Carlton McPeak Guest Columnist After identifying the Christ as being the one who has rescued people and transferred them into His kingdom, Paul gives evidence to identify Him. Paul begins by saying…
Proposed legislation again aims at developing rural land
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Two bills newly filed in the Florida Legislature for the coming 2026 session seek to sideline local governments and the public when it comes to growth management…
From prosecutor to circuit judge: Jones Returns to his first courtroom
Paula Wright (Watkins) Chief Deputy Court Administrator Second Judicial Circuit The Second Judicial Circuit is pleased to announce that Judge Jason L. Jones has been assigned to serve as the Circuit Judge…
Read local, support local: Support community journalism
Emerald Greene ECB Publishing, Inc. Local news plays an indispensable role in American civic life as a trusted source of critical information. It is a fact that local newspapers serve a vital…
Headstone dedication honors World War I soldier
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. On behalf of the Cemetery Restoration and Preservation Society of North Florida, Inc., a headstone dedication ceremony was held Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 10 a.m. at New…
Mulch in the forest and in the garden
Jennifer Mason Contributor Throughout this dry fall, I find myself kicking around the woods observing the shrubs and trees that are stressed from this prolonged drought. Many trees didn’t really have much…
Step by step
Rev. Cheryl Cruce Columnist I’m sure it happened like this, though I don’t remember my first steps. Nonetheless, I imagine Mom there, her two fingers tucked safely in my little hands as…
What aging drivers can do to improve their driving skills
Metro Media Motor vehicles have come a long way since the days of the Model T. Safety features in particular have undergone significant enhancements over the last several decades. Improvements in airbags,…
Two arrested in Monticello drug bust
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Contributor On Dec. 12, 2025, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force executed a residential search warrant in the city of Monticello at 200 Florida St. The…
Monticello’s new mural is underway
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Work on Monticello’s latest mural began Monday, Dec. 15. The wildlife mural, which was funded by a grant from T-Mobile, is the work of Jason Tetlack of…
Bob and Jeff’s is now a WIC vendor
Florida Dept. of Health – Jefferson Contributor The Florida Department of Health in Jefferson County (DOH – Jefferson) is pleased to announce that Bob and Jeff’s Neighborhood Market is now approved as…
Don Condon presented with Diocesan Medal of Honor
Story submitted On Nov. 6, 2025, Don Condon of St. Margaret Catholic Church was presented with the Diocesan Medal of Honor for Lifetime Achievement at the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the Founding of the Diocese…
County’s interest earnings exceed half a million in last fiscal year
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Effective cash management strategies employed by the clerk of court’s finance department have resulted in steady earnings throughout Fiscal Year 2024-2025. This was the bottom line of…
County to sell property formerly slated for shrimp-processing company
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. County officials have declared a 10-acre parcel at the industrial park as surplus property, preparatory to selling it to the highest bidder. The 10-acre parcel, located on…
From my mom’s typewriter to my first children’s book
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist I’ve loved writing ever since I watched my mother – an aspiring author – peck away on her Royal manual typewriter. Her example sparked my own passion…
Local author pens children’s books
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. For many years, Mary Martha Santerfeit has worked with the written word. The former Postmaster in Lee, Fla. was also the Assistant Editor of the Mayo…
JCS honors its Teachers and Employee of the Year
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. On Nov. 20, three outstanding faculty members at Jefferson County K-12 Community Partnership School (JCS) were surprised with the honor of being chosen as The Teachers of…
“Peanuts” creator’s path to success paved with rejection
Photo courtesy of Wikipedia The “Peanuts” gang entertained generations of readers for almost 50 years. Their holiday specials continue to be a favorite with viewers today. Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Growing…
Sen. Simon reintroduces Rural Renaissance bill
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Florida Senator Corey Simon has reintroduced legislation for the 2026 session that seeks to provide more support and resources to rural areas in terms of healthcare, improved…
A second wildlife mural to go up on courthouse circle
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. It appears that a mural painting on a downtown building facing the courthouse circle will proceed, despite city planners recommending denial of the design. On Tuesday evening,…