The Monticello City Council will hold its regular meeting a day early on Monday, Nov. 2, at 7 p.m., rather than on the first Tuesday, due to the General Election on Nov. 3.

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the November/December 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed, and ...

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Otto M. Walker American Legion Post #49 invites the community to enjoy a free Veterans Day Breakfast on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The hall at 1085 S. Water St. will ...

Lazaro Aleman ECB Publishing, Inc. On Monday, Nov. 9, the first of a possible series of informational public workshops is set to be held in the Courthouse Annex to explore the pros and cons of ...

Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist How often has a 9.5-out-of-10 recurring temptation defeated you? Each time you give in, the struggle becomes harder. Shame grows as you realize these battles often ...

Hailey Heseltine ECB Publishing, Inc. For those who like to keep eyes on the skies, November has some exciting celestial events in store, including two meteor showers, a supermoon and more. • Nov.

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Quite by accident, the basil sprig sprouted roots. Accidental on my part, at least. I had snipped a bunch of basil to have on hand in the kitchen for culinary ...

Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist The sight of geese flying overhead in a perfect V-formation is one of nature’s most elegant displays of teamwork and aerodynamic efficiency. This distinctive flight ...

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Photography by Tiffany Blaner Each Fall the Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce holds its annual dinner to celebrate the year’s accomplishments ...

Metro Media It’s well documented that kitchens are the most popular rooms in many homes. Kitchens are where families tend to congregate during holiday celebrations, and many a child has ...

Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello News appreciates every one of Jefferson County’s residents that have chosen to make Monticello their home, and one such resident is Charlotte ...