If the system is declared “unitary,” the black community will give up its “big stick” to insure against racial disparities by future boards. Is the district ready? Can Brent Vidrine be trusted to treat Blacks fairly without the court looking over…
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Boy Scouts to allow girls to become Eagle Scouts, decision praised locally
The Boy Scouts of America will officially allow girls to become Eagle Scouts, it was announced last Wednesday, and the troop with more Eagle Scouts than any other in the area, welcomes the idea. Wednesday the National Boy…
Forsythe Fire Station temporarily closed for 7 to 10 days
Zones to be Covered by Neighboring Fire Stations: Monroe City Fire Chief Terry Williams announces the temporary closure of the Forsythe Fire Station (#6), effective immediately, due to a recent report of mold in the station. The mediation process should…
Residents split over Southside tax issue, Rep. Hunter opposed
Rep. Hunter says tax may be challenged because it is not well thought out and places an unfair burden on Southside hotels for the next 30 years. A two percent tax on Southside hotels is expected to generate funds to…
Michaela Weeks is Richwood Homecoming Queen 2017
One the fondest dreams of nearly every high school girl is to be named the homecoming queen. It’s an honor she will cherish the rest of her life. Friday night, October 6, 2017, Michaela Weeks claimed that honor as the…
Former Interim superintendent Julian Gray dies, funeral set
Veteran educator Julian Gray died October 6, 2017, after a lengthy illness. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 p.m. Oct. 14 at the Caroll High School auditorium. Visitation is scheduled from 1-6 p.m. Oct. 13 at…
Ouachita Parish Public Library holds 39th Annual Pumpkin Bash on Saturday, October 21st
The Ouachita Parish Public Library will hold the 39th Annual Pumpkin Bash on Saturday, October 21, 2017 from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. The event will be held at the Main Branch Library at 1800 Stubbs Avenue in Monroe. Except…