Submitted by U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service National Hunting and Fishing Day, celebrated the fourth Saturday of every September, remains one of the most effective grassroots efforts ever undertaken to promote the outdoor…
Newspapers in Education – Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The…
Clerk of Court Kirk Reams arrested
Jefferson County Clerk of Court Kirk Reams was arrested on Wednesday afternoon (Sept 20) on charges of grand theft and fraud. Reams, as confirmed by his attorney, David Collins, is facing charges…
What is the status of Clerk of Court investigation?
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The alleged financial misdeeds of Clerk of Court Kirk Reams and the ensuing investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) will not lie dormant. The…
Revised special exception ordinance set for public hearing today, Sept. 20
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. With weeks remaining until the moratorium on special exceptions expires, the Jefferson County Commission is readying to adopt a newly revised ordinance that is intended to better…
How to appeal a “no” from FEMA
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Representatives of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are in Jefferson County until further notice to help residents get assistance with problems caused by Hurricane Idalia. The…
Ponderings…Leave out the nonsense
I’ve always liked hurricanes (Although, I am mindful of typing those words as Lee reaches Cat. 5 in the Atlantic). Mainly, I like how they return us to our default settings, so…
Fostering for four or more
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For those in Monticello who participate in animal rescue, the story of Betty the bulldog is certainly one to warm the heart. Betty is the newest foster…
Have-A-Heart Fall BBQ and Fundraiser event
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Triple R Horse Rescue will be hosting a fall fundraiser, called Have-A-Heart Fall BBQ and Fundraiser, on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. This event…
Local Restaurant reaches out in the wake of Idalia
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Saturday evening, Sept. 2, the parking lot of The Social was abuzz with activity as local restaurant owners, Erin and Sam Gonzalez, hosted a hurricane relief…
CCBG gives wildlife center $1,000
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The North Florida Wildlife Center (NFWC) in Lamont, Fla., received a $1,000 donation this summer from the Capital City Bank Group (CCBG) Foundation. NFWC’s mission is wildlife…
Warriors demote Generals
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, Sept. 15, the Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors traveled to Valdosta, Ga., to face the Generals of Georgia Christian School. The Warriors racked up nearly…
Simply this: Love God and love your neighbor
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello Community Prayer Breakfast has begun its 30th year as an interdenominational gathering. Area churches began taking turns opening their fellowship hall doors for the monthly…
Library is FEMA/SBA help center
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Hurricane Idalia has come and gone, but many Jefferson County residents are continuing to deal with the damage the storm left in its wake. Those who need…
Trees still pose a threat
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. According to information provided by Tri-County Electric Cooperative (TCEC), which services Madison, Jefferson, Taylor and parts of Dixie counties, there are still damaged trees around that continue…
After Idalia: Robinson family cooks up a storm
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. While designated public service entities like the Sheriff’s Office, Monticello Police Department, The American Red Cross, Second Harvest of the Big Bend, FEMA and the National Guard…
New Exhibit at the Jefferson Arts Gallery
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Saturday, Sept. 9, the Jefferson Arts Gallery (JAG) opened up their gallery for the official opening of their September Art Show. This month’s show features a…
The 1935 Labor Day Hurricane still holds the record for devastating strength
Adyson Hammock ECB Publishing, Inc. Although Hurricane Idalia recently made its way through Florida, causing mass disruption and panic among residents, this definitely wasn’t the most destructive hurricane to ever hit the…
The NEW Front Porch has arrived
Emerald Greene ECB Publishing, Inc. It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the September/October 2023 issue of The Front Porch! The new issue has been mailed out and…
City, county officials pleased with hurricane response
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. City and county officials alike last week took time to recognize the men, women, and children who, from either a sense of duty or empathy, stepped forward…