Robbin Alan Russell
Robbin Alan Russell, 62, was called to his eternal rest on April 22, 2024. Born to Lynn Russell and Patsy Hathorn on Feb. 9, 1062, in Monticello, Robbin’s life was a testament to service, leadership, and faith. A native of Tennessee, Robbin distinguished himself early on at Huntingdon High School, where he served as both…
Read MoreSonja Dewitt Grayson
Sonja Dewitt Grayson, 65, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Aug. 3, 2024. She was born April 5, 1959, to Roscoe and Dixie Dewitt in Baton Rouge, La. A memorial service for Sonja will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 8, at Providence Baptist Church. You may pay your…
Read MoreMattie Jewell Ward Pevey Nelson
Mattie Jewell Ward Pevey Nelson, 100, passed away Aug. 1, 2024, in Hattiesburg. She was born May 19, 1924, to John App and Vina Geneva Dixon Ward in Jefferson Davis County. Visitation will be held from 2 to 3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 4, at New Hope Baptist Church at 618 Carmel New Hope Road, Monticello.…
Read MoreVernell Hartzog Daniels
Vernell Hartzog Daniels, 97, of Monticello, passed away on Aug. 1, 2024. Vernell was born to the late Homer Hartzog Sr. and Lola Cliburn in Silver Creek on June 21, 1927. She graduated from Silver Creek High School. Vernell was married to Joe Jolly Daniels; they were married 53 years. Vernell was preceded in death…
Read MoreGladys P. Bass
Funeral services for Gladys P. Bass will be conducted at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, at Calvary Baptist Church in Silver Creek, with interment following in the Calvary Cemetery. Rev. Flavol Rester will officiate, assisted by Rev. Don McClellan and Rev. Jimmy Harvey. Mrs. Bass, 89, entered into the eternal rest of her Lord…
Read MoreSalvation Army activates heat relief services, apply Aug. 1 and 2
As summer temperatures continue to rise, communities across the country, including in Lawrence County, are under extreme heat advisories. The Salvation Army has expanded and activated relief services for vulnerable community members in response to the scorching heat crisis. The Salvation Army is helping area residents with higher utility bills caused by the excessive temperatures.…
Read MoreJeannette Williamson Hammond
Jeannette Williamson Hammond passed away on July 28, 2024, at the BeeHive Homes of Brookhaven. She was born on Oct. 6, 1939, to James Woodrow and Letha Lois Williamson in Monticello. Jeannette was a mother, wife, sister, grandmother, and educator. She married the late Douglas “Tiny” Hammond, and they were married for 42 years. Jeannette…
Read MoreNew rental rules coming to New Hebron
Landlords in New Hebron will be held to a higher standard beginning Aug. 7, following action by the town’s aldermen. According to Mayor Cindy Bryan, the town passed an ordinance in July 2017 that governs property owners who rent two or more properties. That ordinance was difficult to enforce and had no teeth. The recent…
Read MoreMSU Extension offers next online Master Gardener class
By Bonnie Coblentz, MSU Extension Service Gardeners who want to improve their own skills and give back to their communities can take advantage of an online training and certification opportunity this fall. Registration for the next class of Master Gardeners opens Aug. 13 and closes Sept. 12. Participants can begin their training Oct. 1, and…
Read MoreMONTICELLO ALDERMEN: Monticello passes camping ordinance
By John Carney A new ordinance passed by Monticello aldermen during their July 15 recessed meeting will prohibit camping and campsites in public places inside the municipal limits of Monticello. The ordinance prohibits campsites which are defined to include bedding, stoves, or fires used to establish a temporary place to live. It prohibits anyone from…
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