Local News in Monticello
Community news from our local sources
Monticello 12 storiesWiden to Jefferson County
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published 6 hours agoGet the Flock out
I was very pleased this week to get a call from our most excellent Sheriff McNeill, who told me ALL of the Flock cameras in the county were being removed. Our most...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 04Charlie Reichert embraces year 101
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. World War II Navy Veteran Charlie Reichert celebrated his 101st birthday this summer and, while mindful of the heat, is enjoying an active life on the same...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 04A tale of two bagpipes: part two
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Following the exploits of Bill Millins, who marched upon the bloody shores of Sword Island playing his bagpipe, yet another British soldier, Jack “Mad Jack” Churchill made...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 03EPA ends summer gas rules early to lower U.S. pump prices
Alton Wallace The Center Square The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Thursday issued a temporary emergency waiver that allows nationwide sales of winter-grade gasoline two weeks early in an effort to increase...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 03From the Sunny Side: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Rick Patrick Columnist As you probably surmise from the title, this will be a little bit of a departure from our usual weekly visits. I’m sure you won’t mind too much. September...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 02Thinking of getting outdoor sport supplies? Right now, it’s tax-free in Florida
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. This time of year, many people start gearing up for a busy season of outdoor activities. Major hunting seasons, including for deer and waterfowl, are just around...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 02Birch Benders pancakes please the palate
Mickey Starling Columnist I’ve always been a bit of a foodie, which is a polite way of saying I am quite picky about what my tastebuds entertain. Growing up, my mother’s pancakes...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 02Donna’s decision
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist Twelve years ago last month, my cousin passed from cancer. Found among her possessions was this copy of a testimony she shared which I share with you....
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 02Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Bringing out your best
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. As a youngster, I quickly developed a love for practically all sports. I played Bitty Basketball in the third grade and eventually graduated to Little League baseball,...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 02The September/October Front Porch has arrived!
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the September/October 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed, and...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 01Celestial events in September
Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. For those who like to keep eyes on the skies, September has some exciting celestial events in store, including some of the year's best views of Neptune...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 01Snook recreational harvest in all east coast and most west coast management regions opens Sept. 1
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Contributor The recreational harvest season for snook starts Sept. 1 in all east coast (Southeast, Indian River Lagoon and Northeast) and most west coast (Panhandle, Big...