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Local prom send-off goes viral, captivating millions across social media

June 11, 2026June 11, 2026 Free PressBreaking News, Submissions

[Frisco, Texas] — What began as a memorable prom send-off for two high school seniors quickly transformed into a viral sensation, capturing the attention of millions across social media platforms and national news outlets. The lavish celebration honoring Derrick Robinson,…

Derrick Robinson, Kylah, prom, viral

Separate funeral dates for drowning victims announced

June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

Separate funeral services will be held for two youths who were victims in a May 31 accidental drowning in West Monroe. Funeral services will be held this week for 9-year-old Ja’Candis Nicole Owens and 10-year-old Ja’Oni Williams, both students at…

drowning victims, funeral, Ja’Candis Nicole Owens, Ja’Oni Williams

Snaps of the City

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Free PressBreaking News, Snaps

Between May 28 and June 3, 2026, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.

Snaps of the city, Social media

Services planned for Dorothy Smith

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Free PressBreaking News, Deaths

Friends and family are mourning the passing of Dorothy Smith, a beloved local resident remembered by family and neighbors as a cornerstone of her community, known for her extraordinary generosity and gentle nature. Arrangements have been finalized for her upcoming…

Dorothy Smith

Support grows after drownings

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

In the agonizing quiet that has followed a tragic Sunday evening on the Ouachita River, a grieving community is stepping forward to wrap its arms around two local mothers. The drowning of 10-year-old Ja’Oni Williams and her best friend, 9-year-old…

drowning, GoFundMe, Ja’Candis Owens, Ja’Oni Williams

Kappa League celebrates the Class of 2026

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

The Monroe Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi celebrated the Kappa League graduates of 2026. The event celebrated the accomplishments of outstanding young men who have dedicated themselves to academic excellence, leadership, community service, and personal growth. Held at Roxie’s…

Kappa League graduates 2026, Monroe Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi

Jackson among conservatives voting to tighten Voter ID

May 29, 2026June 3, 2026 Free PressBreaking News

Senate Bill 319, a statewide voter ID overhaul, won final passage with support from Senators Jay Morris, Katrina Jackson Andrews and Stewart Cathey, along with Rep. Echols, while Rep. Fisher and Rep. Moore opposed the measure. What current law requires…

IDs, Senate Bill 319, Senator Katrina Jackson, Voter

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Reflections on 2016 Flooding in Monroe

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This Week In Monroe History

Birthdays
-- Celebrating Birthdays Today: Theidia Breaux, Melonie Secrease, Tillman Givens, Jr., Cassandra Johnson, John Coleman, III, Katrina Ruff, Bennie Glover, Crystal Colston, Gary Abrams, Lawrencia Sims, Marlow Moore, Johnny Pookie Collins, Joyce Ann Pimpton, Shelton Matthews, Sr., LaQuentin Williams, Jamie N. Louis. (9)
Local History
--- This week in 1974 Mr. James Brown gave a 12-minute acceptance to the welcome at a local church program. See Clipping. (52)
--- This week in 1974 Lavern Jones made the news with a "Kissing your mother-in-law" acceptance speech. Clipping and Photo. (52)
On this day in 2009, Ahvery Thomas was crowned Miss Grambling State University. (17)
On this day in 2015, Joiya Smith was crowned Miss Grambling State University. (11)

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Our Rich Black Heritage: “Held down by Louisiana Law!”

By Garry Blanson The White Louisiana Bourbon Democrats, the 1898 Louisiana State…

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Our Democracy needs committed people now more than ever

By Marie Brown The importance of strengthening the Ouachita Democratic Party Executive…

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Our Rich Black Heritage: The Forgotten Negro Organizers of “The First Official Monroe Chapter of The NAACP”

By Garry Blanson As Black citizens in Monroe, Louisiana, eagerly await the…

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