Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com For many years, Mary Martha Santerfeit has worked with the written word. The former Postmaster in Lee, Fla. was also the Assistant Editor of the Mayo Free Press where…
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The interesting history behind the Twelve Days of Christmas
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Among the many songs of the season that can be heard non-stop during this time of year is “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” Few songs have as rich a…
County Road 255 to be memorialized
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Dec. 10, the commissioners heard a presentation from a group of students from the “American…
New look for MCSO vehicles
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Following a trend from the previous year, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has wrapped two more vehicles used by MCSO School Resource Officers. One vehicle, a Dodge Charger…
Cross-county cyclists make unexpected stop at Lee City Hall
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Travelers come through our area every day, but it isn’t often they arrive on bicycles, loaded with gear and years of stories. Recently, a biking couple, Erik and Taryn…
Ten fire safety tips
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com With the holiday season in full swing, homeowners are reminded that fire safety during this time of year is more crucial than ever. According to the National Fire Protection…
Former Fire Chief honored
Members of the Madison Fire Department honored recently retired Fire Chief Bruce Jordan with a plaque to commemorate his years of service to the Madison Fire Department and to the citizens of…
Meet MCAA’s BETA Club officers
The BETA Club officers selected for the 2025-2026 school year at Madison Creative Arts Academy are working to keep the club running smoothly. Pictured, from left to right, are: Historian Jules Nagel,…
One thousand fed a Thanksgiving feast
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Another year of hard work and dedication paid off for the Timmy Dyke family and approximately 90 volunteers on Thanksgiving Day. The yearly outreach began in 2011, with 85…
Rotary president shares vacation stories
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When the regular program for the meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, Nov. 19 fell through, Madison Rotary Club President Pete Bucher stepped in to fill the…
Madison Garden Club celebrates the season
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was a joyful time when the Madison Garden Club celebrated the Christmas season with music and games during their regular meeting on Thursday, Dec. 4. The Madison…
Celestial events in December
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com For those who like to keep eyes on the skies, December has some exciting celestial events in store, including the biggest meteor shower of the year. • The Cold…
Financial planning for seasonal expenses
The holiday season is synonymous with increased spending—gifts, travel, entertainment and charitable giving can strain even well-managed budgets. With ongoing market volatility and policy uncertainty, intentional financial planning becomes critical for maintaining…
Local youth support historic preservation
Participants in the local Boyz to Kings and Girlz to Queens program recently presented a $500 donation to the Madison Recreations Center. There is an ongoing campaign to restore the old Madison…
Local eye center closing its doors
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It has been announced that the Madison office of South Georgia/North Florida Eye Partners will be closing at the end of December. Those patients who had been going to…
Florida voters urged to update registration following new driver’s license changes
Bri Rodriguez news@greenepublishing.com Election officials across the state are encouraging Floridians to update their voter registration to ensure they can vote without difficulties. The fix is simple – voters just need to…
Greenville Christmas Festival set for this weekend
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The Town of Greenville is set to sparkle with Christmas spirit as the Greenville Christmas Festival returns on Saturday, Dec. 13, at Haffye Hayes Park, located on W U.S….
New career in the New Year: free broadband training boot camp
Career Source Courtesy The next Creating Connections Fiber Optics Boot Camp is set to take place early in the new year for eligible residents interested in high-paying, in-demand careers in broadband telecommunications….
Slice the price, support the cause: North Florida Paws launches Domino’s fundraiser
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com North Florida Paws is serving up a delicious opportunity for pizza lovers across the region while raising funds for its Prevent-a-Litter spay and neuter program. Until Tuesday, Dec. 16,…
J.P. Moore Mortuary hosts Fifth Annual Thanksgiving Miracle Ham Giveaway
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com J.P. Moore Mortuary and Cremation Services welcomed steady lines of families on Monday, Nov. 24, during its Fifth Annual Thanksgiving Miracle Giveaway. The drive-through event ran from 3 p.m….