Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Monday, Nov. 20, the courthouse circle was all a-buzz with excitement as local farmers and makers set up small booths next to CowHaus Coffee Co. to…
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Monticello welcomes The Rakkasan – Art & Collectables
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. As dusk approached on Veterans Day in downtown Monticello, bright lights shone out from the windows of a new business in town, as The Rakkasan – Art…
Grand Opening of Glazed Over Bakery and Deli Dec. 1, 2-8 p.m.
Submitted by Glazed Over For people wondering about the official opening of the new Bakery and Deli in historic downtown Monticello, the wait is nearly over. We are thrilled to announce that…
Community organizations partner up to build ramps
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Monday, Nov. 20, the Monticello Chamber of Commerce Junior Leadership Academy joined forces with the Monticello Kiwanis Club and FL Cares in the efforts of building…
Betta home for Betta
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. We have all seen the sad little cups of brightly-colored, long-finned fish at the pet store. Some may even take pity on the unfortunate animals and purchase…
Beware of Benadryl
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Is your dog an itchy fella? We aren’t talking about the occasional scratch behind the collar. We are talking about the all-consuming scratching, licking and chewing that…
Hidden damage lurking in plain sight
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;…
Free health clinic on Dec. 5
Katie Marshall and Merry Ann Frisby Shepherd’s Hands of Suwannee Valley Contributors Do you or does someone you know need medical care? The Shepherd’s Hands free health clinic will be open this…
Making a splash at SeaWorld
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Orlando, Fla., is a popular vacation spot for a reason. It is filled to the brim with many exciting theme parks, each promising an adventure and a…
The Interesting Tales of Mr. Finlayson
Monday, Nov. 13 of 2023, the second story of the courthouse was alive. Many Monticello residents gathered in a big room, eager to hear a speaker talk about his family. The speaker,…
Post-Thanksgiving do’s and don’ts for Fido
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Thanksgiving is a great time to get the family together and enjoy good food and better company. No family gathering would be complete without each member of…
Polar Express Night with Chief Mosley
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Tuesday, Dec. 19, the Jefferson County R.J. Bailar Public Library will be hosting none other than the Monticello Police Chief, Fred Mosley, for an evening full…
Attention writers!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For those who like to write, November is a special month. For writers and aspiring authors around the world, November is observed as National Novel Writing Month,…
Get creative at the local library
acHeather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, Dec. 1, the R.J. Bailar Public Library welcomes any and all to come out and create holiday ornaments! During this hour workshop, starting at 4…
Black Friday Do’s and Don’ts
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The day that follows the Thanksgiving holiday, commonly known as Black Friday, is famous for being one of the prime time shopping days of the entire year…
Kiwanis hosts Farm-City Week celebration
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Kiwanis Club of Monticello gave tribute to farmers at their weekly meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 15. In recognition of Farm-City Week, the luncheon’s invited guests included…
JCI’s gaveliers aim to transition and transcend
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. You may have heard of Toastmasters International, the worldwide network of public speaking clubs for building confidence and teaching communication skills. But have you heard of its…
KFRW honor veterans with American Valor Dinner
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The 3rd Biennial American Valor Dinner 2023 honored 41 local veterans on Thursday, Nov. 9, with a celebratory meal and full program at the Monticello Opera House…
Girl Scouts to hold Chili Cook-Off at Monticello Christmas
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Girl Scout Troop 4004 hopes that many of you chili cookers out there will stir up a pot of your favorite recipe to enter in this year’s…
Woman’s Club welcomes new officers with Thanksgiving feast
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Woman’s Club of Monticello installed new officers for 2023-24 at its regular lunch meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 14. Outgoing President Jennifer King welcomed Cecil Barnhart as…