Larry Wayne Dickson passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026. He was 73 years old.Family and friends will gather to honor his life and legacy during two days of scheduled services at McFarland Funeral Companies. A public visitation is scheduled…
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Local leader chooses purpose over profitwith opening of Therapeutic Group Home
In a time when business expansion often centers on profit and growth, one local leader has chosen a different path—one rooted in purpose, compassion, and community impact. Chris Lewis, a well-known figure in the community, has officially opened a Therapeutic…
Birthdays May 8th – May 13th
May 8-Joyce Jackson, Fred McGirt, Lashabrea Willis, In Loving Memory of Johnnie Mae Carr Sims, Joy Lynn Brown, Tasha Hill, Talissha Robinson, In Loving Memory of Martez Miley. May 9-Jacorian Neal, Derrick Wells, In Loving Memory of Freddie Mae McGee,…
Show up and don’t quit
By Rusty Potter Consistency and persistence are not just flashy traits. But if you study anyone who has accomplished something meaningful, you’ll find two qualities quietly working behind the scenes every single time.We live in a world that celebrates quick…
Our Rich Black Heritage: George Edwin Taylor
By Garry Blanson “The first colored man to run for President of the United States after the abolishment of slavery in America” “The Purcell Principle, which is often used by the U.S. Supreme Court, is supposed to help keep the…
North Delta Regional: Legals
OUACHITA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR AMBULANCE SERVICE On behalf of the City of Monroe, the City of West Monroe and the Ouachita Parish Police Jury, the Ouachita Council of Governments (“OCOG”) is soliciting proposals from qualified and…
Shelling students to make history at the Peabody Memphis
Showtime at the Shelling Sends 16 Scholars on a Cultural Journey Through Memphis, May 6–8, 2026 Monroe, LA — Sixteen 5th and 6th grade scholars from Roy Neal Shelling, Jr. Elementary School, accompanied by five school staff members, will travel…