Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Saturday, Aug. 10, was a very special day for a very special celebrity who visited Madison that day. Smokey Bear, the iconic figure who urges campers to use caution…
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4-H travels to Cloudland Canyon State Park
Lauren Williams, 4-H Club Leader Contributor On Saturday, July 20, Madison County 4-H’ers with the Saddles and Spurs 4-H Club traveled to Cloudland Canyon State Park in Rising Fawn, Ga. for four…
Rotarians receive elections information
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During their regular meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 14, the Madison Rotary Club heard a presentation from Madison County Supervisor of Elections Heath Driggers. Driggers updated the service club members…
The Bush Wealth Advantage – The Rising Costs of Back-to-School and Education
Each year, the back-to-school season brings a mix of excitement and anxiety for families across the United States. As students prepare to return to the classroom, parents and grandparents face the growing…
Being a voice for the voiceless
Tiffany Ottey news@greenepublishing.com In the quiet moments between calls, the work of animal services officers may seem straightforward; rescuing lost pets, handling strays and ensuring the welfare of animals. However, for those…
Director Jennifer Burleson
1. When and why did you become an Animal Services Officer? Animal Welfare has always been a way of life in our family. As a young child my mother worked in a…
Officer Rich Moser
1. When and why did you become an Animal Services Officer? I became an Animal Services Officer to help the animals. 2. How long have you been apart of the Animal Services…
Officer Buddy Kemp
1. When and why did you become an Animal Services Officer? I started working for Madison County Animal Control back in 2019. I had not put much thought into the position at the…
Participate in the Great Florida Pollinator Census Count
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com About 40 percent of pollinator species are facing the danger of extinction. To fight this problem, Madison Garden Club and the Taylor County Extension Office are holding a Great…
Disaster preparedness presentation offered
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Lt. Jason Matchett will give an informative presentation on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Madison First Methodist Church, located at 248 SW Rutledge St.,…
Bingo Night approaches at the Edge of Town
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Join the Edge of Town, located at 8289 E U.S. Hwy. 90, in Lee, on Thursday, Aug. 29, for a fun night of Bingo, from 6 p.m. until 8…
Florida Farm Bureau announces Youth Speech Contest
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Florida Farm Bureau Federation (FFBF) of Madison County is holding a youth speech contest on Thursday, Aug. 29, at 4 p.m. at the Madison Farm Bureau Office, located…
Nominations for the George Townsend Good Neighbor Award being accepted
Emerald Greene emerald@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Farm Bureau is once again accepting nominations for the George Townsend Good Neighbor Award. This award was named after George Townsend, who exemplified generosity and a…
Celebrate World Senior Citizens Day
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com There are approximately 62 million adults aged 65 and older living in the U.S., which is 18 percent of the nation’s population. National Senior Citizens Day recognizes seniors who…
Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month observed
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month is observed in August. Without early detection and treatment, uncorrected vision disorders in children can impair healthy development, interfere with learning and may…
It’s time to put on your dancing shoes!
Becky Robinson Contributor “Back to School” means it’s time to go back to dancing school as well. On Tuesday, September 9, the sound of tapping feet and lively music will once again…
Veteran-owned businesses sought
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Members of the American Legion and the American Legion Riders are working on compiling a list of veteran-owned businesses in the Madison County area. This is for the purpose…
MCHS “Cougars” class of 1974 holds 50 class reunion
Adyson Hammock reporter@greenepublishing.com Attention, all members of the Madison County High School (MCHS) “Cougars” class of 1974! It’s been fifty years since graduation, and they will be celebrating soon. On Saturday, Aug….
The Station RV Resort holds grand opening and ribbon cutting
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Sept. 6, from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. the Station RV Resort, located at 343 SE Balboa Dr., in Madison, will hold a grand opening and ribbon…
Jail Report
Aug. 06 Ernest Kitchen – Criminal registration Kari Cravens – Petit theft second degree first offense Aug. 07 Keandre Robinson – Criminal registration Willie Ash – Out of county warrant/Hamilton County William…