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State expands electronic filing and payment mandate for business taxes
Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, the Louisiana Department of Revenue will expand its electronic filing and payment mandate to business tax returns, forms, payments and fees including all withholding taxes and most sales & use taxes. The expansion of the electronic filing and payment mandate is part of an ongoing initiative to reduce costs and streamline tax administration processes. The expanded electronic mandate includes: All sales & use tax returns except the Louisiana Consumer Use Tax Return, the Fairs,
United Way NELA to Open 2026 Partner Agency Program Investment Process
United Way of Northeast Louisiana is pleased to announce that the annual Partner Agency Program Investment Process will open on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. This process invites qualified 501(c)(3) organizations to apply for United Way support as we work together to improve lives throughout our 12-parish region. At United Way of Northeast Louisiana, we envision a community where all individuals and families achieve their human potential through education, income stability, and healthy lives. Every agency
Arts Council Launches “mARTi Gras: Let the Good Times ART!” Community Mask Project
The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council is excited to announce the launch of mARTi Gras: Let the Good Times ART!, a free, region-wide creative initiative inviting children and families to celebrate Mardi Gras through hands-on artmaking. This year’s project is presented in partnership with Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere, bringing together two beloved aspects of our community: arts engagement and Carnival tradition. The mARTi Gras Mask Project provides students with a printable Mardi Gras mask
City of West Monroe to host annual Tree Lighting on Monday, Dec. 2
The City of West Monroe has announced the date for its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event will take place on Monday, Dec. 2. The ceremony will be held on Dec 2nd at 7 p.m. at the West Monroe City Hall parking lot located at 2305 N. 7th Street. The public is invited to view the official lighting of the City Hall Christmas Tree as well as several live Christmas Trees located on the grounds of City Hall that have been decorated by local schools and organizations. The Tree Lighting event
DMWM Welcomes Sabrina McKinney as Newest Destination Development Specialist
Discover Monroe-West Monroe (DMWM) is welcoming aboard Haughton native Sabrina McKinney as the new Destination Development Specialist. Sabrina began her role in the Operations Department on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. Prior to joining the DMWM staff, she worked as the Director of Strategic Operations at Paragon Press where she focused on workflow improvement, creative marketing solutions, and cost analysis. Through her experience in commercial print, project coordination and community-focused
ULM presents Kaleidoscope: A Global Holiday Celebration on Dec. 2
The University of Louisiana Monroe School of Visual and Performing Arts is excited to announce “Kaleidoscope: A Global Holiday Celebration.” The program is an immersive experience incorporating vocal and instrumental music, dance, and visual art. Kaleidoscope will take place in Brown Theatre, 4001 DeSiard St. in Monroe on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the program begins at 7:00 p.m. General admission tickets are $20 per person. ULM faculty and staff tickets are $15 per
Land of Lights to Open in Downtown West Monroe on Thursday
The Land of Lights in Downtown West Monroe is now officially opening on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Starting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, visitors and locals in Ouachita Parish can freely walk through a magical wonderland of light displays at the entrance at the Corner of Cotton and Pine Street in West Monroe. Special appearances of Christmas characters will be available for photos on some Saturday nights during the holiday season. Three built in photo opportunities at the Land of Lights include
