A wedding is more than a ceremony. It is a covenant before God. That means pastors must take their role seriously when guiding couples toward marriage. First, insist on counseling before agreeing to perform the ceremony. Love is strong, but…
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City Schools’ Tax Proposals should not be a Blank Check
On May 16, Monroe city voters will head to the polls to decide the fate of two property tax measures. Together, these taxes are slated to generate approximately $84 million over the next decade for Monroe City Schools. It is…
Our City, Our Community
By Marie Brown Racism is defined as the belief, behavior, or systemic practice that asserts the superiority of one race over others, leading to prejudice, discrimination, and hatred based on skin color, ethnicity, or national origin. An individual or individuals…
The Nature and Evidence of True Obedience to God
By Lisa Wilmore Greetings, Dear Hearts, Thank God for Jesus Christ, our Everlasting, Eternal, and Endless Savior, who was obedient and submissive to the will of His Father. As it is written in John 6:38 (ESV), “For I have…
Richwood names gym and court after retiring Terry L. Martin
After 25 years on the sidelines at Richwood High School, a local icon is preparing to hang up his whistle. To salute the retiring Terry L. Martin, the Ouachita Parish School Board has approved a permanent tribute to his storied…
Council votes down new subdivision for South Monroe, Harvey-McCallister in opposition
A proposal to annex 27 acres of land in the Buck Horn Bend area into the city limits failed Tuesday night after the Monroe City Council fell one vote short of the required majority. The 2-1 vote effectively stalled a…
Angela Brooks of Monroe roots, is named President of American Planners
She grew up in Monroe, went to college, and now, Angela Diane Brooks, has made history as the first Black woman to serve as president of the American Planning Association, the largest organization of professional planners in the world. Brooks,…