Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Middle Florida Baptist Association (MFBA) held its 123rd Annual Meeting on Sunday, Oct. 9, at Lee First Baptist Church. The well-attended gathering enjoyed uplifting reports, messages and a…
The Drip Experience holds Grand Opening
Dona Gilbert news@greenepublishing.com The Drip Experience held its Grand Opening on Friday, Nov. 4. Owner, Angenette Aikens, was surrounded by family, friends, local business owners and the community during the debut. Members…
John Dale Pittman, Sr.
John Dale Pittman, Sr., 58, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Tallahassee, Fla. John was born Dec. 30, 1963, in Madison, Fla., to Pinckney Kirkland Pittman and Willie Marguerite Williams…
John Paul Parker
Mr. John Paul Parker, Sr., age 85, passed away Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022 in Tallahassee, Fla. He was born to his parents George William and Annie Porter Parker in Greenville, Fla., on…
Learning As I Go: Stay out of the chicken pen
The chickens and guineas were unusually loud and perturbed. I walked to the end of the house to see what the ruckus was about and saw Amos, our small feisty dog, circling…
Greenville Town Council at an impasse Two Council Members deny citizens the chance to choose
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Greenville Town Council on Thursday, Nov. 17, one of the most pressing issues facing the council was what to do about the vacant…
Springs report reveals adverse results
Erika Clesi Contributor The Florida Springs Institute met and broadcast to Facebook Live to present their research findings on four Florida springs: Lafayette Blue, Troy, Fanning and Manatee. In 2016, Lafayette Blue,…
Willodene Lamb McManus
Mrs. McManus passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, from natural causes. She was born on June 18, 1932. She is predeceased by her husband of 49 years, Billy W. McManus; son,…
RaShad Antonio James
“It is well with my soul.” RaShad Antonio James, 34, brought joy into the lives of his parents, Ronald J. James and Edith R. James (Pride) on July 10, 1988, the day…
From the sunny side: Ghost of Thanksgivings past
I have always looked forward to Thanksgiving Day. Time together with family always reminds me of the many things for which I am truly thankful. I can honestly say that most of…
Base Street Nutrition offers healthy alternatives
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com There is a new business in town offering a variety of healthy drinks, teas, smoothies and more. Base Street Nutrition opened their doors three weeks ago, under the ownership…
Taylor County student receives first Joe A. Akerman Jr. Scholarship
North Florida College Contributor Taylor County resident Elijah Calhoun is the first recipient of the Joe A. Akerman Jr. Scholarship at North Florida College. The Akerman family recently established the scholarship in…
Madison County Memorial Hospital launches Mobile Wellness Unit
Madison County Memorial Hospital Contributor Madison County Memorial Hospital (MCMH) received a donation of two ambulances from YKI Group, LLC and two of their sister companies, TriSpark Media and Butler Title. The…
Coye Franklin Webb
Mr. Coye Franklin Webb, 72, passed away peacefully at his home in Lee, Fla., surrounded by his family and friends, on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. Coye Frank was born Aug. 1, 1950,…
National Security: Florida changes
I was born in Southcentral Florida, really on the edge of the Everglades, in the spring of 1948. At that time, the Sunshine State was much different than today. There were less…
Madison native wins Lifetime Achievement Award
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It probably comes as no surprise to those who knew Frank Argenbright, Jr. when he was a youngster growing up in Madison that he would someday win a Lifetime…
Increased flu cases expected
Madison County Health Department Contributor Emergency departments and urgent care clinics in our region are beginning to see a sharp increase in influenza-like illness (ILI) visits in emergency departments. While Madison has…
Cowboys win on Senior Night
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The look of elation on Madison County High School (MCHS) senior Jonathan Akins’ face at the end of the game on Friday, Nov. 4, said it all. The senior…
Christmas Connection continues 43-year tradition
Mary Coburn Contributor Catholic Charities Christmas Connection program has been fulfilling the wishes and basic needs of hundreds of disadvantaged families and individuals from all religions, races and ethnic backgrounds for 43…
Willie Mae Scurry Livingston Ingram
I fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7 Mrs. Willie Mae Scurry Livingston Ingram, 69, the daughter of Willie Scurry and Lizie…