Articles from the October 12, 2023 edition
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Louisiana High School Football Scores
Week 10 November 3, 2023 Richwood 18 Bastrop 0 Sterlington 38 Wossman 15 Jonesboro Hodge 30 Winnfield 20 Franklin Parish 15 Peabody 6 Caldwell Parish 43 Bolton 8 Delta Charter 60 Block 6 Rayville 52 Ferriday 34 Delhi 48 Tensas 0 Union 40 Carroll 6...
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Shot Driving
Law enforcement officials responded to a shooting that left a man dead inside the town limits of Jonesboro, LA, according to an incident report released by the Jackson Parish Sheriff's Department....
Fatal Shooting
Shooting plagues continue to claim the lives of people of color and others. An alleged shooting happened recently when people riding on highways heard shots fired near a Circle K gas station in Jonesb...
Carroll 2023 Homecoming
It has been an uneventful year for the Carroll High School Bulldog Football Team in Monroe LA. Last year at this time, the Bulldogs were having a "dream year", winning football games and headed to a...
School's Mistrust
The investigation of a school board employee for possible misconduct took a dramatic turn when sources told the Monroe Dispatch that the Monroe City School Board has hired an independent investigator. The board met for the second time last week on...
Lollies Unexpected Farewell
Eugene Lollie or 6 9 Robinson as all of us basketball teammates called him, was a loyal friend for fifty years. When word quickly spread that Eugene Lollie Robinson had passed away on October 9,...
WOSSMAN/CARROLL FOOTBALL VIBES
At the Wossman/Carroll football game on Friday, October 6, 2023 at Thomas-Blade Football Stadium at Carroll High School in Monroe, LA, the vibes were high as Wossman handed Carroll a 38-0 awakening...
Thank You
A few weeks after qualifying as a candidate for Police Juror District D, one of the mothers of my church came up to me in church and handed me a card. She said the Lord told her to give it to me. The...
PRIEST AND DEACON SUNDAY
The Ladies and Knights of Saint Peter Claver presented Father Adrian Fischer and Deacon Verdine Williams a monetary donation in observance of Priest and Deacon Sunday, October 8, 2023, at 9:00 AM...
2nd Grambling Band Reunion
Ronald "Count Sigg" Siggal, one of Monroe's favorite sons, is coming home in October 2023 to attend the 2nd Grambling Band Reunion, but he is coming to Monroe for a much greater, more historical...
Fall Into Better Mental Health
As the vibrant hues of summer begin to fade into the warm embrace of autumn, it's essential to adapt to the changing season not only in terms of wardrobe but also in taking care of your mental health. Seasonal transitions can affect mood and...
DownSouth Sports MVP
OCS wide receiver Tate Hamby (#13) was named DownSouth Sports Magazine's Most Valuable Player of the Game in the Eagles's 48-14 beat down victory over the Ouachita Lions on September 28, 2023 at...
Precious Jewel
Happy Birthday Geneva Lynch Gray, you are a jewel...Like an Exquisite Diamond! You are Multifaceted. Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Social Worker, Choreographer and Teacher! You are Radiant. You...
Voters Head to Polls
Vote Saturday October 14, 2023 6am-8pm Excitement and anticipation fill the air as citizens across the nation have already begun flocking to polling stations. With a myriad of issues at stake, from the economy to healthcare and environmental...
Gospel Glory
Little Flower Catholic Church Choir’s Fall Choir Gospel Concert is November 5, 2023 at 3pm at Little Flower Catholic Church 600 S. 16th St. in Monroe LA. Special guest performances also!...
Stay Detached!
Jesus gave a parable of wheat and tares in the Bible. The two look so much alikethat is, until they mature. Maturation reveals what is what. That’s what maturing in life does. That’s what happens when relationships matures as well. Many times, we...
KEEP PLOWING YOUR OWN ROW
Luke 9:62 | NIV Jesus replied, “No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.” Beloved Praise and give God Thanks for Blessing you and strengthening you...
War Hypocrites Over Israeli Attack
It happened again. The nation of Israel came under attack allegedly from the terrorist group Hamas by a barrage of rockets and other artillery that shocked the world on how the attack was carried out. The attack caught the nation’s leaders c...
Praying & Confessing God's Word
Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You. Psalm 56:3 Prayer: Father God, I acknowledge You as my Fortress and Deliverer. I take refuge in You. I am thankful that I don’t have to depend on my own strength. Whenever I am af...
In Loving Memory of Elizabeth Siggal Morgan
March 24, 1939 – August 30, 2023 Elizabeth Siggal Morgan 84, was born March 24, 1939 in Rayville LA to the late Benjamin Siggal Sr. and Viola Davison Siggal who preceded her in death. She was the s...
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...
Deaths
Rose “Ripley Fairchild” Taylor 56, Los Angeles, CA Died: Tuesday October 3, 2023 Visitation: 3:00PM-6:30PM Friday October 13, 2023 Greater New Antioch Baptist Church 301 Sherrouse Ave Monroe, LA Funeral Service: 6:30PM Friday October 13, 2023 Greater...
Mr. Pickem's Weekly Football Predictions
Mr. Pickem's Weekly Football Predictions Week 7 October 12, 2023 Mr. Pickem's Top 10 1. Ruston Bearcats 2. OCS Eagles 3. Neville Tigers 4. West Monroe Rebs 5. Sterlington Panthers 6. Wossman Wildcats...
