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Monroe
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ King and Queen Janus XLIII Clif and Lynda Bergeron appeared on Good Morning ArkLaMiss to detail upcoming events hosted by the Krewe of Janus—events that are expected to engage local residents. KNOE
- ➤ Councilwoman Juanita Woods invited residents to join a community cleanup on November 1 at Tried Stone Baptist Church—3022 Bronson Street in Monroe; the cleanup will run from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.—volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and bring a refillable water bottle. MyArkLaMiss
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lula Perl Café, owned by Paul Halaszyn, has quickly become a favorite spot since it opened in July 2023 at 103 Pelican Boulevard—he prepared a BLT using local produce from Big Daddy Farms and a Boursin cheese omelet during NBC 10’s Treat Yourself Tuesday segment. MyArkLaMiss
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Department of Education is reviewing physical education standards to add lifelong fitness, health literacy, and measurable outcomes as traditional activities like kickball give way to more inclusive skill development. A first draft is expected next year and the updated plan will take effect in the 2026-27 school year — public input will help shape the final standards. KNOE
- ➤ On October 28, Ouachita Parish Schools named Angela Spivey of Robinson Elementary, DeBorah Brown of Richwood Middle, and Doll Ann Johnson of Sterlington High as Principals of the Year for 2025-2026—each school level is honored for strong leadership. MyArkLaMiss
- ➤ Louisiana education officials are considering a review of physical education standards in schools that have long used activities like kickball and basketball—changes may update these programs soon. The review aims to modernize lessons that have remained the same for decades. KNOE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brett Bell of Cedar Creek and Micah Mosher and D’Siah Bradshaw of Ouachita Christian School have been added to Aaron’s Aces—an honor list recognizing outstanding players. KNOE
- ➤ The 2025 USTPA World Finals are underway at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center in West Monroe — the event started on Oct. 27 and runs through Nov. 1 — featuring team penning and ranch sorting classes. Cash and prizes up to $150,000 are offered and the finals are expected to boost the local economy by $454,469 for Ouachita Parish. KEDM
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Ainsley's Angels 10th Annual Rolling On The River 5K
10:30 PM – 12:30 AM — 501 Mane St, West Monroe, LA — Registration starting from $2.99 — Celebrate inclusivity with a fun 5K featuring in-person and virtual options.
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Ancestral Artistry Film Screening
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum — General Admission — Explore the influence of African and Creole architecture in Louisiana through a special film screening and Q&A session.
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Dylan Scott Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Monroe Civic Center — Tickets required — Experience a night of country music with rising star Dylan Scott.
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Barak Shriners' Circus
All day — Barak Shrine Temple — Pricing varies — Experience an enchanting circus with majestic elephants, daring trapeze acts, and whimsical clowns.
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Football Match: South Alabama Jaguars vs. UL Monroe Warhawks
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Malone Stadium — Cost info not specified — Witness a thrilling matchup between South Alabama and UL Monroe in college football action.
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