It’s essential to keep your car clean. A clean vehicle sends a message of sophistication to other drivers and keeps you more organized. However, most people don’t know there is a right and a wrong way to clean your car. This brief article will discuss five common car cleaning myths and see if any are…
Jasper County deputies had a relatively light week last week, with only a few thefts reported and few people arrested. There was a report of theft of a refrigerator from an address on RedStart Court. In addition, there was a report of forgery/bad check at 3 Short Street, dating back to October. There was also…
A celebration of life for Shelia Pennamon Dennis, who died November 1, 2019 was held Friday, Nov. 8, at Greenwood Baptist Church. Bishop Nicholas Curry, pastor, was eulogist. Burial was in South View Cemetery. Shelia Roselle Pennamon Dennis was born on April 13, 1971 in Monticello to the parents of Harvey L. Pennamon and the…
Sue L. Brunk died Wednesday, Nov. 6, surrounded by her loving husband, children and granddaughter, at the age of 53. She was born November 5, 1966 to Fanny and the late Adin Yutzy. She was married to Anthony Brunk on October 20, 1990, and he survives her. Also surviving are the children Carissa (Trenton) Weaver…
A celebration of life for Mrs. Carolyn Standifer Beasley, who died November 1, 2019, was held Thursday, Nov. 7, at St. James A.M.E. Church in Monticello. Rev. Reginald R. Jacobs, Sr., pastor; Elder Frank Dixon eulogist. Burial was in South View Cemetery. Mrs. Beasley was born on January 14, 1950 in Monticello to the late…
A homegoing service for Elijah “Buddy” Banks who died November 5, 2019, was held Saturday, Nov. 9, at Freedonia A.M.E. Church in Monticello. Rev. Herman Dennis, pastor, was eulogist. Mr. Banks, known by most as “Buddy” was born to the parentage of the late Henry Banks and Eliza Mae Barron. He retired form the city…
Ever wonder what it would be to grow up an only child…only to find out you’re not? Or maybe grow up with a brother, and always wish you had a sister? Well for adopted women Angie Williams of Monticello and Trenet Mullins of Eads, Tenn., that pretty much sums up their childhoods. Both always knew…
The Jasper County High School Film Class will debut its documentary, “Monticello Crossroads” at a red carpet premiere at the Thomas Persons Hall on Thursday, Nov. 21. This is a free event, but participants must have a ticket to enter. Tickets can be “purchased” for either the 7 p.m. Red Carpet Premiere or for the…
‘Tis the season indeed and I know it because the expeditious commercialism of the holidays has begun. Christmas merchandise is everywhere. Retail stores have had their wares out since mid- October, hot and heavy, well before Thanksgiving. I know I complain about it every year but every year it’s the same scenario and it’s still…
Exodus 14:3-4 Sometimes we find ourselves in the dilemmas of life and can’t find the answers because we are asking the wrong questions. Incurable diseases, children in crisis, legal issues, can’t pay bills, or even difficult relationships are all examples of life’s dilemmas. Here’s the natural reaction or impulsive responses based on instinct: “How did…