Morning
Monroe
Monday, August 25th, 2025
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sterlington Police are asking local residents for help finding 15-year-old William Larkin as he remains missing and anyone with information is urged to call (318) 665-4532. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ MNU agents arrested a Monroe man on numerous drug charges — the arrest came after an investigation last week. The Ouachita Citizen
- ➤ Sterlington Police are asking for help finding 15-year-old William Larkin and urge anyone with information to call (318) 665-4532. MyArkLaMiss
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Northeast Louisiana Delta African-American Heritage Museum in Monroe is urging local membership support to help preserve the Delta’s cultural heritage amid declining public and private funding. Museum officials say that funds raised keep archives and exhibits alive—an investment in educating future generations. MyArkLaMiss
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of West Monroe will begin construction on the Sunshine Heights Drainage Improvement Project shortly after September 2 to improve stormwater management and address persistent flooding in the area. Utility contractors are already relocating infrastructure along Otis and Swiss streets — city officials say the project is part of a broader effort to resolve flooding issues. MyArkLaMiss
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West Monroe Gar Rodeo
5 PM — Downtown West Monroe La — Registration fees apply — Experience the thrill of fishing for Louisiana's ancient gar in a lively community competition.
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Recovery Movie Screening: 28 Days
1-3:30 p.m. — Ouachita Parish Public Library - Main Branch — Free admission — Experience a powerful film about addiction, healing, and resilience.
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Open House at 2504 Pargoud Landing
7-9 p.m. — 2504 Pargoud Landing, Monroe, LA — Free entry — Explore charming homes in Monroe's real estate market at this open house event.
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