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Louisiana's all-time leading rusher Trey Holly was named DownSouth Sports Magazine's Most Valuable Player of the Game in Union Parish's 21-20 victory over Richwood on Oct. 21, 2022. Holly lead the Fighting Farmers with 28 carries for 126 yards and 2 touchdowns. It was Trey's 2nd time receiving the DownSouth MVP award against the Rams. He won his first during his freshman season. The DownSouth Sports MVP is sponsored by The Monroe Dispatch and Aubrey's Graphics & Photography. Photo Union...
Parents beware a text message from any of your children's phone could change your family's livelihood. We live in a world driven by technology which can be a blessing or a curse. In this computer world which includes smartphones, parents beware that one text can change your families’ lives forever. Young people use social media facebook, Ticktock, Instagram, Twitter etc. as a means of communication. The problem with social media are the posts one makes, yet mamy text messages which were meant to be harmless, while when others see them they c...
We are continuing our support of Black owned businesses throughout the month. Thursday, November 17, 2022 - Support Black-owned publications like The Monroe Dispatch, operated by Mr. Frank DeTiege and The Free Press Newspaper, owned by Mr. Roosevelt Wright. Each of these businesses publish their newspapers on Thursdays. Please stop by a local convenience store to purchase. Friday, November 18, 2022 - Visit Coney Island Connection, located at 2635 North 7th Street, West Monroe, LA. The hours of...
Disclaimer: All persons are innocent until proven guilty People express love in many ways. One way love shouldn't be shown is with violence, especially with an object like a hammer. On Monday, November 14, 2022, police received a complaint of a disturbance. The victim stated he and his girlfriend, suspect Chequlia Jackson, were arguing when she picked up a hammer and used it to batter him. Jackson threw a silver metal hammer at him, which struck him as he attempted to leave the residence. The...
A Veterans' celebration was held at Roy Shelling Elementary School in Monroe, LA honoring veterans on Thursday, November 10, 2022. Veterans were provided with a meal, prizes, and praised for their service. Mrs. Nicki McFarland was one of many Vets honored. Guest speaker was Veteran Rev. O.W. Billups of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. Special thanks to Coney Island Connection, Progressive Bank, TRIO Program, Leonardo McClinton, Ella Tarver, Barbara McHenry, and Sharon McHenry...
BESE board members voted on Thursday, November 10, 2022 to reject a proposal that would have made Louisiana’s K-12 accountability system more transparent. Many Louisiana students cannot write or spell their names, recognize alphabets, or read. "BESE failed Louisiana's kids today, siding with a deeply entrenched education status quo to reject an updated and improved K-12 accountability system. Our system has failed Louisiana families for far too long. Today, the board chose to continue down the same failed pathway. We'll keep fighting for g...
Wossman Royalty At Wossman High School homecoming recently, Zyniah Wilson reigned as Miss Sophomore 2022. Miss Sophomore is pictured here with her family, grandmother Pauline Clark, mother Constance Wilson, grandfather Robert J. Clark, Camber Wilson, and Drew Clark....
Eta Lambda Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority hosted its 20s Centennial Gala at the Hanger Saturday, November 12, 2022. The gala and fundraising event celebrates earning money to fund scholarships and community service endeavors....
The Louisiana Cancer Foundation (LCF) continued their support of ULM's Paul Sylvester, Ph.D with a $10,000 donation to support Sylvester's breast cancer research. The donation made on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 marks the 17th year that the LCF has donated to Sylvester's work, bringing the total amount donated to $170,000 over a 17 year period. The check was presented to Sylvester by members of LCF board. The donation will help Sylvester continue his research of tocotrienols, a rare natural form...
The Grambling State University Department Visual and Performing Arts is set to perform a fictional imagining of a well-known, actual story in the play “Knock Me a Kiss,” which will open at 7:00 PM, Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at the Floyd L. Sandle Theatre inside the Conrad Hutchinson Performing Arts Center. Based on what was supposed to be the wedding of the century, at least in terms of African-American advancement, the play will also be performed at 7:00 PM, Wednesday, November 16 - Friday, November 18, 2022 with an additional matinee per...
I love fresh squeezed orange juice. Each Christmas my parrain would gift my brothers and me a large box of fresh oranges and apples. As young kids, we didn't always appreciate getting fruit on a holiday for extravagant gifts, but as the years passed, we sincerely appreciated our parrain's thoughtful kindness and consistency. I would use those oranges to make fresh squeezed orange juice. I would cut them in halves and use a glass juicer to extract the juice. The oranges were so sweet, and the juice was so good! I would drink about 4 ounces at a...
On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 high school girls basketball kicked off with Parkway facing and the 2022 LA 3-A State Champions Wossman Lady Cats. The clash, held at the George Belton Sports Complex in Monroe, LA ended with 5-A Parkway winning 57-45 before a packed gym. Wossman Lady Cats gave a valiant effort in trying to defeat Parkway. Basketball fans got a chance to see top recruit Mikayla Williams. There's an unbelievable amount of high school girls basketball talent at the moment in the...
3 million people in the United States and 38 million people worldwide are currently living with HIV. There are 35,000 new HIV diagnoses every year in the United States and 1.7 million new diagnoses each year worldwide. Approximately 36 million people have died of AIDS-related illnesses, making it one of the deadliest pandemics in history. Each year on December 1st, we commemorate World AIDS Day, which honors people with HIV who have lost their lives. It is also a day to show support for people living with HIV and is an opportunity for...
Jerry Lee Greer 66 of West Monroe LA died Friday November 11, 2022-Services are Saturday November 19, 2022 at 11am. Burial Richwood Gardens under the direction of Smith Funeral Home Monroe LA. Velma R. Walker, 33 of Monroe, LA Homemaker died Monday November 7, 2022. Visitation: 6:00 to 8:00 PM Thursday November 17, 2022 at McFarland Funeral in Monroe, LA. Service: 11:00 AM Friday November 18, 2022 at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens under directio...
We all look forward to the future but are not prepared for the future. Last weekend, I had the opportunity to attend Grambling State University for their high school day and it made me realize that growing up is something I'm not ready for yet. I've done the necessary preparations, such as taking the ACT, looking into majors, etc., but I'm not prepared for growing up and being on my own. I think this realization may be true for many of us, but we're scared to admit to it. Growing up, I was used...
Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) in partnership with the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation, presents The Angel Award®, a one-hour special honoring nine Louisianans for their work improving the lives of the state’s children. The program premieres Monday, Nov. 21 at 8:00 PM on LPB. Additionally, the program will livestream online at www.lpb.org, the LPB App, and the Facebook pages of LPB and the Foundation. The nine honorees come from across Louisiana, including; Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, Monroe, Madisonville, Na...
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 and d...
On Saturday November 12, 2022 at Whitley's Entertainment Center in Monroe LA, Family and friends wished Wanda Coleman happy birthday. The birthday celebration featured the Ghetto Cowboy, Avail Hollywood, Vick Allen, Benito, Summer Wolf, Kiko and Little Bobby Womack. DJ Scott Banks handled the 1's & 2's. Photo Wanda Coleman celebrated her birthday Photo Wanda Coleman- Friends celebrated with Wanda Coleman included Wilbur & Kathy Cleveland, Tonie Foster, Thelma Smith , Tina Wilson, Brenda...
On Veterans' Day Friday November 11, 2022, veterans were celebrated. These True American Heroes gave their lives to defend America. At the Council on Aging Carolyn Rose Strauss Senior Center in Monroe LA, veterans were honored. Having the distinction of being the youngest Veteran, Retired Lt. Colonel Corine Sutton was honored and recognized....
Pine Hill Baptist Church (Brick Yard) in Rayville LA celebrated 95 years (1927-2022) on October 23, 2022. The church is still holding up the blood-stained banner and the congregation is no-ways tired. It was a joyous occasion, where Pastor Albert L. Woods prayed and preached. Sister Alexia Elder welcomed family and friends; Deacon Solomon Payne read the deed. Historical reflections were offered by Mrs. Annie Staten and Deacon Rilly R. Randle recognized past members and families. The program was...
At Carver-McDonald Library in Monroe LA, a community program gave tips on heart disease and diabetes prevention on Thursday November 10, 2022 by LSU AG Agent Markaye H. Russell. Russell spoke about the key risk factors for heart disease is high blood pressure. One thing that we can do to help our blood pressure is to lower our sodium intake. Coronary heart disease-often called heart disease is the main form of heart disease. It is a disorder of the blood vessels of the heart that can lead to a...
Many years ago, God decided to send an angel to earth. The angel was meant to touch lives and that happened! Happy birthday Sweet Angel Ennis Murray!" Love your children, grands, family & friends....
Solomon Temple Baptist Church 200 Atkinson St. Monroe LA. will present Pastor and Wife Rev. Dr. James and Minister Virginia Howard at their 36th Pastoral Anniversary on Sunday Nov 20, 2022 at 11am. Rev.. Dr. A. B. Johnson Rose of Sharon Baptist Church in Monroe LA. is guest speaker....
