This article is written from an octogenarian perspective. It is not a political focus. It is a vista – an awareness of a range of time and a specific subject matter. I’m…
Aucilla Christian Academy alumnus promoted in Air Force
Kenzie James ECB Publishing, Inc. An Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) alumnus was recently promoted to a noncomissioned officer leadership position in the U.S. Air Force in his 10th year of service. Kent…
Jealousy class offered by Florida Health
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Parents, guardians and mentors of youth are invited to attend a free class called “Let’s Talk: Jealousy,” offered by Florida Health IMPACT. The session takes place on…
3rd Annual Community Safety, CPR & AED Awareness & Training Event takes place June 29
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Be Reformed LLC and the Jefferson County Youth Council invite members of the community to attend the 3rd Annual Community Safety, CPR & AED Awareness & Training…
Monticello native makes Lions Den in the 2024 Firefighter Challenge
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. It takes no short amount of strength, courage and tenacity to be a firefighter. The job can be dangerous, not to mention emotionally and physically demanding. To…
Kirbi the Kitten
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Animal rescue comes in many different shapes and sizes, and for three-week old kitten, Kirbi, size is overrated! After being discovered late one evening in mid-May by…
Gone but not forgotten
Mary Madison Contributor Memorial Missionary Baptist Church conducted a powerful, discernible worship service and heartwarming, spirit-filled chair unveiling ceremony on Sunday, June 2, honoring the late Moderator Emeritus Reverend Dr. James Bobby…
Discover your heavenly Father’s love for you
When you blow it – I mean, when you really mess up big time – do you hide from God? Sometimes I do. What if, instead of feeling like a failure and…
Opening the door to wholeness
I didn’t know it at the time, but I grew up in a family with issues. Don’t misunderstand me. My family was and is a loving family, but there were a few…
Summer Camp & VBS Directory
Teen Center Summer Camp Jefferson County Youth Council Ages 6 – 16 June 3 – July 26 Activities: Have fun with indoor/outdoor games and field trips every other Friday. Cost: $25 for…
Idea of appointed police chief and city clerk resurfaces
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The idea of a city charter revision was another of the topics discussed at the recent city council retreat, with the emphasis on making the positions of…
Drunk driver flees police
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Saturday, June 8, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) was alerted to a car traveling on I-10 that was suspected of being driven by an intoxicated…
City stormwater system needs upgrading
(User fees may be coming down the line) Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Monticello’s old and malfunctioning stormwater system is another issue that city officials will likely have to face sooner rather…
If you see something, say something
Monticello Police Dept. Contributor It has been brought to our attention individuals have been seen around the city limits potentially checking door handles trying to steal items out of vehicles. Please remove…
County renews contract for legal services
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Commission recently voted to extend the contract of its county attorney for another year, inclusive of a three-percent cost of living increase. This means…
Celebrating Flag Day
Halie Wetherington ECB Publishing, Inc. Flag Day is celebrated annually on June 14 to commemorate the adoption of the flag of the United States, which occurred on June 14, 1777. The Meaning…
To the reporter: Lazaro Aleman
Hello Mr. Aleman, I am responding to your reporting as to what happened at the May 7th, 2024, City Council meeting. My name is Gwenith L. Holton.Parrish. I am the “she” that…
Stand Your Ground Law
I was reading the article written by Lazaro Aleman that the “Stand Your Ground Law” would be changed to run and hide should someone break into your house etc. Ladies I called…
Reader response to “Wine will soon be available in nearly four-gallon bottles,” 17 May, 2024
Dear Editor: I read Mr. Aleman’s article with interest, glad to see Florida finally catching up with other states’ approach to retail sales in the alcoholic beverage market. However, what gave me…
Residents of the City of Monticello
The City of Monticello has an opening for our City Clerk. Because of unusual circumstances, we are in a position of appointing a City Clerk to finish out the 3½ year term…