BOOM Youth Fraternity will host its first national step show, Battle on the Bayou: Mardi Gras Edition, on Feb. 14, 2026, at Neville High School in Monroe.

A brief update highlighting Monroe’s response to winter storm Fern, recognizing community resilience, the work of city crews, and ongoing efforts to restore power and support residents.

The Chamber of Commerce has expanded the 2026 Building Bridges Teacher Grant Program, doubling the number of $500 classroom grants available. Because of recent weather-related school closures, the deadline to apply has been extended to February 13.

The City of Monroe, in partnership with the Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana, will host a drive-through disaster relief food distribution to assist residents affected by Winter Storm Fern. The event will provide perishable and nonperishable food items to individuals and families as recovery efforts continue across the community.

Local chambers of commerce in northeast Louisiana partnered with Meta to host a hands-on workshop in Monroe, providing business owners, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits with practical training on Facebook and Instagram advertising tools to strengthen their online presence and grow their businesses.

They are the latest Palestinians in Gaza to die since a ceasefire deal, which has been punctuated by deadly Israeli strikes, came into effect on Oct. 10, 2025.

Kid, meaning a young goat, is a word that was borrowed from the Vikings around the 9th century. Centuries later, it came to mean a child and a teasing joke.

Traveling on your own can be scary, but it can be one of the most meaningful things you can do for yourself. Three solo travelers share their experiences — and what makes for a successful trip.