Monroe, La. — For the second year in a row, Chris Lewis and Coney Island Connection turned a simple chili dog into a powerful act of giving—raising thousands of dollars for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital during their annual September…
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Snaps of the City
Between September 25 and October 1, 2025, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Richwood High School Class of ‘65 60th/’Diamond’ Anniversary Reunion
Reverend Eddie R. Stewart, Sr., Pastor, Triumph Baptist Church, and President of the Richwood High School Class of 1965, is extending a formal invitation to all classmates/graduates to a day of worship and a fellowship meal commemorating the 60th/‘Diamond’ Anniversary…
Man behind “Black Death” challenge turns 46
Kita Wright turns 46: from garbage truck dreams to popular media sensation as “The Pro.” On Oct. 3, Kita Kenyatta Wright , BNW celebrated his 46th birthday. That’s a milestone, but try answering well wishes from most of his 89,000…
SEDD president subject of police investigation
Monroe Police have launched an investigation into misconduct allegations against Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) president Tony Little, following a complaint filed by a Monroe woman. The woman alleges that Little pressured at least one SEDD vendor for kickbacks on…
Mulani Reynolds reigns over Carroll Homecoming
It’s Homecoming Week at Carroll High School, and the energy across the community is electric. What once was a humble celebration has grown into a weeklong extravaganza — a true cultural event that brings together generations of alumni, students, families,…
Monyea Hampton gets appointment
Local church choir director, Monyea Hampton has been appointed to the SouthSide Economic Development District. The action came in Tuesday night’s meeting of the council. He was nominated by Bishop Rodney McFarland of District 4. Hampton said on his Social…