Between May 15, and May 17, 2023, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
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What if military training was next for “idle” graduates with no plans?
Over 27,000 young people will graduate from high school as members of the class of 2023. The State Department says about 18,900 of the graduates are expected to enroll in college. What about the other 8,100? Some of those 8,100…
Our Rich Black Heritage: Edward D. Brown
By Garry Blanson Recently, the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby was held (the winner’s purse for the 2023 Kentucky Derby was “3 million dollars,” the highest purse in Triple Crown racing history). While many Black People have heard about…
Services set for Wednesday for Barbara McKeever, 69
Barbara McKeever, 69, transitioned from this life on May 10, 2023 in West Monroe, Louisiana. Graveside services will be held at 3pm on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at Mount Zion Church Cemetery, 644 Mount Zion Road, Columbia, LA. No visitation…
Body found in Ouachita River May Be that of Missing Man
By Damin Coleman The body of a man found in the Ouachita River on Wednesday is believed to be that of Edward Williams, a man who had been reported missing recently. Williams automobile was reportedly found abandoned near the Ouachita…
Dr. “DJ” Davis is new Riser principal
Dr. Dejaneiro Davis has been named the new principal of Riser Middle School in West Monroe, Louisiana. He has been with the Ouachita Parish School System for over 12 years, and he has served in a variety of roles, including…
Business Collaboration event promotes Southside Business growth
On Friday, May 5th, 2023, the Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) and the Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce hosted the SEDD Collaboration event at the African-American Museum. The purpose of the event was to promote business cooperation between businesses in…