Stay Informed About Ouachita Parish, Louisiana Local News

Why Ouachita Parish News?

In Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, staying on top of local news means navigating a landscape centered on hyper-local journalism that captures the pulse of Monroe and surrounding communities. The primary source is The Ouachita Citizen, a trusted newspaper under Hanna Publications that delivers in-depth coverage of everything from city council decisions and ULM developments to high school sports and public notices. Residents also rely on the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office (OPSO) news feed for real-time public safety updates, including arrests, community alerts, and incident reports. This blend of community-focused print and digital outlets, along with official institutional channels, helps keep people informed without the clutter of broader media. What makes Ouachita Parish's news scene unique is its emphasis on everyday stories that matter most—economic impacts from ULM's $617.6 million annual contribution, local donations like the City Council's $20,000 to the sickle cell foundation, and youth sports rivalries involving teams like Neville and West Monroe. While broadcast media like TV and radio aren't prominently featured in the local ecosystem, the accessible digital formats from The Ouachita Citizen and OPSO ensure timely access to weather updates, obituaries, and editorials on state-level issues. For busy locals tired of sifting through irrelevant national headlines, Briefsy simplifies this by curating it all into one personalized newsletter tailored to your life. Imagine ditching the hassle of checking multiple sites for Monroe governance, crime reports, or game scores—Briefsy pulls from these trusted sources and combines them with your other passions, like national politics or hobbies, all for free. No more information overload; just the relevant updates that keep you connected to Ouachita Parish on your terms.