Howell Kenneth Wilkins, age 62, of Monticello, passed away on December 5, 2020.Kenny was born on June 28, 1958 in Duluth, to the late Buddy Wilkins and Martha Jo Wilkins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Wayne Wilkins and Lesley Wilkins.Kenny attended Stone Mountain High School and retired…
When you need operations to run smoother, the first thing you should look at is the machinery. Learn why clean manufacturing equipment is important. Every manufacturer knows that efficiency and quality are two of the most important aspects of success. For processes to run efficiently and businesses to create high-quality products, you need to take…
When you run a medical facility, your priority should be to provide patients with the best care possible. One way to measure the quality of your care is through patient satisfaction rates. These days, much of patient satisfaction relies on the same qualities that make for good customer service. Compassion, communication, and comfort create an…
As COVID-19 continues to ravage the world, the idea of what it means to go to work has changed. Our society has suddenly found itself socially distanced. Now we are working from home in our pajama-pant bottoms and button-up tops. So, while the reason many of us are working from home is the same, the…
Digital security is on everyone’s minds these days, as more people shop online. Since people are increasing their online presence, businesses are using data centers to keep their customers’ information safe. Consider these keys to choosing a data center colocation provider before signing on the dotted line. You don’t want to make a decision that…
Classic car restoration is one of the most rewarding hobbies for car enthusiasts. However, classic car restoration isn’t for everyone. Fixing up an old classic takes ample time, resources, and money. Keep these tips for restoring a classic car in mind for your next project. Watch Out for Rust If you’re buying an old car…
The Monticello City Council held a two-and-a-half hour work session covering numerous items last Thursday, before its regular meeting Tuesday. Because it was a work session, no votes could be taken, so some items were to be discussed again Tuesday. One item that garnered much discussion was the Charter Amendment. City Attorney Joe Reitman said…
The Monticello News will publish its annual Christmas section next Thursday, Dec. 17. The section will include letters to Santa from children in the community. Many letters are submitted by the schools and day cares, but parents are also encouraged to submit their child’s letter if they do not go to day care or school.…
The Monticello City Council spent considerable time Tuesday discussing the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the city of Monticello and the Monticello-Jasper County Chamber of Commerce (COC). Some questions had been raised at a work session last Thursday (see related story, page 2), about the COC’s MOU with the city. A few small changes were…
Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King has announced that a fire off Lakeshore Drive in Monticello has been ruled an act of arson. The fire occurred at 485 Lakeshore Drive around 5:20 a.m. on Thursday, December 3. “On Thursday morning, a neighbor called 911 about a fire at this 38-year-old, 1,248-square-foot mobile home…