Morning
Monroe
Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Veterans of Foreign War in Monroe is hosting a New Year's Party fundraiser on December 31, 2024, to support local veterans, featuring meals, refreshments, and live music by local band Black Water Break. MyArkLaMiss
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Northeast Louisiana boutique owner was allegedly defrauded by Savannah Myers Belgard, leading to an arrest for identity theft after Belgard misused business resources. KNOE
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Selena Fletcher, founder of Financial Freedom Affiliated LLC, is enhancing financial literacy in Northeast Louisiana through workshops, community partnerships, and a future initiative to provide business funding for small businesses. KNOE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fireworks commonly used to celebrate New Year's Eve may inadvertently trigger symptoms of PTSD in veterans, impacting their mental health during the holidays. KNOE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Monroe Moccasins hosted a New Year's Eve event with a game against the Baton Rouge Zydeco, fan giveaways, a jersey auction, and fireworks, enhancing community spirit in Northeast Louisiana. KNOE
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Harlem Globetrotters World Tour at Fant-Ewing Coliseum
The Original Harlem Globetrotters are set to showcase their entertaining basketball skills in an action-packed performance.
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Monroe Moccasins vs Blue Ridge Bobcats
The Monroe Moccasins will face off against the Blue Ridge Bobcats at the Monroe Civic Center, providing a local sports experience for attendees.
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Free Annual Mammogram Screening Event in West Monroe, LA
This free annual mammogram screening, organized by the Louisiana Cancer Foundation, is available by appointment for women aged 40 and over in northeast Louisiana.
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