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Kids Korner with Julius Brown
Julius Brown 6th Grade, Rise Elementary School Black Tie Guys- Yellow Tie Recipient Hi everyone! This week, we have some exciting stories to share with you. Let’s dive in! First up, we have De’Carrion Smith, a fantastic 9th grader at…
Our Rich Black Heritage: Teresa Garland Lew
By Garry Blanson During the month of May, it’s common for schools in America to hold graduations. Every May, thousands and thousands of black students graduate from elementary schools, high schools, and colleges. So, with all of the graduating going…
New council – mayor, must find common ground for next four years
The recent elections in Monroe have ushered in a new era of political representation, with the addition of Bishop Rodney McFarland and Minister Verbon Muhammad to the city council. These two new councilmembers, along with incumbent Juanita Woods, form a…
Birthdays May 23rd – May 29th
May 23- In Loving Memory of Rosie Turner, Otis Coulbertson, Johnia Washington, Deacue Field, III., Senalda Hill-Davis, Jonathan Jenkins, Joseph Jenkins, In Loving Memory of Henry Comanche, Sr., Destinee Wilhite, Edna White, Courtney Tannehill, Malcolm Gay, Taylor Powell, Gwendolyn Alexander.…
Your future starts now
By Rusty Potter Congratulations, graduates of 2024! You are about to start a new chapter in your life, where your choices and actions will shape your future. The world needs your talents, ideas, and energy. Your future starts now. Do…
The Lord opens hearts to respond to the Gospel Message
By Lisa Wilmore Scripture Reading (Acts 16: 11-15):…On the Sabbath we went outside the city gate to the river, where we expected to find a place of prayer. We sat down and began to speak to the women who had gathered…