Articles from the March 26, 2020 edition
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Are COVID-19 Youth at Swanson?
Gov. John Bel Edwards has put out a state directive advising all residents of the state of Louisiana to stay home, or where you currently reside to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The public would...
Dr. LaVargne Gunn-Ford Cherished
LaVargne Nadine Gunn-Ford, 73, of Monroe, Louisiana, passed away at 5:00 AM, Saturday, March 21, 2020 at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, LA. She was the daughter of the late Charley Gunn Sr....
Jermaine "Goo" Antoine's Final Farewell
Jermaine (Goo) O'Bryan Antoine of Monroe, LA, a cook at Avocado's Restaurant, died Friday, March 20, 2020 from complications of diabetes. Visitation will be 2:30-4:30PM, Saturday, March 28 at Smith...
Shootings Sign of Times
One should always expect the unexpected in the times in which we live. As simple as life is breathing, working, living and minding your own business, it's easy to become prey to those who have become...
By Ouachita Parish's 1st COVID-19 Death
An unidentified local man died at St. Francis Medical Facility Sunday (March 22)evening, a death that has brought a new uncertainty for residents in the city of Monroe. Though details of the individual’s death were limited, hospital officials did con...
Harvey Waters Remembered
The road to birth and death have no directions or map. Harvey Waters was born on January 21, 1939 to the late Willie Mae Bracy. He was the oldest son. Harvey was a Carroll High School Graduate in...
The Good Shepherd
Refuge International Healing Church Monroe LA celebrated Overseer Inez Walker's 29th Pastor's Anniversary Sunday March 15. Special guest was Bishop Andre Ramsey True Bible Way 2nd Generation Church....
How Stimulus Will Affect You
Senate negotiators are working hard to put together a stimulus package that will bring relief to people during the crisis of the pandemic of the Coronavirus. Yet, it is not clear who will benefit from or receive the allocations of the package.We...
Light at End of Tunnel
As we go through the next phase of the coronavirus pandemic, we see a frightening world wondering when, yes when, things will end. That answer is known only by God. We can see in the actions, though they be commendable, but for far too many of us, it...
The End is Near
During the time Joseph, Jacob's 11th son, that ruled in Egypt during the worldwide famine, money failed because there was nothing of value to buy during the seven years of famine. God blessed Joseph and his family because they were his chosen ones,...
COVID-19 Resources
Many challenges come with a global pandemic. Not only is our health at risk, but our economy is also very vulnerable. Both will take a hit. Perhaps the hardest hit will be the hundreds of thousands of small businesses and self-employed Americans...
Spiritual Paternity Test
At Mount Zion Baptist Church in Monroe LA, Rev. Ike Byrd lll Pastor, Po' Folks' Poet Minister Marion Obafemi filled the pulpit on Sunday March 8. The spirit was high, while the message was 21st...
Presider Sister Lucille Jones
There are mistresses of ceremony, and there is Sister Lucille Jones. Sister Jones' unique personality is kindly giving and has a way of making you feel so comfortable. Her favorite expressions during...
Parade of Hats
Keeping the tradition alive, is so awesome to still see women at church wearing hats. At church Sister Rosie Dofford and Margaret Swan were spotted at church with their hats while not recognizing...
I Just Love Me Some You
Those that pledge their vows before God and man, stay together for the duration, going through the good and bad times know the successes of love. Many married couples who say and mean their vows reap...
Westside Favorite
Eligah White aka "Bo Diddle" now Bo White formerly from West Monroe, LA graduated from Boley High School in 1954. Bo spent two years in the army and came home in 1960 to pursue his dreams in music....
Grill Master George Potter
One of the world's best-kept secrets is Bar-B-Que Grill Master George Potter. The proof is in the meat George grills! He knows his craft and is a master with his own pits that can grill hundreds of...
Living My Best Life
If it had not been for the Lord on my side, where would I be? Charles "Cadillac" Dorsey from Monroe, LA is certainly thanking and praising God for His grace and mercy. . His humble beginnings have...
Fake Justice
In the late 1990s, many people got into investing in stock after seeing and hearing stories of successful businesspeople making good yields. For everyday folks, investing is a means to save and grow their hard-earned money, too, so many sought to...
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...
Leadership in Times of Crisis Matters
For the last eleven years of Barack Obama’s life, the former President of the U.S. has been hounded and criticized by one individual. That individual is Donald Trump. During the early years of Mr. Obama’s presidency, non-candidate Trump wasted no...
Welcomed Visitor
Julia Wilkins was recently home making rounds. She left the plantation years ago, but was born and raised in Monroe, LA. Julia is blessed and loves her new home out west. She visits from time to...
City Council Meeting Under Coronavirus Shadow
The wheels of the city government continued to roll as the Monroe City Council held its regular Tuesday night, March 24 meeting despite the coronavirus pandemic that has the world in its grip. Leaders in various governments all over the world have ma...
Faith, Hope and Charity
In these dark hours of night we call upon the invisible angels to enlighten our pathways, to guard us from our darker spirits, to guide us toward our better judgments, to rule over us in our pursuit of peace - a peace that comes from being humble...
Little Flower Knights of Peter Claver
At Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church Monroe LA, Brandon and Ricky Melancon serve as Knights of Peter Claver Court 160. Both Father and Son are active knights and are loyal faithful...
Mayor Mayo Addresses COVID-19 Concerns
Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo held a press briefing Monday(March 23)morning underscoring the increasing danger of the coronavirus and the effect that it is having in Ouachita Parish and the city of Monroe. Mayo is urging citizens in the city to heed Gov. J...
Little Flower Academy Reunion 2019
Little Flower Academy in Monroe LA was an interesting and exciting institution of learning. Its meager beginnings began on North18th Street, later moving to South 16th Street in the Newtown Community...
I'm bringing the bank to you!!!!
Hello you guys, My name is Tanji Elzie with Keller Williams Reality located at 1390 Hudson Lane Monroe La. 71201. Office: 318-812-7653. If you want to purchase a home, buy a new car or whatever you choose, but your credit is stopping you, call me,...
Governor Issues "Stay at Home" Executive Order
Effective 5:30 pm Monday, March 23, the “Stay at Home” Executive Order issued by Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards went into effect. The purpose of the order is to help save lives. I am urging the people of Monroe to adhere to the Governor’s direc...
"LORD, I THANK YOU"
Written by: Mr. Marion Obafemi and inspired by God Lord, I thank you for my joy and peace of mind I thank you for deliverance time after time Lord, I thank you for drying my tears the nights I cried...
Carroll Track Team
The 2020 Carroll High School Track Team kicked off the start of their season by attending worship services at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in West Monroe. The Bulldogs Track Team were invited to...
Deaths
LaVargne Nadine Gunn Ford, 73 LaVargne Nadine Gunn Ford of Monroe, LA Retired Educator died March 21, 2020. Visitation: 9:00 until 11:00 A.M., Friday March 27th at Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Burial: Friday March 27th at...
Happenings
Lenten Delicacy Only at Ron’s World’s Famous Cajun Boudin 1502 S. 2nd St. Monroe LA can you find seafood boudin made with shrimp & crawfish . Try some today, call 318.387.9985. Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving Southern Style Hot...
