Monroe Dispatch - No Struggle, No Progress

In this modern era, individuals must be mindful of their surroundings. Unexpected situations can arise even in places where one wouldn't anticipate them, emphasizing the need for a consistently alert mindset. While some people may follow the same...

Poor cities or towns often reflect the consequences of inadequate leadership. The state of a community is a direct reflection of the decisions made by its leaders. Poor leadership can manifest in many ways, from the mismanagement of resources to the...

Acquiring it posed challenges. Sustaining it may prove even more challenging. The quest for establishing a second majority-Black voting district in Louisiana has finally succeeded, but not without difficulties. The U.S. Supreme Court played a...

Monti Sharp, a revered figure in our community, is set to journey back to his artistic roots. His connection to the Monroe Arts community traces its origins to his days at Ouachita Jr. High, where he first captivated audiences at the Monroe Little...

Mackie Freeze, Sr, 96 of Monroe, LA a Coach, died January 19, 2024. Services: 11:00 AM Saturday, January 27, 2024 at New St James Baptist Church in Monroe. Visitation: Friday, January 16, 2024 from 5:00-7:00PM at St Timothy Baptist Church in Monroe,...

There are many people eagerly awaiting the construction of the massive Amazon facility slated to be built in Monroe, LA, which should provide an economic boost and offer more jobs in the area. City officials made the announcement of Amazon’s a...

United Theological Seminary and Bible College held the first registration for spring 2024 at 5:00pm on Monday, January 22. Registration will continue January 29 and 30 at 5:00pm and classes will begin at 5:30pm. The seminary is at 905 Texas Ave. in M...

APRIL 11 – APRIL 14, 2024 Package Includes: Hotel accommodations for Thursday – Saturday nights at the DRURY INN- Marietta, GA (Hotel rooms are double occupancy) Free Breakfast-Evening Snacks Free Drinks (Happy Hour) Charter bus services pro...

Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service at reasonab...

When Donald Trump won the Iowa Caucuses last week, that wasn’t news. When he won almost all of the counties in the state, that wasn’t news. When MSNBC and CNN refused to air Trump’s victory speech soon after the votes were still being counted, that...

John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness, Repent! Repent! For the Kingdom of God is at hand. A new dispensation is coming, the New Testament of Jesus Christ. The Old Testament Covenant has passed and Jesus is coming to bring in the Blood...

Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. 1 Corinthians 15:58 Prayer: Father God, I praise and thank You for givi...