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McFarland on Fire Chief selection: “All I hear is crickets”

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Brown Bombers want more DBE participation in city contracts

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Rev. McCoy urges voters to support Eastside school tax

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Service Monday for Trevon Lewis, 20

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Services set Tuesday for Dewanna Jackson, 72

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Achievements
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Black Tie Guys assess next steps toward success

The Black Tie Guys took another important step in their journey of self-improvement and academic excellence during a personal evaluation session held at the Powell Recreation Center on Monday, April…

Achievements
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A future defined by dedication

Makenzie D. Williams has so far received a total of $1,021,490 in academic college scholarship offers and has been accepted into over 75 colleges. Makenzie Williams—a true embodiment of excellence,…

Crime

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Woman arrested three dead dogs found in her home

A Monroe woman was arrested Tuesday on multiple counts of animal cruelty following the discovery of three deceased German Shepherd puppies at…

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April 10, 2025

“Catfish” Coleman arrested for St. Mary Church fire

A 49-year-old Monroe man has been arrested in connection with a fire that damaged a historic Black church last month, authorities confirmed…

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Birthdays April 24th – April 30th

April 24-Henry Hill, Juealea Canfield, Dorothy Wheeler, Richard O. Miles, Percy Franklin,…

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Birthdays April 17th – 23rd

April 17-Shirley Lane, Shavalean T. Temple, Carrie Simon, Valaysia Smith, Carolyn White,…

Notable Weddings & Anniversaries

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October 24, 2024

Corey and Mindy tie the knot in ceremony

In a heartwarming ceremony filled with love and light humor, Corey Morgan and Mindy Jones were married on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at a resort center in Calhoun. The couple…

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January 19, 2024

Andrews-Jackson wed in gala ceremony and Civic Center reception

In a resplendent ceremony that fused love, faith, and civic leadership, Rev. Samuel Andrews and Louisiana State Senator Katrina Jackson tied the knot in an elegant, invitation-only wedding on Saturday,…

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October 27, 2022

Wedding bells rang for Brown and Louis

There’s a song by PJ Morton that says, “Yes we’ve got something special, let’s hold on and don’t let go, and I’ll never find a love, like you, this I…

Random Reflections

McFarland on Fire Chief selection: “All I hear is crickets”

Brown Bombers want more DBE participation in city contracts

Rev. McCoy urges voters to support Eastside school tax

Service Monday for Trevon Lewis, 20

Services set Tuesday for Dewanna Jackson, 72

OUR City——Our Community

Our Rich Black Heritage: Attorney Johnnie A. Jones

Keep garbage collection public, it’s our problem let’s fix it

Birthdays April 24th – April 30th

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Deaths

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Death Notices for the week of April 28th

Ms. Mattie Wilson, 93, transitioned from this life on April 22, 2025,…

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Death Notice for the week of April 21st

Ethel Marie Hughes, 61, of Monroe Factory Worker, died April 12, 2025.…

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Death Notices for the week of April 14th

Eric Lamont Washington, Sr., 57, of Horn Lake, MS, Warehouse Worker, died…

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Family gets early Xmas thanks to Cricket Wireless

Miracle Baby turns seven: Paris Sledge defies the odds

Mother thought she was going to a tea, but it was her surprise 90th birthday party

Wedding bells rang for Vic and Latasha Harris

Spiritual Insight

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Finding hope in God’s Word

By Lisa Wilmore Scripture: “But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive,…

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There is no free ride

By Rusty Potter Let me say it plainly: there is no free ride. Anything worth having—peace, success, growth, or healing—will…

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No Boss, No Problem

By Rusty Potter Have you ever watched an ant at work? It’s one of the smallest creatures on earth. It…

April 17, 2025 0

While it was still dark and early, Jesus rose!

By Lisa Wilmore Dear Hearts, As you read this powerful account from the Gospel of John, take a moment to…

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Inside Dr. Christy Valentine’s vision towards a healthier Louisiana

Monroe Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity host Founders Day Celebration

Grambling State alumnus establishes $25,000 endowment to benefit College of Business

Burnin’ On The Bayou!

Eight teams face off in Golden Pitch competition at Grambling State

ULM Pep Rally – Rescheduled

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Reflections on 2016 Flooding in Monroe

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Brown Bombers amend mayor’s budget, possible veto looms

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Celebrating Birthdays Today: --In Loving Memory of Louizia Howard, Tyeshia Smith, Karnisha Green, In Loving Memory of Stella Hayes, Kesheba Frazier, Virdell Christopher, Lorene Edwards, Avis Hanspard, Keziah Wilson, Benndraus Smith. (7)

Editorials

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OUR City——Our Community

By Marie Brown Freedom of speech is a fundamental right that allows…

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Our Rich Black Heritage: Attorney Johnnie A. Jones

By Garry Blanson Strangely, as I was researching U.S. Senator Russell Long,…

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Our City Our Community!

By Marie Brown Keep LA. Beautiful (KLB) and the office of the…

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