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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 30, the Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum received a $25,000 donation from the Junior League of Monroe’s endowment fund to help move the museum to Forsythe Park where the old natatorium stood. Director Melissa Saye said the museum is raising $3.5 million and plans to begin construction in the coming months + the project will nearly double its exhibition space. KNOE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting on Wallace Dean Road that was reportedly linked to an attempted burglary on April 30 around 3:30 a.m.—the case remains under review. KNOE
- ➤ Daniel Ross Jr., 56, of Monroe was sentenced to four years of home incarceration for a fatal hit-and-run—Fourth Judicial District Court Judge Scott Leehy defended his decision as the most difficult case of his career. The Ouachita Citizen
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The ULM presidential search committee named two finalists on April 30 — either Chris Broadwater or Carrie Castille may be chosen as the university's next president. The final decision will come in May after a search that began in January following former President Ron Berry's resignation. KNOE
- ➤ Edwin Ray Bryan Jr., president of the Franklin Parish School Board, died on April 25 at 71. He served on the board for 20-year and was a long-time leader in local education. KNOE
- ➤ Three semifinalists in ULM’s presidential search introduced themselves to the community during a four-hour rotating Q&A session on Tuesday, April 29 — they outlined their visions for guiding the university's future. The Ouachita Citizen
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office urged morning commuters to avoid Wallace Dean Road because heavy congestion slowed travel—drivers were advised to take Arkansas Road instead. KNOE
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR The No. 1 best-selling apparel item on Amazon and your new shoe of the summer: Crocs. If you haven’t tried them, Crocs are having a comeback, beloved for being lightweight, comfortable, and easy to slip on and off. The Buy
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 30th, the 5A Region 1 Track and Field Championships ended with Lane Almond tossing a no-hitter that helped the Dragons win over Haynesville. Oak Grove beat Lake Arthur and the League Lights event was held on April 30th—marking a busy day in local sports. MyArkLaMiss
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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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