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Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The sound of gunfire is terrifying to hear. The sound of it can instantly send a feeling of fear and even that of dread, knowing that a life might hang in the balance. Adults usually can cope/fend for themselves if they are able to when they hear the sound of gunfire. But what about those who are unable to, such as a 6-year-old child? According to the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office, on August 13, Jamarion Jalil Godfrey 18, was...
The love which was shown to our youth has diminished greatly over several generations, which only Black folks will be able to fix. There's lots of hopelessness in our community where children are homeless, hungry and looking for love. The problem is many want to help yet, are apprehensive when trying to help our young people. Its difficult to tell who's straight and who's not! On Monday August 12, 2024 according to witnesses, numerous gun shots were fired in the Kingsway Apartments in Monroe LA...
(Ouachita Parish) – The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating an alleged sex crime between a juvenile student and a coach/teacher from Beekman Charter School in Morehouse Parish. The incident occurred in Ouachita Parish and as of this time no arrests have been made. This investigation is ongoing and information will be released once it is complete....
Join us for a new season at Dazzle Dance Studio, where we thoughtfully nurture each girl's love for dance and help her build confidence. Our instructors are dedicated to creating a supportive and empowering environment for every student. Classes begin after Labor Day, so don't miss the chance to be part of our inspiring dance community! Call (318)500-3299 or visit www.dazzledanceonline.com register....
The Monroe City School Board is taking a significant step toward a greener, more sustainable future with the addition of 20 state-of-the-art electric buses to their transportation fleet. Each bus, valued at $400,000, represents a commitment to improving the quality of life for students across the district. Five of the buses have already arrived, with the remainder expected soon, thanks to nearly $8 million in funding from the EPA's Clean Bus Program. Aside from the initial purchase, the...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Having a gun seems to be a way of life in America. Guns are more prevalent than ever before, as gun manufacturers continue to churn out more deadly weapons. This nation undoubtedly leads the world in the number of guns available to the public, so it is not surprising to see them everywhere. The presence of guns keeps the public vigilant, but it also makes it more difficult for law enforcement to do their job when they confront...
On August 8, 2024, ten children from Ouachita Parish received free bicycles as part of the Ouachita Parish Public Library and Kiwanis of Greater Ouachita's Bikes for Books Program at the Main Branch Library. These children won the grand prize drawing after completing the library's summer reading challenge, collectively reading over half a million pages. Literacy is crucial not only for a child's academic success but also for the well-being of the community. Among the winners was Christian...
This candid memoir details Dr. Press Robinson's journey through a challenging upbringing in South Carolina, academic success in earning a doctorate, and an extensive career in education and social justice. "Dr. Press Robinson is a civil rights veteran with more than 50 years of organizing to amplify Black political voices across the American South," said Phillip Norman, oral historian of Grassroots Democracy. Robinson is a graduate of Morehouse College and Howard University with a doctorate in physical chemistry and physics. He is a former...
Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church in Monroe, LA, celebrated its Family and Friends Day on Sunday, August 4, 2024. The event centered around the theme, "We Are All the Same!" emphasizing the shared belief in worshiping the same God, even as religious practices may differ. Invited guests and friends participated in the unique Catholic worship service at Little Flower, with a strong turnout. P...
United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown recently announced that Vonterrius D. White, 32, from Monroe, LA, has been sentenced for illegally possessing firearms and ammunition. Chief United States District Judge Terry A. Doughty sentenced White to 46 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release. On June 30, 2022, officers from the Monroe Police Department (MPD) responded to a 911 call at an apartment complex in Monroe. They saw White with an extended magazine sticking out of his...
In a significant stride towards reducing gun violence in northeast Louisiana, United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown announced the resolution of three separate illegal firearms cases. Chief United States District Judge Terry A. Doughty handed down sentences to three defendants, each with a history of criminal behavior and illegal firearm possession. On October 22, 2022, Mark Abercrombie, 45, of Monroe was involved in a one-vehicle crash in Ouachita Parish, LA. He fled the scene before deputies...
There seems to be a consensus in the community that the current Monroe City Council "is on to something." It's only been two meetings in the new term, and judging from the comments from citizens at the last meeting, it appears that the voters in Districts 3, 4, and 5 like what they are seeing. And that, they say, is good for progress. However, the honeymoon may be short-lived after the conclusion of the August 13, 2024, council meeting. Councilmembers will once again discuss the highly...
Disclaimer: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Science tells us that under extreme temperatures, the mercury in a thermometer isn't the only thing that rises. Our tempers and emotions tend to rise with the heat, often at a time when cooler heads should prevail. Incidents of heat-related violence can happen anywhere at any time, as may have occurred recently in Richwood. According to a law enforcement, deputies from the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's office (OPSO) recently...
A Monroe woman is in a dilemma during one of the hottest times of the year, as the air-conditioning in her apartment has been out since June 28, 2024. It has been a very frustrating time for Sandra Blanche, who has been trying to stay cool despite numerous attempts to repair her unit to no avail. When the Monroe Dispatch interviewed Blanche, it was very hot in her apartment, and two fans were barely making it tolerable to stay inside. Blanche has been living in her apartment for about six...
Monroe, LA – BDPA Northeast Louisiana STEAM Academy proudly secured 3rd place in the State Farm Esports Competition at the 49th annual BDPA Conference. This prestigious event featured a variety of challenges including game development, team tournaments, and individual competitions, highlighting the exceptional talent of students in the academy. The esports competition aims to ignite interest and engagement in computer science and STEM fields through the dynamic and exciting world of esports. By...
The Mt. Nebo Playground Committee would like to say Thanks to all of you that participated in these momentous events celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Mt. Nebo Rosenwald Elementary School and the 35th Anniversary of the Prichard Addition/ Atkins Quarters Family Day on this past weekend, August 2, and 3, 2024 at Emily P. Robinson Community Center and Mt. Nebo Playground in Monroe LA....
The Monroe Chapter of the Southern University Alumni Federation held it's annual Student Reception on July 20, 2024 at G.B. Cooley in Monroe LA. The reception was held to recognize students from the Monroe area who will be incoming freshmen for the fall 2024semester. Also during the reception, the 2024 Monroe Chapter scholarship recipients were presented with their awards; Christina Gary( Franklin Parish H.S,.), and Ajahrah Tucker (Ouachita Parish H.S.). Among the guest speakers were Keith...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. As humans, we often become emotional, sometimes more than we should, depending on the circumstances. Typically, staying calm and walking away is the best course of action, as crossing certain lines can lead to serious consequences. On July 24, 2024, Monroe Police officers (MPD) responded to a report of a stabbing at a residence in the middle of the night. According to authorities, when officers arrived, multiple witnesses...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A Ouachita Parish man is behind bars after allegedly threatening a female victim with death if she didn't give him money. Robert Whitfield, 50, was recently taken into custody for allegedly kidnapping the victim in addition to making the threat. According to Monroe Police (MPD), on July 23, 2024, Whitfield and the victim were at a Chase bank, where the victim reported to an employee that Whitfield had threatened to kill her....
Citizens of Monroe are questioning why the city administration is still pursuing legal action against former Police Chief Reggie Brown and former Police Communication Officer Sergeant Chuck Johnson after four years. Ouachita Parish District Court Judge Robert L. Johnson has overturned the city's decision on Johnson, and a Second Circuit Court of Appeal panel has done the same for Brown. Despite these rulings, Mayor Friday Ellis has instructed his city attorney to continue appealing these cases,...
United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown announced that Vonterrius D. White, 32, of Monroe, LA, has been sentenced for llegal Possession of Firearms and Ammunition. Chief United States District Judge Terry A. Doughty sentenced White today to 46 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release. According to information presented in court, on June 30, 2022, officers with the Monroe Police Department responded to a 911 call at an apartment complex in Monroe. Upon arrival, officers observed White with an extended magazine appearing out...
Southern University Alumni Federation Monroe Chapter Scholarship Award Program was Saturday July 20, 2024 at G.B. Cooley Building in Monroe LA. Among the SU 2024 Scholarship recipients were Ajahrah Tucker GPA 3.85 from Ouachita Parish High School and Christina Gary GPA 4.27 from Franklin Parish High School in Winnsboro LA....
The Carver-McDonald Branch Library at 2941 Renwick St. in Monroe, LA. and Branch Manager Joyce Powell, will celebrate with the community, Artist & Author Dr. Bernard Menyweather on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Book Talk & Signing with Prints. Dr. Bernard Menyweather is a native of Monroe, Louisiana. He has been married to Thelma Menyweather for fifty-seven years and has one daughter, and two grandsons. He received his B. S. degree in 1965 from Grambling State University and from...
The Mt. Nebo Playground Committee is sponsoring the 100th Anniversary of the Mt. Nebo Rosenwald Elementary School and the 35th Anniversary of the Atkins Quarters/Prichard Addition Annual Family Day on August 2, and 3, 2024 in Monroe LA. Do you or did you live in the area? Did you attend the Mt Nebo Elementary School? If so, we want to see your face on those days. We are having a ‘Meet and Greet’ on Friday August 2nd at 4p.m. at the Emily P. Robinson Community Center in Monroe LA. On Saturday at 2 p.m., our activities will include the unv...
An exhilarating and exciting back to school bash was held at the Children's Coalition for Northeast LA in Monroe LA on July 20, 2024. This extraordinary event was held in collaboration with Stacey's Annual BackPacks and School Supplies. Photo Stacey 1- People lined up early as the line stretched for blocks. Photo Stacey 2- Among those at the front of the line. Photo Stacey 3-Stacey Smith Advanced Practice Healthcare Professional with ULM Students and a Children Coalition employee. Photo Stacey...
There is nothing like family. When adversity strikes, there's nothing like family to lend that extra helping hand. George "Vamp" Belton is blessed to have a family who will show up at the drop of hat....
U.S. Attorney Brandon B. Brown and the Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN) announced the availability of approximately $152,565 in PSN grant funds for the Western District of Louisiana. The Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP) and the Bureau of Justice Assistance are seeking applications for funding of a grant under the PSN Program. At least 30% (41,192.55) of the grant funds must be designated for grants under the PSN Program to fund new and/or current violence reduction strategies in the Western District. The PSN approach is...
P.E.E.P. President Kenneth Wilson presented Stephanie H. Carter Founder of J.W. Brown Laboratory School and Marie Brown Founder of Juneteenth Minds of Joint Action Association in Monroe LA on Friday July 19, 2024 at P.E.E.P Inc. at 1411 Orange St. in Monroe LA. Both organizations are doing positive things in our community by showing hope for those who need inspiration. Special thanks to LA State Representative Adrian Fisher for addressing a need and making hope available for these two nonprofit...
HAMPCO, Inc Celebrated its 14 Annual Financial Literacy Graduation on Saturday June 29, 2024 at Mt. Zion Life Center in Monroe LA To God Be The Glory for all the things HE has done. We give thanks to Senator Katrina Jackson-Andrew's who made it possible for HAMPCO, Inc. to provide these weekly classes to citizens in various communities....
The Monroe/Ouachita NAACP Branch held its Freedom Fund Banquet on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the Monroe Civic Center Arena. The event featured a special guest speaker, Caddo Parish Sheriff Henry Whitehorn....
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. When thinking of victims of sexual abuse, it is often assumed to be male-on-female, though such crimes can occur in various forms, including female-on-female and male-to-male. Regardless of the circumstances, sexual abuse is wrong. A Monroe man is now behind bars, accused not only of robbing an individual but also of sexually assaulting that person. According to the West Monroe Police Department (WMPD), officers responded to a...
Disclaimer: All persons are innocent until proven guilty. An Ouachita Parish man is dead following a tragic shooting that occurred on Barrington Dr. in Monroe, LA. According to the Monroe Police Department, officers responded to reports of a shooting on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Upon arrival, officers made contact with Kialynshia Jordan, who allegedly stated that she had shot an individual during an altercation. According to police, Jordan waived her Miranda Rights and told officers that she and...
On Friday, July 19, 2024, P.E.E.P. President Kenneth Wilson honored Stephanie H. Carter, Founder of J.W. Brown Laboratory School, and Marie Brown, Founder of Juneteenth Minds of Joint Action Association, at P.E.E.P. Inc. located at 1411 Orange St. in Monroe, LA. Both organizations are making a positive impact in our community by providing hope and inspiration. Special thanks to LA State Representative Adrian Fisher for addressing the need and supporting these two nonprofit organizations. Each...
The Southern University Alumni Federation Monroe Chapter held its Scholarship Award Program on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the G.B. Cooley Building in Monroe, LA. Among the 2024 scholarship recipients were Ajahrah Tucker, with a GPA of 3.85 from Ouachita Parish High School, and Christina Gary, with a GPA of 4.27 from Franklin Parish High School in Winnsboro, LA....
Get ready to dance your heart out at Dazzle Dance - now enrolling for the new season! Dazzle Dance is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment where dancers of all levels can learn, gain confidence, and have fun. Enroll your daughter today and discover a vibrant community where they can grow and shine on and off the stage! Visit www.dazzledanceonline.com to register!...
St. James Baptist Church in Sterlington, LA honored Rev. Richard and Meltida Wilson for 13 years of dedicated service on Sunday, July 21, 2024. The celebration featured Rev. Larry Brooks from Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church in Sandy Point, TX, as a special guest. The event celebrated their strong and courageous leadership during these unprecedented times....
There is nothing like family. When adversity strikes, there's nothing like family to lend that extra helping hand. George "Vamp" Belton is blessed to have a family who will show up at the drop of hat....
On Tuesday July 16, 2024, Renaissance Movement announced their 2024 scholarship recipients at Tower Place in Monroe LA. A scholarship reception was held honoring nine high school seniors and their parents....
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In what had been a typical Monroe City Schools Board meeting on Tuesday July 16, 2024, got sidetracked over a highly charged political issue between board member Bill Willson and Monroe Federation of Teacher's Union President Sandie Lollie. The verbal exchange between Willson and Lollie occurred near the end of the meeting during the "Report of Board Members" segment on the agenda where each board member gives an update as to what is going on in their respective districts. When it came to...
The Mt. Nebo Playground Committee is sponsoring the 100th Anniversary of the Mt. Nebo Rosenwald Elementary School and the 35th Anniversary of the Atkins Quarters/Prichard Addition Annual Family Day on August 2, and 3, 2024 in Monroe LA. Do you or did you live in the area? Did you attend the Mt Nebo Elementary School? If so, we want to see your face on those days. We are having a ‘Meet and Greet’ on Friday August 2nd at 4p.m. at the Emily P. Robinson Community Center. On Saturday at 2 p.m., our activities will include the unveiling of the Lou...
Southern University Alumni Federation Scholarship Award for all students who will be attending Southern University in Baton Rouge in the fall 2024 is Saturday July 20, 2024 at 1pm at the GBC Building 211 N. 3rd St. in Monroe LA. More info contact Dilcie Green 318.387.9888 or Annissa Payne 318. 680.6881. P...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A shooting in Franklin parish turned deadly, as announced by authorities after an initial investigation. According to the Franklin Parish Sheriff's Office and Winnsboro Police Department, the shooting started after two groups met to exchange firearms. The Sheriff's Office, in a statement, said that "things took a turn for the worse" before the deadly incident. The July 8, 2024 incident resulted in the death of an individual, and...
Morning Walk Interrupted by Unexpected Guest In an unexpected encounter on Tuesday morning, July 16, 2024, around 5:30 AM, a local resident found herself face-to-face with a surprising visitor during her routine walk around the Brookshire's parking lot. Initially mistaking the large figure for a dog at a distance of three parking spaces from her car, she soon realized with alarm that it was a sizable black bear. Acting swiftly but cautiously, she began to slowly retreat while maintaining a vigilant eye on the bear, which kept a menacing stare f...
The Renaissance Movement announced its 2024 scholarship recipients on Tuesday, July 16, at Tower Place in Monroe, LA. A scholarship reception was hosted to honor nine high school seniors and their parents....
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A shooting on July 10, 2024, left a Monroe man injured alongside another victim. The incident occurred near the intersection of Breece Cir. and South First St. in Monroe, LA. According to police, the victims were in a vehicle when one of them, seated in the right front passenger seat, was struck in the right thigh. The victim alleged that Allen Bolden, 27, allegedly fired at them. He reportedly used a black handgun with an...
A municipality like Monroe needs to operate like a well-oiled machine to meet the needs of its populace. It starts at the top with a mayor supported by a city council representing the community's needs at city hall. Success requires these entities to work together, akin to "one hand washing the other". However, the lifeblood of any municipality is the workforce that keeps it running 24 hours a day—the individuals we see daily performing their jobs. Often taken for granted, these frontline employees are always there when calls for service are m...
James "Shack" Harris is a native of Monroe, LA. His parents were the late Reverend and Mrs. Nashall (Lula B) Harris Sr. Prior to being drafted into the National Football League (NFL) in 1969, Harris played under one of college football's most legendary coaches, Eddie Robinson, at Grambling State University. During each of his four seasons (1964-1968), the Grambling Tigers won or shared the SWAC (Southwestern Athletic Conference) title. Harris was named MVP of the 1967 Orange Blossom Classic and...
On Saturday, June 1, 2024, an enthralled audience experienced the breathtaking spectacle of the 12th annual Dazzle Dance recital, themed "What a Man!" Recital 2024 electrified the stage with vibrant music and captivating dance performances celebrating men. Dazzle Dance is now open for enrollment, welcoming dancers aged 3 to 18. To register, visit www.dazzledanceonline.com and join the best studio to dance, learn, and grow! Dazzle Dance 1: Asya Anderson, Carmen Atkins, Kennedy Cole, Jeri Ford, Karrington Ford, Brooklyn Heckard, Brooklynn...
