Life has been a roller-coaster ride for Valdosta State University linebacker Chris Pope, a Jackson High School graduate, but he had the time of his life last weekend.On Saturday, Dec. 15, Pope and his fellow Valdosta State Blazers stepped onto a football field in Florence, Ala., to play in the NCAA Division II National Championship…
The Middle School ’Canes basketball team started the year off with a loss to Putnam County on a buzzer beater, but has followed that loss with six straight wins, putting them in the first place position in the PAC League at the mid-point of the season. Coaches Yelberton Frazier, Rufus Whitlock, and Tyrone Dennis have…
Ola Inez Wingate, 93, of Flovilla, died Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012 at her home. Mrs. Wingate was born November 25, 1919 in Worth County to the late Robert Lee Busbin and the late Annie Henry Busbin. Mrs. Wingate was the oldest living member of Flovilla Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband,…
Inez H. Cherry was born June 12, 1915, the daughter of Claude T. and Rosa Gunn Hutson. She married Thomas Cherry Sr., who was the father of two children, Gwendolyn Cherry Marks and Thomas “Slick” Cherry Jr., whom she loved and cherished as her own. She died December 16, 2012. A celebration of her life…
The recent tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut involving the death of 20 children and six adults at an elementary school brought shock and grief to most of us. It has left us asking for answers as to why this would happen. It has also left us seeking to find ways to prevent this from happening in…
I know what I’m fixing to get for Christmas. About the first Christmas I remember was one back in 1949 when I got a little sack of shiny new marbles, an orange and two jawbreakers. They were lying there underneath the tree, all together, and I knew they were for me. At least I knew…
This is it! It’s less than a week until Christmas and I could not be more excited. I am excited about this time of year as I love to receive gifts but the joy of receiving gifts is a fraction of what I feel about giving gifts. I love to give. I am a good…
Most everyone has at least one fond memory of a Christmas gift that was special to them. Betty says she still remembers how much she liked a pink corduroy housecoat that her mother made her. She described how the corduroy was soft, and the coat had an empire waist and a bow. Doris said her…
If you are still looking for gift ideas for fitness loving friends and family members, look no more. I have reviewed some cool, creative and reasonably priced gear that can be purchased in stores or online. This time of year outside exercisers need practical gear to stay warm. For women a Brooks brand seamless headband…
According to the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) the following criminal incidents occurred in Jasper County during the period of December 11 through December 17. Anyone with information concerning any of the incidents listed below are encouraged to call the JCSO at 706-468-4912, or use the anonymous tips line at 706-468-JCSO: •On December 17…