Monroe Dispatch - No Struggle, No Progress

As I pursue public office at this stage in my life, I have committed to being more transparent and willing to share many moments from my life to inspire young adults interested in running for public...

A protest was held at Louisiana Delta Community College on February 21, 2024, to bring attention to the alleged unfair pay and treatment of its employees. Spokesperson Robert Jordan, an employee at...

Augie J. Bosley has been embroiled in a lengthy property ownership dispute with the Ouachita Parish Assessor's Office since 2005. The conflict stems from a property purchase in Monroe by Ms. Bosley...

Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. In today's world, it's crucial to be aware of your surroundings at all times. The days of taking a walk outside your home without...

On Monday, February 26, 2024, Christina Gary's family, friends, and Franklin Parish High School classmates gathered at The Vintage Vault in Winnsboro, LA for Christy's college reveal celebration....

Spotlighting Richwood High School and ULM Legendary Alumnus Dr. Joe Profit In honor of Black History Month 2024, the Richwood Community and Bryant's Addition in Monroe, LA, proudly recognize "A...

Saluting Monroe Black History Maker Ernestine Green who was the first Black Clothes Buyer for the Palace Department Store then Field's Women Shop in Monroe LA. We are proud of you and your...

Established in 1988 by the Monroe Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Ouachita aims to develop and empower emerging leaders in northeast Louisiana. The program seeks to transform the region into a...

Reigning as Miss Freshman at Carroll High School Homecoming 2023 was Joy Higgins, who was escorted by her dad Donald Gipson. Congratulations Miss Freshman Joy Higgins!...

Blessed and thankful for another year was Pastor Ricky L. James, Zion Spring Baptist Church in Monroe LA. His church congregation wished him a very special happy birthday. Happy birthday Pastor Ricky...

Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. A tragic incident unfolded in West Monroe, LA, over the weekend resulting in the death of a woman and critical injuries to a male...

Hard Labor Life Sentence + Ten Years On February 12, 2024, Judge Frederick Jones handed down a life sentence with hard labor plus ten years to defendant Teddrick Jawan Jones for the February 26,...

A Ouachita Parish couple may have experienced the scare of their lives on Sunday, February 18, 2024, when they were unexpectedly stopped by West Monroe Police Officers (WMPD) for a crime they were...

Norman Lee Felton was born on September 21, 1943, in Monroe, LA, the sixth of ten children born to Rev. Arthur Felton Sr. and Bessie Scott Felton. After graduating from Carroll High School in Monroe,...

Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Trey Holly, a former Union Parish High School standout and current LSU football star, issued a statement on Saturday, February 17,...

Claude and Florece Staten celebrated their 30th Wedding Anniversary and renewed their wedding vows on Sunday February 18, 2024 at Piney Grove Baptist Church in Monroe LA. Rev Donald Woods renewed the...

Lorethie "Loe" Dunn endured a legal ordeal filled with misery and pain after filing a complaint with the Louisiana College Technical Training System, believing she faced an unjust forced retirement. F...

Dr. Bernard Menyweather talked about celebrating a dynamic culture that has spread worldwide in the arts, music, literature, and film. He will display his artwork and talk about his upcoming book...

The Louisiana Judicial Council of the National Bar Association convened its 26th Annual Conference in Monroe, Louisiana, on Friday, February 16, 2024, at the Northeast Delta African-American Heritage...

It has been a year-long struggle for former interim police chief Reggie Brown, but the effort to win reinstatement within the Monroe Police Department has paid off. Following a recent ruling by the Se...

When Lorethie "Loe" Dunn went on FMLA in 2014, she never came back to her job as Campus Director at the Bastrop Campus, her last day was July 14. 2014. She retired on Oct. 1, 2014 and a retirement...

Ouachita Sheriff's Investigators are attempting to locate a runaway juvenile, Keara Thomas 16. Keara was last seen on February 11, 2024 in the Calhoun area. She is described as a Black female, 5'-5"...

Madison James Foster 1st Royal Mardi Gras Coronation of Mr. and Miss Madison James Foster was Saturday February10, 2024 at Madison James Foster Elementary School in Monroe LA. Jayla Coates reigned...

Supporters of Mayor Jamie Mayo gathered at the Abe E. Pierce lll Convention Center in Monroe, LA, on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Among them were current and former elected officials, including Rick...

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....

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...

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 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...

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...

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 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 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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...