The day was December 6, 1923. Of historical note, Calvin Coolidge became the first United States president to deliver an address that was broadcast on the radio. Something else important happened that day as well. Bernice Alexander was born. 

This past Wednesday, generations of her relatives and a large number of her “extended” family at McDonald Memorial Baptist Church in Jonesboro, came to Forest Haven Nursing Home to help Ms. Bernice celebrate her centennial birthday.

The joyous occasion was highlighted by the “birthday girl” being presented with a cake, crown and sash proclaiming her 100th birthday along with well wishers giving gifts while sharing a beautiful day outdoors.