Beth Moore, 4-H Agent Contributor Madison County 4-H Club officially launched its new program year with successful first meetings held in September at the UF/IFAS Extension Office. Members, parents and leaders gathered…
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The Bush Wealth Advantage: Five easy steps to building your emergency fund
In today’s unpredictable world, having an emergency fund is not just a financial recommendation – it’s a necessity. The reality of unexpected expenses, whether they come from a medical emergency, sudden unemployment…
Rotarians hear military aircraft presentation
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, Sept. 17, the club members heard an interesting presentation on updates and improvements being made to the U.S….
Caregiver awareness walk planned at Lake Frances
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Big Bend Hospice, in partnership with Madison County Memorial Hospital, will host “The Hopeful Journey” caregiver awareness walk on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., at…
Rodeo returns to Suwannee County Fairgrounds
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com It’s rodeo time in Live Oak as the Suwannee River Roundup Professional Rodeo gears up for its fifth annual event on Friday, Oct. 17 and Saturday Oct 18, at…
Florida Commander visits Lee American Legion Post
Rick Patrcik rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Sept. 26, Navy veteran Jessica Moore, Florida’s Department Commander for the American Legion made a visit to the Sgt. Howard C. Barker American Legion Post 422,…
Pinetta Community Center to host fall yard sale in November
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Pinetta Community Center is inviting the public to its annual Fall Yard Sale on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 401 NE Empress Tree Ave….
Support FFA’s cornhhole tournament
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Future Farmers of America (FFA) will be holding a cornhole tournament as a fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 3, beginning at 2 p.m. The fun will take place at…
Alpha Kappa Alpha hosting Pink Table Talks
Mickey Starling repoprter3@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Oct. 25, from 2 to 4 p.m., the Nu Omega Omega chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. is hosting Pink Table Talks, highlighted by a…
Help still available for area families
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Although it has been a couple of years since Hurricane Idalia ravaged North Central Florida, many families are still dealing with the devastation left in the wake of…
55-Plus Club to hear from Madison County sheriff
The program for the upcoming luncheon meeting of the 55-Plus Club will be provided by Madison County Sheriff David Harper. Sheriff Harper is expected to speak about the various programs the Madison…
Madison County honors educators during World Teacher Day
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com On Sunday, Oct. 5, schools and families across Madison County are uniting to celebrate World Teacher Day, shining a spotlight on the dedicated educators who shape the community’s future….
ARI’s public conference takes the stage next month
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com The Aucilla Research Institute’s (ARI) free biennial public conference is coming up fast. Starting Friday, Oct. 3 and concluding on Saturday, Oct. 4, each day of the event will…
Community Calendar
Saturday, Sept. 27 The Edge of Town, located at 8289 U.S. 90, in Lee, will be hosting a karaoke contest starting at 8 p.m. There will be a cash prize for the…
The Bush Wealth Advantage : The two-track economy: How wealthy consumers are keeping growth afloat
As financial professionals, we often describe the U.S. economy as primarily driven by the consumer. Household spending accounts for nearly two-thirds of total economic activity, making it the cornerstone of both growth…
Learning As I Go: Fall into a dream
Franklin Clarence Mars, founder of Mars, Inc.; Jim Henson, creator of the Muppets; Ray Charles, influential musician; Stephen King, famous horror author; Ben Carson, famous neurosurgeon, what do all these people have…
National Security: Assassination
Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk was assassinated two weeks ago on the campus of Utah Valley University in Orem. He was beginning his American Comeback Tour using his familiar “prove me wrong” debate…
Childhood obesity is a burden
Kathy Egan news@greenepublishing.com The Problem The latest research available reports that as of 2024, about 20 percent of children and adolescents who are aged 2 to 19 in the U.S., are obese….
Tax repeal on commercial rent begins Oct. 1
Kathy Egan news@greenepublishing.com After Oct. 1, Florida businesses will no longer have to pay tax on the spaces they rent. Florida has long been the only state to impose a tax on…
Madison youth talent show set for October 24
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Teamreal Mez Amil and Brownzno Promotions and Marketing will present the Madison Youth Talent Show on Friday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Madison County Recreation Center located…