Senator Jay Morris of West Monroe says he’s not a racist, but Black legislators say he’s pushing to eliminate a black Supreme Court Judge, stop a Black elected official from taking office in New Orleans, and has introduced redistricting maps…
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Black Mothers have been the backbone of families
Before daylight breaks across the Delta fields, before the city buses begin to roll, before office lights shine and school bells ring, there is often a Black mother already awake. She is packing lunches, saying prayers, ironing uniforms, checking homework,…
The Calvin Duncan case is racism in real-time
The whiplash legal battle over Calvin Duncan’s seat as Orleans Parish Clerk of Criminal Court is more than a procedural dispute—it is a live-action civics lesson in systemic erasure. For a younger generation watching the “on-again, off-again” election of a…
Funeral services set for Robert Washington
The community is coming together to honor the life and legacy of Robert Junior Washington, who passed away on April 23, 2026, at the age of 60. Known for his kindness and presence in the Monroe and West Monroe area,…
Funeral arrangements announced for Larry Dickson
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…
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,…