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. Windy, a beautiful siamese cat,…
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Duke Energy Foundation launches America250 grant opportunity for nonprofits in Florida
Duke Energy Foundation Contributor In honor of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, the Duke Energy Foundation is inviting qualified nonprofits in Florida to apply for America250 grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000. The…
Tax season arrives: why hiring a professional may pay off
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. As tax filing season begins, many Americans are gathering documents and preparing for their federal income tax returns. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reminds taxpayers they are…
Corey Burrus recognized in Safe Driver Challenge
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Sgt. Corey Burrus with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) recently was chosen as a $1,000 winner in the 3rd Annual Safe Driver Challenge, a competition sponsored…
CareerSource Capital Region awarded state rural initiatives grant
CareerSource Capital Region Contributor CareerSource Capital Region (CSCR) has been awarded a State Rural Initiatives Grant from the State of Florida to expand workforce development services for career seekers who face significant…
Regional unemployment rate announced for December 2025
CareerSource Capital Region Contributor According to the Florida Department of Commerce, the regional unemployment rate for Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon and Wakulla counties was 4.9% for December 2025. This rate was 1.6 percentage points greater…
Brown Family Reunion planned for September 2026
Story Submitted The Brown Family Reunion will be held Friday-Sunday, Sept. 4-6, 2026, at Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown, 940 Fifth Ave. S, St. Petersburg, Fla. For more information, contact Vanessa Manning…
Weekend Events into Monday
JANUARY 24 (Saturday) The Life Source Choice Food Pantry (1599 Spring Hollow Rd.) is open 8-9 a.m. A Second Harvest food sharing takes place at New Bethel A.M.E. Church (6496 Ashville Hwy.)…
Meet Your Neighbor: Kay Van Treese
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Kay Van Treese! Van Treese is originally from Orlando. She moved to Tallahassee in 1987, and then purchased property in Lamont with her husband. Now a…
Community Center hosts 45th annual MLK Day festival
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. On Monday, Jan. 19, the 45th annual MLK Day festival was held at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center. This event is typically accompanied by…
Pet Adoption Spotlight: Bob
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. Bob, a handsome black kitty,…
Tips to winterize your vehicle
Metro Media The elements pose a unique challenge to motor vehicles, and that’s particularly notable when seasons change. Though the shift from spring to summer or even summer to fall may not…
Women in Business Luncheon is Feb. 11
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce has teamed up once again with the Monticello Woman’s Club to offer another networking opportunity for local women. They invite local…
Tiger Closet seeks donations
Tiffany Martin Children’s Home Society of Florida When students have access to clean clothes and essential hygiene items, they can focus on learning instead of worrying about their basic needs. Clothing closets…
Meet Your Neighbor: Sylvester Peck, Sr.
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Sylvester Peck, Sr.! Peck was born and raised in the New Bethel community of Jefferson County’s Linton’s Mills area. Though he currently lives in Leon County,…
Pet Adoption Spotlight: Sullivan
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Sullivan, a two-year-old pitbull, is in need of a forever family. At 58 pounds, Sullivan is strong, energetic, intelligent and friendly. His current foster owner, Debbie Snapp,…
Pet Adoption Spotlight: Nick, Copper and Chester
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. Three orange kittens, Nick, Chester…
Pet Adoption Spotlight: Ace
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. Ace, a handsome black-and-white cat,…
Events for January 12-16
JANUARY 12 (Monday) The Jefferson County School Board has a regular meeting at 6 p.m. at 1490 W. Washington St. To attend via Microsoft Teams, use Meeting ID 229 905 633 064…
Need a little help? Call 211 Big Bend
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Have you ever heard of Florida 211? It’s a free, confidential helpline that connects Floridians to all sorts of resources, including “social services, food, housing, utilities payment…