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…
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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…
Madison Avenue for Kids to again offer free hair cuts and school supplies giveaway
Mary Madison Contributor “What you give to life returns to you,” is the maxim of Jefferson County native son Sam Madison, Jr. Throughout Sam’s National Football League career, he has dedicated himself…
Obey local heat advisory – How hot is too hot?
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The dog days of summer are upon us, and many Monticello residents have probably noticed that the days have been especially long and hot. Local weather apps…
Business Spotlight: Serving up southern hospitality
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Johnston’s Meat Market has been a staple of Jefferson County since its opening in 1926. Nearly a century later, it holds its position as a cherished local…
See art created by Apalachee Center clients on July 12
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Apalachee Center’s Expressive Arts Therapy Department is presenting its annual art show featuring artwork and music created by Apalachee Center’s community of clients. The event takes place…
FSU Medical students visit Monticello
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. At the end of May, the Florida State University College of Medicine invited dozens of medical students to participate in their Rural Learning Experience in Jefferson County….
Ponderings…The mystery of the massive squash
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. At the end of winter, before spring began, I emptied most of the contents of my compost bin into our raised vegetable garden, tilling the compost into the…
Found and unwanted
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Anyone who is paying attention knows that Jefferson County has an animal problem. Specifically with loose, unwanted or abandoned animals. With a lack of reliable resources, many…
Blue Sky Farm to donate blueberry proceeds to Sheriff’s bike fund
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. There’s nothing quite so wonderful as summertime blueberry picking – except when the activity also supports a great cause. Blue Sky Farm has a bumper crop of…
Don’t miss out on your chance to see Priscilla!
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Have you met Priscilla, the Aucilla Research Institute (ARI)’s mastodon skeleton? If not, now is your chance! Priscilla is a plaster cast of a real mastodon, about…
Meet Your Neighbor – Lenora Wiggins
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Lenora Wiggins! Wiggins was born and raised in Wacissa, where she continues to live today. Her family has lived in Jefferson County for generations, and it…
Fourth of July for Fido
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. As summer kicks into full-gear, Americans everywhere prepare to fire up their grills, stoke up their inner patriot, and get the fireworks ready for the Fourth of…
Fun facts about the Fourth of July
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The mid-summer celebration known as “Independence Day,” or the Fourth of July, is filled with fireworks, outdoor cook-outs and much summertime fun. It is well known…
Aucilla Research Institute will host a free summer archaeology program
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Research Institute (ARI) is hard at work with their educational outreach activities, and as such, they have a special free summer program coming up to…