News about local community activities
In a surprising revelation, some city marshals across Louisiana will continue to enjoy substantial paychecks in 2025, with several earning more than the governor, legislators, other state officials, judges, and even the mayors of the cities they serve. The Monroe…
The Monroe and Richwood communities recently gathered to celebrate the lives of several cherished residents who passed away during the holiday season, each leaving behind meaningful legacies of service and dedication. Lavern Hester Lavern Robert “Knockout” Hester, 87, a pillar…
Between January 2 and January 8, 2025, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Between December 12 and December 18, 2024, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Congratulations to Dr. D’Antre L. Jackson as one of Monroe’s Newest Licensed Funeral Directors for the State of Louisiana! Dr. Jackson got his start in the funeral industry in the late 1990s under the leaderships of Mr. Simon & Mrs.…
The City of Monroe’s 1% Capital Infrastructure Sales Tax renewal passed with 59% approval on December 7, but the election results revealed deep racial divisions within the community over infrastructure spending priorities. The tax, expected to generate $18.8 million annually,…
Monroe City Council has appointed L. Marie Brown as its new community relations assistant, fulfilling a campaign promise to improve responsiveness to citizen concerns. Brown, who will serve all five council members, operates from the Powell Street Neighborhood Center. In…
