The verdict of a judge ordering a new election for the Louisiana sheriff’s race, which was decided by a single vote, has been affirmed by a racially divided state appeals court. The Second Circuit Court of Appeal in Shreveport, Louisiana,…
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Qualifying for Monroe and Richwood elections underway
The race for key municipal positions in the City of Monroe and the Town of Richwood officially began Wednesday, marking the start of a pivotal local electoral season. Candidates vying for various public offices, including mayorships, council seats, and alderman…
Black Tie Guys slate honors program Sunday at Civic Center
This Sunday, the Monroe Civic Center will be abuzz with anticipation as the semi-annual awards program of the Black Tie Guys takes center stage. The Black Tie Guys, a structured male mentoring program, is sponsored by Tab-N-Action, Inc., in collaboration…
Services held for veteran Wossman support staffer, Daisy Franklin, 62
Family, friends, and colleagues gathered on Saturday, December 9, 2023, to pay their final respects to Daisy Marie Franklin, a dedicated veteran support worker of Wossman High School. The funeral service was held at Jesus Holy Temple in Monroe, Louisiana,…
Saturday services set for Corine Jackson, 41
The Monroe community mourns the loss of Corine Denise Jackson, who passed away on December 2, 2023, at the age of 41. Funeral services to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at the Greater Free…
Local trailblazer sets new academic records
Alana Nichole Stevenson, a proud native of Monroe, Louisiana, has made headlines in the academic world with her remarkable achievements. At just 25 years old, Alana accomplished what few can claim – earning a PhD in Urban Higher Education from…
Congratulations Legacy 8
On Sunday, December 3, 2023, eight women graduated from the TBB Collective Leadership Lab in Lafayette, LA. One of those women was Monroe, LA native PaQuita Porter Benoit, the daughter of Robert and Linda Porter. The Leadership Lab, founded by…