June 9 is the new date for Georgia’s 2020 primary election. Hopefully it can be written in ink now instead of pencil.Previously set for May 19, the primary was delayed due to the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis. It is the second postponement for Georgia’s presidential primary. That vote was initially set for March 24 before…
While so many are home sheltering in place as the coronavirus spreads throughout the US, essential workers, including grocery store clerks, pharmacists, delivery workers, medical personnel, and more, face certain challenges. For one, they are more at risk of infection as they contact people. To lower your employees’ risk as much as possible, consider
ANN GASSES Ann Gasses has seen a lot in her 90 years, including raising a family, running a business, and having an active social life, but she has never seen anything like this COVID-19 pandemic. But we didn’t talk much about that last week; we concentrated on how Mrs. Gasses got to where she is…
JCHS SENIOR AKIREN WALKER An alto sax player in the Monticello Hurricanes symphonic band and former jazz band, senior class president, a member of the track team, a wrestler and a football player for the Monticello Hurricanes, Akiren Walker, known as A.K. to everyone, is happy to have spent his school years in the Jasper…
WILL MCELHENEY TAKES SELFIE Will McElheney, a junior at Jasper County High School, has been selected to attend the Georgia Governor’s Honor Program this summer at Berry College. Will was nominated by Jasper County High School Band Director Chris Savage and was selected in the area of music (trumpet). Will and three other JCHS students…
MONTICELLO NATIVE TYRIN LAWRENCE Tyrin Lawrence, a Monticello native who is the son of Valencia Clark and the late Ivan Lawrence, has committed to play college basketball at Vanderbilt University in Tennessee as a four star national recruit. The 6’3” shooting guard fielded several offers including Georgia State University, Gonzaga University, Kansas State University, Washington…
John H. Jones, born January 12, 1951, passed away April 7, 2020 of heart failure. He was a resident of Monticello. He was a member of Callie Fuller Baptist Church, born in East Point, to John D. Jones and Blanche Smith. He was a veteran who served in the Army and Marines. His loving wife,…
Buying a new car is a huge decision. There are so many factors you have to think about, such as the price, the model, and the possibility of repairs in the future. Unfortunately, there are even more things to think about if you’re purchasing a diesel truck. This article will explain what to know before…
Every parent wants their family to stay together forever. However, sometimes staying together isn’t the most feasible option for everyone. If you’re going through legal proceedings regarding the state of your family, here are three mistakes to avoid during a custody case. Posting Details on Social Media Social media is a constant presence in society…
Cars are complex machines that give great freedom but require careful attention. Anyone who drives needs a base knowledge of car function. If you’re a parent looking to teach your kids before they turn 16, consider these tips for teaching your child how to care for cars. Teaching Little Kids Small children can’t help with…