On Monday, August 5, Hurricane Debby left her mark on our community. Her small—actually large—souvenir for me was a huge tree that blocked the city-owned access road that provided access to my…
Representative Tant has proven herself to be a champion for our district
My name is Jerry Gray, and I am a registered Republican here in Madison County. I feel the need to reach out to my fellow registered voters of both parties. I have…
Ponderings: Weathering storms
One of my dogs’ names is Ollie. Ollie is a great dog; she is eager to please and happy to receive attention. She’ll do just about anything for a treat, and will…
Flea Across Florida is Sept. 13 & 14
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The organizers of Flea Across Florida are encouraging residents and businesses along U.S. Hwy. 90 between Pensacola and Maclenny to “clean out your sheds, garages and closets”…
Chamber’s Annual Dinner is Sept. 26 RSVP by Sept. 18
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce has set a cowboy theme for this year’s annual dinner. The “Boots, Bling and Bowties” event takes place on Thursday evening,…
Warriors defeat Panthers
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, Aug. 30, the Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors delighted the home crowd at Warrior Field with a 33-12 victory over the visiting Panthers of Pataula…
Tigers edge Stingrays
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County High School Tigers picked up their first win of the regular season on Thursday, Aug. 29, when they defeated the visiting Stingrays of Lighthouse…
I can resist everything except temptation
There are times when I can truly relate to the Apostle Paul when he stated in Romans 7, “That which I wouldn’t do, that do I do.” I face temptations every day,…
Is it time to reverse course?
Are you tired of holding your breath, hoping your choices won’t catch up with you, scared someone will find out about your messed up life? When everything feels as if it’s coming…
Community night of worship planned for Sept. 6
Transforming Life Church Contributor The community is invited to a special night of praise and worship at 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6, hosted by Transforming Life Church (TLC). Come and join…
Prepare to meet thy God
In in the Old Testament book of Amos 12, God revealed to his people through Amos all the things he did to show his power and get them to return to him….
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Reams trial: a deeper dive
The verdict is in: The Kirk Reams chronicle Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. With the trial of embattled former Jefferson County Clerk of Courts Kirk Reams resulting in a conviction on the…
Tool Time Sales Tax dates approach
Leah Androski ECB Publishing, Inc. The Florida Department of Revenue would like to announce the Tool Time Sales Tax, which is being held through Sunday, Sept. 1, through Saturday, Sept. 7. Eligible…
School Board pursues comprehensive energy audit
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Aging air handlers, outdated lighting fixtures, missing weather stripping and inefficient usage management are among the reasons that utility bills for Jefferson County Schools (JCS) are a…
Jefferson becomes eligible for FEMA help after Debby – Deadline to apply is Oct. 9
Federal Emergency Management Agency Contributor Homeowners and renters in Jefferson County who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Debby now can apply for disaster assistance from the Federal Emergency Management…
Girls of Royalty take educational excursion
Mary Madison Contributor Girls of Royalty (GOR) is a youth mentoring program for girls ages 5-17, with the vision of equipping girls with tools to build self-confidence, develop positive relationships, make wise…
Meet your neighbor: Nate Grettenberger
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Nate Grettenberger! Grettenberger was born in California and raised mostly in Utah. In his twenties, he decided to move back to California, where he stayed until…
Tigers drop nail-biter
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Tigers held a lead until the final moments of their varsity football game against the Trojans of Hamilton County High School on Friday, Aug….
Behind the iconic image of Monticello
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. When picturing the city of Monticello, the first thing that comes to many people’s minds is the iconic image of the Jefferson County Courthouse. It serves as…
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