Monroe, LA — June 25, 2026 — HAMPCO, Inc. awarded its annual $1,500.00 Scholarships today during a presentation ceremony held at the HAMPCO Office, where Board members and staff gathered to honor this year’s outstanding recipients. The awards recognize graduating…
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Music Ministry is not a Gig
There is a profound difference between being a minstrel for hire and a minister of music. In an era where talent is easily commodified, it is vital for church musicians to remember a foundational truth: music ministry is not a…
Death Notices for the week of June 29th
Mr. Kenneth D. Holmes, 65, transitioned from this life on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in Monroe, LA. Visitation will be held from 4 pm to 6 pm on Friday, July 3, 2026, in the chapel of Hester Central State Funeral…
Birthdays June 25th – July 1st
June 25-Dorothy Bradley, Calandria Marshall, Telitha Rivers, Linda Young, De’Quincey Jones, DaMeitrea Adams, Robert Brown, MK Howard, Paul Adams. June 26-Thomia Alexander, Shareese Turner, Deterrias Hutchinson, Willie Cook, Ruben Turner, Alvin Marshall, Bobby Sumler, Geraldine Reed, Daniel M. Reed, Allen…
Juneteenth celebration in Monroe continued despite threats of bad weather
Severe weather conditions forced organizers to cancel the annual Juneteenth “Unity” Parade on Saturday morning, but the rain failed to dampen the community spirit. While the parade was called off, the planned Juneteenth Umoja Community Picnic pivoted seamlessly to keep…
Funeral service set for Perry Martin
Community members and loved ones are preparing to gather this coming weekend to pay their final respects to Perry Martin, whose passing has brought a reflective pause to the local community. Arrangements have been finalized by McFarland Funeral Companies of…
Wossman grad completes Navy Officer Bootcamp
Monroe native Ta’Mahjaye Burrell has successfully completed basic training at the U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Illinois, officially beginning his service as a United States Sailor. Burrell is the son of Roderick and Omeka (Nash) Burrell of…