Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County Animal Control Officer Robbie Slack was a top-three finalist for Florida Animal Control Officer of the Year, a recognition he reports that he is very…
Interpress Studios returns March 9
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Parents: Here’s an opportunity to get a photo made of your child or children, and have the photo appear in the newspaper, at no cost or obligation….
Florida health emergency declared
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. In response to two Floridians testing positive for the COVID-19 (coronavirus) virus, Gov. DeSantis has issued an executive order declaring a public health emergency for the State…
The Miss Watermelon Queen Pageant(s) are planned
Applications are ready The Jefferson County Watermelon Pageant has been planned and the date set – – – SUNDAY, JUNE 7! This year, the pageant committee announces some exciting new changes to…
American Legion and Auxiliary to hold fish fry on March 14
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. The American Legion Post 49 and Auxiliary Unit will hold their annual Mullet Fish Fry fundraiser on Saturday, March 14, from 12 to 2 p.m. at the…
Diamonds and Denim: family dance scheduled for March 7
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Families who are looking for a fun and memorable night out will not want to miss the Diamonds and Denim Spring Fling Dance! The dance, put on…
John David “Dave” Parramore
Mr. John David “Dave” Parramore, age 70, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020, in Tallahassee, Fla., due to complications following lung cancer. Mr. Parramore was born on November 19, 1949, in…
Clothed With Joy gives away 75 pair of shoes to local youth
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. Clothed With Joy held a “Free Shoe Day” on Saturday, Feb. 22 at its facility located in the Adult Education building at the old Jefferson County High…
Elementary students “Lift Every Voice and Sing” for Black History Month
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. “A change is brought about because ordinary people do extraordinary things.” – Barack Obama In recognition of Black History Month, the elementary students at Jefferson Somerset presented…
From the Pulpit…
Created in God’s Image The Bible opens with God creating the world and humans taking a special place in God’s creation. In Genesis 1:26, we read: “Then God said, ‘Let us make…
“Breakfast for Dinner” fundraiser well-received
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. The Youth Ministry at First United Methodist Church held a “Breakfast for Dinner” fundraiser on Wednesday, Feb. 12. The evening meal was very well-received by the church…
Pastor columnists needed for Monticello News
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Are you a local pastor? ECB Publishing, Inc. is looking for more columns from the pulpit to be published weekly in our Wednesday publication, the Monticello News….
Were there really any black cowboys?
Gene Hall Contributer Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. (John 8:32). “Quentin Tarantino’s Oscar winning Western, Django Unchained, is one of relatively few Hollywood films…
American Legion and Auxiliary to hold fish fry on March 14
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. The American Legion Post 49 and Auxiliary Unit will hold their annual Mullet Fish Fry fundraiser on Saturday, March 14, from 12 to 2 p.m. at the…
Need a ride? 211 Big Bend offering free rides to Jefferson County residents
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. The 211 Big Bend, a human service information and assistance organization located in the North Florida Big Bend area, recently announced that they will be teaming up…
Two teens break into school property
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Under Florida Statute 985.04, the name, photograph and arrest report of a juvenile offender who commits an felony offense, is charged with a felony violation, or is…
Tis the trimming season
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The section of US 90 between Monticello and the Leon County line that is landscaped with crepe myrtles and other ornamental trees and shrubs is about to…
Better wifi for Jefferson County?
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A Georgia-based company is proposing to bring wireless internet to rural areas of Jefferson County. Representatives of ESE Networks, a high-speed internet provider that calls itself a…
Comedians and rock stars to tour at Wild Adventures this summer
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. Starting on the first week of March, Valdosta, Ga. theme park, Wild Adventures, will reopen for their 2020 season of rides, thrills, animal exhibits and concerts. From…