A Day or More of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is this week, which reminds us all to take stock of our many blessings. In this year of 2020, there is much to be thankful for, yet with social distancing, masks and hand sanitizer, some of us have complained a bit much this year. It’s time to take stock of some simple pleasures, and…
Read MoreLeila Saye Hodge Martin
Leila Saye Hodge Martin, age 96, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020, at Northeast Medical Center in Gainesville, Ga. Leila Hodge Martin was born on April 22, 1924 in Madison to the late Emma Saye Hodge and William Bryant Hodge. After her father died, her mother married the late Loice Allen, Sr. and she had…
Read MoreTips for Caring for a Rescued Dog
Rescues may have a series of hurdles to overcome. Agreeing to be there for the dog, regardless of the problems that will arise, should not be taken lightly. Following tips for caring for a rescued dog will help you be the most supportive foster, or forever parent, for the dog. Patience and Understanding Bringing home…
Read MoreMrs. Velzie Elise Jeffries Jones
A celebration of life for Mrs. Velzie Elise Jeffries-Jones, who died November 6, 2020, was held Friday, Nov. 13, at Shady Grove Church Cemetery in Shady Dale. Elise was born on May 6, 1938 in Irwinton to Preston and Lillian Jeffries. She graduated from Jasper County High School in 1955 as salutatorian, and later, attended…
Read MoreJames Smith “Chick” Wilson, Jr.
James Smith “Chick” Wilson, Jr., age 95, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. Chick Wilson was born to the late J.S. Wilson, Sr. and Ethel Persons Wilson. Chick loved the outdoors and was very active in Boy Scout Troop 57 with lots of outdoor camping. He played football, his greatest…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Cases Increase, JCMS Is Virtual for Now
All 50 states in the U.S. have reported an increase in coronavirus cases over the past 14 days with Jasper County currently at 264 confirmed cases as of November 15 with 150 presumptive cases, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) statistics. The DPH reported that from November 9-16, the seven-day average of…
Read MoreTiebeaker Is Difference As 13 Get All 11 Games
Only 11 of the 13 games listed in last week’s Monticello News football contest ended up being played, and 13 contest players got 11 right, making the tie-breaker guess very important. Rusty Pittman guessed 60 points would be scored in Piedmont’s lost to Gatewood, 42-21, making the tie-breaker score 63. Mr. Pittman guessed 60 points…
Read MoreSheriff’s Office Checks On Sex Offenders, Issues One Warrant
The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office participated in Operation Watchful Eye V, the Statewide Residence and Compliance Check of Registered Sex Offenders coordinated by the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association and the GSA Sex Offender Registry Task Force. The date of the operation was scheduled for October 26 – November 29, 2020. The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office worked…
Read MoreBefore and After
Do you enjoy watching the house transformations that happen on TV shows that are on HGTV? I am amazed at how skilled people can take a run-down, falling apart house and change it into a renovated, useful, like-new home. But, to be honest, I don’t like watching the entire show. If I can see the…
Read MoreThanksgiving 2020
Thanksgiving, the second most traveled time of the year, just watch the television news as you will see flocks of folks stuck in massive traffic jams on major roads or the yearly scenes at the airports stuck in airports, passengers sometimes resorting to sleeping on the floor when planes are delayed or canceled. Quite a…
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