Articles from the August 2, 2018 edition
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You Can Run but Can't Hide
Terry Leonard was confirmed as a suspect through DNA evidence submitted to the Louisiana state police crime lab. Monroe Police detectives and swat team arrested Terry Leonard Friday, July 27. He was...
Kalon "Kalaboo" Jones Mysterious Death
It's difficult being a young person these days. It is especially tough when people say anything to get your trust then betray it. There are only a few who can be trusted - God, mother or father, and...
I'll Pop Both of You
Some find it difficult understanding the difference in real and play. Being an adult, many don't accept play or take it seriously. One rule which should always be followed is never play with adults....
City Schools Employees' Personal Info Allegedly Accessed
Four years ago there was a near-complete overhaul of the Monroe City School Board, as four new members, a former board member, and new superintendent were seated. The current board’s performance has received mixed reviews, as the oversight from t...
Inmate Seeking Outside Legal Help
Gary Brooks, an inmate incarcerated in the Louisiana State Penitentiary under the direction of D.O.C (Department of Corrections) is seeking outside legal help in his case in which he was convicted of second degree murder on February 6, 2002 of Melvin...
Remembering Ruby "MaDea" Davis
Mrs. Ruby Pearl Virginia Ferguson Davis, mother of the late Mrs. Brenda Davis Mack made her journey Home on July 18, 2018, 3 months from her 100th birthday. "MaDea" as she was affectionately known by...
2019 LA Principal of the Year
On July 27 the Louisiana Department of Education announced the 2019 Louisiana Teacher and Principal of the Year at the 12th Annual Cecil J. Picard Educator Awards Gala. Spencer Kiper, Elm Grove Middle...
Pastor Sophie Roberson's 4th Anniversary
Morning Glory Ministry celebrated Pastor Sophie and William Roberson's 4th Anniversary on Sunday, July 29, at Peter Rock Baptist in Monroe, LA. There was an overflow crowd of worshippers who praised...
Outstanding Woman Lawyer in Politics
Representative Katrina Jackson was named an Outstanding Woman Lawyer in Politics 2018 by the National Bar Association at their Achievement Awards breakfast in New Orleans, LA held on July 31, 2018....
Booker T./Foster Homes Historical Reunion
Booker T. Washington School and Foster Homes held a Historical Reunion July 27-29 in Monroe, LA honoring the legacy of the former Booker T. Washington School. The historical reunion was held at...
By Blacks on TV
Last night my dad and I sat and watched Love Is ____, a tv show on Oprah’s OWN TV network. While we watched the latest episode we shared a conversation, and my dad made a comment that I can’t forget. “When I was growing up, you didn’t see Black p...
Shelling Birthday Celebration
The Shellings have a lot to celebrate and this past July they did just that, with a huge three-day birthday celebration for multiple family members. The celebrations for the weekend begin with a fish...
