William Smart, the director of the Monroe Housing Authority, was presented with the Melvin Silverstein Award this week, one of the highest honors bestowed by the Monroe Chamber of Commerce. The award recognizes civic leaders who go above and beyond…
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Snaps of the City
Between April 12 and April 16, 2024, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
History repeats: Jonesboro witnesses another funeral home fire
Jonesboro, LA – In a somber echo of the past, the Paradise Funeral Home in Jonesboro, Louisiana, became the latest victim of a devastating fire on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. This incident mirrors a similar tragedy that struck the community…
Southside future tied to the election of Verbon Muhammad
South Monroe faces an ongoing crisis of neglect, crime, and a slow death by gentrification. As the District 5 City Council election approaches, the stakes could not be higher for its residents. This election is not merely about choosing a…
Teen shot in leg adds to Monroe gun violence spree
A recent spate of gun violence has cast a shadow over Monroe’s Southside, leaving residents shaken and fearful. The latest incident involved a 13-year-old accidentally shot in the leg while playing with a loaded weapon in an apartment over the…
Heavy rains, flash flood warnings lead to school closures; rain may continue
This week, residents of Ouachita Parish have been facing a relentless deluge, as continuous rain and thunderstorms have battered the region, causing widespread flash flood warnings and significantly disrupting daily life. Reports indicate that certain areas have received over 3…
Vidrine Files Lawsuit against school Over Retirement Fund Disputes
In a legal battle that has garnered attention within the educational sector, Dr. Brent Vidrine, the former Superintendent of Monroe City School Board (MCSB), has taken legal action against his former employer. The lawsuit, filed recently, centers on allegations that…