Articles from the February 11, 2021 edition
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BLACK TROUBLED TEENS
More and more we are reading or hearing about Black teenage girls who are in some kind of trouble. Without doubt, there are some girls who set themselves on a destined path to get into trouble and to...
Kennard "Lil. Wayne/Boss" Smith Jr. Cherished Memories
Kennard was born July 3, 1985 to the late Kennard Smith Sr. and Flecia Gayle Smith. He attended Carroll High School and OIC, furthering his education by pursuing a degree in information technology at...
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Arrests Black Eye for State Police
Louisiana's State Police Force, specifically Troop "F" which patrols the northeastern section of the state, had four of its officers charged for using excessive force during two news making arrests....
West Monroe Mascot Controversy
What's in a name? Depending on the name, plenty. Names have been the subject of many debates, be they spirited or low key, names can bring out the best and worse in us. Sometimes they can lead to...
City Harassment
A local woman and former city employee is hoping that her case that she filed for wrongful termination will soon be resolved. People get terminated every day from various jobs, but in this particular...
"Fearless Leaders Remembered"
Two pillars of the civil rights movement have joined fellow Comrades in heaven. Charlie White, the last founding "Deacon for Defense" member died on Feb. 4, 2021 in Northeast Louisiana Hospital. His...
Forever in Our Hearts
Forever in Our Hearts Our beautiful and sweet Pauline Lucille Underwood aka Pie was born July 23, 1949 to the late Dorothea Underwood and Samuel D. Cyrus. She completed her journey and God called her...
Brown Teacher of the Year
At J.S. Clark Magnet School in Monroe LA, Mrs. Asia Wilson-Brown is 2021 Teacher of the year. Her husband John F. Brown and her parents Wyatt X. and Louise Wilson are also elated. Congratulations...
Highway 165 South Deaths
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury has long recognized that a certain section of Hwy 165 South that goes through the parish has been a major safety concern for residents who live on both sides of the roadway. That concern became a painful reality once a...
$1,400 Stimulus Checks
For the third round, payments will decrease by $56 for every $1,000 in income over the $75,000 threshold, which means those making $100,000 or more would not receive a payment. It also means that...
Williams Wedding Anniversary
To the most beautiful woman who has given me the most beautiful life, I want to love you, adore you, take care of you and make you the happiest person there ever was for all of time. I didn't think...
New Policing Reforms
There is another attempt to find common ground by concerned Louisiana citizens with legislators and associates in the law enforcement community, where the goal is to have meaningful discussions on...
Little Flower
Little Flower Academy in Monroe LA was a special place beginning in 1940-1968 for students' kindergarten to high school. The learning environment was second to none where those attending received the...
Older & Colder
Blessed and favored having lived and endured only by Grace and Mercy, William Neal Sr.'s story is his glory while being a witness to the goodness and brilliance. Happy birthday William Neal Sr....
Deaths
Kendrick Louvell Jackson, 2 Kendrick Louvell Jackson son of Kenneth Sr. and Shamekia Renee Jackson of Dallas, TX died Friday February 5, 2021. Services: 11:00AM Saturday February 13, 2021 in McFarland Funeral Chapel. Burial: Richwood Memorial...
You Mean the World to Me
Many that pledge their vows before God and man stay together for the long haul. They inevitably go through good and bad times, but always find the real success of love. Many married couples who say...
"PUT DOWN THE GUNS"
Copyright 2016 On the 3rd day of the month after June Our lips were singing a famliiar tune Salt was poured into an open wound Two lives were taken from us much too soon Before we could see how their flower would bloom. On the 3rd day of the 7th...
The End Is Near
With February being recognized as Black History Month, let's reflect back on slavery. Blacks were brought from their homelands to labor under cruel taskmasters who considered them less than a human. The I will treatments of blacks lasted over 200...
PRAYING CHILDREN
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...
Disrespect To Kamala Harris
As if religion or what it is supposed to mean scripturally, needs another black eye. Kamala Harris, just as Barack Obama has done, will stand in the annals of history in America until the nation ceases no more. As all things this side of the...
NAACP Founders Day Program 1909-1921 & Counting
Friday, February 12, 2021, 1 pm St. John Baptist Church 1307 Sycamore St. Monroe LA, Invocation: Rev. Jesse Smith, Speaker: Pastor Ambrose Douzart, President Ouachita Chapter NAACP; and Benediction Rev. Tharris Bishop- 112 Years: Still fighting for...
Get Down Tigers
Coach Rankins is a true Neville Tiger. His commitment to the students is relentless while being a teacher, role model and a servant for over 59 years. His commitment is genuine while he is a true...
Monroe Regional Airport Director
Mayor Friday Ellis has appointed Charles A. Butcher as the Director of the Monroe Regional Airport. Butcher has a career in aviation that spans two decades; he most recently served as the Director of...
Happenings
Happenings Virtual HBCU Campus Tours Ever wonder what it would be like to attend a Historically Black College and University (HBCU)? Eleven HBCUs will provide a glimpse into their school, college life and admission requirements at a Virtual College...
