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Tuesday, January 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • 90.3 KEDM and KXUL in Monroe are broadcasting at reduced power for up to two weeks because of major antenna upgrades, with programming available online during the work.  KEDM

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A car crashed into a hair salon in West Monroe on January 27, causing damage to the premises.  KNOE

CRIME NEWS

  • Monroe Police are investigating reports of meat laced with nails or screws in the Garden District, affecting at least one animal.  KNOE

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Louisiana lawmakers have allocated an extra $7.5 million to the M.J. Foster Promise Program to support students pursuing workforce certifications amid rising industry demand.  KNOE

SPORTS NEWS

  • UL Monroe aims to halt its five-game home losing streak against South Alabama in their first Sun Belt conference meeting of the season.  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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REAL ESTATE

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No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

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No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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