Articles from the November 5, 2020 edition
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Tew/Cherry Win
City Marshal-City Court City of Monroe elect Robert Cherry campaigned, waited patiently while capturing 51% of the vote in the Monroe City Marshal Race over four challengers. Steve Tew will return as...
Forever in Our Hearts
Charles David Hill Sr., the father of Donald Sr., Rickey, Charles Jr., and Tremaine Hill, Rita, Terry and Howard "Ray Richardson was born in Choudrant LA February 26, 1934. He was raised up on farms a...
Montgomery Ave. Shooting
A shooting on Montgomery Ave. in West Monroe LA on October 10 has landed two suspects in jail charged with second degree murder. According to police reports two victims were shot numerous times with...
Chasing Love
The best thing next to money or the other way around is love. It's a feeling like no other happy, mad or sincere. When love takes a different turn from the normal, be on guard while protecting...
Jack's Final Farewell
Charles "Jack" Jackson 62, was a unique wonderful guy who was well known and respected in the community. "Jack" was a Richwood High School Graduate. He worked for the City of Monroe where he retired....
Respected Loved & Caring
Newspaper Retraction in the article Carjacking Death in the Monroe Dispatch October 29-November 4, 2020 edition was printed that Dennis Reed was the victim of a carjacking death. This information was...
UNITE TO FIGHT CONTINUOUS CRIME
Possibly, the best way for a community to come together to fight crime is to unite to establish means of crime prevention. Help is needed from law enforcement agencies, social services organizations,...
Preservation Mills Ribbon Cutting
Monroe Housing Authority Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House was held Thursday October 29, 2020 at Preservation Mills affordable single -family rental homes for working families. Preservation...
Miss Neville 2020
At Neville High School 2020 Homecoming, Miss Neville/Homecoming Queen-Anna Grace Hansen was crowned by Neville Principal Mickey McCarty on Friday October 30, 2020 at Bill Ruple Stadium Monroe LA....
Voting Power
Voting is a fundamental right for every adult citizen in a democracy. Everybody’s vote does matter always. As reflected in the most recent election, voting is power. As you reviewed the election results, you could readily see the importance of the vo...
100 And Still Going Strong
Happy Centennial Birthday to Mr. Woodrow Jenkins-- one of Monroe's longtime residents and business owners. Hallelujah, congratulations, and all of the other kudos to you, Mr. Jenkins! You've hit the...
NOVA 2020 Graduation
NOVA Class of 2020 First Drive Thru Graduation Thursday November 12, 5:30pm Rose of Sharon Baptist Church 716 Martin Luther King Dr. Monroe LA. For more information call or email Sherry Foy at 318.855.1923 or [email protected]...
Mr. Pickem' Grissom Football Predictions
Mr. Pickem Grissom's Football Predictions Week 5 Nov. 6, 2020 Weekly Record: 11-1 Overall 56-16 Featured Games 3-5 Carroll Bulldogs (1-1) @ Wossman Wildcats (1-2) For the first time in 3 weeks, the...
The End Is Near
The End of all things are at hand, be therefore sober and watch in prayer (1Peter 4:7). Repent sinners, Repent! and turn to God, and maintain good works in the Lord. Hold fast your faith in God, and our Lord Jesus Christ. Lay aside all malice,...
Wossman Cheerleaders
At Wossman High School in Monroe LA the 2020 cheerleaders are ready to lead Wossman Sports Team to victory. Wossman Cheerleaders are Srilanka Barber, Amaya Jackson, China Miller, Makayla Jackson,...
The Future of Us
What the Dreams of Children Mean for Twenty-First Century America? Every child — regardless of socioeconomic status — deserves to be a success story. Period. Dr. Irwin Redlener is a pediatrician, author and activist who is recognized as one of Ame...
Veteran's Day
Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans, that is, persons who have served in the...
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Forgiveness
Ephesians 4:32 | NKJV And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you. Beloved forgive so that you can be forgiven. Hold no one in the “prison of u...
Sincere Thanks
The family of Ms. Hellen Allen offer their sincere gratitude to the many church members, friends, and community who provided emotional support. We would like to thank you for your prayers, gifts of...
"SPEAKING FOR THE DEAD AGAIN"
Copyright 2001 Written By: Mr. Marion Obafemi and Inspired By God How can the the grave be a better place for me ? Just because I am resting, doesn't mean I'm in peace Although my body is dead, my...
When the Going Gets Tough
This year has been challenging in so many ways. I, like many, have had to create new ways of replenishing myself when I need to be recharged. Every month I have an opportunity to chat on a group Facetime call with all of my good girlfriends from...
PRAYING CHILDREN
*Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Day Prayer Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church Purpose: For all children to learn, pray and confess the Word of God. Goal: For all children to have an...
Little Flower
Little Flower Academy in Monroe LA was a special place beginning in 1940-1968 for students' kindergarten to high school. The learning environment was second to none where those attending received the...
Deaths
DeVontae Green,17 DeVontae Green of Monroe, LA Student died Sunday November 1, 2020. Services incomplete under directions of McFarland Funeral Company of Monroe. NyAsia AaLiya Williams, Infant NyAsia AaLiya Williams infant daughter of Antoine White...
Happenings
Make background black Letters White Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving Southern Style Hot Breakfast & Lunch Daily Monday- Friday 6 am – 2:30 pm and Sat 7 am – 2 pm All Plates come with coffee or fountain drink Great Food! Great Servi...
Philadelphia Word Trick or Treat
At Philadelphia Word Center Church Monroe LA, a drive thru trick or treat was held on Saturday October 31 at the church. Social distancing was practiced while masks were required. During difficult...
