Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. When preparing to face a crisis, every second counts. That is why it is so important that timely and effective emergency alerts reach everyone before the crisis…
Sheats publishes new book: Fifteen Cents and a Pint of Ice Cream: Short Sketches of Jefferson County History
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Monticello author Rebekah Sheats has another book on local history for you to add to your shelf. Her newest publication takes a look at Jefferson County history…
Two more groups seeking school supplies to fill backpacks
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Individuals and groups alike are looking ahead to the next school year with much anticipation and ideas about how to support local students. Three school supply give-aways…
It’s not all sun and games
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. July has a reputation for being the hottest month of the year, with average temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average heat index hitting a blazing…
A change of pace
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Sixty seconds, sixty minutes, twenty-four hours, three hundred sixty-five days, fifty-two weeks, twelve months—we all recognize this as ways we keep time, how we identify our present…
Laura’s Garden Notes
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Many famous folks have had something to say about “too much of a good thing” – from Aesop to Shakespeare, from Mae West to Jerry Garcia and…
Hay! Is your field on fire?
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The world is full of myths and superstition, and these fantastical tales teach us little lessons about life and encourage us to keep out of trouble. If…
Kelly Horne has stellar career
Rick Patrick and Halie Wetherington ECB Publishing, Inc. When looking at record stats for the Troy University Trojans, one name will certainly strike a familiar tone for Jefferson County citizens. Kelly Horne…
Calling all vendors!! Riverbend News’ Blackberry Festival happening July 29
Danny Federico ECB Publishing, Inc. It is with the greatest pleasure that the Riverbend News (sister company to the Monticello News and Jefferson County Journal) announces it has taken over the Blackberry…
Clerk policy again questioned
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Clerk of Court Office is once again facing questions from at least one commissioner over its practice of paying the full health insurance costs for its…
From the Mayor’s office
As Mayor of the great City of Monticello, I am delighted to serve in this capacity and be a blessing to the fine citizens found here in Monticello. There is no other…
Knocking on doors to open futures
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Sunday, July 2, members of the Monticello community gathered in the beautiful Girardeau Villa Porto grounds to enjoy an evening of elegant classical performance. The performance…
The Greaves Award
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For nearly 10 years, a woman named Cindy Greaves served as a shining light of positivity at Community Leadership Academy (CLA) in Tallahassee. Her career began…
City budget shows growth is paying off
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. But for a few minor adjustments still to be made, city officials report being on target to have a balanced budget for the coming fiscal year, one…
No primary for city election
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello News recently reported that the primary for the city clerk race would be held in August. This was incorrect, as there are only two candidates…
Vote by mail laws have changed
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Due to recent election-law changes, Vote By Mail requests now expire after each general election. In order to vote by mail in the 2024 election, you must…
Summer Camp and VBS Directory
Teen Center Youth Summer Camp Jefferson County Youth Council Ages 6-15 Now through July 28 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Field trips every other Friday Cost: $25 for the entire summer…
The cells that speak
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. It is no secret that Monticello is a town steeped in a rich historical background. Even in today’s modern world, we see huge relics that have withstood…
Free tech, science, English and math sessions for NFC students
Submitted by North Florida College Students enrolling in Fall Term 2023 classes at North Florida College (NFC) are invited to get a Jumpstart on the essential skills necessary to succeed in their…