Construction began in Monroe on the largest and most complete navigation school of World War II on June 15, 1942. Selman Field would produce more than 15,000 navigators for the Army Air Corps.
Louisiana Delta Community College is partnering with 13 local high schools to give training on four high-demand fields and offer dual enrollment opportunities.
LifeShare set up its mobile donation bus at First Methodist Church, asking the public to donate as the blood center reports a shortage and ongoing need for local hospitals.
Residents of all ages gathered at Grambling City Hall for a Juneteenth commemoration featuring original poems, songs, paintings and remarks from Mayor Alvin Bradley.
A new historical marker recognizing Frederick Douglass Kirkpatrick is planned near the Grambling City Park Pavilion, pending city approval on final placement and timing. Supporters say the tribute will preserve his legacy and highlight the lasting footprint he made in communities from northeast Louisiana to other parts of the South and beyond.
The United States Senate voted 69-11 to confirm Marshall as associate justice. At the time of his appointment, Marshall was serving as Solicitor General.
A Wealth Hospitality Group spokesperson says the StudioRes by Marriott is an extended-stay hotel and is aimed at meeting growing demand in the Ruston area.
The University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) and the University of Puerto Rico (UPR) signed a memorandum of understanding agreement Friday in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
As temperatures climb, the City of Monroe is highlighting its seven community centers as a way for residents to stay active indoors and avoid dangerous heat. Director of Community Affairs Melissa Thaxton says the centers offer a safe environment for summer fun and can be especially helpful for seniors.
Mississippi’s capital city is currently under consideration to become the home of a National R&B Hall of Fame, in a decades-long effort to establish a permanent place dedicated solely to Rhythm & Blues music.
Sheriff Marc Mashaw said the price of equipment and jail operations went up significantly since these taxes were last approved about a decade ago. But they are not asking voters to pay more.
Families looking for a way to keep kids active this summer can head to The Rec at Seventh Square for a free “Day of Play” hosted with the West Monroe Fire Department on Friday, June 12.
Cheryl Rather said she and her husband went to the shop looking for records, but something else caught her eye — a red box inside a glass case containing dog tags and other military items.
A longtime downtown Monroe staple is preparing to shut its doors for good. Star Hardware, a family-owned business that first opened in 1941, is set to close June 30.
Gov. Jeff Landry’s proposal would dip into the Minimum Foundation Program to pay for $168 million in one-time teacher stipends, excluding administrators. The plan would amount to a 5% cut from each school district.
Local leaders cut the ribbon on the R.I.S.E. Treatment Center in Monroe, a new 24/7 program designed for pregnant women battling substance use. Officials say the facility will offer wraparound services and allow mothers to bring their children—supporting recovery while keeping families intact. NEDHSA expects the center to open to the public before the end of 2026.
LaSalle Parish is seeing expanded high-speed internet access through Louisiana’s GUMBO broadband program. State leaders say the investment is intended to strengthen rural communities by supporting education, workforce development and additional infrastructure improvements across the parish.
Sterlington Mayor Matt Talbert announced the town has paid off three bonds tied to the Sterlington Sports Complex, a move he said will lead to a 1% decrease in the EDD sales tax starting July 1.
Bill Willson, a Monroe City School Board member announced that Monroe City School System employees will see a significant increase in their annual “13th check” this year.
LSU’s 2026 football schedule is taking shape after kickoff times and TV windows were announced for several games, including matchups against Clemson, Ole Miss, McNeese and Auburn.
The Monroe Chamber of Commerce’s Leaders of Change held a ribbon cutting Thursday, June 11, 2026, to officially open the “Flags of Freedom” display at Anna Gray Noe Park ahead of Flag Day.
