Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Esther is a play based on a biblical story called the Book of Esther, and has seen a great many renditions throughout the course of history. Plays,…
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Big Bend Hospice Inaugural LEAN Team
Sharon Davidson Contributor Twenty-five members from Big Bend Hospice recently completed training to become Lean Six Sigma Green Belts. The training was provided by Erik Christensen, a 12-year black belt president with…
Over 2 million baby rockers recalled after infant death
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. 4moms is recalling over 2 million of its MamaRoo and RockaRoo infant swings and rockers due to entanglement and strangulation risks. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced…
ECB Publishing, Inc. wins awards
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Famed American humorist, novelist and newspaper writer Mark Twain once said, “The plan of the newspaper is good. If you can’t get a compliment any other way,…
Southern Music Rising Songwriter Show this Saturday!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For those of you who are looking for a great time this Saturday, you’re in luck! Southern Music Rising is proudly presenting their third Singer/Songwriter show on…
Victim Advocacy in Jefferson County
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. With every crime that is reported in the United States, a case is opened. Some crime cases are closed swiftly, while others may remain open for months…
LifeSong reunion concert set for August 20 in Madison
Submitted by Bryant Thigpen Promoter, North Florida Concerts The LifeSong reunion concert is set to take place in Madison on Saturday, Aug. 20, at New Home Baptist Church at 7 p.m. Admission…
Featured Photo
World War II Veteran George Pittman Sr. recently celebrated his 96th birthday at the Jefferson County Recreation Park. Pictured, left to right are: Jeannie Harley, Mary Hadley, Charles Hadley, George W. Pittman…
Commissioner Gene Hall to host a Town Hall meeting
Commissioner Gene Hall to host a Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 6 p.m. located at Jefferson County Library to discuss the different grant programs for renovating and replacing…
4-H Wildlife Day Camp engages 60 kids in environmental education
Submitted by John Lilly, Director UF/IFAS Jefferson County Extension Service Sixty campers between the ages of 10 and 15 from Jefferson and Leon counties attended the 4-H Wildlife and Recreation Day Camp…
Songwriting contest for Suwannee River fans
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Suwannee Riverkeeper’s Fifth Annual Songwriting Contest is still accepting original song entries through Wednesday, Aug. 3. “We know there are musicians out there who share our…
Jefferson Schools leaders to speak at August 2 Chamber luncheon
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce has invited Jefferson County Schools Superintendent Eydie Tricquet, Principal Jackie Pons and Athletic Director Pat Kennedy to be guest speakers at…
Opportunity to share your climate change story
Submitted by Abigail Franks Southeast Climate Energy Network Have you noticed environmental, economic, or climate changes in your community over the last 20 years? Have your planting season times changed? Or have…
Teen Center camp encourages youth
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. “Encouragement” has been the word of the week at the Jefferson County Teen Center Summer Youth Camp. For around 45 local youth participating in the camp since…
Leaving your mark
July 17 is National Tattoo Day! Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Depending on who you ask, tattoos get a bit of a bad rap. Some people choose to stereotype those who get…
Fosters desperately needed this kitten season!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Kitten Season is officially in full swing. For those who may not know, the term kitten season refers to a phenomenon that begins in spring. As winter…
Ponderings…Friend of a fellow
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. I have always been an animal lover, ever since I was a baby. This fascination, respect and appreciation for creatures big and small has absolutely no exceptions,…
Clean-up at the Wacissa Headwaters
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Now that school is out, kids all across Jefferson County are finding new and interesting ways of occupying their time. One group of kids, members of Students…
Sometimes your pets pick you
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Many animal lovers can relate to the joys of pet ownership. The unconditional love, support and friendship that comes from having pets drives many of us to…
Fish Fry at JSCC!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, July 15, the Jefferson Senior Citizens Center will be hosting a Drive-Thru Fish Fry, starting at 11 a.m. Delicious fish lunches will be served for…