Good morning, Monroe.

ARCO Executive Director Roma Kidd retired Tuesday night in Monroe after 45 years leading the organization.

She was honored at a local ceremony (celebrating her work connecting people with developmental disabilities to essential services) and leaves a legacy for continued community support.

West Monroe Community Center is running its summer program 'Turning Pages'—which builds children's confidence—while a new grant will add more students to the ongoing activities in West Monroe.

Louisiana Endowment of the Humanities announced free Prime Time literacy programs for fall, offering six weekly sessions with award-winning children’s books for ages 3–10.

Sessions launch in northeast Louisiana, including at Lenwil Elementary in West Monroe on Sept. 29 (others announced).

Eight Monroe City Schools students and their teacher will travel to China on July 5 to study Chinese history and culture, supported by the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum.

The trip offers a chance for direct cultural exchange and learning.

Monroe native Quartermaster Seaman Aaliyah Crow used an alidade during joint training on June 9 with the USS Arlington — a sea and anchor evolution that was part of the America 250 celebration.

The exercise highlighted the Navy’s advanced tech in practice.

Acadian Ambulance launched a free online Autism Hub today to help Ouachita Parish first responders assist people with autism during emergencies; the resource features communication boards in three languages and special seat belt covers for both verbal and nonverbal individuals.

The Northeast Delta Human Services Authority is hosting its 2026 Annual Opioid Summit tomorrow to discuss local opioid challenges and coordinate health resources.

A ULM graduate has launched a nonprofit that provides direct financial support to families coping with memory loss in the Monroe region, making it one of the only local resources of its kind.

NELA Legacy Color Run

8 a.m. — Forsythe Park — Registration required — Enjoy a vibrant day of running with options for all ages in the heart of Monroe.