Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Since 1949, Mental Health America (MHA) has recognized May as Mental Health Awareness Month. This was, and continues to be, an effort to bring awareness to the issue of…
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A Women’s Pregnancy Center enjoys tea party
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On the eve of the running of the Kentucky Derby horse race, on Friday, May 1, A Women’s Pregnancy Center held their annual Tea Party Fundraiser at the Madison…
Department of Education clarifies religious policies in schools
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com The Florida Department of Education’s (FDOE) Commissioner of Education, Anastasios Kamoutsas, sent out a letter on Tuesday, March 17 to parents of students regarding religion and prayer in public…
Come out and support the Class of 2026 in their Senior Parade
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The community is invited to come together in celebration of a major milestone as the Class of 2026 takes center stage during a special Senior Parade on Friday, May…
Madison County Property Appraiser’s Office receives high marks
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was recently announced that the Madison County Property Appraiser’s Office has received a score of 93.33 on the 2025 Florida Department of Revenue Sales Qualification Study. The study…
Trees planted at Lee Fire Station
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In honor of Earth Day and Arbor Day, the members of the Nu Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and the Madison County Board of County…
Jail Report 4.30 – 5.6
April 30 David Bivens – Battery May 1 Terrance Wilson – Flee/elude police, excessive speeding in excess of the speed limit by 50 mph or more at 100 mph or more, resist…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Summer travel plans and uncertain skies
Kent Patrick Contributor For many investors, travel is an important part of how they spend time and money, especially in retirement. In 2026, however, planning a trip can feel more complicated. Conflicts,…
Wreath laying for Madison unsung heroes and honoring Katrina Aikens and her second grade class of 1996
Delores Jones, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Contributor The wreath laying for Madison heroes began on May 20, 1996, by the late Howell Waring. He gave birth to the idea and was…
Madison woman being nominated for Who’s Who
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The well-known publication “Who’s Who” shines a spotlight on various people who are making an impact in their communities. Many of those included are no strangers to the spotlight,…
Junior Auxiliary of Madison County attends annual Education Conference in Nashville
Kaitlyn Ortega Contributor Training provided by the nonprofit National Association of Junior Auxiliaries (NAJA) is helping members of the Junior Auxiliary of Madison County achieve excellence in hands-on community service. Eight members…
School District names Transportation Liaison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Monday, May 4, the Board heard a recommendation from Madison County School Superintendent Dr. Karen Pickles to…
Madison Veterans participate in Honor Flight
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com For two Madison County Veterans, Saturday, April 18 was a day they will never forget. Roy “Rip” Prine and Cole New-Smail, both Vietnam Era Veterans, had the privilege…
Making a difference: Michael Creech
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison County Memorial Hospital Emergency Room/Operating Room Nurse Manager Michael Creech hasn’t spent his entire career as a nurse, but he has been in the medical field for close…
The love is still there: Tammy Surles
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com For Tammy Surles, the Nurse Manager for the Medical/Surgical Swing Bed Unit at Madison County Memorial Hospital (MCMH), in Madison, nursing has been her life’s calling. She says that…
Madison County honors Lonnie Kesler for 22 years of dedicated service
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Board of County Commissioners recently gathered to recognize a man whose hard work has quite literally helped keep the county moving. After 22 years of service…
Safe Boating Week: staying smart and safe on the water
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Safe Boating Week is a time dedicated to promoting responsible habits on the water and preventing accidents before they happen. As temperatures rise and families head out to lakes…
Tippette, Moser and Hanners crowned 2026 Elite, Miss and Teen Miss Madison County
Cheltsie Holbrook cheltsie@greenepublishing.com The Miss Madison County and Baby to Junior Miss Madison County Pageants were held on Saturday, April 25, at the Van H. Priest Auditorium. The Baby to Tiny Miss…
Teacher appreciation: Dawn Phillips
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Dawn Phillips never has to wonder if she is making a difference. As a K-4-5 instructor at Kellie’s Kindergarten Prep, in Lee, she sees the wonder in the eyes…
Cowboys complete in regional weightlifting meet
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Four Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys from the MCHS Cowboys weightlifting team competed in the Class 1A Region Two meet, held at Liberty County High School on Saturday,…