Good morning, Monroe.

Everhold Siblings will host the Together We Gold Community Fun Day soon, as founder Apolonya Williams discussed the plans on Good Morning ArkLaMiss (more details to follow).

Jo Ann Deal with the Better Business Bureau of Monroe discussed high school sports streaming scams on Good Morning ArkLaMiss yesterday, urging locals to verify streaming services before making purchases.

Shelby Bordelon, Miss Louisiana 2026, finished first runner-up at Miss America & earned thousands in scholarship money after winning the evening gown portion.

She will retire in June & host a fundraiser for her nonprofit Claire’s Promise on Oct. 3 at Court-to-Table in Baton Rouge.

A Franklin Parish farmer said prolonged drought and rising prices have reduced crop yields and squeezed local profits — he warned that tougher times may lie ahead for regional farms.

AAA reported that the national diesel price reached a record high of $5.51 a gallon on Sept.

7 — Labor Day travel drove up costs and led drivers to adjust fuel-saving habits.

Local Sickle Cell Foundation hosts its annual fundraiser this Thursday in Monroe to support patients who must travel to Shreveport for specialized care, raising awareness of critical healthcare barriers.

ULM will host a water ski tournament on homecoming weekend at Bayou DeSiard on campus, starting Saturday, Sept.

26 and ending Sunday, Sept. 27. The free event includes jumping, tricks and slalom contests, with food and drinks available for fans in the VCOM grass area.