The Jasper County Commission met Monday for a called meeting to handle a few business items and continue budget discussions. After opening ceremonies, the commissioners heard a presentation from Mary Patrick about planning and zoning matters. She said that since the codes have changed, there will be more non-conforming lots, and she feels like the…
Jimmy and Lynda Sue McMichael of Monticello celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 12. After being high school sweethearts, the McMichaels were married at Monticello Baptist Church in 1965 where they are still members. The marriage brought three children, Jay (Kim), Amy Scroggs (Gary) and Greg (Becky); six grandchildren, Brady McMichael, Allison Scroggs, Brandi…
Jasper County Fire And Rescue personnel have been busy, removing trees from the road during so many recent storms, and on Sunday they participated in a search and rescue mission along with personnel from Butts County. Several people were kayaking and five ended upon the Butts County side of the river due to heavy currents.…
Jasper County Magistrate Court reviewed three civil court cases on June 13. The results were as follows: •LoanSouth Finance vs. Floranda Rooks for suit on note. A default judgement was issued. •LVNV Funding LLC vs. Ana Pitts for breach of contract. Case continued pending consent. •First Franklin Financial Corporation vs. Gary Walker for suit on…
In the regular meeting of the Jasper County Joint 911 Authority, on June 13, much information was shared by 911 Director Jennifer Smith, regarding many topics, ranging from new bylaws to new employees and upgrades to equipment at the 911 center and in the county. In the only action taken during the meeting, new bylaws…
We live in an age of technology…which we appreciate so much sometimes, but then there are those other times. Well, this is one of those other times. Our equipment at The Monticello News quit working over the weekend. Likely, Saturday night’s thunderstorms had something to do with it, but we don’t know that. What we…
Will There Be Scars in Heaven? Introduction: Have you ever thought about if there are going to be any scars in heaven? On the one hand, undoubtedly, we will have a brand New Body. Imagine that! The further we get down this road called life the more precious this becomes. Right? Speaking of a new…
Mercer University recently announced the President’s List and Dean’s List for the spring 2025 semester. Inclusion on these lists requires students to meet rigorous grade point average standards specific to the college or school within the university. William Tingler of Newborn, a junior in the College of Education, was named to the President’s List. Tristian…
Boater Byron Kenney, of Monticello, caught a five-bass limit weighing 17 pounds, 10 ounces, Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) presented by T-H Marine and Suzuki Marine on Lake Sinclair. The tournament was the fourth event of the season for the BFL Bulldog Division. Kenney earned $3,641 for his victory. Kenny…
It’s still June but the Piedmont Academy football team has been extremely busy as the countdown to the new campaign continues. First-year Cougar head coach Aubrey Payne has been overseeing summer conditioning and workouts, as the 2025 season is now less than two months away. Already Payne has had to reshuffle his initial coaching staff.…