Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Donato “Donny” Castano of Monticello was killed, and his passenger, Maureen Castano, also of Monticello, was critically injured when the motorcycle they were riding crashed into a…
County returns $50,000 recreation grant
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Local officials recently rescinded a Florida Recreation Development Assistance Grant (FRDAP) Agreement between the county and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), giving up $50,000 in…
Lego Lunatics give stellar performance at state
Carly Peary Conributor Out of more than 700 teams in the entire state of Florida, 56 teams advanced to represent the FIRST® LEGO® League Challenge State Robotics Finals in West Palm Beach,…
April 18 is National Lineman Appreciation Day!
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. This Thursday, April 18, is National Lineman Appreciation Day! Now is the time to extend gratitude to all the hardworking electrical lineworkers across the nation who sacrifice…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Don’t stand too close to the edge
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. I developed a taste for mischief early in life. Thanks in part to my older brothers, who were great teachers, though I needed no instructions for how…
Spa for the Soul focuses on five Rs of healing
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Beth Ann Burns of Connect-3 Ministries invites women in the community to join her for a 12-week course entitled “A Spa for the Soul” on Tuesdays from…
Community Holy Week services get strong response
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Community Holy Week services organized by the Jefferson County Ministerial Association drew more than 100 people a day, with a peak of 130 reported in attendance on…
Chippie doesn’t sing much anymore
Occasionally I come across a story or a parable that to me expresses a great heavenly truth using earthly experiences in a way that I can totally relate to. I have in…
When we revel in our “enemy’s” downfall
“I’m here today to apologize for the personal mistakes I’ve made and the embarrassment I’ve caused my family and community … I’m announcing my resignation from Congress …” We’ve heard far too many…
Summer Camp & VBS Directory
To add a camp to this directory, contact reporter1@ecbpublishing.com Farm Day Camp Redemptive Love Farm & Rescue Ages 6 – 12 years May 28 – 31 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Activities:…
JAG Student Show to be updated next weekend
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The premier of the April Student Show was held on time, aligning with the timing of Monticello’s regular Second Saturday and this month’s occurrence of Flea Across…
Flea Across Florida provides treasures galore
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On the weekend of April 12-13, the State of Florida collectively participated in a coast-to-coast sale event, known as Flea Across Florida. Despite the name, the event…
Don’t miss out on senior discounts!
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. It is a well-known fact that many businesses provide discounted prices for children and students. We may forget, however, that they also offer discounts for seniors, which…
Photo Ark to include NFWC’s Cleo and Sèze
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. World-renowned National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore came to Jefferson County on Wednesday, March 20, to capture the images of two birds who live at the North Florida…
Health department now offers 24/7 food locker
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. With the snip of a celebratory red ribbon on Thursday morning, March 21, the Florida Department of Health – Jefferson and Second Harvest of the Big Bend…
Light it up Blue: Awareness on the Spectrum
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Starting on April 2, the world turned blue in honor of World Autism Awareness. Both children and adults with autism are especially susceptible to mood changes due…
Duke to cut rates again in June
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Florida Duke Energy customers can expect soon to see decreases in their electric energy bills, making for the second such reduction this year. The company announced the…
Hosford appointed to statewide group
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Commissioner Austin Hosford has a new responsibility. Governor Ron DeSantis recently appointed him to the CareerSource Florida Board of Directors as a business representative. County Manager Shannon…
Girls of Royalty conducts effective communication workshop
Mary Madison Contributor Communication is the essence of life. It’s the key that moves every portion of our existence. Most important, effective communication is a beautiful lifetime gift that keeps on giving…
Garden Club invites all to annual meeting
Leonia Maresch Contributor The Garden Club of Monticello will hold its annual meeting on Monday, April 15, at 11 a.m. at the Christ Episcopal Church Hall, located at 425 N. Cherry St….