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Several Are Sentenced In Jasper Superior Court

Jasper Superior Court has been busy over the past two months conducting court sessions via teleconferences with the presiding judge and defendants. Judge Alison T. Burleson presided over the June 23 civil and criminal sessions. During that session, Fredrico Deonte Epps was sentenced to five years with the first 110 days in Jasper County jail…

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Perpetrators Sought For School Break-in

PERPETRATORS AT WASHINGTON PARK On Friday, June 26, deputies responded to a call of vandalism at Washington Park Elementary School. Upon arrival the deputies observed several vulgar mes- sages written on the boards in the school, and began reviewing the surveillance system footage from inside the building. The two suspects entered the building during the…

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Mayka West Thrives in School

MAKYA WEST “I knew I wanted to attend an HBCU (Historically Black College and University),” Makya West, who goes by Kya, told me about her college choice, Fort Valley State University (FVSU). It is important to Kya to be a part of at- tending a HBCU, a college or university that was originally founded to…

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Fire Prevention Tips for Commercial Businesses

It goes without saying that starting and running a business is no easy task. There are many factors to consider, including the offices in which you’ll operate. When it comes to opening an office, there are many additional factors you need to consider, including fire safety. These fire prevention tips for commercial businesses will help…

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The Benefits of Using a Fiber Laser Machine

The metal fabrication industry wouldn’t be the same without high-quality devices. Production time would skyrocket if workers had to do everything on their own. This decrease in efficiency would create substantial revenue loss for thousands of companies. Thus, there are certain machines every metal fabrication shop needs to be as proficient as possible. This article…

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Frank Anthony Hallman

Frank Anthony Hallman, age 65, died Thursday, June 18, 2020. Mr. Hallman was born May 18, 1955 in Macon. His parents were the late Norman Ray Hallman, Sr. and Dorcas Martha Fulks Hallman. He was a long-time resident of Monticello. He attended Monticello Baptist Church and retired from Georgia Pacific. Mr. Hallman, a master craftsman,…

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Joe Marshall Vaughn

Joe Marshall Vaughn, age 84, was born on August 3, 1935 in Murfreesboro, Tenn. He died June 20, 2020 at Grantville, Ga. He was the son of Samuel Enoch Vaughn and Claudine Alline Pitts Vaughn. He was one of 13 children in this family. For many years he was employed as a transportation clerk by…

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Tips for Restoring a Muscle Car

Some people really like cars. Because of that, they may purchase a beat-up vehicle in the hopes of giving it life again. This is called car restoration. Almost every vehicle can be restored back to its original image with some love, care, and elbow grease. If this appeals to you, check out these tips for…

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Factors That Affect Fiber-Optic Performance

Did you finally take the plunge and install a fiber-optic network? You probably invested in fiber-optic cables because you learned that they offer the most reliable connection and fastest speeds. That said, you’re likely frustrated when you’re working at home or streaming your favorite show and you start experiencing internet interruptions. Although fiber-optics are the…

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Effective Weather-Resistant Building Materials

Harsh rains, heavy winds, and hail can all wreak havoc on the integrity of buildings. Such damage doesn’t just cost a considerable amount of money to repair; it can also threaten the safety of those who dwell inside the building. To ensure that your building can stand up to the elements, you want to use…

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