Christian Peterson ECB Publishing, Inc. Greg Laurie is a well-known author and pastor in the United States. While he was not born or raised in the faith, he came to know Christ…
SRO Blackmon makes kindness the norm
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. School Resource Officer Jerry Blackmon got a pleasant surprise on Wednesday, Feb. 15. Sonny’s BBQ was on the scene at Jefferson County Schools’ Turning Point campus to…
Enemies from within
In the course of human history, there were periods when a powerful country ruled the world. Eventually, every one of them lost their power to rule, and not necessarily losing a war…
Quilting and Black resistance
Grace McAlister ECB Publishing, Inc. A hanging quilt historically indicated safe houses along the Underground Railroad. The quilts were embedded with a code, and by reading the shapes and motifs sewn into…
Community Baseball Registration will begin soon!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Spring is in the air, and that means the time is coming to sign up to join a community baseball league team! Baseball registration will begin on…
A little-known Black History fact: Jefferson County Extension Agent Miles Edward Groover
Submitted by UF/IFAS Jefferson County Extension Office While we at UF/IFAS strive to strengthen our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and access (IDEA), Black History Month reminds us to reflect on –…
Ceremony to mark 78th anniversary of WWII battle
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A small ceremony is planned this week to mark the 78th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II, to which event the public…
Ambulance donated to EMS Program
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Feb. 16, North Florida College issued a press release acknowledging Jefferson County for a generous donation of an ambulance to their EMS Program. The press release…
Ponderings…Seeds under soil
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. I enjoy gardening. More specifically, I enjoy the hobby of gardening, as I have no interest in a job as a landscaper or in doing someone else’s…
One man’s inspirational trek
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. At an age when most would be content living an easy life sitting on the back porch, watching the sunset with a glass of lemonade, Paul Webb,…
Stay Fit For Duty with first responder peer support
Grace McAlister ECB Publishiing, Inc. “Our first responders are certainly heroes, but they are still human. They are regularly answering calls that impact their safety, sense of humanity and justice and capacity…
Celebrate then take a break, the meaning behind Mardi Gras
Christian Peterson ECB Publishing, Inc. According to the Vatican, there are over one billion Catholics in the world. Due to this, a large portion of the world celebrates two major holidays, Mardi…
Tennis is in full-swing!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Tennis season has officially started for high school athletes. This racket sport is designed to keep players on their toes and focused, and for the tennis teams…
By George, we’re going backwards
Senate Bill 94, or Senate Joint Resolution 244, filed this legislative session would amend our state constitution and return Florida to partisan school board elections. In 1998 Florida voters approved a state…
Black History Month…Businesses and individuals recognized
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. In celebration of Black History Month, the Monticello City Council recently handed proclamations to several African-American individuals and organizations as a way to recognize their contributions to…
Fallen soldiers remembered
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. In just three days time, individuals from local service organizations, runners and volunteers traveled over 170 miles on foot in honor of fallen military service members who…
JCS Coach Spotlight: Taylor Clemens
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For Taylor Clemens, athletics has been an integral part of life ever since she was a high schooler herself. Playing for the Jefferson County High School (JCHS)…
Youth Soccer kicks off
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A masquerade with daddy
Patricia Smith ECB Publishing, Inc. What a precious sight – little girls standing atop their daddy’s feet to dance. On Saturday, Feb. 4, Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) held their traditional Father-Daughter Dance….
The history of Florida Memorial University
Grace McAlister ECB Publishing, Inc. Florida Memorial University (FMU) is a private, historically Black university in Miami Gardens, Fla. It is a member of the United Negro College, which funds scholarships for…