Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. Downtown Monticello transformed into a festive Halloween scene on Oct. 23 during “Ghoul’s Night Out,” an evening of late-night shopping, treats and spooky fun for the whole…
How I became a book lover!
Growing up my mother, my sister and even my best friend loved to read books. Much to my mother’s chagrin I was not a book reader. Don’t get me wrong, I read!…
ACA Varsity Golf team finishes a successful season
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. One of Aucilla Christian Academy’s (ACA) Varsity Golf team’s best season in years came to a close with their district match on Monday, Oct. 27, at Quail…
“Pinktober” offered pickleball for a purpose
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Many groups around the county joined in observing Breast Cancer Awareness Month during October with special activities themed with the color pink. The Florida Department of Health…
JCHA holds their annual Harvest Hunt Dinner
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Oct. 18 had a fine evening in store for those attending Jefferson County Historical Association (JCHA)’s Harvest Hunt Dinner, one of the association’s most anticipated annual fundraiser…
Events for Oct. 30-31
OCTOBER 30 (Thursday) Second Harvest offers free food distribution from 10 a.m. to noon at 379 Bethpage Rd. in Wacissa (Bethpage M.B. Church). Story time with read-alouds, activities and crafts for preschoolers…
Chamber and Woman’s Club team up to offer Women in Business luncheon
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with the Monticello Woman’s Club to launch a new networking opportunity for local business owners who are women….
Orange tree tops in the forest are a sign of stress
John McGuire and Kier Klepzig Contributors There has been a recent increase in pine tree deaths reported in a swath extending from Tallahassee, Fla., heading north to Thomasville, Ga., and then east…
JOY seeks toy donations for local youth
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Updated: Nov. 7, 2025 Members of JOY (Jefferson Outreach for Youth) are gearing up for their 16th annual toy drive to provide Christmas gifts for local youngsters….
Free health clinic on Nov. 4
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…
Aucilla Christian alumni of ’93, ’94 and ’95 reconnect after shared loss
Story submitted Alumni from three graduating classes turn grief into gratitude and lasting friendship. What began as a moment of sorrow when a beloved classmate from the Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Class…
This day in history – Oct. 29
1901 President William McKinley’s assassin is executed. On Oct. 29, 1901, President William McKinley’s assassin, Leon Czolgosz, is executed in the electric chair at Auburn Prison in New York. Czolgosz had shot…
Meet Your Neighbor: Sabrina McDonald
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. For nearly 45 years, Sabrina McDonald has called Jefferson County home, embracing its small-town charm and close-knit community. Born in Casper, Fla., she moved here as a…
Remembering Prohibition: When America went dry
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. On Oct. 28, 1919, the United States Congress passed the Volstead Act, setting into motion one of the most dramatic and controversial chapters in American history, Prohibition….
Pet Adoption Spotlight: Bo
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. Meet Bo, an 8-year-old tabby cat with a gentle soul and a heart full of love. Though he may be a little shy at first, once he…
Fun Halloween crafts for kids
Metro Media Halloween is an enjoyable holiday for all, but particularly for children. Kids enjoy the opportunity to channel their whimsy and imagination, whether that involves choosing a clever costume or helping…
JCS celebrates Homecoming 2025!
Laura Young and Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Homecoming Week 2025 was a special time for the Tiger roar for Jefferson County Schools (JCS), with lots of opportunities for its football team,…
Slew of bills take aim at property taxes
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A slew of tax-relief measures have thus far been filed in the Florida Legislature for the 2026 session, all of them aiming to reduce or eliminate property…
“Night of the Living Dead: Live” continues this Halloween weekend
Local actors bring cult classic to the historic Monticello Opera House Johnathan A. Cooks Contributor This Halloween weekend, prepare for a frightfully fun finale as “Night of the Living Dead: Live” shambles…
Warriors whip Spartans
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors finished their regular season in impressive fashion with a 33-0 shut out of the Spartans of Scintilla Charter Academy, in Valdosta,…