During this year’s Black History celebration, Turning Point Ministries welcomed Marshal Robert Cherry of the Monroe City Marshal’s Office as the 2026 Black History speaker. His message was heartfelt, powerful, and timely – especially for the young people in attendance.…
Sunrise: December 12, 1951—Sunset: February 5, 2026 Melvin Phenix (74) of Monroe, Louisiana, passed away suddenly at his home on February 5, 2026. He is survived by his daughter, Mechelle (MeMe) Hinton-Phenix; three granddaughters, Daja’Nea Brown, Kennea Brown, and Kah’Shy’Rah…
Monroe City Schools Honors Mrs. Miya Hunter as District Elementary Teacher of the Year Monroe City Schools proudly celebrates Mrs. Miya Hunter as the 2025–2026 District Elementary Teacher of the Year. A Monroe native and graduate of Richwood High School,…
By Garry Blanson Every week, “It’s astonishing how history has a way of repeating itself in Ouachita Parish!” Yes, it seems like every other week there’s another example of how a similar event that happened “over 60 years ago” in…
By Rusty Potter There’s an old saying that still holds a powerful truth for students today: “A short pencil is better than a sharp mind.” At first, it sounds strange. Isn’t having a sharp mind the goal? Of course it…
By Lisa Wilmore Dear Hearts, Do you truly love the ones whom you worship with on Sunday morning? What is your heart’s posture toward God’s people when you see them? Is there something on the inside of you that burns…
Regular Meeting MinutesFebruary 19, 20267:00 P.M.Members In Attendance:Alderman Simeon Profit,Alderman Janice FlemingAlderman Deneitra RossAlderman Donald RichardAlderman Wysinger ClevelandThe Town of Richwood met for a Regular Meeting held January 15, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. at the Richwood Multi-Purpose Center, 2710 Martin…
