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At a musical honoring Mayor Jamie Mayo, Dazzle Dance awed the musical in dance.at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church in Monroe LA on Saturday March 14. Dazzle Dance was one of the many groups which performed at the musical. Photo Dazzle Dance mayo- Dazzle Dancers Photo Dazzle Dance mayo 1-Dazzle Dancers with Dazzle Dance Coordinator Miss Jessica....
4 Shepherds & Church Celebration Walk in The Word Kingdom Church Monroe LA honored their Shepherds Bishop Danny and Apostle Carolyn Hunt on Sunday March 1, with special guests Dr. Shannon Johnson co-pastor Interdenominational Faith Assembly Baton Rouge LA Sunday March 1, Dr. Joyce Thornton Committed to Christ International Arlington TX and Culminating Celebration Pastor Vance Price New Saint James Baptist Church Monroe LA on Sunday March 8. Guest Psalmist was Brother Donterrio Anderson....
One of mankind's best secrets are Black Women. Their beauty has stretched man's imagination for centuries. Being the most beautiful on earth, Black Women create an excitement in the world which is explainable, believable while enchanting. Black Women are beautiful, breathtaking, affectionate and of course intelligent. Their charm, demeanor and smooth chocolate skin has always devastated human nature while tantalizing mankind. There is nothing in this world, as a beautiful Black Woman as Tamatha...
In this year of our Lord, 2020, I journeyed on this thought that caught my attention and has compelled me to mention. We need a pattern of strong, healthy Black marriages. We stitch, we make, we build, and we paint. We take pride in what we make and to go as far as we can to use the finest materials money can buy. We get that "WOW" factor when people see what we create. A farmer will use pesticides to kill off bugs to protect his crops. A nation will go to war to protect its borders. The reason...
Everyone wants the best for their child(ren). Raising a child or children is a real tedious job that requires patience, time. love and discipline. Without these key components along with many others, along with the help of family members and trusted friends, raising a child(ren) can present many uncertain difficulties. Knowing your children's friends and associates is very important. Not knowing your child's friends and their family can be detrimental. A parent should always their child's...
Richwood/Ouachita Legend Fredrick "Freddy Bear" McHenry was a quiet giant in the United States and our area community. Freddy Bear was a humble, God-fearing man who had many people who guided and impacted his life. He possessed the type of character that, when challenged, he fought with determination. That tenacity and determination were on display his entire life. Freddy Bear graduated from Richwood High School, where he played on Richwood's first state championship football team in 1962....
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends will bid farewell to their beloved Carolyn Rose Loudd Ensley 81, (Garland, Texas), born in Monroe, Louisiana, who passed away Thursday March 4, 2020. She was a Carroll High School 1956 Graduate. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Loudd and Carrie Godley Loudd; her husband Frank James Ensley; and her sister Vada Marie Echols. She is survived by her children, Regina Thompson (Merle), Edwin...
The world portrays wrong as right, you really must be on guard with the real rules of the game. Many times, cohabitation maybe good for some yet unfavorable to others, its according to what party may have the most to lose. Then there's the thought why buy the milk, when you can get it free. Love can get really complicated without the ring and marriage papers. People say one thing in the beginning, then change their mind without notice or regard to another's feelings when there's nothing to...
Four years ago I wrote a letter endorsing Mayor Mayo for reelection. I went door-to-door for him in that campaign as I am in this one. Recently, I was looking at his campaign card from that last election and it came as no surprise he has con-tinued to keep his commitment to the citizens of Monroe. He pledged to work for more jobs and grow our economy, better fire and police protection, a comprehensive flood plan, sound financial management, clean and safe drinking water, clean and safer neighbor...
The Omicron Iota Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc Precious Pearl Organization crowned 2020 Miss Precious Pearl Skylar Melton Saturday March 7 at the Monroe Civic Center B.D. Robinson Conference Hall. Miss Precious Pearl is the daughter of Mrs. Despena Combs and Jerry Melton. She attends Weddington High School, Matthews, North Carolina . She will attend Grambling State University in the fall of 2020. Her precious pearl sponsor was AKA Raven Owens....
Mayor Mayo Picks Up Endorsement from City Water Treatment Plant Union Members Our City, Our Future, Our Choice. As the Monroe Mayoral election date draws near, incumbent Democratic Mayor Jamie Mayo gains more momentum as he picks up an endorsement from the employees who are part of the Local 407 International Union of Operating Engineers. They are primarily employed at the City's water treatment plant. Tamala Bailey, Union Representative, says "We proudly support Mayor Mayo and his vision for th...
With four unfavorable audits attributed to Mayor Thompson's administration, he struggled to manage a Town with dwindling resources and rising demands and to fix problems that had been in existence for many, many years. He struggled with internal issues of betrayal and attempts to sabotage the administration. Deliberate barriers were placed in Mayor Thompson's path. Actions of the Legislative Auditor were unrelenting and downright vicious. A fiscal administrator by the name of Bill Ryder was...
BB&O Annual Women’s Workshop & Youth Explosion True Vine Baptist Church 1400 Dilling St. Monroe LA Youth Explosion Friday March 13, 5:30 pm-Women’s Workshop Saturday March 14, 8:30am-1pm. Workshop presenters Minister Candice Russell & Minister Pamela Byrd-Chisley. BB&O (Bayou Macon, Boeuf River and Ouachita Association) Rev. John Perry Moderator-Sister Rosie Horne Women Ministry Director Pre-Anniversary Gospel Exposure Piney Grove Baptist Church 712 S 14th St. Monroe LA Sunday March 29, 6:30 pm featuring Geneva Fields & Chosen, Shawn Kelly Chor...
Last week The Dispatch published an article detailing the seriousness of the spreading coronavirus and the devastating effects that it is already having in some sections of the country. The states of Washington and California are having difficult times grappling with how to handle, if not contain the virus because as we can see, it has spread from the west coast to the east coast in just a matter of days. It is not just a China tragedy anymore, as Europe is being affected, parts of the Middle East and now America. There is widespread agreement...
*Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Day Prayer Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church Purpose: For all children to learn, pray and confess the Word of God. Goal: For all children to have an intimate relationship with God through prayer & His Word. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday He shall cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler. Psalm 91:4 Prayer: Father God, only You can cover and protect me completely. I feel secure...
Starlight Baptist Church 1609 Highway 139 Swartz LA will honor Dr. & Sister Roy Bedford Sunday March 15, at 3pm. Special guest Rev. Kenneth Sapp Moderator of the New Hope Baptist Association and Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Ruston (Clay) LA....
On Sunday March 8, 2020, Avenue Baptist Church in Monroe. LA installed Rev. Dr. Morristine Chisley, Sr. as its Senior Pastor. Special guest Rev. Dr. Anthony L. Craig Sr. of Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church in Pine Bluff, AR preached the Word in front of a packed house. Programmed guest included Rev. Jason Cooper, Master of Ceremonies, Old and New Testament Readings completed by Rev. Stonewall Hunter & Rev. Ricky James, Sister Sheila Powell offered the welcome, Sister Martha James delivered...
Recently, the Committee to Elect Jesse Walker for Monroe City Councilman District 4 hosted a Campaign Introductory Dinner "Vision Night: Sharing the Vision With voters" in the Richland/Union Rooms of the Monroe City Convention Center with the goal to familiarize the public with the candidate as well as welcome the community into the world of the campaign and the team members. The guest feasted on their meal as they witnessed the Vision of the Walker Campaign's platform. The Candidate presented...
Women United for Successful Change in conjunction with Ouachita Parish Sheriff Jay Russell and Tausha Sanders State Farm proudly presents at Community Empowerment Day, “S.O.S. (Saving Our Streets by Empowering our Communities) in an underserved area of Monroe to educate, inspire, and promote positive change within the community. The event will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2020 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Lida Benton Playground at 3317 Lee Ave. Monroe, LA. The day will feature FREE food, Entertainment, Informative Speakers, Vendors and m...
Author Rev. Bobby Joe Saucer, a resident of Decatur, Georgia, is a retired minister from The Ministers and Missionaries Benefit Board of the American Baptist Churches USA. This former Dean of the Morehouse School of Religion is considered a pioneer in the areas of theological educational program planning, design, implementation, and evaluation. Saucer has implemented numerous educational conferences, internships, and endowments including, a scholarship endowed fund at Interdenominational...
The Southern University Alumni/Monroe Chapter worshipped at Zion Traveler Baptist Church Sunday March 9 during the morning. service in honor of the University's 140 years in existence. Dilcie Green, president of the organization, thanked Pastor Annanias Word for hosting the group. The university was founded during the Reconstruction Era that occurred after the United States Civil War. In 1880, with the passage of Act 87, SU was established in 1881. The first campus was on Calliope Street in New...
High school seniors interested in applying for the Irma DeTiege Scholarship -email bio to [email protected]. Please include recent photograph, your contact information, and proof of: Official GPA, high school transcript, and ACT score. Deadline is May 15, 2020....
Thru my window pane, all I see pain. My quarterback, halfback and tailback, been held back. They ain’t running no plays, stuck in the same grade. Since day one, I can’t save one, all of them are getting killed. I can’t pay no bills, done double checked. I ain’t got no check, in my mailbox. The hands on the clock, says I’m out of time. The only job I can find, is doing dirt. But, the pain don’t hurt, it’s been killed by pills. One day I’m gone steal, my way out of this hell. My mind is like a...
To address issues involving our youth, Monroe City School Board has teamed up with CITIES and the SAVE organizations to create a Task Force to initially focus on three main areas of youth issues. Those issues are Youth Education and Learning, Youth Discipline and Behavior at School, and Empowering Parents. We are asking all stakeholders ex. (Schools, business community, State and Local Government, Law agencies, Religious, Civic, Fraternal, and Healthcare Organizations) to be involved. The meeting will be held Thursday March 19, 2020 at 6PM in...
Wossman Boys Basketball continue it Marsh to a #A State Boys Basketball Championship. On Friday March 6 Wossman defeated St. Martinsville 65-49 in route to the LA Top 28 Boys Basketball Championship at the Burton Coliseum Lake Charles LA March 11-March 14. Wossman defeated Madison Prep 48-46 in a semi-final contest Wednesday March 11 to play in the 3A Boys Basketball State Championship....
For the second time in three years, money has been found to be missing at a Monroe City School. An audit conducted by an accounting firm showed several findings in its report to the school board, most noticeably almost $30,000 missing from Roy N. Shelling Elementary School. According to media reports, the audit was a part of the overall findings for the school system, but the Shelling revelation of the missing money had already been known by the school board and the incident was according to Supt. Brent Vidrine, was handled in “an appropriate...
What's done in the dark will come to the light, no matter how long a month, a year, or fifty years. Its amazing how people do terrible things while not getting caught now, yet these matters come back to haunt the accused. God sees all and man is now watching on video surveillance. Many of us take freewill for granted while there are consequences for indiscretions either now or at the time of judgement. According to police reports Suspect Asia J. Tillman and two groups of people met at a...
Derrick A. Green 41, passed away peacefully on Friday February 21, 2020 at his home. Derrick was born on September 30, 1977 in Monroe LA to Howard Green and Dixie Green Smith. He attended West Monroe High School and worked for Taco Bell for 21 years. Derrick was a loving, kind and humble spirit. He was known for his wonder sense of humor and his contagious laughter among family and friends. Derrick is preceded in death by his father Howard Green. He is survived by his devoted stepfather Roy...
In 2006 Mayor Leslie C. Thompson was elected as the Town of Jonesboro' first African American mayor since the Town's inception in 1901, defeating incumbent Mayor Donald Essirmier and Mike Holder a local businessman. Thompson then ran for and won a second term in 2010, defeating Freddie Brown. Mayor Thompson is currently serving a third term having defeated incumbent Mayor James E. Bradford in 2018. Mayor Leslie C. Thompson was charged, tried, and convicted on three counts of malfeasance in...
Rev. Odell Blanson was born November 13, 1937 to the union of Willie and Ida Lee Blanson in Wisner, Louisiana. He grew up and attended Wisner High School in Wisner, LA. On April 26, 1960 he married Jessie Mae Phenix. This union spanned for 45 years until her health failed her and God called her home to glory. He received his call to the ministry and was ordained by Dr. Charles L. McGhee, the late Pastor of New Saint James Baptist Church in Monroe, LA on November 26, 1989. He preached his first...
Wossman Boys Basketball continue their march to a state championship downing two opponents Abbeville 117-61 on Friday February 28 and Northwest 82-48 on Tuesday March 3 at the George "Vamp" Belton Complex in Monroe LA. Their next opponent is St. Martinville where Wossman will have to travel to play Friday March 6 in their quest to capture the 3-A State Basketball Championship. Good luck Wossman Boys Basketball! Photo Wossman- Nick Lavender dunks one of many in a playoff rout....
By Symiah Joseph I know you are wondering why I brought my hat. This hat is a representation of a person who wears many hats. That would be our Mayor. Now, we all know, if someone wear many hats, that means what? That means they have a whole lot of experience in good work ethics. Now, let's talk about experience. E – is for Economic Development... various businesses have opened from small to large to create more than 2,000 jobs since 2001. X – is for eXpertise. He has expertise in business pra...
South Pointe Retirement Community Monroe LA observed Black History Friday February 28. Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayor was guest speaker. It was a spirit-filled celebration bringing back many memories as some spoke of hardships experienced. At the program, Thanks to the Lord was given while special presentation and acknowledgements were made. Also, in attendance was Ouachita Parish Police Juror Michael Thompson. Residents and guests lifted every voice while a feast was enjoyed by all. Sharon Taylor is...
Season ending DownSouth Sports Magazine "MVP Awards were presented at the Sterlington vs. Richwood games on Feb. 7th. The Rams won both girls and boys games. Marques Perkins and Madison Horne were named Most Valuable Players of the Game. Marquez led the Rams in scoring with 15 point along with three exciting slam dunks and Madison led the Lady Rams with 25 points. Pictured along with Madison is Lady Rams' head Coach, Krysty Holland. The DownSouth Sports Magazine MVP is sponsored by The Monroe...
New Faith Missionary Baptist Church Monroe LA honored their Pastor & Wife for 16 years of faithful service recently. Special guest was Rev. Richard Wilson lll St. James Baptist Church Sterlington LA. Rev. M. Nelson guided the program. Sister Octavia Wilson gave a welcome while Rev. Wilson preached, "God is Still in Control!" Wait on the Lord; be of good courage and He shall strengthen your heart. Wait I day, on the Lord....
Doorkeepers or keepers of the door, their church service is invaluable. They are the first to meet and greet you at church. If you have a question, need a seat, need to speak or sit with a certain group, church ushers are at your beck and call to fulfill your desires and are valuable church servants. This week the Monroe Dispatch salutes dedicated Mt. Arack Baptist Church Usher Sandra Sansberry who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher....
If it had not been for the Lord on my side, where would I be? Thanking and praising God for Grace and Mercy is Norman "Bearchest" Harris from Monroe LA now residing in the Lone Star State. His humble beginnings has been a blessing, Carroll High School, Coach Thomas, his family, friends and those along the way offering encouragement. To heed the call and mind was his blessing. Now some eighty-five years later, "Bearchest" is still blessed and thankful for his journey. Carroll 1956, a loving wife...
A Speculative History by Christopher Tomlins. We know almost nothing about Nat Turner. The historian Kenneth Greenberg describes him as “the most famous, least -known person in American History. He has no gravesite, no remains; there is no likeness of him. The account of his life and rebellion, given in chains as he awaited trial in jail, was written down by an opportunistic white attorney and sold as a pamphlet to cash in on Turner’s notoriety. In the Matter of Nat Turner is an attempt to recover a historical figure and his way of thi...
Firearm Suicide Firearm suicide deaths have reached a record high of over 24,000 in 2018. That's 67 people per day. Blacks & Slavery Black slaves played a major, though unwilling and generally unrewarded, role in laying the economic foundations of the United States—especially in the South. Blacks also played a leading role in the development of Southern speech, folklore, music, dancing, and food, blending the cultural traits of their African homelands with those of Europe. Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving Southern Style H...
"Celebrating 396 years, Dream...Imagine...Inspire, the Renaissance Committee Black Heritage 2020 Parade rolled through the streets of Monroe LA Sat. Feb. 29. The floats, bands, and marching units are getting more spectacular as the years pass. The Black Heritage Parade has become a celebration which people of color admire and look forward. Thanks Renaissance Committee for your commitment to our community. Photo Parade 1- Dazzle Dance Photo Parade 2- Zion Spring Baptist Church Photo Parade...
Following retirement, Brother Walter Jackson is still sought for his rendition of MLK Jr's I Have a Dream Speech. Brother Jackson has been highly sought during January and February for the last 20 plus years. He traveled throughout the U.S. his personal rendition. Recently He gave his rendition in Minden LA at St. Rest Baptist Church and Philadelphia Word Center Monroe LA. Still the best is Brother Walter Jackson!...
Celebrating Mardi Gras in New Orleans was the Gillis Family, where family roots began. Eddie was out of breath describing Mardi Gras 2020 and how enjoyable it was Saturday February 22. The Gillis Family pictured Eddie, Bernice and Avery Gillis, Shan Smith and Nykeshia Schexnayder....
One of mankind's best secrets are Black Women. Their beauty has stretched man's imagination for centuries. Being the most beautiful on earth, Black Women create an excitement in the world which is unexplainable, believable while enchanting. Black Women are beautiful, breathtaking, affectionate and of course intelligent. Their charm, demeanor and smooth chocolate skin has always devastated human nature while tantalizing mankind. There is nothing in this world, as a beautiful Black Woman as Wanda...
Cypress Point University Elementary Mardi Gras Court 2020 From left to right: Ansel McGuffin (Duke), Reagan Jones (Maid), Bailee Scott (Mardi Gras Queen), Jaxon Williams (Mardi Gras King), Todd Ricard, Jr. (Duke), Ja'Kobe Bates (Duke) & De'Antonio Allen (Duke)...
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School Monroe LA held Mardi Gras Coronation Saturday February 29, 2020 in the school’s auditorium. Barkdull Faulk Mardi Gras 2020 Royalty Royal Court Royal King- Ronnie Wilson Royal Queen- Arianna Heckard Queen- Milan Semien King- Jaxon Hamilton Royal Prince- Ayden Heckard Prince- Marcus Glosson Royal Princess- Samyra Hewitt Princess- Jalyncia Burgess Royal Duke-Carter Underwood Duke- Kennedy Player Royal Duchess- Sarah Farr Duchess- Joy Scott Tiara Princess Amara J...
No problem too big, no river too wide No mountain too tall that can’t be climbed. No ocean too deep, no heat too hot No disease too deadly, no issue of blood that can’t be stopped. You have raised the dead, and given sight to the blind You have healed the sick, and restored my mind. You fed me when I was hungry, when I was thirsty you were water to drink You were my friend when I was lonely, when I’m troubled you are the thought I think. You’re my shelter in the time of a storm, you are green g...
Public Presentation of New Downtown Event Center Project The public is invited to a public presentation of details re: the proposed new downtown event center. The informational session will be held from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm Thursday, March 5, at the Monroe Public Safety Center (1810 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive). The purpose of the new arena (event center) project is to replace an outdated facility that is more than a half-century old, and to create an economic driver that spurs further development in downtown Monroe. We want to create a...
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury passed a resolution to buy certain from the Ouachita Parish School Board (OPSB) Monday night (March 2). The resolution sponsored by Jury President Shane Smiley (dist. E), will “authorize and empower” him to execute Act(S) of Sale and related documents on behalf of the Ouachita Parish Police Jury. The parish school board had announced plans some time ago to move its central office and sell its properties on Bry Street (the “Central Office), Saint John Street (the “Media center”) and Jackson Street (the “IT Build...
Many know while the masses don't have a clue of the power of God's Amazing Grace and Mercy. Prayers are more powerful than money. Vienna Smith knows about Grace and Mercy while many prayed and remarkably Vienna doing so much better. Praise God!...
No one knows the day or time when the end comes. Live life everyday as if its your last, because one never knows only God! Reese "Chick" Collins was born May 7, 1947 to Katie Collins. "Chick" was well known in the Newtown Community and a member of Avenue Baptist Church Monroe LA. He was a Carroll High School Graduate. "Chick" was well-known, a great guy who saw the best in people. He was respectable, smart, had lots of friends, love to work and always could come up with a joke which made you...
