Have you ever heard of a mother graduating with her children TWICE? That’s the reality for Tyra Muhammad, who received her BA in 2020 just two days after her son. Now, she’s receiving her master’s in Developmental Education with her…
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Snaps of the City
Between December 8, and December 14, 2022, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Witness Project Pink Affair Ball
The Witness Project of NELA thanks the community for their support of celebrating Breast Cancer Survivorship. Our goal is to educate and bring awareness of Breast Cancer to help Save Lives in NELA. We look for your continuing support in…
Our Rich Black Heritage: James Edward Shepard
By Garry Blanson “So our people not only have to be re-educated to the importance of supporting Black businesses, but the Black man himself has to be made aware of the importance of going into business! And once you and…
“Coach Prime”, Broderick Fobbs deserve praise for “Giveback” spirit
Powerful things happen when those who have succeeded give back a portion of their knowledge and skill to help others. While there are thousands who “give back,” Deion Sanders and closer to home, Broderick Fobbs are perfect examples. Sanders, known…
Saturday service set for Bessie Ballard Bolden
Bessie Ballard Bolden born in Rayville, Louisiana, on August 18, 1934, made her transition from earth to heaven on the evening of December 9, 2022. She expired peacefully in her home surrounded by her children and other family members. “Mother,”…
Death Notices for the week of December 12th
Ira Cole Moore transitioned from this life on December 2, 2022, in Monroe, Louisiana. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Union Baptist Church, 4314 Highway 165 Byp, Monroe, Louisiana. Burial will immediately…