Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Kez McCorvey, currently the North Florida director for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), addressed the ecumenical Monticello Community Prayer Breakfast crowd on Thursday, Nov. 4. at…
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Downtown Halloween Fun
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Last month, the community of Monticello came alive with spooky, silly and seasonal festivities that seemed to stretch all month long! Here are just a few of…
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Haunting tunes, spooky decorations and enticing aromas filled the dining room at the Jefferson Senior Citizen’s Center (JSCC) on Thursday, Oct. 28. At lunchtime, JSCC clients and…
Seniors walk to support breast cancer awareness
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Pink, pink, everywhere, and for an important cause. Breast Cancer Awareness activities are happening across the county, and on the morning of Thursday, Oct. 20, the Jefferson…
SARAH FULFORD: A modern day previvor
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. In 2021, breast cancer became the most common cancer worldwide. Women who discover that their family history, personal medical history or genetics heightens their risk of developing…
Behind the Scenes at the Sheriff’s Office
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. It is not uncommon to see the local Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) highlighted in the paper, whether it is to shed some light on heroic acts,…
Senior Center gets shipshape
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Volunteers have removed a rotting deck that covered the holding pond situated between the front of the Jefferson Senior Citizens Center (JSCC) and North Jefferson Street (U.S….
A day in the Country Horse Show
Local horse competition brings in competitors from Gadsden and Leon County Patricia Smith Guest Columnist Snuggled in the outskirts of Monticello down a winding canopy dirt road on Fox Hollow is…
A Need for Beads
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Crafting enthusiasts, you’re in luck! This October, the Jefferson Arts Gallery in Monticello will be hosting a Bead Jewelry 101 class. Make a lovely necklace, bracelet, and…
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH WEAR PURPLE
Wear purple and show your support for survivors and for ending domestic violence in our (Jefferson County) community! Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) was launched nationwide in October 1987 as a way…
In Memory & the Dream of Louie Barrington Jr. Help Restore Old Howard Academy
Submitted by Frequita Barrington Louie Barrington Jr. was born into a large African American family in Lloyd, Fla. He worked hard from an early age, grew up and attended and graduated from…
American Legion Post 49 visits Somerset’s ROTC
Submitted by Anthony “Tony” Minichiello On Sept. 3, members of the American Legion Otto M. Walker Post 49 in Monticello visited Jefferson Somerset’s Army ROTC unit. In the meeting, Post Commander Kenneth…
Revived prayer breakfast draws a crowd of 50+
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. More than 50 people from various churches across the county gathered on Thursday morning, Oct. 7, to resume the ecumenical Monticello Community Prayer Breakfast after a hiatus…
Big Bend Transit’s Bruton retires after 35 years
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Barbara Bruton has bid a fond farewell to Big Bend Transit, where she worked as a driver and in dispatch for 35 years. She retired on Sept….
Granny Kat’s Apiary hosts donation drive garage sale
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. This October, Granny Kat’s Apiary will be hosting a garage sale at their learning center located at 407 Industrial Park Dr., in Monticello, near the Jefferson County…
VFD Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For those Monticello residents who have a talent for the game of cornhole, you’re in luck, as the Monticello Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting its first…
Singer-songwriter Cannon’s lyrics flow from his roots
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The soulful tones of Chuck Cannon’s vocals and guitar music will reverberate through the Monticello Opera House on Saturday, Oct. 2, starting at 8 p.m. It’s a…
Ray Charles’ legacy will live on
Devyn LeBlanc ECB Publishing, Inc. Join Hot Tamale, a Tallahassee acoustic duo, on Thursday, Sept. 23, as they celebrate Ray Charles’ birthday by honoring him and singing some of his hits while…
City asks state for three bulb-outs on U.S. 19
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. City officials recently decided to wade into the planned resurfacing of U.S. 19 by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) with the adoption of a resolution that…
93 Years and Counting!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Last Monday was a big milestone for Glenn Masimore, as he celebrated his 93rd birthday via a drive-by, COVID-safe birthday party, where family, friends and neighbors could…