County Conducts Hearings
The Jasper County Commissioners, at their regular monthly meeting Monday, held three public hearings, including one for a new cell tower; appointed numerous people to boards, and conducted more interviews for the Public Facilities Authority Board (PFA). Four people will be named to the PFA, and about 10 have expressed interest. The commissioners interviewed some…
Read MoreSuper Bowl LV Is This Sunday
All eyes will be on Tampa, Fla. this coming Sunday, Feb. 7, as the LV Super Bowl, 55th one, comes to town. This is the first Super Bowl in its history that has a hometown football team playing. Who came up with the name Super Bowl? Funny you should ask. The founder of the Kansas…
Read MoreCovid Cases Trend Down As Vaccine Supply Stalls
Jasper County’s recorded Covid-19 cases have inched up slightly from last week’s number as cases nationwide reflect a decrease in transmission though deaths are increasing. The North Central Health District (NCHD) has local cases at 568 for confirmed cases and 600 for presumptive cases. Local hospitializations stand at 53 and deaths at 27. Cases are…
Read MoreSara Elizabeth Aaron Kinard
Sara Elizabeth Aaron Kinard, age 84, passed away Sunday, January 24, 2021 at The Retreat Nursing Home. Sara Kinard was born on March 20, 1936 to the late Silas Aaron and Florrie Minter Aaron. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Hershel Legare Kinard; grandson, Josh Kinard; and brother…
Read MoreTimothy Ray Pitts
Timothy Ray Pitts, age 70, passed away Friday, January 22, 2021, at his residence. “Tim” Pitts was born in Atlanta, to the late Billie Ann Smith Pitts and Raymond Joe Pitts on June 25, 1950. He served in the United States Navy on aircraft carriers, USS Forrestal, USS John F. Kennedy and USS Independence, in…
Read MoreRichard Elkins
Richard Elkins of Monticello, went to his heavenly home Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, at the age of 77. He was a faithful servant of God and a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Mr. Elkins was a member of High Point Baptist Church in Covington,…
Read MoreFazetta ‘Faye’ Lampkin
A celebration of life for Fazetta “Faye” Lampkin, was held January 23, 2021 at Greater Philadelphia Baptist Church grounds in Monticello. Rev. Terry Glawson, pastor, officiated. Ms. Lampkin was born May 11, 1965 to the late Lillie Mae Olds in Macon. After a life well lived, she gained her wings on January 15, 2021. Faye…
Read MoreJohn David Card
John David Card died on January 20, 2021 at Putman Memorial Hospital in Eatonton. A celebration of life for Mr. Card will be held on Friday, Jan. 29, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Greater Ball Chapel Cemetery, 670 Oconee Springs Road, Eatonton. Rev. Willie Card will deliver the eulogy. Smith and Sons Funeral Home has…
Read MoreRemembering A Legend
He was 86 years old…a life well-lived, no doubt. I regret that I never made the effort to meet him in person. I meant to, especially since Daddy died. Because at Daddy’s memorial service an old family friend gave me a photo of Hank Aaron with my father, Bill Hughes (far right), and my friend’s…
Read MoreHappy New Year!
It’s another new year, and I am going to thank God almighty I’m still here. The scriptures teach me to give honor where honor is due. I thank The Monticello News staff for allowing me to reach out to people and spread the good news of Jesus Christ whom the Father told Him and He…
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