The Monroe community is mourning the death of Herbert Wright, a towering presence in community affairs for over 50 years. Wright, a deacon at the St. James Baptist Church, was found dead in his home Sunday, October 27, 2019. He…
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Vidrine reports city schools just short of B grade, but low scores prompt questions
Superintendent Dr. Brent Vidrine said Monroe City Schools have improved but will be a hair short of being ranked as a “B” school system this year. However, even as he spoke, members of the district’s curriculum committee questioned why student…
Former ULM President, Dwight Vines dies
Dr. Dwight Vines, former president of ULM, died Tuesday night after a lengthy illness. He was 88 years old. Vines served as president of ULM from 1976 to 1991. He also served as an economic development officer for the City…
Dr. Loche named to state Athletic Association
Dr. Sharilynn Loche, principal of Richwood High School has been appointed as an At large member of the board of Louisiana High School Athletic Association. Her appointment marks the first time an African-American female has been named to the board.…
Neville student killed by Hit and Run driver
A 15-year-old Neville High School Student died Wednesday after reportedly being struck by a vehicle Tuesday night. Police have identified the victim as Ashley Dorsey. According to police, Tuesday around 6:50 p.m. on Park Avenue near Eason Place. Police suspect…
GSU campus cop, among two shot at late night party
Students at GSU gathered for a party and good times at the Assembly Center, but a 19-year old visitor from Shreveport started shooting for an unknown reason and began a nightmare that ended with a GSU police officer and another…
Jones sweeps 36 of 37 precincts, but falls 22 votes short of victory
Fred Jones sweeped nearly all of the precincts in district 16, but fell 22 votes short of election in the District 16 State Representatives race, in balloting Saturday. Jones bested three other candidates polling 50 percent or more at 36…