Monroe Dispatch - No Struggle, No Progress

In the recent March 2024 elections in Monroe and Richwood, several key positions were decided, shaping the future leadership of these communities. The incumbent Mayor Friday Ellis (I) secured a victory, retaining the mayoral seat for the city of Monroe. Gretchen Ezernack (R) emerged victorious in District 2, earning the councilman seat. Rodney McFarland (D) won the election for District 4, securing the councilman position.

The District 5 race will head into a run-off between Kema Dawson (D) and Verbon Muhammad, Sr. (D), as neither candidate secured a majority.

Gerald Brown (D) was re-elected as mayor of the town of Richwood. Janice Fleming (D), Deneitra L. Ross (D), Donald Richard (D), Simeon Profit (I), and Wysinger "Pep" Cleveland (D) were elected as Aldermen, forming the town's governing body.

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Monroe Mayor Friday Ellis

These election results mark a significant moment in the local political landscape, reflecting the choices made by voters and set the stage for the future direction of Monroe and Richwood.

On Wed, Mar 27, 2024 at 1:09 PM [email protected] wrote:

March 2024 Election Results

City of Monroe Mayor: Friday Ellis (I)

Monroe Councilman, District 2: Gretchen Ezernack (R)

Monroe Councilman, District 4: Rodney McFarland (D)

Monroe Councilman, District 5-Run Off: Kema Dawson (D) and Verbon Muhammad, Sr. (D)

Town of Richwood Mayor: Gerald Brown (D)

Town of Richwood Aldermen: Janice Fleming (D), Deneitra L. Ross (D), Donald Richard (D), Simeon Profit (I), Wysinger "Pep" Cleveland (D)