Lynette Veit, ECB Publishing, Inc. Audrey Smith of the United Way of the Big Bend (Jefferson, Madison and Taylor counties) visited the Monticello Rotary Club to talk about the United Way and…
Don’t answer “yes.”
Lynette Veit, ECB Publishing There’s another phone scam making the rounds, using the number (850) 997-1049. The Caller ID says “Tractor Supply,” but this is NOT Tractor Supply’s number, nor is it…
From the Pulpit…
Growing Older When I was young, I made faces in the mirror. Now that I’m older, the mirror’s getting even. I heard people my age should start thinking about the hereafter. I…
Reams found not guilty
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing Clerk of Court Kirk Reams had his day in court this week and he prevailed. After 20 minutes of deliberations on Thursday afternoon, Jan. 11, a six-member jury…
Florida Rings In 2018 Session
Laz Aleman, ECB Publishing, Inc. With the 2018 legislative session underway as of Tuesday, Jan. 9, Florida lawmakers have a herculean task ahead in the next 60 days, involving the approval of…
Clerk of Court trial started Thursday morning
Lazaro Aleman, ECB Publishing, Inc. The trial of suspended Clerk of Court Kirk Reams began at 9 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 11. It took the better part of Wednesday for prospective jurors to…
Local artist Penny Hackett paints her life story
Debbie Snapp, ECB Publishing, Inc. Penny Stiff Hackett is a local artist with a fine arts degree from Norfolk State University in Virginia. She became a member of Jefferson Art Gallery shortly…
Electives broaden horizons at Jefferson Somerset
Submitted by Kathy Belcher As Jefferson-Somerset works to build a new foundation for the future of Jefferson County Schools, no stone is left unturned. Some might overlook the inclusion of elective courses,…
“Amazing Animals” comes to North Florida
Story Submitted Amazing Animals is now conducting fun, educational and interactive programs in schools, libraries, camps, special events, zoos, fund raisers, birthday parties, nature centers, plant nurseries, resorts and more in North…
Boots VA clinic hopeful
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc The Jefferson County Commission last week adopted a resolution supporting a bill introduced by Florida’s two US senators to rename the Veterans Affairs Health Care Center on…
New award named for long-time hero
Lynette Veit, ECB Publishing, Inc. An even higher honor than receiving an award, is having an award created and named after you. Beginning in 2018, the Florida Intelligence Unit (FIU) will choose,…
Letter to the Editor
My very first visit to the County Commission was 7 years ago on January 4, 2011. One of the topics being discussed was the historic “A” school building. My very first letter…
Crime Beat
Mitchell Lamar Eure, 25, of Monticello, FL; arrested Wednesday, Jan. 3; charged on bond revocation for felony battery, armed burglary of an occupied dwelling, armed burglary of a conveyance, possession of firearm/concealed…
Florida Superintendents Do Not Support Constitution Revision Commission Proposal 33
Story submitted On behalf of Florida superintendents, the Florida Association of District School Superintendents (FADSS) issues the following statement in advance of tomorrow’s Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) Local Government Committee meeting regarding…
Elizabeth Sarah Ponson Graduates from UGA
Elizabeth Sarah Ponson graduated Friday, Dec. 15, from the University of Georgia in Athens. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism, majoring in Advertising and minoring in Fashion Merchandising. She…
From the Pulpit…
Laughter and Tears I believe that humor is common with the faithful, because they know that whatever happens is not the last word. In the trusting man, woman, youth, or child is…
Clerk of Court trial set
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The trial of Jefferson County Clerk of Court Kirk Reams is set for next week. Jury selection for the trial is scheduled to begin 9 a.m. Wednesday,…
Free fire detectors
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. The American Red Cross ‘sounds the alarm’ by donating free smoke detectors to area fire departments. Hear the Beep! Schedule your FREE smoke alarm installation today! Jefferson…
Yea for CRC!!!!!!!!
We the People of this United States have longed for so long for our elected officials to have Term Limits!!!!!! If one becomes too comfortable then the job performance suffers. I wholeheartedly…
Your wealth of health
Benefits of the cold I don’t know about you, but I do not like the cold. I specifically moved to the south to get away from it. Surprisingly enough, there are several…
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