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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Boys learning business basics, start with $100
“The Black Tie Guys” are learning how to establish a business in real-time, with real money that they get to keep. The Black Tie Guys, a youth mentoring program of Tab-N-Action, Inc., is providing a unique and hands-on learning experience…
“Main-Main” Robinson memorialized by friends, family
The Faith Harvest Baptist Church in Monroe, Louisiana, was filled with mourners and well-wishers on Saturday, September 16, 2023, as they gathered to bid a heartfelt farewell to Demetrius LaRay Robinson, known fondly as “Main-Main.” Demetrius, who passed away on…
Snaps of the City
Between September 11 and September 20, 2023, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Friends mourn death of former Police officer, minister, Martez Miley, 32
Funeral services are incomplete for a former Monroe Police Officer who died unexpectedly Monday. Police Officer Martez Miley, a former Monroe Police Officer, departed this life on Monday, September 11, leaving behind a legacy of service, kindness, and unwavering faith.…
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…
Vidrine to continue, despite financial misconduct investigation
In a split vote, the Monroe City School Board decided to break from its established policy, allowing Superintendent Dr. Brent Vidrine to remain actively serving as superintendent while under investigation for suspected financial misconduct. The board convened for an extensive…