississippi in March 2020, after...
At Richwood High School in Richwood LA, there were many exceptional athletes. One was the late Goldie "Sonnyman" Sellers along with countless others mentioned last week. However this stellar athlete was held in reserve. Ronnie "Big Pill" Washington played football at Richwood during the 1980's. Ronnie was a beast and a ferocious linebacker who was noticed by many college recruiters in conferences including the Big 12, SEC, Sunbelt, and SWAC. Ronnie chose to demonstrate his talents at NLU now...
With Ouachita Parish ranked 10th in Louisiana for Coronavirus Cases, P.E.E.P. 1411 Orange St. Monroe LA is trying to save lives by giving away 100 masks Saturday April 18 at 10am where residents can drive-through with a limit of two masks per car. The P.E.E.P. Organization knows how serious this virus is while helping to save lives....
My name is A. B. Davis-Johnson, Sr. I have the honor of serving as Pastor for Rose of Sharon Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. The purpose of this article is to tell you why Mayor Jamie Mayo deserves our prayers, support and vote to serve as Mayor for the next four years. Mayor Mayo and his family have dedicated their lives to serving this community. His wife is a retired educator; and, their two children are nurses working on the frontlines to take care of people during this coronavirus pandemic....
Black History Is 365 Days A Year and Sometimes 366 Days- In February 2020, a local law firm sponsored a Black History Essay Contest. Essay should be 500 words or less and should discuss African- American who has been an inspiration in your life. Losing made me stronger. I have learned that you don't always have to win to be a winner. In fact, sometimes it's better to lose. February is Black History month. This month is memorable, as I reflect on outstanding African-American who has made...
Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Monroe LA, the church rooted in the Word and blossoming in the fruit of the Spirit recently celebrated their 86th church anniversary where A.B. Davis-Johnson Dr. is Pastor. There was eighty-six years of preaching, teaching and reaching for God has been mighty good to Rose of Sharon Baptist Church. Mistress of ceremony Sister Vernessa Tolliver gave the introduction of celebration; the welcome was given by Sister Doris Qualls while Sister Mary Hill prayed the morning...
At a recent campaign fundraiser before the stay at home order for Louisiana was enforced, as rising Star Saxophonist Donald Givens was in rare form entertaining guests. At first glance and listening to the sound, guest wondered who the artist was with that big city sound. Many were perplexed while others just enjoyed the musical melodies. After glancing and coming closer, it was one of our very own Donald Givens blowing his saxophone jazzily. Photo Saxophonist Donald Givens also pictured his...
Southern University’s College of Agricultural, Family and Consumer Sciences has extended the application deadline for its summer Beginning Agricultural Youth Opportunities Unlimited (BAYOU) Program. The three-week program will be held virtually June 7 – 26, 2020 and will provide high school seniors and incoming college freshmen with an opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge about career opportunities in Agriculture, Family and Consumer Sciences, Business or the natural sciences. To qualify, students must have a minimum grade point ave...
Mayor Jamie Mayo says, “A businessman, who wishes to remain anonymous, reached out to me wanting to help by feeding Monroe tornado victims and the first responders who are on the frontlines. Their feeding crew will set up and distribute hot meals at lunchtime for the next three days. Up to 150 FREE “grab and go” meals will be provided at the times and locations listed below for victims in the designated areas. We are truly thankful to them and so many others in our community who continue to utilize their personal time and money to provi...
The June 20, 2020 Presidential Preference Primary election in Louisiana is hereby rescheduled for July 11, 2020. The July 25, 2020 election is hereby rescheduled for August 15, 2020. Voting is from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m....
On Tuesday, April 14, 2020, Governor John Bel Edwards announced that Louisiana schools will remain closed through the remainder of the academic year, but distance education will continue. Students will not have to make up missed time, and educators and administrators are now working to assess students’ academic standing. More information will be shared as it is developed. Louisiana Association of School Superintendents, Louisiana School Boards Association (LSBA), Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE), and many other state and p...
In response to the reports and analysis from several sources nationwide that African Americans are contracting and dying of coronavirus at an alarmingly higher rate than white Americans. “Newly released data about the alarming rates of African Americans contracting and dying from exposure to the coronavirus exposes the egregious, racist systemic disparities and health policies that have always existed in communities of color. That data is valuable, but it alone will not fix the problem unless it’s used to drastically change the way health car...
