Good morning, Monroe.

Roy Heatherly, Monroe Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, joined Good Morning ArkLaMiss to discuss upcoming holiday events—further details will be shared as plans progress.

The University of Louisiana Monroe College of Business and Social Sciences will host the Business Outlook Summit 2025 at Bayou Pointe Event Center on November 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. + The event will feature national, state and local speakers including keynote expert John Stoltzfus to provide economic forecasts that guide the community as it plans for 2026.

Nominations for the 2026 Remarkable Women are open with entries accepted until December 29—West Monroe residents can honor inspiring women in their community.

A 60-minute special will air in March on the CW, NewsNation and local Nexstar stations—showcasing the winners during Women’s History Month.

Chennault Fest will take place from Nov 7 to Nov 8 at the Chennault Aviation & Military Museum and features rides, a Ferris wheel, live music – Parish County Line on Nov 7 and American Idol winner Laine Hardy on Nov 8 – a petting zoo, food trucks and a fundraiser for the museum and General Claire Chennault Foundation. Tickets cost $20 for adults, $5 for youth and $10 for military.

The CPSB met yesterday to address parking and traffic congestion at T.S.

Cooley and Moss Bluff Elementary Schools—looking at ways to ease problems during drop-off and pick-up times.

Ouachita Green will host the America Recycles Day event at the Monroe Civic Center on November 15 from 9 a.m.—1 p.m. The drive-through event will let residents drop off personal recyclable materials while volunteers assist to promote recycling and protect the environment.

Roma Kidd, the ARCO Executive Director, will retire after 44 years.

She said her greatest joy was watching individuals thrive from early-intervention services to plans for independent living and job opportunities.

Governor Jeff Landry declared Drowsy Driving Prevention Week to help drivers stay alert, and state highway safety officials in Monroe advise spending time outdoors, exercising, and keeping regular meal times to prevent drowsiness before driving.

They recommend anyone feeling sleepy should pull over or get a ride, even if close to home.

Due to a broken water main, the Cheniere Drew North Water System's water is of questionable quality — a limited boil advisory is in effect for customers on Britton Rd, Pine Hills Dr, Hedge Hill Dr, Hodge Hill Cove, Southern Lakes Dr, and for addresses 1011 to 1250 on Hwy 80 E in West Monroe.

Franklin Parish’s Treylon Martin and St. Frederick’s Owen O’Neil were named this week’s Aaron’s Aces — a title given for their strong performance in local sports.

Jonesboro Hodge was crowned the Team of the Week after the Tigers came back from a 14-0 halftime deficit to beat Glenbrook 18-14—enjoying a post-practice pizza party—and now they prepare for their regular season finale against Cedar Creek.

LSU President Wade Rousse appointed Verge Ausberry as the full-time Athletic Director on Tuesday—following head football coach Brian Kelly’s dismissal on October 30 and former AD Scott Woodward’s departure—while board members said Ausberry now has full authority to lead the search for the next head coach. This change comes as LSU looks to stabilize its athletic department.

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.

Barak Shriners' Circus

All day — Barak Shrine Temple — Pricing varies — Experience an enchanting circus with majestic elephants, daring trapeze acts, and whimsical clowns.

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.

TCB Nutcracker Tea & Matinee

9:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Monroe Civic Center — Children 2 and under are free — Enjoy breakfast with Clara and the Nutcracker cast followed by a delightful matinee performance.