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Monroe
Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A press conference was held today in Monroe ahead of the Miss Louisiana Pageant returning this week — organizers outlined key event details — and local officials expect the competition to boost community interest. MyArkLaMiss
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Monroe Mayor Staci Mitchell said Glenwood Regional Medical Center now has more local control after a change in ownership—local leaders now have a greater role in hospital decisions. Hospital CEO Dr. Mark Boersma stated the hospital maintained quality care without any supply issues. KNOE
- ➤ Multiple law enforcement offices in Northeast Louisiana report a cellular outage that is disrupting 911 operations—LaSalle and Concordia Parishes cannot answer calls while Lincoln Parish has issues with its office and courthouse systems, though Winn Parish’s 911 service remains operational. KNOE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On June 16, 2025, the Ouachita Parish Mosquito Abatement District reported that about 10 locations, including West Monroe—between First West and West Monroe High School—and Monroe at Mt. Vernon, Renwick Street, River Oaks and between Ferrand and Highway 165 tested positive for West Nile virus. The district treated the mosquito pools with larvicide and adulticide and urged residents to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites. MyArkLaMiss
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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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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