Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Clerk of Courts has announced that a scam targeting local residents has been going around lately. If you receive a text message that seems…
Library announces event plans for May
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County R.J. Bailar Public Library has announced their events calendar for May, filled with exciting free activities for patrons of all ages. So, what’s on…
Photo Feature: VFW Post 251 presents 2025-26 Deputy Sheriff’s Public Servant of the Year
Photo Courtesy VFW Post 251 presented its 2025-26 Deputy Sheriff’s Public Servant of the Year at the organization’s recent Fish Fry. Pictured left to right are Past Post 251 Commander Ned Hill,…
Tigers give extracurriculars awards at banquet
Crystal Goodwin ECB Publishing, Inc. Students from Jefferson County K-12, A Community Partnership School (JCS), came together with their families on April 24 to celebrate extracurricular activities. Leading this event was Stefanie…
Lady Warriors eliminated in district softball tournament
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Lady Warriors softball team met the Cowgirls of Madison County High School in the Rural Class District Five semi-final on Tuesday, April…
From the Sunny Side: Not my monkeys
Rick Patrick Columnist There are many times that inspiration for our weekly visits comes from unexpected sources and at unexpected times. For that reason, I find myself on a constant lookout for…
County joins network to help fight opioid addiction
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County is now a participant in the Coordinated Opioid Recovery (CORE) Program through the NW Florida Health Network, making it eligible for some $3.675 million in…
Pots aren’t just for houseplants any more
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. When planning to grow your own food, the specific garden location at your home can dramatically influence your crop choices. One reader recently shared that their only…
Get summer road trip ready
Metro Media Road trips can present a perfect escape any time of the year, but they’re especially popular during the summer when people have time off from school and work. According to…
Tourists, animals, veterans and small grants on commissioners’ budgetary plate
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners dealt with more budget issues at a workshop on Thursday evening, April 16, prior to the start of its regular…
We need an administrative volunteer!
For several years, a free medical clinic has operated from the Episcopal Church parish hall. We have volunteer doctors, nurses and others. We do not see anyone who has insurance. If you…
Car crashes into Monticello’s DG Market
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello Police Department (MPD) reports that on Saturday, May 2, at approximately 2:46 p.m., officers responded to 801 S. Jefferson St. (the DG Market) in reference…
Commission to retain split meeting schedule
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Commission will continue to split its meetings between daytime and evening hours, as is the practice. The commission currently meets twice monthly in regular…
Two National Day of Prayer events happen on May 7
• This month’s Monticello Community Prayer Breakfast will be hosted by Rotary Club at the First Presbyterian Church (290 E. Dogwood St.) on Thursday, May 7, from 7 to 8 a.m. The…
Waiting for a downtown downpour
Laura Young Columnist As our “exceptional” drought conditions have continued to persist, my yearning for rain has come to feel like a coat of dust on my skin that I can’t shake…
Women in Business Networking Luncheon set for May 13
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce and the Monticello Woman’s Club invite local business owners, entrepreneurs and community leaders to the next Women in Business Networking Luncheon, to…
Far out in Fanlew
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. Today, Monticello is the only incorporated town in Jefferson County. This has been true for nearly the county’s entire history, with the exception of only a few…
Fiddler on the Roof comes to MOH May 15-31
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The latest upcoming production in the Monticello Opera House’s (MOH) 2025-2026 season is “Fiddler on the Roof,” which will be on stage from May 15-31. Set…
Get free disaster supplies on May 9
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Towering stacks of blue buckets have arrived at the Jefferson County Emergency Operations Center (EOC), and CERT volunteers have been helping EOC Director Kristy Anderson to fill…
Events for May 2-10
MAY 2 (Saturday) The Quincy-Monticello District Presiding Elder, Reverend Gregory V. Gay, Sr., will conduct the 3rd Quarterly Conference at 9 a.m. on Zoom. hosted by Mount Pleasant A.M.E. Church. The Pastor…