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West Monroe settles, new districts will provide Black alderman

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NAACP, Black Muslims say move to bypass state police in death is racially motivated

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Funeral services for David Harris to be Saturday

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Shanderic Downs donated a liver to his sister and saved her life

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City salutes Deacon Staten, 100 years old

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Politics

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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

Breaking News
March 4, 2021

City attorney’s 2nd DWI arrest, still a misdemeanor

After spending a night in jail last week, Monroe's assistant city attorney is out on bond after being arrested on his second…

Police Arrests
February 25, 2021

Man arrested for Jason Drive murder in January

January, police were investigating the shooting death of man on Jason Drive but were unable to find the suspect. However, thanks to…

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 April 15th – April 21st

April 15-Jonathan Nash, Claurice Shoulders, Avery Sharpe, Lucille Roberson, D’Larrius Martin, Leo…

Birthdays
April 8, 2021 0

Birthdays April 8th – April 14th

April 8-Candance Burch, Mary E. Moore, Xavier Comanche, Sullivan Williams, Cloetha Freemount,…

Notable Weddings & Anniversaries

Breaking News
October 15, 2020

Travis & Lakendra tie the knot

Wedding vows were exchanged Saturday, October 10, 2020, between Lakendra Freeman and Travis Menyweather at The Tabatorium in Monroe, La. The ceremony was witnessed by a host of family and…

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…

Deaths

Breaking News
April 15, 2021 0

Funeral services for David Harris to be Saturday

Funeral services for David Harris will be held Saturday at the Greater…

Breaking News
April 15, 2021 0

“Monroe hero, Woodrow Jenkins, exchanges his cross for a crown after a century”

With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.”…

April 15, 2021 0

Death Notices for the week of April 12th

Linda Faye Jackson, 65 Cleaning Services, died April 11, 2021. Graveside Service…

Community News

Happy 101st birthday to Mrs. Mildred Robinson!!!

The Howards Celebrate 50 Years of Marriage

Sweet 16 Party held for Sarai

Vercie Lee Jefferson celebrates 89th Birthday

Spiritual Insight

April 15, 2021 0

The risk of denying Jesus is too dangerous

By Lisa Wilmore Scriptures to ponder: …Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my…

April 15, 2021 0

A Dirge lamenting the removal of certain passages of scripture from “The Lord’s Prayer”

By Dr. Jacquelyn Simmons Scripture: After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy…

April 15, 2021 0

You got this

By Rusty Potter Basketball has helped to make popular the phrase, “home-court advantage”. The home team has the support of…

April 1, 2021 0

“Celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection on Easter Sunday and everyday”

By Lisa Wilmore Dear Hearts, As the world (system) prepares for yet another Resurrection Sunday, which is widely known as…

West Monroe settles, new districts will provide Black alderman

NAACP, Black Muslims say move to bypass state police in death is racially motivated

Funeral services for David Harris to be Saturday

Shanderic Downs donated a liver to his sister and saved her life

Categories

Highlights

Childhood friends inspire to give back

Continuing to serve the community in a Pandemic

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

From Our Past

Monroe UnderGround PodCast

Discussions of issues and concerns about the Monroe Community,

Underground Podcast

Reflections on 2016 Flooding in Monroe

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

Community News

Shanderic Downs donated a liver to his sister and saved her life

City salutes Deacon Staten, 100 years old

“Happy Centennial Birthday to Mr. Woodrow Jenkins! 100 and still going strong!”

Family: Police should pay for no-knock terror, damage

This Week In Monroe History

Birthdays
Charles White, Miiam "Mi Mi" Davis, Roderick Reed, Perthenia Potts, Eddie Billberry, Lenard Montgomery (4)
Celebrating Birthdays Today: --Charles White, Miiam “Mi Mi” Davis, Roderick Reed, Perthenia Potts, Eddie Billberry, Lenard Montgomery. (3)
Local History
On this day in 2008, Duvacus Holmes and Tiera Williams were crowned Prom King and Queen at Wossman High School. (13)

Editorials

  • Black members of city council silent about our concerns
  • Mayor’s “State of City” infomercial ignored many minority concerns
  • Secret Non-Zero grading policy allows lazy students to pass

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