Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Lee Public Library, located at 7783 E U.S. Hwy. 90, in Lee, is starting a Lego club for any children ages six years old and older. The first…
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Madison Youth Soccer camp approaches
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com A Madison Youth Soccer camp is being held for children ages three-years old and older. Registration for one day of Madison Youth Soccer camp is $25. Registration for two…
Madison County Community Farm Share has Hurricane supplies coming
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison County Community Farm Share has a shipment of hurricane supplies, including food, water and other items coming to Sumpter James Park on Saturday, June 7. Distribution will begin…
Reel in the fun on two license-free fishing weekends
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Contributor Save the dates for two upcoming license-free fishing weekends hosted by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), a perfect opportunity to try fishing…
Florida marks National Safe Boating Week with release of FWC 2024 boating accident report
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Contributor As National Safe Boating Week (NSBW) concludes, boating safety advocates in Florida and nationwide are urging boaters to stay vigilant as the summer season begins….
2025 Atlantic hurricanes named
Cheltsie Holbrook cheltsie@greenepublishing.com The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season will officially kick off on Sunday, June 1, and the first name on the list of storms will be Andrea. Who names the storms,…
Upcoming hurricane season predicted to be “above-normal”
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com With hurricane season rapidly approaching, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an “above-normal” hurricane season. The start date of the Atlantic hurricane season is on Sunday,…
Meet Mockingbird Public Adjusting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com After spending several years working in both private sector and government in the realm of project management and mediation, Matthew Andress found himself at a crossroads. As a way…
Hurricane season returns; here’s how to be prepared
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com Hurricane Preparedness Week may be one of the most important in the State of Florida. Observed annually in May, the week aims to raise awareness for preparedness for those…
Emergency preparedness for special needs residents
Before an emergency threatens the state, have a plan in place. People with unique abilities or special needs may face obstacles that require more detailed planning. Here are recommendations that may assist…
Three storms leave significant damage
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Big Bend region of Florida has seen more than its fair share of hurricanes in recent years. The impacts of Hurricanes Idalia, Debby and Helene will be seen…
Pack and prepare for the hurricane season
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A recent survey shows that roughly half of the people in the U.S. Have some kind of emergency “go-to” kit in their home. Even at that, about a quarter…
Stay informed with CODE RED
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com With hurricane season under way and more severe weather predicted, now is the time to be prepared. One crucial part of your preparedness should be signing up for CODE…
Disaster preparedness sales tax holiday declared
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The disaster preparedness holiday is being held from Thursday, May 15, through Saturday, May 31, with a second holiday from Monday, June 2, through Sunday, June 15. Tax-free items…
Prepare your landscape and trees for the hurricane season
Megan Winslow, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Contributor Given the damaging impacts of hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton last year, you may want to prepare your landscape and trees for the…
Sago palms raise huge toxic risk to your pets
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Sago palms, or also known as Cycas Revoluta, is an ornamental plant that is common in the Southern U.S. It is commonly used as a landscaping or indoor plant….
FloridaCommerce launches office of broadband grant registration portal
Florida Commerce Contributor FloridaCommerce launched the Broadband Grant Registration Portal to streamline the application process for future broadband grant programs. Connecting Florida’s small cities and rural communities to broadband internet through workforce…
Edge of Town holds bingo night
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Edge of Town, located at 8289 E U.S. Hwy. 90, in Lee, is holding a bingo night on Thursday, June 5, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. The…
MCFR hosts Business After Hours
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, May 20, Madison County Fire Rescue (MCFR) hosted Business After Hours. Lt. Jason Matchett led visitors on a tour of their new ambulance and gave demonstrations on…
Jail Report
Greene Publishing, Inc. publishes the Jail Report each week based on information provided by the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). It is the policy of Greene Publishing, Inc. to print each name,…