And we are ready for 2016…! Won’t you join us?January Window Display: Last year we did a “Fill The Window” promotion for the Jasper County Food Bank and it was so successful, we are repeating the theme. Please help us fill the window full of food items to be disbursed to those in Jasper County…
Greetings to my friends in District 129! I hope all of you are having a wonderful holiday season as you gather with family and friends. Before we know it, 2016 will be upon us and, like most, I have already begun thinking of my resolutions. As I head into the New Year, I will do…
As we look back at 2015 through the pages of The Monticello News, there was much that was covered in the last year. It was evident that Monticello and Jasper County have seen much progress and positivity made throughout the year, with an abundance of the News focusing on new business, positive school activities and…
Where do we live anyway? Those weather people must be pulling our legs again. 79-80 degrees on Christmas Day, Bah Hum Bug, can it be true? For months since the Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas countdown began, the television, newspaper and circulars have been advertising Winter Wear, coats, sweaters, comfy boots and slippers. To use these gifts…
Have you ever thought about the fact that every time a baby is born, a potential hero is born? Over a month ago I visited with a man who worked as an EMT for years. I cannot remember if he worked as an EMT while I worked in law enforcement, but I do know him…
I’m Fixin’ To present part 16 of The Second Doublewide on the Right: Candy Sue Collins, sitting next to Ocmulgee County Deputy Sheriff James Earl Murphy’s desk in his small office, was astounded when the deputy indicated they wouldn’t have to go through the arduous task of getting an arrest warrant and a restraining order…
My family and I have spent the past few weeks enjoying the sights, sounds and activities of the Christmas season. December is always a fun time in our household, and we greatly enjoy the gatherings, decorations, gift-giving and treats that come along with the holiday. It’s also a time of reflection where we review both…
The Monticello Hurricane varsity squads recorded victories Monday afternoon in the Henry County Holiday Tournament but tumbled in action Tuesday with the Canes just edged out by Luella High School and the Lady Canes falling to Henry County High. The Lady Canes fell 64-28 to Henry County High School on the final day of the…
Piedmont Academy’s varsity basketball teams enter the Christmas break with some momentum following a sweep of Nathanael Greene Academy on the road last Saturday. The Lady Cougars earned a 46-18 win while the varsity boys took a 72-63 victory against the Patriots. Amelia Dodson continued her strong 2015-2016 season with 12 points Saturday, all in…
Deputies with the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) made several drug arrests in the past couple of weeks. Valerie Dawn Sanders, 43, of Monticello, was arrested pursuant to a traffic stop at Jackson Lake Road and the Georgia Power boat ramp. She was charged with possession of Schedule IV Controlled substance, possession of hydrocodone, tampering…