We believe that Louisiana’s new “Ten Commandments” law, while well intended, is unconstitutional and tramples the rights of those who do not subscribe to the protestant brand of Christianity. The new law, recently signed by Governor Jeff Landry, blatantly disregards…
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State’s new crime laws, a step toward slavery?
Republican legislators are taking bows for passing a set of criminal justice retrofits they say will deter crime, but appear to rein-shrine slave labor in the state. The 2024 legislature enacted crime laws, which include harsher punishments and limited parole,…
“Forever” taxes are not a good idea for city
Tuesday night, the Monroe City Council’ introduced a second “forever” tax; even the idea should raise concerns among residents. While the original 1 cent street improvement sales tax was implemented with the noble intention of paving and maintaining the city’s…
Gun totting 19 year olds may soon be Monroe cops
The Monroe Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Board has unanimously voted to allow the hiring of 19-year-olds as police officers for the Monroe Police Department. However, the decision has sparked controversy, with some questioning the legality of the board’s…
SEDD announces mini-grants to non-profits, Dream Center funds
The Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) has approved funding for a series of mini-grants and the renovation of the “Dream Center” on Arizona Street, as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce crime, improve neighborhoods, and promote non-violent conflict resolution…
Elementary kids in Wossman and Carroll Marching bands, is it OK?
Our community is proud of the Wossman and Carroll High School band programs. The bands represent our community well at formal occasions, football games, and sometimes even as far as New Orleans Mardi Gras parades. However, many are not aware…
Dr. Vidrine reported fraud should not be swept under the rug
Former Monroe City School Board (MCSB) Superintendent, Dr. Brent Vidrine, is, according to a March 22, 2024 audit report, is accused of creating fake documents, including a receipt from the Teacher’s Retirement System of Louisiana, to wrongfully receive funds from…