The dedication of parents and community members to improving educational outcomes at Neville High School is commendable. The Neville Charter Association’s stated goal of moving from “good to better” reflects an admirable commitment to excellence that has long been part…
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Snaps of the City
Between November 7 and November 13, 2024, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Birthdays November 14th – November 20th
November 14- M.C. Kyles, Takevia K. James, Pauline Williams, Ricky Newman, Saul White, Doris Broussard, T’zharria Owens, Debra Ratcliff, Destiny Watson-Hall, In Loving Memory of Catherine Polk, Lois Potts. November 15-Eleanor Smith, Derreck Dewayne Byrd, Leola Hall, Pauline Boldes, Ricky…
Monroe City School Board: October 1, 2024
Monroe City School Board of Education 2006 Tower Drive Monroe, Louisiana 71201 MINUTES The Monroe City School Board met in regular session, Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at Monroe City School District Central Office, 2006 Tower Drive, Monroe, Louisiana 71201. The…
Death Notices for the week of November 11th
Terry Tyrone Gray, 55, of Minnesota formerly of Monroe died October 16, 2024. Service will be at 11:00 AM Friday, November 15, 2024, at Greater Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Visitation is from 3:00 until 5:00 PM Thursday, November 14,…
Police Jury votes to ban sale of Kratom herb, Thompson opposes
In a recent development, the Ouachita Parish Police Jury has passed an ordinance banning the sale and distribution of Kratom, a controversial herbal supplement, in the unincorporated areas of Ouachita Parish, Louisiana. The ban is set to take effect on…
ULM Pep Rally – Rescheduled
The Downtown Pep Rally has been rescheduled due to the rain this evening. Come out Monday, November 25, 2024, at 5 PM to the Downtown Monroe River Market to Meet the Teams with the pep rally portion starting at 6 PM!