Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Woman’s Clubs, also called Women’s Clubs, have played a pivotal role in communities throughout history. Through the clubs, women can meet and advocate for their communities in…
Starling Musings announces February Art Contest
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Last October, the Starling Musings Art Gallery extended a call for local artists who were interested in participating in a spooky-themed art competition, with a special cash…
Bailey Kate and Lil Bit earn Blue Ribbon in Showmanship at the North Florida Fair
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. This November marked a big milestone for 10-year-old Monticello 4-H member, Bailey Kate Bridges, and her 9-month-old beef heifer, Lil Bit. On Nov. 16 and 17, the…
Celebrating the winter sun
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. With winter solstice nearly two weeks behind us, we can really begin to sense the gradual lengthening of days. Our coldest weather still lies in the weeks…
Fatal wreck leaves one dead, one injured, seven unharmed
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On the morning of Thursday, Dec. 26, at approximately 6 a.m., Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) was alerted to a crash involving a van on Boston Highway and…
County updates rules to housing assistance program
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Local officials recently approved several changes to the local housing advisory plan (LHAP), a document that must be updated every three years per the State Housing Initiative…
City invests $300,000 to upgrade U.S. 19 sewer transmission line
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Monticello officials recently entered an agreement with Mittauer and Associates Inc., Consultant Engineers, for the design phase of the upgrade of the sanitary sewer system along the…
Proposed bill would allow the open carry of firearms
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. As happens every year, legislators have already begun filing bills for the coming legislative session, even though it’s not set to begin until March 4, 2025. One…
New spirit of cooperation evident between county and school district
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A new spirit of cooperation seems to be animating the relationship between the Jefferson County Commission and the school board. The two governing boards recently signed a…
Ponderings…Carrots and Celery
I’ve always liked celery. The snap and watery crunch of it raw, the zippy flavor it offers when added to soups and stews. I enjoy it alone or paired with peanut butter…
Congratulations to Monty Morgan
Twenty years ago, when my wife and I moved to Jefferson County, it was obvious that this was a very special place. What we originally thought of as an interim stop in…
Post 49 sends care packages to Guam
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Otto M. Walker American Legion Post 49 mailed 12 care packages during the Christmas holidays from Monticello to Guam, where a member of their post, Air…
Car Show proceeds presented to Lions Club
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello CarQuest Customer Appreciation Day and Car Show on Nov. 2, 2024, drew entries for 80 vehicles. A steady crowd came out on the sunny fall…
What a year to watch the sky
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Last year was full of significant astronomical events, and for those who enjoyed looking skyward in 2024, there will be plenty to enjoy in 2025. One of…
College students from Monticello make the merit lists
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Three students from Monticello who are now attending college have made the fall 2024 merit lists at the higher education institutions they are attending. Maresha Barrington of…
Robotics team headed for regionals
Tammy Brookins Contributor A local team of young engineers have won first place at a local robotics competition in Crestview, Fla., and are going to the regional tournament. Seven local students won…
Westward Road to give free concert Jan. 5
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Christian music group Westward Road is making a local stop on its City of Light Tour, bringing its unique blend of gospel and modern worship music…
The Twelfth day of Christmas
We are in the midst of the 12 days of Christmas, the 12 days between Christmas and Jan. 6. According to the song, on the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love…
Does God tire of our constant repenting?
Is there a sin that keeps harassing you – the one you thought you’d conquered, only to find it creeping back? At first, only occasionally, but now, much more often. Should you…
Free health clinic on Jan. 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…