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Monroe
Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Aspiring homeowners are encouraged to attend the Monroe Housing Fair where professionals in Ouachita Parish will share tips on buying and financing a home — the event aims to make homeownership more accessible. KNOE
- ➤ Community members gathered at Northeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery on May 26—bringing together people of all ages—to honor fallen heroes who gave their lives for our country on Memorial Day. The event served as a respectful tribute to these local heroes. KNOE
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Monroe police arrested a local man last week (accused of firing his gun at a crowd) following reports of the incident. The Ouachita Citizen
- ➤ Jo Ann Deal of the Better Business Bureau warned veterans and active service members on Good Morning ArkLaMiss yesterday about online fraud schemes targeting pension benefits—fraudsters aim to steal funds through deceptive online tactics. KNOE
- ➤ Jo Ann Deal with the Better Business Bureau warned veterans and active service members today about online fraud schemes known as pension poaching that trick them into paying for services and affecting their access to VA benefits — the warning was shared on Good Morning ArkLaMiss. KNOE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries warned Monroe residents that high water levels and debris are raising dangers near waterways and reported 96 water-related deaths from 2020 to 2024 along with five boating deaths in early 2025. Officials advised wearing life jackets, not swimming alone, using reach and throw rescue methods, and avoiding alcohol while boating to lower risks. 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 May 24th, the Table Tennis Championship took place at the West Monroe Sports Complex — local players competed in organized matches at the event. MyArkLaMiss
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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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Kitten Shower
10 AM – 4 PM — Ouachita Valley Branch Library — Free admission — Celebrate kittens with snuggles, refreshments, and educational demonstrations.
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Pre-Father's Day Blues Show
6-11:59 p.m. — The Hub Event Venue — General Admission $33.85, VIP $81.88 — Experience vibrant blues music on the Creed & Creed Stage before Father's Day.
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Open House at 116 Bordeaux Drive
7-9 p.m. — 116 Bordeaux Dr, West Monroe, LA — Free entry — Explore a charming home with spacious rooms and an inviting atmosphere, perfect for summer relaxation.
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