Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Some four months after Jefferson County planners denied an application from Eshden Partners, LLC, to rezone a 128-acre property near Lloyd from Mixed Use Suburban Residential (MUSR)…
Local group asks governor for review of Trulieve
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Notwithstanding the ongoing actions of two regulatory agencies relative to the Trulieve facility in the Waukeenah area, some local residents’ concerns have not been alleviated, evident by…
Golden Grants available for schools and nonprofits
Madelyn Schieder Contributor Today, the McDonald’s Florida Georgia Line Operator’s Association (FGLBU) opened applications for its annual Golden Grants Program. This year, the program will award grants of $2,500 and $5,000 to…
Warden Hewitt connects “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” to faith
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. An extra meeting was added to this year’s calendar for the Monticello Community Prayer Breakfast so that the group could recognize Jefferson Correctional Institution (JCI) as a…
Lawmakers adopt property tax reform measure for ballot (Local officials hold special meeting in anticipation of legislators’ action)
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Although not exactly as proposed by the governor, Florida lawmakers on Tuesday, June 2, approved a revised property tax amendment that could significantly increase the annual homestead…
The modern pharisee and the backseat gospel
Patricia Smith Guest Columnist How does worship shift from god-centered faith to self-centered awareness? On a Sunday morning in Jefferson County, church life moves at a familiar pace. Pickup trucks roll down…
Automotive corner: enjoy some car-themed puzzles!
This week’s newspaper has a puzzle page on the theme of cars! There’s a Q&A quiz, a Find the Differences visual challenge, a word search and a mini “Ultimate Car Crossword.” Click here…
It only takes one storm: strengthen your property and check your insurance coverage
American Property Casualty Insurance Association Contributor The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season is here. Now is the time to strengthen your property to reduce potential damage and check your insurance coverage to make…
A glimpse of Greenville
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The little town of Greenville sits as the halfway point between Monticello and Madison. For many of us, it’s a landmark. For others, however, it’s the place…
PHOTO FEATURE: ACA Class of 2005 alumni reunite for a generational graduation celebration
Photo Courtesy of Cassidy Anderson Shupard As the 2025-2026 school year at Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) came to a close at the end of May, the senior class wasn’t the only one…
Summer fun!
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. This week we have filled three pages of the newspaper with information about fun things going on locally this summer. There’s a listing of • special library…
Laura’s Garden Notes: For happiness, look to the flowers
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. “Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul.” —Luther Burbank Back in early spring, last year’s zinnias…
Workshop on “Common Scams and How to Avoid Them” to be presented at the library on June 10
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County R. J. Public Library (375 S. Water St.) will host/show a free virtual workshop on “Common Scams and How to Avoid Them” in connection…
Library sees nearly 100 attendees at summer program kickoff party
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. School’s out, the sun’s shining, and many local families are looking for ways to make the most of their summer vacation. All season long, the Jefferson County…
Flag retirement ceremony set for June 14
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Flag Day is Sunday, June 14, and American Legion Post 49 of Monticello will be conducting a retirement ceremony for U.S. flags that are no longer serviceable….
The quiet side of celebration in Jefferson County’s military community
Patricia Smith Guest Columnist Behind public events and national anniversaries are families navigating grief that does not follow a public schedule. In Jefferson County, Memorial Day arrives with familiar traditions. American flags…
Community Revival is June 10-12
Story Submitted The Memorial Missionary Baptist Church will host the 2026 Community Revival beginning Wednesday June 10, and ending Friday, June 12, 2026, at 7 p.m. nightly. This is a joint revival…
JAG welcomes “A Slice of the Good Life” show June 6
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson Arts Gallery (JAG) has announced their latest upcoming show, the “A Slice of the Good Life.” This will be 2026’s Annual Summer Member Show, a…
Several candidates vying for county manager position
Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. Members of the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners are in the process of conducting telephone interviews of possibly as many as six of 21 individuals who…
Connie and Mark Mageary named 2026 Watermelon Parade Grand Marshals
Watermelon Festival Committee Contributor The Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Connie and Mark Mageary will serve as the 2026 Grand Marshals of the Monticello Watermelon Festival Parade….