The website promoting the “Southside Dream” vision is no longer online after the Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) board voted 7-3 on Tuesday to discontinue its current website and hire a Texas firm, EVObrand, to build a new one. The…
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Meet and Greet set for Carroll High Principal finalists
Parents and alumni to meet candidates on June 25 Parents, alumni, and supporters of Carroll High School will have a chance to meet the three finalists for the school’s principal position during a community forum on Wednesday, June 25, at…
Three Messages, One Purpose: No Kings, stop violence, strategies needed
Three groups met at the same time in two locations Saturday to protest against Donald Trump, violence and strategies for non-violence responses. South Monroe was alive with the sound of footsteps and purpose Saturday as about 150 residents marched from…
Marshal Robert Cherry: “Love people, and they will love you back”
In an age where public officials often seek the spotlight, Robert Cherry has chosen a quieter path—one marked by presence, compassion, and unwavering service. Since becoming City Marshal in 2020, Cherry has demonstrated that true leadership isn’t about loud promises…
Shucking Corn is fun, but it wasn’t fun back in the day
For Joslyn Wright and her sister, Debra Carroll, a recent trip back to their family’s home wasn’t just about gathering vegetables—it was about gathering memories. What started as a visit to the family’s garden in Corey, La. turned into a…
Snaps of the City
Between June 12 and June 18, 2025, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
McFarland, others tell Little, public expects SEDD results
The Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) is under fire for its failure to deliver on the ambitious “Southside Dream,” a 25-year strategic plan meant to revitalize South Monroe. At a contentious SEDD board meeting held on June 9, 2025, in…