Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. Despite racking up 360 total yards of offense and scoring four touchdowns, the Jefferson County High School Tigers were defeated by the Branford High School Buccaneers, 43-30,…
Florida DCF announces disaster relief program in response to recent hurricanes
Deadline to call in is Thursday, Oct. 31 Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. On Wednesday, Oct. 23, the Department of Children and Families Secretary Shevaun Harris announced the approval for Florida’s application…
The 2024 Florida constitutional amendments
What they really mean (And my opinion) Official Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5. We have very important decisions to make for our individual counties and for the state of Florida. After…
Political forum stream draws 2K views
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Candidates seeking local offices in the 2024 General Election presented their credentials, motivations and visions during the Political Forum hosted on Thursday, Oct. 17, by the Monticello-Jefferson…
Early voting kicks off with a bang
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Early voting for the general election got underway in earnest across the state on Monday, Oct. 21, with a total of 1,137 ballots cast locally by the…
Blake Dollar arrested on multiple charges
Charges include: sexual battery, possession of child porn, digital voyeurism and animal cruelty Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) recently concluded an investigation ending with 97 charges…
Search is on for new city manager
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The headhunt for a new city manager is underway, with the Monticello City Council taking the first step in the process last week. Addressing the council on…
Trunks wanted for local Trunk or Treat event
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County Head Start is hosting their first Trunk or Treat event, and they are looking for interested parties to join in the fun! To participate, contact…
Benefit concert to support Hurricane victims this Saturday
Leah Androski ECB Publishing, Inc. A Hurricane Helene Benefit Concert will be held at Southward Preserve, located at 20947 136th St., in Live Oak, on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 5 p.m. until…
Bringing JOY to Jefferson County Youth
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Members of JOY (Jefferson Outreach for Youth) are gearing up for their 15th annual toy drive to provide Christmas gifts for local youngsters. This is the time…
Turning the pages of time
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Libraries are valuable community resources. They offer books and various types of media to be accessed freely, which can be a powerful force to entertain, educate and…
How to plan a football road trip
MetroMedia The popularity of football is undeniable. Football fans anxiously await the return of the sport each fall. The season’s opening kickoff stokes the passion of fans of scholastic, college and professional…
Know the law before you burn debris
To obtain a burn authorization, call (850) 681-5951 Jimmy McQuigg, Forester Florida Forest Service Jefferson and Leon Counties Florida residents should be aware that escaped debris burning is the leading cause of…
Bats roosting in buildings? Fall is the time for exclusions
Florida Wildlife Commission Contributor While Florida’s 13 native and beneficial bat species typically roost in trees, caves or other natural spaces, they can also be attracted to human-made structures. The Florida Fish…
Rose Society to hold annual show
Tallahassee Area Rose Society Contributor The Tallahassee Area Rose Society presents “Rose Queen for Halloween” at their annual rose show on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 26-27, featuring many varieties of roses, rose…
JCHA celebrates another year of the Harvest Hunt Dinner
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. On Saturday, Oct. 19, the Jefferson County Historical Association (JCHA) enjoyed the long-held annual tradition of the Harvest Hunt Dinner. The autumn dinner, usually held in October…
Reams’ case won’t rest
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The trial and sentencing of Kirk Reams, former Jefferson County Clerk of Court, may be over, but the case continues to draw judicial attention and generate activity….
Warriors volleyball takes district championship
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Lady Warriors won the Rural District Five Championship in volleyball on Thursday, Oct. 17, by defeating the Red Flashes of Hilliard High…
So fun it’s scary! What’s happening this spooky season
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. Halloween is almost here, and that means Monticello is full of fun, spooky fall events for everyone to enjoy. Here’s what you can expect in the ways…
County handling hurricane debris removal
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Unhappy with the way that the state handled hurricane debris removal and disposal following Hurricane Debby in August, local officials have decided to have county staff manage…
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