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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Michael L. Riggins, a 62 year old owner of Bluewater Healthcare in West Monroe, pleaded guilty on June 5 to a scheme lasting from 2018 to 2023—submitting over $3.8 million in false Medicare claims—and he faces sentencing on October 2 with up to 10 years in prison. MyArkLaMiss
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Linda Lavender, founder of the Linda Lavender School of Dance and Twin City Ballet, died on June 4 at 83. She spent 60 years guiding local dancers—funeral details will be shared as soon as they are available. KNOE
- ➤ Monroe officials announced that longtime dance teacher Linda Lavender died at 83 on June 4. Her work founding Twin City Ballet and teaching for over 60 years—shaping generations of local dancers—will leave a lasting impact on the arts community. MyArkLaMiss
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Officials from the Ouachita Parish School Board joined Demetrious Gamble on NBC 10 News Today to discuss summer enrollment details for local families—explaining the steps needed for students to sign up. MyArkLaMiss
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ouachita Parish Fire Department is accepting applications for new firefighters and will review candidate submissions as they are received. KNOE
- ➤ On June 5, 2025, Major Anthony Washington from the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Va—earning a rare honor given to less than one percent of law enforcement officers. MyArkLaMiss
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State health officials warned yesterday of mosquito-borne illnesses that could cause deadly results—local residents are urged by the CDC to protect themselves by using repellents and removing standing water. 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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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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