Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Otto M. Walker American Legion Post #49 invites the community to enjoy a free Veterans Day Breakfast on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The hall at 1085 S….
The November/December issue of The Front Porch magazine has arrived!
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the November/December 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed, and…
Workshop on data centers set for Nov. 9
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. On Monday, Nov. 9, the first of a possible series of informational public workshops is set to be held in the Courthouse Annex to explore the pros…
When temptation feels impossible to resist
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist How often has a 9.5-out-of-10 recurring temptation defeated you? Each time you give in, the struggle becomes harder. Shame grows as you realize these battles often result from…
Laura’s Garden Notes: Shooting roots
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Quite by accident, the basil sprig sprouted roots. Accidental on my part, at least. I had snipped a bunch of basil to have on hand in the…
Celestial events in November: see the supermoon, Spica, meteors and more
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. For those who like to keep eyes on the skies, November has some exciting celestial events in store, including two meteor showers, a supermoon and more. •…
Lessons for every silly goose
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist The sight of geese flying overhead in a perfect V-formation is one of nature’s most elegant displays of teamwork and aerodynamic efficiency. This distinctive flight pattern isn’t…
Chamber recognizes community stars and welcomes new board at annual dinner
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Photography by Tiffany Blaner Each Fall the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce holds its annual dinner to celebrate the year’s accomplishments and set the theme for the…
ACA football players named to the All-district Team
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Florida Athletic Coaches Association (FACA) has announced their 2026 All-District Football Team. The district includes teams from Leon, Jefferson and Madison Counties. Several key players from…
Three modern kitchen features to consider
Metro Media It’s well documented that kitchens are the most popular rooms in many homes. Kitchens are where families tend to congregate during holiday celebrations, and many a child has tackled their…
Meet Your Neighbor: Charlotte Stevens
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello News appreciates every one of Jefferson County’s residents that have chosen to make Monticello their home, and one such resident is Charlotte Stevens (pictured above),…
Local political party organizations hold rallies
Story Submitted CLICK HERE to see the full stories and photos from both rallies. The Jefferson County Democratic Executive Committee hosted a political rally Monday evening, Oct. 12, at the Monticello Opera…
Jefferson County to illuminate green in honor of our nation’s veterans
Story Submitted Jefferson County joins NACo’s Operation Green Light to express profound pride, gratitude and support for local veterans and service members. The Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners is proud to…
Lady Warriors sweep Hornets, fall to Bucs in regional championship
Danny Federico ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Christian Academy Lady Warriors varsity volleyball team advanced to the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Rural-Region 3 championship after sweeping the Lafayette High School…
G.H. Liford brings his best yet performance to Firefighter Challenge
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. For the past four years, Gene Henry (G.H.) Liford has been training harder than he ever has in his life — and his work has paid off….
New faith-based movie hits theaters
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The latest film from the Kendrick Brothers has hit theaters. The film, “Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul,” is actually a retelling of a story that launched the…
Vendors wanted for monthly Vendor’s Village
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Planning Department is seeking local vendors and crafters to participate in the Vendor’s Village market that takes place monthly on the first Saturday in…
The history of Orlean Puckett: turning loss into a legacy of life
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Throughout my life, I’ve heard numerous positive affirmations about giving back, paying it forward and so on. On a few occasions, I have been blessed to see…
City Council takes up issue of generators for food trucks
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A citizen’s question about a code-violation complaint against a food truck operator for utilizing a fuel generator to power a mobile restaurant unit may lead to a…
Bethel AME Church is hosting a Fall Festival Saturday, Oct. 31
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. Local African Methodist Episcopal (AME) church, Bethel AME Church, is hosting a Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 31. The event is set to take place from noon…