Bessie Mae Smith Bowers, a State of Louisiana, Parish of Ouachita Election Commissioner and retired educator with Monroe City Schools, transitioned on February 6, 2025. Service arrangements are as follows: Visitation: Friday, February 14, 2025, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm…
With hearts full of love, we honor the life of Roosevelt E. Willis, Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and servant of God. Born in Monroe, Louisiana, Roosevelt’s deep faith guided his life, leading him to serve his community and…
For decades, a visit to Pendleton’s Service Station at 1111 Desiard Street was more than just a stop for fuel—it was an experience. Run by Joseph A. Pendleton, a dedicated businessman, civic leader, and deacon, the station became a cornerstone…
The annual Martin Luther King, Jr. parade brought its usual pageantry and celebration to Monroe on Saturday, despite a smaller crowd due to a weather-related date change and a new route. Traditionally held on the MLK holiday, this year’s parade…
By Roosevelt Wright, Jr. It was an uphill battle in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, where the right to vote for Black citizens was not simply denied—it was actively crushed under the weight of Jim Crow laws, violence, and political maneuvering. Yet,…
Monroe native and former LSU wide receiver John Diarse has been named head football coach at Wossman High School, replacing Terence Cahee who departed for McNeese State University. Diarse, 30, brings an impressive football pedigree to the Wildcats program. As…
Houston– Jennifer C. Elliott, 79, Houston, Texas, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 19, 2025. She was born on February 26, 1945, to Robert L. Crane and Ethel Cole. Jennifer Elliott was a loving wife, daughter, and devoted mother…
