Community members and loved ones are preparing to gather this coming weekend to pay their final respects to Perry Martin, whose passing has brought a reflective pause to the local community. Arrangements have been finalized by McFarland Funeral Companies of…
Monroe native Ta’Mahjaye Burrell has successfully completed basic training at the U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Illinois, officially beginning his service as a United States Sailor. Burrell is the son of Roderick and Omeka (Nash) Burrell of…
Joyce Renae Sims, a dedicated local educator, passed away on June 12, 2026, at the age of 58. A celebration of her life and service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at St. Paul Missionary…
Between June 18 and June 24, 2026, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Grambling, La. – Grambling State University’s Moorehead College of Business & Entrepreneurship received national recognition from the HBCU Business Deans Roundtable on June 5, 2026, earning the Award for Excellence in HBCU Business Entrepreneurship and Innovation during the Roundtable’s annual…
New Light Baptist Church proudly recognized Chris “Big Man” Lewis with the Servant’s Heart Award in appreciation of his unwavering commitment to serving others and making a positive impact throughout the community. Known for his compassion, generosity, and willingness to…
The family of Mr. Harold P. Gibson, Jr. announces that a Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 200 S. 22nd & Wood Streets, Monroe, Louisiana 71203. Reverend Eddie…
