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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Amy Moore from the Wellness Center joined NBC 10 News Today in West Monroe with Jadyn Maloney—she led the weekly Movement Monday exercise segment that aired May 5 at 8:39 a.m. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ Yesterday on FOX 14 Your Morning News in West Monroe, Kitty Block from Humane World for Animals joined host Jadyn Maloney to explain how pet owners can protect their pets during hurricane season—offering tips to prepare emergency plans. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ Paddling enthusiasts in Monroe will soon enjoy the new Ouachita Paddling Trails at Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge Boat Dock when Discover Monroe-West Monroe hosts an unveiling ceremony on May 10 at 9:30 a.m. The free event will feature a guided paddle at 10 a.m.—attendees must bring their own kayak or canoe—. KNOE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Seventeen-year-old Dejamerson Woods was arrested May 5 for a shooting at the 76 gas station on Jackson Street on February 26 at 5:25 p.m.—witnesses said he exchanged gunfire with his friend, who was injured in the left leg, and he now faces charges including attempted second-degree murder, illegal possession of a firearm by a juvenile, illegal use of dangerous weapons, and aggravated criminal damage to property. MyArkLaMiss
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Louisiana Monroe will offer a new 24-credit teacher certification program that lets uncertified teachers work while earning certificates in general science and middle school subjects. Applications remain open until May 9 and the program—which begins with summer classes followed by eight-week courses in fall and spring offering free PRAXIS support—will start on May 27 to help address the local teacher shortage. 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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North Louisiana Quilters Guild Monthly Meeting
6:30-8:00 p.m. — 2407 Ferrand St, Monroe, LA — Free entry — Engage with fellow quilting enthusiasts during this monthly gathering.
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