Story Submitted Summer in Jefferson County is filled with memories, from early mornings on the water to afternoons on local farms and evenings gathered around the grill. This summer, Jefferson County 4-H…
Thousands attended Monticello’s 4th of July celebration
On July 4, a spirited celebration of America’s 250th birthday was held at the Memorial Stadium grounds on South Water Street, complete with vendors, performances and a bold firework display after the…
Monticello to host Tallahassee Area Rose Society Show
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Tallahassee Area Rose Society (TARS) plans for its annual Rose Show to take place in Monticello this year on Saturday, Sept. 26. The show, “Autumn Roses,”…
Get ready for the academic year ahead at the Back-to-School Bash
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County K-12 Community Partnership School (JCS) is hosting the annual Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 1 at 50 David Rd. from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m….
Duke Energy representative gives company update
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Robert Scott Mixon, Duke Energy public affairs and communications professional, provided an update of the company’s doings to the Jefferson County Commission on Thursday morning, July 2….
Like a good neighbor
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist A Sunday school teacher was telling her class the story of the Good Samaritan. In vivid detail, she told how the man was beaten, robbed and left…
Jefferson County property taxes set to increase slightly
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. For the time being at least, the Jefferson County Commission has set the millage rate for the coming fiscal year at 7.5261 mills, which represents a 2.16%…
New county manager makes an impression
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. In his first budget presentation to the Jefferson County Commission on Thursday morning, July 2, newly-appointed County Manager Douglas Baber impressed with his overall knowledge of the…
Local candidates to speak at political forum July 21
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Three local races will be determined this autumn, as candidates contest for positions as County Commissioners and on the School Board. Preceding the Primary Election on Aug….
Veterans in rural Florida are still fighting for dignity
Patricia Smith Guest Columnist In communities across rural Florida, military service is remembered with pride. Flags adorn courthouses, picket fences and sidewalks. Names are honored, and gratitude is spoken in speeches and…
Dual graduation congratulations
Story Submitted Grandmother Mary Madison proudly expresses that it was incredibly gratifying to experience and share the reciprocal impact of her two grandchildren graduating within one week of one another. Grandson Reese…
Lightning strike results in residential fire
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County Fire Rescue (JCFR) responded to an incident in Ashville on July 6, following a lightning strike which resulted in the burning of a workshop building…
Florida Spectrum Alert now in effect
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Though the Florida Spectrum Alert was established in 2025, it didn’t go into effect until Wednesday, July 1. The new alert is intended to enhance the safety…
Photo Feature: JCHS Class of 1966 reunites to celebrate 60 years
Photo Courtesy On June 6, the Jefferson County High School Class of 1966 celebrated 60 years since graduating high school. The classmates gathered at Malloy’s Special Events for a fun evening of…
CERT to hold first annual fundraiser yard sale July 18
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) has planned their first ever annual fundraiser yard sale for this Saturday, July 18, at the Waukeenah Methodist Church Fellowship…
Help your A/C work for you
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. As the summertime temperature rise, it seems the electric bill rises right along with them. Even during the approaching hot dog days of summer, there are ways…
Caroline Taylor makes GSU’s Spring 2026 Dean’s List
Merit Pages News Contributor Georgia Southern University (GSU) recently recognized approximately 4,020 students on the Spring 2026 Dean’s List. Caroline Taylor of Monticello has been named to the list for excellence in…
How to accurately identify plant ailments in vegetable gardens
Raymond Balaguer Guest Columnist I was first drawn to vegetable gardening with the wish of getting a bit closer to self-sustainability and improving my eating habits. I tried growing things from seeds…
The fruit men would cry for: The ancient history behind Monticello’s favorite festival
Now that Monticello’s annual tradition is in the books, take a moment to reflect back at a time when the Israelites wept for a taste of melon Patricia Smith Guest Columnist June…
Local churches visit Augusta and Charlotte
Story Submitted Elizabeth A.M.E. and Union Bethel A.M.E. Church visited Augusta Ga, and Charlotte, N.C., for their 15th Annual Church Trip. Trip Coordinator Leman Ulee reserved for the group a 56-passenger charter…