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Saturday, January 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Construction for the new Ouachita Parish Main Library is advancing, highlighting progress in developing a modern community center.  KNOE

CRIME NEWS

  • The Monroe Police Department seeks public assistance to locate Devario McFarland Jr., wanted for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.  KNOE

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Krewe of Janus is preparing for their 2025 Mardi Gras season, featuring a 'Janus Flies to the Moon' theme, with events including a ball at the ULM Bayou Pointe Event Center and a parade on Feb. 15, alongside community visits.  KNOE

ECONOMY NEWS

  • A guide on various programs aimed at assisting individuals and families in achieving homeownership, highlighting options like USDA loans, FHA loans, and down payment assistance among others.  KNOE

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Middle school students competed in the KidWind Challenge at the University of Louisiana Monroe, crafting wind turbines to learn about engineering and inspire careers in STEM.  KNOE

SPORTS NEWS

  • Appalachian State faces UL Monroe in a key Sun Belt Conference game, with both teams looking to improve their standings.  KEDM

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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