BY DONNA HARRISONThe portrait you see here was a presentation to a caring individual who is a model for us all. We can choose to help. There is no limit to the kindness we each can do. We are meant to be blessings.Ami McLaurin of rural Jasper County took in a horse that had been…
By Derrick Jones Jasper Co. ANR Agent When it comes to producing high-quality hay, few can match the consistency and excellence of Jasper County farmer Ken McMichael. Over the last four years, Ken has earned a place in the top three of the prestigious Southeastern Hay Contest, a remarkable achievement that speaks to his dedication…
Mrs Dorothy Jenkins passed away at Piedmont Newton Hospital in Covington, on December 14, 2024. A celebration of life for Mrs. Jenkins is on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. at New Bethel Grove Baptist Church, 527 New Bethel Grove Church Road in Monticello, Ga. 31064. Rev. Jerry Williams, Pastor. Evangelist Sharon Campbell, eulogist.…
Christmas is less than a week away, and many homes throughout the county are showing their holiday best. These readers shared photos of their homes with The Monticello News, and readers who want to see them in person, as well as others on the way can ride down Forsyth Street in Monticello to see the…
It’s that time of the year—and I’m not really talking about the holidays, but it’s part of it. Playoffs for football are approaching, college and professional. With the debut of the inaugural college 12 teams playoff system in place, I’m curious to see how this is going to go. Critics have long complained about the…
Introduction: Does it seem like to you that even today people are looking for a Political King to rule the world? And so it was in the days of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. Howbeit, many because of a lack of discernment, will embrace a counterfeit King called the Antichrist. By the way, Kings and rulers…
Everyone is saying Christmas got here so soon this year. It’s something about how Thanksgiving was in the calendar this year. I thought Thanksgiving day was always the same each year. Just how many times can they show Christmas Vacation with Chevy Chase? That’s how long it takes for Christmas to get here. We love…
Members of the Jasper County Board of Education Tuesday voted to approve a $20 million project to expand the Primary and Washington Park buildings, as well as make improvements to what is there. The Pre-K building will have additional classroom space and will connect to Jasper County Primary School. (See photos on page 9.) The…
This week’s arrest booking only has eight individuals, and their charges vary greatly. Just as law enforcement calls vary from responding to wrecks to serving papers, to answering calls about livestock in the road and lots more. Persons booked into the Jasper County Jail in the past week include: Jasmine Rose Huff, 21, Winder—Marijuana/Possession less…
Cassandra Campbell (left) was the lucky winner of the Monticello News Football Contest Grand Prize when the drawing was held Monday at The News office. Ms. Campbell had two chances at winning, but it only takes one, and sure enough her name was drawn. Ms. Campbell is a regular contest player and submits entries for…