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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 18, 2025, Louisiana State Police Troop F and the Monroe Field Office partnered with Lincoln and Union Parish Sheriff’s Offices to conduct Operation Safe Streets—resulting in 15 arrests, 119 traffic stops, and the seizure of controlled substances to target violent crime, drug trafficking, and illegal firearms. MyArkLaMiss
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today on Louisiana Living, Ashley Doughty and Melissa Saye discuss upcoming activities at the Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum in West Monroe — the broadcast outlines new exhibits and family events planned for local visitors. MyArkLaMiss
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On June 18, Miss Louisiana contestants and Fleur De Lis princesses participated in the annual style show at Dillard’s in Monroe — drawing visitors from across the region. The event injected over $300,000 into the local economy — local officials said it boosts exposure to Monroe’s dining and attractions. KNOE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Axton Nolan – an 18-year-old graduate of D’Arbonne Woods Charter School – was accepted into the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs and will begin basic training soon; he earned a 4.1 GPA and captained his school’s cross country team with support from his military family. KNOE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state Legislature approved House Bill 264 by Rep. Michael Echols at the end of the regular session—this reform delivers one of the strongest crackdowns on pharmacy benefit managers. The Ouachita Citizen
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Campaign for Tobacco-Free Living is on a mission to stop youth vaping by planning actions that may reduce the use of harmful products among young people. KNOE
TRAVEL NEWS
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~ Jesus
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