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…
Category: Community News
Kiwanis Club hears from Greenville Town Manager
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison Kiwanis Club met on Thursday, Jan. 8, with Greenville Town Manager Dr. Victoria Kingston addressing the group about progress being made in the town. Before discussing the…
April First drug bust proves no laughing matter
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A drug bust that occurred on April 1, of 2025 turned out to be no April Fools’ joke for a Greenville man who was recently sentenced to 30 months…
Bingo planned to support Lee American Legion
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com There will be an evening of fun and fellowship when the Cornerstone Cafe, in Lee, hosts a night of Bingo on Saturday, Jan. 17. The fun begins at…
Creativity takes off as Lee Public Library hosts birdhouse workshop
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Lee Public Library recently hosted a birdhouse painting workshop on Friday, Jan. 2, that brought together community members of all ages for a fun and creative afternoon. The…
A heartbeat of the community: the women behind the Lee Public Library
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Tucked quietly in the town of Lee is a place that hums with life far beyond what meets the eye. While the Lee Public Library may appear calm and…
DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship Now Accepting Applications: Apply by Jan. 31
Ami Neiberger Contributor Undergraduate and graduate students studying music can apply for the DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship now through Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Sponsored by the National Society Daughters of the…
More than $4.5 million in funding announced for North Florida water resource projects
Suwannee River Water Management District Contributor Governor Ron DeSantis, on Wednesday, Dec. 3, announced the approval of more than $4.5 million in funding for a trio of projects that will help strengthen…
Madison Seniors celebrate New Year’s early
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The year 2026 rang in a little early for many Madison County Seniors who gathered for a fun New Year’s Eve party during their regular lunch time on Wednesday,…
Domestic violence can affect anyone
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com Did you know that over 10 million people are affected by domestic violence every year? According to Break the Cycle, nearly one in four women and two in five…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: New to investing?
Kent Patrick Contributor Starting to invest for the first time can feel overwhelming. Between market headlines, unfamiliar terminology and fear of making the wrong decision, many people delay investing simply because they…
Gregory Anderson honors FAMU professor father with “Deck the Hallways” film
Story Submitted Contributor This holiday season, a Florida son honors his late father’s legacy with a heartwarming Lifetime Holiday Movie. The film, “Deck the Hallways,” is a story of family, tradition and…
New career in the New Year: free broadband training boot camp
CareerSource Contributor 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. Creating…
55-Plus Club to hear about Residing Hope
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular luncheon meeting of the 55-Plus Club on Wednesday, Jan. 14, the members will hear a presentation from Neva Baltzell, the Director of the Residing Hope Children’s…
The Jan/Feb Front Porch magazine has arrived!
Emerald Greene emerald@greenepublishing.com It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the Jan/Feb 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed and subscribers should…
Teachers of the Year to be honored
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Foundation for Excellence in Education (MCFEE) will be hosting their annual Golden Apple Teacher of the Year Awards Banquet on Thursday, Jan. 15, at 6:30 p.m….
Madison hurler among nation’s best
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Although he’s just in the eighth grade, Brayson Thompson already sports a 6’2”, 190 frame and has one of the top speeds in the state for the 60-yard dash…
MCSO offers self-defense class
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to empower women in Madison County, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) will be offering a self-defense class for female teens and adults. The classes,…
Help coming for rural businesses
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com North Florida College will be the site for an event targeted toward helping small businesses located in rural Florida. FloridaCommerce and the Florida Small Business Development Center are…