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 Little and Samantha…
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.…
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…
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…
Bruce Henry, Shane Short, Dodd Ferrelle The Council of the Northeast Georgia Regional Commission has selected Shane Short of Walton County to serve as the next NEGRC Council Chair. Short will be replacing John Daniell (Chairman, Oconee County), whose term as NEGRC Council Chair ends June 30. The Council has also chosen Dodd Ferrelle (Mayor,…
LaRee Tuggle Kilgore passed away at her home on June 8, 2025. LaRee had the gift of hospitality and loved to entertain her family and friends. She was a woman of a strong Christian faith which she lived out in her actions. LaRee loved to help her friends and neighbors in times of need. She…
Lucille “Lucy” Cooke Humphreys, age 94, formerly of Monticello, passed away in Covington on May 14, 2025, surrounded by family. Lucy was born on May 31, 1930, in Norge, Va. to the late George Harris Cooke of Louisa Co, Virginia and Frances Williams Cooke of Troy, Kansas. Lucy is a graduate of the College of…
Raymond Jamell Victor, 37, of a Covington address is charged with Cruelty to Children – 3rd Degree (three counts); Possession of Firearm or Knife During Commission of or attempt to Commit Crime; Possession of a Schedule IV Controlled Substance; Receipt/Possession/ or Transport of Firearm by Convicted Felon; Possession of Cocaine; Possession of Schedule II Controlled…
By SUSAN JACOBS Monticello City Council members brisked through the agenda items Tuesday evening before heading into executive session with Attorney Chris Miranda to discuss matters with the sale of Mine Lake Property. After roughly a 20 minute session with the attorney, the council resumed the meeting to vote to make a counter offer to…