What could have resulted in an immediate financial disaster for the Retreat Nursing Home has temporarily been averted, according to Jasper Memorial Chief Executive Officer Curt Roberts.Mr. Roberts explained that the hospital’s administrative staff received written notification on December 27 that Medicaid reimbursement rates would be sharply declining as of February 1.However, following a strategic…
We were given authority and we are not using it. We need to handle our own affairs,” exclaimed Jasper County tax assessor Bessie Davis during a board discussion Tuesday involving the proposed 2003 property revaluation.The three-member board decided during the January 14 bi-monthly meeting to pay one board member $10 per hour to call references…
Let herb roasted potato wedges replace French fries on your party menu. While a bit less fattening (a fair amount of olive oil still is used), they pack tons of flavor and crunch. For seasoning,get bold and make your own combination, such as paprika, oregano,garlic powder and hot pepper flakes. I’ve also had great success…
Don’t forget the nachos. To make them without the cheese, add a can of baked beans before heating. The thick, savory sauce combines nicely with salsa. You won’t even miss the dairy. For greens, go for iceberg lettuce. More tender and flavorful greens will be lost in the tastes and heft of this dish. I…
By the side of President Jimmy Carter as he signed the Department of Education Reform Bill, a lifelong advocate for education, and an honorary nurse, Jasper County resident Glenn Newsome is smiling and walking more .Most recently as Executive Director of Georgia’s Student Finance Commission (HOPE scholarships), the smiling Mr. Newsome has traded his three…
Holsey Tinsley was named Jasper County’s Citizen of the Year for 2002 at the Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner held last Thursday at the Monticello Visitor’s Center on the Square.Monticello Mayor Susan Holmes, the previous year’s top citizen, presented Mr. Tinsley with the award. {{more}}Mr. Tinsley earned a Purple Heart for his service in the…
After hearing numerous remarks and complaints about the need for an animal shelter and the lack of animal control, and a rebuttal of sorts from the animal control officer, all five Jasper County commissioners voted, with little debate, to immediately bring the animal control officer under the jurisdiction of the County Commission, rather than serving…