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Category: Covid-19

News and information about the Coronavirus Pandemic of 2020

COVID is still lurking in Ouachita; 163 cases, two deaths this month

July 14, 2022July 14, 2022 Free PressBreaking News, Community News, Covid-19

Has the number of Coronavirus cases in our area declined? As churches, business, clubs and entertainment centers in our area reopen, many residents are ignoring the fact that the deadly disease still exists in Ouachita Parish. Many restaurants have replaced…

COVID, Ouachita Parish

Covid claims Shelisia Kelly, 34

September 30, 2021September 30, 2021 Free PressBreaking News, Covid-19

Local residents are mourning the death of well known Gospel Singer who died recently. Kelly, reportedly died at St. Francis Medical Center after suffering from complications associated with Covid 19. She was 34 years. She was a well known praise…

Shelisia Kelly

Community activists pushing “Mask-Up” message to save lives

July 29, 2021July 29, 2021 Free PressBreaking News, Covid-19

Local churches are being asked to host vaccine clinics to help fight the spread of the Covid-19 virus.    Community activists are running up against stone walls trying to get churches and others to help raise community awareness about the…

Alicia Calvin, Covid-19 virus, Marie Brown, vaccine clinics

Monroe man dies in Texas after taking COVID vaccine

May 27, 2021May 27, 2021 Free PressCovid-19, Deaths

Funeral services were held last week in Dallas for a prominent Monroe man who reportedly died from complications associated with a COVID 19 vaccine. Services were held for Dr. Louis Glover last week. According to family members, Dr. Glover took…

COVID vaccine, Dallas Texas, Dr. Louis Charles Glover, Monroe Louisiana

Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities

May 28, 2020May 28, 2020 Free PressCovid-19, Submissions

Protect Yourself and Others from COVID-19 Staying physically active is one of the best ways to keep your mind and body healthy. In many areas, people can visit parks, trails, and open spaces as a way to relieve stress, get…

COVID-19, Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities

Wright says churches should avoid premature re-openings

May 14, 2020May 25, 2020 Free PressBreaking News, Community News, Covid-19

Although Governor John Bel Edwards has announced the first steps of a gradual re-opening of the state, one of the city’s senior pastors encourages church leaders to use caution before resuming church services too quickly. Roosevelt Wright, Jr., pastor of…

church, Governor John Bel Edwards, Roosevelt Wright

Cleaning and disinfecting your home

May 14, 2020May 25, 2020 Free PressCovid-19, Submissions

Everyday steps and extra steps when someone is sick How to clean and disinfect Clean • Wear reusable or disposable gloves for routine cleaning and disinfection. • Clean surfaces using soap and water, then use disinfectant. • Cleaning with soap…

Cleaning and disinfecting your home

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Highlights

“Happy 85th, Ms. Lela Hunter, and many more!”

75-year-old Oak tree snaps in rain storm

Mayo makes another public appearance at ribbon cutting

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority holds Youth Auxiliary Induction

Mrs. Katherine Brown Hubbard elected as new president for Zeta Amicae

Mt. Canaan Baptist Church to host the First Harry Blake Social Justice Empowerment Conference

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Reflections on 2016 Flooding in Monroe

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This Week In Monroe History

Birthdays
Robert Welch, Carolyn Honeycutt, Lois Lyons, Tasha Harris, Nellie Lee, Herbert Walker III, Mary Allen, In Loving Memory of Velma H. Palmer, Tina Harris, Joyce Dotson, Blanche A. Brown, Symone Taylor, Misty Latrice Andrews, Micheal Wesley, Yolanda Anderson, Clareither Burton-Wooten, Bruce Howard, Kimanyel Ross (6)

Editorials

  • New city school board must find solution to black “brain drain” problem
  • The Monroe Chamber of Commerce owes Karl Dhaliwal an apology
  • Kema Dawson’s redistricting vote was a terrible decision

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Our Rich Black Heritage: Rebecca Lee Crumpler

By Garry Blanson During my recent research into Black History, I found…

January 12, 2023 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: Philip Anthony Payton, Jr.

It has been reported that back in 1920, Harlem, New York was…

December 21, 2022

Our Rich Black Heritage: Annie M.T. Malone

By Garry Blanson  Annie was born on August 9, 1869, on a…

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