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Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Florida Department of State’s Division of Elections is currently conducting an audit of four grants awarded to the Supervisor of Elections Office for Jefferson County during…

Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. It was something that had not happened since many of the players’ parents were children. It was something that many had said could not be done. But,…

To-go Thanksgiving available Saturday, Nov. 18 Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Rev. Herbert Hollingsworth and the congregation of Bethel A.M.E. Church invite the community to join them for a free Thanksgiving dinner…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Because the Monticello City Council’s regular meeting day for November fell on Election Day, they held their Nov. 7 session at 5:30 p.m., earlier than usual, and…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Operation Green Light for Veterans is a relatively new way to show support and appreciation for veterans. It takes place during the week of Veterans Day and…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. In the 2023 City General Election held on Tuesday, Nov. 7, James Griffin edged out Vivian “Judy” Hall Royster for the City Clerk seat. The six precincts…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Life is busy. We all have a lot going on, and it can be hard to keep track of things. Sometimes we cut ties, move cities, and…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. This Saturday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day, when we pay tribute to all American veterans – living or dead – to thank them for serving our country…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Last week, the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners postponed the second public hearing on an ordinance “related to solar photovoltaic collector systems,” commonly referred to as…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, Nov. 3, the community of Jefferson County said a somber farewell to Stephen Walker, a gentle and caring man who was loved, known and cherished…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. At its Regular Meeting on Monday, Oct. 9, the Jefferson County School Board voted to end its contract with the law firm of Davis, Schnitker, Reeves &…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Veterans Day, originally called Armistice Day, was established at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1919. It marked the first anniversary…

Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) has released the brackets for the state high school football playoffs. The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys have been…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Each year, the downtown Monticello area decks its halls and schedules a myriad of merry cheer with Monticello Christmas, and the countdown until this year’s event has…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Since the arrest on Sept. 20 of Kirk Reams, Warren “Charles” Culp and Justin “Tyler” McNeill on charges of Grand Theft and Organized Scheme to Defraud the…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. On Tuesday, Oct. 31, Henry A. Sharpe, born April 25, 1972, of Monticello, Fla., went to trial on three charges stemming from his arrest at the scene…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County School District has partnered with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office for a grant application for a specialty K9 through the Florida Safe Schools K9…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, Oct. 27, Jefferson County K-12 held a Spelling Bee. Eleven students from across the school participated, competing for a chance to compete at regionals. Each…