Morning
Monroe
Friday, January 10th, 2025
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Ouachita Parish officer gifted a 25-year-old worker a new bike, significantly reducing his commute time to his two jobs. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ The NELA Children's Museum and Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere are collaborating to host a family-friendly Mardi Gras event on January 11. KNOE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An arrest warrant has been issued for 23-year-old Darius Jenkins, Jr. for attempted second-degree murder following a juvenile shooting in Monroe on December 29, 2024. KEDM
- ➤ A Shreveport man was arrested in Monroe for allegedly committing hate crimes at a retail store parking lot. The Ouachita Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ouachita Parish Schools and Monroe City Schools in northeastern Louisiana will be closed on Friday due to anticipated winter weather. The Ouachita Citizen
- ➤ Riser Middle School in West Monroe launches the Elevate by 8 initiative to boost student standardized test scores by enhancing teacher and student engagement. KNOE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The deadline for Louisiana residents to enroll or modify their health insurance plans through the Affordable Care Act is set for January 15, offering options for those over 26 and those who recently lost Medicaid coverage. 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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Monster Truck Nitro Tour in West Monroe, LA
The Monster Truck Nitro Tour features competitive monster trucks along with freestyle motocross events at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center, showcasing thrilling racing and stunts.
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