Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County Lions Club is a volunteer organization that provides eye exams, eye glasses, hearing aids and other sight and hearing needs for those who cannot afford…
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RECALL: E. Coli outbreak leads to over 130,000 pounds of ground beef recalled; one death reported
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. A nationwide recall was issued on Wednesday, Sept. 19 for 132,606 pounds of ground beef products from the chuck portion of a cow carcass that is reported…
Jefferson County district displays…
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. A new law went into effect on July 1 that required all school districts within the state of Florida to display the state motto: “In God We…
Citizens comments heat up at School Board
Ashley Hunter, ECB Publishing, Inc. Starting the regularly scheduled school board meeting on Monday, Sept. 10, the Jefferson County School Board handled the approval of the consent agenda before moving on to…
National Hunting and Fishing Day celebrates #WhoTaughtYou
Florida has abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. The state boasts public access to a wide array of hunting, fishing, boating and wildlife viewing activities. It is the Fishing Capital of the World and…
National Business Women’s Day
Every year on Sept. 22, the United States celebrates American Business Women’s Day. The first annual event was held on September 22, 1982, and was officially recognized by congressional proclamation in 1983…
K9 Magnum joins the force
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. The newest addition to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office doesn’t wear a badge or even walk on two legs – rather, the newest addition is one who…
Over 400,000 pounds of chicken recalled due to metal pieces
Ashley Hunter, ECB Publishing, Inc. On Wednesday, Sept. 5, the United States Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced that Wayne Farms, LLC, an establishment headquartered in Oakwood, GA, was recalled…
New wheels for JCSO
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. On Tuesday, Sept. 11, two new vehicles rolled into the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) inventory. Purchased through a $91,000 grant from the Florida Department of Law…
Prepping for Disaster
Story submitted The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Division of Emergency Management, is hosting a Disaster Preparedness Expo! When: September 15 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Jefferson County Emergency Operation Center,…
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office/Division of Emergency Management is looking for volunteers to join its CERT Program
Story Submitted Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a national and statewide Initiative for local communities. Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office\Division of Emergency Management is looking for community members to join its…
Two hurricanes in the Atlantic; Cat. 4 targets the east coast
John Willoughby, ECB Publishing, Inc. When Hurricane Irma plowed through the Caribbean Islands and up the west coast of Florida’s peninsula this time last year, thousands were left without power, food and…
Trying to rename roads in honor of local officers
Lazaro Aleman, ECB Publishing, Inc. Efforts are underway to rename portions of two state highways in memory of two local law-enforcement officers. The two state roads under consideration for renaming are sections…
Computer classes starting now
Story Submitted A series of computer basics classes for adults will be hosted at the Jefferson County Library starting on Sept. 13. Classes will be taught by Family and Consumer Science Extension…
Local student to compete in World Open
Riley Smith saddles up in October John Willoughby, ECB Publishing, Inc. Riley Smith, a freshman at Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA), is set to compete in the National Barrel Horse Association (NBHA) World…
4-H State Champs
Emerald G. Parsons, ECB Publishing, Inc. Two local students from the local Jefferson County 4-H Club have earned fame and glory for themselves and for our hometown 4-H clubs. Sarah Crandall and…
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Article Submitted Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 251 and its Auxiliary Unit are once again adamant about bringing information to everyone about suicide among military veterans. 22 veterans, and one active-duty…
Blood Drive Sept. 8
Debbie Snapp, ECB Publishing, Inc. American Legion Post 49 will host a Blood Drive on Saturday, September 8, in the Winn Dixie Plaza from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Just look for…
Adopt a Senior Sweetheart
Debbie Snapp, ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Humane Society Wolf Creek Pet Adoption Center houses lots and lots of cats, dogs and sometimes pigs, rabbits and even horses. Most all the…
Governor Scott visits Monticello
Lazaro Aleman, ECB Publishing, Inc. About 80 or so people gathered recently at the Grand Oaks Plantation off the Boston Highway to show support for Gov. Rick Scott in his bid for…