Rudon A. Tuck
Rudon A. Tuck, age 77, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017, at the Medical Center of Central Georgia in Macon. He was born in Columbus, Ga., to the late Herman Arlin Tuck and Era Hill Tuck. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jerome Tuck. Rudon Tuck, who loved…
Read MoreMrs. Hattie Mae Soloman Williams
A celebration of life for Mrs. Hattie Mae Soloman Williams was held Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017 at Sardis C.M.E. Church in Monticello. Rev. Arthur Goodman, pastor, and Rev. Preston Campbell officiated; burial was in the church cemetery. Mrs. Williams was born May 6, 1928 in Jasper County. She completed her 89 years of earthly life…
Read MoreRandy Pitts, Sr.
Randy Wayne Pitts, Sr., age 61 of Panama City Beach, FL, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2017. Funeral Services were held on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017 in the Loganville Chapel of Tim Stewart Funeral Home. Pastor Rick King officiated. Interment followed at West View Cemetery in Monticello. Randy was preceded in death by his…
Read MoreVeterans Day
Veterans Day this Saturday is to honor all those who served honorably whether volunteer or drafted. Since 1918 on the day when World War I officially ended on the 11th month, 11th day at 11 a.m., our nation sets aside time to remember. In 1916, America was not a part of World War I, but…
Read MoreSouthern Justice, Part 18
I’m Fixin’ To present part 18 of: Southern Justice. Jackie and B. Wendell’s next contact was by phone the next day. Rick had gone to the bank to get a signature card so Jackie could have access to his checking account. As soon as B. Wendell Hormel”s voice came over the line, without even saying…
Read MoreA Full Month of Giving Thanks
Probably more so than any other month, November conjures thoughts of fall, family and being thankful. With it being on many people’s minds as we approach Thanksgiving, I thought it would be a good time to offer thanks for things both serious and not-so-serious. Some people enjoy posting each day during November what they are…
Read MoreFinancial Aid Workshop Is Today
Jasper County High School will be holding a FAFSA drop-in work session today, Nov. 9 from 4-8 p.m. To apply for federal student aid, such as federal grants, work-study, and loans, students need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Completing and submitting the FAFSA is free and easier than ever, and…
Read More‘Canes Head To Playoffs
With a three way tie for the last playoff position, Social Circle, Putnam County and Monticello (all 2-4 in region play) met at a neutral field on Monday to determine which team would be making a visit to the state playoffs. After Putnam County defeated Social Circle, all attention went to the mini-game between the…
Read MoreSeveral Cougars Have Standout Season
Even as the Piedmont Academy football players and coaches look ahead to 2018, there were several players who had quality seasons this fall. Quarterback Tate Marks passed for 975 yards and six touchdowns while Logan Conner was the team’s leading rusher with 458 yards on 111 carries with three scores. JT Webb was the top…
Read MoreCougar Basketball Begins Next Week
Piedmont Academy’s varsity basketball teams will usher in a new season on Nov. 14 and both the Cougars and Lady Cougars will have new coaches leading them for 2017-2018. Will Johnson will be coaching the varsity boys this season while Ron Holder will lead the varsity girls program. The season opener will be Tuesday against…
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