Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. Local entrepreneur inspires others to dream big in small-town Monticello. For more than two decades, Monticello has been home for a young woman whose drive for connection…
1965 at Howard Academy: What’s the buzz?
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. With roots stretching back well into the 19th century, Howard Academy’s history is close to the hearts of many Monticello locals. When education was difficult to access…
AMF offers $20,000 in scholarships for seniors
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County seniors now have the opportunity to apply for a statewide scholarship offered by the American Muslim Alliance of Florida, Inc. (AMF). A total of $20,000…
Wrapped in gratitude: why we give gifts at Christmas
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. Holiday gifts carry more than ribbons and bows. As the holiday season unfolds, shoppers bustle through crowded stores and scroll endless online lists, searching for the perfect…
Hallelujah Harvest Festival brings food, fellowship and fun to Cody Church
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. The scent of simmering chili and the sound of laughter filled the air Nov. 15-16 as Cody Church hosted its Hallelujah Harvest Festival, a weekend designed to…
From the Sunny Side: Let the music play
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. I have never been one to pay much attention to what others say I should do in terms of when I should begin my annual yuletide celebration….
Senator Rick Scott offers internship opportunities for students interested in politics
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson students looking to explore careers in government and public policy have the chance to gain real world experience through the internship program offered by U.S. Senator…
What does Monticello Market have to offer?
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. From mini cakes and firewood to custom woodwork and raw honey, vendors bring handcrafted wares to Saturday market downtown. The Monticello Market welcomed visitors with a lively…
Avera-Clarke House approved as part of Monticello Historic District
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. After years of effort, the Barbera family’s journey to seal the 1890 Avera-Clarke House’s place in national history is progressing. The Queen Anne style home was constructed…
It’s time for Letters to Santa!
Please read the guidelines above and make sure that you get your letters sent so Santa can read them! For letters to be published in the newspaper, they must be delivered to…
Christmas IQ Test
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist It’s December, and the Christmas season is before us! We’ve heard the stories and sung the carols, but how much of the scriptural Christmas story do we…
Events for Dec. 2-5
DECEMBER 2 (Tuesday) Lego Club meets at 4 p.m. at the library (375 S. Water St.). For more information, call (850) 342-0205. Shepherd’s Hands Free Health Clinic is from 5:30 to 7:30…
Snapphappy Cat Sanctuary provides haven for hundreds of felines in Jefferson County
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. What began as a simple act of compassion has blossomed into Snapphappy Cat Sanctuary, a thriving 15-acre sanctuary in Jefferson County where more than a hundred cats…
ACA alumni basketball tournament planned
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. All former Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warrior basketball players are invited to participate in a “Decades Basketball Tournament” on Saturday, Jan 10, in the ACA gymnasium. The…
Central Baptist claims Church League Tournament Championship
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. Central Baptist Church of Aucilla captured the Madison County Parks and Recreation Church League Tournament title Tuesday night on Nov. 11, defeating New Mt. Zion of Madison…
Monticello to host All-American Christmas Dec. 6
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. Downtown Monticello will sprinkle with lights, music and holiday cheer on Saturday, Dec. 6, as the community gathers for the annual Christmas celebration: this year’s theme is…
Jefferson County remains clear of CWD in deer population
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. With the recent confirmation of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Valdosta, Ga., area hunters have reason for caution as they enjoy deer season this year. So far,…
Planning Commission to hear comp plan amendment for major development
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Planning Commission is scheduled on Tuesday, Dec. 9, to consider a request for a large-scale comprehensive plan amendment in the Lloyd area. The meeting…
December is Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The days grow shorter, temperatures drop and schedules settle into a busy hum. Wintertime isn’t everybody’s cup of tea. It’s fairly ordinary for the stress of the…
Firefighters respond to multiple blazes as fire danger remains high
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County Fire Rescue Chief Derrick Burrus says that rains predicted for this week will likely not be sufficient to lift the ban currently in place on…