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Thursday, June 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On June 23, Monroe PD hosted its Senior Citizens Initiative at South Pointe subdivision—seniors enjoyed the event. MyArkLaMiss
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau warned Louisiana citizens about the Rose Harvey Mobile Homes scam reported from West Monroe — consumers are urged to verify offers before any transactions. MyArkLaMiss
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Monroe police, Metro Narcotics and the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office concluded a long-term investigation that led to the indictment and arrest of 17 individuals linked to the Burg Jones Lane Gang for racketeering—sending a stern message against drug trafficking and violence in our community. MyArkLaMiss
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The City of West Monroe will offer free ESL classes for adults in July at West Monroe Community Center. Interested residents can register by calling 318-397-3239 or emailing [email protected] for sessions on July 16, 17, and 18 at 9 a.m. KNOE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Monroe Mayor Friday Ellis and State Representative Neil Riser traveled to Washington D.C. to secure extra funding for the I-20 Amtrak project through Monroe—both were appointed state commissioners by Governor Jeff Landry and expect construction to start soon. KNOE
- ➤ The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is asking residents for input on how to improve state transportation and infrastructure over the next 30 years (the survey is open on its website until June 30). KNOE
- ➤ Next spring, voters statewide will consider a constitutional amendment that would allow district and city court judges to work past 70—details on the new age have not yet been released. The Ouachita Citizen
SPORTS NEWS
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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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