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A concerned citizen is speaking about what she maintains are deplorable conditions for residents living at the Richwood Cottages Complex in Richwood. The Monroe Dispatch spoke to someone who has a relative living there but is in the process of moving and expressed alarm at some of the things that she saw while she was there. She said the manager is allegedly difficult to work with when it comes to making needy repairs. Not only that, she said, but with the onslaught of almost unbearable heat, ma...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The possibility of any one of us being a victim of a criminal act is a major concern for all of us. We have to remain vigilant and always be aware of where we may be at all times because a criminal act can occur anywhere. According to a recent police report, that appeared just to have happened to two unidentified victims. On August 13, 2023, officers of the Monroe Police Dept. responded to a disturbance call. Officers arrived on...
The last of three Carroll High School football coaches who were involved in an ugly incident during a football game in Franklin Parish in 2022 is slated to be sentenced Monday, August 14, 2023. Drouzon Quillen was one of four coaches who were situated above(not in) the press box. He asserts that it was his idea for the coaches to go back to the Carroll side of the field before the incident happened because late in the third quarter, the game was basically over. He said he was in contact with...
Wossman High School in Monroe, LA celebrated the Lady Cats 2023 LA Division ll State Champions' with a ring ceremony, Thursday, August 10, 2023 at the George Belton Sports Complex. The Lady Cats were celebrated and presented their 2022 3A State Championship rings by Wossman head girls basketball coach Otis Robinson before faculty, parents, family, and friends. Thanks to all the ring sponsors. Congratulations Wossman Lady Cats! Dr. Harrington Watson lll is principal....
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury District D has changed a little every time the census lines are redrawn. The funny thing is that no matter the lines or times...I have always been in District D. I was born on Flynn Street in Monroe, LA, which used to be in District D. I was raised on Reddix Lane in south District D. I practice dentistry on Powell Street in east District D. And, when I decided to build–you got it-I looked north, south, east and west but found my perfect spot near my parents on R...
Jamie Mayo, former mayor of our beloved city, is pleased to announce his candidacy for the position of mayor of Monroe. The official announcement will be made during a public event on Thursday, August 24, 2023, 5:00 - 8:00 PM at The Tabertorium, 311 N. 9th St., Monroe, LA. "I have spent countless hours listening to your concerns, hopes, and dreams for Monroe. I have witnessed the challenges we face, but I have also seen the incredible potential that lies within our community. It is this...
At First Missionary Baptist Church in Monroe, LA, 50-year church members were recognized by Pastor Tegitra Thomas which included Sisters Cynthia Foy, Evelyn Hall, and Sherry Manuel at the church's 154th church anniversary on Sunday, August 13, 2023....
Dr. Samuel Toney, Pastor of Cuba Baptist Cuba Church in Bosco, LA, after this August 2023 annual session will become the new Dean of Christian Education of the BB&O Association. Sis. Mary Toney, Dr. Toney's wife , will become Director of Widow's of Pastor's Wives of the BB&O Association. Congratulations to the Toneys....
Lil C., Rabbit, JRock, "Dee Ray" and Doe Boy along with others hosted the 2nd Annual Reunion at the Playground on Benson St. in West Monroe LA on Saturday July 29, 2023. Family, friends and former West Monroe residents had a ball at the Playground. There was plenty food, fun and music. The reunion was enjoyed by all ages. The Westside Reunion is back on and popping now thanks to Westside legends Lil C, Rabbit, JRock and Doe Boy. Ain't nothing like a Westside Reunion! DJ Russ B. was on the 1's...
Philadelphia Word Church 115 Arnold Dr. Monroe LA will celebrate its 20th Church Anniversary on Sunday September 10, 2023 at 8am, "Where Jesus Christ is the Main Attraction," Rev. Dr. Alfred L. Mack Pastor/Teacher...
Disclaimer: All persons are innocent until proven guilty. An incident in 2019 involving a local man using a crowbar toward his ex-girlfriend during an altercation led to a guilty verdict following a recent trial. On August 3, 2019, Anthony L. Willis was found guilty of Attempted Second Degree Murder against the female victim after he was accused of assault that led to multiple injuries to the victim. In December 2019, Monroe Police were called to the Aurora Trailer Park on Desiard Street about...
Toussaint L'Ouverture McCall was born in Delhi LA on March 26, 1939 to Rev. D. L. McCall and Hattie Garner-McCall. He was the youngest of five children. He developed an appreciation for music watching his oldest sister D'Ella Walters play the piano for his father's church, Seventh Star Baptist Church. Toussaint was seven years old when he started playing for the church. At the age of sixteen, he attended Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA, where he majored in music and pledged Omega Psi Psi...
A local barber says he wants to "set the record straight" about his experience while working as an instructor teaching Richwood High School students about obtaining a career as a professional barber/hair stylist. The individual said that he has been in the hair business for almost forty years and has not only learned his trade well but has made a reputation of being among the best in the business. He said he was under a contract to work at Richwood High School in Monroe, LA starting when the...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. They say that a criminal suspect almost often returns to the scene of the crime. Perhaps their way of thinking is to wait until the heat cools down before they begin to venture back out. Along with community involvement, it is only a matter of time and opportunity for law enforcement to apprehend the individual on their "wanted" list. That appeared to have played out concerning a recent arrest. According to law enforcement,...
Sister Williemena Beckwith Carroll, affectionately known as “Bill,” was born on October 10, 1941, in Gilbert, LA, to the late Willie Beckwith and Allean Bass-Beckwith. Bill confessed Christ at an early age, under the leadership of Rev. R.N. Teats at Cuba Baptist Church. She attended Cuba Elementary School, Franklin Parish Training School, and Southern University. Bill soon realized her passion for beauty and attended Cloyd’s Beauty School, where she later worked as a local hairdresser. After yea...
Why do I want my old seat back? Four years ago, I had 91 reasons to leave the Ouachita Parish Police Jury. At 91 years of age, my Mom was finally in need of my personal care. I could not serve her and my constituents at the same time. I pride myself as a "fully in or fully out" type of person. I was not willing to half-serve my constituents. They deserved better. And I definitely wasn't going to neglect my Momma. So, for the next four years, Olee (my Momma) and I were a "thing". I thought she wo...
Congratulations 2023 Kindergarten graduates Noah DeTiege and Amelia DeTiege. The two cousins will begin 1st grade next week. Best Wishes!...
On Friday, July 28, 2023, Interim Director of Programs, Minister Dr. Kaye Honeycutt, held the first computer-literacy recognition program for seniors at P.E.E.P. INC. Mr. Evin Hopkins, the instructor, awarded participation certificates for the "Introduction to Computers & Gadgets (Beginner-Level)" course to students LaDonna Barber, Sylvester Clark, Pastor Earnestine Green, Alice Handy, Sol Hill, Diane Howard, Donald Modicue, Jeanette Modicue, Melissa Morgan, Carlos Robinson, Amanda Smith, and...
The recent acquittal of a White Louisiana State Trooper accused of beating a Black motorist while he was down on the ground shows Black America that nothing short of death may win a guilty verdict in a court of law. That is, perhaps, the saddest part about what it seems to take for the average Black American to receive justice stemming from incidents of brutality by police officers against Black citizens. It has only gotten worse, as we can see that Black people are being killed by the hands of...
B.R.O.S (Beating and Redefining The Odds of Society) 4V4 Ballout Tournament was held Saturday, August 5, 2023, at Marbles Community Center in Monroe, LA, for boys and girls ages 15-20. All youth could attend. B.R.O.S was founded with a major interest in helping combat violence. The 2023 4V4 Ballout Tournament added a huge twist by adding one girl to each team as a substitute, which made for an epic and beautiful activity for the community. Follow B.R.O.S @BROSMentoring on Facebook and...
4th Rose of Sharon Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship The 40th Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Millard Dean Lee Memorial Scholarship Program was held on Sunday, July 16, 2023, in Monroe LA The program honored Scholastic Achievers and Graduates for the 2022 – 2023 school year. Introduction of honorees was done by Sister Constance Wright. Devotion was done by the Masons of Moses Lodge #19 and the Order of Eastern Star (Guiding Light 7A and Dorcas #20). The Welcome was done by one of the m...
Prime Time Family Reading and Prime Time Preschool Reading programs brings families together once a week for six weeks to read award-winning children's books and then participate in discussion around the important themes found within them. Prime Time partners with local schools, libraries and community groups to bring these free programs to local families, who also get to keep the books used during the program to build their home libraries. An initiative of the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, Prime Time has been reaching Louisiana...
All Alumni, Friends and Supporters of Grambling State University, we need your support for our annual fundraiser, Evening with Grambling State University Athletic Department! " This event is Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 6 p.m. in the Monroe Civic Center, BD Robinson Conference Hall. It will give fans and & friends of GSU Tigers a chance to mingle with each other and with GSU coaches. The Grambling State University Athletic Director and coaches will speak on the upcoming season, progress,...
Philadelphia Word Church 115 Arnold Dr. Monroe LA will celebrate its 20th Church Anniversary on Sunday September 10, 2023 at 8am, "Where Jesus Christ is the Main Attraction," Rev. Dr. Alfred L. Mack Pastor/Teacher...
The late legendary Irma DeTiege was a poor girl who moved from a one-room house in Riverton LA to a three-room shotgun house in Monroe LA on North 11th St. There were four beds in each of two rooms where Irma's mother, sisters, her brother and many kinfolks lived. Irma DeTiege by God's Amazing Grace and Mercy helped many get through the race of life through her inspiration, fortitude and experiences in life. Thanks to Cousin Charita Davis and Sylvia Brass for your generous donations to the...
Birthdays are special and you are special to me. Wishing my favorite, Aunt Freddie Brogdon, a happy birthday! You are so blessed to celebrate another thankful year. Happy Birthday Sweet Freddie, Love nephew Rob Lloyd...
Matthew Sims has gone through so much during the last nine years, but the last three years have been the worst for him, as he has been in and out of court 25 times over an incident that he says he is innocent of; Sims said that an incident with his second wife turned his life upside down. What was once just a misdemeanor charge has gotten worse over time. Sims was working for the city of Monroe when in 2014, he was arrested for alleged domestic abuse by his second wife. He was in jail for nine days. At his trial, Sims’ two stepchildren t...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A local man is in serious trouble after he was taken into custody by Monroe police officers for allegedly breaking into the home of a woman he alleged he was in a relationship with; according to reports, recently, officers were called to the victim's residence in response to a domestic disturbance. The victim's ex-boyfriend, who was identified as Rawtivis Ignont, allegedly broke a bedroom window while the victim was bathing....
Layton Castle is a beautiful Southern home with a European flair located in Monroe, LA. Layton Castle was originally called “Mulberry Grove.” Learn about its evolution from a creole cottage to a castle. It sits on five acres of gardens and ancient trees and hosts a family cemetery, a 1790s wine house and historic bottle museum, a converted carriage house for short stays and small events - and apartments. The virtual tour includes a talk and slideshow with visiting the family floor with its Victorian parlor, library full of 1800s books, Aud...
A community meeting was held on August 1, 2023, at the Marbles Community Center near Carroll High School in Monroe LA, where things like homecoming activities, witness statements about an ugly incident in Franklin Parish, and other issues were discussed. The school's football team will play the annual homecoming game Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 2:00 PM instead of the Friday before. The homecoming coronation will be at the Monroe Civic Center instead of Carroll Gym. There was some feedback on...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. High-speed police chases have become commonplace without regard to citizen safety. There are very few sidewalks in south Monroe, and other roadways have no shoulder space, which makes getting struck by vehicles extremely likely. Luckily, no pedestrians have been injured or killed by a high-speed vehicle chase. The risks are too great. Having a criminal record has been proven to keep some people held back from living productive lives, which should prompt the question - is it wort...
Michelle Johnson Richard is delighted to be a part of Winnsboro Elementary School (WES) in Winnsboro, LA, and honored to serve as its new principal! The school community has dedicated, talented members committed to doing what is in the best interest of students, and will continue to put students first at WES and work diligently to ensure their academic success. Richard's professional background is rooted in elementary education and leadership. For the past 33 years, she has worked in the public...
Piney Grove Baptist Church in Monroe, LA held pastoral installation services for Rev. H. Pernell Ford on Sunday, July 30, 2023. Pastor Jerome Lynch from Mary Goss Baptist Church delivered the installation sermon. Charge to pastor was performed by former Piney Grove Pastor Rev. Donald Woods. Charge to church was done by Pastor Samuel Toney of Cuba Baptist Church, while the Reading of commitments was performed by Pastor Roger Gaines of St. Mark Baptist Church, and the Prayer of consecration was...
Lil C., Rabbit, JRock, "Dee Ray" and Doe Boy hosted the 2nd Annual Reunion at the Playground on Benson St. in West Monroe, LA on Saturday, July 29, 2023. Family, friends, and former West Monroe residents had a ball at the Playground. There was food, fun, and music. The reunion was enjoyed by all ages. There were children with their parents, along with young and older adults enjoying the reunion. The Westside Reunion is back on and popping now thanks to Westside legends Lil C, Rabbit, JRock, and...
During its June 13 meeting, the Monroe City Council passed an ordinance to buy property from the Ouachita Parish Police Jury to be used as the new location for the city’s transit bus terminal. The current location on Catalpa St. will be moved to the adjacent property next to the Health Unit on Desiard Street. District 3 Councilwoman Juanita Woods inquired what it would cost the city to acquire the property. Woods also wanted to know the plans for the property once purchased. Marc Keenan, Director of Monroe Transit, asked the council to a...
On Tuesday, July 11, 2023 the Monroe City School Board named the cafetorium at Roy Shelling Elementary School in Monroe, LA honoring former teachers and educators the late Malvin Dade and the late Irma DeTiege. Thanks Monroe City School Board members Brenda Shelling, Jennifer Haneline, Brandon Johnson, William Willson, Darryl Berry, Michael Sampognaro and Betty Ward Cooper. Also in other Monroe City School Board business, the choir building at Carroll High School was named Bonner/Pine after...
Rumors have been swirling around lately that Carroll High School’s Head Football Coach Brandon Landers resigned. As of press time, no official word has come from the Monroe City School Board regarding Landers’ tenure, leading to speculation about what is happening behind the scenes. Landers’ questioned future with Carroll stems from an incident during a football game between Carroll and the Franklin Parish Patriots when an altercation between Franklin Parish Sheriff officers and Carroll's coaches suddenly happened. The sheriff of Frank...
Creed & Creed hosted an event Sunday, July 30, 2023 to raise awareness for the Salvation Army of Northeast Louisiana (NELA). Christian invited LSU Lineman and former Neville Tiger, Will Campbell to participate. Both Campbell and Creed served meals to the homeless at the Salvation Army on Hart Street in Monroe LA.. Immediately following, wase a free autograph session. A red kettle was set up for any voluntary donations....
Thousands converged in the Nolan Norman Park in Wisner LA Saturday July 1, 2023 for the 15th Annual Nolan Norman Day. There were folks everywhere and the street leading to the park was jammed all day and the better part of the night. Nolan Norman Day Patrons enjoyed a day in the Nolan Norman Park in honor of Nolan "Big Daddy" Norman starring Tucka, Ghetto Cowboy, Jeff Floyd, Keith Frank and many more performers. Proceeds of the Nolan Norman Day go toward scholarships for deserving area...
On Sunday July 30, 2023 at Little Flower Catholic Church in Monroe LA, after mass, church members wished and celebrated Little Flower's Priest Father Adrian Fisher birthday. Father Adrian is blessed and thankful to God for another year. Happy birthday Father Adrian Fisher!...
A local church has fallen into turmoil upon hearing word that the pastor has resigned his office as pastor of Locust Grove Baptist Church in Columbia, LA. The Monroe Dispatch was informed by a concerned individual of some alleged issues that the pastor and several deacons appeared to have had issues within the church that could not be resolved. According to sources, Pastor Troy Gaines was allegedly forced to resign after seven years of fighting with members of the church. The alleged dispute was said to be over “making changes” which was met...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A local man who allegedly made threats to kill the mother of a woman with whom he was in a relationship was arrested recently. Monroe Police were summoned to a residence on Malvern St. in Monroe, LA, on July 23, 2023, regarding a possible hostage situation. Officers were also told that a shooting may have taken place at the residence. When officers arrived, they were advised by the mother of the daughter, who was thought to be...
William Riley Jr. (Pappy) departed this life on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at St Francis Medical Center. He was an entrepreneur and business owner of Wonderland Childcare and Development Center in Monroe, LA. William was a Carroll High School 1961 graduate. There William was an active student; he played football and participated in many activities with his class. He became a valued alumni committee member over the years for his help and commitment. He met and married his high school sweetheart,...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Another shooting has led to someone's life coming to an end. Monroe Police responded to a call around 3:30 PM, February 24, 2023, on Forest Ave., where they found an unidentified male at the scene who had been shot. The male's condition was unknown at arrival, as he was taken to an area hospital for treatment. Also at that time, police had no information as to who the shooter(s) may have been as they began their investigation. A...
Living in perilous times, anything can happen at any time. A high-speed chase ended with a vehicle wrapped around a utility post on Milhaven Rd. close to Texas Ave. in Monroe, LA, on Friday, July 21, 2023. The driver walked away from the chase. Details about the high-speed chase were sketchy, but there is a reason for everything. For those who know, these strange occurrences are nothing new. They have been revealed in the good book and won't get any better....
RJ West, a 12-year-old J.S. Clark Elementary student-athlete, has been selected to participate in the Speed Capital's International "Mamba" Squad. Elite young athletes from around the nation were chosen for this team based on their athletic performance, capacity to serve as role models for younger athletes, and overall personalities. The six-time national champion and 13-time All-American just returned from Toronto, CA, after competing in the Flying Angels track club's annual international...
Richwood Mayor Gerald Brown has gone on record “apologizing” for the town’s board of alderperson “treatment” of State Representative Pat Moore at its Thursday, July 20, 2023 meeting. In a Facebook post, Brown said that he publicly apologized to Moore for being denied an opportunity to address those present at the meeting on legislative updates. Moore was not on the meeting’s agenda, nor were board members aware that Moore was going to be at the meeting to address them for any purpose. Brown was also aware that according to the laws that govern...
To my family, friends, and constituents of Ouachita Parish - I am proud to announce my candidacy for re-election to the Ouachita Parish Police Jury. I genuinely enjoy serving my district, and I would like your support so I can continue to represent my district. Your Ouachita Parish Police Juror, District F, Lonnie Hudson...
Jazlynn Barnett,16, a resident of Tallulah, LA, was chosen to represent her community at the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids Youth Advocacy Symposium in Washington, D.C. Jazlynn was among two dozen youths who met with more than 60 congressional offices to build support for ending flavored tobacco sales. During the week-long symposium, Jazlynn met with other youth advocates from all over the country. She enjoyed being able to sharpen her advocacy skills and meeting other youth advocates. She is ex...
Zion Spring Baptist Church (913 Powell Ave., Monroe, LA) will honor Pastor Ricky L. and First Lady Linda James, Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 2:30 PM for their 7th a pastoral anniversary. Guest minister is Pastor Richard Wilson III of St. James Baptist Church in Sterlington, LA....
