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NELA Music Association to Host Appreciation Reception Honoring Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 16, 2025Contact: Myra Gatling-Akers nelamusicawards@gmail.com Ph 318-376-6972NELA Music Association to Host Appreciation Reception Honoring Lieutenant Governor Billy NungesserMONROE, La. — The Northeast Louisiana Music Association (NMA) is proud to host an Appreciation Reception in honor of Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser on Tuesday, May 27 at 6:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Northeast Louisiana Delta African American Heritage Museum, located at 1051
Carrie Castille named tenth president of The University of Louisiana Monroe
ULM FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Carrie Castille named tenth president of The University of Louisiana Monroe MEDIA CONTACT: Adam McDonald, amcdonald@ulm.edu; 318.342.5445 By ULM Office of Marketing and Communications MONROE, LA – The University of Louisiana System Board of Supervisors has named Carrie Castille, Ph.D., the tenth president of The University of Louisiana Monroe. Castille is the first female president in the university’s nearly 94-year history. “I am incredibly honored and grateful
Monroe Chamber Joins National Delegation Advocating for Small Businesses in Washington, DC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWASHINGTON, D.C. – May 16, 2025Monroe Chamber of Commerce Joins National Delegation Advocating for Small Businesses in Washington, D.C. During National Small Business Week In recognition of National Small Business Week (May 4–10), Mike Downhour, Director of Community Engagement for the Monroe Chamber of Commerce, joined a select group of small business owners and digital creators in Washington, D.C. as part of Internet for Growth—a nationwide coalition of entrepreneurs who depend on
2025 Thomas H. Scott Awards of Excellence Winners Announced Monroe Chamber of Commerce and BayouLife
MONROE, LA — The Monroe Chamber of Commerce and BayouLife Magazine proudly announced the winners of the 2025 Thomas H. Scott Awards of Excellence at a prestigious ceremony held on May 15, presented by Scott Powerline & Equipment. This annual event honors outstanding businesses and organizations that contribute to economic vitality, community growth, and investment across Ouachita Parish. A total of 48 businesses and organizations were recognized for excellence in their fields. This year’s top honor,
