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COVID-19 vaccine trial to pay $700 for participants

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“Corona Comeback” draws hundreds despite virus worries

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Double graveside service set for mother, son COVID victims

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NAACP says districts should protect lives of teachers in reopening

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Old Chief reappointed as new interim chief for Monroe Police

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Achievements
June 4, 2020

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

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

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
May 20, 2020

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-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 August 6th – August 12th

August 6-Carl Logan, Kemmus Johnson, Ja'monese Hudson Burks, Kenneth Harris, Janis Jackson,…

Birthdays
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Birthdays July 30th – August 5th

July 30-Vertha Bledsoe, Brenda Harris, Edward Baker, Jr., Atron Wilson, Quanique Kyles,…

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

Deaths
August 6, 2020 0

Obituary for Gertrude Hall

On July 29, 2020, Gertrude Hall departed her life on earth to…

Deaths
August 6, 2020 0

Obituary: Bernadine Ware Staten

Bernadine Ware Staten, the last-born child of six of the late Luke…

August 6, 2020 0

Death Notices for the week of August 3rd

Gertrude Beatrice Hall, 83 Homemaker of Monroe, LA died July 29; 2020.…

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

August 6, 2020 0

We must commit in our hearts, soul and mind to conform “not” to the world’s way

By Lisa Wilmore My Dear Friends in Christ, Jesus has set a standard of living for persons who have accepted…

August 6, 2020 0

God said, “Stop serving my young children as dessert during your foolish evil parties!!!!!

By Dr. Jacquelyn Simmons Scripture: At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in…

August 6, 2020 0

Give yourself a thousand second chances

By Rusty Potter Not all good opportunities will come your way, some you will have to make happen. It’s not…

July 30, 2020 0

Even though it does not look good, we still owe him a praise

By Lisa Wilmore (Psalm 57) Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me: for my soul trusteth in…

COVID-19 vaccine trial to pay $700 for participants

“Corona Comeback” draws hundreds despite virus worries

Double graveside service set for mother, son COVID victims

School boards must cover COVID medical costs of teachers, staff

Highlights

JPMorgan Chase includes Grambling State in its commitment to Professional Development

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

Bankruptcy Attorney

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

Brown, Ellis, Louis would bring change if elected Mayor

Louis says nine family members hit by COVID in Monroe; mask up to show love

Brumley releases guidelines for school reopening, gloomy picture

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

This Week In Monroe History

Local History
This week in 2003 Dr. Billye Burns was passed over for principalship of Wossman High even though she was the only applicant and promised to turn the school around in one year. (17)

Editorials

  • School boards must cover COVID medical costs of teachers, staff
  • School systems send teachers into the COVID battle without backup
  • Mayor Ellis wants to remove the “stigma” that divides us

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