In a ceremony attended by hundreds at the Monroe Civic Center Monday, Mayor Oliver Friday Ellis was sworn in for his second term as Mayor of Monroe. The event also saw the swearing-in of city council members Doug Harvey, Mrs.…
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Kid’s Korner with Julius Brown
By Julius Brown Riser Elementary School Yellow Tie Member of the Black Tie Guys Hello everyone, I hope you will enjoy this week’s article. This week, I will write about fun facts, such as sports, books, a BTG meeting, and…
Snaps of the City
Between June 26 and July 2, 2024, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Swearing-in of new leaders set for Monday at Civic Center
On Monday, July 1, 2024, Monroe City Government will witness the inauguration and swearing-in ceremony for Mayor Friday Ellis and the newly elected City Council at the W.L. “Jack” Howard Theatre. It promises to be an orderly changing of the…
Kid’s Korner with Julius Brown
By Julius Brown 6th Grade, Riser Elementary School Hey there, again! Julius Brown is here with your weekly scoop. I’ve got some cool stuff to share with you today, so let’s dive in! First up, let me introduce you to…
Snaps of the City
Between June 19 and June 26, 2024, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
NAACP banquet to heighten awareness of impact of crime
The upcoming Ouachita Parish NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet, set for July 20, 2024, at the Monroe Civic Center, is expected to shine a spotlight on the critical issue of crime in the community. With the theme “Courage to Stand Up…