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  • 2022 Wait, Too Long for Lights

    Eddie D. Gillis|Feb 25, 2021

    First the good news. The long-anticipated wait for a roadway lighting project on an extremely dangerous section of Hwy 165 in parts of Ouachita Parish was announced not long ago to cheers of "hallelujah". At least people were saying, "at last", something finally is going to be done about a situation that should have been done a long time ago. That was the "good news". We know that where there is good, bad is not far behind. The bad news is that the road lighting project scheduled on Hwy 165...

  • Partners' Spat

    Feb 25, 2021

    Life is full of adjustments which some can or can't make changes. When the going gets tough, many go off on the deep end not being able to handle the pressure. Many times, most not all only know one way which is their way and damn the rest until the police arrive. Hard to say slippers, after the police arrive! According to police reports on February 21, police were summoned to a domestic dispute involving Supects Shequeena M. Carroll and Marieon O. Thomas. Suspect Thomas admitted to throwing a v...

  • Warren Douglas Treasured Memories

    Feb 25, 2021

    Warren Douglas was born September 12, 1944 to the late Myrtle and Wilbert Robinson Sr. Hew was baptized at an early age at China Grove Baptist Church. He later moved to Chicago IL. He was a great guy who carried himself with respect and dignity. Warren was a good man who was faithful and loved his family. He met the love of his life Shelly while taking her hand in marriage in 2006. Warren went home to be with the Lord on February 12, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers G...

  • Ruth White Seasoned Powerful & Compassionate

    Feb 25, 2021

    Ruth Chimney White of Tulsa, OK - A powerful seasoned woman of God with a heart full of love and compassion for the saved and unsaved. Called into the gospel ministry at an early age as a servant in the Church, from Sunday School teacher to an Apostle of Faith to many as she surely evangelized the world. Apostle Ruth was born in Garrison, Texas, November 6, 1941 to her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Lonnie B. and Ruth Chimney and was reared with six brothers and five sisters. She was formerly married to...

  • Shooting Suspect Captured

    Feb 25, 2021

    On January 4, 2021 a shooting took the life of Samarius Colquitt while another victim was shot on Jason Drive in Monroe LA. According to police reports, Suspect Patrell Walker 18, was taken into custody by Monroe Police in connection with the shooting. Through a tip from crime stoppers, police arrested the suspect on Cagle Drive who was charged with second degree murder, attempted second degree murder and aggravated assault. There are three sides to every story. This was one side of this story....

  • Ms. Eddye Louise Davis...Strength Courage & Endurance

    2021 Black History Salute|Feb 25, 2021

    Ms. Eddye Louise Davis began working at Mary Goss Nursing Home in Monroe LA on January 10, 1977 as a Nurse's Aide. After completing her bachelor's degree in Nursing on August 17, 1979, she did her internship at E.A. Conway Hospital before becoming the Director of Nursing at Mary Goss Nursing Home on February 28, 1980. She held that position primarily until March 2, 1989 when she became a licensed administrator. Ms. Davis became well versed in the nursing home industry in all areas and endured...

  • Distinguished Professional RN Karriem Wilson

    Feb 25, 2021

    Grambling State University Graduate Karriem Wilson is a Registered Nurse. He has returned home from Texas due to the high demand for nurses in Louisiana. Karriem is looking forward to helping people in his community in their time of need. Karriem is the son of Wyatt and Louise Wilson....

  • Black History Celebration

    Feb 25, 2021

    The Greater New Antioch Baptist Church takes this opportunity to invite you to share in our Annual Black History Celebration on Sunday, February 28, 2021 - 10:45 A.M. during our Morning Worship. Dr. Valerie Fields- Vice President of Student Affairs at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Greater New Antioch Baptist Church Children and Youth Ministries will make presentations during the services. Rev. John L. Russell ll Pastor....

  • Texas Taught Hard Lesson

    Eddie D. Gillis|Feb 25, 2021

    Texas, “The Lone Star State”, is famous for its “can do alone” bragging rights, while fiercely claiming to want to be independent, was taught a big lesson during last week’s winter weather. Texas, a state where some of its conservative leaders have been toying with the idea of succession from the union, may want to rethink if the state really wants to go it alone. The weather that passed through Texas and much of the U.S. had millions of people facing record breaking cold and temperatures that left dozens dead across many states. Texas was...

  • Black History Celebration

    Feb 25, 2021

    Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of "Negro History Week," the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Black History is celebrated in the month of February celebrating the lives of all African Americans....

  • Deaths

    Feb 25, 2021

    Apostle Ruth Chimney White, 79 Apostle Ruth Chimney White of Tulsa, Oklahoma Clergy died February 13, 2021. Service will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday February 27, 2021 at First Baptist Church of Garrison, Garrison, Texas. Visitation will be 3:30 until 6:30 P.M., Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Burial will be in the Mount Moriah Cemetery, Garrison, Tx. Warren Darrell Douglas, 76 Warren Darrell Douglas of Monroe, LA Truck Driver died February 12, 2021. Graveside Service will be 11:00 A.M., Friday February 26, 2021 at...

  • Cuz's 84th

    Feb 25, 2021

    One of our best Odell "Cuz" Jackson was blessed and highly favored to be celebrating another thankful year. "Cuz" truly knows where her Glory comes from no one but Almighty God who's praise, she sings! If it had not been for the Lord on my side, "where would I be!" Happy birthday Odell "Cuz" Jackson, love Chee, Dilly, Margie, Maggie and all of your family!...

  • Deaths

    Feb 25, 2021

    Apostle Ruth Chimney White, 79 Apostle Ruth Chimney White of Tulsa, Oklahoma Clergy died February 13, 2021. Service will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday February 27, 2021 at First Baptist Church of Garrison, Garrison, Texas. Visitation will be 3:30 until 6:30 P.M., Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Burial will be in the Mount Moriah Cemetery, Garrison, Tx. Warren Darrell Douglas, 76 Warren Darrell Douglas of Monroe, LA Truck Driver died February 12, 2021. Graveside Service will be 11:00 A.M., Friday February 26, 2021 at...

  • All Grissom Football 2020

    Feb 25, 2021

    (1st Team Offense) QB Hunter Herring OCS SR RB Trey Holly Union Parish SOPH RB Daminya Milligan Ferriday Sr RB A.J. Allen Neville Jr RB Ron Craten Oak Grove Sr Flex Ketravion Hargrove Ruston Sr WR Tae Gayden Mangham Sr WR Semaj Tennant Bastrop Sr WR Kashie Natt Rayville Sr WR Jabez Thompson Bastrop Sr TE Dentrell Franklin Union Parish Sr OL Will Campbell Neville Jr OL Peyton Talley Union Parish Sr OL Thatcher Moorehead West Monroe Jr OL Dontavious Henderson Ferriday Jr OL Richard Page Ruston Sr ATH Kaleb Pleasant Mangham Sr K Caleb Phillips...

  • THANK YOU JESUS

    Pastor K. C. Wade, Advancing the Kingdom|Feb 25, 2021

    Philippians 4:19 | NKJV “And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Beloved every good and perfect gift comes from our Father of Lights in heaven by “Christ Jesus”. THANK YOU JESUS!!! If you’re sick, He’s a Healer. If you’re in trouble, He’s a lawyer. If you’re broken He’s a “fixer”. AMEN! Beloved have Trust in the Lord. He will provide you Peace in any storm, comfort when you are in distress, Joy when you are saddened, and love when you are lonel...

  • Texas Taught Hard Lesson

    Eddie D. Gillis|Feb 25, 2021

    Texas, “The Lone Star State”, is famous for its “can do alone” bragging rights, while fiercely claiming to want to be independent, was taught a big lesson during last week’s winter weather. Texas, a state where some of its conservative leaders have been toying with the idea of succession from the union, may want to rethink if the state really wants to go it alone. The weather that passed through Texas and much of the U.S. had millions of people facing record breaking cold and temperatures that left dozens dead across many states. Texas was...

  • Seigle Black History Celebration

    Feb 25, 2021

    On Sunday February 21, 2021, Seigle Community Baptist Church West Monroe LA observed Black History. Many church members donned African Attire celebrating their heritage. Pastor Cann spoke from the subject, "God is Still in Controlled.'' The pastor helped the church realize the sacrifices made by our ancestors and how today we are reaping the benefits of their struggles. The church prayed and thanked God for his Grace and Mercy through the COVID-19 Pandemic, a Tornado, hurricanes and the recent...

  • "A BRIGHTER DAY"

    The Po Folks Poet Mr. Marion Obafemi|Feb 25, 2021

    Copyright 2012 inspired By: God "A BRIGHTER DAY " (Psalm 30:5, Isaiah 40:31, Galatians 6:9) We wouldn’t know there was an up if there was no down Wouldn’t appreciate a smile if there was no frown. We wouldn’t recognize joy if there was no pain Wouldn’t have no flowers without the rain. We wouldn’t know the warmth of love without the cold of hate Wouldn’t be fulfilled, when we give, without the emptiness of take. We wouldn’t know how to win if we didn’t lose Wouldn’t appreciate the wisdom of a w...

  • Living My Best Life

    Feb 25, 2021

    If it had not been for the Lord on our sides, where would we be? Thanking and praising God for Grace and Mercy are Rev. Welton Wright Sr. and Janice Feltus. Their humble beginnings have been a blessing, to their family, friends and those along the way offering encouragement. To heed the call and mind is their blessing. "To thine own self be true!" Count every day as joy....

  • Happenings

    Feb 25, 2021

    Happenings 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! Rain Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your head with silver liquid drops. Let the rain sing you a l...

  • ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

    Feb 25, 2021

    Monroe Housing Authority will receive sealed bids in triplicate for the following project: McKeen Plaza Exterior Renovation, Project No. 20CFP613.01 Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM, Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at the office of the Monroe Housing Authority in the Boardroom, located at 300 Harrison Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71201. At which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud. A Pre-Bid meeting shall be held on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 10:30 AM at McKeen Plaza, Monroe Housing Authority, located at 1500 McKeen Place, Monroe,...