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  • Always Our Inspiration

    Jan 14, 2021

    Oh, Shelia how we miss you so much already. Shelia the day has come and now you rest in a peaceful slumber. Shelia LaVonne Hollis Lewis graced the world with her beautiful presence on a bright and blessed day of August 23, 1946. She was born in Fondale LA., as the second child, first daughter of Phil Hollis and Recie Mae Hollis. Shelia was a 1964 graduate of Richwood High School. On January 12, 2021, Shelia gained her heavenly wings and now rest in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ....

  • Found One Soul Singer

    Jan 14, 2021

    After being in the music business for over 50 years, you could tell something special about Entertainer R&B/Blues Sensation Robert "Sonny" Green from Los Angeles CA by way of Monroe LA. The former Carroll Grad lit up the Elite Club like none other. He was the headliner for the Carroll Homecoming after party for two shows, Fri. Sept. 14 and Sat. Sept. 15 2012. Sonny left a mark at the Elite Club Monroe LA that fans thought couldn't be erased. His new CD One Soul Singer is a collector's item....

  • Medical Expert Highlights Vitamin D for COVID-19 Treatment

    Jan 14, 2021

    Internationally Recognized and Award-Winning Surgeon, Dr. Leslie Ray Matthews launched a new campaign to educate the global community of the benefits of daily intake of Vitamin D. Dr. Matthews has revolutionized the use of "high-dose" vitamin D in the frontline treatment of coronavirus and other diseases of chronic illnesses such as traumatic brain injuries, heart attacks, strokes, concussions, ventilator associated pneumonias, sepsis, ARDS, and infections. A former Mayo Clinic trained fellow and Senior Associate Consultant (SAC), former...

  • Convicted Felons Sentenced

    Jan 14, 2021

    Two Monroe, Louisiana men have been sentenced by United States District Judge Terry A. Doughty in connection with two separate arrests, Acting United States Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook announced January 6. Larry Ranell Coleman, 29, was sentenced to 46 months (3 years, 10 months) in prison followed by 3 years of supervised release for being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm. On October 9, 2019, Monroe Police Department officers conducted a traffic stop of the vehicle Coleman was...

  • Word Out at Zion Traveler

    Jan 14, 2021

    Sources tell the Dispatch that Rev. Annanias Word has been relieved as pastor at Zion Traveler Baptist Church in Monroe LA recently. A reception welcoming the 9th new pastor was held on February 2, 2019. Rev. Word was a young man with the wisdom and intellect of a devout man of the cloth while being gifted in speech and music winning two thirds of the congregation. What happened with the church and the pastor will only be known by members and those trusted as the church and pastor parted ways!...

  • New School Year, New Leaders?

    Eddie D. Gillis|Jan 14, 2021

    In just under a week, the Monroe City Schools Board will hold its first meeting of the New Year and quite frankly, no one knows what to expect. The board went through some ups/downs throughout 2020 beginning on how it would maintain/conduct a normal school year of activity with the coronavirus on the horizon early in 2020. COVID-19, as the virus came to be known as, proved to be challenging for all school boards across the nation and it still is for the current board. How effective was last...

  • Family Champion Allie B. Ghoston

    Jan 14, 2021

    Smiling down in heaven Mrs. Allie Goldston regained her wings and ascended to her Heavenly home January 10, 2021 after battling Coronavirus. In her recent years she could always be seen smiling and driving around town in her SUV. She had a joyful spirit that she shared through her beautiful smile and carrying out good deeds to those in need. She was a faithful servant to her church community, volunteering in a variety of roles throughout the years. Mrs. Allie will not only be greatly missed by...

  • MGYSGT Shawn L. Hall's Retirement

    Jan 14, 2021

    MGySgt Shawn L. Hall is retiring after 30 years of distinguished service in the United States Marine Corps. MGySgt Hall was born in Massachusetts to Jay and Cora Hall. He graduated from Carroll High School in 1990 before enlisting in the Marine Corps in 1991. Since then, he has served in positions of leadership at duty stations across both coasts of the United States and overseas. He has also continued his pursuit of education by earning a bachelor's degree from the University of Mary...

  • Love Challenges

    Jan 14, 2021

    Living is difficult due to uncertainties from day to day for those vulnerable. Its very easy to lose your spot in life's journey from a circumstance beyond your control. The pressure of a moment unexpected can cause unpredictable outcomes not anticipated. According to police reports on January 9, 2021, law enforcement was dispatched to Worley St. in Monroe LA to a domestic dispute. According to the victim Suspect Verlica Perry held a kitchen knife to his neck allegedly to cut the victim's...

  • Deaths

    Jan 14, 2021

    Clyde Savage, 90 Clyde Savage of West Monroe, LA Retired Construction Worker died Wednesday January 6, 2021. Visitation: 1:30-4:30PM Thursday January 14, 2021 at McFarland Funeral Home Monroe Graveside Service: 11:00AM Friday at Richwood Memorial Gardens under arrangements of McFarland Funeral Company of Monroe. JaQuay M. Cleveland, 25 JaQuay M. Cleveland of Delhi, LA Fast Food died Saturday January 9, 2021. Visitation: 12:30-3:30PM Friday January 15, 2021 in Delhi Funeral Home. Graveside Service: 1:00PM Saturday January 16, 2021. Philadelphia...

  • Did the Real America Reveal Itself?

    Eddie D. Gillis|Jan 14, 2021

    January 6, a day that will live in infamy in the history of the United States. It will be a day that many here and around the world thought would never happen. What’s the old saying about saying “never”? In the span of several hours, the world was witness to a nation that has often talked about turmoil in other nations due to civil unrest, while at the same time ignoring long simmering/smoldering fires of unrest in a divided nation that erupted as a volcano would on Jan. 6. It was not a race riot, but just as a volcano will give warning signs...

  • Menace to Society

    Jessica DeTiege|Jan 14, 2021

    Last week the world watched as Republican extremists walked through the United States Capitol building wreaking havoc after receiving marching orders from the country's current leader. To date, the 45th president has not owned up to telling his supporters to march to the US Capitol. Despite his denials, his rally speech shares that he did give rally-goers a directive to storm the capitol and disrupt Congress from certifying the 2020 election and giving the ok for the Biden inauguration. What we witnessed Wednesday, January 6, 2021, was yet...

  • 35th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Celebration

    Jan 14, 2021

    Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Foundation Of Ouachita Parish, Inc. observes Annual Awards and Recognition Program In Person & Virtual Tune in on Facebook or Greater New Antioch Baptist Church 301 Sherrouse Avenue - Monroe LA Rev. John L. Russell II- Pastor Monday, January 18, 2021-7 P.M. Doors Open at 6 P.M. –, Temperature Checks & Sanitation Stations- Guest Speaker – Rev. Vance Price – New St. James Baptist Church Monroe LA-Essay Winners Will Be Recognized And Awarded- Essay Applications Available For Grades K – 12 Submission Deadline: Friday,...

  • Free Me HeART Expo

    Jan 14, 2021

    Free Me Association hosted its First Annual HeART of the City Art Expo was a 3 phase Art contest for area high school students in Monroe LA at the Northeast LA African American Heritage Museum on December 19, 26, 2020 and January 2, 2021. Free Me HeART of the City Art Expo Winner Tashayla Gilbert of Carroll High School captured First Place with Free Me Association Tyree Hollins made the presentation. Photo Free Me HeART Art Expo...

  • Celebrating

    Jan 14, 2021

    Thankful, blessed and praising God for another year is Angie Mae Smith January 10. Wishing Angie a happy birthday are all her kinfolks Brenda and Jimmy George Briggs, Robin, Alvin, Gayle, Basil & Jacqulyn Nwufoh, Binkie and Dr. Ice. Happy birthday Angie Mae!...

  • Found One Soul Singer Robert "Sonny" Green

    Jan 14, 2021

    Robert "Sonny" Green was born in Monroe Louisiana in October 1941. At the age of eighteen the vocalist was hired by saxophonist Big Jay McNeely who had a 1959 hit single "There is Something on Your Mind" sung by Little Sonny Warner. As Warner's replacement Green was dubbed "Sonny" to make people think he was the original. Later, while on tour with Tyrone Davis, Green relocated to Texas, and then to Los Angeles. In the late 1960's and early 70's. This is Green's debut solo album produced,...

  • THE LONG REACH OF RACISM

    Jan 14, 2021

    Anyone with a television, cell phone or printed media has to be aware of the unrest in Washington D. C. at the Capitol. There were reportedly 6 deaths and numerous injured during this riot which has been described as an “Insurrection”, which may be defined as a violent uprising against an authority or government. Noticeably, there were very few Blacks involved as participants with the riotous acts. Also, even more noticeably were the few law enforcement officers at any level which was such a difference from the overflowing numbers of off...

  • RUNNING FOR YOUR LIFE

    Pastor K. C. Wade, ADVANCING THE KINGDOM|Jan 14, 2021

    1 Timothy 6:11-12 | MSG But you, Timothy, man of God: Run for your life from all this. Pursue a righteous life—a life of wonder, faith, love, steadiness, courtesy. Run hard and fast in the faith. Seize the eternal life, the life you were called to, the life you so fervently embraced in the presence of so many witnesses. Beloved strive and move ahead. Your victory in Christ Jesus is assured. For you are truly “RUNNING FOR YOUR LIFE”. Staying far ahead of sickness and disease. Staying ahead of st...

  • The End Is Near

    Jan 14, 2021

    As Christians we must pray, meditate, study God's word, and walk in righteousness so others can see our good works. Sinners must be encouraged to follow Jesus, and repent from ungodliness and every evil way; that their souls will be saved, and their sins forgiven. Let's all submit to God, resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and he will draw near to you. We must be holy in all manner of conversation, humble before God, and he will exalt you in due season. Be sober, be vigilant, because your adversary the devil walketh...

  • Happenings

    Jan 14, 2021

    Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving Southern Style Hot Breakfast & Lunch Daily Monday- Friday 6 am – 2:30 pm and Sat 7 am – 2 pm All Plates come with coffee or fountain drink Great Food! Great Service @ Reasonable Prices 2 locations Now Save #1 4399 Hwy 165 South Monroe, LA /318-737-7873 & Tiger Market Café 1800 Forsythe Ave Suite 1 Monroe, LA 71201/318-325-4000 Ms. Edna & Staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day Influence 76 % of teachers are female How Sweet it Is For as long as Heck was a pup, every year, every Christmas the phone...

  • Southern Soul Style

    Jan 14, 2021

    Silas White 40th All Black Bash "Southern Soul Style" was one of the hottest events kicking off 2021 on Friday January 1 at the Hub in Monroe LA. CDC social guidelines were adhered while patrons were entertained by Sir Charles Jones, LJ Echols, Jeter Jones, Nathaniel Kimble, Jeff Floyd, Jaye Hammer, Summer Wolf & Magic One. DJ Scott Banks handled the ones and twos. Happy 40th birthday Silas White!...

  • ADVERTISEMENT REQUEST FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATION

    Jan 14, 2021

    The City of Monroe Engineering Department, located at 802 North 31st Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71201 is receiving Statements of Qualification for professional Construction Engineering and Inspection Services related to the construction of the Water Treatment Plant Renovation and Expansion Project. Statements of Qualification will be received until 1:45 P.M., on April 13, 2021. Offerors may request a tour of the Water Treatment Plant, located at 2401 N. 10th Street, Monroe, LA, 71201 by contacting Water System Manager Sean Benton at (318)...