By Lisa Wilmore Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. (2 Corinthians 12:8 NIV) Dear Hearts, Have you desperately needed something from God, and year after year, the answer does not come, or…
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Our Rich Black Heritage: “That’s the reason why I’m going to pursue starting another sports association, other than the LHSAA!” — Tehmi Jahi Chassion, Louisiana State Representative
By Garry Blanson “L.I.A.L.O.,” The Forgotten Negro Sports And Literary Organization That Merged With The LHSAA, In 1969 Today, as I am sitting here at my desk reading about the “LHSAA’s Cold-Hearted Decision” to officially “End The Season” for the…
Snaps of the City
Between September 24 and September 30, 2026, our friends were busy on social media, including these snaps.
Lexing asks court for restraining order to stop the hiring of fire chief until court decides issue
A legal battle over local governance and executive power escalated further as a request for a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) was filed on September 25 to halt the appointment of Timothy Williams as the Monroe Fire Chief. The original suit…
Birthdays October 1st – October 7th
October 1-Anthony Tyrone Houston, Amanda H. McHenry, Jessie Holmes, In Loving Memory of Clem Toston, Alyeasha Ashton, William Riley, Cassandra Lowe, Linda Harris, Kole Amir Ceasar, Linda James, Passion Gilbert, Aki Summers, Marion Siller. October 2-Tommiie Powell, Freddie “Pete” Coleman,…
650 pack Civic Center to salute Oliver Billups on retirement from Mt. Olivet after 50 years
Warm laughter, poignant tears, and a resilient legacy filled the B.D. Robinson Conference Hall at the Monroe Civic Center on Friday evening, Sept. 25, 2026, as 650 guests gathered to celebrate the 50th Anniversary retirement Roast and Toast honoring Rev.…
Monroe Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi celebrates 50 years of achievement
The Monroe Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity hosted its Kappa Dinner for wives, sweethearts, and Kappas. The event featured fellowship, music, food, and an opportunity to celebrate brotherhood and achievement. Ross Betha welcomed those in attendance and set…