By Lisa Wilmore Scripture: “So David said to him, ‘Do not fear, for I will surely show you kindness for Jonathan your father’s sake, and will restore to you all the land of Saul your grandfather; and you shall eat…
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Visiting the sick requires care
There are many pastors who visit the sick in hospitals and at home. Visitations require a delicate blend of empathy, tact, and faith. If you choose to visit the sick, remember the rule: If you visit one, you must visit them all.…
School board silent on tax, still no plan
The deafening silence coming from the Monroe City School Board regarding November’s upcoming tax vote is, Nobody has a plan. Candidates have signs up to run for office in November, but even the candidates avoid talking about their plans to…
The Choir Stand Pulpit
A WEEKLY COLUMN ON MUSIC MINISTRY This Week — At Ludden Chapel Baptist Church · Sunday, June 7, 2026 Make It Live A sermon charges the congregation to do something. The closing song has to answer the charge — and…
Our City, Our Community
By Marie Brown Why is voting important? Typically, we vote to make a positive change on the local, state, and national levels. There are opportunities to support a candidate, legislation, or voting measures. Some say,” They don’t vote because politicians…
Celebrating the Life of Frank McGraw, Sr.
Funeral services for Frank McGraw, Sr., will be held Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Avenue Baptist Church, 500 South 11th Street, Monroe. Visitation will be held Friday, June 12, 2026, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at…
Town of Richwood: May 21, 2026 Minutes
Regular Meeting MinutesMay 21, 2026 7:00 P.M.Members In Attendance: Alderman Janice Fleming Alderman Deneitra Ross Alderman Wysinger ClevelandThe Town of Richwood met for a Regular Meeting held May 21, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. at the Richwood Multi-Purpose Center, 2710 Martin…