Cindy Roe Littlejohn Contributor The Jefferson County Historical Association recently received a grant from the Florida Humanities for their multi-year series “Who We Were,” cohosted by the Aucilla Research Institute. The series…
New exhibits at Starling Musings
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For those who enjoy the arts, Monticello is a smorgasbord of art opportunities. Whether one is looking for artwork to purchase, classes to take or a community…
It’s time to drop toys into JOY boxes
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. As we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, this is a good time to consider those less fortunate in our community. One opportunity to be helpful to others is…
Mary and Sam Madison celebrate 60 years of marriage
Mary Madison Contributor Sam, Sr. and Mary Madison recognized 60 years of marriage on Nov. 5. The couple eloped to Valdosta, Ga., because Mary was underage (20) by Florida law. Sam was…
Jefferson Senior Citizens Center holds Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo by Laura Young, October 20, 2023 Under a gloriously blue sky on Oct. 20, clients, staff and guests of the Jefferson Senior Citizens Center gathered to recognize Breast…
Coping with diabetes distress
Florida Dept. of Health Jefferson County Managing diabetes can be challenging. Sometimes, you may feel overwhelmed. Having diabetes means you must check your blood sugar levels often, make healthy food choices, be…
The Life Source: Choice Food Pantry
Submitted by Joseph Davis, Jr. CEO, The Life Source On Saturday, Oct. 28, the Victorious Church at 1599 Spring Hollow Rd. celebrated the grand opening of the The Life Source (TLS) Choice…
Keep calm and put the kettle on
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. When we built our dream house in 1992, our concept for the yard included not only a vegetable patch but many plantings all around for an “edible…
Farm-City Week highlights partnership
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Each year during the week leading up to Thanksgiving, Farm-City Week is observed. The week is set aside to bring attention to the crucial and beneficial partnerships…
Look for the new Growers Market @ the Circle on Nov. 20
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. A new Growers Market is coming to town. Look for it to be set up in the CowHaus parking lot on Courthouse Circle on Monday, Nov. 20,…
Jefferson County says farewell to County Commissioner Stephen Walker
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, Nov. 3, the community of Jefferson County said a somber farewell to Stephen Walker, a gentle and caring man who was loved, known and cherished…
School Board has new attorney
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. At its Regular Meeting on Monday, Oct. 9, the Jefferson County School Board voted to end its contract with the law firm of Davis, Schnitker, Reeves &…
Get involved in Veterans Day Saturday, Nov. 11
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Veterans Day, originally called Armistice Day, was established at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1919. It marked the first anniversary…
Football playoff brackets announced ACA plays Friday night
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) has released the brackets for the state high school football playoffs. The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys have been…
Applications now open for Monticello Christmas
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Each year, the downtown Monticello area decks its halls and schedules a myriad of merry cheer with Monticello Christmas, and the countdown until this year’s event has…
Ponderings…Risking it all: Part 3
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. This is the third part to my previous column about dear Ali, my feral cat friend that I kidnapped and brought home with me. When I last left…
Ghoulish fun
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Thursday, Oct. 26, the downtown area of Monticello was pumping with ghoulish energy, festive music and spirited costumes. The shops were open late, and many offered…
Congratulations GrannyKat’s winners!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. In mid October, GrannyKat’s Bee Apiary and Learning Center hosted a unique creativity contest. The contest was held in coordination with this year’s Farm Tour, and the…
HOME IMPROVEMENT: De-Gunk your Gutters!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Fall brings with it the enchanting scent of pine needles and distant firewood, the first exhilarating chill of winter, and waves of dancing leaves that fall, crimson…
“What am I going to do with myself” is a dangerous question
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The November gathering of the Monticello Community Prayer Breakfast took place on a chilly Thursday morning, Nov. 2, with Christ Episcopal Church as the host and Pam…