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 County Chamber of Commerce. More than 60 people filled the courtroom of the Jefferson County Courthouse, while 36 more watched live via Facebook. During the days after the forum into the start of early voting on Monday, more than 2,000 additional views of the recording took place. Longtime Chamber Board Member Ron Cichon welcomed the candidates, leading the audience to applaud their willingness to offer themselves for public service, “win or lose.” Then t