Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Registered voters are reminded that early voting for the primary begins on Monday, Aug. 3, and runs through Aug. 16, with the primary Election Day set for…
Bobbie Golden’s tour of Golden Acres Ranch
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Bobbie Golden loves sharing with all who visit the sights and stories of Golden Acres Ranch, her 20-year labor of love. Stop by the ranch and you…
The pastor and the potter’s wheel: Lessons from a week in Rexburg, Idaho
Stefanie L. Prevatt ECB Publishing, Inc. We laughed until we cried as one beginner after another took a seat behind the spinning potter’s wheel in Pastor Joe Lacy’s garage. Coffee cups, collapsed…
Did you know? The library holds weekly senior bingo
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Are you a local senior, looking to get out and meet new friends? A free weekly event at the Jefferson County R.J. Bailar Public Library can help….
“Old school” political forum features six candidates
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Six of the seven candidates who are running for local elected offices braved the public at a recent political forum sponsored by the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of…
When we don’t want to ‘count it all joy’
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist What if our faith was never tested? Would we still grow? Probably not. Consider James 1:2–4 (ESV): “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials…
Audit shows county’s finances vastly improved
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners recently received a glowing audit report, thanks in no small part to the efforts of Clerk of Court Trey Hightower…
See the Back-to-School B Section!
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The July 29 issue of the Monticello News (print and EPUB versions) includes this year’s special B section for Back to School: Letters from education leaders in…
20 Ways to Teach and Learn with the Local Newspaper
The newspaper is a proven, relevant educational resource for learners from elementary school through high school and into adult education. Each ready-to-use activity below is designed to promote active reading skills, critical…
ACA Headmaster Richard Finlayson welcomes students to a new school year
Dear Friends, I hope that everyone has had a blessed summer that provided an opportunity to spend time with your family and friends. The new school year is rapidly approaching. With it…
JCS Principal Yolanda Smith shares thoughts leading into 2026-2027 school year
As we begin a new school year at Jefferson K–12 School, I am filled with excitement, gratitude and hope for what lies ahead. On behalf of our dedicated faculty and staff, I…
Re-elect Brenda Wirick – School Board, District 3
Approved & Paid for by Brenda Wirick, candidate Jefferson County Schools, District 3 My name is Brenda Wirick, and I am humbly asking for your vote for re-election to the Jefferson County…
Mosquito control building getting needed upgrade
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Expect to see the building that houses the county’s mosquito control operation off U.S. 19 get a facelift and a structural upgrade in the coming months. At…
Superintendent welcomes students to a new school year
Dear Jefferson County Families, Welcome back to an exciting new school year! I hope your summer was safe, relaxing, and full of fun. We’re thrilled to welcome back our returning students and…
Welcome to a new year of homeschool adventures!
As summer begins to wind down, we will see school buses back on the road, store shelves filled with backpacks and notebooks and families preparing for another school year. While many of…
Audit shows county’s finances vastly improved
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners recently received a glowing audit report, thanks in no small part to the efforts of Clerk of Court Trey Hightower…
FFA member wins big at state convention
Stefanie L. Prevatt ECB Publishing, Inc. Each June, nearly 6,000 Florida FFA Association (FFA) members, advisors, alumni, parents and industry leaders gather in Orlando to celebrate a year of hard work and…
Local art shop offers lessons for kids
Stefanie L. Prevatt ECB Publishing, Inc. Young artists will have the opportunity to explore a variety of creative mediums this fall as Kismet’s Kreations at the Parham Place launches its Fall Semester…
State continues review of Trulieve’s application to modify troublesome pond
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) continues its review of a permit application from Trulieve to modify the stormwater pond that has repeatedly overflowed into an…
What does your school say about devices in the classroom? Know before you go
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Effective from July 2023, House Bill 379 introduced regulations on technology use in state public K-12 schools. Even in many private schools, steps have been taken to…