A Coming Economic Earthquake
Introduction: Do you feel the tremors—the financial shifting under your feet? Will we ever see an economic boycott in our lifetime? You have got to admit there appear to be storm clouds looming on the horizon. At the present time, we are experiencing a time of inflation (consumer prices are up 7.5% compared to January…
Read MoreOlympic Facts
Starting in 776 B.C. the ancient original Olympics began at the base of Mount Olympus in Greece. The games took place every four years and brought athletes from all over Greece. A truce between the city-states that made up Greece at the time helped the athletes, spectators, and religious leaders travel safely to the Games.…
Read MoreAnother Super Bowl In The Books
Well professional football is over for now, with the playing of the 56th Super Bowl last Sunday. One of the best things about the annual sports extravaganza is the high dollar commercials that air during the sportscast. There was one commercial that I think summed up how most football fanatics feel about the close of…
Read MoreA New Curveball in the 10th District Race
Open congressional seats are viewed by some to be as valuable as gold. There are several reasons. First, seats in congress typically are spoken for. It often takes an incumbent deciding to seek another office or to retire before it is given up. In the 10th District, which includes Jasper County, the seat is open…
Read MoreLady Cougars Work for New Soccer Season
The Piedmont Academy varsity girls soccer team has been busy preparing for its 2022 campaign. New coach Mary Mclendon said the team has competed in two scrimmages against Lake Oconee Academy and George Walton Academy. “I am really excited about this upcoming season,” the coach said. “We have a lot of new faces and have…
Read MoreLady Hurricanes Soccer Team Wins Again
The successful start to the new season continued for the Jasper County-Monticello High School girls soccer team last week. The Lady Canes defeated Putnam County 3-1 and the victory was a milestone for the program, coach Angela Savage said. “It has been four years since we have played Putnam County and they have always been…
Read MoreHurricane Boys Qualify for State Tournament
The Jasper County-Monticello High School boys basketball team needed a win Tuesday night to continue its season. The Canes faced Lamar County in the Region 3-AA tournament and it was win or pack up the basketball for another season. In the end, Jasper County-Monticello took a 65-58 victory to not only advance in the region…
Read MoreHoyt Lavell Nelson
Hoyt Lavell Nelson, age 84, of Monticello passed away Friday, Feb. 4, 2022, at his residence. Hoyt Nelson was born in Anniston, Ala. on May 7, 1937. His parents were the late Roscoe Roy Nelson and Ida Mae Nolen Nelson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, David Lee…
Read MoreSamuel Williams
A celebration of life for Samuel Williams, who died January 28, 2022, was held February 5, 2022 at New Enon Baptist Church Cemetery in Madison. Rev. Bernard Hamp, pastor, officiated. Samuel Williams, oldest of eight children, was born February 1, 1945, to the late Mamie Bell and Sammie Williams. Four siblings preceded him in death—Arlanaster,…
Read MoreSamuel L. Gude, Jr.
Samuel L. Gude, Jr., who was born July 8, 1931 died February 7, 2022 in Alpharetta. Mr. Gude was born and raised in Monticello. A celebration of life for Mr. Gude is planned for Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022 at noon at South View Cemetery, 1000 South View Street in Monticello. Smith and Sons Funeral Home…
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