Morning
Monroe
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bear is a German Shepherd mix—estimated to be between 3 1/2 and 4 years old—and available for adoption at the Humane Society Adoption Center of Monroe, where Director Terri Matthews said he could be a great match for a new home. KNOE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Zeta Phi Beta members from across Louisiana are meeting at the ULM Hangar in Monroe for their state convention themed 'The Extraordinary Power of She'—focusing on social, health, and economic justice. Key speakers—Professor Angela Allen Bell and state director Carmelita Roberts—are highlighting the sorority’s legacy and its ongoing commitment to community service. KEDM
- ➤ Today, the 1st Annual Chatham Festival of Arts begins in Chatham — featuring around 20 local artists, four food trucks, live music by headliner Matthew Looney and art classes with free kids’ crafts — and offers free admission for all. MyArkLaMiss
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo showcased Mr. Butters—a leopard gecko from the Middle East—as part of its Zoo to You program this week. Education curator Jody Nobles explained he has clawed feet and eyelids and is featured in outreach events to teach visitors about wildlife. MyArkLaMiss
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Ouachita Parish Police Jury partnered with RWE Clean Energy and McCarthy Building Companies to invest in Tanglewood Community Park Playground — a new safe and inclusive space for children and families that was celebrated earlier this week in West Monroe. Police Jury Vice President Lonnie Hudson accepted the donation as the project marks a step forward in community development. MyArkLaMiss
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Red is a gentle cat available for adoption through MyLove Daily Cats (he gets along well with kids) and (he is friendly with other cats or as a single pet) and is waiting to join a new home. KNOE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The first round of high school football playoffs have begun in Monroe—KNOE’s Pigskin Picking Prognosticator released his picks and invited fans of Aaron Dietrich to submit photos for potential features on newscasts and social media. Friday Night Blitz will air at 10 p.m. throughout the season. KNOE
- ➤ Wossman upset Minden — ending Carroll's season during a high school football playoff game last night, with the result impacting the tournament standings for local teams. KNOE
- ➤ Briarfield Academy won the Downs Law Firm Cheerleader Challenge 2025 & outperformed its competitors in a tight race on November 14th. KNOE
- ➤ High school football playoffs show mixed results as West Monroe advanced in the first round while Ouachita won a close game—Franklin Parish moved into the second round as West Ouachita lost on the road. KNOE
- ➤ Friday night high school football saw St. Fred pummel Cedar Creek, Richwood knock off Caldwell, and Oak Grove, Union and Ferriday advance in the playoffs — 28 area teams are now competing for a state championship. KNOE
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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.
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Monroe Jingle Bell Run
7-11 a.m. — Forsythe Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate the season with a festive 5K and Half-Marathon while promoting community fitness.
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Newsong Christmas Volunteer Event
3:30-7 p.m. — Ouachita Parish High School — Free entry — Spread some holiday cheer by volunteering at this community-driven Christmas event.
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