Suzanne Nolan Wisler

1 week ago | monroenews.com | Suzanne Nolan Wisler

The Monroe News, a Michigan daily newspaper, celebrates its 200th anniversary on June 3, 2025. Founded as The Michigan Sentinel in 1825, the paper has undergone numerous name changes and technological advancements. The Monroe County Museum is commemorating the newspaper's bicentennial with a special exhibit. MONROE — The Monroe News turns 200-years-old on June 3, 2025. The first issue of what would become today's Monroe News was published Friday, June 3, 1825, according to the Library of Congress.

2 weeks ago | monroenews.com | Suzanne Nolan Wisler

Monroe High School's Class of 2025, consisting of 323 students, graduated on May 30. The ceremony featured speakers Principal Steve Pollzzie, Superintendent Andrew Shaw, math teacher Kelly Vandeginste and four students. MONROE — During an extremely windy outdoor ceremony, 323 members of Monroe High School’s Class of 2025 graduated May 30. The ceremony was led by MHS Principal Steve Pollzzie and included Andrew Shaw, MPS superintendent.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Suzanne Nolan Wisler

MONROE COUNTY — Whether you're staying in Monroe County or travelling to other area communities in June, there are plenty of entertainment options available, and many of them are free. Dundee, for example, is holding its annual Mayfly Music Festival June 20-21. A little further away, the Lantern Festival is taking place through June 15 in Grand Rapids. There are also several concerts and children's activities to fill the warm summer days.

2 weeks ago | monroenews.com | Suzanne Nolan Wisler

Several Monroe Public Schools teachers are retiring this year after decades of service. The retirees shared their most memorable moments and retirement plans. MONROE — In addition to fashion design teacher Sandy Kern, several other Monroe Public Schools teachers also are retiring this year, many after decades in the classroom. What were their most memorable moments? What are their retirement plans? Here's what they had to say. Teacher: Russell K.

2 weeks ago | monroenews.com | Suzanne Nolan Wisler

Dr. Juwaryia Khan, a resident at ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital’s Family Medicine Residency, made a night house call when she learned Joshua Dushane's blood sugar reached critically high levels. Khan's intervention possibly saved Joshua's life, as he was in diabetic ketoacidosis, a potentially fatal condition. MONROE — A Monroe mother credits a local doctor's late-night home visit with saving her son’s life earlier this year.