Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Gannett Fulford, son of Stephen and Tracie Fulford of Monticello, passed away on Feb. 22, 2025, of a sudden cardiac arrest. “He was a healthy and happy…
City may get low-cost emergency communications system
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. City officials are considering a proposal from a group of radio enthusiasts for installation of devices on water tanks to serve as a communication network in the…
Workshop on gym elicits little public input
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A recent workshop on the old high school gym to get public input as to what should be done with the deteriorating structure and what should replace…
Jefferson Arts Gallery to pay utilities going forward
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Regardless of the outcome relative to the continuing lease negotiations between the Jefferson Arts Gallery (JAG) and county officials, the organization will henceforth have to pay the…
Some Aldi stores returned to Winn Dixies
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Given recent events, the question that arises relative to the local Winn Dixie is not so much whether Aldi will convert it into one of its brand…
From the Sunny Side: Driving
I consider myself to be a pretty good driver. I have been in my fair share of “fender benders” and a couple of those did result in totaled vehicles, but only one…
Rotary launches project to honor personal heroes
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. A couple of years ago the Monticello Chapter of Rotary International began a tribute banner project to recognize military personnel with connections to Jefferson County. Now the…
4-H helps keep Jefferson County beautiful
Justice Barrington UF/ IFAS Extension – Jefferson 4-H is committed to enhancing the beauty of Jefferson County! One of the core values of our Teen Council is community service, and we are…
Two lemur sisters join Wildlife Center’s breeding program
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. In the Indian Ocean off the southeastern coast of Africa lies Madagascar, the fourth largest island nation in the world. Because of its isolated location, many animals…
Calling student artists for local show
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson Arts Gallery always sets aside April for an exhibition of art created by local students. The show is open to all students who live in Jefferson…
Starling Musings announces Valentine Art Contest winner
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The end of February marked the end of the February Valentine Art Contest held by the Starling Musings Art Gallery. Saturday morning, March 1, at 10 a.m.,…
Second Saturday fun lasts morning to night on March 8
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. More than a dozen businesses in downtown Monticello are participating in a St. Patrick’s Day themed Second Saturday on March 8, with fun for the whole family….
Today is Employee Appreciation Day
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Today, Friday, March 7, is National Employee Appreciation Day. It is a day set aside to show appreciation for all the members of a business or organization…
Warrior’s baseball season is in full swing!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The last several weeks have been busy for the Aucilla Warriors, as they jumped right in to this year’s baseball season. In case you’ve missed out on…
Tigers continue a strong season
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson Tigers are giving it their all this baseball season, which is shaping up to be one of immense growth and practice as the players continue…
Dual Enrolled Student Spotlight of the Month – Trinity James
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College offers a Dual Enrollment program that allows students to earn college credits while still in high school and at no cost. The NFC Office of…
JCEF prepares for celebration, naming of Mini Grant Teacher of the Year
Glyndell B. Presley, Ed.D. Contributor It’s that time of year again, when the Jefferson County Educational Foundation, Inc. (JCEF), will honor its Mini Grant Teacher of the Year. This is the Foundation’s…
Winds and watercress
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Our Spring officially arrives in mid March, but by the first week we’re already seeing a host of lovely blossoms waving about in the notorious March winds….
March is Women’s History Month
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Since 1987, March has been designated as National Women’s History Month in the United States and several other countries around the world. The month also includes Women’s…
Domestic altercation leads to manhunt
Submitted by Jefferson County Sheriffs Office On Wednesday, Feb. 19, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) responded to the area of Bassett Dairy Road and Frank Lacy Road in reference to a…
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