At a live forum this week, four of the five candidates for Monroe Mayor praised past accomplishments of the city’s leaders, but think Monroe needs new leadership to face a new generation of challenges. Monroe Mayor Jamie Mayo said now…
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Former city councilman John Smith Dies
John Smith, a community servant who spent a lifetime in service to the community, died Sunday after a lengthy illness. A man who devoted a lifetime to community service, died Sunday after a lengthy illness. John Smith, a prominent civic…
Neal/Jones wedding held
Michael Jones and Dalphynie Neal were married on Sunday 02/02/2020 at Greater Free Gift BC at 1 pm with Bishop Rodney Mcfarland, Sr, officiated followed by a reception at their home. The bride is the daughter of Foster Neal and…
Novel about 1977 Vonda Harris murder, now on Amazon
In 1977 a Monroe Woman, Vonda Lanell Harris, was raped and murdered. In a bumbled investigation, Monroe Police pinned the crime on a Wossman High School student who spent 40 years of his life in prison before being exonerated by…
Local sorority works to mentor youth
Local Delta Sigma Theta Chapter continues to promote national goals working with youth. Monroe Alumnae of Delta Sigma Theta continues to work with youth to pursue national goals. The chapter has an emphasis on relationship building, preparation, advancement, and…
Heritage drama to focus on local legends Russell, Newton, and Foster
When Basketball legend Bill Russell wrote the story of his life, it began with his life in West Monroe, La. The same was true of Robert Foster, a world-class surgeon, and Huey P. Newtown, founder of the Black Panther Party.…
Arrest made in Ouachita Parish in an attempted murder investigation
Authorities have made an arrest in connection with an attempted murder in Ouachita Parish. According to the sheriff’s office, Derrick J. White, of Monroe, is accused of a shooting that happened February 3, 2020, on Standifer Street. Authorities said that…