Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. People with a knack for making a buck often show this quality at an early age. Whether they run a lemonade stand, hold their own bake sale,…
Month: October 2024
Madison County Cattlemen and Big Bend Cattlewomen to hold meeting
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. On Thursday, Nov. 21, there will be a joint meeting of the Madison County Cattlemen and the Big Bend Cattlewomen at the Madison County Extension Office, located…
Free health clinic on Nov. 5
Katie Marshall and Merry Ann Frisby Shepherd’s Hands of Suwannee Valley Do you or does someone you know need medical care? The Shepherd’s Hands free health clinic will be open this month…
Pray. Pray. Pray. And vote.
As we wrap up another election season, I encourage you to pray for the candidates running in local and national races, and for each registered voter to vote wisely and responsibly. This…
Why do elephants form a circle?
Elephants are known to be protective and caring towards their young ones. Many of us have seen internet videos where elephant mothers have snatched their calves from the jaws of crocodiles or…
Why should we have a knowledge of God’s Word?
Knowledge of God’s Word does not come by chance; but by our choosing to learn. It does not come by accident; but by our acquiring a desire to know and a determination…
Church to open doors for prayer on Election Day
Tim Buchholtz Transforming Life Church While every election is important, many in the Christian Church see the 2024 election as having an even greater significance. Transforming Life Church will open its doors…
Teri Naylor encourages using one’s unique gifts to serve the unchurched
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Oct. 3 gathering of the Monticello Community Prayer Breakfast was hosted by First Baptist Church Monticello, whose pastor, Sean Vickers, welcomed all and blessed the meal…
Warriors corral Stallions for Senior Night 2024
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Christian Academy extended their unbeaten streak to nine games on Friday, Oct. 25, with a 49-0 shutout of the Stallions of Spring Creek Charter Academy,…
Buccaneers outlast Tigers
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Despite racking up 360 total yards of offense and scoring four touchdowns, the Jefferson County High School Tigers were defeated by the Branford High School Buccaneers, 43-30,…
Florida DCF announces disaster relief program in response to recent hurricanes
Deadline to call in is Thursday, Oct. 31 Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Wednesday, Oct. 23, the Department of Children and Families Secretary Shevaun Harris announced the approval for Florida’s application…
The 2024 Florida constitutional amendments
What they really mean (And my opinion) Official Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. We have very important decisions to make for our individual counties and for the state of Florida. After…
Political forum stream draws 2K views
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Candidates seeking local offices in the 2024 General Election presented their credentials, motivations and visions during the Political Forum hosted on Thursday, Oct. 17, by the Monticello-Jefferson…
Early voting kicks off with a bang
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Early voting for the general election got underway in earnest across the state on Monday, Oct. 21, with a total of 1,137 ballots cast locally by the…
Blake Dollar arrested on multiple charges
Charges include: sexual battery, possession of child porn, digital voyeurism and animal cruelty Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) recently concluded an investigation ending with 97 charges…
Search is on for new city manager
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The headhunt for a new city manager is underway, with the Monticello City Council taking the first step in the process last week. Addressing the council on…
Trunks wanted for local Trunk or Treat event
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County Head Start is hosting their first Trunk or Treat event, and they are looking for interested parties to join in the fun! To participate, contact…
Benefit concert to support Hurricane victims this Saturday
Leah Androski ECB Publishing, Inc. A Hurricane Helene Benefit Concert will be held at Southward Preserve, located at 20947 136th St., in Live Oak, on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 5 p.m. until…
Bringing JOY to Jefferson County Youth
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Members of JOY (Jefferson Outreach for Youth) are gearing up for their 15th annual toy drive to provide Christmas gifts for local youngsters. This is the time…
Turning the pages of time
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Libraries are valuable community resources. They offer books and various types of media to be accessed freely, which can be a powerful force to entertain, educate and…