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Trooper accused in Ronald Greene walks, Black DA cuts him a deal

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Black Tie Guys have varying views Presidential choices

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Swanson whistle blower claims firing related to reporting misconduct

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Marie Brown pondering offer of city employment, “It depends”

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Duo finds business success exterminating roaches, termites, and rats

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Around the Town

Achievements
October 17, 2024 0

Alexander crowned Miss Wossman

Last week Rayvon Alexander was crowned Miss Wossman 2024-2025. She is the daughter of Monroe City School Board member Brandon Johnson and Christina Wilson Johnson.

Achievements
September 19, 2024

Second grader receives Key to City

Mayor Friday Ellis paid a surprise visit to JS Clark Elementary School. The Mayor and his staff surprised a 2nd Grade Student in Mrs Generoso’s Class with the Key To…

Crime

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October 3, 2024

Shootout suspect brags on Facebook Live, arrested

A suspect in a violent shootout on Lincoln Road has been jailed after he posted a video on Facebook bragging about his…

Breaking News
September 26, 2024

Two with firearms arrested during homecoming block party

Two men were arrested on firearm charges during Carroll High School's Homecoming parade and block party on Thursday, September 19, 2024, according…

Birthdays

Birthdays
October 31, 2024 0

Birthdays October 31st – November 6th

October 31-Taurus Johnson, Sylvia Davis, Thelma Keaton, Betty J. Reed, Diane Lattimore,…

Birthdays
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Birthdays October 24th – October 30th

October 24-In Loving Memory of Uganda Kyles, John Modique, Therasa Talton, Orcladece…

Notable Weddings & Anniversaries

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October 24, 2024 0

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,…

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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

Trooper accused in Ronald Greene walks, Black DA cuts him a deal

Black Tie Guys have varying views Presidential choices

Swanson whistle blower claims firing related to reporting misconduct

Marie Brown pondering offer of city employment, “It depends”

Duo finds business success exterminating roaches, termites, and rats

Funeral set for local caregiver Knia Williams, 49

Our Rich Black Heritage: “Black Americans have made major strides in spite of oppression and injustice. This Bi-Centennial Booklet is a tribute to Black and White Americans” – Bernie Dayton Robinson

Black DA should have at least tried to get Justice for Ronald Greene

Snaps of the City

Birthdays October 31st – November 6th

Deaths

Breaking News
October 31, 2024 0

Former KNOE-TV 8 employee passed away recently

Charles Alvin Turner, KNOE TV’s first Black Technical Newscast Director, passed away…

October 31, 2024 0

Death Notices for the week of October 28th

Alfred Smith, 58, transitioned from this life on October 15, 2024 in…

October 24, 2024 0

Death Notices for the week of October 21st

Jewel Rufus, 67, transitioned from this life on Sunday, October 13, 2024,…

Community News

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

Examples of 21st century Black fatherhood in action

Spiritual Insight

October 31, 2024 0

Stay in your own lane

By Rusty Potter Picture yourself at the start of a race. Each lane is distinct, just as each runner is…

October 31, 2024 0

We must trust God with our lives

By Lisa Wilmore Dear Hearts, I greet you in the only name that matters-that name is Jesus, the anointed One-our…

October 24, 2024 0

“Honesty is the best policy”

By Lisa Wilmore Dear Hearts, One of my pet peeves is that people are honest with me. It bothers me…

October 24, 2024 0

Today is a new day – make it count

By Rusty Potter In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to get caught up in our…

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Highlights

Business launch for Watha’s Wonderful World, LLC

“I Have a Dream” song celebrates Black History Month

“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

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

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRWRnrTcqkQ&list=PLGvaenllE5c-Mm2yvnx_IF2NgkMRARCD1&index=4&t=2s

Community News

Snaps of the City

Snaps of the City

15 apply for vacant City Fire Chief post after Williams retirement

In first 100 days “Brown Bombers” make waves, policy changes

This Week In Monroe History

Editorials

  • Black DA should have at least tried to get Justice for Ronald Greene
  • Vote “No” on the constitutional amendment November 5th
  • No more automatic water rate increases, promise made and kept

Letters & Opinions

Opinions
October 31, 2024 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: “Black Americans have made major strides in spite of oppression and injustice. This Bi-Centennial Booklet is a tribute to Black and White Americans” – Bernie Dayton Robinson

By Garry Blanson "THE BLACK BI-CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE" Before he died, "Mr. B.D.…

October 24, 2024 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: Forgotten Louisiana “HBCU” Schools – Gilbert Academy, New Orleans University, and Straight University

By Garry Blanson Today, it seems that while many Black People in…

October 17, 2024 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: Mary Frances Robinson Goins

By Garry Blanson Well, this week's Black Pioneer hails from a family…

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