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The Choir Stand Pulpit

June 11, 2026June 18, 2026 Free PressReligion

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…

Robert Wright

Our City, Our Community

June 11, 2026June 10, 2026 Free PressOpinions

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…

Marie Brown

Celebrating the Life of Frank McGraw, Sr.

June 11, 2026June 10, 2026 Free PressBreaking News, Deaths

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…

Frank McGraw Sr.

Town of Richwood: May 21, 2026 Minutes

June 11, 2026June 10, 2026 Free PressLegals

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…

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Ouachita grad completes navy bootcamp

June 11, 2026June 10, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

Monroe native Jaslynn Cooper has successfully completed basic training at the U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Illinois, officially beginning her service as a United States Sailor. Cooper is the daughter of Caliqua Cooper of Monroe. A proud…

Jaslynn Cooper, U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command

Local prom send-off goes viral, captivating millions across social media

June 11, 2026June 11, 2026 Free PressBreaking News, Submissions

[Frisco, Texas] — What began as a memorable prom send-off for two high school seniors quickly transformed into a viral sensation, capturing the attention of millions across social media platforms and national news outlets. The lavish celebration honoring Derrick Robinson,…

Derrick Robinson, Kylah, prom, viral

Monroe City School Board: Legals

June 11, 2026June 10, 2026 Free PressLegals

PUBLIC NOTICENOTICE OF INTENT TO CALL ELECTIONNotice is hereby given in accordance with Section 19.1 of Title 42 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, that the Monroe City School Board of the City of Monroe, State of…

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Grambling State University and Thurgood Marshall College Fund inspire future leaders through 2026 SOAR HBCU Scholars Program

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Reflections on 2016 Flooding in Monroe

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This Week In Monroe History

Birthdays
-- Celebrating Birthdays Today: Gertrude Myles, E.L. Barnett, Jr., Ursula Saulsberry, Lillian Harris, Tyrone Harris, Sabrina Woods, Luvenia Revels, Lisa Brown, Clemenstine Nash, Javontae Jefferey Scoby, Jamontae Jerome Scoby, Malvern Lewis, Lonnie Hudson, Travante Tawon Pollard, Dexstavious James, Donnie Andrews, Jr., Renee Brown, Clyde Yearby. (9)
Local History
--- This week in 1974 District Attorney Johnny Parkerson told blacks to contact his office to provide background on cases before he prosecutes them. Read More. Read More (52)
--- This week in 1974 Rev. P. Rayfield Brown, III was the Men's Day Speaker at Greater New Hope. Read More (52)
--- This week the Capital Lions defeated the Carroll Bulldogs 42-8 in football. Clipping and Photo of team. (52)
--- This week in 2013 City School Board member Rodney McFarland accused Carroll Jr. High principal Tammye Turpin of double dipping because she assigned the extra duty of running the Title 1 program as well. (13)
On this day in 2013, Ambra Simone Brice was crowned Miss Grambling State University. (13)

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  • City schools licensing move is an unenforceable bad move
  • City’s Sickle Cell venue compromise was a win-win
  • The Alphas gave thanks, but the city should do more; much more

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Our Rich Black Heritage: “Held down by Louisiana Law!”

By Garry Blanson The White Louisiana Bourbon Democrats, the 1898 Louisiana State…

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Our Democracy needs committed people now more than ever

By Marie Brown The importance of strengthening the Ouachita Democratic Party Executive…

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Our Rich Black Heritage: The Forgotten Negro Organizers of “The First Official Monroe Chapter of The NAACP”

By Garry Blanson As Black citizens in Monroe, Louisiana, eagerly await the…

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