Candidates for the Ouachita Parish Police Jury and Sheriff’s Office made their appeals to African-American voters during a live forum held on Tuesday night at the Monroe Civic Center. The forum, which was broadcast live on the Monroe Free Press…
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Candidates to appeal for Black vote in N.A.A.C.P. live forum next week
Next week, Candidates in several upcoming races, will get a chance to address the Black community and appeal for its support in the October 14th election. With the exception of one, all candidates for sheriff and Police Jury District D…
Dawson’s “Divine Nine” cultural district on Council Agenda
A Cultural District may be coming to the City of Monroe; it’s the Divine Nine Cultural District. The creation of the district is being proposed by councilwoman Kema Dawson Robinson to promote the revitalization of communities and hubs…
Ellis names Michelli Martin as communication’s director
Michelli Martin is the new director of communications for the City of Monroe. Martin’s appointment was announced Tuesday by Mayor Oliver Ellis. She is the first black appointment in his four-month-old administration. Martin will replace former communications director Rod Washington…
City Fire trucks won’t come during virus, unless there’s a fire
The Monroe fire department is the only local fire department that will not answer medical emergency calls during the COVID-19 crises. In light of the growing number of Coronavirus cases in the area, Monroe Police Chief Terry Williams, told the…
Third council vacancy created with Wilson announcement
Monroe City Councilman Kenneth Wilson announced Saturday that he will not seek re-election to the District 4 council seat. After eight years, Wilson says he will return to promoting his community service organization which provides help and assistance to the…
Advertisement for bids – Monroe Housing Authority
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Monroe Housing Authority will receive sealed bids in triplicate for the following project: 18CFP602.02 Johnson Interior Renovations Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM Monday, November 5, 2018, at the office of the Monroe Housing Authority in…