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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, when it comes to getting the truth from law enforcement officers, numerous roadblocks materialize to prevent the truth from being known. On the other hand, law enforcement will ask the public to come forward and be a witness in order to solve a crime. “Help us” to fight crime we are told. But when...
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 “poor performance” in his position by SEDD in a move that may have caught some, if not many city residents by surprise. The organization has come under some tough times, as it has been locked out of its regular meeting place because of issues dealing with funds that have been under scrutiny by the cit...
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 basketball game between 8-9 year old girls was held at Marbles Community Center in Monroe, LA on Saturday, February 19, 2022, but ended badly. The game ended with the Academy Bulldogs/Tigers winning by a 9-8 score, but the game was all about young little girls playing a game, just having some fun. Once the...
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 Friday, February 18, 2022, in south Monroe, LA. Sources allege numerous firearm shots were fired around the Parkview Apartments area. Officials have been quiet about what transpired. With the strong police presence on Jackson St. to Richwood Rd. #2, residents were perplexed about how serious the...
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. Augurson was always an advocate for civil rights and an appropriate example of this was his participation in the Million Man March on Washington DC in October of 1995. He was very proud of his work in the community as it relates to increasing voter registration. Known for his ability as a great spe...
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 defeated Donaldsonville Monday February 21, 75-50 to move to the next round of the playoff against Mansfield. Wossman Lady Cats Ramiah Augurson and her Lady Cats' Teammates outlasted their opponents....
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 can be light-hearted and interesting. Local educator and comedian Darrell Comanche once found himself in a situation where his name and reputation led him to meet a very well-known actor and comedian who just recently passed away. Comanche was given the opportunity to perform at the world-famous...
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 Opportunity Now, and sponsored through the Monroe Housing Authority STEPS Program, teach participating teens about character, leadership, goal-seeking, and community service. YEY participants are Shakira Burton, Trinity Johnson, Jakaleb Ellington, Jusytce Hewitt, Erika Hewitt, Destiny Long, and...
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 victory over Peabody on February 5, 2022. Moore had 16 points and several rebounds in the Jaguar's victory over General Trass on February 10, 2022. Pictured with Wossman 's Kamron Coleman is Wossman Head Basketball Coach Casey Jones. The Most Valuable Player of the Game is sponsored by The Monroe...
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 numerous accolades. Supporting CoCo was Alyce Adams and Cheryl Sutton....
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 Richwood Memorial Gardens 11:00 am. Photo Russell L. Marshall Dinah Williams, 70 of Monroe, LA died February 22, 2022. Service: 11:00 AM Saturday February 26, 2022 at First Baptist Missionary Church, Monroe, LA. Visitation: 3:00 until 5:00 P.M., Friday February 25, 2022 at Smith Funeral Home. Burial:...
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 you. She believed in who she saw in the mirror, while God's Grace and Mercy showed in the things she accomplished. We celebrated her legacy by honoring deserving students with a scholarship in her memory. Thanks to all who've donated to the Irma DeTiege Scholarship Fund. Your kindness is always...
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 every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God. In these last perilous days, we must not follow any other doctrine or teaching other than “what is written " in God's word. The creator God gave Israel Commandments when he brought them out of Egypt not to have any other gods before him (Gen.20:1). s...
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 best education through a Franciscan investment into the Black Community which helped present the Catholic Faith. At Little Flower, students were taught discipline, values, respect, the ten commandments, sportsmanship, religion, music, the arts, drama and stage performance in a caring and nurturing...
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 happening in their communities, for better or worse. Many don’t know anything about who’s in charge of making decisions that affect them, or certain laws and regulations that directly affect them. Many don’t expect much from elected officials and other community leaders, because they are unaware o...
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, Louisiana. She is the daughter of Mrs. Irma Lee Holmes Curry Hunter and the late Albert Charles Hunter. I am the granddaughter of the late Mrs. Ollie Jackson Jones, Ms. Rosie B. Turner, Mr. Julius Holmes, and Mr. Dennis Hunter, Sr. Sister to Michael Serone Sr. and Linda Gayle Curry. A single parent of one...
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 reasonable prices. Three Monroe locations: Now Save #1 4399, Hwy 165 South, 318-737-7873; Tiger Market Café, 1800 Forsythe Ave, Suite 1, 318-325-4000; Now Save # 5, Hwy 165 South and Hadley St. Ms. Edna and Staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day! Edna’s Cooking features $4.99 breakfast and coffee, $6.99 lunch...
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 group, church ushers are at your beck and call to fulfill your desires and are valuable church servants. This week the Monroe Dispatch salutes dedicated True Love Missionary Baptist Church Las Vegas NV Usher Alma Fleming 80, who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher. Alma is originally...
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 Saints! Oh, you Children of the Most High God! It is your time to “shine”. It is time for your brilliance and intensity to burst forth from behind the clouds. It is your due season to be at FULL STRENGTH! For ALL the enemies of the Lord will perish. No more doubt, fear, or unbelief. No more sicknes...
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 supporters, because he is reminding Republicans who disagree with him on any issues, may be out of a job after the 2022 midterm elections. But his bark doesn’t mean a thing to the federal prosecutors who are steadily gaining assess to information from Jan. 6, 2021 and his business practices that may...
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 frustration with the senseless murders of unarmed black men by the police, I "rolled" (wrote) this "joint" (poem) to encourage us to take some responsibility for how we treat each other which negatively influences the way others view and treat us. While we should continue to voice our dissatisfaction with...
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 Hoston Harris was born September 7, 1939, in Monroe, LA, to her parents, Maud and Eluin Hoston. Her father, Eluin earned a living as a businessman who ran a print shop and opened the first shoe store in Louisiana for African Americans. Harris attended Carroll High School, where she excelled in Englis...
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 event is "Whom Shall I Fear?" and is both open and free to the public. Masks are required and social distancing will be observed. Donations may be shared via CashApp ($QueensDaughter44) and PayPal ([email protected]). Feel free to bring your tambourines, maracas, washboards, or other noisemakers...
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 at 11:00am. 'Faye,' as she was often referred as, was a lifetime member of the Atkins Quarter community and a longtime employee at the Robinson Center. Members of the community and the general public are encouraged to attend this dedication....
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 engagement and the power of the vote. She initiated and supported voter registration drives throughout Ouachita Parish and other areas of the state of Louisiana to register citizens as voters emphasizing the importance of voter power to bring about the change people want and deserve to have in their...
