Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com The Florida American Legion Boys State (FALBS) is a youth leadership and educational program. It is made up of many young boys who learn about the government and assume…
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New CrossFit gym now open
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Aug. 2, Champions Fitness opened their doors in their upgraded building. They are now located in the old Shelby’s building, at 140 NE Yellow Pine Ave. They…
Madison Outpost Adventures brings more activity in town
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com Since June of 2020, Madison County has had the Madison Outpost Adventures business to assist on those sunny river days. Outpost Adventures, owned by Dawn and Lisa Crofton, is…
American Legion Post 224 hosts Business After Hours
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, July 20, the American Legion Post 224, in Cherry Lake hosted the monthly Business After Hours social event, sponsored by the Madison County Chamber of Commerce. Many…
From the sunny side: Facepage memories
Earlier this week, I happened to be looking on line at the “Facepages” and was reminded of some “memories” from five years ago. Realizing that there are frequently times that I can’t…
Rep. Jason Shoaf holding Greenville town hall meeting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Aug. 6, State Representative Jason Shoaf will be holding a “town hall” style meeting at the Greenville Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, located at 174 Church St., in…
Making a splash at wakeboarding nationals
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com From Wednesday, July 28, to Saturday, July 31, five local wakeboarders competed at Nationals in Winter Haven, Fla. Out of the five (Frank Glas, Bowen Glas, Harrison Glas, Brinson…
Mr. Nathaniel Alexander, Sr. 1940 – 2021
Brother Nathaniel Alexander, Sr., 81, a lifelong resident of Madison, answered his heavenly Father’s call to join the caravan of saints on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. He was preceded in death by…
JerriAnn Webb makes an impact
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison native, JerriAnn Webb, has made quite the impact in her lifetime. Currently, she holds degrees in English, Theology and Marriage and Family Therapy. She is also the Founder…
Authentic creations from Southern Rust Woodworks
Katie Krell reporter2@greenepublishing.com How does one go from PE teacher to woodworking connoisseur in just the matter of a few months? For Bubba Carroll, this was the case, and he has…
Learning As I Go: “Snakey” Instincts
“What in the world is that dog after?” I yelled from around the corner. My husband and I were working in the new house, installing ceiling boards. Frank, our wild, hooligan of…
Emerald’s Gem Box: Happy Birthday To Us! 57 Years and Counting
It has been 57 years exactly, to the day! August 4, 1964 was the first edition of the Madison County Carrier. My parents (at the young age of 25) founded and started…
Former council member rejoins Greenville Town Council
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During a special meeting of the Greenville Town Council on Monday, July 26, the council voted to appoint former council member Calvin Malone to fill the seat vacated by…
Why is air quality in a home important?
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com The quality of air breathed in by humans typically relies on outside factors, such as smoking, industrial pollutants, or simple bacteria in the air caused by excessive moisture. If…
Former Cowboy tapped as Bronco coach
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison County Central School (MCCS) has recently named former Cowboy running back Eric Bright as the school’s new head football coach. After graduating from Madison County High School (MCHS),…
Monday morning blues last all day
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On a sultry Monday morning in June of 1902, Madison Deputy Sheriff Mike Bass started his day off with an urgent telegram from the Town of Lee. The message…
City of Madison water dept. superintendent retiring
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com On Friday, July 16, the City of Madison Water Department held a ceremony for superintendent Johnny Webb, who is retiring after 32 years of service. City employees from the…
From the sunny side: Starfish
Before I get too far into our visit, I must admit that this is not an entirely original story. It stems from something I heard a while back, but it is still…
Nine complete NFC Last Mile Scholarship Program
Kim Scarboro Contributor Since Governor Ron DeSantis established the Last Mile College Completion Program in 2019, the NFC Foundation has stepped up to help “Last Mile Scholar” graduates complete degrees. NFC’s Last…
John Bowden Folsom, Jr.
John Bowden Folsom, Jr., 60, of Valdosta, Ga. passed away early Saturday morning, July 17, 2021, in the Archbold Memorial Hospital in Thomasville, Ga. John was born on Nov. 26, 1960, in…