Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Does it come as any surprise to you that the invention of air conditioning had its beginnings through an inventor from Florida? Probably not. About this time…
Picture from the Past
Photo courtesy of Florida Memory Pictured is the 1930 Monticello High School graduating class. Pictured in the back row, from left to right, are: Claude Groom, Skyler Smith, Emmett Kelly, Edward Milton,…
Daily steps to make a vehicle last longer
Metro Courtesy Modern cars have longer life expectancies than their predecessors. Consumer Reports indicates it’s not unheard of for modern vehicles to endure for 200,000 miles or more. For many, that equates…
Florida gas prices bounce around $3
The News Service of Florida Courtesy Average gasoline prices in Florida continue to fluctuate around the $3 mark as relatively low crude-oil prices offset anticipated increased demand from summer driving. Florida motorists…
Swimmer’s ear: what is it? Prevention, diagnosis and treatment
Ady Hammock ECB Publishing, Inc. This summer, most people will spend a portion of their days at the beach, by the lake or in the pool to cool off. Although swimming is…
Farm Bureau announces winners of this year’s poster and essay contest
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. This year, the Jefferson County Farm Bureau hosted their Farm Bureau Poster and Essay Contests for first and fifth graders at Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA), with winners…
Town Talk: Plans for wildlife mural have officially begun Citizens are reminded that large projects are a work in progress
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Work on an expansive mural painting has officially begun, leaving some Monticello residents seemingly confused and upset. The walls of the Vintage Treasures antique shop that once…
Bear sightings in Lamont keep residents on their toes
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Since the end of April, residents that live in the area surrounding Nash and Cook Rd. in Lamont, Fla. have been on high alert regarding the presence…
It’s decision time for A-Building (Fate of structure in the balance)
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. County officials are once again wrestling with what to do about the A-Building restoration, which has already absorbed nearly $4 million in costs, with at least one…
Ponderings… Most of what I know
The world can be an increasingly dark place, it seems. When the pandemic struck our little planet, five years ago, I felt a sinking sensation of dread as the world as we…
Letter to the Editor: Thank you from the Handley Family
Thank you to all who have prayed for Hunter and helped us through this difficult time. We have experienced so much love showered over us between GoFundMe, fundraisers and personally helping us…
💐 Happy 20th Anniversary, Ms. Shameka “Ms. Shekki” Geathers! 💐
Celebrating a Legacy of Love, Laughter, and Learning at Our Blessings Early Learning Center Twenty years ago, God planted a seed in the heart of a young woman named Shameka Geathers—better known…
Handley Benefit Barrel Race draws generous crowd
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. “The community really showed out,” said Monica Roberts after all was said and done at the Handley Benefit Barrel Race on Saturday, May 10. Despite stormy weather…
Max is looking for a family
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County is home to an incredible amount of animals, and a great number of them have amazing owners that care for them with dignity, care and…
Pickett Lake church camp registration opens
Leah Androski ECB Publishing, Inc. The Middle Florida Baptist Association and the Lake Pickett 2025 camp staff are excited to announce registration for E.C. Tyner Children’s camp at Pickett Lake, in Branford,…
Growing Through It: Faith in the fog
I’ve never related much to Peter in the Bible – you know, the one jumping out of boats and walking on water with wild, bold faith. Nope, a recent message at Church…
I appreciate the solemnity of Memorial Day
In the mid-1990s, when my son, Joshua, announced that he had enlisted in the Army, I felt nervous yet proud of his decision to serve his country. When Kuwait was becoming increasingly…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Be careful what you hear
I recall a song for little ones that made the rounds when I was growing up. It said, “Be careful little ears what you hear.” There was plenty of other good advice…
Song of the week: “A Thousand Times”
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. At the risk of sounding cheesy, I’ve probably heard this week’s selection a thousand times. While that is surely an exaggeration, We are Messengers’ “A Thousand Times”…
Mental health matters Nonprofit provides confidential support for EMS workers’ mental health
LSF Health Systems Contributor National Emergency Medical Services Week, held this year from Sunday, May 18 through Saturday, May 24, recognizes the heroic work of EMS professionals who serve on the frontlines…