Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. By first grade, I was ready to enter the business world. My neighborhood friend was always good for teaching me something, especially early presidential history. This was…
Greater Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church to celebrate Homecoming Nov. 5
Submitted Greater Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church located at 690 Cypress St. in Monticello will celebrate our Annual Homecoming service, Sunday Nov. 5, 2023, at 11: a.m. The Rev. Dr. Annie Byrd-Farlin will…
ACA Science Fair celebrates excellence
Submitted by Aucilla Christian Academy Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) celebrated the spirit of scientific inquiry and innovation at the annual Science Fair held on Thursday, Oct. 19. Students from the school…
Jefferson County Commissioner Stephen Walker killed in wreck
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Sunday, Oct. 29, just before 5 p.m., Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) responded to a wreck in Wakulla County involving two vehicles. FHP was assisted at the…
Tant, Simon and Shoaf hold Legislative Delegation meeting
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County’s delegation in the Florida Legislature includes House District 9 Representative Allison Tant, House District 7 Representative Jason Shoaf and Florida Senate District 3 Senator Corey…
Tiger Night features multiple celebrations
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County K-12 School (JCS) held Tiger Night on Tuesday, Oct. 17, with multiple goals in mind. It was standing room only in the cafeteria, which had…
Business Summit scheduled
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce invites local individuals, businesses and entrepreneurs to attend a Business Summit on Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m….
Second Harvest speaks at Chamber about their role in disaster relief
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. At the Oct. 3 luncheon of the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, Second Harvest of the Big Bend presented an update and look-ahead at things to come…
Fall festival fun this weekend!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, then you’re in luck! There is a Fall Festival taking place this Sunday, Oct. 29 from 2-5…
Bethel AME service to feature Women’s Missionary Society
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. During a 5th Sunday Worship Service at 10 a.m. on Oct. 29, Bethel A.M.E. Church will feature its Women’s Missionary Society, under the direction of its president,…
Youth Explosion rally is Nov. 4
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The public is invited to a Youth Explosion rally for empowering and informing youth from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4. The free event…
Girls of Royalty holds coronation
Mary Madison Contributor The Girls of Royalty, Inc. (GOR), a mentoring organization, extends sincere appreciation to those who made the GOR first coronation a huge success on Saturday, Oct. 14, at the…
Teacher Spotlight: Sandra Greer
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The art of teaching is one that is arguably the most important in the world. When we are very young, we rely on our parents or guardians…
ACA Celebrates Senior Night at PINK OUT Game
Submitted by Aucilla Christian Academy On Friday, Oct. 20, Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) celebrated Senior Night at Warrior Memorial Field during the thrilling PINK OUT game against Bell. This heartfelt event recognized…
“We are surrounded by history”
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The city of Monticello is very fortunate to be home to many beautiful and important historic buildings. Many of these buildings are well-preserved, fine examples that demonstrate…
Fall Festival at Jefferson Arts
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Mark your calendars, Monticello! The Jefferson Arts Gallery will be hosting their Annual Fine Art and Crafts Festival on Saturday, Oct. 28. from 9 a.m. until 4…
House fire destroys home
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Thursday, Oct. 19, at approximately 3 a.m., Jefferson County Fire Rescue was dispatched to a residence at 25 New Bethel Cemetery Road in response to a…
FEMA extends application deadline
FEMA Contributor Florida homeowners and renters in 18 counties who had uninsured losses caused by Hurricane Idalia have until Nov. 29, 2023, to apply for Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) disaster assistance….
City Clerk Election is Nov. 7
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. In the 2023 election of City Clerk for the City of Monticello, two candidates have qualified to appear on the ballot: James Griffin and Vivian “Judy” Hall…
Betty and her babies
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Many Monticello animal-lovers have followed Kathy Moody and her foster dog, Betty, along their journey through Betty’s pregnancy and the search for a forever home. For anyone…