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BAYOU JAMB SALUTE TO SERVICE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BAYOU JAMB SALUTE TO SERVICEA special thank you to our Title Sponsors: Mid South Extrusion, Origin Bank and Northeast Suspension and Performance whose corporate sponsorship and partnership allow us to host this incredible event in our community. MONROE, LA — August 2026 — As Bayou Jamb celebrates its 20th Anniversary, the organization will continue one of its most meaningful Fan Jamb Week traditions with the annual Bayou Jamb Salute to Service, honoring Pilots for Patients for its
VCOM-Louisiana and ULM Expand Opportunities for Future Physicians Through New Preferred Admission Partnership
The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)-Louisiana and the University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) have strengthened their longstanding partnership through a new Preferred Admission Track agreement. The agreement establishes a structured pathway that provides early support for highly qualified ULM students who demonstrate academic excellence and a desire to make a meaningful impact in their communities, offering a clear path to medical school at VCOM-Louisiana. By helping talented students pursue
ULM receives $2.1 million from LDH to expand health sciences offerings
ULM FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ULM receives $2.1 million from LDH to expand health sciences offerings MEDIA CONTACT: Adam McDonald, amcdonald@ulm.edu, 318-342-5445 By ULM Office of Marketing and Communications MONROE, La. – The University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) has been awarded $2.1 million from the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) through the Rural Health Transformation Project to expand programs in its College of Health Sciences, providing a significant investment in the university’s
Monroe, Louisiana Poised for National Spotlight at SXSW 2027
08/17/26Monroe, Louisiana Poised for National Spotlight at SXSW 2027(Monroe, LA) - Monroe’s story of innovation and collaboration could soon reach an international stage, and the community can help make it happen. MayorFridayEllisispartofaproposedpanelforSouthbySouthwest(SXSW) 2027, a major international conference and festival focused on technology, business, innovation and culture. Public voting for the panel is open through August 23, 2026.The proposed panel brings together Mayor Ellis, ConnectLA
City of Monroe Wins LMA Award for Connect Monroe Broadband Initiative
City of Monroe Wins LMA Award for Connect Monroe Broadband Initiative8/19/26 (MONROE, La.) – The City of Monroe has been recognized by the Louisiana Municipal Association for the Connect Monroe Broadband Initiative, the City’s community-driven effort to expand access to reliable, affordable high-speed internet.The City received first place in the annual Community Achievement Awards Technology and Creativity category for municipalities with populations of 25,001 and over. The award was presented during
Bayou Jamb 20th Anniversary
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONROE, LA — August 2026 — As Bayou Jamb celebrates its 20th Anniversary, the organization is proud to announce the 2026 recipients of the Bayou Jamb Lifetime Achievement Award. This award recognizes two individuals who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to athletics, student-athletes, coaches, and the communities they serve. Honorees are selected by Bayou Jamb coaches, making this recognition a meaningful honor from their peers. This year’s honorees are Aaron Dietrich,
Monroe Chamber Launches Three-Part Leadership Development Series for Northeast Louisiana Business Leaders
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12, 2026Monroe Chamber Launches Three-Part Leadership Development Series for Northeast Louisiana Business Leaders Three-session fall pilot will give business owners, managers and emerging leaders practical tools for strengthening teams and developing employeesMONROE, La. — Business leaders across Northeast Louisiana will have a new opportunity this fall to strengthen how they manage workplace relationships, lead through change and develop employees through a three-part
BAYOU JAMB 2026
Date: Monday, August 3, 2026 Contact Name: Patti ThurmonContact Title: Director, Bayou JambContact Info: patti@bayoujamb.comMedia Credentials: Please email bayoujamb@gmail.com or request via Bayou Jamb app. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BAYOU JAMB 2026 A special thank you to our Title Sponsors: Mid South Extrusion, Origin Bank and Northeast Suspension and Performance whose corporate sponsorship and partnership allow us to host this incredible event in our community. Bayou Jamb Media Day – Monday,
TOP 20 UNDER 40 YOUNG PROFESSIONALS ANNOUNCED
TOP 20 UNDER 40 YOUNG PROFESSIONALS ANNOUNCEDThe Monroe Chamber of Commerce, the NELA Young Professionals and BayouLife Magazine are pleased to announce the 2026 Top 20 Twenty Under 40 Young Professional Awards.The winners are: Jessica Bostic, Feeding Louisiana; Emily Brady, Centric Federal Credit Union; Jiame Brown, The Center for Children & Families; Deano Casola, Dupuy Lincoln Flooring; Lakeysha Doyle, ULM; Liz Gaught, The Center for Children & Families; Ronnie Harrison, Sterlington High School; Nadja
