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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
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
West Monroe West Ouachita Chamber Announces 2025 Small Business Awards Nominees
The West Monroe West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the nominees for the 2025 Small Business Awards. These awards recognize outstanding businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations that have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and dedication to the local community.The winners will be celebrated at the Small Business Awards Luncheon on March 20, 2025. The following businesses and individuals have been nominated across multiple award categories:Community Champion AwardRecognizing
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
