The Monroe community is mourning the loss of Malcolm Stuart “Mike” Sager, a respected civic leader, philanthropist, and devoted family man who died Sunday, December 14, 2025. He was 73. Services celebrating his life will be held at 1:00 p.m.…
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Six families mourning loss of loved ones
The Monroe community is experiencing a season of mourning as six families prepare to lay loved ones to rest in the days ahead. McFarland Funeral Home is handling arrangements for these families whose deaths have touched neighborhoods, churches, and extended…
Jimmie Bryant Sr. retires as City’s top administrator
Former Monroe Fire Chief Jimmie R. Bryant, the first African American to lead the Monroe Fire Department and the architect of its Class One fire rating, will retire from city service on December 31.Mayor Friday Ellis confirmed that December 31…
Viral video shows Monroe cop punching, bodyslamming man; official report silent
An arrest on December 12, 2025, at the Parkview Apartments, involving 19-year-old resident Chade Smith Johnson, has become the subject of intense public debate after a video surfaced on social media showing Smith being punched nearly a dozen times by…
Monroe joins thousands nationwide, lining up for latest Jordan sneaker at shoe stores
The excitement surrounding today’s nationwide release of the Air Jordan 11 “Gamma Blue” retro was palpable from coast to coast — and Monroe was no exception. Hundreds of sneaker enthusiasts in the city formed long lines early this morning at…
Board meeting shuts down after Willson demands Garnishment of Cooper, Shelling paychecks
A contentious moment at the end of Thursday’s Monroe City School Board (MCSB) ended with the meeting being abruptly cut short as board member Bill Willson publicly accused two colleagues, Board President Betty Cooper and Vice President Brenda Shelling, of…
Neville Charter decision, could chart new ground or maintain the status quo
The Monroe City School Board’s decision to remove the requirement for a parental and staff vote on the Neville High School Charter proposal marks a turning point in the city’s educational landscape. This move could significantly alter not only how…