From figuring out their next steps in life to juggling extracurricular activities and schoolwork, high school students have much to accomplish all while they develop their character and habits that will shape the rest of their lives. For those who engage in athletic activities, this is amplified as they not only worry about their actions…
On September 9, Shiloh Christian Academy held Senior Night to honor Tori Cornelius and Kaitlin Boynton for their dedication and hard work. The Lady Knights hosted the Nathanael Greene Lady Patriots. The first match went in favor of the Knights as they won, 25-14, game two SCA players Olivia Troutman and Amil Clark had big…
The Lady Canes had a much deserved 7-1 win over Putnam County on September 17. Playing on their new home field, the Lady Canes found everything in this win: pitching, hitting, runs and defense. As the team celebrated their seniors on the team this game, the win was especially sweet for lone senior McKayla Wages.…
Piedmont Academy’s Junior Pro Football team returned to the field on Sept. 11 falling to Flint River 25-6 in a home contest. Jake Adamson scored a 60-yard touchdown for the young Cougars. The offense was able to move the football on several possessions but was not able to reach the endzone for additional points. Gavin…
In their second lightning delayed game this season, the Hurricanes had to reschedule Friday night’s game and make a second trip to North Cobb Christian on Saturday to play. The Canes played their heart out but fell short, 28-21. Led by sophomore quarterback Keyshawn Ammons, the Canes racked up 303 rushing yards and 93 passing…
Overcoming adversity is something all good football teams must do. The Piedmont Academy Cougars faced their share of adversity last week but in the end emerged with a 13-7 road win against Westwood. In fact, the adversity started well before the game’s kickoff. The team left for the long trek at 11:30 on Thursday morning.…
Piedmont Academy’s varsity softball team had been idle for more than a week before returning to game action this week. The Lady Cougars last took the field on September 10 in a 13-2 win against non-region foe Central Fellowship. Piedmont was scheduled to play against Westfield on Wednesday of this week and will host LaGrange…
BOBBY JACOBS Bobby Jacobs of Monticello has announced his intention to seek the office of Mayor Pro-tem. “My announcement to seek election as Mayor Pro-Tem of Monticello is not a decision I take lightly. It has been both humbling and very exciting to serve my community in so many different capacities over the years. While…
Enrollment in the Jasper County Charter School System is up by 43 students this year over last year, with some 2,461 enrolled as of the 26th day of school, according to Dr. RaNae Fendley who reported the figures to the Jasper County School Board Tuesday. Dr. Fendley also gave the absentee report, which includes several…
CHRIS MANVILLE (L), BELLE PERRY Belle Perry was one of three people to correctly guess the winners of 14 of the 15 games listed in this week’s Monticello News football contest. And, she was closest on the tie-breaker, guessing that 49 points would be scored in Monticello’s loss to North Cobb Christian, 28-21, Saturday. For…