I am writing in response to Mr. Adams’ claim that “Every Democratic president since then (Clinton, Obama, Biden to date) has reduced the annual debt during their term in office.” This statement…
Tell the truth
Referring to a letter written by Jay Adams on Friday, July 29th. A number of years ago, I wrote a letter talking about the Bible’s predictions of the end times. It was simple,…
LifeSong reunion concert set for August 20 in Madison
Submitted by Bryant Thigpen Promoter, North Florida Concerts The LifeSong reunion concert is set to take place in Madison on Saturday, Aug. 20, at New Home Baptist Church at 7 p.m. Admission…
Donating blood is not in vein!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. In the year 1628, an English physician named William Harvey discovered the circulation of blood. Shortly afterward, the earliest known blood transfusion was attempted. This proved to…
Schofill is runner-up at North & South amateur golf championship
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. ACA graduate and Auburn University golf standout Megan Schofill distinguished herself yet again recently, this time at the 120th North & South Women’s Amateur in North Carolina….
BIG TRUCKIN’ TROUBLE
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Speculation and awe grew throughout the community on the morning of Thursday, Aug. 4, as an enormous tanker made its way painstakingly around the courthouse circle. Members…
Local Forums informed voters
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Early voting for the 2022 Florida Primary began in Jefferson County on Monday, Aug. 8, and citizens have already had a number of opportunities to meet candidates…
Featured Photo
World War II Veteran George Pittman Sr. recently celebrated his 96th birthday at the Jefferson County Recreation Park. Pictured, left to right are: Jeannie Harley, Mary Hadley, Charles Hadley, George W. Pittman…
Commissioner Gene Hall to host a Town Hall meeting
Commissioner Gene Hall to host a Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 6 p.m. located at Jefferson County Library to discuss the different grant programs for renovating and replacing…
Celebration of life for Thomas Sutton Wimberly
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For the many people in the Monticello and neighboring communities, the news of the passing of Thomas Sutton Wimberly was a heavy weight to bear. Affectionately known…
Thomas Waring “Tommy” Drawdy Jr
Thomas Waring “Tommy” Drawdy, Jr., 76, passed away peacefully on Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, in Tallahassee, Fla., surrounded by his two children and daughter-in-law. Tommy, “TD”, was born in Madison, Fla., on…
Eagle Project to benefit Saint Margaret’s Catholic Church
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Julian Morthier is a 16-year-old member of Tallahassee Troop 118 of the Boy Scouts of America, and has been a member since he was in the third…
BACK TO SCHOOL: Refill your backpack with school supplies
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. On Saturday, Aug. 13, United Force of Jefferson County will be hosting its 2nd Annual Back-to-School Refill Your Backpacks Community Event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m….
Econfina Timberlands vs Jefferson County
Federal Judge rules against county Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A federal judge last week ordered Jefferson County officials to revisit their denial of the application of a developer wanting to put…
Shrimp company continues plans to locate here
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. If you’ve been wondering what’s been happening since the Texas-based aqua-tech company, NaturalShrimp, Inc., announced its plan to locate a facility here back in April, things appear…
4-H Wildlife Day Camp engages 60 kids in environmental education
Submitted by John Lilly, Director UF/IFAS Jefferson County Extension Service Sixty campers between the ages of 10 and 15 from Jefferson and Leon counties attended the 4-H Wildlife and Recreation Day Camp…
Vendors wanted for local art festival!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Whether you know them as festivals, art shows, craft shows or fairs, there is something to be said about a local vendor event. Festivals bring a sense…
Meet-and-greet for new ag agent includes free BBQ
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The community is invited to meet Jefferson County’s new Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent, De’Anthony Price, at a Meet & Greet Dinner on Monday, Aug. 15. The…
County raises rates for commercial trash pick-up
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Solid Waste Department will soon implement higher rates for its pickup of garbage from commercial establishments that deposit their trash in large rented containers…
County health insurance costs questioned
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Sheriff Mac McNeill spearheaded recent legislation that resulted in higher salaries for deputies and correctional officers (Cos) in Florida’s 29 fiscally constrained counties, including Jefferson. Now he’s…