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Anybody observing what’s happening in Monroe, LA, whether resident or non-resident, can easily see a growing number of concerns that need addressing immediately. One of the concerns I will address is the growing number of violent crimes and deaths within the minority districts. It’s disheartening and alarming, and enough is enough! Parents, it’s time to get in the game. In all humility, fall to your knees. Seek God and obey Him. He will tell you what to do as a parent and how to do it. You a...
The times that we are currently living in offer no guarantee that any of us will live to see tomorrow. Each day that we wake up could be our last day, not through natural causes but from the violence that has become so prevalent in this world. All lives matter. Another fatal shooting occurred in the Monroe area when law enforcement responded to a shooting that killed one man. According to a report from the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's office, deputies were notified on Sunday, March 5, 2023 around...
Tedric Fair was born on June 27, 1960, to the late Mabell Thomas and Jessie Thomas. Tedric graduated from Richwood High School in 1978. He was an all-star football player. Tedric was the life of the party. He was a super fan of Tony Montana, and all who knew him knew his favorite phrase, "You talking to me?" He was well-known in his community and was supportive of elected officials. On March 4, 2023, Tedric made his transition from his earthly home to his eternal home. Tedric was preceded in...
Mr. Amos Brown Jr. was born to Amos and Roxie Brown Sr. on November 3, 1935, in Wisner, LA. At an early age, Amos confessed to Christ and was baptized at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in Wisner, LA. He later joined Triumph Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon under the leadership of Reverend F.D. Nash and later Reverend Eddie Stewart. He was known at church to be the "singing deacon". He led many songs at the deacon pew as the "singing deacon" and unofficial choir member. During his service...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Two individuals who were strongly implicated in a local man's death were arrested on Wednesday, February 7, 2023. Deontia Moore was found dead in the parking lot of the OYO Hotel on Martin Luther King Dr. in Monroe back on November 28, 2022, according to a Monroe Police report. MPD said that the alleged suspects were identified as 17-year-old Ezekiel White and 18-year-old Anthony Sherman, who were on the premises on the day of...
Although the Monroe City Council election is not until March 2024, Verbon R. Muhammad Sr. is making his intentions known a year early, confirming he will run for the Monroe City Council District 5 seat. Brother Muhammad, a well-known community organizer and leader, is well-connected in south Monroe. He has been seen standing on the side of the poor and speaking for the voiceless for several years. He has been in intimate conversations with stakeholders, religious leaders, civic leaders, and...
Back to Back Louisiana Non-Select Basketball State Champions are Wossman Lady Cats who captured the LHSAA State Basketball title Saturday March 4, 2023 at the Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles LA. Wossman defeated Albany 63-43. Congratulations Wossman Lady Cats Basketball Te'Asia Martin, Da'Naya Ross, Anyra Wilson, Kamilya Minnieweather, Ramiah Augurson, Ashanti Smith, Lyrics Robinson, Katreeka Mott-Franklin, Ebony Sumler, Mondrecia Wilson, Mariah Criff, Brittany Burton, Andrea Scott, Head Coach...
One of mankind's best secrets is a Black woman. Their beauty has stretched man's imagination for centuries. Being the most beautiful on earth, Black women create an excitement in the world that is enchanting. Black Women are beautiful, astonishing, loving, and of course, intelligent. Their charm, demeanor, and radiant skin have always turned heads. There is nothing in this world as beautiful as a Black woman like Misty Williams, whose beauty captivates the world....
It was an epic birthday celebration as Raymond Whitley, Whitley Entertainment Center on 302 Apple St. in Monroe celebrated his 75th birthday recently. The stars showed up and had a 75th good time with Mr. Whitley with performances from Avail Hollywood, Vick Allen, Ghetto Cowboy, Benito, Karen Wolfe, Kiko and Lil Bobby Womack DJ Scott Banks was in Da Mixx....
Cedric's Smoked Meat and Barbeque specializes in BBQ Ribs, Chicken, Turkey Legs, Brisket, Sausage and Boudin. Catering Available! Open Thursday-Sunday 11am- 5pm at 705 Winnsboro Road Monroe LA. Call ahead 318-801-1052...
God Is truly in the blessings business and rewards faithfulness and obedience. Celebrating her 94th Queen Bee Mrs. Johnnie Rodgers is real blessed and thankful 94 times over. Happy birthday Mrs. Johnnie Rodgers , love your children , grandchildren and all those who love you dearly!...
Cuba Baptist Church 343 Blankston Rd. Bosco LA invites you to help them celebrate Pastor & wife Dr. & Mrs. Samuel Toney on Sunday April 2, 2023 at 11am. Guest minister is Pastor Curtis Allen of Hopewell Baptist Church....
There will be a parish wide proposition on the ballot on March 25, 2023. Early voting will begin on Saturday March 11 through Saturday March 18, 2023, except Sunday. The hours for early voting are 8:30 am until 6 pm. Locations Registrar of Voters Community Room 1650 DeSiard St. Ste. 125 Monroe LA & West Ouachita Senior Center 1800 n 7th St. West Monroe LA ....
It is still almost two years before the next presidential election, but one would think after hearing from the so-called presidential contenders, the election is next week and that they need your vote. The current field of announced or those who may run include Nikki Haley, Sen. Tim Scott(only Black candidate), and Mike Pence. But, no matter who decides to run, will have to face the biggest elephant in the room, that being Donald Trump. Despite the fact that Trump may be facing an indictment stemming from his legal issues with NY DA Letitia...
Where do I begin, as a young “gifted” black girl growing up in the South, things can be rough. I hesitate to say the word gifted simply because I am not big on labels. I used to put my head down whenever my mom would tell people I skipped kindergarten and was making straight A’s. I am not sure if I was hesitant about letting others know my educational gifts because it made me a target or simply because I wanted to keep it to myself. Growing up in a small town in the south, it was somet...
Clifton Earl James, 62 of Monroe, LA Lawn Service died March 4, 2023. Service: 11:00 AM Friday March 10, 2023 at Smith Funeral Home. Visitation: 10:00 AM until Service Time March 10, 2023. Burial: Northeast LA Veterans Cemetery, Rayville, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Amos Brown, 87 of Monroe, LA Recreational Assistant died February 26, 2023. Service: 11:00 AM Saturday March 11, 2023 at Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Visitation: 3:00 until 5:00 PM Friday March 10, 2023 at Smith Funeral Home. Burial: Richwood Gardens,...
There’s a thrill of excitement in the air! This year, 2023, is the year for the return of the “Rams”, Terzia and Richwood Rams. All grades of Terzia Elementary, Middle and High, Richwood all grades - 12th . Each class will have an opportunity to honor on that evening a high school sponsors/administrator. You must submit the name along with the bio of your sponsor/administrator. Deadline for bios., Saturday, April 15, 2023. Deadline to confirm your attendance to the event via email is Saturday, April 8, 2023. Please remain prayerful and encou...
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, - Omicron Iota Omega Chapter presents its 115th Annual Founders’ Day and CAMEO Awards Program on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 1:30 PM at the West Monroe Convention Center, 901 Ridge Ave., West Monroe LA . Founders’ Day is an annual, international day recognizing and celebrating the founding members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®. Dr. Valerie Fields, Vice President of Student Affairs, University of Louisiana Monroe, will serve as the program’s keynote speaker. CAMEO, the Chapter...
God made man in his image and after his likeness, and gave him dominion over the things he created on earth. He blessed the man and woman and told them to be fruitful and multiply and replenish (have children) on the earth (Gen.1:26) God gave all he created the green herbs, fruit trees for meat (food) and God saw all he created was very good. Let all men worship and glorify our creator God, let's be thankful to him, and bless his name, for he is the King of kings, and the Lord of lords. (Gen.2:15) (Matt.28:18). We are to be good STEWARDS over...
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 #8 Winnsboro Rd., Now Save # 5, Hwy 165 South and Hadley St. Ms. Edna and Staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day! Edna’s Cooking features $6.99 breakfas...
Barkdull Faulk Elementary School in Monroe LA’s Royal Coronation, the Crowning of Royalty 2023 is Saturday March 18, 2023 at 6pm at the Monroe Civic Center B.D. Robinson Center. Royal motorcade starts at 5:30 pm From Barkdull Faulk Elementary School to Monroe Civic Center....
Just glad to be here, and staying prayed up is one of Monroe 's favorites Glenn "Cosell" Mariland. Cosell" is blessed and thankful to have celebrated another thankful year. Straight out of Booker T. By the way of the Block from Lincoln Elementary now Roy Shelling Elementary, to Carroll Junior and Carroll Senior High Schools, there are many who know and remember "Cosell!" On his way back to the promised land having been out west for 40 years, "Cosell" is on his way back. Happy birthday "Cosell"...
Copyright 2012 It was 5:45, when I opened my eyes, and the first thing that I hear Was the melodic songs, of birds sounding the alarm, proclaiming that dawn was near. Their words were so clear, that they tickled my ears, and caused my heart to smile They said, “Open your eyes, and we’re sure you will find, strength to go the next mile”. One bird said, "Each day I am fed, and I store no food in a barn, I don't plant no crops, ain't punching no clock, but have shelter from the storms". "So, why are you, looking sad and blue, don't you know you'r...
JS Clark students presented a Black history program, on Friday, February 25, 2023 at JS Clark Magnet School in Monroe LA. Students of all grade levels worked to put on the special performance to honor Blacks and their contributions to the history of our country. There was poetry, dance, and music presented. The school's auditorium was filled with students and parents who came in support of program participants. Guest speaker was Attorney Kourtnee Jones. Black Heritage Chairperson was Darlene...
Richwood High School Class of 1972 recently celebrated their 50th class reunion. Classmates gathered, mingled and worshipped together in Monroe LA Richwood Class of 1972 included standing l to r Eddie Porter, Larry Cooper, Ellen Lavender Griffin, Clara Reed Kingsby, Larry Wright, Grady Cann, Ricky Parker, Carolyn Carroll Freshwater, Rev. Jimmy Piper, Johnny Kelly, Ronnie Neal, Cessie Newton, Donnell Cain, Jennie Vantley, sitting l to r Jerlene Smith Bunton, Deborah Williams Johnson, Luella...
WORD MINISTRIES Spreading the Gospel Brother James Goods, Jr. For a free weekly email transcript of the Sunday School Lesson Summary; send your email address request to [email protected] See pg 9 Keep On Preaching Celebrating 28 years Rev. Alex Earl Jr. Sunday March 12, 2023 at ll:30 am at Faith United Baptist Church 1513 S. 3rd St. Monroe LA BB&O Women Workshop The BB&O Women Workshop that was scheduled Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 9:15 A M at, True Vine Baptist Church has been canceled until further notice. The B B & O Youth Explosion wi...