Everything Is Political, Even When Things Shouldn’t Be
This may sound a little strange coming from someone who enjoys political campaigns so much but things have become too political in 2020. It seems everything today has turned political but common sense says some things should not be. Take the COVID-19 health crisis, for example. This legitimate health scare has become political, way too…
Read MoreLitter, Litter Everywhere
I went to Funderburg Park Monday morning with my children. In hindsight, we had a great time—the morning was still cool, especially in the shade, and very few people were there. Those who were walking or playing waved and said hello from a distance. The children enjoyed being somewhere other than at home, and the…
Read MoreHow to Improve Reaction Time for Gaming
When you’re playing an action videogame where you aim to defeat other players with guns and other weapons in a fast-paced environment, having a quick reaction time can enable you to come out on top. Often, a few brief hits or a single shot is all it takes to knock someone else out. Therefore, you…
Read MoreMonument, Ethics, and Utility Rates Questioned
The Monticello City Council Tuesday heard from DeAngelo Norris, a native of Monticello who now lives in the Atlanta area, who suggested that the Confederate monument in the middle of the Monticello Square no longer defines Monticello and Jasper County. They also heard from Adam McGinnis, a Monticello business owner, and resident of Jasper County,…
Read MoreServiceman To Leave
LCPL Bailey Ezell will leave this Sunday, July 19, for his first deployment with the United States Marine Corps. His family is asking the hometown that he loves to give a show of support for LCPL Ezell as he leaves for the deployment. He will be going through the Monticello Square at approximately 1 p.m.…
Read MoreThe Meaning Behind the American Flag
The American flag is an important symbol of our nation that has undergone many significant changes through the centuries. This quick guide explains the history of the appearance and the meaning behind the American flag. The Creation of the First American Flag The first official American flag was created on June 14, 1777. The Continental…
Read MoreTwyla Starr Keiser
Twyla Starr Keiser Loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, Twyla Starr Keiser, passed away at the age of 63 on June 25, 2020. Funeral services were held June 30, 2020 at Hamilton Mill Memorial Chapel and Gardens. Twyla was born in Mansfield on February 21, 1957 to Harold and Loraine Allen. Twyla went to school…
Read MoreThe Different Types of Eczema and How to Identify Them
Millions of individuals across the country have experienced—or are currently experiencing—the skin condition known as eczema. This common ailment, categorized by the raised, itchy, and red rash it inflicts, develops from multiple different factors and presents itself in various ways. Because of this, eczema itself comes in several types that range from how it looks…
Read MoreA Basic Guide to Tennis Terminology
Tennis is the perfect outdoor sport to play during the summer. What makes it such an ideal summer activity for newcomers and veterans of the sport alike is that the basic guidelines are so easy to pick up. Although the rules are easy to learn, though, the terminology can be a bit confusing at first.…
Read MoreCounty O.K.s Budget; Gets 2019 Audit
The Jasper County Commission, at its regular meeting Monday evening, adopted the Fiscal Year 2021 budget of $11,389,629. The millage rate is set at 14.533 mills, which is slightly lower than the rollback rate. The commission also heard a report on the 2019 audit, which had a clean opinion. There were several findings in the…
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