Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors scored early and often in their varsity football game on Friday, Oct. 3, when they went on the road to face…
Cataracts are common and treatment is available
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. As people age, they may begin to have concerns about various physical changes, and one of the most common is often less clear vision. Every concern related…
Pinktober Pickleball Tournament is Oct. 23
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Pickleball players are invited to “play with a purpose” during the Pinktober Pickleball Tournament on Thursday, Oct. 23. The tournament is a breast cancer awareness event sponsored…
Self-advocacy, support and strength: Kathy Panek’s story
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. “Life just smacks you in the face sometimes, and oh Lord, it was one of those times. It’s just impossible to wrap your head around.” Those were…
Today’s Community Calendar Events
OCTOBER 7 (Tuesday) The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce has its monthly member luncheon at noon at First Methodist Church Family Ministry Center (325 W. Walnut St.) in Monticello. Scott Mixon of…
I have wooded property – how do I manage it properly?
Jimmy McQuigg Florida Forest Service – Jefferson Owning wooded property in Jefferson County is a privilege and a responsibility. Whether your goals are wildlife habitat, timber production, recreation or simply preserving a…
Performance audit findings presented to school board
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County School Board heard a presentation on Monday, Sept. 15, from the CPA firm of Law, Redd, Crona & Monroe, P.A. concerning the findings of…
Letter to the Editor
October 6, 2025 Did you know there are angels among us? I was informed last week that one of them is moving form our area to Indiana to live with one of…
Natalie Binder bidding library farewell
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. After 16 years of service with the Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL), and 10 at its helm, Director Natalie Binder is moving on, with Saturday, Oct. 11,…
Free health clinic is Oct. 7
Katie Marshall and Merry Ann Frisby Shepherd’s Hands of Suwannee Valley Do you or does someone you know need medical care? The Shepherd’s Hands free health clinic will be open this month…
Renee Long case set for hearing
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Attorney David Collins has been assigned to represent Lindsey Renee Long, who is scheduled to appear for arraignment before Judge Bobby Plaines on Monday morning, Nov. 3….
Seven Oaks Health and Big Bend Hospice welcome new chief nursing officer
Travia Cromartie Big Bend Hospice Seven Oaks Health, the parent company of Big Bend Hospice, is proud to announce the appointment of Norman Pasley, MBA, MSN, RN, NHA, NE-BC, CRRN, as chief…
Bill aims to term limit county commissioners, school board members
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Among the early bills filed on the House side of the Florida Legislature for the 2026 session seeks to limit the terms of county commissioners and school…
Free medical clinic coming to Madison
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. A free medical clinic is set to provide essential healthcare services to those in need on Saturday, Oct 18, and Sunday, Oct 19. The clinic, organized by…
The Pulpit: God’s patriots
Ted Okolichany Columnist According to Webster, the word “patriot” signifies a person who loves his or her country and is ready to boldly support and defend it. Our God too, wants patriots!…
Breast cancer walk is Oct. 11
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Young Boyz to Men Mentoring Program is holding its 10th Annual Breast Cancer Walk for a Cure on Saturday, Oct. 11, beginning at 10…
What to declutter – and not declutter – in your home
Story Submitted As the seasons change, many people feel the urge to declutter their homes — whether it’s to make space, reduce stress, or prepare for a move. But while tossing out…
Rediscovering our purpose in such a time as this
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Remember how excited you were when you were seven years old and your birthday was only a week away? How you couldn’t wait for your big day?…
Remembering school days of 1947
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc What was it like to go to Monticello High School (MHS) during the 1940s? Turn the pages of the “Jeffecello” 1947 yearbook to get a glimpse of…