The Jasper County Commission Monday evening heard from Sheriff Donnie Pope on a couple of issues.The sheriff came before the commissioners to ask for money for a CHAMPS (Choosing Healthy Activities and Promoting Safety) vehicle, out of the drug education fund. He explained the funds are collected by the courts; they are add-ons to fines…
Jasper County was relatively crime-free in the past week, with the sheriff’s office and police department reporting a few arrests, but no major break-ins or other criminal activity. During the period of September 2-10 the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) reported the following arrests: Randy Cribbs, 51, Newborn—driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs,…
RICHTER FAMILY AT FLAG CEREMONY It was a great morning at Washington Park Elementary School the morning of 9-11. In America we use this day to reflect and remember what happened 12 years ago at the World Trade Centers in New York where many Americans lost their lives, and many heroes emerged uniting a great…
As the ‘Canes began last Friday night with their traditional Hurricane Walk one could tell that the ‘Canes were in for a win, as they came out determined and motivated to beat the Social Circle Redskins. The Redskins started off the game with the ball. Not even 10 seconds into the game, Garrison Williams made…
The Monticello Middle School Hurricane football team began its 2013 season with a 24-12 win, at home over Social Circle. In the first quarter, Social Circle struck first scoring on its first play from scrimmage with a 60 yard touchdown run. The Middle School ’Canes defense then held the Redskins scoreless the remainder of the…
Piedmont Academy’s Middle School football team opened the new season with a loss to visiting Covenant Academy last Thursday. The Middle School Cougars have fewer numbers in the program this season, which will be a concern throughout the remaining games. “Covenant only had seventh and eighth grade players while we have several sixth graders on…
Martha Ellen McNab, 54, of Monticello, died Monday, August 26, 2013, at her residence. “Martie” McNab was born on August 4, 1959 in Tampa, Fla. to the late George Wallace McNab and Betty Ellen McNab. She lived in Tampa until moving to Monticello on May 1, 2013. Ms. McNab owned and operated Fine Culinary Herbs…
David Blanton Bassett, 46, of Monticello, died Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013, after an accident in Monticello. Mr. Bassett was born in Atlanta. His mother was the late Mary Jo Blanton Bassett. He was a high school graduate of Avondale High School in DeKalb County, and a graduate from Macon Technical College in Macon. He lived…
Tony Allen of Covington, 67, died September 1, 2013. Mr. Allen was a member of Central Community Church, and devoted his life to God first, then to his family and his community. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. He was loved, and will be missed by all who knew him.…
Arthur Lee “I’m Real” McGuire, Sr. of Shady Dale, died Saturday, August 18, 2013 in Social Circle at Abbey Hospice. Mr. McGuire began his life on May 2, 1948, born to the late Willie Lee McGuire, Sr. and Mrs. Emma Walker McGuire. He was joined in marriage to Corine Dearro on June 4, 1973. He…