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Ghost of Burg Jones whispers “Land is power”

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Black History parade began in 1979 by Mary Bryant and Emily P. Robinson

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New rules SNAP begin next month; candy, soft drinks out; Section 8 changes, too

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Around the Town

Achievements
November 1, 2025

Local barber Ronnie Cail lands role in movie filming in Monroe

Monroe’s own Ronnie Cail, a well-known barber and familiar face in local theater circles, is stepping into his biggest on-screen role yet in an upcoming feature film titled I’ll Still…

Achievements
October 24, 2025

Ray James selected for Leadership Georgia Class of 2026

Atlanta, GA – The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees is proud to announce Ray James, from Monroe, LA, has been selected for the organization’s Class of 2026.Ray James, a 2007 graduate…

Crime

Breaking News
December 11, 2025

Supreme removes Judge Foxworth for repeated dishonesty, fake military claims.

The Louisiana Supreme Court has ordered the immediate removal of Judge Tiffany Foxworth-Roberts from the 19th Judicial District Court, citing repeated acts…

Breaking News
November 20, 2025

Mom caught her teen smoking pot, arrested by cop for what happened next

A Monroe mother’s arrest during the early morning hours of November 20 is prompting new discussion about a question many Louisiana parents…

Birthdays

Birthdays
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Birthdays February 12th – February 18th

February 12--Dedrick Bridges, S.W. Edwards, In Loving Memory of Aileen January, Debbie…

Birthdays
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Birthdays February 5th – February 11th

February 5--Lashunda Dunn, Lester Henderson, Willie Morehead, Lquetta Brown, Joy Logan, Andria…

Notable Weddings & Anniversaries

Breaking News
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…

Breaking News
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,…

Breaking News
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

Ghost of Burg Jones whispers “Land is power”

Black History parade began in 1979 by Mary Bryant and Emily P. Robinson

Birthdays February 12th – February 18th

Snaps of the City

Celebration of Life Service for Patricia Manuel Robinson

Our Rich Black Heritage: The forgotten 1969 takeover of the Negro organization

Our City, Our Community

Fee increase vote was historic; it had no opposition

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Birthdays February 5th – February 11th

Deaths

Deaths
February 12, 2026 0

Celebration of Life Service for Patricia Manuel Robinson

A Celebration of Life Service for Patricia Manuel Robinson will be held…

February 12, 2026 0

Death Notices for the week of February 9th

Letha M. Davis, 77, of Lake Providence, Supervisor of Housekeeping, died January…

February 5, 2026 0

Death Notices for the week of February 2nd

John E. “John Boy” Cole, Jr., 51, transitioned from this life on…

Community News

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

February 12, 2026 0

Keep showing up

By Rusty Potter Be consistent. I am not the rabbit. I am the turtle. I show up every day. This…

February 12, 2026 0

Our ‘light’ is not meant to be hidden

By Lisa Wilmore Greetings, Dear Hearts! Several years ago, during my time as a school and district leader, I often,…

February 5, 2026 0

“You can give it to charity”

By Lisa Wilmore Blessings, Dear Hearts! I pray God’s continued blessings over you during these winter months of sleet, snow,…

January 29, 2026 0

Another Chance to Get it Right

By Rusty Potter 2026 is speaking to us. It doesn't shout. It doesn't make demands. It simply arrives, opens the…

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Bankruptcy

Highlights

Celebration of Life Service for Patricia Manuel Robinson

United Way of Northeast Louisiana launches Family Relief Effort to support working families facing hardship

The Lighthouse Church lights up the season with funding to local organizations

GSU Vice President Penya M. Moses selected as Judge for Region 7 National Moot Court Competition

In Loving Memory of Johnell Reginald Moorhead – “Reggie”

Attorney Elizabeth G. Pierre receives honorary doctorate at Grambling State Fall 2025 Commencement

From Our Past

Monroe UnderGround PodCast

Discussions of issues and concerns about the Monroe Community,

Underground Podcast

Snapshots

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Reflections on 2016 Flooding in Monroe

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Community News

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This Week In Monroe History

Birthdays
Celebrating Birthdays Today: --Willie Thomas Cobbs, Belinda Langford, Sara Hill, Journey Williams, Destynd D. O. Loring, De’onterrius Handy, In Loving Memory of Susie L. Brown, Chancey Jones-Dixon, In Memory of B.D. Robinson, Karylon Green, Teriece Cyrus, Lee E. Loche, Lakita Harris, Rubby Griffin, Monica Christopher-Ruffins, Julius J. Hamilton, Marvita James-Johnson, Eddie Turner, Jamion Harris. (8)

Editorials

  • Fee increase vote was historic; it had no opposition
  • Thanks due to hundreds who pitched in to help during ice storm
  • Council should fine tune new fees before passage

Letters & Opinions

Opinions
February 12, 2026 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: The forgotten 1969 takeover of the Negro organization

By Garry Blanson Known as "The Ouachita Parish Multi-Purpose Community Action Program"…

Opinions
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Our City, Our Community

By Marie Brown Saturday, February 14th is Valentine's Day and since it…

February 5, 2026 0

Our City, Our Community

Northeast LA. experienced one of the worst ice storms in modern history…

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