Lina Nissley ECB Publishing, Inc. Monticello is a town known for its many important historical locations. One building in particular is the structure that currently houses the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce….
The lost art of Civil War Photography
Lina Nissley ECB Publishing, Inc. Fritz Kirsch is a former middle school language arts teacher and period collodion process photographer who is known for his photography at Civil War reenactments. At times,…
Simpson Nurseries: 118-year-old nursery continues to grow
Lina Nissley ECB Publishing, Inc. Florida’s oldest nursery, Simpson Nurseries, was started in 1902 as a family business and later became known as the largest watermelon seed and pecan tree producer in…
Three locals named to Valdosta State University’s Spring Dean’s List
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. In June, the Valdosta State University (VSU) faculty announced that more than 2,000 distinguished students from the school were earning a spot of recognition on the university’s…
Local officials seek COVID-19 funding
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County officials have decided to seek some of the federal funding that is available to counties that have incurred expenses or lost revenues as a result…
Independence Day closures
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. This year, Independence Day (July 4) falls on a Saturday. In preparation for the holiday weekend, several county and city offices will be closed on Friday, July…
When truth hurts
Several years ago I was preaching in a church where I always knew when a certain member was bothered by my Sunday sermon. I knew she was bothered because I got a…
From the Pulpit…
Call me optimistic Call me optimistic, but I still believe in the USA. I still believe in one nation under God. In God I still trust. I believe our founding leaders trusted…
CRIME BEAT: Recent felony arrests
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Bradley Briggs – June 9 Bradley Shane Briggs, a fugitive from the law, was arrested by an officer with the Monticello Police Department (MPD) on Tuesday, June…
Giving through volunteering: North Florida Wildlife Center
Lina Nissley ECB Publishing, Inc. “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away” – William Shakespeare To volunteer, or “give away your…
Jefferson, NextEra come together
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Faced with the choice of proceeding to litigation or receiving $3.3 million in direct and service contributions from NextEra Energy – the parent company of Gulf Power…
FDOT promises in-person meeting here on toll road
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. City Councilwoman Julie Conley recently pressed a representative of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) on the status of the in-person meetings that the agency was supposed…
I’m confused
I can’t keep up. I just can’t. I’m exhausted trying to figure out what we’re all supposed to do, believe, and be offended and outraged by next. Two months ago, First Responders…
From the Sunny Side: Nature shows
I have always liked nature shows on television. Somehow listening to Richard Attenborough tell me about elephants on the Serengeti plains makes me feel more intelligent. It must be the British dialect….
Martha Elizabeth Griffin Ritter
Martha Elizabeth Griffin Ritter, a lifelong resident of Monticello, Fla., Martha Elizabeth Griffin Ritter passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, in Tallahassee, Fla., while surrounded by her family. Martha was…
Regina Lanae Russell Williams
Regina Lanae Russell Williams, 54, of Monticello, Fla., finished her course on Thursday, June 18, 2020. Born in Wichita, Kan., Regina grew up in Germany and Panama City, Fla. She worked as…
Happy 105th Birthday!
Birthday: June 28, 2020 Happy 105th Birthday to our Beloved Mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, aunt, cousin, and faithful Christian Friend, Mother Ellen Scott of Lamont Florida. Mother Scott is the…
On the water and regarding wildlife Chamber’s Junior Leadership Class holds final day of activities
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Every year, the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce sponsors and hosts an opportunity for local youth to develop leadership skills, learn about the career avenues available locally…
Teaching in Wacissa: Naomi Cummings
Lina Nissley ECB Publishing, Inc. Born and raised in Jefferson County, 87-year-old Naomi Cummings has supported her community as a teacher for over 40 years. Cummings had previously taught at Wacissa Elementary…
What is Armistice Day?
Lina Nissley ECB Publishing, Inc. An armistice is an agreement made between two warring parties to cease fighting. While not a complete white flag of peace and the possibility of continuing war…