It was another busy week under the Gold Dome in Atlanta as the Georgia General Assembly completed legislative days 17-20. The pace of session has picked up drastically as we continue to do the people’s business and quickly approach the last, and 40th, legislative day on March 24. In addition to passing common sense, conservative…
Despite the freezing temperature, the theater at the Jasper County High School was nearly full for the dual enrollment informational meeting conducted last week. Students in 9–12 grades heard a variety of speakers talking about the program that partners with Southern Crescent Technical and Georgia Military Colleges to give students a head start into college…
Jasper County High School Hurricane senior wrestlers Tyler Seawright (left) and Chris Anglin (right) both finished in fifth place during the wrestling state championships last weekend in Norcorss. Seawright, in weight class 182 pounds, finished third in the east sectionals to earn the right to compete at state. Anglin, in weight class 220 pounds, also…
Piedmont Academy’s varsity basketball teams began play in the GISA Region 4-AA tournament this week in Warrenton at Briarwood Academy. The Lady Cougars kept their season alive with a 35-33 win against host Briarwood as Amelia Dodson once again dominated on the court with 22 points, including two 3-pointers. Jumping out to a 10-3 lead…
Piedmont Academy’s soccer teams have a new season within reach. Coach Zach Norris said the Lady Cougars will have numerous returning players and a roster which will feature 18 players. For the varsity boys, several new faces will be counted on from the 16-player roster. “I believe that both teams will compete at a high…
The Jasper County High School competition cheerleading squad recently conducted its awards banquet recognizing several athletes for their participation. Competition cheerleading awards were given to the following individuals and Coach Lindsey Riden, who will be vacating the position next season, provided commentary for some of the competitors. Kaitlyn Pope—Best Base Malia Moore—Most Improved “She gave…
The Jasper County Board of Education members approved a tentative “base” calendar for the 2016-2017 school year and it shows three more school days for students with the opportunity to possibly add additional days depending on budget. The action came during the regular business meeting Tuesday. The additional three school days for students will equal…
GENE TRAMMELL District 3 County Commissioner Gene Trammell has announced that he is seeking re-election as District 3 Commissioner. Mr. Trammell will be completing his first term in December and has announced his intentions of running for re-election. “It has truly been a privilege and an honor to serve this county during this term,” he…
ROSS HAYS J. Ross Hays has announced he has filed his Declaration of Intent to seek the District 3 seat of the Jasper County Commission. Mr. Hays will be seeking the position as an Independent. “The main goals of my office would be to shrink our budget and to focus on a more open government.…
J. HINTON WITH OLD COKE BOTTLES Local Contractor TSM Contractors LLC, has been commissioned by Evercore Insurance to completely remodel a building on the square of Monticello located at 234 Forsyth St., the former Trading Post. During the course of exploratory demolition, workers found a group of antique bottles circa 1915 underneath the floor boards.…