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Monroe
Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officer Martin saved a three-week-old infant who was choking at WoodSpring Suites just before noon on March 11 by quickly administering back blows—his swift response prevented a potential tragedy. KNOE
- ➤ The Monroe City Marshal’s Office will host its annual youth fishing tournament at Cheniere Lake Park located at 104 Cheniere Lake Road in West Monroe on Saturday, June 28th — the event will allow local youth to learn fishing skills in a community setting. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ Willie Robertson of the Duck Dynasty clan said his family set a new cup stacking record using souvenir Si cups from Duck Commander—Monroe Mayor Friday Ellis joined them to present an award. The record is featured on the latest episode of Duck Dynasty: The Revival. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ The city announced that Downtown Monroe Main Street was re-accredited by Main Street America for the 2025 program year based on its 2024 performance — a recognition that confirms Monroe’s efforts to revitalize its historic downtown — and joins more than 21 Louisiana communities earning the same status. This achievement reinforces the city’s commitment to preservation-based economic development. MyArkLaMiss
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Delta Community College will relaunch its Process Technology Program this Fall to help students learn manufacturing and maintenance skills. The program offers hands-on lab training with real equipment—like pumps and valves—and partners with industry leaders to grow the local workforce and economy. KNOE
- ➤ Dr. Carrie Castille was named ULM's tenth president on May 19 and she will focus on student success by expanding access and building workforce-ready programs. She will begin a '50 CEOs in 50 Days' listening tour to align academic offerings with local workforce needs. KNOE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a bass tournament on Saturday, June 28 at Lake D’arbonne starting at 6 AM with official weigh-ins at the state park boat ramp pavilion by 3 PM—teams will pay $100 per two-person entry and register at local outlets. MyArkLaMiss
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Acadian Ambulance’s north Louisiana region earned an award from the American Heart Association—The Mission: Lifeline System of Care Target Heart Attack award—for quality care in treating heart attacks and strokes. The recognition underscored its focus on early treatment and coordinated care between EMS and hospitals, officials said. KNOE
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