Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. With a New Year comes that special, open feeling of possibility. Most people hone in on this once a year, but my life has ended up with…
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Sharpe appeals 45-year sentence
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Henry A. Sharpe of Monticello, Fla., born April 25, 1972, was found guilty at a jury trial on Oct. 31, 2023, of all three charges against him:…
County readies to pave three more roads with bond money
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. County officials recently gave authorization for the resurfacing of three more roads, part of a continuing roadway improvement project that is being funded by the bond money….
Commissioners dedicate part of Wacissa River Park to late colleague
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Commission recently paid tribute to one of its own, adopting a resolution in recognition of the late Commissioner Stephen Wayne Walker and his abiding…
One-vehicle wreck on Old Lloyd Rd
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Wednesday, Dec. 27, at approximately 2:20 p.m., Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) responded to a call about a roll-over wreck that took place on Old Lloyd Road,…
Ponderings…In the meantime
It seems like just yesterday I was typing up my first column of the new year, something about ‘cold snaps and new years,’ where I discussed the 18 degree snap freeze that…
Rainbow’s Edge Equine Transition Center to present at Chamber lunch on Jan. 9
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The next luncheon meeting of the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce will take place at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 9, at the First Methodist Church Family Ministry…
FL Cares wraps up 2023 with 300 builds
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The 2023 year was a busy one for Eric Evans. Evans volunteers with FL Cares, a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit that is dedicated to giving local residents safe…
Tips for sticking to your New Year’s resolutions
Danny Federico ECB Publishing, Inc. As the New Year approaches, many of us embark on a journey to better ourselves through resolutions. However, studies suggest that a significant number of resolutions fail…
Don’t miss out on CareerSource North Florida services!
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Did you know that CareerSource North Florida offers services at our very own local library? If you are engaged in the search for a new job or…
Coat giveaway is this Saturday Jan. 6 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. For the past month, United Force of Jefferson County has been collecting winter coats and accessories like scarves, socks and gloves. Items were collected that would fit…
Duke supports fitness at senior center
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Duke Energy had a special holiday gift for the Jefferson Senior Citizens Center (JSCC) this year. On Thursday, Dec. 14, Danny Collins of Duke Energy presented a…
Saturn’s danger is out of this world
Halie Wetherington ECB Publishing, Inc. “Saturn” is the name of a popular social app, not just the planet. However, the Community Coalition Alliance (CCA) has voiced concerns over the lack of security…
Pons to sit on panel of principals from improved schools
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Bureau of School Improvement (BSI) has invited Principal Jackie Pons to join a panel of school principals whose schools have freshly exited their oversight. News had…
Human smuggling may be happening in your community
At only eleven years old, “Stacey” found herself on the streets. She was afraid, but she knew it had to be better than the home situation she was running from. Her optimism…
Believing is Seeing
I’d like to begin with what might seem a rather strange question. “Do you really believe in Jesus?” Before you answer that with, “Of course I do,” I want you to think…
Premier southern gospel quartet to perform in Madison
Bryant Thigpen North Florida Concerts Gold City, deemed as America’s favorite southern gospel quartet, will be making a special appearance in Madison on Thursday, Jan. 11, at Ragans Family Campground. Also appearing…
Fifth Annual Beast Feast set for Jan. 13
Bryant Thigpen Contributor St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church will be holding its Fifth Annual Beast Feast on Saturday, Jan. 13, at 6 p.m. Guests will enjoy the best in wild game food,…
Victim insists on and gets restitution
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Carlton Deese of Lake City, Fla., born May 27, 1974, was charged with 10 counts of Burglary of Conveyance or Structure and two counts of Grand Theft…
Megan Schofill to have road named after her
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. It’s not often that a young person has a road named after him or her. An exception, of course, is Megan Schofill, whose golfing achievements have made…
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