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Going Gold for A’mir: A Legacy that continues to Shine
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City says Paster’s charge dismissed; Paster not satisfied

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Going Gold for A’mir: A Legacy that continues to Shine

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Man arrested for 87 counts of sexual abuse of an animal and 411 counts of possession of child sex abuse materials

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Judge rejects Shelling challenge and rules K9 and Newman eligible for school board run

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Achievements
November 1, 2025

Local barber Ronnie Cail lands role in movie filming in Monroe

Monroe’s own Ronnie Cail, a well-known barber and familiar face in local theater circles, is stepping into his biggest on-screen role yet in an upcoming feature film titled I’ll Still…

Achievements
October 24, 2025

Ray James selected for Leadership Georgia Class of 2026

Atlanta, GA – The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees is proud to announce Ray James, from Monroe, LA, has been selected for the organization’s Class of 2026.Ray James, a 2007 graduate…

Crime

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Man arrested for 87 counts of sexual abuse of an animal and 411 counts of possession of child sex abuse materials

Johnny Williams, Jr., of Monroe, was booked into the Ouachita Parish Correctional Center on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, on 87 Counts of…

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Daughter bit and punched father several times in argument over a cell phone

A 17-year-old was booked into the Ouachita Correctional Center on Sunday afternoon following a physical altercation with her father over a cell…

Birthdays

Birthdays
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Birthdays September 3rd – September 9th

September 3-Ida Toneu, In Loving Memory of Ozelle Taylor, Tyrone Dickens, Patricia…

Birthdays
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Birthdays August 27th – September 2nd

August 27-Ronald Charles Hunt, Sr., Kim Edwards, Gloria Hunter, Angela Dixion, Sherman…

Notable Weddings & Anniversaries

Breaking News
October 24, 2024

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,…

Breaking News
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

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Birthdays September 3rd – September 9th

City says Paster’s charge dismissed; Paster not satisfied

Going Gold for A’mir: A Legacy that continues to Shine

Funeral services set for Shirley Davis-Williams

Our Rich Black Heritage: “The 1978 Landmark Federal Civil Rights Class Action Lawsuit Decision on the Ausberry Versus the City of Monroe Court Case

The Alphas gave thanks, but the city should do more; much more

Master the art of the short prayer!

Man arrested for 87 counts of sexual abuse of an animal and 411 counts of possession of child sex abuse materials

Birthdays August 27th – September 2nd

Deaths

September 3, 2026 0

Death Notices for the Week of August 31st

Sandra Faye Myles, 68, of West Monroe, Bus Manager, died August 27,…

Deaths
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Funeral services set for Shirley Davis-Williams

Services have been scheduled for Shirley Ann Davis-Williams, a longtime resident of…

Breaking News
August 27, 2026 0

Services planned for decorated war hero Lt. Col. Joe Yearby

Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Joe Sampson Yearby, a decorated veteran of…

Community News

Family gets early Xmas thanks to Cricket Wireless

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

Spiritual Insight

September 3, 2026 0

Made for more

By Rusty Potter Have you ever felt there must be more to life than what you are currently experiencing? More…

September 3, 2026 0

You are God’s workmanship made from scratch

By Lisa Wilmore Scripture to Ponder: “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works.” My Brothers…

August 27, 2026 0

You can’t chase two rabbits at the same time

By Rusty Potter There is an old proverb that says, " If you chase two rabbits, you will catch neither…

August 27, 2026 0

“Defeated with your own lips”

By Lisa Wilmore Dear Hearts,      I greet you in the only name that matters, Jesus the Christ, our Lord…

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Highlights

The Blueprint: Kingdom over Culture – Back-to-School Extravaganza

Cheniere Lake drawdown begins as part of comprehensive giant salvinia control strategy

Award-Winning Impact: EOZ receives Golden Heron recognition for 2025 Louisiana State Workshop

Women Unite in Fellowship

Grambling State University and Thurgood Marshall College Fund inspire future leaders through 2026 SOAR HBCU Scholars Program

Sparklight awards $3,000 Charitable Giving Fund Grant to the Domestic Abuse Resistance Team

From Our Past

Monroe UnderGround PodCast

Discussions of issues and concerns about the Monroe Community,

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Reflections on 2016 Flooding in Monroe

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This Week In Monroe History

Birthdays
Celebrating Birthdays Today: --Ida Toneu, In Loving Memory of Ozelle Taylor, Tyrone Dickens, Patricia Scott, Stella W. Blue, RoKisha Tarver, Courtney Boatwright, Grasha Rice, Tameka Danielle Madison, Kori Collie, Cassandra Collins, Terry Smith, Clayton Walker. (8)
Local History
--- This week in 1974 Ross Slacks sued a local car dealership for $18,000. Read More (52)
--- This week in 1974 V.R. Jackson was praised for work in church Sunda School. Read more. (52)
On this day in 2005, Zanetta Stewart and Cory Lamar were married at the First Assembly of God in West Monroe, LA. (21)

Editorials

  • The Alphas gave thanks, but the city should do more; much more
  • Judge Rambo exercised respect, wisdom in Shelling case
  • City school board candidates: Raise the standard

Letters & Opinions

Opinions
September 3, 2026 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: “The 1978 Landmark Federal Civil Rights Class Action Lawsuit Decision on the Ausberry Versus the City of Monroe Court Case

By Garry Blanson Concerning Voting Rights and Municipal Elections in Monroe, Louisiana"…

August 27, 2026 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: The “Human Body Count”

By Garry Blanson Of the number of Negroes and Colored people who…

August 20, 2026 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: Part two of the humble beginnings of the Carver-McDonald Branch Library

By Garry Blanson At the end of my last ORBH article, the…

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