Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. On the evening of Thursday, Feb. 27, the Jefferson County R.J. Bailar Public Library hosted a special cultural presentation when certified sound healer Ramin Yazdanpanah visited the…
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Who’s kitchen is open?
Local restaurants to stay open amongst new restrictions Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. On Saturday, March 21, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued an order to all Florida restaurants that required the establishments…
Winn-Dixie changes store hours to allow special shopping hour for seniors only
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Following the announcement on Thursday, March 19, that the State of Florida had seen eight deaths and over 300 cases of coronavirus, Winn-Dixie released a statement regarding…
Shutting their doors, canceling the gatherings
List of Jefferson County closures and cancellations Ashley Hunter Lazaro Aleman Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. Several local services, clubs, groups and meetings have been closed, postponed or canceled in response to…
Jefferson County Kings of Spring hold Annual Banquet
Emerald Greene Parsons ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Kings of Spring Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), held their annual banquet at Willow Pond, on Saturday March 14. Members…
Senior Center’s March calendar of events
Compiled By Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. For the month of March, The Jefferson Senior Citizens Center (JSCC) has put together an event of daily, weekly and special events that will focus…
Protecting our law enforcement: local citizen donates protective gear to MPD and JCSO
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Michael Robinson, a local citizen and business owner of Robinson Gunworks, recently contacted Jefferson County Sheriff McNeill to see if his agency would be interested in a…
Kangaroo Joey visits the chamber luncheon
Conservationist speaks to chamber members in Lamont center Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce members were treated to a unique presentation at their monthly luncheon and meeting on…
Woman’s Club fundraises for clubhouse repairs
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Throughout the year, the Monticello Woman’s Club supports the Jefferson County community through fundraising for local non-profits, supporting organizations that give-back to local citizens, promoting youth literacy…
Diamonds and Denim family dance offered a wonderful time for all
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. What a night! The Diamonds and Denim family dance held at the Teen Center was wonderful, with young locals attending with their parents and guardians. The evening…
Students planning for their future with a career day at Jefferson Somerset
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Middle and high school students at Jefferson Somerset were visited by several guest speakers on Thursday, Feb. 27. The guest speakers arrived at the school around 8:30…
More than glitter and garnet…
Monticello athlete works for her dream as a collegiate gymnast Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. At Centenary College of Louisiana, Jenny Jackson is studying biology and business. Her accomplishments in the classroom…
Skimmers, Scammers and Technology
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. Sheriff Mac McNeill, with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO), was the guest speaker for a recent monthly meeting of the Triple L (LLL) group. LLL is…
Texas Hold’Em Tournament was huge success
Emerald G. Parsons ECB Publishing, Inc. A large crowd turned out for the second Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce’s Texas Hold’Em Poker Tournament on Saturday, Feb. 29. The poker tournament was held…
Locals learn how to be hurricane ready
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County Emergency Management (JCEM) and Director Paula Carroll hosted the agency’s annual “Build A Bucket” event on Saturday morning, Feb. 22, in front of the Jefferson…
Advisory: Drivers should watch out for cyclists this weekend
This weekend, the Dirty Pecan cycling event will again be coming to Jefferson County. This event, which has brought thousands of cyclists to the county, will be held on Saturday, March 7….
American Legion and Auxiliary to hold fish fry on March 14
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. The American Legion Post 49 and Auxiliary Unit will hold their annual Mullet Fish Fry fundraiser on Saturday, March 14, from 12 to 2 p.m. at the…
Diamonds and Denim: family dance scheduled for March 7
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Families who are looking for a fun and memorable night out will not want to miss the Diamonds and Denim Spring Fling Dance! The dance, put on…
Clothed With Joy gives away 75 pair of shoes to local youth
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. Clothed With Joy held a “Free Shoe Day” on Saturday, Feb. 22 at its facility located in the Adult Education building at the old Jefferson County High…
American Legion and Auxiliary to hold fish fry on March 14
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. The American Legion Post 49 and Auxiliary Unit will hold their annual Mullet Fish Fry fundraiser on Saturday, March 14, from 12 to 2 p.m. at the…