Cancelling Primaries Goes Against Open Election Process
Here’s an open challenge to anyone who claims to be American and also claims to value open and free elections. Following the lead of other states including Nevada, South Carolina and Kansas, the Republican Party of Minnesota has already decided who will win that state’s presidential primary next year. There has not been one vote…
Read MoreCanes Defeat the Leopards 28-0
Three rushing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown took the Canes to victory Friday night. The rushing touchdowns, one by Jaylon Mitchell and two by Mario Greene, and the receiving touchdown by Mac Barton gave the Canes the 28-0 win against the Banks County Leopards in a region game played in Homer. The Canes kicked off…
Read MoreLoretta Arlene Seales Pope
Loretta Arlene Seales Pope, age 80, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2019, at Abbey Hospice in Social Circle. Arlene Pope was born and raised in Sparta, the daughter of the late Robert Furman Seales and Louise Chapman Seales. She moved to Jasper County in 1964 after marrying Lynwood Pope. In addition to her parents, she…
Read MoreThings Every New Eyelash Artist Should Know
Becoming an eyelash extension artist can be a rewarding and fun career. You get to work flexible hours, improve peoples’ confidence, and be creative. There is a lot that goes into the process, and it can be uncomfortable or even dangerous for your clients if you’re not careful and knowledgeable. Check out these things every…
Read MoreCity Manager Tim Young Loves To Fish
TIM YOUNG Tim Young has completed three months as City Manager of Monticello, and he says one key to success is to treat everybody the same. When I met with him for this interview, he was on the phone with a city utility customer, and he repeated himself several times, that the only option is…
Read More53rd Annual Deer Festival
Caela Cook was crowned Deer Festival queen at the Jasper County Deer Festival Saturday, and Kensley Ann Lindsey was named first runner-up. Previously crowned were Isabel White, Deer Festival Princess (left) and Claire Raelynn Tapley, Little Miss Fawn. The crowning took place at noon of the Deer Festival Saturday. The festival began with a fun…
Read MoreBenefits of Buying an Established Dental Practice
It’s no secret that starting a business poses many challenges and risks. Fortunately, starting from scratch isn’t your only option. To decrease your failure risk when entering the world of entrepreneurship, consider purchasing an established business rather than growing a startup. Here are the many benefits of buying an established dental practice. Established brand Establishing…
Read MoreTop Maintenance Tips for Heavy Equipment
When your ability to do your job relies on your equipment’s condition, it’s crucial you take the time to properly care for these tools. Though heavy machinery is built to stand up to harsh conditions, they can still break down like any other tool in the workplace. You need to care for and repair them…
Read MoreHow to Start a Business in Agriculture
Anyone looking to make good money should get into the agriculture business. These days, people are relying more and more on farmland crops in favor of processed foods. Anyone looking to cash in on this expanding market should read this guide on how to start a business in agriculture. Figure Out Financing Starting a business…
Read More5 Tips for Hosting a Friendsgiving Party
Friendsgiving has become a popular trend in recent years. People usually spend Thanksgiving with their families, so it can be nice to host a separate event for your friends to show them how thankful you are that they’re in your life. These five tips for hosting a Friendsgiving party will ensure your event goes off…
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