Monroe Local News – Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo will hold a ribbon cutting for its new Butterfly Garden on May 5 at 2 PM + the garden will act as a butterfly sanctuary and support conservation efforts with nectar-producing flowers and host plants. MyArkLaMiss
➤ DeVonte' Dixon is KNOE's morning meteorologist who is excited to share today's weather forecast with viewers in ArkLaMiss—he aims to connect with the local community. KNOE

CRIME NEWS

➤ A Monroe man was arrested on April 26 after deputies responded to a shooting on Post Oak Drive that killed a woman—Rufus Ward III, who was previously convicted of domestic abuse, was charged with second-degree murder and firearm possession. KNOE

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ On Tuesday, April 29, the University of Louisiana Monroe held in-person sessions at Bayou Pointe Event Center where presidential candidate semi-finalists met with the university community as part of its ongoing leadership search. KNOE
➤ NBC 10 News Today honored 2025 Ark-La-Miss graduates in West Monroe on April 29th— the broadcast featured a video tribute of the graduates as they prepared for their upcoming ceremonies. MyArkLaMiss

SPORTS NEWS

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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

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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