Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) had plenty for its football team, fans, alumni and their families to celebrate during Homecoming 2026. The week of Oct. 19-23 was jam-packed…
Jefferson County reaffirms commitment to creation of foreign trade zone
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Nearly two years after Jefferson County officials expressed support for the creation of a foreign trade zone (FTZ) in the region, they recently reaffirmed their commitment to…
Guns and Hoses Breakfast honors Jefferson’s first responders
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. On Wednesday, Oct. 28, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Rescue came together to host a breakfast celebrating First Responders Day. The event was hosted at…
Angel Studios unveils their newest film, “Drummer Boy”
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. Angel Studios, a unique crowd-funded media company and film distributor, is set to debut its newest film, “Drummer Boy,” in theaters across the country on Nov. 5….
County reaps $2M+ in grant funding and interest earnings
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Good news on the county’s financial front: On Thursday evening, Oct. 22, FloridaCommerce presented the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners with an oversized check for ceremonial…
Warriors eliminated by Marauders
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, Oct. 30, in the opening round of the Sunshine State Athletic Conference 11-man Football Tournament, the Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors traveled to Tallahassee to…
City officials get heads-up on coming anti-DEI law
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. With Senate Bill 1134 about to take effect on Jan. 1, Monticello officials are being reminded of the measure’s prohibitions against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). SB-1134,…
Events for November 2-9
November 2 (Monday) The Monticello City Council will hold its regular meeting a day early on Monday, Nov. 2, at 7 p.m., rather than on the first Tuesday, due to the General…
Veterans Day Breakfast planned
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…