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VCOM-Louisiana and ULM Kitty DeGree School of Nursing Students Participate in CERT Training
This week, on April 8th, our second-year students at the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)-Louisiana completed a two-day CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training, which equipped them with vital disaster response skills, including triage, search and rescue, and shelter operations. Through hands-on simulations and collaboration with local agencies and University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) Kitty Degree nursing students, this annual event prepares future physicians to step up in
The Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum Receives Generous Contribution from The Junior League
The Children's Museum and The Junior League of Monroe are proud to announce a generous contribution of $25,000from the Junior League of Monroe’s Endowment Fund. The funds will go toward the Capital Campaign for the relocation of the museum to Forsythe Park. A check presentation, which marks a significant milestone in the Junior League's ongoing mission to support community initiatives, will be April 30, 2025 at The Children’s Museum at 4PM. Junior League members and their families, local leaders, and
Bayou Jamb Launches Official NFL Girls Flag League – Registration Now Open!
The Bayou Jamb Belles, the ONLY all-girls flag football league in Northeast Louisiana, is excited to announce the launch of its official NFL FLAG league for girls in grades K through 12. Games will be held at Brady Fields in West Monroe, providing a top-tier facility for athletes to showcase their skills. Registration is now open through April 20th at bayoujamb.com. As an official NFL FLAG league, Bayou Jamb Belles offers young athletes the chance to experience the thrill of flag football with authentic NFL
Artist Call - Please Share!
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 participate in various ways, including but not limited to the following: Musical Tribute: Collaborate with local
41st Annual Scholars’ Banquet to Honor 234 Outstanding Students in Ouachita Parish
The Scholars' Banquet Task Force proudly announces the 234 high-achieving students who have qualified for recognition at the 41st Annual Scholars’ Banquet. These students, representing all eleven high schools in Ouachita Parish, have demonstrated exceptional academic performance, earning a minimum 3.5 grade point average through the first seven semesters of high school and scoring at least a 25 on the ACT. This year’s banquet will take place on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Monroe Civic
The Center for Children & Families rallies the community for National Child Abuse Prevention Month
The Center for Children & Families invites the community to join them for an impactful event, "Stand for Hope Together," on April 3, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at The Center for Children & Families located at 622 Riverside Drive, Monroe, LA. This event will serve as a powerful kickoff to National Child Abuse Prevention Month and a call to action for everyone to come together to protect the most vulnerable among us: our children. The event will feature Mayor Friday Ellis of Monroe and Mayor Staci
VCOM-Louisiana Celebrates a 100% Match Rate for Second Consecutive Year
The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM-Louisiana) is proud to announce that, for the second year in a row, its graduating class achieved a 100% match rate in the National Residency Matching Program. This outstanding accomplishment underscores the dedication and hard work of VCOM-Louisiana students, faculty, and staff, as well as the strong partnerships with healthcare institutions across the country. VCOM-Louisiana’s Class of 2025 secured 67% of their placements in primary care fields,
West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber Honors Local Leaders at 2025 Small Business Awards Luncheon
The West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the achievements of local business leaders and organizations at its annual 2025 Small Business Awards Luncheon, held today at the West Monroe Convention Center. The event, presented by Origin Bank, recognized excellence in entrepreneurship, leadership, and community impact among the Chamber’s members.The luncheon welcomed community leaders, elected officials, and Chamber members to honor this year’s outstanding nominees and winners. With
Easter Village 2025 at The Children's Museum
The Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum is hoppy to announce Easter Village 2025 is coming soon! From April 9 to 19th, The Children's Museum will be dEGGorated for Spring! A variety of activities such as cookie dEGGorating, bunny patch visits, make & take a STEM craft, and more are included in your admission fee of $12 per person for ages 2 & up. Tickets for Easter Village are $12 per person and available at the door this year. Tickets for our special events are $18 and can be purchased @nelcm.org soon
2025 St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway
2025 Monroe St. Jude Dream Home Built by BRACO Construction in DeSiard Trace. Estimated value: $440,000 9039 DeSiard Trace Sterlington, LA 71280 Giveaway date: June 12, 2025 House features: Over an acre of land in the DeSiard Trace subdivision including beautiful back porch with open field views Equipped with Generac Home standby Generator, courtesy of Albritton Service Company Contemporary Tudor style home Unique and open floor plan Spacious kitchen with black stainless
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Living Well Foundation Announces Grant Cycle 2025
Grant Cycle 2025 The Board of Directors of the Living Well Foundation announces that a grant cycle will open February 17, 2025, to accept letters of intent, with applications to be completed by March 31, 2025. All requests must be submitted through the online software portal at www.livingwellfoundation.net by the completion date. Priorities for the grant cycle: Healthy lifestyles, including nutrition and food insecurity, physical activity, and wellness Access to healthcare, including medical,
Chamber's Adopt-A School Program Presents Checks to 2025 Grantees
The West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce and Adopt-A-School Committee presented checks to five area teachers during the Ouachita Parish School Board Meeting on Tuesday. These five teachers were the winners of the 2025 Building Bridges Grant from the Chamber’s Adopt-A-School Program with generous sponsorship by Pattern Energy.The grant program is in its second year and had double the amount of applicants from the year prior. The five teachers participated in a competitive application process that
