Voters in East Ouachita Parish will head to the polls next Saturday, May 3, 2025, to decide the future of local school facilities in a bond election that could result in a brand-new elementary school for the Richwood area. The…
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Service Monday for Trevon Lewis, 20
Services for Trevon Vashon Lewis, who passed away on April 13, 2025, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 28, 2025, at Parkview Church of Christ, located at 1706 Parkview Drive. A public visitation will take place on…
Services set Tuesday for Dewanna Jackson, 72
Funeral services for a mother of three adult children will be held Tuesday in Monroe. Services for Dewanna P. Jackson, 72, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, located at…
Snaps of the City
Between April 17 and April 23, 2025, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Easter egg hunt at the Monroe Zoo a hopping success — Get ready for Eggstravaganza 2025!
Monroe, LA — Families from across Northeast Louisiana gathered for a day of springtime fun at the Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo for the annual Easter Egg Hunt, proudly presented by Creed & Creed Injury Attorneys. With thousands of colorful…
The 86th Miss Jackson State University
Congratulations to Lauren Maryann Ballard on being elected the 86th Miss Jackson State University, for the 2025-2026 academic year. Currently serving as the Student Government Association Executive Secretary for the 2024-2025 academic year, Lauren has previously held the title of…
Services pending for Dr. Billye Burns, pioneer educator, politician
Services for Billye Goree Burns, a revered educator, public servant, mentor, and trailblazer, will be held over two days in West Monroe and Simsboro. Burns passed away on April 9, 2025. A public viewing will take place on Friday, April…