Attorney Mario Leija has announced that he is a candidate for the upcoming open position on the Fourth Judicial District Court that will be created by the retirement of District Judge Wilson Rambo of West Monroe. “There has been much…
Home
Funeral Services honor well loved friends
Families across Northeast Louisiana are preparing to honor loved ones with funeral services in the coming days. Lavonne Neal, 54, of Monroe, passed away on August 22, 2025. Visitation will be held Friday, September 5, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.…
You can’t control the wind
By Rusty Potter Life has a way of throwing us off course. One day, everything is smooth sailing, and the next, the wind shifts – sudden illness strikes, a job falls through, and bills pile up, or relationships face unexpected…
“Look at what the Lord has done for us”
By Lisa Wilmore My Precious Friends, Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ” (Romans 1:7 KJV). Our God is an awesome God! He thought of us when we did not think of ourselves.…
Trump Section 8 plan may hurt over 1,000 in Ouachita
More than 1,000 residents in Monroe and Ouachita Parish who rely on Section 8 housing subsidies could be at risk if a federal proposal to trim the program becomes law, according to William Smart, director of the Monroe Housing Authority…
Trump Section 8 plan may hurt over 1,000 in Ouachita
More than 1,000 residents in Monroe and Ouachita Parish who rely on Section 8 housing subsidies could be at risk if a federal proposal to trim the program becomes law, according to William Smart, director of the Monroe Housing Authority…
Shane’s Shame: Public responds to the Catahoula Cussing audio
Elected officials carry a dual burden. On one hand, they must represent the public with dignity, fairness, and adherence to the rules of order. On the other hand, their private and business dealings often serve as the true test of…