Several Are Sentenced in Superior Court
Activity Tuesday in Jasper Superior Court yielded a light court docket for Judge Terry Massey with only a handful of civil and criminal cases of which many were continued. Ronald Eugene Garrett was sentenced to three years of probation for possession of a schedule I controlled substance with a charge of crossing the guard line…
Read More5 Ways to Maintain Your Car for New Drivers
Your first car is one of the first major purchases and responsibilities you’ll have in your life. Taking good care of your vehicle is imperative, as proper maintenance can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Learn about the essential ways to maintain your car. Wash Your Car Something you’ll want to do regularly…
Read MoreCommission Votes No on Event Center
The Jasper County Commissioners Monday, after some discussion, voted to deny a text amendment that would provide for and event center as a use in the Jasper County Code of Ordinances under agricultural zoning, with a special use permit. Julie Rowland had sought the text amendment as she wants to use her property on Post…
Read MoreLady Canes Place Sixth at Region Golf
The 2019 season was one of firsts for the Monticello High School girls golf team. The players competed against other schools for the first time and also had the chance to compete at the Region 8-AA tournament at Chimney Oaks Course in Homer. Ansley Hargrove had the low round for the Lady Canes at 119.…
Read MoreMusings
The market opened Saturday. What market, you ask? Well, the Market on the Square, right here in beautiful Monticello, GA. If you missed it, it’s o,.k., it will be open until the end of September, and much of the fresh produce is yet to come. But don’t put it off each week, thinking you can…
Read MoreHappy Mother’s Day
Mama-theology, words of wisdom that somehow are on a continuous loop in your brain. Mama sayings, “Don’t run in the house, Shut the door, Don’t jump on the bed/couch, Go outside and play, Do you think I am made out of money, Stop it or you’ll be sorry…”. You know. Mamas are our first teacher,…
Read MoreThree Decades Since My High School Graduation
With graduation approaching for another year, the majority of high school seniors are no doubt more than ready to leave their school days at this level behind. Most are likely counting down the days, hours even, until their tassels were officially turned. It’s probably that way at any high school in our country whether large…
Read MoreBeta Club Receives $1,000 Donation for Nationals
Jasper County High School Beta Club received a $1,000 grant from the Central Georgia EMC Foundation. The funds will be used to help send 27 students to compete in the Beta Club National Convention. “We are very grateful for the support of the CGEMC Foundation,” said Beta Advisor Cheryl Jacobs. “We have never sent so…
Read MorePiedmont FFA’ers Receive Awards at State Convention
On April 25-27, Piedmont Academy attended the annual FFA State Convention held in Macon. At this event multiple FFA members were recognized for their accomplishments through the organization this year. That night they heard from the keynote speaker, Walter Bond. He spoke about setting goals and working to accomplish them without making excuses of why…
Read MorePiedmont Academy Holds Baccalaureate Service
Mansfield Baptist Church hosted Piedmont Academy’s Baccalaureate Service for the Class of 2019 on May 5, in the church’s sanctuary. The service began with a processional including the speakers, faculty, and graduates. Dr. Jeff Perkins, pastor of Mansfield Baptist Church, welcomed the graduates, their families, and faculty to the service, and his welcome was followed…
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