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Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Monday, August 29, 2022, was a day that parents of school-age children perhaps feared the most. On that day, there were reports of gun-related issues at two schools in the Monroe area. The first reported incident happened at Carroll High School around 8:30 AM when according to reports from Monroe Police, a 14-year-old student was on campus with a handgun in his possession. Based on the information received, a school resource officer was able to find the alleged student and...
According to police reports, a man is dead after he shot a woman and himself with the same bullet, police say. Byron Redmon, 26, is accused of shooting a woman in the neck at an apartment near the Medical District, and the bullet hit him too. Officers responded to a call and arrived to find an empty apartment with a trail of blood leading out from the front door. A short time later, a man and woman with gunshot wounds were found in a vehicle outside a nearby hospital. When Redmon shot the woman, the bullet exited, striking him in the leg,...
On Saturday, August 27, 2022, the Bayou Black Open Rodeo presented by the Justa Cowboy Association was in the Monroe Civic Center Arena before a great crowd. There were fantastic rodeo feats and a performance featuring southern soul Blues singer Ms. Jody. Deborah Dean and Ray Hill were in attendance, turning heads along with many other cowboys and cowgirls decked out in their rodeo gear....
Disclaimer: All persons are innocent until proven guilty. According to reports, two incidents involving officers from Monroe Police Department occurred in the area of Plum St. and South 3rd St. On Wednesday afternoon, August 24, 2022, the MPD SWAT Team arrived in the area dressed in heavy tactical gear, as if they were about to go to war with unknown criminals. Residents were very concerned because of the heavy presence of officers and had no clue what was happening. Sources shared that a large...
Marion Obafemi believes when people are hurting, they hurt other people. So, addressing a rise in crime and violence means putting a B.A.L.M. on those who are hurting. "One thing that we must understand is that if people are hurting because of the crime here in Marshall, TX, they're hurting all over the United States, too," Obafemi said. "So we need a B.A.L.M. to rub on, to ease the pain. We have many people hurting, especially these young men in our community. And they're hurting other people b...
The HBCU's and Gramblinites were out at the 20th Evening with Grambling on Thursday August 25, 2022 at the Monroe Civic Center B.R. Robinson Hall. It was a 20th night to remember as former Grambling Superstars Gilbert Culpepper, Murphy Reed, Larry Wilson and Toriano Young were honored. Grambling's new head football Coach Hugh Jackson promised a exciting football season with Grambling Athletic Staff introductions. Among the Stars at the 20th were Toyia Giles, Michelle Gardner, Debbie Nation &...
Jessie Lee Tillman, 84, was born in Clayton, LA on July 25, 1938. She entered Heaven's gates on August 23, 2022. Jessie Lee Tillman was employed with Glenwood Regional Medical Center for 38 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Minister Tillman was a soldier in the army of the Lord on this earth for 50 years. She quietly slipped away into God's presence, where she is now walking around heaven all day. Minister Tillman had an unwavering faith in God and taught her children and grandchildren...
Ethan Howell is the creator and owner of Mittz. Born and raised in Monroe, LA, Howell now lives in Dallas, TX. He is a graduate and former football player at Oklahoma State University, where he played as Wide Receiver; he was drafted into the NFL by the Washington Redskins, now called the Washington Commanders in 2000. His love for the game of football helped in finding an innovative way to improve the technique in football which led him to achieve a design patent for Mittz. Howell was awarded...
Deborah Smith Monroe City School Board Candidate My name is Deborah Smith. I am a dedicated educator for over 25 years. I am the mother of 4 children. I am the 2nd of three generations of Carroll High School graduates. I have resided in the Booker T Addition for over 60 years. Being a single mother made me choose what kind of life that I wanted for my children. I knew that education was key to them achieving success as well as well as being productive thriving citizens. Being poor never stopped...
A program aimed at “restorative practice training” for teachers in the Monroe City School System was approved by the Monroe City Schools Board at its Tuesday Aug. 17, 2022 meeting. The program will be provided by a firm called Time 4 Academics, whose goal is to offer professional learning services to help teachers and students in the school system “with communication and understanding”. Time 4 Academics Representative Frances Hester said that “Human beings need strong, intentional relationships to survive” to board members. Hester went on to sa...
Lets Re-Unite, Rhymes High School Saturday September 3, 2022 at 5pm at Piccadilly Cafeteria at 2202 Louisville Ave. in Monroe LA. Can’t wait to see you!...
Hobert George Grayson, Jr., 80 of Georgia formerly of Sterlington, LA died August 24, 2022. Service: 11:00 AM Friday September 2, 2022 at First Pilgrim Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Visitation: 3:00 to 5:00PM Thursday September 1, 2022 at Smith Funeral Home. Burial: Richwood Gardens, Richwood, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Eula Pearl Brothers, 79 of Monroe, LA died August 28, 2022. Service will be 11:00 AM Saturday August 3, 2022 at St. Joseph Baptist Church, West Monroe, LA. Visitation: 10:00 until Service Time Saturday at St....
Hawkins Legacy Program "Hawkins Family" phenomenal celebration remembering the Late Legendary "Daddy T.J. Hawkins Sr & Mother Bessie Mae Hawkins Sunday September 4, 2022 at 6:00pm at Greater First COGIC 2101 West Madison Ave. in Bastrop LA. **FACE MASK REQUIRED**...
Where do the youth turn, when they go through difficulties? Who listens when they cry out? Who allows them to vent or converse without judging? Who is properly advising them? These questions need to be answered, and not just pondered upon, because the answers are pathways to change and viable solutions. The mental and emotional condition of our youth is the change I'm referring to. Right now, transformation is certainly essential. A great deal of the youth in our communities are faced with more...
Congratulations to the Wossman Lady Cats, Louisiana 2022 3A Girls State Champions, who fought, scraped, and captured a state basketball title. Wossman Lady Cats' Head Basketball Wossman's Chardrica Butler #12 and teammates contributed to winning a state Championship. Butler made big shots and plays which propelled the Wossman Lady Cats to the title. Looking forward to another great season! Photo Wossman Lady Cats #12 Chardrica Butler was a force on the floor, shooting, passing and playing...
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 reasonable prices. Three Monroe locations: Now Save #1 4399, Hwy 165 South, 318-737-7873; Tiger Market Café, 1800 Forsythe Ave, Suite 1, 318-325-4000; Now Save # 5, Hwy 165 South and Hadley St. Ms. Edna and Staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day! Edna’s Cooking features $6.99 breakfast and coffee, $9.99 lunch...
