Morning
Monroe
Saturday, March 29th, 2025
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Monroe’s GEO Reentry Services hosted a Transition Graduation event to give individuals charged with a crime a second chance in life. The program offers services such as a twelve step program, parenting classes, substance abuse help, and job readiness training—assisting participants in getting IDs and licenses. KNOE
- ➤ Kiroli Park in West Monroe will soon feature a rainbow bridge for pet owners to honor their lost pets as part of a project led by Julie Pfeiffer. She has raised over $560 with a goal of $1,200 and the city will build the bridge near the dog park so owners can leave a collar to remember their pets. KNOE
- ➤ GEO Reentry Services hosted a Transition Graduation on March 28th to give those charged with a crime a second chance in life—aiming to build a path toward new beginnings. KNOE
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Monroe Police Department said cyclist Kevin Johnston died after being struck by a car just before 7 a.m. on March 26 at the corner of Riverside Drive and Rochelle Street — blood work will show if the driver was impaired. KNOE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office is looking for Patrice Golson, a 26-year-old from Monroe who was last seen leaving her home on Shady Lane on March 24 at 2:30 a.m.—she wore a black jacket, light-colored sweatpants and Nike slides—and asks anyone with tips to call the sheriff’s office. KNOE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles will offer Real ID walk-in appointments statewide—letting residents obtain their identification without a scheduled appointment. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ On March 28, Congresswoman Julia Letlow attended the Morehouse Parish Chamber of Commerce Lunch in Bastrop—she explained that tariffs serve as a negotiation tool, praised the success of the Farmers Assistance Program for drought-hit farmers, and previewed the $10 billion Meta Center project for northeast Louisiana. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ The University of Louisiana System held an executive committee meeting on March 28 at 10 a.m. to discuss a presidential transition after ULM launched its search for a new president—Dr. Ron Berry had announced he would return to the classroom. KNOE
- ➤ The West Monroe Sports and Event Center will host the 2025 Mayor's Prayer Breakfast on May 1 at 7:30 a.m. with guest speakers Korie Robertson, Sadie Robertson Huff and Chrys Howard. Blake Wheelis Insurance Agency sponsors the event and offers $20 individual tickets and reserved tables at $250. KEDM
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On-Site Tour of Gardens of Somerset
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Gardens of Somerset | Free entry | Explore top-rated senior living options emphasizing quality care, meals, and engaging activities.
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Louisiana Blue - Medicare Advantage Member Event
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Vantage Venues — Free entry — Engage in health screenings and informative seminars tailored for Medicare Advantage members.
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Autism Acceptance Festival 5k and Fun Run
8:30 – 10:30 AM — Kiroli Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a fun run to promote autism acceptance in the community.
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ULM Spring Concert: BigXthaPlug
8-10 p.m. — Fant-Ewing Coliseum — Admission: Ticket Prices Vary — Celebrate the ULM Spring Fever Concert featuring the dynamic artist BigXthaPlug.
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Louisiana Bayou Showdown
7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — West Monroe Sports & Events — $20 daily admission — Catch the excitement of competitive basketball matchups at the Inaugural Bayou Showdown.
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