School Options Are Outlined
Jasper County Schools will begin the 2020-2021 academic year without changes to the calendar. All faculty and staff will report to school on Tuesday, Aug. 4, and students will return on Wednesday, Aug. 12. Students will have the option in Kindergarten-12th grades to participate in virtual learning as an alternative to traditional school. Families will…
Read MoreWhere To Set Your Focus
Revelation 22:6-21 And He said unto me, Those sayings are faithful and true: and the Lord God of the Holy Prophet sent his angel to shew unto his servants the things which must shortly be done. To God be the Glory. Amen To The Monticello News staff I thank God for the spreading of his…
Read MoreEyewitness 2 Travel Now
Let’s get the story straight right from the beginning. OK? Traveling outside your zone right now is not easy. This past Sunday in Tennessee, I spoke at a Celebration of Life for a life-long friend who passed away the middle of April. At the time, no service was held, no relatives except for her husband…
Read MorePolitical Lawsuits, The Passing Of A Georgia Icon and Jungle Primary Campaigning
Items from my political notebook as the Georgia summer beats us all into submission: The battle between Georgia governor Brian Kemp and Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, while somewhat fascinating to watch, is really silly in the grand scheme of things. For those who claim the governor’s decision to sue the Atlanta mayor is not…
Read MoreGHSA Delays Start of Football Season for Two Weeks
The Georgia High School Association announced earlier this week that the start of the 2020 football season will be delayed until September 4. Previously, games were scheduled to begin August 21. As of now football will be the only sport delayed in terms of events or games. Cross country, volleyball and softball will begin as…
Read MoreJCHS Holds Summer Prom
Last Saturday evening, July 18, Jasper County High School held its 2020 Junior-Senior Prom, taking the opportunity to provide students with a notable, celebratory experience in the face of a truncated school year. This uniquely scheduled prom was the inaugural event of the freshly manicured, newly opened plaza area of its on-campus sports complex, right…
Read MoreJCHS Graduation Is Friday
Some 145 out of 157 Jasper County High School seniors will receive their diplomas at a commencement ceremony tomorrow, July 24, at 7:30 p.m. at the newly built Hurricane Field behind the school. Several seniors have already received their diplomas after opting out of participating in the ceremony for various reasons including entry into the…
Read More4 Tips for Your First Sports Broadcast
Watching sports with the family isn’t an uncommon activity in American households. Doing this can cause a child to fall in love with a sport and grow up wanting to play it. However, others become more fascinated with a different aspect—they love the broadcast team commentating or conducting interviews throughout the event. Sports broadcasting is…
Read MoreThe Most Effective Ways to Relieve Stress
No one could’ve predicted how crazy this year would be. The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed every facet of people’s lives. With all of these changes and uncertainty comes high levels of anxiety. Individuals who are struggling to cope should read about the most effective ways to relieve stress. Exercise Exercise is a great stress-reliever. When…
Read MoreTips on How to Maintain Your Car’s Automatic Transmission
A vehicle’s automatic transmission is one of the most expensive components to replace and one of the most complicated to repair. To avoid shelling out a substantial amount of cash or pulling your hair out trying to conduct challenging repairs, it’s best to prevent issues from occurring in the first place. Here are some tips…
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