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Prime Time Family Reading Program
Prime Time Family Reading Program brings families together for a free evening of fun-one night a week for six weeks to read award-winning children’s books, and then participate in a discussion centered around the important themes such as fairness, c...
HAMPCO, Inc. Academic Heritage Quiz Bowl
Black History Month is HERE and through the efforts of Senator Katrina Jackson, Senate District 34, HAMPCO, Inc. will be bringing back its Academic Heritage Quiz Bowl. This Bowl will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, starting at 9:00 a.m. at...
Radio Stations Matter
I was born in the late '60s growing up listening to all types of music such as gospel, jazz, R&B, reggae, blues, classical, and even country. My favorite happens to be rap! In most music, the lyrics usually tell a story about life’s events, ups a...
NAACP Annual Freedom Fund/Scholarship Banquet
You are invited to Jackson Parish Branch NAACP Annual Freedom Fund and Scholarship Banquet. Saturday, February 24, 2024 6:00 PM, St. Rest MBC Family Life Center, 813 St. Rest Road, Quitman, LA 71268....
Vote Election 2024
Election 2024 early voting will take place March 9, 2024 - March 16, 2024, excluding Sunday. Voting hours are 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. The early voting locations are the Registrar of Voters Community Room at 1650 DeSiard St. in Monroe, LA, and the West...
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Career-Ending Injustice, Pt.3
When Lorethie "Loe" Dunn was selected for the position of Campus Director in Region 8 of Louisiana Delta Community College, located in Bastrop, LA, she became the first African-American to hold that...
Juvenile Shooting
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Black teens and young adults are facing alarming rates of mortality, seemingly ignored by elected leaders. Despite funds allocated at the state level to address this issue, local...
Community Pillar Gone Home
The community, along with family and friends, mourns the passing of the esteemed individual, Deacon Ricky Banks. Deacon Ricky Banks, aged 72, ascended to glory on Saturday, February 3, 2024. He...
Oretha A. Richardson's Rise to Glory
Oretha A. Richardson was born on September 6, 1932, and transitioned to Glory on January 29, 2024. Born in Mangham, LA, Oretha was a graduate of Alto High School and Grambling State University. She...
Fannie S. Reed Cherished Memory
Alpha March 14, 1928 Omega February 1, 2024 Sister Fannie Smith Reed was the only child born to the union of James Smith, Jr. and Ruth Daniels Smith on March 14, 1928, in Collinston, LA. In her early...
Faithful Servants
St. Luke Baptist Church in Monroe LA honored servants Pastor Alonzo and First Lady Shelia Clark on Sunday January 28, 2024. Guest speakers' morning was Pastor Richard Wilson lll St. James Baptist...
Carroll Senior Night
Carroll High School in Monroe LA celebrated its Seniors 2024 during its Senior Night, on Friday, February 2, 2024. Girls and boys Senior basketball players were recognized along with Senior...
Little Flower
Little Flower Academy/Catholic Church in Monroe, LA, holds a cherished place in the hearts of those who attended from 1940 to 1968. The institution provided students, from kindergarten to high...
United Way Ribbon Cutting
United War of Northeast Louisiana held a ribbon cutting and open house for their recently renovated office at 1201 Hudson Lane in Monroe LA on Tuesday February 6, 2024. Hundreds gathered as the...
LA DODT Monroe Roadshow
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD)put on their roadshow in Monroe LA on Tuesday February 6, 2024 at Abe E. Pierce conference Hall, informing people of the various road...
Dinner With "Shack
An evening to remember unfolded as Vickki and James "Shack" Harris graciously hosted dinner for family and friends prior to the dedication of Grambling State University football field to Harris...
FAZE TWO. INC.
Dear Community Partners, Faze Two, Inc., is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in Monroe Louisiana. Our founder, Coach Davey Mays, established this organization in May 2023 to do something about...
Woman Stabbed
Disclaimer: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A suspect in a stabbing incident, Keith Franklin, a man from Port Allen, LA, faces numerous charges for his alleged criminal...
Shooting Suspect Apprehended
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A local man, who had been wanted by law enforcement authorities, was apprehended during a recent traffic stop. On January 29, 2024,...
Carroll Homecoming Shooting Charges Upgraded
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Monroe Police have upgraded the charges against two individuals identified as prime suspects in the death of a 14-year-old on October 21, 2023. The individuals, Joshua L. Smiley and...
"All Is Well"
Gospel-Jazz-Blues Artist Shereka ShaBang Celebrating 1M views for her new song "All Is Well" on TikTok &Instagram! The goal was to reach 20K but God said 1M plus. She is grateful for the four...
Jonesboro Rd. Shooting
In West Monroe, LA, on Monday, January 29, 2024, a deadly shooting unfolded on Jonesboro Rd. Sadly, the incident, occurring near a convenience store, resulted in the discovery of a victim later identified as Summer Brumley. Despite the alarming rise...
One of the Best
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Robert Carter, an iconic figure in Monroe, LA, particularly at the Johnson Community Center. Mr. Carter served as an inspiration to...
A Beautiful Life Well Lived
Grace and mercy, the two greatest gifts from God, manifest in various forms and at different times in our lives. Viola Talton Dixon of Sterlington, LA, experienced these divine gifts throughout her re...
Hughie L. Rhodes' Treasured Farewell
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a beloved family patriarch, Hughie L. Rhodes, born on April 21, 1935, in Bastrop, LA, to parents Harrison and Beatrice Rhodes. Hughie's life journey was...
Career-Ending Injustice, Part 2
Prior to, Lorethie "Loe" Dunn's job loss, she devoted 34 years to the vocational and technical institution/community system, giving her more tenure than any other employee in the history of the...
"FAFSA Frenzy" Open House
The University of Louisiana Monroe is hosting a “FAFSA Frenzy” Open House on Monday, February 5, 2024, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. FAFSA Frenzy is a free event to help high school and transfer students fill out their FAFSA applications. Students are enc...
Carroll Glory
Carroll High School in Monroe, LA, stands as an everlasting beacon of hope within our community. Its rich legacy in academics, athletics, band, choir, and STEM was established in 1953 by its...
Term Life Insurance with Living Benefits
Come and join me, Tanji Elzie, with helping to build our community with LZ’s Financial Literacy Crusade. If you want a chance to build your career, help me with the introduction of a new way of helping families build their finances. Most of you have...
Historic Day
More than 1,250 people have been charged in connection with the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. On January 6, 2021, a mob of people invaded and occupied the United States Capitol, using force to interrupt the peaceful transfer of power mandated...
Gunpoint Robbery
In this modern era, individuals must be mindful of their surroundings. Unexpected situations can arise even in places where one wouldn't anticipate them, emphasizing the need for a consistently alert mindset. While some people may follow the same...
Police Altercation Officer Hit
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A search warrant for an individual wanted by Monroe Police (MPD) developed into an altercation where three people were arrested....
Celebrating a Legend
April 11, 1927-January 19, 2024 Coach Mackie Freeze, a legendary figure, initiated the football program at Richwood/Terzia High Schools in Monroe, LA, with a humble $300. This program swiftly rose to...
Ghost Leaders, Ghost Town
Poor cities or towns often reflect the consequences of inadequate leadership. The state of a community is a direct reflection of the decisions made by its leaders. Poor leadership can manifest in many ways, from the mismanagement of resources to the...
Career Ending Injustice
Lorethie "Loe" Dunn had a remarkable career, standing unrivaled in her field. In an era where not everyone opts for a traditional four-year college education, Loe Dunn distinguished herself by...
Monti Sharp: Homecoming Black History Exhibition
Monti Sharp, a revered figure in our community, is set to journey back to his artistic roots. His connection to the Monroe Arts community traces its origins to his days at Ouachita Jr. High, where he first captivated audiences at the Monroe Little...
Masquerade Cotillion
Knights of Peter Claver St. Francis Council hosted a Masquerade Cotillion Saturday, January 20, 2024 at the W Event Center in Monroe, LA. There was live music, DJ T-Baby, food, and...
MLK Salute
The Martin Luther King Jr. Foundation observed its 40th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Salute on Saturday January 20th at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Monroe LA. Attorney Charles D. Jones was guest...
Amazon: Big Economic Jolt
There are many people eagerly awaiting the construction of the massive Amazon facility slated to be built in Monroe, LA, which should provide an economic boost and offer more jobs in the area. City officials made the announcement of Amazon’s a...
Blends of Spices & Teas!
Karen Laban of The Spice & Tea Exchange explained about a purveyor of specialty spices, teas, custom blends & rubs, flavored sugars, salts, accessories and spices from around the globe, hand-mixed...
Carroll Glory
Carroll High School in Monroe LA has and will always be a beacon of hope in our community. Its academic, athletic, band, choir and stem legacy was laid in 1953 by its first principal Legendary Morris...
Woman Accused Of Hiding Gun
Officers of the Monroe Police Department (MPD) recently detained a local woman for allegedly providing a handgun to an individual involved in an altercation. The woman stated that she was in the parking area of Henrietta Johnson Community Center on D...
Attempted Murder Charges
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. An Ouachita Parish woman is behind bars after being arrested on a charge of Attempted Second-Degree Murder. Monroe Police began...
Delta Community College's Troubling Issues
Delta Community College has undergone several transitions over the last decade, with numerous turnovers in administrations that could be concerning to the community. Despite its growth, there seems to be a toxic atmosphere surrounding the school, acc...
"Your Tax Dollars Matter"
Verbon Muhammad, Sr., recently hosted his official announcement, fundraiser, and campaign kickoff at Whittney's Entertainment Center in Monroe, LA. The well-attended event garnered support from...
Oretha Robinson's Final Rites
Funeral services for Sister Oretha Douglas-Robinson will be Saturday January 20, 2024 at 11am at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church in Monroe LA. Visitation is Friday January 19, 2024 from 1-6pm at Miller...
Carroll Glory
Carroll High School in Monroe LA has and will always be a beacon of hope in our community. Its academic, athletic, band, choir and stem legacy was laid in 1953 by its first principal Legendary Morris...
PoliTICKcians
One does not Play Politics as a Politician a Politician Upholds the Values, Rights, and Wishes of the People and Maintains Integrity Throughout Their Servitude as a Public Servant. What is Politics?...
Otis Cage Sr's 80th
Family and friends united from near and far to commemorate the 80 remarkable years of Otis Cage Sr. It was a birthday filled with unforgettable moments, abundant food, and warm fellowship. The...
Bout It Bout It 3
The Political Power of Just Being by local, talented Artist, Vitus Shell, November 13, 2023 – January 21, 2024. Vitus Shell is a mixed-media collage painter born in Monroe, LA, where he lives and w...
