Items Are Stolen From Vehicles
Deputies with the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) are investigating several cases of entering an auto, as well as other thefts during the last week. At least two autos on Lakeshore Drive were entered. However nothing was taken from one, and a laptop and change were taken from another. In addition, someone entered an auto…
Read MoreRodeo Attracts Record Crowd
The Shady Dale Rodeo attracted record crowds Friday and Saturday nights in Shady Dale. Cancelled last year because of COVID-19 concerns, the cowgirls and cowboys were ready to ride, and the crowd was anxious for the entertainment. Earlier in the day, several horses carried flags along the parade route identifying the sponsors as well as…
Read MoreMARKET ON THE SQUARE
Fresh Georgia shrimp is just one of the many offerings at Saturday’s Market on the Square weekly. The Market, open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Saturday offers produce, pork skins, homemade jams, jellies, pickles and more canned goods, flowers, pies, Thirty-One, honey, and so much more. Sponsored by the Monticello-Jasper County Chamber of…
Read MoreFive Are Sentenced In Superior Court
Judge William Prior, Jr. presided over the May 25 Jasper Superior Court calendar which resulted in the following sentences. •Otis A. Alexander, sentenced to five years with the first year to be served in confinement for four counts of obstruction of an officer, two counts of terroristic threats, and two counts of criminal trespass. Fined…
Read MoreRichard Lovic Nelson
Richard Lovic Nelson, age 87, of Monticello, passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021, at The Retreat Nursing Home. Richard L. Nelson was a lifelong resident of Jasper County. He was born on December 5, 1933 to the late R. L. Nelson and Alma McMichael Nelson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death…
Read MoreJCPS Teacher Leaves; Pursues Different Passion
When Alicia Lindsey leaves Jasper County Primary School for her last day as a teacher this week as she is retiring, she will leave behind a gift that will be appreciated for years to come. Mrs. Lindsey has purchased playground equipment, including special mulch, for the special needs children at the school. During her teaching…
Read MoreRoy Larry Jenkins
Roy Larry Jenkins passed away at the age of 74 on May 21, 2021 at Piedmont Newton Hospital in Covington. Larry Jenkins was born and raised in Lithonia, and resided in Monticello, for the past 16 years. His parents were the late Roy William Jenkins and Sara Ruth Shaw Jenkins. Larry served in the U.S.…
Read MoreCerfernnio Brown
A celebration of life for Cerfernnio Timmy “Tim” Brown, who died May 14, was held Saturday, may 22 at St. James A.M.E. Church in Monticello. Rev. Paul Watts officiated; Rev. Reginald Jacobs, Sr., is pastor. Burial was in New Community Cemetery in Adgateville. Mr. Brown was born September 14, 1979 to Jacqulin Allison and the…
Read MoreChristine ‘Chris’ Wagner Atkins
Christine “Chris” Wagner Atkins, age 80, passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at her residence. Chris Atkins was born on July 20, 1940, in Bainbridge, to the late Benjamin Franklin Wagner and Mae Rhodes Wagner. In addition to her parents, her husband, James Mathis Atkins; son, Phil Sparks, Jr.; great-granddaughter, Georgia Rae Buchannon; and brothers,…
Read MoreMrs. Martha Battle Gainey
Mrs. Martha Battle Gainey, fondly known as “Aunt Dolly” to her family and friends, was born September 13, 1932, to the parentage of the late Henry Battle, Sr. and Ella Sands Battle McMichael. She was educated in the Jasper County School System. In her early years she attended Rock Zion C.M.E. Church. On February 27,…
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