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Two Monroe natives bring their creative journeys back home
Two Monroe natives are returning home Nov. 14 for an event combining art, literature and community connections. The Hometown Dreamers Art Exhibition & Book Signing will feature Detroit-based artist Lloyd Cheatham Jr. and Louisville, Kentucky-based author and poet A.P. Wood from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Opportunity Center at ALCC, 120 Eastchester St. in Monroe, according to a community announcement. Admission is free and open to the public. The event will include an exhibition of Cheatham's artwork, a book signing and reading by Wood, opportunities to meet the creators and conversations about creativity and personal growth. Cheatham and Wood both have ties to Monroe and are returning to the community where they spent part of their younger years. Organizers said in the announcement that the event is designed to celebrate their creative work while encouraging others to pursue their own artistic interests. Artist Lloyd Cheatham Jr. returns to Monroe Cheatham is a multidisciplinary artist whose creative platforms include Art by Cheat, The Angry Artist and Artoholic. His work spans painting, illustration, comics and digital art, drawing inspiration from Detroit culture, people and everyday experiences. His art explores such themes as identity, resilience, personal struggles and experiences that shape
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Jefferson Schools' superintendent returning from administrative leave
Jefferson Schools ' superintendent, Amy Gee, is returning from paid, non-disciplinary administrative leave on Thursday, Nov. 12. Gee was placed on leave in October. In a Nov. 11 message to district families and the community, which is posted on the district's Facebook page, Shane Foster, Jefferson's school board president, wrote, “On behalf of the Jefferson Board of Education, I am pleased to announce that our Superintendent, Mrs. Amy Gee, will officially return from her non-disciplinary paid administrative leave effective Thursday, November 12, 2026. Mrs. Gee and the Board of Education remain committed to the important work that has been accomplished on behalf of our Jefferson students, staff and families. We are united in our determination to continue moving Jefferson Schools forward, building upon our successes and ensuring that our students remain at the heart of every decision. This important work will continue with Mrs. Gee at the helm, providing the leadership, vision and dedication necessary to move our district forward. We appreciate the continued support of our Jefferson community and look forward to a bright future together.” The Monroe News asked Foster about the administrative leave, including the issues leading to the decision to put Gee on leave. On Nov.