Literal Or Symbolic
The Bible is written symbolically with a literal application. For instance, Hannah prays to God in 2nd Samuel 2:1-10 thanking Him for answering her prayer for a son. In verse one and verse 10 she mentions her “horn.” People do not have “horns.” David, and the word of God, also speak of horns in a…
Read MoreWords
I’ve written in this column before about how much I like words. I play Words with Friends, work crossword puzzles, occasionally do a word search, and just enjoy words. When I run across a word I’m not familiar with, I look it up. Often, at least at the office, if I run across the unusual…
Read MoreCriminal Court Sentences Listed
Jasper Superior Court conducted a motion day session on June 25 which produced the following sentences during the criminal portion of the docket. Douglas Parker, sentenced to three years of probation for possession of methamphetamine and driving with expired license. He was fined $1,500. Samanatha Lee Kidd, remanded to the Jasper County jail suspended upon…
Read MoreSchool Board Set 13.25 Millage Rate
The Jasper County School Board last week approved the FY25 Millage Rate of 13.25 mills. The action came after a public hearing at a called meeting Tuesday, June 25. The board also approved Smithbuilt Construction as the Construction Management At Risk Firm for projects at Jasper County Pre-K, Washington Park Elementary School, and Jasper County…
Read MoreHospital Partners With New Providers
Jasper Memorial Hospital (JMH) obtained a new partner, Rural Physicians Group (RPG), in its mission to provide care for the Jasper County community at JMH, starting June 18. JMH has signed a contract with RPG to manage its Emergency Room (ER) services. Like many rural hospitals throughout Georgia and the United States, JMH partners with…
Read MoreCounty O.K.s Special Tax
The Jasper County Commissioners held a public hearing Monday night on having a flat fee to fund a new ambulance station in the north end of the county, as opposed to using a millage rate to fund the expansion. The Commission originally had suggested taking the money typically allocated for Jasper Memorial Hospital and using…
Read MoreSMOKE OVER MONTICELLO
Five cooks competed in Smoke Over Monticello last Saturday at the Blaque Butterfly at Reese Hall on Greene Street. There were several vendors offering merchandise, food and drinks. Children were entertained with a bounce house, and patrons had an opportunity to taste the barbecue. Live music entertained those who attended. Competing teams were Triple C,…
Read MorePersons Are Booked Into Jail
Jasper County deputies had a light week last week, as it pertains to arrests, with this week’s arrest booking being relatively short. Those who were booked into the Jasper County Detention Center and their charges, include: •Jeremy Eugene Ellenburg, 43, Stockbridge—probation violation •Harvey Deorlanzo Jordan, 40, Monticello— theft by taking; criminal trespass •Kathrine Alan Fox,…
Read MoreRuthie Mae Tinsley Richards
September 2, 1942— June 27, 2024 A Memorial Celebration of Life for Mrs. Ruthie Mae Tinsley Richards will be held on Friday, July 5, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Righteous Temple UPC, 247 Culver Street in Monticello, Georgia 31064. Bishop Charles Davis will be the eulogist. Smith and Sons Funeral Home has charge of arrangements.…
Read MoreBilly Frank Manning
A celebration of life for Billy Frank Manning, who died June 19, 2024, is planned for Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Springfield Missionary Baptist Church, 834 Hillsboro Street in Monticello, Ga. 31064. Rev. Dr. Jimmy Horton, eulogist. Burial at South View Cemetery. Mr. Manning was born October 17, 1940. Smith and Sons…
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