News for Press Release
Thursday, June 05, 2025
The Louisiana Federation Business & Professional Women’s Club is scheduled to host its 2025 Annual State Conference at the Hilton Garden Inn in West Monroe on June 6-7, 2025.
The theme is “Strong Women for a Stronger World.” This conference is an empowering event bringing together women from across Louisiana to connect, learn and grow as business professionals and leaders. The theme ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Press Release
Wednesday, June 04, 2025
Discover Monroe-West Monroe made a sports-related donation to four high schools in Ouachita Parish after wrapping up a youth tournament during Memorial Day weekend.
Middle and high school teams from around the country participated in the American Youth Table Tennis Organization’s 2025 National Scholastic Table Tennis Championship at the West Monroe Sports & Events facility May 24 – May 25, ...read more
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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
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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
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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
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025
The City of West Monroe will host a Memorial Day Ceremony on Friday, May 23 in downtown West Monroe. The public is invited to attend.
The ceremony will be held on Friday, May 23 at 10 a.m. in the Bell Tower parking lot on Trenton Street in downtown West Monroe.
The NELA 6 Chapter of the Blue Star Mothers will join the city for this ceremony as we remember and honor those who made the ...read more
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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
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
The City of West Monroe Fire Department will be conducting a city-wide flushing program on nearly 800 fire hydrants through June 12.
The City of West Monroe Fire Department will be flushing every fire hydrant across the city, starting on Monday, May 19, beginning on the west side of the city limits, moving east, then south. The process is critical to the overall maintenance of the City’s ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Press Release
Monday, May 19, 2025
Discover Monroe-West Monroe is teaming up with the American Youth Table Tennis Organization to host the 2025 National Scholastic Table Tennis Championship during Memorial Day weekend in West Monroe.
It’s the largest youth team tournament in the country scheduled for May 24-May 26, 2025, at the West Monroe Sports & Events facility, bringing in top schools from about eight states, including ...read more
Categories: 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
Friday, May 02, 2025
Discover Monroe-West Monroe is unveiling the Ouachita Paddling Trails on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The event kicks off at 9:30 a.m. with a short unveiling ceremony at Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge Boat Dock, located at Black Bayou Boat Dock Road, Monroe, LA, 71203. The ceremony will be followed by a guided paddle at 10 a.m. The event is free and open to all paddling enthusiasts. Be ...read more
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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
