When we come to the realization that the Bible is God’s Word to us, then we read it with a much more discerning heart because we recognize that God can speak to us through any part of His Word. That means that things that might appear to be inconsequential can actually provide great insight. One…
Timothy Matlack may have had his 15 minutes of fame in 1776. History has long forgotten his name, but his work is seen by millions of people each year. You may even own a copy of his most famous work. Matlack was one of the original protesters of British rule and became a delegate to…
I’ve told you about my spacious office, which I share with Hannah, and Susan’s spacious office, which she only occasionally shares; now it’s time to tell you about where the advertising, bookkeeping, layout, and more gets done. Jenny Murphy (my little sister), and Victoria Lawrence share the back office. Some will remember it from Tillman…
By MARION RINALDI My Dad ate at Subway very nearly every day for the last two or three years of his life. He greatly enjoyed his favorite sandwich, a cold Diet Coke, and a white chocolate macadamia nut cookie. More than that, Daddy really enjoyed watching people come and go and visiting with those he…
Just over an hour from Monticello is a town rich with culture, entertainment and of course, the Georgia Bulldogs. Take Georgia Hwy. 11 north to Highway 316 or Hwy. 83 north to Hwy. 441, and soon you will reach Athens, a town named for the ancient city of Athens, Greece where civilization became civil. Besides…
The American Legion Post 110 in Monticello recently installed new officers. Billy Johnson is now commander, and senior vice commander is Jeff Howe. Jr. vice commander is James Jordan, and Walter Smith is chaplain. Otis Clark is the service officer, and Sydney Jackson now serves as historian. The adjutant finance officer is Skip Davis, and…
In more ways than one, Alan Richardson feels fortunate to be coaching high school basketball again. After not working as a varsity head coach in almost 15 years, Richardson will return to the bench to coach the Piedmont Academy boys for the upcoming 2015-2016 season. He has already worked with the team this summer and…
The Jasper County Recreation Department (JCRD) summer baseball/softball season draws to a close with state playoffs around the corner. The 2015 Mite Baseball (10-Under) team lost during district play last week to both Greene County and Morgan County. The 2015 Junior Baseball (14-U) team also lost in district play last week to Putnam County. However…
The Jasper County Recreation Department is currently conducting its fall sports registration through Friday, August 14. Each of the offered sports require a $15 out-of-county fee. FOOTBALL Flag Football (5-6 Year Olds). Cost is $45. 7-8 Year Olds, 9-10 Year Olds, 11-12 Year Olds—Cost is $60 each. These teams have a 22 player limit. Once…
This Saturday, July 4, is Independence Day, and as it has for the last eight years, the Monticello Community Band will provide a patriotic concert on the lawn of Thomas Persons Hall. Across from the football field and on the lawn of a historic school located at 319 College Street, the free concert includes marches…