By Garry Blanson “The only thing worst than being ignorant is being ignorant and not knowing it” -Rev. O’Dell Blanson Once again, I have come across something from the past that many people of the “YOUNGER GENERATION” in Monroe, Louisiana…
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Diddy verdict is a setback for abused women
The July 2, 2025, verdict in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial—acquitted of racketeering and sex trafficking but guilty on two counts of transportation for prostitution—has left advocates for abused women disheartened. While Combs faces up to 20 years for actions…
Snap of the City
Between June 26 and July 2, 2025, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Birthdays July 3rd – 9th
July 3-Shirley Campbell, Kevin Patrick, Matthew Williams, IV, Shanika Charal Clark, Darrel Wilhite, Jada Nicole Williams, In Loving Memory of Ernestine Ross, Terry L. Holland, Alonzo Frazier, Marco Moran, Kimberly Roquemore-Robinson, Tyler Travis. July 4-Patrick Burns, Richard Ross, In Loving…
Be like time – It only moves forward
By Rusty Potter “If I could turn back time…” Those words, made famous by Cher in her 1989 hit, capture a feeling we all had at one point or another. Tyrone Davis echoed a similar sentiment in his soulful classic,…
I will trust you, Lord
By Lisa Wilmore Dear Hearts, There are things that come across the table of life that bleeds your heart and draw tears from your eyes. In fact, even worry clouds your mind and stress becomes the oppressor of your emotions.…
Monroe City Council: June 10, 2025 Minutes
City Hall, Monroe, Louisiana June 10, 2025 6:00 p.m. There was a legal and regular session of the City Council of the City of Monroe, Louisiana held on this date at the Council’s regular meeting place, the Council Chamber, City…