Good morning, Monroe.

Help Meowt Feline Rescue in Monroe offers two three-month-old kittens—José and Valentino—for adoption with an $80 fee that includes spay/neuter and vaccines.

The rescue is seeking foster homes and donations of food, litter, and cleaning supplies as it faces high intake numbers.

Atmos Energy fed jambalaya plates to over 200 first responders in Ouachita Parish on Friday.

The company said the meal served as a thank-you to those who protect and serve the community.

Linda Pettit’s Dancing Cat Farm offers the friendly cat Takoda for adoption; he is neutered, microchipped, and current on his initial vaccines.

The $85 fee covers full vetting, rabies, PRCP and FeLV vaccines, de-wormer, and spay/neuter procedures — a step to ease pet overpopulation in the community.

Ouachita Parish officials said that hosting the Miss Louisiana pageant at the Monroe Civic Center will boost local business — hotels, restaurants and shops are expected to see more visitors as the event draws tourism and promotes future returns.

They explained that this pageant not only showcases local culture but also brings an economic lift to the area.

On June 20th the City of Monroe announced that Downtown Monroe Main Street earned National Accreditation from Main Street America for the 2025 program based on its 2024 performance — officials said this achievement places the downtown program among the nation’s top-tier initiatives. It joins 21 other Louisiana communities in a national network aimed at revitalizing downtown areas — a move that underscores ongoing local progress.

On Friday, a federal appeals court ruled unanimously that Louisiana law H.B.71, which requires every public school classroom to display a government-approved Protestant version of the Ten Commandments, violates the First Amendment.

Attorney General Liz Murrill said she would seek further relief from the full Fifth Circuit and possibly the U.S. Supreme Court — a move based on the precedent set by Stone v. Graham.

Five more mosquito pools in Ouachita Parish tested positive for West Nile Virus on Friday, June 20, bringing the total to 16—mosquito abatement crews treated sites in West Monroe and Monroe and urged residents to use insect repellent and wear long sleeves to avoid bites.

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.

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.