Funeral services for a woman who spent years volunteering as a children’s advocate in the CASA program will be held next week. Services for Mary Ann Lopez will be held Saturday, February 5, 2022, at the New Bright Star Baptist…
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority holds Youth Auxiliary Induction
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Omicron Zeta Chapter here in Monroe inducted fourteen new members into its youth auxiliary. The young ladies recited their pledge, prayer and code with might and were showered with celebratory gifts of love. Displaying…
Teens need to learn life skills now; our time is coming
By Valaysia Smith Teen Reporter As teens, we need to develop life skills to prepare us for adulthood. It won’t be long before we become adults; some sooner than others. There are many life skills we will need to live…
Is Davis job hunting, seeking to leave Carroll High? He says “No”
Is Dr. Eric Davis, principal of Carroll High School job hunting? Dr. Davis says the rumour isn’t true. Last week, a post bearing the beloved principal’s photo and credential appeared on a social media site used by educators that he…
“BJ” is in the house; elected city school board president
Brandon “BJ” Johnson is the new president of the Monroe City School Board. Monday night, at its regular board meeting, Johnson was elected president on a four-three vote. Board member Jennifer Haneline received three… Log in to read the…
“N–gerville” post by West Monroe student, prompts school lockdown
McCoy calls for calm in the wake of “N–gerville” comment threats by West Monroe Cheerleader. “If they go low, you go high,” said McCoy, the only Black member of the parish school board. A social media post by a student…
Residents cited as community heroes in three MLK programs
Many local citizens were honored for outstanding service to the community as Monroe commemorated the Martin Luther King Holiday. In three separate programs, local residents were honored for service to the community and humanitarian efforts. Over a hundred people gathered…