Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The new year started on difficult ground for the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls varsity basketball team when they hosted the Trojans of Lincoln High School, from Tallahassee…
Category: Community News
City applauds Hometown Outreach for community services
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison City Commission met on Tuesday, Jan. 13, with a light schedule. City Manager Stanford Amos paid tribute to Hometown Outreach, a local nonprofit organization that seeks to…
Linzie Wilson: bringing learning and creativity together at the Madison Public Library
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Nestled between the corner of College Loop and NW Hamilton Avenue, the Madison Public Library has become a hotspot for creativity, thanks to Linzie Wilson, who has turned the…
Home mortgage rates dip
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Potential homeowners had a bit of good news at the end of 2025, as mortgage rate dropped at the end of calendar year 2025. According to the Primary Mortgage…
Jail Report
Dec. 31 Jamel Jones – Withhold support Jan. 01 Kennaya Richardson – Out of county warrant/Lake County, Fla. Peter Baker – Battery Yang Wang – Excessive speeding in excess of the speed…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: The Sandwich Generation
Stacy Bush Contributor Many investors in their late 30s, 40s and early 50s find themselves squeezed between competing responsibilities: saving for retirement, supporting children and helping aging parents. This “sandwich generation” faces…
Cowgirl to fly with Eagles
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com For Madison County High School (MCHS) senior Logan Bass, a Bible verse that probably hits home these days is Isaiah 40:31, that states, “But those who hope in the…
Alcoholics Anonymous offers help
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com If you or someone you know or love struggles with either alcohol or drug addiction, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) wants you to know that help is available. The North Florida…
Food for Fines Program returns to Suwannee regional libraries
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The Suwannee River Regional Library System (SRRLS) is inviting patrons to give back while catching up on their library accounts through its annual Food for Fines program, running from…
City of Madison to hold elections
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The City of Madison will be holding elections for all five City Commission seats later this year. The qualifying period for anyone interested in running for a seat on…
Non-profit recognized by the Town of Lee
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Lee Town Council on Tuesday, Jan. 6, the Town Council voted unanimously to recognize My Shepherd’s Ranch, a local non-profit, that helps to…
What’s the update on the Winn-Dixie to Aldi transition?
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com In keeping with the acquisition of the Winn Dixie in Madison by the German-based Aldi and its planned conversion into Aldi, the official word is that the store at…
Local communities to receive help
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced that an additional $167.5 million will be awarded to several Florida communities affected by the hurricanes of recent years. A total of 34…
MCFR delivers hands-on CPR training at Madison County Central School
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Central School (MCCS) staff recently participated in an engaging, high energy CPR training led by Lt. Kenny Winters, of Madison County Fire Rescue (MCFR), strengthening emergency preparedness…
Smoked Oyster Chowder
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com Wintertime sure makes the mouth water for hearty bowls of chili and simmering stews, but many of the best soup recipes take a long time to fully develop…
FDC enhances public safety through innovation and accountability in 2025
Florida Dept. of Corrections Contributor In 2025, the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) continued to advance Florida’s public safety mission through strategic investments in staffing, institutional security, officer safety, training and…
NAMI Family Support Group offers monthly family support
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Families in Madison County who have a loved one experiencing mental illness have a local place to turn for support, understanding and connection through the NAMI Family Support Group….
Rotarians discuss world events
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, Jan. 7, the club held an informal discussion about recent world events. Rotarian Joe Boyles led the discussion…