Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Cafeteria workers at Jefferson K-12 School declared themselves to be on strike as of Tuesday morning, April 2. “We’re on strike as of today,” Cafeteria Manager Mary…
Allie Dollar bound for Americanism essay contest nationals
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) Branch 34 announced the winners in this year’s Americanism Essay Contest on March 22 at American Legion Post 49. Students from five area…
Reams’ trial set for May 6
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The jury trial of Kirk Reams, former Jefferson County clerk of court, is set for early May. In a court order issued on Monday, April 1, Circuit…
Operation Green Light set in April
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. April is the month for Operation Green Light, when clerks of court across the state set certain days and office hours when motorists can have a revoked…
Social media ban for minors signed into law
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Despite initially vetoing a bill to restrict minors’ access to social media platforms, Gov. Ron DeSantis days later signed into law a modified version of the bill…
Energetic Life Association / Energy Enhancement/ EE system
God always brings about a powerful life changing experience for such a time as this. As a member of Monticello’s Energetic Life Center, all I can say is Thank you Lord for…
To the Residents of Jefferson and Madison County
On behalf of the 2024 Jefferson and Madison County Department of Health Chronic Disease Committee, allow me to send our deepest appreciation to those of you who made it out to our…
What about those of us inside the wall?
It seems like all the talk about the bike trail has been focused on bicyclists, economic factors and community concerns. Let’s keep in mind that the proposed trail is not just for…
Foundation to honor Mini-Grant Teacher of the Year
Dr. Glyndell B. Presley Contributor The Jefferson County Educational Foundation (JCEF) will host its 2nd Annual Celebration honoring its Mini-Grant Teacher of the Year on Wednesday, April 17, at 4 p.m. The…
Squirrels, rats, and alligators: A glance at pets of the past
Pets have enjoyed a special place in people’s lives for much of recorded history. From run-of-the-mill to outlandish, animals have formed a large part of Jefferson County’s history as well. Some of…
-Soil health- Tips on transitioning to organic cropping systems
Many farmers who want to transition to organic production must change their practices or adopt new farming strategies in common management areas, regardless of what they produce. These include building and maintaining…
The Good, The Bad and the Ugly: DUNE part two
Christian Peterson ECB Publishing, Inc. “Dune: Part Two” was released on Friday, March 1, to American audiences. The movie was directed by Denis Villeneuve, and the screen play was written by Villeneuve…
Veterans enjoy coffee and conversation with CareerSource
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Local military veterans were treated to free coffee and good conversation with employment specialists at the recent Coffee with a Veteran in Monticello, an event offered by…
Two thousand-year-old tomb still empty
“He is not here; He has risen!” Christian Peterson ECB Publishing, Inc. Last Sunday, March 31, Christians around the world celebrated Easter as they commemorated and rejoiced in the resurrection of Jesus…
Field of local candidates keeps changing
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The field of candidates running for 12 local offices continues to change, with two additions and four withdrawals in recent weeks, leaving at 26 the total number…
Commissioners begin reviewing departments’ budgets and funding requests
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. County officials recently held the first of six proposed budget workshops that they will hold over the coming months in preparation for the formulation of the general…
Solar eclipse is happening April 8
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Although Florida is not in the path of the total solar eclipse that will occur on Monday, April 8, residents statewide will be able to see degrees…
Build a wall
Build a wall. I absolutely agree with Reese Reynolds comments about the proposed multi-use trail along 90. Jefferson county commissioners have been opposed to anything related to safe biking or walking every…
Personal opinions
Even those who are mild-mannered and agreeable have opinions about things. Opinions are great to have because they help us navigate the world around us, and they reflect the things we are…
Meet your neighbor: Jessica Burns
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Jessica Burns! Burns has lived in Monticello for nearly ten years. She was originally born and raised in Texas, in the Dallas area, near a town…