OPSB Students of the Year Luncheon honors 34 recipients, announces District winners
Ouachita Parish Schools hosted its annual Student of the Year Luncheon, sponsored by Centric Federal Credit Union on Monday, Nov. 19 at ULM's Bayou Pointe. CommuniHealth, West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce and ULM were also sponsors of the room-filled gathering. Students of the Year from 34 schools were in attendance representing fifth grade, eighth grade and twelfth grade students. Every year, each school in the district selects a Student of the Year who competes at the district level
EPC Names Conrad D'Souza Chief Operating Officer
EPC is pleased to announce Conrad D'Souza as its new Chief Operating Officer. With over 25 years of leadership experience, Conrad brings a proven track record of driving growth and operational excellence through strategic initiatives. In his new role, he will streamline operations, implement key performance indicators (KPIs), and foster innovation across business units, with a focus on enhancing EPC’s competitive edge through technology integration and strategic partnerships. Bringing Conrad D'Souza
City of West Monroe to host Wreaths Across America Program on Friday, Dec. 13
Wreaths can be purchased to place on the headstone of a fallen soldier through Nov. 26 The City of West Monroe will host a wreath-laying ceremony at Hasley Cemetery as part of Wreaths Across America on Friday, December 13 at 10 a.m. at Hasley Cemetery. The ceremony will take place at the gazebo located on the grounds of Hasley Cemetery at 1500 Arkansas Road in West Monroe. Hasley Cemetery is an official Wreaths Across American location. The public is encouraged to sponsor a live wreath
MACROSOURCE ADDS JOBS AND INVESTMENT IN EAST CARROLL PARISH
Grow NELA, the regional economic development authority for Northeast Louisiana, announced today that MacroSource will spend nearly $14 Million to rebuild and grow in East Carroll Parish, Louisiana. MacroSource is one of the largest, most influential, wholesale distribution companies for bulk dry and liquid fertilizers. The Lake Providence facility was largely destroyed due to severe weather in 2023. This investment will be used to rebuild the facility, as well as investments in new equipment and
Celebrate the First Annual Calhoun Christmas Festival and Parade!
Get ready to ring in the holiday season in true community spirit! The Calhoun Civic Club is thrilled to announce their Annual Calhoun Christmas Festival, taking place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the West Ouachita Wellness Park, located at 189 Calhoun Loop Rd. This festive event promises a day filled with family-friendly activities, including an exciting lineup of local food trucks, unique vendor booths, and fun games for kids of all ages. The highlight of the day is
ULM aviation student featured on the cover of national publication
A University of Louisiana Monroe aviation student has gained national exposure after being featured on the cover of the Fall 2024 edition of AviNation, a magazine that exists to attract, educate, and empower youth in aviation. Kamden Moore, a junior in the ULM Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Management program, wrote the cover story entitled “Limitless: Seeing What Hasn’t Been Seen” about his experience interning at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in the summer of 2024. Moore says
National Louisiana Day at The Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum
The Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum will officially celebrate NATIONAL LOUISIANA DAY on Saturday, November 9th from 10am-12pm. The day will be filled with STEM activities and crafts with a Louisiana flare. Special guests join the fun. The Queen of the Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere, Ki Johnson will be here to help us celebrate with a little pre-Mardi Gras visit. Our friends from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries are bringing some native creatures, an alligator and a snake, plus
Santa’s Christmas Village at the Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum
Santa’s Christmas Village at the Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum is December2-22, 2024. Each year, The Children’s Museum becomes a HOLIDAY MUST-SEE complete with twinkling lights, decorated trees, festive holiday happenings, special events and, of course, SANTA!Visitors will make LOADS of family memories at Santa's Christmas Village. The holiday fun includes cookie decorating, ornament making, sliding down Mount Sneaux, enjoying a "snow" shower, and visiting with SANTA. Added this year is our pedal
City of West Monroe to host Veterans Day Program November 8
The public is invited to attend a program to honor our veterans this Friday, Nov. 8. The program will be held Friday, Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. at the Blue Star Memorial, located in the First West Thrift Store parking lot in West Monroe. The program will honor all veterans, particularly those who are City of West Monroe employees. All are welcome to attend this event. Guest speaker will be City of West Monroe Alderman and retired U.S. Navy Commander Thom Hamilton. During his Navy career, he served
Ouachita Parish Police Jury Approves Tax Break for Qualified First Responders
Ouachita Parish first responders, who own and occupy their homes and qualify for Louisiana’s Homestead Exemption, can benefit from a new property tax break. The Ouachita Parish Police Jury (OPPJ) unanimously adopted an ordinance allowing qualified first responders in Ouachita Parish to receive an additional Homestead Exemption. To qualify for this new benefit, a first responder must be a full-time public employee, residing in Ouachita Parish, whose duties include responding rapidly to emergencies.
Chamber Announces Small Business Award Winners for 2024
The West Monroe West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize the winners of the 2024 Small Business Awards presented by Entergy Louisiana. Nominations were accepted from Chamber members in the following categories: Emerging Entrepreneur, Small Business, Female Champion, Community Champion and the Silver Plus Award. And the winners are: Emerging Entrepreneur – Chris Lewis, Coney Island Connection West Monroe! This year’s winner is not only a successful small business owner serving up family
‘Take West Monroe to the Next Level’ Business Appreciation Award Given to Signature Nails & Beauty
The City of West Monroe and West Monroe West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce are proud to continue to recognize businesses as part of a community pride campaign known as “Take West Monroe to the Next Level.” “Take West Monroe to the Next Level” is a community pride campaign that encourages business owners, residents, nonprofit organizations and others to join the City of West Monroe’s efforts to take greater pride in our community, particularly in the community’s appearance. For the first quarter of this
WMWO Chamber Recognized as 2023 Chamber of the Year
Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Executives RecognizeWMWO Chamber as 2023 Chamber of the Year (September 18, 2023) The West Monroe West Ouachita Chamber is proud to be recognized as the 2023 Chamber of the Year by Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Executives (LACCE) at the annual conference in Lake Charles today. It’s an exciting time to be in the Chamber of Commerce industry and to be a Chamber in Louisiana. Many chambers have risen to the challenge to provide unparalleled leadership and
