Emerald Greene ECB Publishing, Inc. Local news plays a vital role in American civic life as a trusted source of critical information. It is a fact that local newspapers serve a vital…
Thank You
A year ago, the Monticello Rotary Club initiated a program to honor military veterans with close ties to Jefferson County. With the approval of the Jefferson County Commissioners, 36 veterans were recognized…
United Way of the Big Bend extends helping hand
Berneice Cox, President/CEO United Way of the Big Bend Even before the magnitude of Hurricane Idalia was felt in our Big Bend region, United Way of the Big Bend (UWBB) sent out…
Tree of Remembrance honors loved ones and supports Big Bend Hospice
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The holidays often give us special opportunities to cherish family members, friends and those we love. As we use cards, gifts and gatherings to connect during this…
CERT to hold Open House Dec. 14
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The adult and teen volunteers for Jefferson County’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) invite the public to their Open House on Thursday, Dec. 14. The event will…
Nikki Fried makes tour stop in Monticello
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried visited Monticello on Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 14, as her statewide Take Back Florida tour came through the Big Bend. The Community…
Peanut Butter Challenge Gets Results!
Melanie Southerland UF/IFAS Extension Service Jefferson County During the month of October 2023, Jefferson County rallied together and collected 1,335 lbs. of peanut butter for the annual Peanut Butter Challenge! Thank you…
A brief history of early Jefferson County education
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. It is no secret that a good education has an immensely positive impact on youths’ development. As children grow, their knowledge and critical thinking skills must also…
Healthcare Heroes: Tristan Hope
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet one of Jefferson County’s very own healthcare workers, Tristan Hope! Hope is a Monticello native and registered nurse who currently works as the Community Health Nursing…
Feeling tense?
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. It’s the cold, hard truth: As much as we love the holidays, they can be a headache. All the planning, the organizing, the family members, the travel……
Collins argues against state’s request for disqualification
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Attorney David Collins, who is representing former Clerk of Court Kirk Reams against charges of grand theft and organized scheme to defraud, is asking the court to…
School board selects leadership for 2023-24
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. At the annual Reorganizational Meeting on Monday, Nov. 13, the Jefferson County School Board chose its leadership for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The board has a practice…
Part of road may be named after military hero
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Nearly three years after county officials first proposed the idea of naming a section of State Road 59 after Major John Leroy Haynes, a military hero who…
Is Florida’s iconic orange license plate about to change?
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Florida’s standard license plate showing two oranges and a white blossom may become a historical curiosity in the not-too-distant future. The News Service of Florida, at least,…
A Santa for Monticello
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. One of the most beloved figures of our winter holidays is Santa. The legend of Santa can be traced back hundreds of years to St. Nicholas, a…
Monticello Christmas 2023 recap
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Whatever the guy on the weather channel says, it’s probably a good idea to expect the opposite. At least, that’s what vendors at the Monticello Christmas celebration…
Jefferson K-12 announces Teachers of the Year
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, Nov. 17, Jefferson K-12 announced this year’s nominations for the Teacher of the Year award. Armed with a vase of flowers, Principal Jackie Pons, Superintendent…
Christmas IQ Test
The Christmas season is upon us! We’ve heard the stories and sung the carols, but how much of the scriptural Christmas story do we really know? Every year I like to share…
Author of book featuring Christ Episcopal Church to hold signing event Sat., Dec. 9, at 4 p.m.
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Christ Episcopal Church in Monticello is featured in a just-released, 500-page book full of stories and photographs of the oldest surviving wood-frame Episcopal churches in Florida. Spires…
Memorial M.B. to celebrate Ushers Ministry Anniversary
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Each year the congregation of Memorial M.B. Church in Monticello, Fla., celebrates the anniversary of The Ushers Ministry. This year the special service, under the leadership of…