Good morning, Monroe.

City of Monroe announced plans to build its second all-inclusive playground at Forsythe Park to honor Benjamin Sirmon's legacy.

Community build days are set for May 7, 8 & 9 for businesses & volunteers to help construct this accessible space.

Hope House, a nonprofit in West Monroe serving the homeless, needs food, cleaning supplies, and paper/plastic goods to support its weekend meal program, and donations can be dropped off at 204 Sandifer Road plus 208 Hood Street after calling Patrick or Dee Jiles at 318-737-8463.

Barry Stevens, president and CEO of the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council, announced on Good Morning ArkLaMiss that BLEND 2026 will take place on May 3 to celebrate local arts.

The event is set to showcase community creativity and artistic talent.

A new National Education Association review shows that teacher pay in Louisiana, averaging $56,785, has fallen nearly 5% when adjusted for inflation since 2017 and public school enrollment dropped by 0.3% in the latest school year, adding pressure on local education funding & support.

Construction crews began an $813,720 sidewalk project on McMillan Road in West Monroe today as DOTD installs sidewalks and ramps for safer travel.

Lane closures from Hines Lane to Fairview Street will last about two weeks while a retaining wall is built and work ends by late summer.

Local officials urge residents to enable alerts on their phones and review tornado safety plans as tornado season is underway.

They advise planning safe shelter spots at home and in public (for example, sturdy buildings) to ensure quick protection when storms approach.

Justin Moore: One Moore Night

7-11 p.m. — Fant-Ewing Coliseum — Beneficiary event — Experience an exclusive acoustic show supporting ULM student-athletes' success.

Do The Crawl de Mayo Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Vibez Lounge — Tickets required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo early with festive drinks, contests, and lively pub crawling in Downtown Monroe.

1st Sundays at The Zoo

3-9 p.m. — Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo — Free parking — Experience a vibrant evening with live performances, great food, and backyard fun.

Troy Trojans vs. Louisiana Monroe Warhawks Baseball

1-3 p.m. — University of Louisiana Monroe — Free entry — Watch exciting college baseball action between Troy and ULM Warhawks.

Kitten Yoga Session

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Half Moon Studio — Proceeds benefit River Cities Humane Society — Unwind with yoga while cute kittens play around you.

K-POP WARRIORS Live Show

3-7 p.m. — West Monroe Sports & Events — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy a high-energy K-Pop-inspired show with music, dance, and colorful characters.