Morning
Monroe
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers partnering with Miracles to Milestones and the city are building an all-inclusive playground in Forsythe Park for children with physical, sensory and vision difficulties — the project has cost over $750,000, taken three years, and is set to be complete by the weekend's end. KNOE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ULM announced the President's and Dean's Lists for Spring 2026. Undergraduates taking at least 12 semester hours must earn a 3.9 or 3.5 GPA to qualify, and eligible students omitted in error should contact the Office of Marketing & Communications. KEDM
- ➤ University of Louisiana Monroe President Dr. Carrie L. Castille awarded degrees to 954 graduates during the Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies held on May 9. The degrees, which included honors and multiple achievements, were officially conferred on May 13 — marking a memorable academic milestone. KEDM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Experts at SWEPCO and Entergy advise Monroe residents to use programmable thermostats, clean air filters, seal drafts, and close blinds to lower electric bills as summer temperatures rise. Their tips help manage peak air conditioner use and support grid stability. KNOE
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Three 5-week-old kittens arrived at the local shelter last week as part of a recent intake of about 30 kittens over two weeks. Those interested in adopting can contact the shelter + learn about availability. KNOE
- ➤ A Monroe shelter lists Suzy Q, a 9-year-old dog, for adoption after her family could no longer care for her. She is in perfect health (well trained and sweet) and ready to join a new home. KNOE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ULM Athletic Director SJ Tuohy said the sports department exceeded its 2024-2025 budget by $1.5 million and plans to return to neutral by pursuing corporate sponsorships and cost-saving measures — current sports team budgets remain unchanged. KNOE
- ➤ Union Parish High School named Dimitri Carr as its new head football coach. Carr, who previously turned around Arcadia High (taking them from an 0-10 season to a state semifinal finish) and served as assistant head coach in 2024, brings ample experience to lead his team. KNOE
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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.
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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.
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