PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A SPECIAL CALLED MEETING HELD ON, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2023 AT 5:31 P.M. The Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana met in a…
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Ouachita Parish Police Jury: October 16, 2023 Minutes
PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON, MONDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2023 AT 5:36 P.M. The Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana met in a regular…
Harsh words and bad attitudes…
By Lisa Wilmore Dear Hearts, “Harsh words and bad attitudes must not be among the believers in Jesus Christ.” Have you encountered people who profess to be a Christian but always have bad attitudes and use language that makes your…
Death Notices for the week of November 6th
Ronald Stewart, 67, of Monroe, LA, died November 2, 2023. Service will be at 2:00 PM Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Freewill Apostolic Outreach Ministries, Monroe. Visitation will be from 3:00 until 5:00 PM at Smith Funeral Home. Burial will…
Board’s two-superintendent vote may be reversed
The Monroe City School Board’s decision to appoint two interim co-superintendents might be short-lived. A twist emerged when Board Member Brenda Shelling, one of the members who voted in favor, expressed her intention to change her vote at the next…
Teen suspects arrested in Carroll block party mass shooting
The aftermath of the tragic mass shooting on Renwick Street, which followed the Carroll High School Homecoming game, has resulted in the arrest of two teenagers believed to be involved. In a harrowing event that occurred during the block party…
Board allows Brent Vidrine to retire with full benefits despite investigation
In a move sparking controversy and public outcry, the Monroe City School Board, during a special meeting on October 30th, has allowed Dr. Brent Vidrine, under investigation for alleged financial misconduct and forged documents, to retire with full benefits. The…