West Monroe High School, once a bastion of segregation and Confederate symbolism, has taken a groundbreaking step forward by naming DeMichael Dizer as its first African-American head football coach. This appointment reflects a significant departure from the school’s historical identity…
One of Monroe’s most historic and beloved sanctuaries will once again open its doors, marking a triumphant chapter in the life of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church and its unwavering congregation. The grand reopening ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, January 19, 2025,…
One minute before Donald Trump becomes the 47th President Monday, United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown will step down as the federal prosecutor for the Western District. Brown has announced his resignation from the Department of Justice, effective January 20,…
The Monroe City School Board voted Tuesday not to sponsor Neville High School’s application to become a Type 3 charter school. The decision came during a special meeting where only four of the seven board members voted, resulting in a…
Lt. General Stacy Hawkins, a native of Bastrop, was the keynote speaker at the City of Monroe’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day program, held Wednesday at the Monroe Civic Center. Addressing a crowd gathered to honor Dr. King’s legacy,…
In a 6-1 vote Tuesday night, the Ouachita Parish School Board approved a resolution mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in every classroom across the parish. This directive aligns with guidance from Louisiana Attorney General Elizabeth Murrill under H.B.…
The Monroe City Council has voted against a proposed ordinance to increase water and sewerage rates, despite concerns about the city’s bond rating. Council members, particularly those representing the Southside, are determined to find alternative ways to cover rising costs…
