Morning
Monroe
Thursday, February 13th, 2025
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Monroe is set to begin the Barbados Blvd. pavement and drainage repair project with a groundbreaking ceremony on February 18, 2025, to enhance safety and infrastructure sustainability. KEDM
- ➤ The Krewe of Janus parade in Monroe, La, will proceed despite expected storms on Feb. 15, with officials emphasizing safety precautions. KNOE
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 18-wheeler overturned on I-20 East near Calhoun, causing congestion with no injuries reported, as emergency crews respond. KNOE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Monroe City School Board allocated $316,121 for educational services from local and national organizations to support classroom teachers and develop new programs. The Ouachita Citizen
- ➤ The University of Louisiana Monroe, in collaboration with Senator Katrina Jackson-Andrews and other officials, offers free ACT preparation workshops for students in grades 7-12, including meals. KNOE
- ➤ Louisiana's education ranking improved from 49th to 32nd thanks to efforts by teachers and parental engagement, as highlighted by Superintendent Dr. Cade Brumley during a visit to Claiborne Elementary. KNOE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Monroe City Council has allocated an additional $193,000 towards enhancing chillers and electrical systems at various community centers. The Ouachita Citizen
- ➤ U.S. Senator John Kennedy introduced the 'No Propaganda Act' to defund the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, aiming to impact funding for NPR and PBS due to concerns over spending and potential political bias. KNOE
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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.
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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.
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Kappa Delta's Annual Shamrock Color Run at University of Louisiana-Monroe
The Kappa Delta sorority hosts a 5k color run and 1k fun run, benefitting Prevent Child Abuse America and the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, featuring a small market and activities for all ages and pets.
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