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…
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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…
Razor Performance Riders train in Monticello
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. Razor Performance Riding is dedicated to the international development of enhancing people’s knowledge in motorcycle maneuvering and traffic safety by introducing advanced riding techniques. Its students focus…
County votes No
Adult Day Care facilities not allowed in residential areas Lazaro Aleman, ECB Publishing, Inc. Following a brief public hearing on Thursday, Aug. 16, county officials decided not to amend the Land Development…
Massey, McNeill win in Sheriff’s race (Gillum, DeSantis, Scott prevail statewide)
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Statewide, the big story on Tuesday night was the upset victory of Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum as the Democratic nominee for Governor. Not as surprising, although still…
A-Building becoming ka-ching building
Lazaro Aleman, ECB Publishing, Inc. The historic A-Building is seemingly turning into a ka-ching building in the estimation of some county officials. With nearly $4 million already expended on the renovation, unforeseen…