Former Monroe Fire Chief, Jimmie Bryant was hospitalized last week for a heart condition, but is recovering. Bryant was appointed fire chief Log in to read the remainder of this story. Download the free iPhone or Android App to…
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Thomas fired as civic center director, attorney claims witch hunt
The City of Monroe has fired Charles Thomas, the civic center’s director, but his attorney says Thomas was fired because he chose to do his job rather than participate in political games. Thomas was placed on administrative leave two months…
Thomas gets full pay to sit home and wait
It’s been a month since Monroe City Marshal’s escorted Charles Thomas from his office at the Monroe Civic Center and placed him on paid leave. The city is investigating suspicions Log in to read the remainder of this…
Council introduces 75 percent increase in water rates over two years
The Monroe City Council introduced an ordinance that will increase base water rates in the City of Monroe by 75 percent over two years. When first introduced by council president Gretchen Ezernak no one would second the motion…
Bus fares to increase, but not much
Regular Monroe bus fares will go up starting January 2018, but not as much as the city wanted. That was the decision of the Monroe City Council on Tuesday night when members approved a cut in the fare increase the…
City holiday closures and garbage pickup schedule posted
All City of Monroe Offices, Monroe City Court, Monroe City Marshals, MonroeCivic Center, Monroe Community (Recreation) Centers, and Masur Museum ofArt WILL BE CLOSED on Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24, inobservance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. Monroe Transit WILL BE…
Council delays bus fare increase vote, wants bare bones administrative costs
The Mayo Administration wants to raise bus fares, but the city council wants to be sure there is no other way. That was the reason given Tuesday night for the council’s decision to delay approval of a 50 percent fare increase…