Jasper Memorial Hospital began magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) services on March 29 as an addition to the diagnostic services already offered locally. MRI scans are currently available on Wednesday afternoons at the local facility with the use of a mobile unit. Patsy Hyman, Director of Radiology, explained that the advanced equipment uses a powerful magnetic…
State Representative Jim Cole (R-Forsyth) has announced that he will seek re-election to the House District 125 post he has held since 2004. “It has been one of the greatest honors of my life to serve the people of Monroe, Jones, Jasper and Lamar counties in the State House,” said Rep. Cole. “Working with area…
City of Monticello residents will have extended due dates in April and May to pay their utility bills as result of a 3-0 vote Tuesday of the Monticello City Council.The action came with the stipulation that residents, on both billing cycles, would not face cutoffs or late fees if the monthly bill is paid by…
The Jasper County Planning and Zoning Office plays a significant role in the future development of the county with its mission of providing quality growth.In 2005 there were 201 building permits for stick built houses in the county. Through March of this year there have been 55, compared to 37 during the same period last…
The Monticello Hurricane baseball team suffered decisive losses in their last two games.Last Friday, April 7 it was to Morgan County 17-8, and on Monday, April 10 to Monroe Area 21-5.After losing three starters, including senior Matt Hyde, the ‘Canes are back to being a young team with the usual starting lineup including three freshmen,…
If you were following this series of educational articles in 2005 you will remember that the Development Authority of Jasper County’s (DAJC) three goals were to 1) assist with existing business retention and expansion, 2) attract new industry and large business so that 200 jobs were created (by 2010), and 3) improve conditions and coordinate…
…”We’ve been astounded by what location in Georgia and location in Atlanta has done for our company”…—Pete Correll, Chairman & CEO, Georgia Pacific.Mr. Correll’s statement not only applies to Georgia but to Monticello as well because Georgia Pacific is one of our largest industries and employers. Imagine the pride we feel in having them feel…
Funeral services for Deacon Frank A. Clemons, 71, will be held Wednesday, April 12 at Griggs Chapel A.M.E. Church in Monticello beginning at 1 p.m. Burial will follow in the Reid Chapel Cemetery in Eatonton. The Rev. Robert Thurman will officiate.He died April 6. Mr. Clemons was born April 25, 1934 to the late David…
Eddie Duncan, 73, of Monticello, died Tuesday, April 11, at Jasper Memorial Hospital.Mr. Duncan, formerly of Levy County, Fla., moved to Jasper County four months ago. His parents were the late Percy Duncan and Edith Southern Duncan. He retired as a maintenance foreman for the North Florida Regional Hospital. His two brothers preceded him in…