PROCEEDINGS OF THE POLICE JURY, PARISH OF OUACHITA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON, MONDAY, AUGUST 7, 2023 AT 5:31 P.M. The Police Jury of the Parish of Ouachita, State of Louisiana met in a regular…
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Council’s change to city charter without a public vote is troubling
In a recent city council meeting, the City of Monroe made two significant organizational changes, and one of them has raised serious concerns regarding its adherence to both the city’s charter and the Louisiana Constitution. This action reflects irresponsibility and…
Our Rich Black Heritage: Sheriff Peter Crosby
By Garry Blanson It was reported that General Ulysses S. Grant wrote in his Personal Memoirs, “The fate of the Confederacy was sealed when Vicksburg fell, and the Confederate military forces surrendered in Vicksburg, Mississippi, on July 4, 1863.” Peter Crosby…
Death Notices for the week of September 18th
Carolyn Sue Moy, age 72, passed away September 16, 2023. Her services will be held at the Forsythe Church of Christ on September 25, 2023, at 11:00 AM. Her visitation will be at the Miller Funeral Home Chapel on September…
Monroe Housing Authority: Legal
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Monroe Housing Authority will receive electronic bids for the following: Vacant Unit turnaround Service Contract 2023, Project No. 23GEN.01.VUTA Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM Central Time, Tuesday, October 10, 2023. There will be a Pre-Contract…
Monroe City School Board: Legal
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID NOTICE Sealed Bids will be received by the Purchasing Manager at Monroe City School Board, 2006 Tower Drive, Monroe, LA 71201, or electronically by online submission at www.bidexpress.com, until 2:00 P.M., CST on Thursday, October 19, 2023,…
Friends mourn death of former Police officer, minister, Martez Miley, 32
Funeral services are incomplete for a former Monroe Police Officer who died unexpectedly Monday. Police Officer Martez Miley, a former Monroe Police Officer, departed this life on Monday, September 11, leaving behind a legacy of service, kindness, and unwavering faith.…