The Monroe community mourns the death of legendary educator Bobbie Ford Slack, who died recently. A dedicated educator and cherished member of the First Missionary Baptist Church, Mrs. Slack passed away at the age of 80. A funeral service celebrating…
Services for Robert Earl Bass, Sr., were scheduled for Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church Mr. Bass died on May 12, 2024. He was 66 years old. Robert Earl Bass, Sr., born December…
Services for Shun O’Neal Reese, Jr., will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at 11:00 AM at King Solomon Baptist Church, located at 346 Huenefeld Road, Monroe, LA 71203. Visitation will take place on Friday, May 24, 2024, from…
Between May 15 and May 22, 2024, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Julius Brown 6th Grade, Rise Elementary School Black Tie Guys- Yellow Tie Recipient Hi everyone! This week, we have some exciting stories to share with you. Let’s dive in! First up, we have De’Carrion Smith, a fantastic 9th grader at…
By Garry Blanson During the month of May, it’s common for schools in America to hold graduations. Every May, thousands and thousands of black students graduate from elementary schools, high schools, and colleges. So, with all of the graduating going…
The recent elections in Monroe have ushered in a new era of political representation, with the addition of Bishop Rodney McFarland and Minister Verbon Muhammad to the city council. These two new councilmembers, along with incumbent Juanita Woods, form a…
