As the 2024-25 school year came to an end, several spring sport athletes for Piedmont Academy were recognized for their accomplishments.On the baseball field, Jack Adams, Alex Statham and Zach Simmons were named GIAA District 6 All Region and Class AAA All State.The Diamond Cougars advanced to the state quarterfinals this spring.In girls soccer, Daylin…
The Jasper County Recreation Department is proud to remind families that young athletes are welcome and encouraged to participate in both travel ball and recreational sports leagues. Our goal is to support well-rounded athletic development and provide flexible opportunities for youth of all skill levels. “There’s a common misconception that kids have to choose between…
March 25, 1940 – March 16, 2025 Truitt Malone Fore of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on March 16, 2025, at the age of 84, at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born on March 25, 1940, in Monticello, Georgia, Truitt was the son of the late Virgil and Dovie Fore. Truitt spent his formative years…
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…