The race for key municipal positions in the City of Monroe and the Town of Richwood officially began Wednesday, marking the start of a pivotal local electoral season.
Candidates vying for various public offices, including mayorships, council seats, and alderman positions, have started registering, setting the stage for what promises to be a closely watched election cycle.
In the City of Monroe, the spotlight is on the mayoral race, with Betty Ward Cooper and former mayor James “Jamie” Mayo being the first to sign up. Incumbent Mayor Friday Ellis is expected to register on the day associated with his name, “Friday.
The Monroe City Council races are also heating up, with several candidates qualifying for seats in multiple districts.
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