Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) had lots for its football team, fans, alumni and their families to celebrate during Homecoming 2025. The week of Oct. 6-10 was jam-packed…
Warriors win big on Homecoming
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. It was the kind of Homecoming victory that students and alumni alike love to see. The Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors hosted the Tigers of Graceville High…
Cases of whooping cough spike in Florida
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Data from the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) shows that cases of whooping cough – also known as pertussis – have climbed to a record high for…
Pet Adoption Spotlight: Susie & Trina
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. Susie is a gentle, resilient mother who was found wandering the streets – thin, weary and clearly struggling to survive. Day by day, she grew weaker until…
The challenges of showing appreciation on Boss’ Day
Courtesy of SHRM.org Keep It Real: Cynical as it may sound, some managers may view cards and gifts from subordinates as ingratiating, while others may feel slighted if workers don’t somehow acknowledge…
Scammer arrested in Jefferson County on multiple felonies
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Contributor On Monday, October 6, 2025, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) Investigative Division was contacted by the Georgia Bureau of Investigations (GBI) regarding an ongoing fraud investigation….
An Evening of Faith: youth and young adults gather for worship at Wacissa
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. Wacissa Christian Church will host an evening of worship and fellowship for youth and young adults on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 14492 Waukeenah Hwy. Doors open at…
The Barn on the Green cuts the ribbon in time for the holidays
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. At 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 29, a crowd was gathering at The Porch restaurant in order to welcome another new venue to Monticello. Adjacent to the…
Sports can improve mental health
Kathy Egan ECB Publishing, Inc. It has long been thought that sports is a great way for young people to get into or maintain physical health, but now there is evidence that…
Autumn Fun Awaits at Wacissa Fall Festival
Bri Rodriguez ECB Publishing, Inc. The sights, sounds and flavors of fall will come alive as Wacissa Christian Church hosts its annual Fall Festival. The event will be held from 11 a.m….
Fall fun in our town
Friday, Oct. 31 “Night of the Living Dead: Live!” 8 p.m. at the historic Monticello Opera House. The show continues Saturday, Nov. 1, and concludes with a matinee on Sunday, Nov. 2,…
Tall Timbers offers landowners assistance managing lands
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. A representative of Tall Timbers Research Station and Land Conservancy (TT) recently appeared before the Jefferson County Commission to promote several of the organization’s programs that benefit…
School board approves $22.5M budget
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. At a brief, final budget hearing on Monday, Sept. 15, the Jefferson County School Board voted unanimously to adopt a millage rate of 5.296 mills as well…
Community Calendar Events for Oct. 13-14
OCTOBER 13 (Monday) The Jefferson County School Board has a regular meeting at 6 p.m. at 1490 W. Washington St. To attend via Microsoft Teams, use Meeting ID 229 905 633 064…
The Pulpit: The cleansed heart believes
Ted Okolichany Guest Columnist The Proverbs writer in chapter 3:5-6 points out how important a trusting heart is for the believer. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart…” Trust is not…
Spurweed is a spiny “serpent”
Ed Duke and Sam Hand Florida A&M University Escaping the bond of modern civilization frequently includes the removal of shoes and enjoying the sensation of grass underfoot. The cool, pliable and irregular…
Florida’s Hunting, Fishing and Camping Sales Tax Holiday lasts through December
Danny Federico ECB Publishing, Inc. Residents across Florida will have the chance to save on outdoor supplies this fall through the state’s Hunting, Fishing and Camping Sales Tax Holiday, which began on…
Experiencing “Jeffecello” in 1952
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. What was it like to go to Monticello High School (MHS) in 1952? Turn the pages of the “Jeffecello” 1952 yearbook to get a glimpse of the…
Fire Prevention Week 2025: Charge into Safety
“We can directly attribute one local fire in 2025 to a battery operated mower charging in a shed. We recommend monitoring battery chargers by setting a timer when in use and unplugging…
Community Calendar for Weekend of October 10-12
OCTOBER 10 (Friday) Rotary Club meets at 11:45 a.m. at 420 W. Washington St. OCTOBER 11 (Saturday) The Fall Farm Tour takes place across the Big Bend, including lots of farms, ranches…