Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. In 1942, an 18-year-old young man from Monticello, Ernest ‘Boots’ Thomas enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. His enlistment followed only six months after the attack…
Wilton Pryor
Wilton Lewis Pryor, 70, of Madison, FL passed on Sunday, August 5, 2018. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Saturday, August 11, at Mt. Zion AME Church, Cherry Lake, with burial in the…
Splashes of fun at the Pastor Marvin Graham Be Out Day
Ashley Hunter, ECB Publishing, Inc. What does a hot summer Friday, bounce houses, laughing kids, and water slides all have in common? They all took place during the Friday, July 27 Pastor…
JEFFERSON SCHOOL BUS ROUTES
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Flies
The summer of 2018 has been a good season for the insect population. There has been plenty to eat and Jefferson County has provided an exceptionally hospitable environment for these six legged…
Election office installs device to thwart cyber attacks
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Supervisor of Election Marty Bishop reported recently that his office was in the process of having cybersecurity measures installed on its voting systems to fortify them against…
Adult day-care facilities – Do we really want them anywhere?
Lazaro Aleman, ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Commission is considering a Land Development Code (LDC) amendment that would allow residential care facilities of up to six residents in all land-use districts…
Schools need a new emphasis on American history
Ask yourself: ‘Could my middle and high school students pass a citizenship test?’ Numerous news reports indicate that elementary, middle, and high schools are giving little attention to the study of American…
Praise for a young man
I was traveling through your county Monday evening, on Highway 59. I saw a bright glowing light on the side of the road. As I approached I noticed there was a truck…
Day Camps Give 4-H Campers Hands-On Experiences
Ashley Hunter, ECB Publishing, Inc. Two 4-H Day Camps, one for campers aged 5-7, and one for campers aged 8-9, were put on by the Jefferson County Extension office this summer for…
John Arrion Arrington
John Arrion Arrington, aged 72, passed peacefully at home in Tallahassee on August 4, 2018. John was born on February 26, 1946 in Port St. Joe, FL. His family lived in Apalachicola…
Is your item being recalled?
Compiled by: John Willoughby Chairs Ross stores are recalling approximately 2,300 bistro chairs. The chair’s frame can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs…
Crime Beat
Kyle Harvey Carter, 28, of Tallahassee, FL; arrested Sunday, July 29; charged with DWLSR with knowledge and refusal to sign criminal citation. Bond set at $1,000. No released date provided. Jerry Michael…
Back to School Tax Free Weekend starts this weekend
Ashley Hunter, ECB Publishing, Inc. Is your child ready for the new school year? Friday, August 3, sets the beginning of Florida’s 2018 Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday, which will continue until Sunday,…
Splish ~N~ Splash Pet Grooming opens with a Chamber Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Debbie Snapp ECB Publishing, Inc. Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the newly opened Splish ~N~ Splash Pet Grooming, on Saturday, July 28. Happy attendees, both…
Emma Jean Howard
Emma Jean Howard, 75, of Monticello transitioned from this life at home on Wednesday, July 25, 2018. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 4 at New Zion M.B. Church,…
A happy ending for a Mastiff named Monticello
Ashley Hunter ECB Publishing, Inc. On Thursday, July 19, Jefferson County Animal Control and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office were involved in securing a large mastiff that was roaming the area of…
Beneficial bats help Florida agriculture
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. They are a common sight, especially in the dusk hours just after sunset. Bats can often be seen circling around as they begin their nocturnal feeding on insects….
Hunter safety course offered in Jefferson County in August
Story Submitted The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering a free hunter safety course in Jefferson County in August. The class will be held on Saturday, Aug. 18, from…
Emerald’s Gem Box…
Integrity Integrity, according to Dictionary.com means, “adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.” What is integrity? It is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles….