By Lisa Wilmore Scripture: …When Jesus had lifted up himself, and saw none but the woman, he said unto her, Woman, where are those thine accusers? Hath no man condemned thee? She said, No man, LORD. And Jesus said unto…
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LORD! Please forgive us for rearing children who do not know You!!!!
By Dr. Jacquelyn Simmons Scripture: …The LORD our God is one LORD: And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. And these words which I command…
Decorated Veteran Willie Belton dies
In February of 2019, Willie A. Belton, a political leader, and successful businessman was awarded the Louisiana Medal of Honor. Belton, a decorated war veteran, was previously awarded the Bronze Star and a Purple Heart for his military service for…
Ellis retires, Reggie Brown is interim police chief
Chief Eugene Ellis has announced his abrupt retirement plans, and his interim replacement has already been decided. Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo announced Wednesday that Ellis, who only served two years as chief is retiring, and the interim chief will be…
Obituary for Margaret Adams Birden
Margaret Adams Birden, 74 of Oakley, California died December 30, 2019. Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Olive Branch Baptist Church, 110 Short Jackson St., West Monroe, LA. Visitation will be from 2:00 P.M.…
Betty Cooper, Johnson elected to head city schools
Betty Ward Cooper is the new President of the Monroe City School Board. Cooper was elected Tuesday night during the board’s regular board meeting. Brandon “B.J.” Johnson was elected vice-president. The election was not unanimous. White members of the board…
Legals: Monroe Housing Authority
Advertisement for Proposals – Architect Services The Monroe Housing Authority will accept proposals for Architectural Services until 2:00PM Thursday, January 30, 2020. Sealed proposals shall be submitted to Monroe Housing Authority, 300 Harrison Street, Monroe, LA 71201. Complete RFP documents…