May 12, 2026
Mayor Friday Ellis announces that City of Monroe facilities will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. City offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 26.
May 11, 2026
Mayor Friday Ellis, the City of Monroe, and Healthy Funroe are excited to announce the date for the highly anticipated Picnic in the Park event. The FREE event takes place Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Forsythe Park, under the hanging lights. The fun starts at 5 PM and wraps up at 8 PM. Come out for food trucks, local vendors, music and more!
May 7, 2026
Downtown Monroe is gearing up for a vibrant spring morning as The River Market returns Saturday, May 9, from 9 AM to 1 PM, at 316 S. Grand Street, Monroe, LA 71201.
May 6, 2026
The City of Monroe will host the 2026 Housing Fair & Expo on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Abe Pierce Convention Center, connecting residents with housing, financial and employment resources in one setting.
May 1, 2026
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises motorists that DOTD maintenance forces will be making roadway repairs along the Russell Sage Overpass beginning Sunday, May 3, 2026 and continuing through Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
April 29, 2026
Georgia Street will be closed to through traffic at the intersection of Winnsboro Road, Lock Drive and Parker Drive beginning, Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 7 AM to 5:45 PM
April 28, 2026
The City of Monroe is breaking ground on a project on Thomas Avenue and Georgia Street to improve water service, drainage and road conditions.
April 24, 2026
The City of Monroe’s Water Distribution team is repairing a main line break this morning.
April 23, 2026
A new all-inclusive playground is coming to Forsythe Park.
April 20, 2026
I-20 on and off ramps will be temporarily closed nightly starting 4/23/2026, weather permitting. Only one off ramp and one on ramp will be closed at a time within the project limits between LA 34 and LA 594 on I-20.