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The Center for Children and Families Announces CEO Transition
After nearly 20 years of dedicated service, Dr. Matthew Thornton has announced his decision to step down as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Center for Children & Families, effective June 30, 2025. Matt has served as the CEO since 2018, guiding the organization through significant growth and expansion in providing advocacy, counseling, education, and prevention services to children and families. Under his leadership, The Center has expanded its impact beyond its headquarters in Monroe to include
DOWNTOWN WEST MONROE TO HOST OUACHITA LIVE CONCERT FEATURING BLUES AWARD WINNER SELWYN BIRCHWOOD
Downtown West Monroe will continue its monthly concert series, Ouachita Live, on May 30 with internationally touring blues artist Selwyn Birchwood and his band. Ruston native D.K. Harrell will make a rare special guest appearance on stage with Birchwood. Sponsor Louisiana Lottery will present the May show. The free outdoor concert series takes place on the last Friday of every month from March through October in Alley Park (located on the corner of Trenton and Natchitoches Streets) from 7:00 p.m.
Frame the Drain 2025
Keep West Monroe Beautiful is excited to once again launch its "Frame the Drain" storm drain art project. Local artists are being sought to submit renderings to paint public storm drains in the City of West Monroe with messages that remind the public the importance of keeping litter out of our storm drains. Selected artists will receive a stipend to paint the storm drain this summer. The deadline to submit a rendering is Friday, June 6. For more information, email Keep West Monroe Beautiful
Artist Call - Please Share!
The Louisiana Trust for Historic Preservation requests that professional artists and artist teams submit proposals for the creation of original, site-specific artwork to serve as markers in places impacted by the 1927 flood, as part of a multi-regional centennial observance. Communities, artists, and organizations are encouraged to get involved during the timeline of the project, 2026-2027, and participate in various ways, including but not limited to the following: Musical Tribute: Collaborate with local
