Good morning, Monroe.

Jo Ann Deal of the Better Business Bureau warns residents to beware of door-to-door scammers offering storm cleanup and home repairs with upfront deposits; she advises verifying licenses (and insurance) and following local ordinances to avoid legal issues and file police reports if needed.

Monroe Mayor Friday Ellis is selling t-shirts for three days to raise funds for local non-profits as the community recovers from a severe winter storm.

The shirts feature the phrase +It's Friday's fault+ and proceeds support groups such as United Way and Granny Goins Soup Kitchen.

Monroe Mayor Friday Ellis is selling t-shirts today to support local non-profits + aid community recovery after a recent brutal winter storm that claimed nine lives statewide.

Monroe water system pressure has begun to rebound after the recent winter storm.

City officials said crews continue monitoring the system as it gradually returns to normal.

Entergy Louisiana is hosting three information centers at West Monroe Community Center, Bastrop City Hall, and General Trass High School in Lake Providence to answer customer questions and provide hygiene kits, food, blankets, plus cots amid ice storm delays.

Over 3,800 workers are working safely to meet new restoration dates.

Night of Cakes 2026

5:30-9 p.m. — West Monroe Convention Center — Cost varies — Indulge in cakes and bid on enticing mystery bags for a good cause.

Jester Jog 2026 Color Celebration

9-10 a.m. — Alley Park — Registration fee applies — Run the vibrant Mardi Gras Parade Route in a colorful three-mile fun run.

Run for the Roses 5k

8 AM – 12 PM — Forsythe Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Valentine’s Day by running for a cause and supporting philanthropy with Alpha Omicron Pi.