By Lisa Wilmore Scripture: “But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.” (James 3:17-18 (NIV) My Dear Friends, Grace and peace be unto…
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There is no free ride
By Rusty Potter Let me say it plainly: there is no free ride. Anything worth having—peace, success, growth, or healing—will cost you something. I’ve learned this not from books but from experience. I’ve completed four marathons. Not because I’m the…
Death Notice for the week of April 21st
Ethel Marie Hughes, 61, of Monroe Factory Worker, died April 12, 2025. Service will be 1:00 PM Friday, April 25, 2025, at Christian Fellowship Assembly of God, Monroe, LA. No Visitation. Burial in Richwood Gardens, Monroe, LA, under the direction…
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…
Black Muslims speak out about increasing Southside Violence
In the wake of a recent tragedy on Bonner Drive, leaders of the Nation of Islam are stepping forward to encourage peace and non-violence among youth in South Monroe. On Monday, Monroe Police began investigating the death of a young…
Shifts in garbage pickups, costs, subjects of community meetings this week
In back-to-back meetings Tuesday at the Johnson Community Center in District 5 and Saul Adler Recreation Center in District 2, the City of Monroe launched the first of several planned community forums to discuss proposed changes to garbage and trash…
West Monroe honors 107 year old centenarian
On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, the City of West Monroe paused to honor a living treasure. Mrs. Hattie Mae Williams, a beloved resident, turned 107 years old this month, and in celebration of her remarkable life, Mayor Staci Albritton Mitchell…