West Monroe, Louisiana — Whether it is a pep rally at Neville, a lunch drop-off at Barkdull Faulk, a holiday visit to the Ouachita Council on Aging, or a quiet walk through the bleachers at a West Monroe football game,…
Category: Business
Facebook to open $5 billion data center in Holly Ridge
A few months ago, Governor Jeff Landry came to Monroe and announced that later this year, he would announce a major economic development coming to the area. He managed to keep it tight-lipped until this week, when the public service…
Duo finds business success exterminating roaches, termites, and rats
In the heart of Northeast Louisiana, two African-American entrepreneurs are making their mark in the pest control industry. Tron Belle and Derrick Dossom, co-owners of Dossom Extermination, have been successfully operating their business for 12 years, serving homes within a…
School’s live stream attracts thousands nationwide
Wossman High School’s sports broadcasts have taken on a professional sheen, rivaling the quality of NFL productions. Thousands watch Wossman games each week, building a national fanbase larger than its in-stadium attendance. The mastermind behind this transformation is Kita Kenyatta…
Boys learning business basics, start with $100
“The Black Tie Guys” are learning how to establish a business in real-time, with real money that they get to keep. The Black Tie Guys, a youth mentoring program of Tab-N-Action, Inc., is providing a unique and hands-on learning experience…
SEDD’s Million-Dollar tax plan nixed by Bond Commission
It’s back to the drawing board for the Southside Economic Development District after the State Bond Commission turned down its request to hike taxes in South Monroe pending a resolution of support from the Monroe City Council. This week Charles…
Casino Bill Introduced by Hunter, may hit bumps
Private meetings between Theus and owners of Diamond Jack Casino could wreck Monroe plans as Legislators fear possible snatch and grab motive behind secret meetings. Rep. Marcus Hunter introduced a bill Log in to read the remainder…