Articles from the June 11, 2020 edition
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What Is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth celebrates the freedom of over 250,000 slaves at the close of the Civil War. The holiday is based on events that occurred mainly in Texas but is now celebrated nationwide. The celebration takes its name from June 19, 1865; the day federal...
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Shooter's Violence Ends
When Jacques D. Lowery was arrested on a multitude of charges several weeks ago, it hopefully will mark the end of a campaign of violence against Monroe resident Shardra Green and her family. Lowery...
Tragic Death
In life, we experience many close thank you Jesus close calls. For some, close calls happen constantly, but for others far and few. The ultimate call happens knowingly or unknowingly, one never...
Roy Walker Moving Home
Roy Flynn Walker was born August 12, 1945 to the late Lottie Mae Walker of Rayville, LA. He went on to be with the Lord on Friday, June 5, 2020 quietly at his home. Roy confessed Christ as his Lord... Full story
A Life Beautifully Lived
A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. The Williams family mourned the passing of Katrina Nicole Williams, born October 27, 1983, in Monroe, LA. Katrina's name means pure,...
Now is the Time
With cities across America now removing confederate statues and names, now is the time for the Monroe City School Board to rename those schools that represent slavery, a symbol of shame to everyone...
The Color of Justice
It was my original intent to comment on Covid-19, the Coronavirus Pandemic, and the challenges that Mayors across this country have had to endure as a result. However, being a black man in this countr...
2020 Grad Ti'Arra Hull
Congratulations West Monroe High School 2020 Graduate Ti'Arra Hull. Wishing Ti'Arra all the best as she takes another step in life. Photo 2020 Graduate Ti'Arra Hull...
Carroll Great Celebrating
Carroll Hall of Fame, Booster Club member and Big Man 2019 is celebrating a birthday. Tommy L. Ballard misses and loves all of the students at Carroll High School in Monroe LA. One of Tommy's mottos...
Silent Strength
It was his silent strength that set Birdex Copeland apart from others. Copeland was buried Friday June 5, 2020 in Grambling Memorial Garden following a graveside service. A public viewing was held at...
Blowing Candles
The queen is celebrating another thankful and blessed year. She is a queen 89 times and counting rejoicing and praising. Happy birthday Odell Willis June 10! Love always your children, grandchildren,...
Carroll 1970-50th
Carroll High School Class of 1970 is celebrating their 50th year a historical milestone. Due to COVID-19 Pandemic, their reunion events scheduled for June 5-7 have been cancelled, but will be...
12th Anniversary
Celebrating their 12th wedding anniversary June 7 is Kendall and Jennifer Harris. Just like the how the blend of two colors make a new shade, the blend of values like loyalty and understanding has...
55th Anniversary
Wyatt and Louise Wilson, happy 55th wedding anniversary June 14, 2020. Our hearts were forever stolen on the day we got married, but the only thing different with this robbery is that we knew the...
Voting 2020
Upcoming Election Dates: Presidential/City of Monroe, Mayor-City Council Elections-Saturday, July 11, 2020 and Saturday, August 15, 2020 Early Voting for the Saturday, July 11, 2020 election: Saturday, June 20-Saturday, July 4 (excluding Sunday, June...
The Pride
If you don’t reflect, you can’t respect Part I- The imprints of African Americans are found in the histories throughout the world. In the film “Black History Parts I, II, and III” authentic incidents have been recreated as well as official war dep...
The End Is Near
All things come of thee and of thine own have we given thee (1 Chronicles 29: 14) God has blessed the United States as well as other nations with great material wealth. However, they have forgotten that it is God that gave the power to get the...
God Is My Strength
2 Corinthians 12:9 | NKJV And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore, most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the pow...
Drew Brees Talks Race Relations
By Eddie D. Gillis Has anyone noticed how quiet Republicans/conservatives has gotten since Saints quarterback Drew Brees has inserted himself in the flag kneeling National Anthem controversy? There has not been one Republican who has openly criticize...
The Light for Our Lives
The most important question I have asked myself in these last few weeks is what message God is trying to send to us in all of this we are facing? I ask this question because I try to make Christianity the most important thing in my life. Although I...
Deaths
Eula D. Henderson, 88 Eula D. Henderson of Monroe, LA -Homemaker died June 5, 2020. Service: 11am Tuesday June 9, 2020 graveside. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens in Richwood, LA under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home. Donald R....
Monroe City Court Phase II Reopening
Following the White House COVID-19 guidance and in line with Governor John Bel Edwards’ Order for the State of Louisiana, Monroe City Court transitioned to Phase II on June 5, 2020. The Court wants the public to be reminded that the following may b...
Pastor Hunter's 1st Anniversary
On Sunday June 7, True Vine Baptist Church celebrated Rev. Dr. Stonewall Hunter Jr.'s first anniversary as pastor. The celebration was held outside due to Coronavirus Social Distancing. There were...
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...
National HIV Testing Day
Saturday, June 27th is National HIV Testing Day. Since 1995, this special day has been set aside to encourage HIV testing. It is recommended everyone between the age 13 and 64 test; however, those at a higher risk should test more often. Testing is...
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 N...
Lorenzo "Lo" Carraway Moving to a New Home
June 21, 1957-June 3, 2020 Mr. Lorenzo Carraway 6-21-1957- 6-03-20 attended the public schools of Lake Providence LA and furthered his education at Southern University in Baton Rouge LA, majoring in...
City Hall News
Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo held a press briefing Monday(June 8)morning to announce that the city is no longer under a consent decree issued against it since 2004. The decree was issued after it was determined that the city of Monroe over many years,...
PRAYING CHILDREN
Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Day Prayer Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church Purpose: For all children to learn, pray and confess the Word of God. Goal: For all children to have an...
A BEAUTIFUL DAY"
¿Copyright June 4, 2020 8:25am¿Written By: Mr. Marion Obafemi¿Inspired by God¿Dedicated to the memory of my Big Brother, Lo¿¿"A BEAUTIFUL DAY"¿The wind is blowing, but my heart is knowing, that y...
The True Church
The True Church Jesus said, I will build my church. He did not say I will build churches, denominations or sects. He said the gates of hell would not prevail against it. Where is that true church today and what is the church? Why does it exist? The...
Praying Children
*Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Day Prayer Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church Purpose: For all children to learn, pray and confess the Word of God. Goal: For all children to have an int...
Black Justice in America Demands Sacrifice
From Black slave rebellions to Nat Turner’s revenge, to the civil marches in protest of the 1920s, 30s, 60s, and in the recent 2000s, Black people in America have put their lives and freedoms on the line to combat, and bring attention to the i...
A Celebration for Arilynn
Cutline for pictures: 222: Arilynn with her parents Tyrone and Allison Dickens. 444: Arilynn cried tears of joy as people showered her with gifts. 88: The graduate and her sisters and mom watch as a...
OUR BLACK LIVES DON'T MATTER
(The #Hashtag poem) COPYRIGHT 2016 WRITTEN BY: MR. MARION OBAFEMI, "THE PO' FOLK'S POET" AND INSPIRED BY: GOD IF WE WANT RESPECT, FOR OUR BLACK LIVES WE MUST PROTECT, OUR BLACK WIVES STOP THE...
OUR BLACK LIVES DON'T MATTER
(The #Hashtag poem) COPYRIGHT 2016 WRITTEN BY: MR. MARION OBAFEMI, "THE PO' FOLK'S POET" AND INSPIRED BY: GOD IF WE WANT RESPECT, FOR OUR BLACK LIVES WE MUST PROTECT, OUR BLACK WIVES STOP THE...
