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Salary freeze and change in bus driver hours on the horizon Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County School Board is nearing the end of its budget year 2022-23 and making…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. It is no secret that a firefighter’s job is no walk in the park. Not only does it sometimes take a steep emotional toll, but the job…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County Schools grew its athletic program significantly during the 2022-23 school year, with considerably more students participating in more extracurricular sports than during the past several…

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. County officials may be meeting with representatives of the electric companies to see if the latter’s objections to the solar ordinance can be worked out before the…

UPDATE – 9 a.m., June 16, 2023 The Watermelon Festival Committee has announced yesterday evening the cancellation of the 2023 Watermelon Festival. A statement from Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Katrina Richardson…

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The State Attorney Office continues investigating the allegations of unauthorized overspending and other alleged financial misconduct by the Clerk of Court Office. State Attorney Jack Campbell told…

Submitted by Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce The honorary title of Parade Grand Marshal is granted to a resident of Jefferson County who exhibits exceptional leadership, community service, civic involvement and public…

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. County officials have scheduled a hearing on Thursday evening, June 15, to get public input on a proposed increase of the tourist development tax, commonly called the…

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Although late in coming, Jefferson County recently received another $500,000 grant for continuation of the A-Building restoration, a project that has been ongoing now for about 30…

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Contrary to expectations, few local residents appear to be taking advantage of Big Bend Transit’s (BBT) express shuttle between Monticello and Tallahassee, which has now been running…

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Presented with three scenarios by the consultant engineer for the grant-funded sewer extension project into Montivilla, city officials recently chose the least expensive option, which excludes from…

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Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. After Watermelon Festival royalty are crowned this weekend, the line-up of festival events continues from Friday, June 9, through Saturday, June 17. On Friday evening, June 9,…

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Depot Day was celebrated recently at the historic Lloyd Depot, in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the Gulf Wind Chapter, which is part of the National…

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Under a bill that Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law recently, 14-year-olds will no longer be able to drive golf carts, and older teens will have to…

Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Mark your calendars, because one of the largest events Jefferson County has to offer is almost here! In just a few short days, the Watermelon Festival events…

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Contributor On Tuesday, May 23, Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputies conducted an investigation at a residence located at 685 E. Washington St., in Monticello. Deputies had received information from…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County Educational Foundation, Inc. (JCEF) treated teachers and staff of Jefferson County K-12 (JCS) to a bountifully catered appreciation event on Tuesday, May 9. In addition…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Memorial Day is Monday, May 29, and the entire community is invited to join together to remember and honor those who died while serving in the U.S….

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Fleet Reserve Association’s National Committee on Americanism-Patriotism announced on May 10 the national level winners in this year’s essay contest. Congratulations to Monticello’s own Anna Dollar!…