In the eyes of a child, the pastor is often viewed as a trusted father figure. Because of this deep spiritual bond, children naturally express affection through hugs and embraces. However, in today’s highly litigious society, ministers must exercise extreme…
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Louisiana’s next U.S. Senator will be a DEI choice
Following the June runoffs, Louisiana’s high-stakes U.S. Senate race is officially locked in. Republican Congresswoman Julia Letlow and Democratic Tensas Parish farmer Jamie Davis will face off this November to fill the seat vacated by Bill Cassidy. On the campaign…
Our City, Our Community
By Marie Brown The closed congressional primary is history and candidates are preparing for the general elections in November. Unofficial turnout in Ouachita Parish on June 27 was only17% which was pitiful to say the least. As we approach…
“God does all things well”
By Lisa Wilmore Greetings, Dear Hearts! I am reminded of what one of my ninety-year-old friends shared in a testimony some years ago that has remained in my heart ever since. She explained that when she was only sixteen…
Death Notices for the week of June 29th
Mr. Kenneth D. Holmes, 65, transitioned from this life on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in Monroe, LA. Visitation will be held from 4 pm to 6 pm on Friday, July 3, 2026, in the chapel of Hester Central State Funeral…
Father angry that his son’s killer, only received 1 year in jail and is now free
DA’s office accepted a plea bargain from the murderer that allowed him to go free after just one year of incarceration A grieving Monroe father is demanding answers after learning that the person who shot and killed his 20-year-old son…
Landry approves millions for Monroe area projects and non-profits
A wave of state funding is heading to Ouachita Parish following the finalization of Louisiana’s $47 billion state budget. While Governor Jeff Landry heavily wielded his line-item veto power to slash several local grassroots programs, tens of millions of dollars…