Articles from the August 5, 2021 edition
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Family Nightmare
Matthew 24:10 - And then many will be offended, will betray one another, and will hate one another. One can never truly foresee the tragic difficulties we may have in our lives, especially when it com...
Amy Douzart-Allen God's Treasure
April 20, 1950 ~ August 1, 2021 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. - 2 Timothy 4:7 Our angel, Amy Lois Douzart Allen, 71, was born April 20, 1950 in...
Abe E. Pierce lll Cherished Memories
October 28, 1934 – August 1, 2021 Abe Edward Pierce III was an educator and politician in Monroe, LA, who served as the city's first African-American mayor. Mr. Pierce held the position for one t...
Over Before It Started
Something about this story just doesn't sound right. In one of the most bizarre and terrifying moments in life, a man who had just gotten married allegedly opens fire on a passenger in his car and on other people who were also in their vehicles....
Forever in Our Hearts
Sunrise: March 24, 1955 Sunset: August 2, 2021 Arenta Peevy was the fourth of five children born to Leroy and Dorothy Peevy. He was the grandson of Eddie Leroy Warner, Hickory Henry Peevy, Bessie...
2021 Grad Madison Nelson
Congratulations Ouachita Parish High School 2021 Graduate Madison Nelson. Wishing Madison all the best as she takes another step in life....
NAACP/O.P. Sheriff on Body Cams
The Monroe/Ouachita Parish Branch of the NAACP led by Branch President Rev. Ambrose Douzart recently met with Ouachita Parish Sheriff Jay Russell to discuss the possibility of parish officers using...
Dazzle Dance Now Enrolling
Dazzle Dance will open its doors for it's 10th dance season this year! Invest in your child's dream of becoming a beautiful dancer. Register them online today - www.dazzledanceonline.com or register...
Deaths
Gianni Artis Cobbs, 24wks Gianni Artis Cobbs, 24wks of Monroe, LA died July 30, 2021. Graveside Service: Wednesday, August 4, 2021, 11:00 AM at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Rev. George...
By Crisis in Cuba
A few years ago I was able to travel to Cuba, a country located in the Carribean. The country is about an hour's journey from Miami, FL. Stepping off the plane revealed a small airport, with minimal modern efficiencies, but just enough that the snobb...
Happenings
Happenings Another Possum in my Tree Sexual relationships are often considered the worst of bet Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM and Saturda...
Older & Colder
Happy birthday Rev. Welton Wright Sr. who is blessed and thankful to have celebrated another year. Rev. Wright gives all praise to God for his continued longevity. Helping Rev. Wright celebrate were...
Tucker History Maker
Of the three candidates vying for chair of the English Department, Terrence T. Tucker became the first African American selected as chair at the University of Memphis in Memphis, TN. Terrence, a 1996...
You Mean the World to Me
Wyatt and Louise X were high school sweethearts. They 've been together so long that when you see one, you're looking for the other. Their love for one another has stood the test of time, while...
19th Annual Evening with GSU
The Monroe-Ouachita Chapter of Grambling University National Alumni Association presents the 19th Annual Evening with GSU Athletic Department on Thursday, August 26, 2021 6:00 P.M. at the Monroe...
