In the News | Media Room | Monroe-West Monroe, Louisiana

Jul 23, 2025

15 Romantic Getaways in Louisiana for Every Type of Couple

The Hotel Monroe is a chic newcomer that brings a touch of cosmopolitan charm to northern Louisiana.

Jul 17, 2025

DMWM Executive Vice President, Scott Bruscato Appears on The Morning Drive with Aaron Dietrich and Jake Martin — July 17, 2025

(Timestamp -1:45:46 - 1:51:37) Hear everything about the large crowd from the Opening Ceremonies of the 2025 Babe Ruth Southwest Regional Tournament, packed hotels in Ouachita Parish, and what's next for sports…

Jun 21, 2025

Miss Cane River, Gabrelle McLeod, crowned Miss Louisiana

Miss Cane River Gabrelle McLeod was crowned Miss Louisiana 2025 and will represent the state at the Miss America competition in September.

May 16, 2025

7 Prettiest Downtown Strips In Louisiana

The cultural melting pot of Louisiana makes for amazing communities, venues, and unique attractions. Louisiana is defined by many things, from its upbeat Zydeco music to its eclectic cuisine influenced by many…

Apr 12, 2025

USA Today’s 10 best small towns in the South. This Louisiana town made the list

USA Today has released its Readers' Choice Awards 2025 results for the 10 best small towns in the South, and one Louisiana town made it into the top ten.

Mar 08, 2025

The Best College Town in Louisiana

Along the Ouachita River in northern Louisiana, Monroe has long played a role in the state’s economic and academic development.

Sep 26, 2024

All Hail Fall, Y’all!

Now that temperatures are dropping, it's time to get outside and enjoy the South's fall festivals, foliage and food.

Sep 04, 2024

7 Fun Fall Adventures in Monroe-West Monroe, Louisiana

Located along both banks of the Ouachita River in North Louisiana off I-20, the dual-city destination of of Monroe-West Monroe, always has a reason to celebrate and share its foodways, its five…

Aug 30, 2024

La Nouvelle Louisiane

New and noteworthy people and places in Louisiana

Aug 30, 2024

A Guide to Louisiana’s Football Towns and Teams

In Monroe, relax at the circa-1847 Logtown Estate bed and breakfast surrounded by pecan trees and the Ouachita River or the historic Hamilton House Inn in West Monroe, close to antique shops…

Aug 11, 2024

50+ Best Christmas Events in the Southeast (2024)

There’s no place like the holidays in the South! From lights on the water and boat parades to Santa train rides and snow, the Southeast is full of driving-distance destinations that are…

Aug 03, 2024

Tap Into Louisiana’s Best Breweries

As summer lingers well into fall here in the South, the byways and backroads beckon us to explore. A great way to experience our diverse culture is to visit the many craft…