The incinerator at the old city dump sat idle this week. After waves of protest from the Black community, councilwoman Juanita Woods announced last week that as of 5 p.m. October 30, 2020, the dump is officially closed again. The…
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Ellis administration ignoring blacks in first 100 days
In the first 100 days, the Oliver Ellis administration has laid out the sketches of a tenure that is drastically different from the Mayo Administration. We didn’t get much under Mayor, and we are getting less under Ellis. Economic development…
The management of Parkview Apartments at core of violence problem
Concern about the violence associated with the Parkview Apartments has focused on the residents, and under the breath mumblings that there is somehow, something wrong with the tenants themselves. We disagree. The violence that emanates from the area is partly…
Vidrine, city school leaders sweeping virus cases under the rug
Unlike many private schools, and most parish schools, the Monroe City School District is depending on the “honor system” to fight the Coronavirus Pandemic; that’s not a great idea. Our community is extremely concerned about the lackadaisical approach the board…
Vote “NO” on amendments, 197 amendments is already too many
Among the many items on the November 3rd Ballot are seven proposed constitutional amendments and one gambling proposition. We have reviewed all eight items and make the following recommendations. The goals of each amendment can be achieved without being included…
City ignores complaints, dumps on Southside anyway; not good!
The Ellis Administration is continuing to use the old dumpsite to burn debris collected from Hurricane Laura, even though the public, press, and two of city’s three black councilmembers have voiced concerns about opening the site for any dumping use.…
Like thousands in the 4th District, we too, endorse Steve Tew for DA
In November, voters in the 4th District (Ouachita & Morehouse Parish) will go to the poll to elect a District Attorney. We encourage all of the residents of the District to consider the incumbent Steve Tew. Our community has been…