According to Georgia Department of Health statistics published November 23, Jasper County’s current presumptive COVID-19 cases (179) total nearly 70 percent of the confirmed cases (269).There has been a 73 percent increase in COVID-19 cases during the current two week period ending November 22 which reflects a 271 incidence rate per 100,000 population versus the…
Deputies with the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office are investigating several thefts that occurred in the last week. On Monday, deputies were called to Tamarack Drive where there was a report of theft by receiving stolen property. Sometime between Saturday and Monday, someone broke into an address on Forsyth Street, taking cash. A refrigerator was reportedly…
Piedmont Academy’s Cameron Mobley has played a big role in the recent success of the Diamond Cougar baseball program. Now the senior has his athletic and academic careers mapped out following his high school education. Mobley officially signed to play baseball for the University of North Georgia during a ceremony held at Piedmont Academy last…
Thanksgiving is this week, which reminds us all to take stock of our many blessings. In this year of 2020, there is much to be thankful for, yet with social distancing, masks and hand sanitizer, some of us have complained a bit much this year. It’s time to take stock of some simple pleasures, and…
Leila Saye Hodge Martin, age 96, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020, at Northeast Medical Center in Gainesville, Ga. Leila Hodge Martin was born on April 22, 1924 in Madison to the late Emma Saye Hodge and William Bryant Hodge. After her father died, her mother married the late Loice Allen, Sr. and she had…
Rescues may have a series of hurdles to overcome. Agreeing to be there for the dog, regardless of the problems that will arise, should not be taken lightly. Following tips for caring for a rescued dog will help you be the most supportive foster, or forever parent, for the dog. Patience and Understanding Bringing home…
A celebration of life for Mrs. Velzie Elise Jeffries-Jones, who died November 6, 2020, was held Friday, Nov. 13, at Shady Grove Church Cemetery in Shady Dale. Elise was born on May 6, 1938 in Irwinton to Preston and Lillian Jeffries. She graduated from Jasper County High School in 1955 as salutatorian, and later, attended…
James Smith “Chick” Wilson, Jr., age 95, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. Chick Wilson was born to the late J.S. Wilson, Sr. and Ethel Persons Wilson. Chick loved the outdoors and was very active in Boy Scout Troop 57 with lots of outdoor camping. He played football, his greatest…
All 50 states in the U.S. have reported an increase in coronavirus cases over the past 14 days with Jasper County currently at 264 confirmed cases as of November 15 with 150 presumptive cases, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) statistics. The DPH reported that from November 9-16, the seven-day average of…
Only 11 of the 13 games listed in last week’s Monticello News football contest ended up being played, and 13 contest players got 11 right, making the tie-breaker guess very important. Rusty Pittman guessed 60 points would be scored in Piedmont’s lost to Gatewood, 42-21, making the tie-breaker score 63. Mr. Pittman guessed 60 points…