Between April 17 and April 23, 2025, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Category: Events
Easter egg hunt at the Monroe Zoo a hopping success — Get ready for Eggstravaganza 2025!
Monroe, LA — Families from across Northeast Louisiana gathered for a day of springtime fun at the Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo for the annual Easter Egg Hunt, proudly presented by Creed & Creed Injury Attorneys. With thousands of colorful…
The 86th Miss Jackson State University
Congratulations to Lauren Maryann Ballard on being elected the 86th Miss Jackson State University, for the 2025-2026 academic year. Currently serving as the Student Government Association Executive Secretary for the 2024-2025 academic year, Lauren has previously held the title of…
Services pending for Dr. Billye Burns, pioneer educator, politician
Services for Billye Goree Burns, a revered educator, public servant, mentor, and trailblazer, will be held over two days in West Monroe and Simsboro. Burns passed away on April 9, 2025. A public viewing will take place on Friday, April…
Black Muslims speak out about increasing Southside Violence
In the wake of a recent tragedy on Bonner Drive, leaders of the Nation of Islam are stepping forward to encourage peace and non-violence among youth in South Monroe. On Monday, Monroe Police began investigating the death of a young…
Shifts in garbage pickups, costs, subjects of community meetings this week
In back-to-back meetings Tuesday at the Johnson Community Center in District 5 and Saul Adler Recreation Center in District 2, the City of Monroe launched the first of several planned community forums to discuss proposed changes to garbage and trash…
West Monroe honors 107 year old centenarian
On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, the City of West Monroe paused to honor a living treasure. Mrs. Hattie Mae Williams, a beloved resident, turned 107 years old this month, and in celebration of her remarkable life, Mayor Staci Albritton Mitchell…