Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The county-wide level of the 4-H Public Speaking Contest was held on Tuesday evening, Dec. 2, hosted by UF/IFAS Extension – Jefferson in the auditorium at Aucilla…
County to enhance 911 system
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County is set to receive additional funding for the continued upgrade of its emergency communication system and its transition into Next Generation 9-1-1 (N911) services….
The fire ban has ended, BUT…
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The fire ban imposed across Jefferson County in mid-November expired at midnight on Wednesday, Dec. 3. Fire Chief Derrick Burrus reported that there was discussion about extending…
Trees of Remembrance are up through Dec. 20
The Big Bend Hospice (BBH) Trees of Remembrance for Jefferson County are up through Dec. 20. Stop by Tupelo’s Bakery & Café (220 W. Washington St.) or Renasant Bank (200 E. Washington…
Laura’s Garden Notes: Staying sharp in the garden
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. This month we’re making the transition from fall into winter, watching the days get shorter and shorter and then begin, almost imperceptibly, to extend again. In these…
Events for December 9-11
DECEMBER 9 (Tuesday) A “Service of Remembrance” will take place at 6 p.m. at St. Margaret Catholic Church (1565 E. Washington St.). For this free, community event, Big Bend Hospice offers a…
A visible peace that inspires hope
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Despite your brokenness, wouldn’t you like to experience the kind of peace that others envy? Wouldn’t you like to feel a peace that defies understanding, no matter…
Meet Your Neighbor: Ayla Madison
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…