Kathrine Alderman ECB Publishing, Inc. Things are really starting to come together for the homeschool community here in Jefferson County. With their recent upgrade from a simple homeschool group to an organization,…
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Rainbows Edge making a move
Steve Cordle ECB Publishing, Inc. Many have had to move at one time in our lives, some more than once. Some have had to move on short notice, such as a week…
UF/IFAS Extension Office has a new vice president
Steve Cordle ECB Publishing, Inc. The Oct. 28 Monticello Kiwanis Club luncheon featured a program from the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agriculture Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension Office. Danielle Sprague gave…
Monticello Christmas Lights Parade information
Kathrine Alderman ECB Publishing, Inc. The third annual Monticello Christmas Lights Parade will be taking place on Dec. 4. The parade starts at 6 p.m., but the lineup is from 5 p.m….
Cub Scouts pack 803 happenings
Story Submitted In the last month, Monticello’s Pack 803 has done a lot of exciting events. Last month Cubs, leaders and parents went on a hike through the Monticello Eco Park, off…
The violence at home signal for help
Kathrine Alderman ECB Publishing, Inc. With the outbreak of COVID-19, everyone had to stay cooped up at home with their families. Even now, with no stay at home orders and things opening…
Sheriff David Hobbs Remembered
Steve Cordle ECB Publishing, Inc. Friends and family of the late Sheriff David Hobbs came out in large numbers on Friday, Nov. 6, for the unveiling of a sign that will designate…
Coming together through a pandemic
Kathrine Alderman ECB Publishing, Inc. Back in March, the world shut down. People were holed up in their homes, and local businesses were made to find another way to get by. For…
What do your bumper stickers really tell people?
Many people don’t think much about what they’re putting on their cars when it comes to stickers and decals. In many cases, it’s just a fun way to express yourself and personalize…
Tri-County Electric Cooperative celebrates 80 years of service to members
Story courtesy of Tri-County Electric Cooperative Tri-County Electric Cooperative (TCEC) is celebrating 80 years of service to members in Madison, Jefferson, Taylor and Dixie Counties this year. TCEC is a…
Bringing JOY to Jefferson County Youth
Members of JOY (Jefferson Outreach for Youth) are gearing up for their annual toy drive, which will provide Christmas gifts for local youngsters. This is the time of the year when donations…
What’s happening with fall events?
Kathrine Alderman ECB Publishing, Inc. With COVID-19 still a concern, many people have been wondering if there will be any sort of fall festival/Halloween events to be had this Oct. 31. With…
Blue Bird Homes & Lands is in a new nest
Steve Cordle ECB Publishing, Inc. SW Ellis and her company, Blue Bird Homes & Lands Inc., are now in a new location at 1405 W. Washington, in Monticello. Ellis, originally from Goshen,…
10-year-old wins multiple awards at youth rodeos!
Kathrine Alderman ECB Publishing, Inc. Many people have things they’ve been doing since they were young, whether it be a family tradition or just something they started because it was entertaining. For…
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Wear purple and show your support for survivors and for ending domestic violence in our (Jefferson County) community! Story Submitted Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) was launched nationwide in October 1987…
Jefferson County re-openings
Steve Cordle ECB Publishing, Inc. On Sept. 25, Governor Ron DeSantis moved Florida to enter Phase III of the COVID-19 reopening, which lifted just about all of the restrictions placed on businesses…
Michelle’s Formal Wear picks model from Monticello
Alyssa Ridenour ECB Publishing, Inc. Michelle’s Formal Wear is a dress shop in Adel, Ga., stocked with ball gowns, wedding dresses, prom dresses and more. Every year they host a photo competition…
Have it Carlitos way
Kathrine Alderman ECB Publishing, Inc. For those who haven’t heard of the food truck that parks at S&M Mart, located at 1546 N. Jefferson Hwy., you might want to make your way…
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month
Story Submitted October is Domestic Violence Awareness month, a time we honor survivors and remember victims of domestic violence. During the pre COVID-19 years, Refuge House would host community events to bring…
Raising the roof: Chamber to hold first annual Cornhole Tournament on October 24th.
Steve Cordle ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce will hold its first annual Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. The event’s purpose is to raise money for a…