Over 400 people clapped, laughed, cried, and shouted Saturday night when the stage play “Why do I go to church?” The play was written and directed by Donterrio Anderson and performed on the stage of the Tabatorium. Many of the…
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One youth killed, two wounded does anybody care?
An Analysis: Gun violence in our community is a growing problem that city leaders seem unable to address. Now three more victims of gun violence in our community have been added to the list. The city’s police chief…
Swanson employee complains of assault, threats – three times
NAACP officials are investigating yet another complaint by a female attendant at Swanson’s Correctional center after a woman complained of being threatened and assaulted by youthful inmates in the same unit on three different occasions. Ambrose Douzart, President of the…
Miller-Roy Building renovation dedicated
Tuesday, a dedication was held for the renovation of the historic Miller-Roy Building. The building, which was once the centerpiece of the African-American business community, was opened in August of 1929 by two local doctors: Dr. J. T. Miller and…
Monroe man dies in Texas after taking COVID vaccine
Funeral services were held last week in Dallas for a prominent Monroe man who reportedly died from complications associated with a COVID 19 vaccine. Services were held for Dr. Louis Glover last week. According to family members, Dr. Glover took…
Wossman Valedictorian: “Immigrants are people, too”
Andrea Meraz Herndandez, the Valedictorian of Wossman High School, told her class in her valedictorian’s speech, that after four years at Wossman she has been helped by students and faculty that have motivated her to achieve excellence. Herndandez maintained a……
Local school supports Louisiana Baptist children’s home
Monroe, LA – Representatives from the Barkdull Faulk Elementary Jr. Beta Club delivered a special donation to the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home. The donations culminated a week-long celebration of “Happy Week,” which was celebrated April 12-16, 2021. The occasion was…