Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. On Thursday, Dec. 11, a group of first-grade students from Aucilla Christian Academy took a tour of Full Circle Dairy, in Lee. It was a fun and…
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Achievement takes center stage at NFC’s Fall 2025 Commencement
NFC Office of Communications Contributor North Florida College honored its Fall 2025 graduates during its commencement ceremony held Thursday, Dec. 11, at Van H. Priest Auditorium. Family, friends, faculty, staff and community…
ARI ends a productive year of educational outreach
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. As 2025 comes to a close, the Aucilla Research Institute (ARI) is celebrating another year of research and educational outreach in the Big Bend. Each year, ARI…
AMF offers $20,000 in scholarships for seniors
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. High school seniors can apply for a statewide scholarship offered by the American Muslim Alliance of Florida, Inc. (AMF). A total of $20,000 in scholarship funds will…
AMF offers $20,000 in scholarships for seniors
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County seniors now have the opportunity to apply for a statewide scholarship offered by the American Muslim Alliance of Florida, Inc. (AMF). A total of $20,000…
Senator Rick Scott offers internship opportunities for students interested in politics
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson students looking to explore careers in government and public policy have the chance to gain real world experience through the internship program offered by U.S. Senator…
North Florida College celebrates the investiture of Dr. Jennifer Humbles Page as Ninth President
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College marked a distinguished milestone on Tuesday, Nov. 18, as faculty, staff, students, alumni and state and community leaders gathered in the Van H. Priest Auditorium…
Local schools celebrate fall festivals with games, treats and community fun
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. Autumn spirit swept through Jefferson County as families gathered at Aucilla Christian Academy and Jefferson K-12 for annual fall festivals, where games, sweet treats and fellowship turned…
4-H Public Speaking Contest school winners announced
Dr. Camille Lewis, 4-H Agent UF/IFAS Extension – Jefferson Public speaking is one of the skills many adults avoid, but our young people have stepped up with courage and grace. For most…
Teen writing contest announced; deadline is Dec. 19
Writers Alliance of Gainesville Contributor The Writers Alliance of Gainesville, Fla., is pleased to announce the annual Teen Lit Contest, part of the 2026 Sunshine State Book Festival, offering Florida students the…
Local Kiwanis Clubs help fund an upcoming ACA student mission trip
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Two North Floridian Kiwanis Clubs recently made a donation to Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) to help fund a student mission trip. The donations, which were given by…
School board deeds property to VFW
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. At a regular meeting on Monday, Oct. 13, the Jefferson County School Board was finally ready for a conclusive vote regarding the transfer of one of its…
Aucilla Christian alumni of ’93, ’94 and ’95 reconnect after shared loss
Story submitted Alumni from three graduating classes turn grief into gratitude and lasting friendship. What began as a moment of sorrow when a beloved classmate from the Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Class…
JCS celebrates Homecoming 2025!
Laura Young and Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Homecoming Week 2025 was a special time for the Tiger roar for Jefferson County Schools (JCS), with lots of opportunities for its football team,…
School district recognizes Back-to-School Event donors
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Public seating for the Oct. 13 meeting of the Jefferson County School Board was filled with representatives from a wide array of donors who had contributed to…
Sentinel spirit shines bright: NFC celebrates a decade of national recognition
Allison Finley Contributor For the 10th consecutive year, North Florida College has been recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, earning the coveted “Great Colleges to…
Altrusa donates to JCS Media Center
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Altrusa International is a service organization that has a special emphasis on literacy and improving economic well-being and quality of life in communities around the world. The…
Warriors face Seahawks on Senior Night
Regular season ends tonight! Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors went out to an early 14-0 lead and didn’t look back on their way to a resounding…
Tigers battle Bulldogs on Senior Night
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. It was a tough evening for the Jefferson County Tigers football team on Senior Night, Friday, Oct. 17, as they hosted the Bulldogs of Liberty County High…
Local schools celebrate Principals Month
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. October is national Principals Month, and schools across Jefferson County are recognizing the dedication and leadership of those who guide their campuses each day. From Jefferson County…