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Remembering Our Veterans

Next Wednesday, November 11 at 11 a.m. our country will take a moment to remember an event that took place in Rethondes, France, 102 years ago, the end of the Great War that was to end all wars, or so we were told. The first Armistice Day was celebrated in 1919 and then later the…

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Giving Thanks For Things Which Really Matter

With this column being written prior to Tuesday night it allows us a chance to take a breather from politics. Believe it not there are plenty of other items going on and it is nice to think about them for a little while at least. Certainly 2020 has been an unusual and outright odd and…

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Cougars Earn Win On Senior Night

The Piedmont Academy varsity football team put another win in the record book last Friday defeating visiting Augusta Prep 40-20 on Senior Night. The Cougars (6-1) guaranteed themselves a winning season for 2020 with the victory, something coach Will Johnson said was important for this year’s team as well as the program. “It was a…

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Canes, Lady Canes Qualify for Cross Country State Meet

The Jasper County-Monticello High School boys and girls cross country teams both qualified for the upcoming GHSA Class AA state meet as a result of their performances at region last week. It is the first time both the varsity boys and varsity girls have qualified for state in the same season. The Canes and Lady…

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Hurricanes Return to Action Friday Hosting Lamar for Homecoming

After a much-needed bye week, the Jasper County-Monticello High School football team returns to the field this Friday as the Hurricanes host region foe Lamar County. “We were able to rest and heal some,” said coach Rydell Jackson of the bye week. “We also had a chance to work on getting better. That was something…

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How To Reduce Your Transportation Footprint

Modern transportation is currently the largest source of greenhouse emissions in the country. Yes, you read that right–a personal vehicle is a top contributor to America’s pollution problem. Millions of cars and automobiles on the road daily is contributing to create an issue difficult to control. Unless you live in a city, alternative eco-friendly transportation…

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5 Things To Consider Before Starting a Business

A successful business all starts with a solution to consumer problems. However, just because you have a great idea, that doesn’t mean you’re ready to launch a business. There’s a lot that goes into a solid business plan. Here are five things you should consider before starting a business. What Kind of Business Structure Are…

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Places You Didn’t Know Had Free Wi-Fi

 We have never been so dependent on technology. It’s how we communicate with work, with school, and with loved ones we can’t see in person. But internet connections tend to fail just when we need them—like in the middle of an important conference call, or right before a research paper deadline. On top of that,…

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How To Properly Prepare Your Home for the Holidays

With the holidays just around the corner, you have probably already started a checklist of chores to get your house in perfect shape to host. If you are a new homeowner, have never hosted a holiday gathering, or it has been a few years since everybody gathered at your place, don’t worry. Provided below are…

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5 Common Concerns New Parents Share

Bringing a newborn home launches a barrage of worries. It’s a nearly universal experience with the first baby. Here are five common concerns new parents share. Breastfeeding It’s a myth that breastfeeding comes naturally. Both mother and baby need practice to achieve the optimal latch and comfort with breastfeeding. Many mothers also experience pain, clogged…

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