Submitted by Bill Snyder Constitution Alive! “Citizen’s Guide to the Constitution” is being offered again, weekly on Saturdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Old Rexall Drug Store, 166 East Dogwood…
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The Buy Nothing Project
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. There are many ways for members of a community to support other people who live in their area. One way is to purchase fresh food, clothing and…
Old Glory PCA Rodeo coming this October!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. This fall, the Professional Cowboy Association (PCA) is bringing their Old Glory Rodeo to Monticello for the very first time! The sponsor of this inaugural event is…
September 16 is National POW/MIA Recognition Day
Submitted by Otto M. Walker American Legion Post 49 For years, The American Legion supported a National POW/MIA Recognition Day, which is now recognized annually on the third Friday of September. This…
Flea Across Florida is this weekend!
Flea Across Florida will be held on September 9-10. A time for citizens across the state to set up tables, booths, tents and stands in an effort to sell their wares. Whether…
It’s never too late to pull some strings
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. An estimated 85 percent of children in America currently play or have played a musical instrument at some point in their lives. This musical statistic takes a…
Esther, The Musical, in review
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Esther is a play based on a biblical story called the Book of Esther, and has seen a great many renditions throughout the course of history. Plays,…
Big Bend Hospice Inaugural LEAN Team
Sharon Davidson Contributor Twenty-five members from Big Bend Hospice recently completed training to become Lean Six Sigma Green Belts. The training was provided by Erik Christensen, a 12-year black belt president with…
Over 2 million baby rockers recalled after infant death
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. 4moms is recalling over 2 million of its MamaRoo and RockaRoo infant swings and rockers due to entanglement and strangulation risks. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced…
ECB Publishing, Inc. wins awards
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Famed American humorist, novelist and newspaper writer Mark Twain once said, “The plan of the newspaper is good. If you can’t get a compliment any other way,…
Southern Music Rising Songwriter Show this Saturday!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For those of you who are looking for a great time this Saturday, you’re in luck! Southern Music Rising is proudly presenting their third Singer/Songwriter show on…
Victim Advocacy in Jefferson County
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. With every crime that is reported in the United States, a case is opened. Some crime cases are closed swiftly, while others may remain open for months…
LifeSong reunion concert set for August 20 in Madison
Submitted by Bryant Thigpen Promoter, North Florida Concerts The LifeSong reunion concert is set to take place in Madison on Saturday, Aug. 20, at New Home Baptist Church at 7 p.m. Admission…
Featured Photo
World War II Veteran George Pittman Sr. recently celebrated his 96th birthday at the Jefferson County Recreation Park. Pictured, left to right are: Jeannie Harley, Mary Hadley, Charles Hadley, George W. Pittman…
Commissioner Gene Hall to host a Town Hall meeting
Commissioner Gene Hall to host a Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 6 p.m. located at Jefferson County Library to discuss the different grant programs for renovating and replacing…
4-H Wildlife Day Camp engages 60 kids in environmental education
Submitted by John Lilly, Director UF/IFAS Jefferson County Extension Service Sixty campers between the ages of 10 and 15 from Jefferson and Leon counties attended the 4-H Wildlife and Recreation Day Camp…
Songwriting contest for Suwannee River fans
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Suwannee Riverkeeper’s Fifth Annual Songwriting Contest is still accepting original song entries through Wednesday, Aug. 3. “We know there are musicians out there who share our…
Jefferson Schools leaders to speak at August 2 Chamber luncheon
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce has invited Jefferson County Schools Superintendent Eydie Tricquet, Principal Jackie Pons and Athletic Director Pat Kennedy to be guest speakers at…
Opportunity to share your climate change story
Submitted by Abigail Franks Southeast Climate Energy Network Have you noticed environmental, economic, or climate changes in your community over the last 20 years? Have your planting season times changed? Or have…
Teen Center camp encourages youth
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. “Encouragement” has been the word of the week at the Jefferson County Teen Center Summer Youth Camp. For around 45 local youth participating in the camp since…
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