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Friday, February 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • United Way of Northeast Louisiana initiates its fourth annual Love in Action campaign, featuring daily kindness challenges and a donation drive to support Early Head Start Program.  KNOE
  • The West Monroe Police Department's citizen's police academy, starting February 27, aims to build trust between the community and law enforcement through a 12-week educational program.  KNOE
  • West Monroe announces street closures for the Krewe de Riviere Mardi Gras Parade on February 8, 2025, to ensure a smooth event.  MyArkLaMiss

CRIME NEWS

  • The Monroe Police Department seeks public assistance to locate Dexter Starks, wanted for illegal weapon use and related domestic abuse offenses.  KNOE

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Ouachita Parish School Board members discussed a new accountability system on NBC 10 News Today.  MyArkLaMiss

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Morehouse Parish Sheriff’s Office is set to enhance its emergency operations center with a $25,000 state funding boost.  KNOE

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Northeast Louisiana Home Show 2025 - Day 1

    The Northeast Louisiana Home Show offers a comprehensive platform for homeownership needs, featuring local experts and vendors in financing, renovation, and building.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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