Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. I developed a taste for mischief early in life. Thanks in part to my older brothers, who were great teachers, though I needed no instructions for how…
Good News convention is July 5-7
Jehovah’s Witnesses Contributor One of the largest organizers of global conventions will once again draw thousands to Jacksonville, Fla. In a world where bad news endlessly streams on social media, TV and…
City manager’s contract not renewed
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello City Council last week decided not to renew the contract of City Manager Seth Lawless when his three-year contract expires on Sept. 30, leaving the…
Stephen Walker commemorative sign unveiled
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Commission last week unveiled the memorial sign that will be installed in the Wacissa area to honor the late Commissioner Stephen Walker, who was…
Sales tax holidays
Kenzie James ECB Publishing, Inc. The second half of summer is filled with sales tax holidays on different categories of items, starting with the Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday starting on July…
County seeks 3.8M in funding
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. County officials recently approved a resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the state seeking Hurricane Idalia related funds to address several specified hazard mitigation projects…
A Universal Primary Contest ensures all voters have a voice
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County has a history of strong voter participation, and every registered voter has something to vote for during the upcoming August 2024 Primary Election, regardless of…
A “Mr. Rick” day – I promise I really was working
Since the Good Lord above, in His infinite wisdom, saw to it that the universe would be better off if I never had any kids of my own, I have experienced great…
Convention of States
Our recent Watermelon Festival featured a Convention of States booth on Dogwood Street behind the First Bank. Convention of States? What’s that? It is a way to peacefully improve life in America….
Celebrating community commitment this 4th of July
As the Postmaster of Monticello, I am writing to express the unwavering commitment of our postal staff to serving our wonderful community. With the 4th of July approaching, a time when we…
Meet Your Neighbor – Rosemary Gray
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Rosemary Gray! Gray was born and raised in Tallahassee, where she lived until just two years ago, when she decided it was time for a change….
Don’t miss out on your chance to see Priscilla!
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Have you met Priscilla, the Aucilla Research Institute (ARI)’s mastodon skeleton? If not, now is your chance! Priscilla is a plaster cast of a real mastodon, about…
Donations sought for school supplies giveaway
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Even as summer blazes along, the community is already gearing up for the start of school in August. United Force of Jefferson County, Inc. has begun collecting…
Tri-County OGC Assemblies conduct Golden Doves Tea
Mary Madison Contributor Three Order of Golden Circle (OGC) Assemblies – Carrie White Boone (Monticello, Fla.), O. J. Chestnut (Tallahassee, Fla.) and D. J. Morgan (Quincy) – assembled in the Fellowship Hall…
The surprising origin of the Tour de France
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Historically, newspapers have played a bigger role in cultural development than we may realize. Important literary works, such as short stories and poems, were often published in…
Artist’s block: Keeping stagnation at bay
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. It is common for artists to have ever-changing patterns of productivity; one week they might enjoy constant inspiration – another, none at all. This is normal, and…
Last chance to see The Court Jester in theater is Saturday
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Time is running out to book a chance to see The Court Jester on the Monticello Opera House stage! The production will take place once a day…
Jason Welty named Clerk of the Year
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers (FCCC) association has presented Jason Welty, Jefferson County’s Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller, with its 2023-2024 Clerk of the…
County gets $3.5M from state for repair of private dirt roads
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County residents who live off private dirt roads that have a history of storm flooding may soon be getting some relief. On Thursday, June 6, the…
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