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23 hours ago · LSU's basketball season has ended after a loss to Mississippi State in the first round of the SEC Tournament. The Tigers struggled offensively, falling behind by 20 points at halftime.

23 hours ago · Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Louisiana dropped last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, fell to ...

4 days ago · The Monroe News-Star app offers readers a streamlined experience with customizable features. Users can access breaking news alerts, eNewspaper access, and curated news topics.

1 day ago · Reigniting ACC basketball starts with an obvious Step 1: Make good coaching hires. Your move, Virginia. Miami and Florida State bought low with unproven coaches. Gone are the days of Roy Williams ...

John C Zagone Sr., “JC” was born on March 3, 1939 and passed away February 16, 2025. JC, retired from the News Star as a production director and later returned to work for Darbonne State Park ...

5 days ago · Condominiums and townhomes decreased by 56.4% in sales price during December to a median of $65,000 from $149,000 in November. Compared to December 2023, the sales price of condominiums and ...

Funeral Services for Mr. Robert Mott Lyde, 70, of Monroe, LA, will be 2:00 PM Sunday, December 29, 2024, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, with Rev. Richard McAdams officiating.

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