By Garry Blanson Someone asked a question, “Why is Black Student loan Debt So High?” When we look at the Student loan Default numbers for Black students, it’s enough to make you want to cry! Well, one online article said…
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As city praises AT&T deal, it should “Remember Centurylink”
The city now has a deal that promises internet access to the entire city. It’s putting up $2 million to make it happen. However, we should remember that this promise has been made before so we should “Remember CenturyLink.” Tuesday…
Birthdays July 25th – July 31st
July 25-Samone Hudson, Betty Washington, Angela Robinson Jones, Vonthisha Wiley-Pollard, Monique Tate, Dottie McKinney, Robert Tanzy, Sr, Cynthia Woodfaulk, Serenity Clark, Happy Anniversary Melanie and Demetrius Boose, In Loving Memory of Dollie V. Henry, Tracy Stokes. July 26-Derrica T. Jones,…
Work Hard, Work Smart
By Rusty Potter Here in Monroe, Louisiana, we are no strangers to hard work. Whether braving the summer heat outdoors or putting in long hours at the office, our community knows the value of dedication and perseverance. But working hard…
What is the longest verse in the Bible?
By Lisa Wilmore Blessings My Dear Friends! One of my favorite past times other than reading is engaging in Bible trivia. I have learned a great deal about the Bible by answering Bible trivia questions. Frankly, I do not think…
Monroe City School Board: June 11, 2024 Minutes
Monroe City School Board of Education 2006 Tower Drive Monroe, Louisiana 71201 MINUTES The Monroe City School Board met in regular session, Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Monroe City School District Central Office, 2006 Tower Drive, Monroe, Louisiana 71201. The…
Death Notices for July 22nd
Sylvester Smith, 65, transitioned from this life on July 17, 2024 in Monroe, Louisiana. Visitation will be held from 2 pm to 6 pm on Friday, July 26, 2024, in the chapel of Hester Central State Funeral Home, 811 Louise…