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The city of Monroe, LA is planning to redistrict the city council districts throughout the city. With a city with a Black majority, the redistricting of the maps is vital to fairer and equitable voting on the city council. As it stands, the current proposed redistricting maps exhibit that Blacks will lose the city council majority and return the city to be controlled by those in the minority rather than those in the majority. With the emergence of a crafty downtown plan and "redistricting" efforts, it only takes one Black vote to shift the...
James Tabb is facing life in prison. Tabb’s parents said their son and an alleged co-suspect “were railroaded” by the justice system in Rayville, LA. They also think the deck was stacked against their son from the beginning. Their son, James is facing a 114-year sentence for his alleged crime. Joshua Butler and his wife were allegedly attacked by two men back in August 2018 over an alleged business venture where there was to be an exchange of money for work. According to media outlets, James was alleged to have struck Butler with an objec...
A report published on November 16, 2022 indicated that schools in the state of Louisiana did better than expected when the state compared performance scores in 2022 as compared to those from 2021. That would be (and is) good news to state education officials, but the report also said that "a majority" of schools, not all, improved their scores. That being the case only highlights that more work is still needed. The scores come on the heels of numerous school disruptions caused by COVID-19 and...
On Saturday, November 19, 2022, the NAACP Monroe/Ouachita local chapter, held an election for officers. Several candidates were vying to unseat current president, Rev. Ambrose Douzart. Initial results of the votes showed that Rev. Douzart won with 35 votes, while Rev. Tharris Bishop, 10 votes, Mrs. Lynetta Whitehurst, 16 votes, and Ms. Marie Brown, 24 votes. That number of votes tallied is different from the total number of members in the local branch, perhaps indicating that many members did not cast their vote. An official complaint is in...
A young newlywed couple was returning home from getting something to eat on what began as an ordinary day, enjoying their life together. As they were headed to their Grammont St. home, a Monroe police officer was parked to the side ahead of them. As they approached where the officer was, the officer cut in front of them and continued on his way. Eddie Williams and his wife didn't think much of it at the time. The officer allegedly sped away as Williams and his wife turned a corner heading home....
On Saturday, November 18, 2022, 672 ENT, Roe City Riders, DownAz Ridaz, Number One Stunnas, Chosen Few, Big Dream Ryderz, Divaz of Clazz, and Big Dreams Ryderz came together to perform community service by donating and served Thanksgiving dinner at a motorcycle riders clubhouse on Winnsboro Rd. in Monroe, LA. The motorcycle clubs joined forces serving a delectable Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings including dessert and drinks. What a great act to foster good will in the community....
Zion Spring Baptist Church in Monroe, LA crowned Malcolm Sims and Characis Green as its new King and Queen recently. They were crowned at the 84th Zion Spring Church Anniversary on November 6, 2022. Zion Spring King and Queen Malcolm Sims and Characis Green were crowned by former Zion Spring King and Queen RaShawn Sims and Adasyn Pleas....
The HBCU and Gramblinite stars were out at the 20th Evening with Grambling recently at the Monroe Civic Center B.R. Robinson Hall. It was a 20th year 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....
Carroll High School's Amareya Greely (RB) earned the DownSouth Sports Magazine's Most Valuable Player of the Game award in the Bulldogs' 19-16 victory over crosstown rival Richwood on October 28, 2022. Greely led the way with 2 touchdowns. The weekly MVP award is sponsored by The Monroe Dispatch and Aubrey's Graphic Designs....
Charles Williams, 61 of Delhi, LA died Sunday November 20, 2022. Arrangements are incomplete under directions of McFarland Funerals. Morria Cullins, 46 of Monroe died Monday November 21, 2022. Arrangements are incomplete under directions of McFarland Funerals. Trent Yarnell Kimpson, Jr., 35 of Monroe, LA Laborer died November 17, 2022. Service: 11:00 AM Wednesday November 23, 2022 at Smith Funeral Home. No Visitation. Burial: Richwood Gardens, Richwood, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Calvin Wilson, Sr., 99 of Monroe, LA...
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 an...
Presenter: Davis Rennick, Owner of Daily Harvest DATE: Thursday, December 8, 2022TIME: 11:00 A. M.-12:00 P.M. What are the benefits of grains in a healthy eating pattern?Grains are important sources of many nutrients, including fiber, B vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals (nutrients naturally occur in plants). People who eat whole grains are part of a healthy diet have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases like heart and digestive health issues. The USDA recommends that half the day's grain...
WORD MINISTRIES Spreading the Gospel Brother James Goods, Jr. For a free weekly email transcript of the Sunday School Lesson Summary; send your email address request to [email protected] See pg 9 Thanksgiving Services! Macedonia Baptist Church in Rayville LA, will host it's annual Thanksgiving Day Services on November 24, 2022 at 11am! Guest speaker is one of Rayville's finest, Pastor Gerald Scott of Community of Faith Church in Prescott, Arkansas. Give Thanks to The Lord Join us this Thanksgiving day November 24, 2022 at 10 am at...
The combined 1972 classes of Carroll, Neville and Wossman High Schools held their combined 50th class reunion at the Carroll High School homecoming festivities September 30 - October 2, 2022. The former Carroll High School students were split between three schools during integration. 50 years later, the 1972 reunion was held, and classmates rekindled that high school spirit after not seeing each other for 50 years.1972 Classmates fellowshipped at Whitley's Entertainment Cente...
There is a new “Jaws” movie that is on the horizon. No, not that Jaws. If one would take a look at what is going on in the Republican Party, it is clear to see, that they are not a bunch of happy campers. What was joy and euphoria before the midterm elections quickly turned to gloom as election night wore on. Republicans weren’t able to ride the big wave that they thought was coming, which would have sent Democrats running for the hills. When the wave ended up being only a ripple, it didn’t take long for the finger pointing to start. Now, a...
Like many of you, when I am in trouble, I call upon the Lord. And, it was during a time of crisis in my life that He inspired me with this "joint" that I wanted to "pass" on to y'all. It is my prayer that we are reminded that God should not be used as an ATM machine that we run to ONLY when we are in a crisis or in need of a blessing. When we reflect upon what He has already done and continues to do in our lives, we will usually find the answers we are seeking to solve our present situation. Mos...
To the people of God, let no man deceive you; he that commits sin is of the devil. Whosoever abides in God does not commit sin. Whoever sins has never seen Him nor knows Him. Whosoever is born of God does not commit sin, because God's holy spirit lives in him; therefore, he cannot commit sin, because he is born of God. In this, the children of God are known, and you will know the children of the devil. If you keep God's commandments, then whatever you ask, or request of God, you will receive. Well Bless God! Superintendent, Henry...
*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 intimate relationship with God through prayer & His Word. Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday It is good to give thanks to the LORD, And to sing praises to Your name, O Most High. Psalm 92:1 Prayer: Father, it is good to give You thanks today and always. It is good to sing praises to Your name, O Most High. I...
John 1:14 | NKJV And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth. HALLELUJAH my Beloved. For Jesus is the WORD that had become Flesh and did dwell amongst us! Amen! Jesus and the WORD are ONE! The same Anointing that rests upon Jesus also rests upon the WORD!!! Amen! Oh, that we would continually Abide in His WORD and become His Disciples. We would then know the TRUTH and the TRUTH will set us FREE!...
Watching the movie, The Preacher’s Wife is a holiday tradition that I have for myself. It is themed around Christmas time, so it is appropriate for this time of year. The movie is set in New York City and features an all-star cast featuring Denzel Washington, Whitney Houston, Courtney B. Vance, Loretta Divine, and Gregory Hines. The movie tells the story of a pastor, Reverend Henry Biggs, leading his struggling church and additional issues that arise when serving as a leader of a church congregation in a predominately Black community. The c...
Two hearts became one when Adam J. Bingham and JoAnn Washington said I do before God and man. They pledged their love to each other in Monroe LA at Southside Tire Shop before family and friends. Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Adam J. Bingham...
