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Monroe
Saturday, May 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On May 24, the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office investigated a homicide in Monroe after a vehicle crashed into an apartment building on Roy Drive with one person inside suffering a gun shot wound who later died—authorities issued an arrest warrant for second-degree murder and the suspect is in custody. KNOE
- ➤ Attorney Carroll Powell Lexing filed a lawsuit on behalf of Neverless Robbson, who claims Investigator Cody Kinniard used excessive force during a May 31 vehicle stop outside his home—this suit follows a grand jury's refusal to charge Kinniard in a November 2024 shooting. KNOE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Miss Louisiana Organization is launching its new Diamond Fleur De Lis Program to empower pre-teen girls with one-day mentorship on June 20 — registration closes on June 1 for girls aged 11 to 13 by December 31, and participants pay a $250 fee. Girls will also receive a ticket for any night of the Miss Louisiana competition from June 19-21. KNOE
SPORTS NEWS
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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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JSE Team Camp: High School Basketball Showcase
12-5 p.m. — West Monroe Sports & Events — Ticket fees apply — Showcase your basketball skills at Louisiana's only NCAA-approved event for high school teams.
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