This week a group of young men from Monroe, known as the Black Tie Guys, have set out on an educational journey to explore Black History beyond what is taught in school. This week-long trip aims to provide these youth…
Category: Education
Jordan not returning to Delta Community College
Robert Jordan, a well-known automotive instructor in the area, has announced that he will not be returning to Louisiana Delta Community College for the upcoming academic year. The news comes after the college decided not to renew Jordan’s contract as…
Sampson named new principal of Wossman High School
In a remarkable career progression, Mrs. Dena Sampson has been appointed as the new principal of “The” Wossman High School. Monroe City School System Superintendent Rev. Sam Moore, III, confirmed Sampson’s appointment Monday. Four years ago, Sampson was teaching kindergarten…
Dr. Watson promoted to Operations Chief of City Schools
The Monroe City School System has promoted Dr. Harrington Watson, III to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer (COO). This appointment, confirmed by Superintendent Rev. Sam Moore, III, marks a new chapter in the district’s leadership. Dr. Watson…
Frederick Douglass: What to the slave is the Fourth of July?
The words of abolitionist Frederick Douglass’ famed 1852 address, “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?” rung out through Worcester Common on Thursday afternoon, read by dozens of different people. Each person read about a paragraph of the…
Black Tie Guys learn neck tying skills, and more
A local youth mentoring program is equipping young men with the skills they need to succeed in the professional world. The “Black Tie Guys” program, sponsored by Tab-N-Action, Inc., is teaching boys aged 9-18 everything from how to tie a…
Wossman Val: Don’t fear the unknown, step into the future
Go forward without fear of the unknown, was the Valedictorian’s message to the Wossman High School class of 2024. The Wossman graduation was held on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at the Monroe Civic Center arena to celebrate their commencement. The…