By Richardra Winder-Robinson Free Press Reporter Not many people have the luxury of a career that is also their passion. Being a community activist is what keeps this native Monroyan going. L. “Marie” Brown has a zest for life, a…
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“Monroe hero, Woodrow Jenkins, exchanges his cross for a crown after a century”
With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.” Psalms 91:16 (KJV) Monroe – A Celebration of Life for Woodrow Jenkins will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at the Liberty Hill Baptist…
Shanderic Downs donated a liver to his sister and saved her life
By Richardra Winder-Robinson Free Press Reporter Parents do their best to instill in their children the value of giving and sharing, especially among their siblings. Most of the time, they enforce sharing toys, candy, or clothes. Then there is Shanderic…
City salutes Deacon Staten, 100 years old
A 100-year-old man who has served as a church deacon for 76 years was saluted by the City of Monroe in its council meeting Tuesday night. Deacon Hardy Staten turned 100 years old on April 6th and joined an elite…
“Happy Centennial Birthday to Mr. Woodrow Jenkins! 100 and still going strong!”
Happy Centennial Birthday to Mr. Woodrow Jenkins– one of Monroe’s longtime residents and business owners. Hallelujah, congratulations and all of the other kudos to you, Mr. Jenkins! You’ve hit the BIG ONE: 100 Years Young and still going strong! What…
Family: Police should pay for no-knock terror, damage
Across the United States officials estimate that there are 20,000 no-knock warrants executed every year. A no-knock warrant gives police the right to enter a home and make searches without knocking or identifying themselves in pursuit of a suspect. On…
Craigton Porter gets Employee Spotlight at RelyOn Nutec
Craigton Porter is an SQA Assessor and Internal Verifier Safety Instructor with a plethora of core classes offered within the company. Craigton has been employed with RelyOn Nutec for eight years and has provided instruction in safety and hazards for…