Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. A new tradition is in the works at the Jefferson County Recreation Park — the Fall Ball Softball program. The goal of the program is to provide…
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Pickleball can build social connections in older adults
The Monticello Pickleball Club enjoys recreational/social play every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Jefferson County Recreational Park, located at 1380 Mamie Scott Dr. All levels welcome! For more information,…
“Battle of the Counties” tournament coming
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. A full day of basketball excitement is planned on Saturday, Aug. 1, when Madison County hosts the “Battle of the Counties” basketball tournament. The double-elimination tournament will…
Local athlete to represent Florida
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Madison County native and Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warrior baseball player, Wiley Barfield, will be representing the State of Florida in the Fourth Annual 2D Sports Southeast…
Youth Athletic Camp returns July 18
Story and Photos Submitted The Jefferson County 2nd Annual Youth Athletic Camp is set to return on Saturday, July 18, with the aim to inspire the next generation through athletics, wellness, leadership…
Aucilla Christian Academy announces varsity cheerleading squad
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Aucilla Christian Academy has announced the 2026 varsity cheerleading squad that will be cheering on the Warriors during the upcoming football season. The members of the varsity…
Bowler Chrissy Lastinger is bound for Junior Gold Championships
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. You might know Chrissy Lastinger as the local girl who was recently crowned Miss Watermelon Queen 2026. What you probably didn’t know is that Lastinger is also…
Area baseball players named to All-Big Bend Team
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Several area baseball players have received post-season honors by being named to the Tallahassee Democrat All-Big Bend Baseball Team. Athletes from Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA), Jefferson County…
Warriors listed on All-Big Bend Tennis Team
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Tallahassee Democrat recently announced their 2026 All-Big Bend Tennis Team. Several Aucilla Christian Academy Warriors are listed among those student athletes honored. Among the girls named…
Area athletes honored on All-Big Bend Softball Team
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Tallahassee Democrat has released their 2026 All-Big Bend Softball Team and the list contains some very familiar names. Madison County High School (MCHS) Head Coach Ansley…
Sam Madison, Jr. covers another corner in the football market
Mary Madison Contributor For over three decades, Sam “Junior” Madison has undertaken multiple enterprising, systematic and geographical football markets. Beginning his freshman year at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical (FAMU) High School, into…
Lady Warriors eliminated in district softball tournament
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Lady Warriors softball team met the Cowgirls of Madison County High School in the Rural Class District Five semi-final on Tuesday, April…
Four Warriors named to All-State football teams
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Sunshine State Athletic Association (SSAA) recently announced their 2025-26 All-State football selections. Four Warriors from Aucilla Christian Academy were among those honored by the Association. Warrior…
Lady Warriors softball team winning despite primarily freshman roster
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The next years of the Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) softball program looks very promising, if the beginning of the 2026 season is any indication. The Lady Warriors…
JCS softball begins new season
Crystal Goodwin ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson K-12, a Community Partnership School, begins a new softball season. Coach Taylor Clemens hit the ground running by enlisting a new assistant coach, Chyanna Johnson, and…
JCS Coach Marshaun Harris hits the ground running
Crystal Goodwin ECB Publishing, Inc. Coach Marshaun Harris, of Jefferson County K-12, A Community Partnership School (JCS), hits the ground running this spring sports season. Harris has been involved in JCS sports…
Tigers Flag Football and Track & Field start this week
JCS Tigers 2026 Girls Flag Football Schedule February 17 – at Florida High February 19 – vs. Taylor County (HOME) February 26 – vs. Community Leadership (HOME) March 4 – at FAMU…
Warriors take district title
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Lady Warriors emerged on the top end of a low-scoring contest with the Tiger Sharks of Port St. Joe High School on…
Jefferson Tigers take on ACA Warriors for Basketball Senior Night
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. It was Senior Night on Jan. 22, when the Jefferson Tigers boys and girls basketball teams faced off against the Warriors of Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA). Seniors…
Tigers warm up for baseball/softball season
Jefferson County Tigers Varsity Baseball Schedule Date Opponent Time Location Feb 5 Madison County 4 p.m. Neutral (Aucilla) Feb. 10 Brooks County 4 p.m. Home Feb. 12 Wakulla Christian 6 p.m. Home…