“Do you hear that?” “Hear what?” my husband asked. “It almost sounds like a cat. Like it’s under the house, right below my chair.” “There’s nothing down there. You’re hearing things.” “I…
Earl “Dennis” Poppell
Earl “Dennis” Poppell, 86, of Tallahassee, Fla., passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on Nov. 3 after a six-year battle with dementia. Dennis was born on March 23, 1936,…
Freddie W. Bishop
Freddie W. Bishop, 82, died Nov. 3, 2022. Viewing will be on November 7, 2022, 10 a.m., at Central Baptist Church in Monticello, Fla., then services at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Greenwood…
Beware of the “Sofia Scam”
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. It is something that is going on nationwide, and there have been reports of it happening as near as Madison County. A group of three to six…
Jefferson County K-12 to become a Community Partnership School
Children’s Home Society Contributor Jefferson County K-12 will adopt the innovative Community Partnership Schools™ model this year with partnerships among Children’s Home Society of Florida, Florida A&M University, Florida Department of Health-Jefferson…
Thank you Southern Music Rising
I am really looking forward to being at Blue acHollar’s performance this Saturday at the Opera House at 3:30 pm. They have always been an exciting Bluegrass group and now have recently…
Get involved in Veterans Day Friday, 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…
Willie Pittman Williams
Willie Pittman Williams, 89, aka “Brother” and “Bro Naz,” passed at home on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022. Graveside services are at 11 a.m. on Saturday in Williams Family Cemetery. Viewing-visitation is from…
Pauline Richardson Mosley
Pauline Richardson Mosley, 77, of Monticello, Fla., passed at home on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. on Monday at Bethel AME Church, 501 West Orange Ave., Tallahassee….
Jeanette Katrina Thompson-Washington
Jeanette Katrina Thompson-Washington was born on July 11, 1955, in Jefferson County, Fla., to the late John Henry, Sr., and Aggie Bell Keaton Thompson. Jeanette graduated from the Jefferson County public school…
From the superintendent’s desk
Dear friends, Since day one, I have been committed to providing the best education for Jefferson County students. Education in public schools now includes not just strict academic pursuits but also career…
Locally incarcerated artists paint murals to thank medical staff
Centurion Health Contributor Centurion Health is proud to share two murals painted by Jefferson Correctional Institution (CI) patients in tribute to the Centurion medical staff who supported and treated them during the…
Congratulations to the 2022 Scarecrow Contest Winner!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For the entire month of October, Monticello has come alive with the fun and innovative faces of the finest home-made scarecrows this side of Tallahassee! For the…
Upcoming Veterans Day events!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. In observance of Veterans Day, the American Legion Otto M. Walker Post 49 will be sponsoring The 2022 Veterans Day Parade in honor of our military veterans….
Southern Music Rising Festival is coming to the Opera House!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For those of you who enjoyed the prior performances of the local Southern Music Rising Festivals that have delighted Monticello with their iconic talent and remarkable tunes,…
Rifle Raffle tickets for sale
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For men and women who have put their lives on the line to serve our great nation, adjusting to civilian life can be a huge mental and…
Did you know we have a “rocket scientist” from Jefferson County?
Mary Madison Contributor Did you know we have a “rocket scientist” from Jefferson County? His name is David Knight. He attended the public school and he’s a county graduate. At Howard Middle…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Good to the last drop
While I tolerated milk and juices while growing up, it was Fanta grape soda that stole my heart. It had such a rich grape flavor that blended well with loads of sugar…
Emerging Leaders class tackles real-world projects
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. In the Emerging Leaders class at Jefferson County K-12 (JCS), the students undertake projects that meet existing needs in their school and wider community. Students are put…
JCS cheer squad keeps spirits high
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County K-12 (JCS) is excited to be building its varsity cheerleading squad during the 2022-23 football and basketball seasons. Head Cheer Coach Shelbi McCall says the…