Eddie Marvin Howard
Eddie Marvin Howard passed away peacefully with his family at his side at his residence on Liberty Church Road on Tuesday, Oct. 13. Arrangements are pending by Smith and Sons Funeral Home, Monticello.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Cases Increase Slightly in Jasper County
Jasper County had recorded 231 confirmed cases and 113 presumptive cases of COVID-19 for a total of 344, according to the North Central Health District’s weekly COVID-19 health update on October 13. The number of cases from the previous week ending on October 4 rose slightly with seven new confirmed cases and three new presumed…
Read MoreChurch Unity
Nothing restricts the effectiveness and the power of the gospel’s impact on people and a community more than disunity in a church. The causes of disunity can vary greatly, but the effect is always the same — fewer people are changed by the gospel. Why is this? First, Jesus told us it would be this…
Read MoreFall Is in the Air
Autumn is here, leaves falling, some pretty wildflowers along the road. If you have no destination in mind, take a walk or ride around Jasper County to take in some beauty. Seen recently while driving around were some red spider lilies. These are not native to Georgia, but rather to China and Japan. The flowers…
Read MoreCanes Impressive in Region Opener
The Jasper County-Monticello High School football began its 2020 region schedule on the right foot last Friday in Macon. The Hurricanes (2-3 overall, 1-0 in Region 3-AA) defeated Southwest-Macon 36-22 behind another gritty and determined performance. “We feel really good about the win,” coach Rydell Jackson said. “I thought it was a great team effort.…
Read MoreLady Canes To Host Playoff Games
The Jasper County-Monticello Hurricane ladies, ranked second in Region 3AA, will host Toombs County on Monday, Oct. 19 at 4 and 6 p.m. at the softball field located at the school, 14477 Hwy. 11 North. The ladies played a non-region contest at GMC Wednesday, falling 7-5. The ladies then traveled to Jefferson on Thursday for…
Read More4 Tips for Beginning TIG Welders
The welding trade goes back thousands of years, beginning in some form as soon as societies learned how to build with metals such as iron and bronze. From around the 19th century on, welding became more and more diverse as short-pulse electric arcs and other innovations came into play. One such development is TIG welding…
Read MoreEssential Hardware for Rigging and Hoisting
Rigging and hoisting are necessary in a number of industries, including construction, manufacturing, shipbuilding, and logging. The quality of rigging equipment and hardware varies greatly, and you’re responsible for investing in quality materials for your company. You must also ensure you have the necessary hardware to go with your equipment. Check out our list of…
Read More5 Simple Tricks To Make an Old Car Feel Brand New
Not everyone is lucky enough to own a new car, but that’s nothing to be ashamed of. If anything, you can save yourself a lot of money when you own a used vehicle, so long as you care for it properly. Driving an older vehicle can also be cooler than a more modern model because…
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