Articles from the August 31, 2023 edition
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Louisiana High School Football Scores
Week 4 September 22, 2023 Oak Grove 63 Rayville 26 North Webster 28 Richwood 6 St. Frederick 43 Delhi Charter 8 Franklin Parish 42 Caldwell 7 OCS 59 Tensas 0 Union 41 Bastrop 14 Brother Martin 31 Ouachita 14 West Monroe 30 Scotlandville 12 Calvary...
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Mother Daughter Conflict
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Relationships between adults can sometimes become complicated. After all, grown people know what they want and how they will go...
2nd Wife Blues
Matthew Sims had a very important day in court recently. Sims, who is fighting felony domestic charges in a case against his former wife, had the opportunity to ask her questions concerning their relationship, which led to him having to appear in hea...
Always in Our Hearts
Barbara Jean Strawder Mercy was born September 26, 1934 to the late Marie Carrie White and Orange Strawder. She departed this life at her home on August 28, 2023 after a long illness. Barbara will be...
Bennie Ruth Emmerson's Cherished Memory
Bennie Ruth Myles Emerson, 79, of Monroe, LA, passed away from a lengthy illness on August 23, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. A memorial service will be held in her honor on Friday, September 1,...
2023 Bayou Black Open Rodeo
BLACK RODEO GROWS STRONGER A record crowd of rodeo fans attended the annual Bayou Black Open Rodeo at the Monroe Civic Center Arena on Saturday, August 26, 2023. They enjoyed over 300 cowboys and...
P.E.E.P. Back to School
P.E.E.P. hosted a back-to-school event Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the P.E.E.P. headquarters on Orange St. in Monroe, LA. Children in the community received a backpack filled with school supplies,...
Dedicated to Serve
I grew up surrounded by people who loved their community and dedicated their lives to make things better. That was when it took a village to raise a child. A time when a neighbor knew their neighbors...
21st Evening with GSU
The Monroe/Ouachita Chapter of Grambling National Alumni Association returned to prominence with its 21st Annual Evening with GSU Athletic Department, Thursday, August 24, 2023 at the Monroe Civic...
NOVA's 7th Community Luncheon
NOVA Workforce Institute of Northeast Louisiana held its 7th Annual Update to the Community Luncheon/Celebration. The Annual Update to the Community Luncheon was Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at the...
Coming Back in 2024
Mayo/Supporters Gear Up for Election Before a packed house of fired-up supporters, former mayor Jamie Mayo was met with cheers and chants of " We want Mayo back" as he officially announced his...
Carroll Homecoming 2023
The Carroll homecoming football game will be Saturday, October 21, 2023. The homecoming game will be played at Thomas-Blade football stadium on the campus of Carroll High School in Monroe, LA. The...
Mental Health and Back-to-School
The back-to-school period can sometimes trigger or exacerbate mental health issues in children and adolescents. Transitioning from a relaxed summer schedule back to the structure and demands of school can be stressful for some individuals. Academic...
Deaths
Glendell Cole 77, transitioned from this life on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, in Monroe, LA. Services: 11 AM Monday, August 28, 2023, at Young’s Chapel CME Church, Calhoun, LA. Interment: Northeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, Rayville, LA. Verna C...
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...
Bayou Classic 2023 Getaway
AL DERRY`S Bayou Classic 50TH Anniversary November 24-26, 2023 New Orleans LA - AL DERRY`S Bayou Classic package includes 2 nights at Comfort Inn & Suites Metairie LA (Double occupancy)- Free...
18th Church Anniversary
Pastors Bob and Brenda Dziadaszek and the Spiritual Harvest Worship Center Church in Monroe LA cordially invite you to celebrate with them at their 18th Church Anniversary on Sunday, September...
Layton Castle Virtual Tour & History
Layton Castle is a beautiful Southern home with a European flair located in Monroe, LA. Layton Castle was originally called "Mulberry Grove sitting on five acres of gardens and ancient trees and...
Gone But Not Forgotten
Although Marlon L. Graves left us on September 1, 2022, his loving energy is still present and will last forever! We love you, Marlon! Until we meet again. Rest easy!...
Prime Time Family Reading
Prime Time Family Reading Program brings families together for a free evening of fun-one night a week for six weeks to read award-winning children’s books, and then participate in a discussion centered around the important themes such as fairness, c...
Queens' Farewell
A Farewell for Queens Mrs. Tereatha Chisley (54 years) and Mrs. Lee Nomie Robinson (53 years) was held Sunday August 20 2023 at the Monroe Civic Conference Hall in Monroe LA. Both ladies were lauded...
Mugshots Of Infamy
Indignities. No special privileges. Everyone will be treated the same. That’s what we are told happens to someone who is suspected of and has been indicted for committing a criminal act. We saw that happen last week in Fulton County in Georgia w...
TOP 10, All-Grissom Football Teams
TOP 10, All-Grissom Football Teams Week 1 September 1, 2023 1. Ruston Bearcats Ruston enters the year fresh from a state championship runner-up in 2022 and will have enough talent to finish the job in 2023. A stacked defense that features over 4...
The End Is Near
Listen! Wisdom cries, and understanding puts forth her voice, she cries at the gates, she stands in the top of high places, at the doors: To you, O men, their voices are to the sons of men! _ Love the brethren _ Have Compassion _ Refrain from...
Southside Boys' Club Richard Jackson Appreciation
A Look Back Down Memory Lane honored Mr. Richard L. Jackson was at Swayze Elementary School Gymnasium in Monroe LA recently. Former Southside Boys Club Members honored Mr. Richard L. Jackson for his...
