Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Friends, family and faithful citizens gathered at the Madison Woman’s Club building on Tuesday, July 28, to witness the pinning ceremony of several members of the Madison Police Department….
Category: Community News
Local pianist to perform in Valdosta
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Nationally acclaimed pianist and Madison County native, John Beggs will be in performance on Tuesday, Aug. 11, at the Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts, in Valdosta,…
Madison youth participate in Youth Summit
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Among the dozens of young people participating in the Fifth Annual Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) “Unleashing You” Youth Summit, in Orlando, a strong contingent from Madison…
Groundbreaking for 4-H Camp Cherry Lake approaches
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison County’s beloved Camp Cherry Lake is set to begin the next phase of construction in the Cherry Lake Master Plan. Everyone is invited to attend a groundbreaking ceremony…
Know before you vote: School Board candidate forum planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to inform Madison County voters about the candidates running for the Madison County School Board, a political forum has been planned. Sponsored by Greene Publishing, Inc….
Early morning shooting claims young life
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison Police Department (MPD) has reported that during the early morning hours of Friday, July 24, the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old occurred within the city limits. MPD…
Jail Report 7.16 – 7.23
July 16 Keevis Dobson – Conditional release violation July 17 Whitney Lee – Battery Brandon Blackshear – Selling synthetic narcotic within 1,000 feet of a place of worship or business, possession of…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: One Critical Mistake to Avoid When You Retire
Chandler Craven Contributor Let’s assume you’re ahead of your peers. You’ve saved, invested and reduced your debts. Maybe you’ve even met with a financial professional to review your retirement income options. But,…
Madison 4-H wraps up 2026 summer camps with Spring Hoppers Adventure
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County 4-H concluded its 2026 summer camp season last week with its annual Spring Hopper Camp, giving local youth three days of outdoor exploration, environmental education and hands-on…
Team Real to host back-to-school backpack drive and community celebration
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com As students prepare to head back to the classroom, Team Real is once again stepping up to help local families by hosting its annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive on Saturday,…
Methodist Cooperative Ministries plans Golden Anniversary
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Methodist Cooperative Ministries will be holding a special evening on Saturday, Aug. 8, as they celebrate 50 years of ministry to Madison County and the surrounding area. A…
Political forum held
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, July 23, candidates for two seats on the Madison County Board of County Commissioners shared their thoughts and plans for Madison County during a political forum,…
Groundbreaking for 4-H Camp Cherry Lake approaches
Madison County’s beloved Camp Cherry Lake is set to begin the next phase of construction in the Cherry Lake Master Plan. Everyone is invited to attend a groundbreaking ceremony planned for Tuesday,…
Birch Benders pancakes please the palate
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com 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…
Ray Charles memorialized with piano
Saturday, July 18, was a great day to celebrate Greenville’s most famous son. In addition to the Fresh Farmer’s Market taking place in Haffye Hays Park, the Town of Greenville unveiled a…
Second Chance Act takes effect, bringing proactive cardiac screenings to Florida student athletes
Story Submitted The Second Chance Act officially took effect across Florida on Wednesday, July 1, requiring all high school student athletes to receive a medical evaluation, including an electrocardiogram (EKG), before participating…
City seeks to transfer fire protection services to County
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com In the Wednesday, July 22 edition of the Madison County Carrier, in an article titled “City seeks to transfer fire protection services to County,” an error was made. The…
Know before you vote: Political forum to be held Thursday
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to inform Madison County voters about the candidates running for both the Madison County Board of County Commissioners and Madison County School Board, a pair of…
The GRANDEST of Grandparents
My grandmother is special because she loves and cares for me. She teaches me to be kind and respectful. I love spending time with her because she spoils me sometimes. I am…
Pinetta church welcomes new pastor
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Although she has been at the church for several months, Cynthia Brown has now been officially named the new supply pastor at Pinetta Global Methodist Church. Brown has been…