Category: Community News

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Humane Society’s Wolf Creek Pet Adoption Center (JCHS) cares for many animals who are eagerly awaiting their new family. Say hello to Ginger, a…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. It’s every homeowner’s worst nightmare: you come home only to realize that there’s been an intruder in your house! What do you do? Was there something you…

Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. Sometimes we all get caught up in the day-today busy-ness of life. Between taking the kids to school or a sitter, going into the office just in…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Get ready for an egg-citing adventure at The North Florida Wildlife Center’s Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 4. Hop through the gate as early as 9 a.m….

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The organizers of Flea Across Florida are encouraging residents and businesses along U.S. Hwy. 90 between Pensacola and Maclenny to “clean out your sheds, garages and closets”…

MARCH 21 (Saturday) A Free Clothing and Food Giveaway takes place 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the recreation park (1380 Mamie Scott Dr.), sponsored by Philadelphia A.M.E. Church members and Pastor Addie Holt….

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County R.J. Bailar Public Library offers many opportunities for residents to connect through groups, clubs and community events. Among the latest to join their lineup…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. On Thursday, March 26, military veterans are invited to come by CowHaus Coffee Company, located at 100 N. Jefferson St., for a free cup ‘o joe and…

Metro Media Vehicles continue to get more expensive. The automotive experts at Kelley Blue Book indicate the average American car buyer paid $50,080 for a new vehicle in September 2025, which was…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. FLCares, Inc. worked with American Legion Post #49 on Saturday, March 14, to install a new stairway at the American Legion Hall on South Water Street. Now…

Does your organization offer summer camps or a vacation Bible school? If so, the Monticello News will be happy to publish registration information at no charge. We have already posted our 2026…

Story Submitted On Friday, March 20, VFW Auxiliary a Women’s History Month themed event, “A Proud Salute to Jefferson County Women for Outstanding Leadership and Service.” The celebration will be held at…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The weather on Friday night, March 20, promises to be clear and pleasantly cool – perfect for enjoying a movie outdoors at the Jefferson County Recreation Park….

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. A local family from Greenville, the Camps, need the support of their community. Husband and wife Matt and Arin, and their children, six-year-old Ben and four-year-old Holley,…

Crystal Goodwin ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Lynn Talley! Talley was born in Deltona, Fla., and has been a panhandle resident since 2000. She moved from Tallahassee to Monticello in 2023, where she…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. On Saturday morning, March 7, an enthusiastic group of local residents participated in the Community Clean-up organized by the Jefferson County Democrats. During this community action project,…

Emerald Greene ECB Publishing, Inc. Crystal Goodwin believes that every community has stories worth telling – the quiet ones, the joyful ones and the ones that help people understand each other a…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Several downtown businesses are hosting a block party for Saturday evening, March 14, with a St. Patrick’s Day theme. Beginning at 5 p.m. and lasting til 8…

MARCH 7 (Saturday) Everyone is invited to a Community Clean-up starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Teen Center (555 Tiger Ln.). This event is organized by the Jefferson County Democratic Executive Committee,…