Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Duke Energy had a special holiday gift for the Jefferson Senior Citizens Center (JSCC) this year. On Thursday, Dec. 14, Danny Collins of Duke Energy presented a…
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Premier southern gospel quartet to perform in Madison
Bryant Thigpen North Florida Concerts Gold City, deemed as America’s favorite southern gospel quartet, will be making a special appearance in Madison on Thursday, Jan. 11, at Ragans Family Campground. Also appearing…
Fifth Annual Beast Feast set for Jan. 13
Bryant Thigpen Contributor St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church will be holding its Fifth Annual Beast Feast on Saturday, Jan. 13, at 6 p.m. Guests will enjoy the best in wild game food,…
Lighthouse Children’s Choir sings at senior center
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Youthful voices singing holiday carols and tunes filled the air in the activity room at the Jefferson Senior Citizens Center (JSCC) on Tuesday morning, Dec. 19. It…
Travels with Katrina offers exciting trips for 2024
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. When Katrina Richardson retired after many successful years as the Executive Director of the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, she became involved in a commercial enterprise of…
Meet Your Neighbor – Raymond Scarola
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing Inc. Meet Raymond Scarola, a lively character and friendly face who is always eager to contribute to his community. Scarola has lived in Monticello for over seven years….
The importance of preschool
Tony Jackson Sr. Contributor Hello my name is Tony Jackson Sr. I want to take this opportunity to discuss and share how important it is for young children to learn at an…
Signs of Alzheimer’s and what to do when you notice them
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. It’s the holidays. You’re visiting family you don’t see too often, and you start to notice… something isn’t quite right. A loved one misplaces an item and…
Meet your neighbor – Monica Jackson
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Monica Jackson, a friendly face who is sure to delight those who happen upon her during their downtown excursions. Jackson’s parents immigrated from the Caribbean Islands…
Free health clinic on Jan. 2
Katie Marshall and Merry Ann Frisby Shepherd’s Hands of Suwannee Valley Do you or does someone you know need medical care? The Shepherd’s Hands free health clinic will be open this month…
The toys that live forever
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Time passes for us all, and no one is exempt from the ticking of the clock. As we approach a brand new year, it is common for…
Design a t-shirt for the 4-H Horse Show
Halie Wetherington ECB Publishing, Inc. With the Area North 4-H Horse Show coming up in January, the 4-H program has announced that there will also be a t-shirt design contest involved with…
The perfect gift for creative people
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. When I was 13 years old, I received a sketchbook and some pencils for my birthday. This may seem like a pretty plain gift, but for me,…
Watch out for these toxic holiday plants
Leah Androski ECB Publishing, Inc. When decorating your home or adding to your Christmas spirit, be aware that there are some plants that are toxic to cats and should be avoided. Holiday…
The lightening days of winter are here
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Yesterday, Dec. 21, was the shortest day (and longest night) of this year for us, as well as the other six billion people who live north of…
Monticello driving team selected as drivers for Wreaths Across America
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Those who regularly drive along Hwy. 90 may have noticed a semi parked along the road, vibrantly decorated in Christmas lights. This semi is driven by Brett…
Meet your neighbor: Genesee Sego
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Genesee Sego, your kind and welcoming neighbor. Sego has lived here in our “cute little small town” for her entire life, which she has grown to…
Extension Office introduces Beginning Beekeeper Workshop Series for 2024
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. A third of the world’s food production is only possible because of the presence of bees, and incredibly, one in every three bites of food we consume…
Union Hill AME Church Assists Refuge House
Under Reverend Barbara Thomas’s leadership, Union Hill A.M.E. Church celebrates the joy of giving to the Refuge House in Jefferson County. The Caring Ministry assists Nan Baughman, the counselor assigned to Jefferson…
Johnson family continues senior center giveaway
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Snowy white gift bags adorned with holiday bows filled a corner of the dining hall at the Jefferson Senior Citizens Center (JSCC) on Thursday, Dec. 7. There…