Wednesday, October 15 A Healthy Heart Ambassador blood pressure self-monitoring class will be held at the Greenville Senior Center, located at 154 SW Old Mission Ave., in Greenville, from 10 a.m. until…
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October is National Financial Planning Month: Five tips to finding a financial planner that fits you and your family
The financial planner you pick to manage your assets and advise you on key financial decisions affects your retirement and other major financial goals more, maybe, than even you. Make the right…
Buy your tickets now for the Chamber’s “Best of Madison” Banquet
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for one of its most anticipated annual events, the Best of Madison 2025 Banquet. The celebration will take place on…
Kiwanis Club installs new officers
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Sept. 25, the Madison Kiwanis Club held their 2025 Installation Luncheon at the Madison Extension Office. Division 3 Lt. Gov. Ben Hart had the honor of installing…
Lee hosts first annual Autumn Festival
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The town of Lee is set to celebrate the season with its first annual Autumn Festival on Friday, Oct. 31. The fun will take place across three locations: Lee…
Self-advocacy, support and strength: Kathy Panek’s story
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com “Life just smacks you in the face sometimes, and oh Lord, it was one of those times. It’s just impossible to wrap your head around.” Those were the words…
Understanding breast cancer from molecules to outcomes
Holden Grace Wilkins, Florida State University Contributor Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. About one…
Homecoming royalty crowned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com One of the most time-honored traditions continued during halftime of the Madison County High School (MCHS) vs. Pace High School football game on Friday, Oct. 3, at Boot Hill…
Cowboys fall short on Homecoming
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com While many schools schedule what is expected to be an easy game to entertain students and alumni for Homecoming, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys are not like…
Homecoming parade delights hundreds
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com One of the most anticipated events of the annual Homecoming festivities is the Homecoming Parade. This year’s parade, during the late morning hours of Friday, Oct. 3, featured decorative…
Cheerleader Spotlights: Ja’Nilah Arnold, Camryn Bass and Jordin Akins
Jordin Akins Jordin Akins has been a cheerleader since she was a youngster of four-years-old. She is the 17-year-old daughter of Monica Kelly. Among the things she enjoys most about being a…
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…
Local quilters donate to veterans
The Pine Tree Quilters recently made a generous donation of hand-sewn quilts to deserving veterans. Pictured, from left to right, are: Ralph Edmondson, Carol Gibson, LaNora Zipperer, Kendra Edmonson, Diana Rehberg, Regina…
Community Calendar
Wednesday October 8 Alongside Base Street, Madison County will be hosting “Paint the Town Pink” for Breast Cancer Awareness. This event is possible thanks to the Madison County Chamber of Commerce, Madison…
Healthy Start Coalition launches “Safe Sleep” campaign and new initiatives for fall
Anthony L. White Contributor Every year, more than 3,000 infants under the age of one die while sleeping. Nearly a third of these sudden and unexpected deaths are caused by accidental suffocation…
Friends of Evergreen Cemetery plan workday
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Friends of Evergreen Cemetery have scheduled a fall workday for Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Everyone is invited to participate. The water will be…
Healthy Start Coalition launches “Safe Sleep” campaign and new initiatives for fall
Anthony L. White Contributor Every year, more than 3,000 infants under the age of one die while sleeping. Nearly a third of these sudden and unexpected deaths are caused by accidental suffocation…
Seven Oaks Health and Big Bend Hospice welcome new chief nursing officer
Seven Oaks Health, the parent company of Big Bend Hospice, is proud to announce the appointment of Norman Pasley, MBA, MSN, RN, NHA, NE-BC, CRRN, as chief nursing officer. Pasley brings more…
Madison Garden Club hears about organic gardening
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During their regular luncheon meeting on Thursday, Oct. 2, the Madison Garden Club heard a presentation from one of their own. Garden Club Member Brenda Newman gave an…
Breast cancer survivor: Karla Hanners
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison native Karla Hanners was diagnosed with breast cancer in July of 2021. With no warnings, it was a routine exam that brought to light her condition. Over the…