Morning
Monroe
Saturday, April 26th, 2025
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
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
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Henry Ford
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