Jefferson County Animal Control Contributor If you’re interested in adopting a new family member or friend from Jefferson County Animal Control, call them at 850-342-0184, or swing by 1697 S. Jefferson St.,…
Capital City Bank scam alert
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. There’s a new round of scams to look out for that could trick you out of your bank account information from Capital City Bank. The company’s Fraud…
Apply now for AgVocator Scholarship
Farm Credit of Northwest Florida Contributor Farm Credit of Northwest Florida is now accepting applications for its 2027 AgVocator Scholarship Program, an initiative designed to support the next generation of leaders who…
There’s cheese in them there caves
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Anyone who was around in the ’80s will probably recall those cans of cheese and other food items labeled in black letters on a white background. The…
Church League softball continues
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. As the 2026 Church League Softball teams approach midseason, there is plenty of action left to be enjoyed by everyone at the Madison Recreation Complex, located at…
Rev. Gloria A. Cox selected to represent Women in Ministry
Story Submitted The Reverend Gloria A. Cox of Monticello was selected as a featured preacher representing Women in Ministry at the African Methodist Episcopal Church’s 11th Episcopal District Annual Conference, held August…
Jefferson County included in state of emergency declaration
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County is one of 25 counties listed on a state of emergency declaration that Gov. Ron DeSantis issued on Tuesday, Oct. 6, ahead of Tropical Storm…
Jefferson plans two-day Homecoming celebration Oct. 15-16
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. JCS Homecoming festivities for 2026 begin with the Tigers v. NFC middle school football game on Thursday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. at Memorial Stadium, located on…
Wacissa Christian to host fall festival Oct. 10
Stefanie L. Prevatt ECB Publishing, Inc. From newborn to 90, all ages are welcome to attend the Wacissa Christian Church annual fall festival on Oct. 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m….
County to hold workshops to explore data centers
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Some three months after adopting a one-year moratorium on data centers, county officials are readying to host a series of workshops to explore the pros and cons…
Monticello nonprofit receives grant from Florida Breast Cancer Foundation
Story Submitted Florida Department of Health Jefferson in Monticello has received a grant for its program Empowered Through Knowledge: Breast Cancer Education from Florida Breast Cancer Foundation. The Florida Breast Cancer Foundation…
Gassing up on the go
The truth about pumping gas while your car is running Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. There are so many urban legends and misinterpretations about the law when it comes to vehicle safety…
2026 Miss Jefferson County queens crowned
Congratulations to newly crowned Teen Miss Jefferson County Chloe Pitts and Miss Jefferson County Aubrey Raker. Full results of the Oct. 3 Miss Jefferson County Pageant will be published in the Oct….
Farm Bureau Meeting stories fill a special B Section
Headlines include the following: • Brock Family Farm recognized as Farm Family of the Year • Edwards, Finlayson receive Farm Bureau honorary memberships • Maddie Campbell presents legislative update • Farm Bureau…
Trulieve fined $80,000; ordered to come up with irrigation plan
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. On Friday, Oct. 2, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) issued a 15-page consent order to Trulieve Capps Highway, LLC, relative to the several cited problems…
Picture from the Past: Local students attend the 2006 4-H State Congress
Local students enjoyed attending the 2006 4-H State Congress, where they brought home many awards for their hometown. Pictured together at the Awards Banquet are, from left to right, (back row) Alex…
Fun fall events fill the October calendar
To add other seasonal events, email reporter1@ecbpublishing.com or call 850-997-3568. Scarecrow Extravaganza All of October View creative scarecrows displayed all around! Entry deadline is Oct. 23; winner announced on Oct. 29. Aunt…
Pastor Appreciation Day coming soon
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Sunday, Oct. 11, is Pastor Appreciation Day, which is part of a month-long recognition of the pastors who lead our churches. There are many ways to demonstrate…
Coach Heard shares ACA boys golf season overview
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. Deven Heard has coached at Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) since 2021. He enjoys helping players grow and learn about sports and physical education. Coach Heard recently shared…
JCFR urges residents to power up devices with fire safety in mind
National Fire Protection Association Contributor Jefferson County Fire Rescue (JCFR) is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to support Fire Prevention Week. This year’s FPW theme, “Charge into Fire…