Articles from the February 24, 2022 edition
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Running From The Truth
We are told that a law enforcement officer can lie to you in order for you to admit to a wrongdoing. Yes, the courts allows that. And it is not uncommon for officers to lie just like anyone else if they don’t want to admit the truth. But somehow, w...
By SEDD's Suspect Performance
Former Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) member Charles Theus is once again back in his old position as Executive Director of the organization after board members voted to rehire him. Theus was fired back in September 2021 for alleged “p...
Fight Mars Kids' Fun
In what should have been one of the most exciting times in a young child's life, a fight occurred in their presence and is perhaps a scene that will linger with them years from now. A Monroe City Academy League (MCAL) sponsored championship...
Shots Fired
Neighbors and citizens were upset when police investigating an alleged shooting had neighbors edgy when police blocked off the Green Acres neighborhood. They were not allowed to go home as police blocked them from driving into their community on...
Forever in Our Hearts
It is with our deepest sorrow that we inform you of the passing of our loved one, Mr. Lawrence Augurson Sr., who departed this life on February 15, 2022, in Dallas, TX following a lengthy illness. Mr....
Wossman Lady Cats
Wossman Lady Cats Basketball quest for a 3-A LA State Title continues Thursday February 24, 2022 at 6pm at the George "Vamp" Belton Sports Complex at Wossman High School in Monroe LA. The Lady Cats...
Comic Darrell Comanche's Louie Anderson Meeting
In the Black community, sometimes our family name and reputation are what gets us in and out of certain situations; at times those situations can be stressful or dangerous, while at other times they...
MHA/YEY Black History Program
6 Monroe Housing Authority Youth Empowering Youth Leadership Program where the Theme was: "Remember our past, allows us to see a Bright Future!" The Youth Empowering Youth programs, offered by...
DownSouth Sports MVPS'
Congrats to Wossman's Kamron Coleman #5 and Madison's Armaad Moore #50 for being named DownSouth Sports Magazine MVPs. Kamron had 23 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assisst, and 4 steals in the Wildcats 57-52...
Mardi Gras Performer
On Saturday February 19, CoCo York gave an All-Star Mardi Gras performance at the Flying Tiger Brewery in Monroe LA. CoCo's before the Mardi Gras Parade was outstanding with thundering applause and...
Deaths
Russell L. Marshall 65, Died February 16, 2022 Visitation: Friday February 25,2022 Richardson Funeral Home on Winnsboro Rd. 1:00- 5:00pm -Graveside Service for will be Saturday February 26, 2022 at...
Irma DeTiege Scholarship
Legendary Irma DeTiege was a nobody who became somebody. She emerged from the obscure cottonfields of Riverton LA to Monroe LA. She was a very poor girl who grind to shine. Irma DeTiege was one of...
The End Is Near
Jesus had fasted 40days and 40 nights and was hungry. The Devil came to him and said, if you be the son of God, " command that these stones be turned to bread. And Jesus answered and said, "it is written" man shall not live by bread alone, but by...
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...
The Importance of Being Informed
We’re living in a society where entertainment is preferred over information (at least the proper information). People would rather gossip about irrelevant topics, than to be informed about what’s hap...
Consuela Hunter Announces Candidacy
Ms. Consuela Marquise Hunter, a democrat is thrilled to announce her candidacy as alderwoman for the town of Rayville, district eighteen. She is a LIFETIME resident in the town of Rayville,...
Happenings
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 reasonabl...
Favorite Church Usher
Doorkeepers or keepers of the door, their church service is invaluable. They are the first to meet and greet you at church. If you have a question, need a seat, need to speak or sit with a certain...
The Power of The Sun
Judges 5:31 | NKJV 31 “Thus let all Your enemies perish, O Lord! But let those who love Him be like the sun When it comes out in full strength.” So, the land had rest for forty years. Oh, you Sai...
Walls Closing On Trump
Donald Trump may try to sound confident when he speaks in public or writes on his new social media site, but anyone who has been watching the former president, knows that his bark is worse than his bite. It is worse for his enemies and good for his s...
'OUR BLACK LIVES DON'T MATTER
Please be careful while "smoking" (reading) this "joint" (poem) because it is laced with some powerful truths that might cause some to become "paranoid". In light of all the protests that we have witnessed over the past years expressing our...
Our History, Black History: Janette Hoston Harris
There is an adage that states, “You never know where you are going unless you know where you have been.” In the spirit of Black history month, the Monroe Dispatch will highlight stories and the history of Blacks that are not commonly known. Janette H...
Black History Cantata
Tawanna James and The Gloria Chorus present their 2022 Black History cantata Saturday, Feb. 26 at 6 PM at the Greater New Antioch Baptist Church, 301 Sherrouse Ave., Monroe, LA. The theme for this...
Linda Faye Wilson Comanche Dedication
Please join us by planning to attend the dedication of the Linda Faye Wilson Comanche Senior Room at the Emily P. Robinson Community Center, 3504 Jackson St., Monroe LA on Saturday February 26, 2022...
Black History... Visons of Hope
Continued from Feb. 17, 2022 In 2000, Betty began volunteering and became the consummate community organizer. She wholeheartedly believes that people can change their communities through civic...
