Fauna Mitchell UF/IFAS Extension – Jefferson Calling all 7-12 year olds in Jefferson County! Have you ever tasted a sun-warmed cherry tomato straight from the vine? Would you like to crunch into…
Community invited to Feb. 23 launch of Vote in Honor of a Vet program
Michelle Milligan Jefferson County Supervisor of Elections The Jefferson County Supervisor of Elections Office invites the community to join us for a very special and meaningful occasion: Flagpole/Flag Raising Dedication and Vote…
Commission approves county’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. At the request of Emergency Management Director Kristy Anderson, county officials approved the 2025 Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) on Thursday evening, Feb. 5. “Staff…
Planners recommend denial of large-scale comp plan amendment
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Following a recent lengthy hearing that included a presentation by an applicant seeking a large-scale comprehensive plan change for a sizable property in Lloyd and numerous area…
“Tuesdays with Morrie” is coming to MOH March 13-29
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello Opera House (MOH) is soon to welcome the latest show in its 2025-2026 season, “Tuesdays with Morrie,” to the stage. Guests can view the show…
Tri-County hosts annual Youth Tour in Tallahassee
Kaitlynn Culpepper Contributor Tri-County Electric Cooperative (TCEC) sponsors several juniors from area high schools to attend the Electric Cooperative Youth Tour in Washington, DC each year. The Youth Tour is more than…
ACA alum Tim Connell awarded Georgia Fire Chief of the Year
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Tim Connell, an alum of Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA), recently was awarded Georgia Fire Chief of the Year for 2025. Connell was born and raised in Jefferson…
The 75th annual Watermelon Festival is June 19 and 20
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. As we settle into spring, Jefferson County’s 75th annual Watermelon Festival is only a few short months away. This year’s festival theme will be “Stars, Slices &…
Jefferson DOH offers screenings and resources Feb. 23
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. February is American Heart Month, and the Florida Department of Health in Jefferson County (DOH-Jefferson) is offering resources and free screenings to help you keep a healthy…
Events for February 20-27
FEBRUARY 20 (Friday) A Second Harvest Mobile Food Distribution takes place at Greater Fellowship M. B. Church (690 Cypress St.) from 9 a.m. until food is gone. The Rotary Club meets at…
Planner asks commission to reject her group’s recommendation
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. In an unusual twist, a Jefferson County Planning Commission member is asking the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners to reject the Land Code Development (LDC) revisions…
Farm Bureau establishes disaster relief fund for agriculture
Story Submitted Florida Farm Bureau has created a disaster relief fund that will assist Florida farmers and ranchers who have suffered significant agricultural losses or expenses because of weather-related events and other…
NFC drives economic growth for students, region, state
North Florida College Contributor A new economic impact study confirms what the region has long known: North Florida College (NFC) is a powerful engine for economic growth and prosperity. Conducted by Lightcast,…
City manager updates Chamber on local government activities
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Monticello City Manager Kurt Mackiewicz as the guest speaker for its monthly member luncheon on Tuesday, Feb. 3. The chamber’s…
2026 Florida Run for the Fallen
Florida Run for the Fallen came through Jefferson County on Friday, Feb. 6, stopping at each mile marker to honor military personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty since…
Greater Fellowship to celebrate Mission Anniversary
Story Submitted More than four and a half decades ago, a group of devoted and resolute Christians at Greater Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church ventured out on a mission to extend their mission…
JCS student government shows appreciation to school board members
The Student Government Association (SGA) at Jefferson County K-12 Community Partnership School (JCS) presented Jefferson County School Board members with gifts of appreciation at their Monday, Feb. 9, regular meeting. Pictured, left…
Fair Elections v. Uncertainty, Confusion, Chaos, Anarchy
The U.S. House recently voted 218-213 to pass the SAVE Act to protect American elections for Americans. Every Republican voted for it. Every Democrat but one voted against it. The SAVE act…
Obstacles to opportunities
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will a trouble. But take heart! I have overcome…
Procrastination — and God’s mercies
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist It’s 1 pm on Saturday at my house. I finally turned off the TV and sat down to write this (hopefully) inspiring column. I already feel better…