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Funeral services for radio personality “PPW” set for Saturday

July 11, 2024July 25, 2024 Free PressBreaking News, Deaths

The Monroe community and radio listeners across the region are mourning the loss of Foster “PPW” Wilhite Jr., a beloved radio personality known as “The Blues Nightmare.” Wilhite passed away on July 3, 2024, at the age of 75. Wilhite’s…

Foster "PPW" Wilhite Jr

Friends to say farewell to Dorothy Hutcherson Saturday

July 11, 2024July 18, 2024 Free PressBreaking News, Deaths

Dorothy Ann Hutcherson passed away on June 26, 2024, at the age of 76. She was a former employee at Lincoln Elementary School and was loved by all. Her funeral will be held this Saturday at 2 p.m. at the…

Dorothy Hutcherson

Jordan not returning to Delta Community College

July 11, 2024July 18, 2024 Free PressBreaking News, Community News, Education

Robert Jordan, a well-known automotive instructor in the area, has announced that he will not be returning to Louisiana Delta Community College for the upcoming academic year. The news comes after the college decided not to renew Jordan’s contract as…

Louisiana Delta Community College, Robert Jordan

Snaps of the City

July 11, 2024July 11, 2024 Free PressBreaking News, Snaps

Between July 3 and July 10, 2024, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.  

Snaps of the city, Social media

Kid’s Korner with Julius Brown

July 11, 2024July 11, 2024 Free PressKids Korner

By Julius Brown Riser Elementary School Yellow Tie Member of the Black Tie Guys Hey everybody! Julius Brown here with another exciting column just for you. This week, we’re diving into some cool topics that I think you’ll love. Let’s…

Julius Brown

Congratulations on your scholarship

July 11, 2024July 18, 2024 Free PressAchievements, Breaking News

“Rep. Pat Moore congratulates Cur’Dericka Rice, Richwood High School graduate and District 17’s recipient of the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus scholarship.”

Curdericka Rice, Rep. Pat Moore, Scholarship

Sampson named new principal of Wossman High School

July 9, 2024July 11, 2024 Free PressAchievements, Breaking News, Education

In a remarkable career progression, Mrs. Dena Sampson has been appointed as the new principal of “The” Wossman High School. Monroe City School System Superintendent Rev. Sam Moore, III, confirmed Sampson’s appointment Monday. Four years ago, Sampson was teaching kindergarten…

Dena Sampson, principal, Wossman High School

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