Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. With the winning word “professional,” fourth grade Jefferson Somerset student Reign Carillo navigated four syllables, two schwa vowel sounds, double letters in the middle and a tricky…
Why As A Christian I Oppose the Federal Pray Safe Act
I read recently about yet another federal proposal, this one originating via a republican in the U.S. Senate as S2123, known as the “Pray Safe” act. It came about after a foreign…
We must continue fight to protect public’s right to maintain a vigilant eye on their elected officials
Written and submitted by Dominic M. Calabro and Former U.S. Sen. George LeMieux The cornerstone of our constitutional democratic republic is protecting citizens’ right to full and public notice when their elected…
Barbara Ann Hendricks
Barbara Ann Hendricks, age 85, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022, at her home in Cairo, Ga., surrounded by her family. Services for Mrs. Hendricks will be…
Aucilla Research Institute, Inc. 501(c)(3) non-profit, awarded National Park Service Grant Awards, February 2022
Aucilla Research Institute Contributor The Aucilla Research Institute has been recently awarded two 2020 Hurricane Michael relief grants, subgrants of the Department of the Interior National Park Service, to be administered by…
God and The Big Game
The Super Bowl is the annual championship game between the champions of the National and American Football Leagues, recognized as the second-largest day for U.S. food consumption (after Thanksgiving Day), and one…
Public health officials urge Floridians to keep blood pressure in check
Betsy Rykard leila.rykard@flhealth.gov Each year, the Florida Department of Health recognizes February as Heart Month, a time to increase heart disease awareness and promote prevention and treatment at home and in the…
Homeschool Robotics Team to compete in Regional Championship!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. There’s been big news for the Homeschooler’s Association Robotics Team this month, and this group of dedicated youths have been busy! “I am super proud to announce…
Sweet treats at your local library
In light of the season of love, the Jefferson County Public Library will be hosting a Hot Cocoa Bar on Tuesday, Feb. 15 from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. in their conference…
Local control starts NOW! Jefferson County School District released from financial oversight
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County School District was released from emergency financial oversight by the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) on Wednesday, Feb. 9, effective immediately, per a memo…
Reginald Leon “Reggie” Byrd
Reginald Leon “Reggie” Byrd, 51, Licensed Funeral Director-Embalmer of Tallahassee, Fla., finished his earthly course on Sunday, Feb. 6, 2022. Funeral services will be at 12 noon Thursday, Feb. 10, at Jacob…
Theodosia “Dosia” Blue
Theodosia “Dosia” Blue, 62, of Monticello perished in a house fire on Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 12, at Memorial M.B. Church. Visitation is…
Eldred L. “Wes” Westberry
Eldred Lavaughn “Wes” Westberry, Jr. died peacefully Friday, Jan. 28, 2022, in Palatka, Fla., following a brief illness. He was 79. Born in Valdosta, Ga., on Sept. 22, 1942, Wes was raised…
Mary Lee Gilley
Mary Lee Gilley, 86, of Monticello passed on Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022. Graveside funeral services are at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 12, in Gilley Cemetery. Viewing-visitation is from 4 to 6…
Tuten brings Chamber members up to date on shrimp company prospects
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce meeting on Feb. 1 was packed to overflowing with members and guests eager to hear County Commissioner Chris Tuten speak on…
String quartet performs for Jefferson-Somerset
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson Somerset’s high school students attended a performance of the Amernet String Quartet on Thursday, Jan. 20, as part of The Artist Series of Tallahassee. The Miami-based…
Florida district school superintendents voice concern on key issues impacting education
Florida’s district school superintendents met in Tampa in December during the annual joint conference of the Florida School Boards Association and the Florida Association of District School Superintendents. The superintendents discussed many…
A mystery of history: Can you solve it?
Submitted by Rebekah Sheats History is full of mysteries and unanswered questions. Finding the answers is part of what makes history so interesting and such fun. Take, for example, a mysterious photograph…
So you tested positive: NOW WHAT?
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. This article contains accounts of what individuals sick with COVID-19 used to help themselves while at home sick with COVID and should absolutely not be used…
BREAKING NEWS: Jefferson County School District is released from financial oversight!
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County School District Superintendent Eydie Tricquet was greeted with hugs and flowers when she arrived back at the Jefferson County School District Office on Wednesday morning,…