By Marie Brown The United States celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day this past Monday. It is the only federal holiday designated for national service by law (the King Holiday and Service Act of 1994). The focus is on…
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Pot in Louisiana is still illegal, a little bit gets a ticket, add a gun, you get time
In Louisiana, the rules for marijuana (also called weed or pot) can be confusing. For some people, getting caught with it means a small fine. For others, it can lead to many years in prison. Since possession of marijuana without…
Wright: Dr. King’s fight for justice must continue
In a powerful display of community and remembrance, the Town of Grambling gathered on Monday at New Rocky Valley Baptist Church to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on the King Holiday. The event was headlined by…
Carolyn Goodin praised for historic achievements in arts at MLK program
In a powerful tribute to leadership and cultural impact, the MLK Foundation honored Carolyn McClinton with the prestigious Historic Trail Blazer Award during a ceremony Monday night. The event, held at the historic Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, brought together approximately…
Rev. Billups receives “surprise” John L. Russell award at MLK Foundation program
In a night filled with reverence and celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, the community gathered Monday night at the historic Mount Olivet Baptist Church to honor one of its own. After the Martin Luther King, Jr. Foundation…
Tyree Hollins receives MLK “Trailblazer” award for MCAL work with thousands of kids
In a ceremony filled with community spirit and reflection, Tyree Hollins, founder and director of the Monroe City Academy League (MCAL), was presented with the prestigious Trailblazer Award by the local Martin Luther King Foundation. The event took place Monday…
MLK Day of Service begins community garden, park in memory of Esther Gallow
Volunteers, political hopefuls, and members of two fraternities turned out Monday to break the first ground for what organizer Marie Brown hopes will become the Esther Gallow Community Garden and Park in the Booker T. Community. The workday was part…