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Come enjoy a spectacular show filled with performances of all ages! Don't miss this year's Dazzle Dance Recital, Saturday, June 3, 2023, 6:00 PM at the Monroe Civic Center, Jack Howard Theatre. Entry admission fee, $5....
Freedom Fund Banquet with Keynote Speaker, Mr. Shawn Wilson is Saturday, July 8, 2023, 6:30pm at Mt. Zion Family Life Center at 101 N. 18th St. in Monroe LA. Purchase tickets online at www.ouachitanaacp.org/membership or 318-235-7951...
Celebrating Our Roots Monday June 19, 2023-11am to 4pm A day to recognize and celebrate Black Culture and Freedom-open to the public. There will be health screening bounce house, kids activities, 2 bike giveaways, senior citizen recognition, free brown bag lunch and artifacts from the past on display at Rayville Rosenwald Eula D. Britton Alumni Center at 103 Cotton St. in Rayville LA...
On Sunday, May 21, 2023 a Baccalaureate ceremony was held at True Vine Baptist Church in Monroe LA. Opening prayer was done by Youth Pastor, Rev. Kelvin Horne. Devotion was done by graduates. Words of encouragement were given by Pastor, Rev. Dr. Stonewall Hunter, Jr. He admonished "This is Not the End but a New Beginning." He preached from 1 Samuel 30:6, subject "Shake it off, it's time to go"....
In attendance at Parshall Hester Carter final rights on May 8, 2023 were Carroll 1965 Classmates sitting Lorraine Sparks, Bernadine Adams, Diane Hill, standing Audrey Bright, Arthur Hemphill and Gloria Harris....
A female pedestrian who people that frequent the Ticheli/Standifer/Burg Jones Lane area, said that the individual was involved in a hit-run incident on 5/19/2023. According to sources, a call for emergency services was made at about 11:39 p.m. when the female’s body was discovered on Ticheli Road near Lynn Street in Monroe LA. According to witnesses, an ambulance soon arrived with officers from the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office to render aid. After rendering aid to the victim, witnesses said that Jackie M. Blanson was transported to a loc...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Deputies responded to a morning call on Monday, May 22, 2023, about a stabling at the Town and Country apartment complex. When deputies arrived, they discovered a male victim who, from an updated report, was pronounced dead at the scene. The victim had not been identified until the next of kin could be notified. According to deputies, a person of interest was in their custody. Later in the afternoon,...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. In today's time, the old saying, "Shoppers beware" carries so much weight when one thinks about their personal safety. Often, there is so much on one's mind about what to buy that we can easily forget that something dangerous can happen in the next moment. That warning on being aware should be about being prepared for anything that could happen next. A recent shooting at a local Walmart must have had shoppers on edge, as Monroe...
Danny Ray Tugler, 63, was the son of the late Mrs. Daisy Mae Tugler and Mr. Eliger Tugler Sr. Danny attended Wossman and Carroll High Schools and was a Carroll High School graduate. He also graduated from Delta Community College with an associate business degree. He worked in the farming industry and then later worked at Overhead Door. He was an avid sports fan, enjoying football and basketball, following in the footsteps of his oldest brother, Eliger "Monroe Slim" Tugler Jr., who he admired....
It was only a few days into the New Year when Monroe Police said that Monquarrius Thomas was wanted for allegedly attempting to rob the Dollar General Store located on South 8th Street in Monroe. The January 2, 2023 incident was another in a string of robberies that MPD said had occurred at the store over the last five months, but this one ended tragically. Police said Thomas, the alleged robber, used a handgun while attempting to rob the store when he was shot by an on-duty store clerk....
Join Dazzle Dance for its 11th annual recital, Saturday, June 5, 2023 at the Monroe Civic Center, Jack Howard Theater, 6:00 PM. This year's spectular show, featured talented dancers presenting phenomenal talents in Ballet, Jazz, Modern, and Hip Hop dance. This can't miss event is quality entertainment for all ages. Admission $5 Photo caption: Come see budding dance phenomena, Imani Alexander, perform with style and grace at the 2023 Dazzle Dance Recital....
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Back in the old days, if a guy wanted to see that special someone, he usually went by the young lady’s home. If she wasn’t living at home, he went by her apartment. Nowadays, with dating apps on the scene, it is “pick and choose”. What was once a fad has now turned into something for those who perhaps want something different, with maybe a little adventure thrown in for good measure, but sometimes, things can go horribly wrong. A local man is under arrest facing a serious...
True Vine Baptist Church graduates and honor students were honored with a Scholarship Banquet on Monday, May 15, 2023 at the Monroe Civic Center. Nine high school graduates, seven college grads, and thirty-five honor students received accolades. Each high school and college student received a monetary award and a Bible. Honor students received medallions....
Congratulations 2023 J.S. Clark 2023 Kindergarten Graduate Lauren Stringfellow....
The Divine Brothers Association held its 3rd Annual Stop the Violence Bike Ride Saturday, May 6, 2023. The ride began at Carroll Jr. High School in Monroe, LA. Special guest was former NFL pro footballer Johnathan Wilhite with Go DJ Twin on the 1s and 2s. H.D. Foy, owner of Rated E, LLC, gave away a bicycle to one participant. Foy created the event to show youth how much the organization cares about them. "If you consider yourself a leader, you have to take control of a situation and be the...
It was STANDING ROOM ONLY on Thursday May 18, 22023 at the Carver -McDonald Library in Monroe LA! The community came out in record numbers to find out how to research their ancestors' unique story and family tree. There were 36 participants present for this program. Hats off to the community! The presenter for the program was Lora Peppers, Genealogy/Special Collections from the Ouachita Parish Main Branch Library. Genealogy: Know Your Ancestors Who are your ancestors? When did your great...
Rev. Van H. Brass offered to recently elected 10th District Moderator encouragement as Rev. John L. Russell ll was elected 10th District Moderation with unity being the key to success. Rev. Brass received lets of amens for his eloquent encouragement....
Who and Where are the Black Leaders in Monroe LA?...
Wossman High School Class of 1973 was the first class to attend an integrated Wossman all four years. Wossman 1973 Graduates were recognized at Wossman 2023 Commencement on Tuesday May 16, 2023 at the Monroe Civic Center. Wossman 1973 included 1st Row: Frank Colvin, ArCola Freelance, Ruby Johnson, Vernon Hall, Debra Traylor-Tolliver, and Ronald Stewart. 2nd Row: Gregory Glover, Angela Washington-Mayo, Anthony Johnson, Gwendolyn Perkins-Johnson, Harold Brown, and Cliff Woods. 3rd Row: Rose...
Entergy hosted its 74th annual BBQ and shrimp boil for media outlets at Kiroli Park Lodge in West Monroe on Thursday, May 16, 2024. The event, which featured food, fun, and fellowship, was a way for Entergy to thank the local media for their support....
Entergy hosted its 74th annual BBQ and shrimp boil for media outlets at Kiroli Park Lodge in West Monroe on Thursday, May 16, 2024. The event, which featured food, fun, and fellowship, was a way for Entergy to thank the local media for their support....
A weekend shooting at the Richwood Bingo Hall Parking Lot on Saturday, May 13, 2023, has some residents wondering what Mayor Gerald Brown and the town’s board plan to do to address the issue. A lot of questions are also being asked by nightclub owners who have seen their hours of operation severely curtailed after an ordinance was passed several weeks ago. Richwood club owners do not favor the ordinance because of the manner in which the votes were secured and deem the process improperly done under state meeting laws. Now that there has been a...
Hearts are saddened upon hearing about the passing of Terrance "Nut" Lewis, 65, especially in Newtown residences in Monroe, LA, which is where he grew up. Terrence Lewis was born November 25, 1957 and was baptized as an infant at Little Flower Catholic Church. He attended Little Flower Academy in his elementary and Jr High school years. He attended Wossman High School and graduated in 1977. After high school, he gained employment at the Louisiana Training Institute (Swanson) until he retired. In...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A local couple is facing serious charges following the death of an infant allegedly in their care. Deputies with the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office responded to a call on May 10, 2023 of an infant in distress. When deputies arrived at an address on Worley Street in Monroe, LA the infant was not breathing. The child had severe burns on both of her legs according to officers, and was transported to a local hospital. The child...
Republicans in the House of the Louisiana Legislature, passed a bill that, if it became law, would make records of juveniles accused and convicted of crimes public. House Bill 321, along with passage in the Senate would “create an online portal where the records of juveniles convicted of certain crimes can be viewed”. Juvenile records had always been shielded from the public but now Republicans are saying that this legislation is needed in the name of “public safety”, which does not pass the smell test when a test pilot program would be cond...
Cherry's Tree Innerattainment is proud to announce that its own, Al "big AL" Cherry, has, once again, been added to the list of featured performers for the 2023 Tom Joyner Foundation Fantastic Voyage! big AL has been booked, for a sixth time, to bring his energy, excitement, and entertainment back to the Tom Joyner platform. Along with big AL, the 2023 Fantastic Voyage proudly announces its headliners: Stevie Wonder, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Charlie Wilson, The Isley Brothers, Chante Moore, and more!...
Corinthian Travillion can now add alumna to her list of growing milestones as she is a 2023 Ouachita Parish High School graduate. Corinthian reigned as Miss Ouachita Parish High School 2022-2023 and is headed to Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA this Fall. She is the daughter of Toby and Ashley Shoulders and the granddaughter of Jean Felton....
The Wossman Wildcat Alumni Association hosted Wossman Wildcat Alumni Senior Day, Saturday, May 6, 2023, on the school's campus. The event aimed to welcome the Wossman High School class of 2023 into alumni life and instill Wossman traditions. Wossman Wildcat Alumni Senior Day featured free food, music, fun for the family, scholarship presentations, a Wossman alumni career panel, and much more....
Who & Where are the Black Leaders in Monroe LA...
Educating And Empowering Those with Lupus Kount Teens 2 Mentor will be hosting “Lunch in the Loop Walk.” which is a fundraiser event in support for Lupus Awareness Month. The “Lunch in the Loop Walk” will be a family fun-filled event with impactful information for all who attend. The event will kick off with a 3K walk followed by lunch, live music, and a guest speaker on Saturday May 27, 2023 in Charles Johnson Park in Monroe, Louisiana, from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Sponsorship opportunities and registration information can be found on our websi...
Attention: All graduates of Carroll High School, Classes 1953 to present. Please send one representative to assist with planning this all-inclusive reunion Thursday May 25, 2023 at 5pm at Powell Community Center in Monroe LA Space limited, so please only one representative per class. Questions Mr. Charles Thomas at (318) 537-6804...
St. Luke Baptist Church 3507 Church St. Monroe LA Free clothing on Saturday June 17, 2023 at 10am till 2pm. Rev. Alonzo Clark Pastor....
A Second Annual Juneteenth Month Celebration featuring a concert with Living Water Ministries’ Ensembles, an art exhibit featuring Brandon Virgil, Sr. and Rodrecas Davis, and a special spoken word performance by Alayna Chadwick will take place Thursday, June 1, 2023, 5:00 - 8:00 PM at the Biedenharn Museum and Gardens in Monroe. Gates open at 5:00 PM, and the concert begins at 6:00 PM. The event is free to the public, but donations are appreciated. Guests should enter through the Riverside gate. The program is the first of many Juneteenth a...
United Theological Seminary 905 Texas Ave Monroe LA and Bible College classes for the summer session begin on June 3, 2023 at 7:30am. Classes are open to interested persons who want more information – but not interested in a degree. Bachelor and Master program courses: Bachelor of Theology classes: 7:30am Personal Evangelism; 9:05am English; 10:40am Field Work in Christian Education. Master of Theology classes: 7:30am Personal Evangelism; 9:05am Research and Writing; 10:40am Educational Programs of the Church. The Master of Theology degree p...
Eta Delta Lambda Chapter Education Foundation of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc held their 28th Scholarship Awards Banquet on Saturday May 6, 2023 at the Monroe Civic Center in Monroe LA. Banquet speaker was The Honorable Brother Judge Alvin Sharp 4th Judicial District Court Division l. Master of ceremonies was Brother Robert Gaines. Twelve 2023 Alpha Phi Alpha Outstanding Seniors were honored....
On Friday, May 5, 2023 at the Kingsway Apartments in Monroe, LA, residents were al- allegedly scared to death by an eruption of gunfire without any warning around NOON. Shots ranged out for an indefinite period of time. Sources say there was so much gunfire at this time of day, which was scary and unbelievable, especially with a school, Roy Shelling Elementary School, directly across the street. Amazingly no one was shot or injured, which was a miracle. Bullets travel until they run their course or hit something. Many stray bullets have injured...
With the exodus of Carroll High School Principal Dr. Eric Davis, there is a buzz concerning who will be the school's next principal. Carroll High School in Monroe LA has been a beacon of hope for the students and Black community since 1953 when the late Morris Henry Carroll set standards to keep the community's high esteem and integration. For much of the school's history, its leaders have been upheld by individuals who were and are products of Carroll. There is a mystic about Carroll, which lives today from yesterday, and that is why Carroll...
A rash of shootings continues nationwide, and even many local communities are finding that they are not immune to the sound of gunshots. The same can be said here in the northeast region of Louisiana. In Ouachita Parish, Monroe Police were called to the Parkview Apartments on Friday, May 5, 2023, around 6:00 PM in response to a shooting. MPD would learn that two individuals were injured from the shooting. Officers (as of press time) are investigating the shooting that sent the two individuals to a local hospital. The two individuals were said...
Sister Ella Mae Head Washington entered this life on August 14, 1934, into the family of Elmer "Buddy" and Janice Hanspard Head as the second of five children. She was brought up in the Mount Pleasant community in West Monroe, LA. She confessed her belief in God and became a lifelong member of the Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church in West Monroe at an early age. She departed this life on May 2, 2023, after suffering life's trials and tribulations; she passed away peacefully in her West...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The scenario is all too similar as Black-on-Black crime escalates among our youth, like another form of disguised slavery. Families are suffering as more senseless deaths plague our community with no end in sight; only God knows how and what can be done to save us from such unfortunate heartache. It was a violent start to the weekend in the Morehouse Parish area, as another shooting claimed the lives of two individuals. The...
There is a lot of anger directed at Richwood Mayor Gerald Brown and the three alderpersons who changed their votes on an ordinance that affected nightclub operating hours within the town limits. The Monroe Dispatch spoke with the owners, who said that the sudden change from 3:30 AM to 2:00 AM is severely hurting their businesses, as they have experienced steep declines in profits, where they have had to cut back on the number of employees that work in their establishments. One owner said their...
Jesse Wilson passed on Thursday, April 27, 2023 in Cleveland, OH. Jesse retired from General Motors Delphi in Monroe, LA. Public viewing is Friday, May 12, 2023, 3:00 - 5:00 PM at House of Peace Funeral Home in Cleveland, OH. His wake service is Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 10:00 AM, and his celebration of life is Saturday, May 13, 2023, 10:30 AM at House of Peace Funeral Home in Cleveland, OH. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Doret, of 40 years, one son, Carlos Sr., daughter, Deneyelle,...
Copyright 2023 By: Mr. Marion Obafemi To my daughter, Coffee, on her accomplishment of graduating from GSU as an honor student. I salute you for your accomplishments and your graduation. I admire you for how you faced every challenging situation yet remained steadfast. I thank you for allowing me to ride on this journey to your destination. I honor you for your perseverance, diligence, and determination....
The Eta Delta Lambda Chapter Education Foundation of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc held its 28th Scholarship Awards Banquet on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at the Monroe Civic Center in Monroe, LA. Banquet speaker was the Honorable Brother Judge Alvin Sharp, 4thJudicial District Court Division I. Master of ceremonies was Brother Robert Gaines. 12 Alpha Phi Alpha Outstanding Seniors were honored....
St. Luke Baptist Church 3507 Church St. Monroe LA Free clothing on Saturday June 17, 2023 at 10am till 2pm. Rev. Alonzo Clark Pastor....
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona issued the following statement on the latest Nation’s Report Card showing a decline in history and civics scores for eighth graders: “The latest data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress further affirms the profound impact the pandemic had on student learning in subjects beyond math and reading. It tells us that now is not the time for politicians to try to extract double-digit cuts to education funding, nor is it the time to limit what students learn in U.S. history and civics cla...
The Wossman Class of 1984 awarded the annual 3A (Athletics, Arts, & Academics) Scholarships to 3 deserving students, Zelmarcus South (Grambling State University), Faith Porter (University of Louisiana at Lafayette) & Shelby Wright (Tulane University). Each student will receive $1,000. Congratulations! #excelsiorandseekingtruth...
Life and death have always been a mystery. We don't know when we will come or leave this life. When leaving home, there is no guarantee of a safe return, but the prayer is always for a safe return home. Hearts are saddened by the unexpecting passing of Christina Wroten, 22, who went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 30, 2023. Funeral services are on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Visitation is Friday, May 5, 2023, 3:30 - 5:30 PM at...
James Savannah’s life has been one some may call a life of misfortune. It began when as a youth, he made some bad decisions, some of which landed him in jail. Looking back over his life, he says he would have made different choices. When he was facing serious time, Savannah made another bad choice. He was supposed to serve time in Ouachita Parish, but before he was placed behind bars, he escaped from jail, winding up in California. He stayed away for about three years, then decided to turn himself in; returning to Louisiana, he was placed b...
Parshall Doretha O'Dell Mae Hester Carter, a resident of Monroe, LA transitioned peacefully on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Her visitation is scheduled for Sunday, May 7, 2023, 1:00 - 6:00 PM at Miller Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. Funeral services are Monday, May 8, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Zion Traveler Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. Burial is at Richwood Memorial Gardens in Richwood, LA under the direction of Miller Funeral Home....
