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Tuesday, June 03, 2025
After nearly 20 years of dedicated service, Dr. Matthew Thornton has announced his decision to step down as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Center for Children & Families, effective June 30, 2025. Matt has served as the CEO since 2018, guiding the organization through significant growth and expansion in providing advocacy, counseling, education, and prevention services to children and ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Downtown West Monroe will continue its monthly concert series, Ouachita Live, on May 30 with internationally touring blues artist Selwyn Birchwood and his band. Ruston native D.K. Harrell will make a rare special guest appearance on stage with Birchwood. Sponsor Louisiana Lottery will present the May show.
The free outdoor concert series takes place on the last Friday of every month from ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Community, Press Release
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Keep West Monroe Beautiful is excited to once again launch its "Frame the Drain" storm drain art project.
Local artists are being sought to submit renderings to paint public storm drains in the City of West Monroe with messages that remind the public the importance of keeping litter out of our storm drains. Selected artists will receive a stipend to paint the storm drain this summer.
The ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
The University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors has named Carrie Castille, Ph.D., the tenth president of The University of Louisiana Monroe. Castille is the first female president in the university’s nearly 94-year history.
“I am incredibly honored and grateful to be named the tenth president of this incredible institution. I believe that great days are ahead for the University of ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Discover Monroe-West Monroe (DMWM) officially launched Phase I of the Ouachita Paddling Trails on May 14, 2025, at Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge Boat Dock. This new outdoor initiative highlights the natural asset of our rivers, lakes, bayous and is designed to help visitors and locals explore and enjoy our outdoor resources more easily.
The website, www.ouachitapaddlingtrails.com, ...read more
Categories: Community, Human Interest, Press Release
Sunday, April 06, 2025
The Louisiana Trust for Historic Preservation requests that professional artists and artist teams submit proposals for the creation of original, site-specific artwork to serve as markers in places impacted by the 1927 flood, as part of a multi-regional centennial observance.
Communities, artists, and organizations are encouraged to get involved during the timeline of the project, 2026-2027, and ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
