“Walking away from a conversation that isn’t productive isn’t a weakness. It’s often a healthy form of self-management.” – Nari Jeter Emma Almanza Florida State University As the holidays approach, a Florida…
The real enemy in our conflicts
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist As Christ followers, we want to honor God in our relationships. Many of us carry struggles we don’t always voice because they are so personal. And so…
Celebrate America Recycles Day
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. Each year on Nov. 15, millions of Americans celebrate America Recycles Day. The national observance was proclaimed in 1999 by President Bill Clinton, and in 2009 was…
Florida cracks down on 7-OH products
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. A press release from the Office of Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that an emergency rule was signed to “control highly concentrated 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), and several…
Death can take a holiday
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist The holiday season is approaching. Holidays can be difficult for some people. I have friends who have lost children. It’s always hard for parents to bury a…
Keep your car festive through all the holidays
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Trunk-or-Treat season may be over, but that doesn’t have to be your last fit of car decorating this year. Your ride can be just as festive for…
Johnston’s celebrates 100 years of growth and goodness
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The crowds who came out to Johnston’s Celebrating 100th Years event on Saturday, Nov. 7, enjoyed a full day of music, vendors, giveaways, tours, demonstrations and, of…
Old Howard Academy restoration continues, faces financial hurdles
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Despite unexpected complications and setbacks, the historic Old Howard Academy restoration project is progressing at its own pace. The group behind the restoration, Howard Academy Educational &…
50 ways to go nutty with pecans during the holidays
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. During Thanksgiving and into the winter holidays, recipes that feature nuts abound. In our area, we have easy access to one of the best nuts on the…
First District Court of Appeal reaffirms Reams’ conviction
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Florida’s First District Court of Appeal (DCA) this week denied a motion for a rehearing by the full court of the case against Kirk Reams, Jefferson County’s…
City officials learn the limits of code enforcement
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. In In their efforts to clean up Monticello of dilapidated structures and overgrown lots, city officials are confronting the dilemma of code enforcement in the face…
Group explores local history through cemeteries
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The weekend of Oct. 24 and 25, the Cemetery Restoration and Reservation Society of North Florida, Inc., hosted a research tour as part of their Bailey-Bellamy Cemetery…
Five county employees recognized for heroic action
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) recently recognized four of its own plus a county employee for providing life-saving measures to a citizen during an emergency. The…
Fields of Faith is coming soon to Warrior Field
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Aucilla Christian Academy chapter is preparing to join together with students from Jefferson County for their annual Fields of Faith event…
CareerSource Capital Region receives first-place Veterans Performance Incentive Award
Story Submitted CareerSource Capital Region has been recognized by the Florida Department of Commerce as the first-place recipient of the Veterans Performance Incentive Award, for outstanding service to veterans and eligible individuals,…
Jefferson County observes Veterans Day
The Monticello News published a special section today dedicated to Veterans Day. Click below to read features on: • New Veterans Affairs Officer David Dishman • Reflections by JROTC Instructor Jesse Jackson…
A Veterans Day Breakfast is only the first invitation
A Veterans Day breakfast gives neighbors a welcome reason to sit together. Someone pours the coffee, someone makes the meal, and a veteran hears a sincere thank-you. Jefferson County’s November observances offer…
Keep the Flag Flying in Downtown Lloyd
Dear Editor Our community is proud to have a flagpole on the corner of SR 59 and Old Lloyd Road to honor our veterans and those who serve in the military. The…
Florida Gaming Control Commission kicks off new Illegal Gambling Awareness Week
Florida Gaming Control Commission Contributor The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) is joining with its partners around the world in the inaugural Illegal Gambling Awareness Week (IGAW), Monday, Nov. 9, through Friday,…
Trulieve submits plan to address problems at Waukeenah facility
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. In a letter dated Nov. 3, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) acknowledged receipt of an irrigation runoff plan submitted by Trulieve to correct the several…