Funeral services for a pioneer educator and businesswoman in the Monroe Community will be held Monday at the New Tabernacle Baptist Church. Services for Fannie Smith Reed, 94, will be held Monday at 1 p.m. at the New Tabernacle Baptist…
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Snaps of the City
Between February 3 and February 7, 2024, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Roderick’s Roundup: Basketball and Mardis Gras top activity list
By Roderick Hollins 6th Grade, Minnie Ruffin Elementary Hello, guys; this is Roderick. This week, I will touch on the Minnie Ruffin basketball team, Mardi Gras, student profile, and Black History Month. Minnie Ruffin Basketball Team The Minnie Ruffin Baby…
Saturday services planned for Shenterika Little, 30
Services for Shenterika Tra’sha Little will take place on Saturday, February 10th at 11 a.m. at China Grove Baptist Church. A visitation is scheduled for Friday, February 9th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at McFarland Funeral Home. Shenterika, affectionately…
Services for Herman Amphy, 72, held February 3rd
Services for Herman Amphy were held on Saturday, February 3, at McFarland Funeral Chapel, marking the passing of a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Mr. Amphy, who left us at the age of 72 on January 25, 2024, was…
Our Rich Black Heritage: Fannie Jackson Coppin
By Garry Blanson Today, when people hear someone talk about the Old Negro Leagues, they usually assume that the person is talking about the Old Negro Baseball League. However, in this week’s article, when I mention the Old Negro Leagues,…
Marshall was only elected official willing to defend his record at NAACP forum
District 4 City Council Member Carday Marshall distinguished himself last week by engaging directly with the concerns of his constituents in the NAACP forum. His presence was noteworthy, especially as he was the only candidate for re-election in next month’s…