Family, friends, and community members will gather this weekend to honor and celebrate the life of Mrs. Darlene W. Watson, a beloved figure whose warmth and kindness touched many lives. Her homegoing services will take place over two days, offering…
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Services for Helen Green set for Saturday
Funeral services for the matriarch of one of Monroe’s most well-known families, Helen Walker Green, will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She died on February 4, 2025. She was 87 years old. Her…
Saturday services set for Bessie Mae Smith Bowers
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…
Saturday services set for Roosevelt E. Willis, Jr.
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…
Black History: Pendleton’s service station offered full service, credit to customers
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…
MLK Parade rolled Down Desiard Street, kicking off Black History Month
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…
Black History Focus: S.L. Pierce, Reddix, Sharp and CORE were civil rights champions
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,…