Category: Community News

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. At the Jefferson County Humane Society’s Wolf Creek Pet Adoption Center (JCHS), many sweet animals are hoping to find their forever home. River, an affectionate bob-tailed kitten,…

Ady Hammock ECB Publishing, Inc. Many people have odd superstitions when it comes to New Years’ celebrations. From avoiding certain foods and chores to throwing furniture out of the window, several cultures…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Humane Society’s Wolf Creek Pet Adoption Center cares for many animals who are eagerly awaiting their new home. Oreo, a tuxedo kitty with a…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. During a generally chilly and gray time of year, newly adopted furry friends from the Wolf Creek Pet Adoption Center are helping brighten the homes of their…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Monticello has a new mural, located on the south side of the building on the northwest corner of U.S. 19 and Courthouse Circle. Funded by a grant…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Dillon Wynn! Wynn is a Jefferson County native who grew up on Morris Road. Just a couple of years ago, he returned from bustling life in…

Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello Woman’s Club opened its doors to a vibrant mix of local entrepreneurs, civic leaders and community members on Wednesday, Nov. 12, for a dynamic women’s…

Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. For Treasa Towson, Jefferson County feels like home in more ways than one. After moving into her Monticello house in 2023, she says the fresh country air…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Most Jefferson County students are now out of school for winter break. With the kids enjoying a respite until they return to the classroom the second week…

Story Submitted American Book Fest has announced the winners and finalists of the 22nd Annual Best Book Awards (BBA), one of the world’s largest international book award programs for mainstream, indie and…

In 1897, Dr. Philip O’Hanlon, a coroner’s assistant on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, was asked a question by his then eight-year-old daughter, Virginia, which many a parent has been asked before: whether…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Saturday, Dec. 13 was a busy day for the volunteers of FL Cares and Monticello’s American Legion Post 49. The groups collaborated to provide free repairs to…

DECEMBER 18 (Thursday) Second Harvest offers free food distribution from 10 a.m. to noon at 379 Bethpage Rd. in Wacissa (Bethpage M.B. Church). Story time with read-alouds, activities and crafts for preschoolers…

On Saturday, Dec. 13 Wreaths Across America took place at the Tallahassee National Cemetery (TNC). Monticello’s American Legion Post 49 attended the annual event and donated funds for the wreaths, which were…

Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. On behalf of the Cemetery Restoration and Preservation Society of North Florida, Inc., a headstone dedication ceremony was held Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 10 a.m. at New…

Metro Media Motor vehicles have come a long way since the days of the Model T. Safety features in particular have undergone significant enhancements over the last several decades. Improvements in airbags,…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Work on Monticello’s latest mural began Monday, Dec. 15. The wildlife mural, which was funded by a grant from T-Mobile, is the work of Jason Tetlack of…

Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc.    For many years, Mary Martha Santerfeit has worked with the written word. The former Postmaster in Lee, Fla. was also the Assistant Editor of the Mayo…

Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. The Animal Tales Holiday Edition welcomed 35 attendees on Saturday, Dec. 13, to the Jefferson County R.J. Bailar Public Library, offering families a festive and educational encounter…

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Looking for a new furry friend? The Jefferson County Humane Society’s Wolf Creek Pet Adoption Center has plenty of animals who are eagerly awaiting their new home….