News and Announcements Listing

Posted: Tuesday, October 18, 2022 - 9:34am

City of Monroe & Healthy Funroe presentHocus Pocus! October 20, 2022 @ 6:00PM-8:00PM Charles Johnson Park3313 Bernstein Park Drive Bring a blanket and a lawn chair and head to the park for a fun filled evening!Pre-show

Posted: Thursday, October 13, 2022 - 3:09pm

(Monroe, LA) The City of Monroe is submitting a FY 2023 Brownfields Cleanup Grant application to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to obtain funds to abate asbestos-containing materials within the former Ouachita Candy Company,

New Cultural District Announced in City of Monroe
Posted: Thursday, October 13, 2022 - 8:44am

(Monroe, LA) The City of Monroe is proud to announce the designation of a new Louisiana Certified Cultural District, the Divine Nine Cultural Arts District, and the expansion of the Riverside Monroe Cultural District. This statewide network

Posted: Monday, October 10, 2022 - 3:50pm

The Monroe Fire Department announces the temporary closure of the Betin/Breard St. Fire Station.Work is currently being done to the HVAC units inside of the station and a mechanical closet. In an effort for the work to be completed all at

Posted: Monday, October 10, 2022 - 1:10pm

It is a pleasure to announce Mayor Friday Ellis has been awarded the Leadership Award. The Leadership Award recognizes an individual that is making or has made a significant contribution to the advocacy and/or promotion of historic

Posted: Monday, October 10, 2022 - 1:03pm

(Monroe, LA) You are invited to a check presentation by Mayor Friday Ellis and the City of Monroe. The presentation will take place Monday, October 10, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. at Monroe City Hall. The check presentation is part of a

Posted: Thursday, October 6, 2022 - 3:47pm

(Monroe, LA) Mayor Friday Ellis has announced the City of Monroe will celebrate Halloween on Monday, October 31, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Below are some suggestions for a safe trick-or-treating experience:Cross the street at corners,

Posted: Thursday, October 6, 2022 - 3:42pm

The Harvey H. Benoit Community Center is closed for the rest of the day due to a potential gas leak. Investigators from the Monroe Fire Department are on-scene working to determine if there is a gas leak and its source.

Posted: Wednesday, September 28, 2022 - 3:58pm

(Monroe, LA) Mayor Friday Ellis and the City of Monroe invite you to the reveal of the Candy Company Mural Project.The reveal will be held Thursday, October 13, 2022, at Revival Design and Consign located at 300 Walnut Street in downtown

Posted: Wednesday, September 28, 2022 - 11:47am

(Monroe, LA) Mayor Friday Ellis is set to testify before the Surface Transportation Board about the City of Monroe’s perspective on the public benefits of the proposed merger of Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern Railways.The hearing

Posted: Monday, September 26, 2022 - 4:07pm
Posted: Friday, September 23, 2022 - 10:17am

(Monroe, LA) The City of Monroe is teaming up with LifeShare Blood Center for a city-wide blood drive.September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Sickle cell disease is a genetic condition that affects the body’s red blood cells. It occurs when

Posted: Thursday, September 22, 2022 - 4:32pm

(Monroe, LA) The City of Monroe’s Economic Development Department hosted a Real Estate Broker and Commercial Realtor Meet-Up Thursday morning.The meet-up is an opportunity for regional Real Estate Brokers and Commercial Realtors to open

Posted: Thursday, September 22, 2022 - 4:13pm

Rescheduled to April 2023 Monroe Civic Center | Convention Center401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expwy, Monroe, LA 71201 Call Planning and Urban Development for more informationL 318-329-2256 

Posted: Thursday, September 22, 2022 - 1:48pm

(Monroe, LA) Mayor Friday Ellis is commending the Monroe Police Department after Thursday morning’s school shooter hoax.The call about a possible school shooter at Neville High School came in just before 10:00 a.m. Officers were on scene at

Posted: Wednesday, September 21, 2022 - 1:12pm

(Monroe, LA) Mayor Friday Ellis and the City of Monroe, as well as Healthy Funroe are getting ready for the annual “Picnic In The Park.”The event takes place Thursday, September 29, 2022, at Forsythe Park. The fun begins at 6:00 p.m. and

Posted: Tuesday, September 20, 2022 - 4:29pm

Thursday, October 20, 2022Time: 5:30-8:00 pmLocation: Masur Museum of Art, 1400 South Grand StreetFREE admission Food trucks, free wine and beer (beer provided by Marsala Beverage), live music by Makeshift Tapedeck, games, and more! Come

Posted: Monday, September 19, 2022 - 3:46pm

Downloadable PDF Joey Slaughter: Things are Heavy  Exhibition Currently on View Through November 5, 2022Public Reception: Thursday, September 22.Reception Time: 5:30-7:30 pm with artist’s talk at 6:00 pmLocation: Masur Museum

Posted: Friday, September 16, 2022 - 12:33pm

The Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo will be closed to the public Sunday, September 18, 2022, for a private event.

Posted: Thursday, September 15, 2022 - 9:08am

(Monroe, LA) Mayor Friday Ellis will hold a press conference Friday, September 16, 2022, at 2:30 p.m. at the Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo. Mayor Ellis will detail the resolution authorizing the City of Monroe to advertise for bids for

Mayor Friday Ellis and the City of Monroe Host Blessing of the Renwick Pedestrian Bridge.
Posted: Monday, September 12, 2022 - 4:48pm

(Monroe, LA) Join Mayor Friday Ellis and the City of Monroe as we bless the Renwick Pedestrian Bridge.Ahead of the re-decking of the Renwick Pedestrian Bridge scheduled for this week, Mayor Ellis is inviting Carroll High School alumnus and

Posted: Monday, September 12, 2022 - 1:19pm

Thursday, September 15, 20225:30pm-7pmBenoit Recreation Center1700 Oaklawn Drive, Monroe, LA 71202

City of Monroe to Hold Memorial Honoring 9/11
Posted: Friday, September 9, 2022 - 10:03am

(Monroe, LA) Sunday, September 11, 2022, will mark 21 years since nearly 3,000 people were killed in the 9/11 terror attacks. The City of Monroe will honor those who lost their lives in a memorial service.The ceremony is Sunday, September 11