Belk Department Store

Sure, it’s a Belk, but it’s also in Monroe. More to the point, it’s on Highway 74 in Monroe, which knocks off at least one star right there — driving that beast is the worst at most any time.
Once you make it to the «mall», things aren’t too bad — the place isn’t typically that busy, and you can go straight into Belk with a dedicated entrance. Staff inside is not that helpful, but they will get you pointed in the right direction if you ask enough.
What is good is that the store itself is out of the way, so you can find some good deals here — I don’t know if people don’t typically shop Belk, or they just don’t peruse certain sections or what, but it’s almost like shopping at a Marshall’s or T.J. Maxx.
Take the time and look through the rack, because you will often find clearance and sale merchandise, just hanging in the regular rack. Also check the tag — and the receipt — carefully, because it might not ring up correctly when scanned.