Category: Arts, Food & Fun

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Residents of Jefferson County and surrounding communities have a special opportunity this March to view the paintings of two of the original Highwaymen artists – Curtis Arnett…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello Opera House (MOH) is soon to welcome the latest show in its 2025-2026 season, “Tuesdays with Morrie,” to the stage. Guests can view the show…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The North Florida Wildlife Center’s special Valentine’s Day event – Love Birds – takes place right on Feb. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. What better…

Tickets still available for Jan. 30-Feb. 1 Laura Young ECB Publishing “Guys and Dolls,” the Tony Award winning musical that has been enthralling audiences since it first opened on Broadway in 1950,…

Smoked Oyster Chowder Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Wintertime sure makes the mouth water for hearty bowls of chili and simmering stews, but many of the best soup recipes take a long…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. It’s time for the annual Fiber Arts Exhibit at the Jefferson Arts Gallery (JAG)! The 2026 show will carry on the tradition of featuring a diverse array…

Story Submitted This holiday season, a Florida son honors his late father’s legacy with a heartwarming Lifetime Holiday Movie. The film “Deck the Hallways” is a story of family, tradition and hope…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Monticello’s own Santa, Jack Stevens, will be making a special appearance this holiday season during the Jungle Jingle event at the North Florida Wildlife Center, a nonprofit…

Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. Few traditions capture the magic of the holiday season quite like baking Christmas cookies. The warm aroma of cinnamon, sugar and vanilla drifting through the house instantly…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Tallahassee artist Morris H. Miller is always trying to capture the little moments in life. His vivid paintings of real-world images recently led him back home for…

Melanie Southerland UF IFAS Extension – Jefferson Thanksgiving is one of the biggest food holidays of the year, and with large meals and leftovers, food safety is essential to prevent food-borne illness….

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jason Q. Brookins, who grew up in Monticello, is directing a musical play he wrote that features selected songs from The Blasting Company’s album, “A History of…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Whether you want to roast, stuff, grill, smoke, fry, braise or sauté your Thanksgiving turkey, there’s a recipe out there for you! Simple Roasted Turkey (from kitchensanctuary.com)…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson Arts Gallery (JAG) is a hub for creative minds, providing local artists with a place to share their work with the community and connect. The…

Metro Media Halloween is an enjoyable holiday for all, but particularly for children. Kids enjoy the opportunity to channel their whimsy and imagination, whether that involves choosing a clever costume or helping…

Local actors bring cult classic to the historic Monticello Opera House Johnathan A. Cooks Contributor This Halloween weekend, prepare for a frightfully fun finale as “Night of the Living Dead: Live” shambles…

Friday, Oct. 31 “Night of the Living Dead: Live!” 8 p.m. at the historic Monticello Opera House. The show continues Saturday, Nov. 1, and concludes with a matinee on Sunday, Nov. 2,…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson Arts Gallery (JAG) is welcoming their latest exhibit, “Second Sight, Individual Perspectives in a Collective Presentation” with an opening event at the end of the…