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Monroe
Thursday, February 20th, 2025
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In South Monroe, tenants face severe living conditions with a non-functional HVAC system, mold, rodents, and structural damages, as efforts for repair from the landlord fall short. KNOE
- ➤ Discover Monroe-West Monroe and Jac’s Craft Smokehouse in Ouachita Parish were awarded for their significant impacts on Louisiana's tourism industry during the 2025 Louey Tourism Awards. KNOE
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lea Joyner Memorial Expressway in Monroe, LA, is closed temporarily because of winter weather, as reported by the Louisiana Department of Transportation. KNOE
- ➤ A house fire in Ouachita Parish resulted in the death of a 68-year-old man, with the State Fire Marshal highlighting the importance of smoke alarm maintenance and safe heating practices. KNOE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 61-year-old was fatally shot in Monroe during a disturbance, with the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office currently investigating the incident. KNOE
- ➤ Former Union Parish and LSU running back Trey Holly will face trial on July 7 for charges of illegal weapon use and aggravated criminal damage to property, following a grand jury's dismissal of an initial attempted second-degree murder charge. KNOE
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local bakeries in Monroe and West Monroe are experiencing challenges due to rising egg prices. KNOE
- ➤ Meta has employed several University of Louisiana Monroe School of Construction Management graduates for its AI data center project. The Ouachita Citizen
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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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Healthy Kids Society Featuring The Bellamy Brothers
This event showcases The Bellamy Brothers in support of the Healthy Kids Society at the WL Jack Howard Theatre in Monroe, LA.
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