Jan. 16 Michael Cooper – Conservation animals/torture inflict pain serious physical injury or death, conservation animals/torment deprive mutilate kill Michael Schreiner – Grand theft $5,000 but less than $10,000, burglary of unoccupied…
Category: Community News
Watchdog group releases statewide comparison of counties’ taxes and spendings
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com Florida TaxWatch, an independent taxpayer research institute and government watchdog, recently released its 2025 report, titled “How Florida Counties Compare,” in terms of taxation, expenditures, policies and programs. The…
Madison County School Board reviews finances, facilities and student progress
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board held a workshop on Monday, Jan. 19, focusing on district finances, unused school facilities, disaster recovery matters and a comprehensive midyear academic review of…
MCTS Restoration Committee hosts community fundraiser to support future development
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The MCTS Restoration Committee hosted a fundraiser on Monday, Jan. 19, organized by committee member Dr. Ray Mobley to support long-term development and sustainability efforts. The event brought together…
Madison Senior Citizens Center set to host Indoor Yard Sale
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Come out and support the Madison Senior Citizens Center at their indoor yard sale. From Monday, Feb. 2 through Friday, Feb. 6, the senior center will be selling a…
Third Annual Forgotten Coast K9 Chili Cookoff and Beerfest “an amazing success”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Almost any day is a great day to enjoy some great chili, a good craft beer and support a great cause. This was especially true on Saturday, Jan. 17,…
Town of Greenville seeks community input for comprehensive plan 2046
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Town of Greenville is inviting residents to help shape the future of the community through its Comprehensive Plan 2046, a long-term visioning effort for growth, infrastructure and quality…
Library Spotlight: Jamen Brock helps students navigate more than just books
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Since first joining North Florida College (NFC) in 2019, Jamen Brock has become a key part of the support system that helps students succeed both inside and outside the…
Charlotte’s Hope conference coming to The Bridge
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Charlotte’s Hope Ministries presents “A Women’s Journey to God’s Love and Empowerment,” on Friday, Jan. 30 and Saturday, Jan. 31. The event is being held at The Bridge, located…
Cookie boxes available
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com West Farm Baking Co., of Madison and American Legion Post 422, in Lee are teaming up to spread the love this Valentine’s Day with cookie boxes. Each cookie…
Van H. Priest Auditorium to “come alive with The Sound of Music”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The next presentation by the North Florida College (NFC) theatre program, the Sentinel Upstage Players, will be the Rogers and Hammerstein classic, The Sound of Music. Since the musical…
Jail Report
Jan. 09 Nathaniel Burnett – Cocaine possession and sale within 1,000 feet of a specified area Butch Brinson – Cocaine possession and sale within 1,000 feet of a specified area Joey Haynes…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Navigating the financial challenges of Dementia
Aaron Taylor Contributor Dementia is a complex and devastating condition that not only affects the emotional and mental well-being of individuals but also places an immense financial burden on families. A study…
Madison Garden Club and Madison Woman’s Club hold joint meeting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com As is customary for the Madison Garden and Woman’s Clubs, their January meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8, was a combined meeting with the two clubs. The January meeting is…
Understanding the Vote event held
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to help inform local voters of the importance of making their voices heard, the Nu Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. held an…
Tax season arrives: Why hiring a professional may pay off
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com As tax filing season begins, many Americans are gathering documents and preparing for their federal income tax returns. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reminds taxpayers they are legally responsible…
FHP reminds drivers about Move Over Month
Florida Highway Patrol Contributor The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FDHSWV), and its division, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), reminds drivers that January is Move Over Month. Under Florida…
Sex offender sentenced
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During felony court proceedings on Tuesday, Jan. 6, Bryce Swilley, 32, of Madison, appeared before the Hon. Melissa Olin to answer to several charges of failure to properly register…
Probation violation results in prison time
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Jan. 6, Randolph Aikens, 67, of Madison, had his day in court to answer to a violation of probation charge. According to court records, Aikens had been…
Road paving plans discussed
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Jan. 14, Public Works Director Jamie Willoughby spoke about a number of road projects. The…