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City judges release city court reopening guidelines

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Fred Louis: Residents throwing bricks at police is a symptom of the problem

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Minister Louise Willis, 94 died last week

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Mouton resigns from Barkdull Faulk

Achievements

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Politics

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Around the Town

Achievements
June 4, 2020 0

Congratulations on your degree

Congratulations are in order for Hometown native Fredrick L. Scott, the son of James & Shirley Scott, Monroe, LA. He recently received his J.D. degree from Southern University Law Center…

Achievements
May 21, 2020 0

Sisters finish at top of High School and Elementary classes

Two sisters shared honors this week after graduating with others from separate schools. Debra and Clarissa Isaac both finished at the top of their classes at Wossman High School and…

Crime

Crime
May 26, 2020 0

Debit Card Fraud

Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Investigators are currently investigating the recent fraudulent use of a stolen debit card at a grocery store on LA…

Breaking News
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Man arrested after kids call 911; he punched mom after bedroom quarrel

When two children saw a man punch and slap their mother during an argument, they called 911. The call resulted in the…

COVID HOTLINE

Covid-19 News

Wright says churches should avoid premature re-openings

COVID victim sends thanks for prayers, after awakening from coma

COVID virus claims second member of same family

COVID Virus claims DeWayne Black

Birthdays

Birthdays
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Birthdays May 28th – June 3, 2020

May 28-Rosie Lee Jackson, Rushondria Riley, Eddie Lois Richard, Malcolm Wilson, Wilma…

Birthdays
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Birthdays May 21st – May 27th

May 21-Goldman Moore, Helen Williams, In Loving Memory of Rev. Farris Brown,…

Notable Weddings & Anniversaries

Weddings
February 7, 2020

Neal/Jones wedding held

Michael Jones and Dalphynie Neal were married on Sunday 02/02/2020 at Greater Free Gift BC at 1 pm with Bishop Rodney Mcfarland, Sr, officiated followed by a reception at their…

Weddings
December 29, 2019

Nicole Seay – Quincy Danztler begin new year as newlyweds

Wedding vows were exchanged recently between Nicole Seay and Quinzy Dantzler giving the new couple a chance to start the new year as man and wife. The double-ring ceremony was…

Weddings
December 20, 2019

Rodgers – Diarse wed in double ring ceremony

Wedding vows were exchanged for Wilnisha Denise Rodgers and James Willie Diarse, Jr. They united in a double ring ceremony at the Fabulous Tab-A-Torium in Monroe, officiated by the Reverend…

Deaths

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June 4, 2020 0

Minister Louise Willis, 94 died last week

A prominent minister died last week and her family is mourning her…

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Deaths from May 28th – May 31st

Norvell Christian, 89, a resident of Bonita, La Bus Driver, died May…

Deaths
May 28, 2020 0

Obituary for Laura Swan

Life for Laura A. Esaw-Swan begun on May 18, 1953, to parents…

Community News

The Howards Celebrate 50 Years of Marriage

Sweet 16 Party held for Sarai

Vercie Lee Jefferson celebrates 89th Birthday

Wedding bells for Lee and Hedgemon

Spiritual Insight

June 4, 2020 0

LORD! Thank You for revisiting us with your twin rainbows of promise!!!

By Dr. Jacquelyn Simmons Scripture: And God said, This is the token of the covenant which I make between me…

June 4, 2020 0

What are Christians supposed to do about the evil and injustices of this world?

By Lisa Wilmore Scripture: Do not repay anyone evil for evil…(Romans 12:17a). My Christian Friends, My daughter, Stephanie, came to…

June 4, 2020 0

Stand up for justice

By Rusty Potter Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere”. I was taught…

May 21, 2020 0

Lord, please breathe Your breath of healing on us and our nations “Pray”

By Lisa Wilmore O, Righteous Father, You are our strength; strength like no other. You are our joy, and we…

City judges release city court reopening guidelines

Fred Louis: Residents throwing bricks at police is a symptom of the problem

Minister Louise Willis, 94 died last week

If Blacks control local governments, who do we blame for racism?

COVID HOTLINE

Highlights

FAQ: When will I get my stimulus check? Who gets one? What about tax returns?

Renewal, Inc. and partners push for Homeownership in the Region

Cypress Point University Elementary 2020 Mardi Gras Court

Highlighting the legacy of Procter Green

Moment in History: Joseph H. Miller, Sr. Founder, The Miller Companies

Pastor & First Lady McKinney and Mt. Calvary B.C. family wishes to thank you

Bankruptcy Attorney

MASK UP!

Reflections on 2016 Flooding in Monroe

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRWRnrTcqkQ&list=PLGvaenllE5c-Mm2yvnx_IF2NgkMRARCD1&index=4&t=2s

From Our Past

Community News

Fred Louis: Residents throwing bricks at police is a symptom of the problem

Mouton resigns from Barkdull Faulk

It’s been eight months, Judge Johnson delays ruling in Parkview case

Marie Brown: “I feel like a rock star!”

This Week In Monroe History

Birthdays
Celebrating Birthdays Today: --Rayshawn Jackson, Vickie Hollins, Tyisha Davis, Alvin Thomas, In Loving Memory of Chanel Celesteine, Todd Ricard, Jr., In Loving Memory of Orlander (Lil buddy) Johnson. (2)
Local History
--- This week in 1976 the city dump, which was located in the heart of the Black community was featured in the Free Press. Read More (44)
--- Today in 1976 the Calvary Baptist Church in West Monroe staged its annual musical. Read More. (44)
On this day in 2017, the Monroe City School Board renamed Lincoln Elementary as Roy Neal Shelling, Sr. Elementary School. (3)

Editorials

  • If Blacks control local governments, who do we blame for racism?
  • Neville’s live graduation was great a production, but flaunted most safety rules
  • Tort lawyers gearing up for big virus paydays, filing COVID suits

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