Monroe Local News – Friday, December 13th, 2024

Morning Monroe

Friday, December 13th, 2024

Good morning, Monroe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ The Union Parish Chamber of Commerce's Christmas in the Lake D'Arbonne State Park has begun, featuring campers decorating with lights. KNOE
➤ The Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo is set to host 'Jungle Bells,' a free festive event for the entire family on Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. KNOE

CRIME NEWS

➤ A Monroe woman was arrested for looting a fire-damaged residence. The Ouachita Citizen
➤ Robbery and theft rise by approximately 20% in December, with a notable increase in Monroe, encouraging residents to take precautions. KNOE

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Monroe City officials hosted a virtual public hearing to discuss their five-year plan on affordable housing and community development, seeking community feedback. KNOE
➤ The court revisits the debate on displaying the 10 commandments in schools in West Monroe, Louisiana. MyArkLaMiss

MONROE EVENTS

EVENTS

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Jingle Bell Run in Monroe, LA

This event features a 13.1-mile and a 5K run held at Forsythe Park in Monroe, Louisiana.

Sat, 12/14/24

Saturday, December 14th, 2024
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay on Strings

Experience a live, multi-sensory performance of Coldplay's music by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at 111 Cotton.

Sat, 12/21/24

Saturday, December 21st, 2024
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MONROE REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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MONROE JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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MONROE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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