In April and May, (33) Jasper County Middle School eighth grade students earned their Microsoft Office Word Certification. As soon as eighth grade, students can pursue this certification as part of Jasper County High School’s Career and Technical Agricultural Education (CTAE) Business Pathway. CTAE programs (or Pathways) equip students with workforce skills needed for post-secondary…
More than 4,000 students graduated from Georgia State University at the conclusion of the Spring 2025 semester. Graduating students were honored during the university’s 110th commencement exercises in May. Graduating students from the Jasper County area include the following: Deonna Arnold of Newborn with an Associate of Science degree in Biology; Rachel Langford of Monticello…
Georgia College & State University recently recognized nearly 1,500 students at its spring 2025 commencement ceremony, including local students: Lurner Benton, of Monticello, earned a Bachelor of Arts degree; Warren Lynwood, of Monticello, earned a Bachelor of Science degree; and Kaitlyn Reed, of Monticello, earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree Located in Milledgeville,…
Two students from the Jasper County area have been named to the Spring 2025 Dean’s List at Brewton-Parker College in Mount Vernon. Gabriel Montana Evans and Levi Crosby Shaw, both of Monticello, were named to the Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must earn a grade point average (GPA) of 3.6 or…
Frances Laverne Roberts Smith, 89, died peacefully in her sleep on Friday morning, May 23, 2025 in Atlanta. Laverne was born on July 21, 1935, to the late Frances and Vernon Lagre Roberts. She was raised in Monticello, GA, and attended Monticello High School where she was involved in 4-H and played basketball. She was…
Cecil Whitman Hooper passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on October 10, 1948, in Monticello to Coy and Laura Hooper. A proud graduate of Monticello High School, Class of 1966, Cecil went on to serve his country in the Army National Guard for six…
Maggie Marlene Mathews Jenson, age 48, of Griffin, passed away on Tuesday, May 29, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2025 at 11 a.m.. at Bethlehem Baptist Church. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Arrangements by Jordan Funeral Home.
Otis Paul Grier passed away at Atrium Health Hospital in Macon, on May 28, 2025. A celebration of life for Mr. Grier is on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at noon at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 4430 Jackson Lake Road in Monticello, Ga. Burial is at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Milledgeville. Smith and Sons Funeral Home…
*September 9, 1942 – June 3, 2025* With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Janet Louise Davis on June 3, at the age of 82. She was a devoted wife, cherished mother, and beloved grandmother, known for her sharp intellect and dry sense of humor. Born in Celina, Ohio, Janet grew up on a…
Frances Laverne Roberts Smith, 89, died peacefully in her sleep on Friday morning, May 23, 2025 in Atlanta. Laverne was born on July 21, 1935, to the late Frances and Vernon Lagre Roberts. She was raised in Monticello, GA, and attended Monticello High School where she was involved in 4-H and played basketball. She was…