Kudos to Dr. Sharilynn Loche who was recently named Ouachita Parish High School’s principal of the year. Dr. Locke has 43 years of service in public education. The award was presented in ceremonies last weekend.
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Snaps of the City
Between November 2, and November 7, 2022, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Our Rich Black Heritage: Beverly Lorraine Greene
By Garry Blanson What were the odds of a Black “Bi-racial” female who was raised on Chicago’s predominately Black Southside, known as the “Black Ghetto, becoming the first Negro female licensed Architect In America, in 1936? Well, Beverly Lorraine Greene…
Why Blacks voted against tricky amendment to end slavery
Tuesday, four states voted to make slavery illegal, but one state, Louisiana, voted to keep its slavery law intact. Even blacks in Louisiana voted against Amendment 7. What gives? Do Louisiana Blacks want slavery? Blacks in Louisiana voted against Amendment…
Saulsberry says Franklin Sheriff had been drinking in faceoff with coaches
Two members of the Monroe City School Board complained that Carroll High School coaches were not treated fairly when they were suspended and arrested last week, and one said the Franklin Parish Sheriff had been drinking. Board members Rick Saulsberry…
Heckard funeral held Sunday, local Car Town porter
Services were held Sunday for a well known man who worked as a porter at a local car dealership. Services for Kenneth Heckard, Jr. were held Sunday, October 30, 2022, at the Greater Free Gift Baptist Church. Heckard, 31, died…
Winder’s influence, making changes in Housing Northeast Louisiana
By: Richardra W. Robinson Richard Winder is making things happen for people in Northeast Louisiana. As the newest appointment to the Louisiana Housing Corporation, Winder has quickly influenced other board members to look at housing opportunities in Northeast Louisiana, especially…