Emerald Greene ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Republican Party’s annual Republican Rally brought a full house to the Monticello Opera House on Tuesday evening, April 22, with around 350 people showing…
Sharing memories of Suwannee River Junior College
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Before there was the North Florida College (NFC) we know today, it split in two pieces. Madison was home to both North Florida Junior College (NFJC) and…
2025 Annual Homeschool Seminar
Stephenny Stiles Contributor All over the US, families choose to homeschool for many reasons. But whatever our reasons may be, one thing unites us all, and that’s our love for our children….
Megan Wellman awarded 2025 Fred Wuerffel Scholarship
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) graduate Megan Wellman, daughter of Andrew and Susan Wellman, was recently awarded the 2025 Fred Wuerffel Scholarship. The 500 dollar award is…
Olivia Walton graduates from Berry College
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Monticello native Olivia Walton, a 2021 Aucilla Christian Academy graduate and daughter of Jay and Katrina Walton, recently graduated from Berry College. Walton graduated cum laude…
North Florida College celebrates over 200 graduates during dual Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies
Story Submitted by NFC North Florida College honored 202 graduates during its Spring 2025 Commencement, held on May 9 at Van H. Priest Auditorium. To accommodate the graduating class and their guests,…
From Classroom to Community: NFC Awards Shine Spotlight on Student Success and Service
Story Submitted by NFC North Florida College celebrated the outstanding accomplishments of its students and community partners during the annual Honors Convocation ceremony, held on April 24 at the NFC campus. The…
ACA celebrates their athletes at the 2025 ACA Varsity Athletic Awards
Leah Androski ECB Publishing, Inc. Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) recently celebrated their student athletes with their 2025 ACA Varsity Athletic Awards and the 2025 ACA Sub-Varsity Athletic Awards Banquet. They started off…
Rainbow’s Edge is seeking donations for vet costs
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. One of the most difficult parts of running a non-profit animal rescue is witnessing the cruelty the animals endure. Many animals that enter the rescue systems require…
“Ascension & Regression” exhibit shows at JAG June 4-7
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson Arts Gallery is hosting the exhibit “Ascension & Regression: The Faces of the New Black Middle Class (1890-1930)” from Wednesday, June 4, through Saturday, June 7….
2025 Atlantic hurricane names
Cheltsie Holbrook ECB Publishing, Inc. The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season will officially kick off on Sunday, June 1, and the first name of the storm will be Andrea. Who names the storms…
Upcoming hurricane season predicted to be “above-normal”
Leah Androski ECB Publishing, Inc. With hurricane season rapidly approaching, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an “above-normal” hurricane season. The start date of the Atlantic hurricane season is…
Meet Mockingbird Public Adjusting
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. After spending several years working in both private sector and government in the realm of project management and mediation, Matthew Andress found himself at a crossroads. As…
Hurricane season returns; here’s how to be prepared
Christian Peterson ECB Publishing, Inc. Hurricane Preparedness Week may be one of the most popular in the State of Florida. Celebrated annually in May, the week aims to raise awareness for preparedness…
Hurricane season officially begins: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS RESIDENTS
Before an emergency threatens the state, have a plan in place. People with unique abilties or special needs may face obstacles that require more detalled planning. Here are recommendations that may assist…
Pack and prepare for the hurricane season
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. A recent survey shows that roughly half of the people in the U.S. have some kind of emergency “go-to” kit in their home. Even at that, about…
Stay informed: sign up for severe weather updates
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. When preparing to face a crisis, every second counts. That is why it’s essential that timely and effective emergency alerts reach everyone before the crisis reaches them….
Disaster preparedness sales tax holiday declared
Leah Androski ECB Publishing, Inc. The disaster preparedness holiday is being held from Thursday, May 15, through Saturday, May 31, with a second holiday from Monday, June 2, through Sunday, June 15….
Prepare your landscape and trees for the hurricane season
Megan Winslow, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Courtesy Given the damaging impacts of hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton last year, you may want to prepare your landscape and trees for the…
The Watermelon Pageant is this weekend!
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Mark your calendars, because one of the largest events Jefferson County has to offer is almost here! In just a few short days, the Watermelon Festival events…