The Reverend Dr. Deacue Fields, Jr., a giant in the African-American fight for equity in the state for decades, died last week. He was 81 years old. Dr. Fields was the former pastor of Ludden Chapel Baptist Church in Monroe…
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NAACP to elect officers in Saturday balloting
NAACP members across the nation will elect new officers Saturday, thousands of local branches conduct elections for leadership of one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious civil rights organizations. Locally, the Ouachita Parish Branch will choose from…
Through the Kaleidoscope
A holiday display of artwork by Monti Sharp Like the mirror in a kaleidoscope, contemporary artist Monti Sharp surrounds himself with a variety of colorful scenes from his life growing up in Monroe, depictions of pop culture personalities, nostalgic toys…
HAMPCO, Inc. receives grant
On October 28, 2022, HAMPCO, Inc.’s representatives received a grant in the amount of $1,500 from First Horizon Foundation. This 2022 contribution was directed toward HAMPCO’s Program and Services. HAMPCO representatives pictured receiving the award are Larry Wilson, HAMPCO Board…
Services set for Velma Walker for Friday at Greater Free Gift
Services will be held Friday, November 18, 2022, at 11 a.m. at the Greater Free Gift Baptist Church for Velma Lee Walker. Ms. Walker died on November 7, 2022. She was 33 years old. Visitation will be Thursday, November 17,…
Snaps of the City
Between November 8, and November 15, 2022, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Dawson ejects woman from council meeting over liquor permits
A woman who spoke against approving a liquor permit for a Southside business was ejected from Tuesday’s city council meeting, but not before she left yelling, “just say no!” South Monroe residents have repeatedly appeared before the city council to…