Articles from the February 29, 2024 edition
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Louisiana New Law Treats 17-Year-Olds as Adults
The Special Crime Session has concluded, and Senator Katrina Jackson Andrews, Representative Adrian Fisher, and Representative Pat Moore have returned to Ouachita Parish. The Louisiana Legislature Chambers passed bills that will impact the...
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Mayo, Dawson What Happened?
As I pursue public office at this stage in my life, I have committed to being more transparent and willing to share many moments from my life to inspire young adults interested in running for public...
Delta Community College Protest Met With Repercussions
A protest was held at Louisiana Delta Community College on February 21, 2024, to bring attention to the alleged unfair pay and treatment of its employees. Spokesperson Robert Jordan, an employee at...
Property Dispute
Augie J. Bosley has been embroiled in a lengthy property ownership dispute with the Ouachita Parish Assessor's Office since 2005. The conflict stems from a property purchase in Monroe by Ms. Bosley...
Terrifying Gun Drawn
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. In today's world, it's crucial to be aware of your surroundings at all times. The days of taking a walk outside your home without...
United We Win
(DIVIDED WE FALL) On February 13, 2024, a diverse group of public leaders, community activists, and concerned citizens gathered to discuss the future of Monroe and the upcoming mayoral election. The prevailing concern was that the public perception...
Dress Up Sunday
At Zion Spring Baptist Church in Monroe LA on Sunday February 18, 2024 was Dress Up Sunday, where church members came to worship in formal and semi-formal attire display reverence. Among those all...
30th Anniversary
Michael and LaTrichelle Chisley Celebrated "Thirty Years and Forever" on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at the W Event Center in Monroe LA. It as a "Night of Intimate Expressions of Love with Marriage''...
Christina's College Reveal
On Monday, February 26, 2024, Christina Gary's family, friends, and Franklin Parish High School classmates gathered at The Vintage Vault in Winnsboro, LA for Christy's college reveal celebration....
40th Black Heritage Parade
On Saturday, February 24, 2024, a multitude of spectators gathered to witness the Renaissance Movement Committee Black Heritage Parade. The parade featured over 100 floats and units, all...
Monroe Black History
Spotlighting Richwood High School and ULM Legendary Alumnus Dr. Joe Profit In honor of Black History Month 2024, the Richwood Community and Bryant's Addition in Monroe, LA, proudly recognize "A...
Mary Ann Gardner's Final Celebration
Mary Ann Gardner's Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 1:00 PM at St. Luke Baptist Church, located at 3507 Church St. in Monroe, LA. Visitation will take place on Friday,...
Deaths
LaTerrance Montrell Cheffin, 44 of Monroe, LA a Cook died February 2, 2024. Service: 11:00 AM Thursday February 29, 2024 at Smith Funeral Home. Visitation: 10:00 AM until Service time Thursday February 29, 2024. Burial: Richwood Gardens, Richwood, LA...
Carroll Glory
Carroll High School in Monroe, LA, has always been a beacon of hope in our community. Established in 1953, its legacy in academics, athletics, music, and STEM was shaped by its first principal, the...
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 reasonab...
Monroe Black History
Saluting Monroe Black History Maker Ernestine Green who was the first Black Clothes Buyer for the Palace Department Store then Field's Women Shop in Monroe LA. We are proud of you and your...
Our History, Black History: Dr. Emma Wakefield-Paillet
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. Dr. Emm...
Praying Students
Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. John 1: 1-2 Prayer: Father God, I praise and worship You. Thank You for Your Truth that tells us, Jesus Chri...
Monroe Chamber's 36th Leadership Ouachita
Established in 1988 by the Monroe Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Ouachita aims to develop and empower emerging leaders in northeast Louisiana. The program seeks to transform the region into a...
Carroll Royalty
Reigning as Miss Freshman at Carroll High School Homecoming 2023 was Joy Higgins, who was escorted by her dad Donald Gipson. Congratulations Miss Freshman Joy Higgins!...
Margaret Feazell's Treasured Farewell
Margaret Evadell Parker Feazell answered the clarion call of the Master on Thursday, February 22, 2024, peacefully transitioning to join her loved ones around the Throne of God. She was the 3rd child...
HAMPCO, Inc. Academic Heritage Quiz Bowl
Black History Month is HERE and through the efforts of Senator Katrina Jackson, Senate District 34, HAMPCO, Inc. will be bringing back its Academic Heritage Quiz Bowl. This Bowl will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, starting at 9:00 a.m. at...
Homestyle Southern Tea Cakes
The Carver-McDonald Branch Library in Monroe LA , held a program to celebrate with the community, Chef Darrell Teats, known for cooking on a local television station was Thursday, February 22, 2024....
Women Auxilary Annual Workshop/Youth Explosion
Peter Rock Baptist Church 506 Benton Ave. Monroe LA Friday March 8, 2024 – Youth Explosion - 6:00 PM -Saturday, March 9, 2024 – Women Auxilary Workshop – 9:15 AM Workshop Speaker : 1st Lady Joyce Jackson – Riverside Baptist Church Monroe LA Bayou M...
Pastor Celebrated
Blessed and thankful for another year was Pastor Ricky L. James, Zion Spring Baptist Church in Monroe LA. His church congregation wished him a very special happy birthday. Happy birthday Pastor Ricky...
Kenneth Gorham's Rise to Glory
Kenneth Charles-D'Arrion Gorham, native of Monroe, LA passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024 in Kenner, LA. He was born on September 6, 2003 to Benwan Gorham and Alisha Toliver. He is survived by...
Kissing The Ring for the VP Spot
Donald Trump “won” a big victory in the Republican South Carolina presidential primary recently and if one had blinked, they would have missed something. Oh, nothing spectacularly, because the fight for the delegates’ vote was over before voter...
The End Is Near
In these Perilous Times spiritual and moral deterioration is the primary cause of decay. We are witnessing wickedness and evil daily. Murders in churches, schools, supermarkets, shopping centers, and movie theaters; men have become worse than animals...
HELP IN TIMES OF NEED
Hebrews 4:14-16 | NKJV Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a High Priest who...
