Category: Community News
Brynwood thanks all who made prom for residents a success
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. In late October, Brynwood Health and Rehabilitation Center held a prom for its residents, complete with two Prom Kings, two Prom Queens and formal attire that had…
Read Local – Support Local Support community journalism
Emerald Greene ECB Publishing, Inc. Local news plays a vital role in American civic life as a trusted source of critical information. It is a fact that local newspapers serve a vital…
Monticello Christmas presents a night of lights
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Tis the season once more for residents of Monticello to come together and enjoy the annual occurrence of the Downtown Monticello Christmas celebration. Although the event has…
Second Saturday is a “go” for December
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Since February of 2023, the Monticello merchants that run brick and mortar businesses in the downtown city area have been collaborating with one another to bring Second…
Spaghetti fundraiser to support more senior center repairs Friday, Nov. 22, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson Senior Citizens Center (JSCC) still needs to complete some structural upgrades on its facility to prevent future flood damage. Funds from this Friday’s Spaghetti Dinner…
ABOUT AMERICA RECYCLES DAY
Keep America Beautiful America Recycles Day is the only nationally-recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the United States! Held on and around Nov. 15, America Recycles Day (ARD) educates…
Merchants gather for special Second Saturday
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Saturday, Nov. 9, marked an important milestone for two of Monticello’s local businesses, Soulshine Vintage and CowHaus Coffee Co. Both celebrated an anniversary, using the community’s Second…
Kidz Biz day is coming soon
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,…
Share warmth through the annual coat drive
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Has your child outgrown a coat recently? Or do you have a coat you’re just not wearing much anymore? What about scarves, socks and gloves? You can…
It’s Meow Or Never to help out local felines
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Since 2003, Tallahassee and nearby communities like Monticello have benefitted from the advocacy of a local animal rescue that specializes in felines. It’s Meow or Never (IMON)…
What is Veterans Day?
John Willoughby ECB Publishing, Inc. Around this time each year, schools hold programs, towns hold parades, and the brave men and women in uniform join together to celebrate those who have served in the…
Remembering the sacrifices of Jefferson County’s veterans
Submitted by Anita Collins The following is the most up-to-date list available of members of the Armed Forces who have died while on active duty. Spanish American War William Denham “Citizen” Pasco….
Chamber dinner recap
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Members and guests of the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce packed the downstairs Perkins Hall of the Monticello Opera House on Thursday evening, Oct. 24, to mark…
Looking for an alternative to NaNoWriMo this year?
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. While November has always been a special time for aspiring novelists, some recent controversy with the organization National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) has writers across the nation…
Big Bend Hospice resets field office open house for Nov. 14
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The community is invited to an Open House for the Monticello field office of Big Bend Hospice. The much-anticipated event has been rescheduled to take place on…
Experts to speak during Pasture Walk & Talk
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. UF/IFAS Extension – Jefferson County is offering one of its Pasture Walk & Talk programs on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 4 p.m. to sundown at 5375 E….
Meet Your Neighbor – Jessie McCormick
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Jessie McCormick! McCormick was born and raised near Bainbridge, Ga., specifically in the Veda community. She graduated from Bainbridge High School in 2008 and pursued her…
Library to host free technology classes
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Did you just get a new Android phone, and you’re having trouble navigating its features? Are you wanting to join friends and family on social media, but…
Healthy Start coalitions support one another with baby-care donations
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Help with recovery efforts following hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton continues to arrive in our area from near and far. On Friday, Oct. 25, the Healthy Start…
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