Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Get ready for an egg-citing adventure at The North Florida Wildlife Center’s Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 4. Hop through the gate as early as 9 a.m….
Local fireworks and more being planned for America’s 250th
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. A committee of more than 20 people have begun making detailed plans for Jefferson County to have a fireworks show this Fourth of July, along with other…
Flea Across Florida is April 10-11
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The organizers of Flea Across Florida are encouraging residents and businesses along U.S. Hwy. 90 between Pensacola and Maclenny to “clean out your sheds, garages and closets”…
Speaking your mind – at what cost?
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Several years ago, Brianna, a Facebook friend, reminded us that when we become wiser with our words, life becomes better. Sometimes, the wisest words are the ones…
Chelsey McCoy speaks at prayer breakfast about “faith as a mustard seed”
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The March 5 Community Prayer Breakfast took place at First Baptist Church of Lloyd, whose members provided a delicious morning meal. After music led by Mike Gresham…
The Madison Passion Play to take the stage
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. The Madison Church of God’s annual Madison Passion Play returns to center stage on Friday, March 27, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Church members have been busily preparing…
Eastern lubbers are hatching now
Ed Duke and Sam Hand Florida A&M University Mid-summer is the time when North Florida residents typically notice the largest numbers of adult eastern lubber grasshoppers. The females are seeking appropriate places…
Home mortgage rates fluctuate
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. According to the Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) from the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac), the U.S. weekly mortgage rate average, as of Tuesday, March…
Want to evict your winged tenants? Now’s the time to act
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Florida’s 13 native bat species tend to call cozy sheltered places home, like caves, crevices, hollowed-out trees — and your house. If bats have taken up unwanted…
Events for March 21-29
MARCH 21 (Saturday) A Free Clothing and Food Giveaway takes place 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the recreation park (1380 Mamie Scott Dr.), sponsored by Philadelphia A.M.E. Church members and Pastor Addie Holt….
Dangerous levels of arsenic found in popular candies
Ady Hammock ECB Publishing, Inc. In January, the Florida Department of Health (FDH) conducted a test on popular candy products, in order to “provide greater transparency for Florida families and strengthen accountability…
Lady Warriors softball team winning despite primarily freshman roster
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The next years of the Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) softball program looks very promising, if the beginning of the 2026 season is any indication. The Lady Warriors…
Library welcomes a crochet club
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County R.J. Bailar Public Library offers many opportunities for residents to connect through groups, clubs and community events. Among the latest to join their lineup…
The next Coffee with a Vet is March 26
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. On Thursday, March 26, military veterans are invited to come by CowHaus Coffee Company, located at 100 N. Jefferson St., for a free cup ‘o joe and…
County adopts cybersecurity policy
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. County officials have now adopted a cybersecurity policy to meet a state requirement that local governments implement digital security standards, training and risk-management practices to protect their…
“I Can Only Imagine 2” in theaters now
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Following on the heels of “I Can Only Imagine,” released in 2018, the story of MercyMe’s lead singer Bart Millard (John Michael Finley) continues on the big…
Shellfish recall impacts Florida as FDA warns of possible norovirus contamination
Hailey Waldo ECB Publishing, Inc. A recent seafood recall affecting nine states has raised concerns in Florida, where potentially contaminated clams were distributed to restaurants and retailers, according to the U.S. Food…
Small steps to extend a car’s life expectancy
Metro Media Vehicles continue to get more expensive. The automotive experts at Kelley Blue Book indicate the average American car buyer paid $50,080 for a new vehicle in September 2025, which was…
JCS celebrates Dr. Seuss Week
Crystal Goodwin ECB Publishing, Inc. Promoting literacy remains a top priority for Jefferson County K-12, A Community Partnership School (JCS), as students and teachers celebrated Read Across America week from March 2-7….
FLCares and Post #49 install new steps at American Legion Hall
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. FLCares, Inc. worked with American Legion Post #49 on Saturday, March 14, to install a new stairway at the American Legion Hall on South Water Street. Now…