Monroe Local News – Saturday, April 26th, 2025

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Saturday, April 26th, 2025

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Mason is a two-year-old dog who came to the shelter after his owner passed away—he is a sweet family pet waiting for a new home at the Ouachita Parish Animal Shelter at 417 Well Road in West Monroe. KNOE
➤ The Northeast Seventh-Day Adventist Church is providing water relief to residents in Tallulah as part of its effort to address the ongoing water crisis. KNOE

CRIME NEWS

➤ The Concordia Parish Sheriff’s Office arrested a 47-year-old woman on April 11 for three counts of forgery, three counts of identity theft and theft greater than $25,000—she is accused of stealing identities and securing over $50,000 in federal loans. KNOE

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ West Monroe Mayor Staci Mitchell joined FOX 14’s Mya Holloway on April 25 to discuss the kickoff of the 2025 Ouachita RiverFest — the event will offer local entertainment and community activities. MyArkLaMiss

SHOP NEWS

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SPORTS NEWS

➤ The LHSAA State Tennis Championship will run from April 28 to May 2 at Forsythe Tennis Center and ULM’s Heard Stadium with divisions I and II playing on the opening day and later matches set for April 29—organizers from Discover Monroe-West Monroe and Northeast Louisiana Community Tennis Association expect the event to boost local business by about $620,850. This is the first major event held at Forsythe Tennis Center—local visitors are set to see the rising talent in the game. KNOE

MONROE EVENTS

EVENTS

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Red, White & Blue Airshow

Gates open 3 p.m. May 2-3, 11 a.m. May 4 — Chennault Aviation & Military Museum — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling aerial performances saluting America's heroes.

Fri, 5/2/25

Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Byron Daniel and The Five Dead Dogs Live

9 p.m. – 1 a.m. — Enoch's Pub and Grill — Entry fee TBA — Experience the vibrant sounds of Southeast Louisiana with Byron Daniel and his band.

Sat, 5/3/25

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Open House at Charming Double Wide

7-9 p.m. — 3815 Elm St, Monroe, LA — Free entry — Discover the potential of a charming double wide mobile home perfect for investors or future homeowners.

Sun, 5/4/25

Sunday, May 4th, 2025
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MONROE REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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MONROE JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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MONROE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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