Blues Legend Ivory Joe Hunter Called Monroe Home
WEBJun 28, 2018 · Blues legend and pianist Ivory Joe Hunter was a Monroe, Louisiana resident for several decades. With over 7,000 songs written, Hunter’s “Since I Met You Baby” and “Blues at Sunrise” gave him instant success in the 1950's. Born in Kirbyville, Texas, Hunter began his journey to stardom by recording his first song with Alan Lomax for the ...
Shows A-Z - KEDM
WEBShows A-Z. NPR News, Classical and Music of the Delta. Donate. 90.3 KEDM Public Radio. World Radio Network. Next Up: 4:00 AM Morning Edition. World Radio Network. 90.3 KEDM Public Radio. Available On Air Stations.
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry signs constitutional carry - KEDM
WEBPublished March 6, 2024 at 8:26 AM EST. NRA. Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has signed constitutional carry into law. Beginning on Independence Day, July 4, the carrying of a concealed gun by a non-felon will be legal without a permit. Restrictions on where a gun can be carried will be hot topics during the upcoming regular session.
Louisiana adopts state’s first accountability plan to measure
WEBAug 25, 2022 · Louisiana has adopted the state’s first accountability system for kindergarten through second grade. The Louisiana Department of Education’s (LDOE) literacy-focused plan was approved by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) today.
Hospital Service District #1 releases statement regarding ... - KEDM
WEBFeb 14, 2024 · WEST MONROE – Hospital Service District #1 has hired a consultant to represent its interest and the interest of the community regarding concerns over the future of Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Hospital Service District #1 (HSD) Commissioners recently voted unanimously to hire William F. “Bud” Barrow to …
The Boot - KEDM
WEB4 days ago · The Boot is the musical heartbeat of the Delta. It's a mix of Louisiana artists, Southern regional acts and other bands covering blues, funk, soul, zydeco and more; all with a connection to the Gulf South. For information on how to submit local and regional music for airplay, send an email (not an attachment) to news [at] kedm dot org.
Monroe Symphony League Book Fair - kedm.org
WEBMar 2, 2024 · Slightly used books, records, CD's, DVD's, magazines and knick-knacks for sale at very reasonable prices. Large selection of cookbooks, suspense, romance and paperbacks. Proceeds go to support the Monroe Symphony Orchestra.
Louisiana Department of Education opens applications for math …
WEBJun 18, 2024 · The Steve Carter Tutoring Program is available to public school students in grades K-12 who are below proficiency in reading and math. The LDOE has increased the amount tutoring providers may charge for services. Providers may charge up to $60 per hour for one-to-one tutoring. The program helps students address unfinished learning by …
Stop stressing about the polls. Watch these four indicators in
WEBSep 3, 2024 · Watch these four indicators in the election. For the first time in two months, the presidential election is actually set. There are sure to be lots more surprises — and nail biting — to come, though. Here are five themes and questions to think about for this fall: 1. Don’t stress about the polls.
NELA musician Toussaint McCall dead at 89 - KEDM
WEBAug 8, 2023 · KEDM Public Radio. Published August 8, 2023 at 1:49 PM EDT. Monroe area R&B singer Toussaint McCall has died at 89. His biggest hit was Nothing Takes the Place of You which reached #5 in the US R&B chart in 1967. Although he continued to perform and record, he did not repeat this success.