By Roosevelt Wright, Jr. It was an uphill battle in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, where the right to vote for Black citizens was not simply denied—it was actively crushed under the weight of Jim Crow laws, violence, and political maneuvering. Yet,…
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Wossman names former NFL, LSU and Neville star Diarse as football coach
Monroe native and former LSU wide receiver John Diarse has been named head football coach at Wossman High School, replacing Terence Cahee who departed for McNeese State University. Diarse, 30, brings an impressive football pedigree to the Wildcats program. As…
Services for Monroe native Jennifer Elliott, 79
Houston– Jennifer C. Elliott, 79, Houston, Texas, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 19, 2025. She was born on February 26, 1945, to Robert L. Crane and Ethel Cole. Jennifer Elliott was a loving wife, daughter, and devoted mother…
Saturday Services set for Agnes W. Butler, 94
Family, friends, and members of the community will gather this weekend to celebrate the life and legacy of Agnes Butler, a beloved wife and lifelong servant to others. Her funeral will take place on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 2:30…
Snaps of the City
Between January 30 and February 5, 2025, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Services held for “LA” Williams, 77
The homegoing service for Larry “LA” Williams, 77, of Monroe, was held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. A visitation took place from 1:00 to 3:00 PM on Friday, January…
Racquets and Jackets: A Heartwarming Success
On Saturday, January 25th, the ULM Alumni Center was abuzz with the spirit of giving as the local community came together for our first annual charity coat and tennis racquet drive, Racquets and Jackets. Organized by Serve and Return of…