Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Repairs at the Jefferson Senior Citizens Center (JSCC) continue at a steady pace, after flooding in April caused category 3 water damage to the facility on North…
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Howard Class of 1969 reunion is this weekend
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Howard Academy High School Class of 1969 celebrates its 55th reunion this weekend. Events include a Brunch, Class Meeting, Banquet and Worship Service. On Saturday, July…
ARI hosts educational event at local library
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Just because it’s summer break, it doesn’t mean it’s time for kids to stop learning! The Jefferson County R.J. Bailar Library has continued the annual tradition of…
ARI continues summer youth program
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Throughout the month of July, the Aucilla Research Institute (ARI) has been hosting a free summer archaeology program for children from Jefferson County and neighboring counties. Students…
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Jefferson Arts still seeking critical repair funds
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. In the wake of Hurricane Idalia, the Jefferson Arts Gallery (JAG) suffered extensive damage to the roof of their building, resulting in a multitude of leaks that…
Allie Dollar wins First Place in 2024 Holocaust Essay Contest
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. A local Monticello student has been named the first place winner of this year’s Holocaust Essay Contest. Since 2007, the Holocaust Education Resource Council (HERC) has encouraged…
Mold and mildew maintenance
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Any homeowner wants to take the best care of their house. Most of us can remember to mow the lawn and clear the gutters with relative ease;…
County uses opioid funds to combat opioid addiction
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County officials recently decided to utilize money received from a regional opioid litigation settlement for the purchase of two LifePak 15 monitor/defibrillators for Fire Rescue to…
Local DEC awards seven scholarships
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Democratic Executive Committee (DEC) has awarded scholarships to seven local students who graduated from high school in 2024 and are continuing their post-secondary education….
JCHAI students to perform World War II musical July 26-28
Kenzie James ECB Publishing, Inc. Local homeschool students are performing a musical of a World War II story at the Monticello Opera House (MOH) later this month. Students from the Jefferson County…
Meet your neighbor: Charles Belvin
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Charles Belvin! Belvin was born and raised in Tallahassee as a third-generation resident. He is not a new resident of Monticello, however—he moved to neighboring Jefferson…
Summer concert held at Casa Porto
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc On June 25, members of the Monticello community gathered on the grounds of the elegant Casa Porto to enjoy a celebratory evening of musical performance. The venue,…
Local family to host book signing for teenage author
Kenzie James ECB Publishing, Inc. A local family is hosting a book signing at the end of the month for their teenage daughter, who recently published a children’s book. Jessica Burrell and…
Multiple back-to-school giveaways are happening
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Generous Jefferson County seems to be going all out to ensure that students start the new school year well supplied, well dressed and excited. At least six…
ARI hosts first session of free summer archaeology program
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Research Institute (ARI) has recently begun a new free summer program as part of their educational outreach efforts. Students meet three times per week, on…
Two from Monticello attend Patriot Academy Leadership Congress
Bill Snyder Patriot Academy Volunteer The Patriot Academy Leadership Congress is for young leaders, ages 16 to 25, in the Florida Capitol for three days each June. Participants assume the role of…
Dog days of summer
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. You may have heard the phrase, “the dog days of summer” in recent weeks, but are you familiar with where the saying comes from, and what it…
Dogs may be at risk of heatstroke this summer
Kenzie James ECB Publishing, Inc. Recent heat advisories and heat indexes over 100 degrees Fahrenheit advise people to take precautions to prevent heat exhaustion and heatstroke, but humans are not the only…
On places, people and things
Hailey Hesetline ECB Publishing, Inc. On July 8, at 6:30 p.m., at the Jefferson County Courthouse, the latest session of the Who We Were series was held. Who We Were is a…