Three Monticello men are among 11 charged in a child molestation and prostitution investigation in Eatonton recently.According to a report in The Eatonton Messenger, the Eatonton Police Department, with the assistance of the GBI, issued about 50 warrants for 11 men after an incident involving a 14 year old girl. Monticello men arrested, and their…
Members of the Jasper County School Board re-elected Dr. Shannon Barton as their chairperson for 2015 and Paul Kelly vice chair during their business meeting Tuesday. Superintendent Dr. Mike Newton informed the board that the governor has announced money coming in from the midterm adjustment in the governor’s budget. He said that the prediction for…
I’m Fixin’ To Play Dead (Part 34): I took Louise’s advice and got off of I-65 one exit up from where all the fireworks had taken place. The plan was to get back on the interstate going south, the direction we had escaped from, and get off across the bridge on the opposite side from…
One of my resolutions for the New Year is to re-read the entire Bible once again. I still read, daily, my scripture reading and daily devotion, but this goal of reading the Bible in a year always allows me to read anew and discover anew the Word of God and the magnificent stories between its…
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer and the least favorite season of the year, Tax Season, which runs from January 20th to April 15th is upon us. And to celebrate this happy time of the year, all the companies that prepare taxes are filling the airwaves with their touts of easy and free tax filing. Free, how’s…
Last week I promised to tell you a little about our vacation this week. I’m not sure how much I should share…or how much you want to hear. We had a fabulous time with some overindulgence involved which happens to be the case sometimes when you’re vacationing. Our group started as my sister, Jenny, and…
Monday, legislators from across the state filled the Senate and House Chambers excited to begin the first term of 153rd Georgia legislative session. As the session begins, I look forward to once again working with colleagues and newly elected members. Each term brings new challenges and we must strive to continue to take the necessary…
Let me first start by saying thank you for allowing me to serve as your State Representative! It is humbling that you all have given me the opportunity to represent the great folks in our area as we begin the 2015-2016 legislative term. Capitol Hill was hectic on January 12th as the Georgia General Assembly…
Tuesday night’s home game for the Piedmont Academy varsity boys basketball team turned out to be a positive experience as the Cougars defeated Brentwood 66-49 in region play. After falling behind early, Piedmont rallied for a 17-point victory led by a 21-point effort by Chandler Burrell, who finished the game with four 3-point baskets. Zach…
Quincy Standifer was presented the Golden Helmet Award for the Monticello Hurricanes at the annual football awards banquet held last week at Jasper County High School, with Justin Smith being named the most outstanding junior varsity player. Other awards were presented to: Jordan Stone, most outstanding offensive skill; Chris Anglin, most outstanding offensive lineman; Thomas…