Story Submitted Big Bend Hospice has announced that its Transitions Supportive Care program will be renamed Big Bend Palliative Care, effective June 1, 2026. The name change reflects a strategic effort to…
Joshua Norton: America’s first and only emperor
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. The history of America is full of details of how the nation avoided falling prey to dictators, despots and kings. But, nothing was said of emperors. Seizing…
Letter to the Editor: What is going on with the City?
In preparing to listen to the recent City of Monticello council meeting, I read several years’ audits. I was not surprised to see that the auditors had recommended some changes, but I…
Top ratings for Brynwood
Crystal Goodwin ECB Publishing, Inc. Brynwood Health and Rehabilitation Center has earned two of the highest distinctions a healthcare facility can receive: a deficiency-free survey from the Agency for Health Care Administration…
Committee members sought to improve unsafe roads
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County residents who want certain roadway improvements or who have concerns about unsafe road conditions at certain locations may get a chance to address their issues…
Photo Feature: Cow statue gets a festive facelift
ECB Publishing, Inc. Photo by Hailey Heseltine, April 14, 2026 The cow statue near the Brahman Motel on West Washington Street was recently repainted by artist Joy Green. Just in time for…
Property owner alleges Trulieve polluting creek (Trulieve refutes allegation)
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. By now many in Jefferson County and beyond are probably aware of recent social media posts alleging that the Trulieve medical marijuana facility near Waukeenah is compromising…
Powering the community: Tri-County Electric Linemen share their stories for Lineman Appreciation Week
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. As homes light up, businesses open their doors and communities go about their daily routines, few stop to think about the people making it all possible, During…
It’s not about me
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist I recently came across a story which made me take a new look at my Christian commitment. Clarence Jordan was the founder of the Koinonia Community in…
An inside look at dispatching
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Dispatcher Appreciation Week, which is recognized nationally as National Public Safety Tele-communicator Week, is celebrated every year during the second week of April. This week, we honor…
A quick stop at the I-10 Pecan House
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Since 1969, the I-10 Pecan House has been a staple of the interstate’s Exit 233 in Jefferson County. Originally founded by Waukeenah resident Irma Jean Walker as…
Special program to honor Dorothy Mae Hightower Plummer
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. On Sunday, May 24, St. Phillip A.M.E. Church will be hosting “A Living Legacy of Faith & Service,” a special program to honor Dorothy Mae Hightower Plummer…
Watermelon Festival plans are rolling
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. It’s time for vendors, classic car buffs, parade participants, pageant hopefuls, photo snappers, pickle ball competitors and 5K runners to start things rolling toward the 2026 Watermelon…
Second hurricane forecast also calls for below-average activity
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The second early forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is out, and it pretty much falls into line with the one issued some two weeks ago….
Youth Celebration is April 19
Story Submitted Rev. Diana L. Duhart and the congregation of New Bethel A.M.E. Church invite the community to a Youth Celebration. The special service will take place on Sunday, April 19, at…
Big Bend Transit augments services
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Big Bend Transit (BBT), the organization that provides transportation to the disadvantaged plus runs the Jefferson Express shuttle between Monticello and Tallahassee, recently received additional state funding…
Philadelphia A.M.E. has Friends & Family day on April 19
Eddie Gallon, Jr. Contributor Rev. Addie Holt and the Philadelphia A.M.E. Church family extend an invitation to attend our Annual Family and Friends Day. We are excited and grateful to have as…
Special Olympics Torch Run comes through Jefferson County
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Rapid Response Team and K-9 Team from Jefferson Correctional Institution (JCI) were escorted by members of the Monticello Police Department and Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office on…
In honor of all our volunteers
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist We are surrounded by extraordinary people who quietly and selflessly serve others. They inspire us to pause, reflect and even pray that we might live with the…
How to prevent hot car emergencies
Metro Media Parents often do everything within their means to keep their children safe in and outside of their homes. Throughout the years, child safety seats have helped reduce the risk of…