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Several Lady Cougars Are Named To All-Region, All-State Teams

The Piedmont Academy softball team finished the 2020 season with another state championship and, as a result, several players have been recognized for their play this fall. Lady Cougars named to the GISA 1-AA All-Region team include Haley Ann Frank, Ava Anglin, Jayden Young, Fleming Sealy, Maddie Waddleton, Averi Camp and Emily McEwen. Frank, Anglin,…

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Ingredients To Avoid in Your Cosmetics

Maybe beauty companies really do want to help us look dazzling—but they’re not exactly forthcoming about how they do it. In the United States, the cosmetics industry is so loosely regulated that the FDA has only banned 11 ingredients. The European Union has prohibited or restricted 1,400. It’s up to you to figure out which…

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James Smith ‘Chick’ Wilson, Jr.

James Smith “Chick” Wilson, Jr., 95, passed away at his home Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. Funeral arrangements are pending through Jordan Funeral Home, 264 Hillsboro Street, Monticello; 706-468-6303; www.jordanfuneralhomemonticello.com. Check the funeral home website or www.themonticellonews.com for funeral arrangements.

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The Best Sour Candy That’s Actually Sour

Even though their facial options say differently, many people greatly enjoy eating sour candy. Some even believe the sourer, the better! With the way sour candy is created, there are multiple levels of how sour a candy can be. To get a better idea of some of the tastiest sour candies, take a look at…

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The Steps To Starting a Road Construction Project

When construction season rolls around, it can seem like there’s maintenance going on wherever you look. However, while certain times of year are better for the project itself, the planning, funding, and inspection portions of the process can take place year-round. In fact, without them, it would be impossible to maintain the infrastructure we’re familiar…

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What Happens to Bees During the Winter

Have you ever wondered what happens to bees during the winter? Luckily for you, we’re here to provide the answer to that exact question. After conducting much research and education on bees, we’ve provided a detailed explanation of what exactly bees do during the winter months and how it differs from the other seasons. Keep…

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Techniques for Protecting Coastlines From Erosion

Erosion can become a problem in a wide range of environments but it is especially pronounced along coastal areas. This is because the waters that they border constantly move away sediment as they wash in and out relative to the land’s edge. There are various techniques for protecting coastlines from erosion that people may use…

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Ways To Reduce the Amount of Trash You Create

As the planet’s environmental crisis continues to be a thorn in everyone’s side, it’s understandable that you’d want to do everything you can to help out. Every little bit helps when it comes to fighting climate change, and that includes the amount of trash you produce. We produce so much avoidable trash everyday, and we…

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Jasperites Elect Trump, Other Republicans

Jasper County voters turned out in force…toppling previous voter turnout records, as more than 73 percent of Jasper County’s registered voters took the time to cast their votes in this election. President Donald Trump won overwhelmingly in Jasper County, although results statewide and nationally were not yet complete. Republican President Trump garnered 5,809 votes here…

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