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Thursday, January 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Following a tragic New Year attack in New Orleans, enhanced security measures, including uniformed and plainclothes officers and drone surveillance, will be implemented for upcoming Twin City Mardi Gras parades.  KNOE
  • The city of Monroe recognized local leaders for embodying Martin Luther King Jr.'s ideals through community service.  The Ouachita Citizen
  • This year's Mardi Gras in the Twin Cities will feature new activities, a route change, and is expected to economically benefit downtown merchants.  KNOE

CRIME NEWS

  • The Monroe Police Department is seeking assistance from the public to identify a suspect wanted for aggravated assault.  KNOE
  • The trial of former Monroe City Schools Superintendent Brent Vidrine is delayed again after Judge Wendall Manning recused himself due to personal connections, with Vidrine accused of misappropriating over $115,000 of school funds.  MyArkLaMiss
  • Jarvis Taylor was found guilty of second degree murder in the 2022 killing of Ebony Lewis after jurors deliberated for less than 30 minutes.  KNOE

HEALTH NEWS

  • Health officials in Monroe, Louisiana, offer advice on preventing hypothermia and frostbite by suggesting limited outdoor exposure and appropriate clothing during cold weather.  KNOE

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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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.

    Wed, 1/29/25

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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.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Monroe Adventure Scavenger Hunt

    Explore the historic and artistic treasures of Monroe, Louisiana, by participating in a self-guided scavenger hunt filled with interactive challenges and discoveries.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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