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…
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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…
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 k while catching up on their library accounts through its annual Food for Fines program, running…
Beware of the new tap to pay scam
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com Scams and scammers are constantly evolving. It seems like every time the public figures out a way to combat a scam, a new one pops up. Now, the Better…
Jeff Keel miraculously recovers from major heart issues
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison resident Jeff Keel is a man of many talents. He is a musician, a former school teacher and a passionate dog trainer, currently owning Evenkeel K-9. Keel spends…
Texas Hold ’em poker tournament planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Poker aficionados are urged to try their luck during a Texas Hold ‘em poker tournament, sponsored by the Madison County Chamber of Commerce. The tournament will take place on…
Veterans support groups planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In response to requests, the Lee American Legion Post 422 will be hosting Veterans support group meetings, starting on Friday, Jan. 16. There will be two different sessions on…
How New Year’s traditions took root in North Florida
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Long before midnight countdowns, fireworks and televised celebrations, the arrival of New Year’s celebrations in North Florida was marked quietly, shaped by survival, faith and the rhythms of daily…
New Year’s superstitions around the world
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Many people have odd superstitions when it comes to New Year’s celebrations. From avoiding certain foods and chores to throwing furniture out of the window, several cultures across the…
First Baptist Church of Madison’s Christmas happenings
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com First Baptist Church of Madison has had an eventful December. On Sunday, Dec. 21, the church held their annual Christmas pageant. The play, directed by Theresa Hale, Cassey Andrews and…
St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church holds candlelight service
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Members and guests of St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church enjoyed a Christmas meal together on Wednesday, Dec. 17, as part of their yearly Christmas Candlelight Service. The event was…
MCSD Transportation Department spreads Christmas cheer to senior citizens
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com This Christmas season, while many were working on ordering, buying and wrapping gifts for their own families, the Madison County School District (MCSD) Transportation Department was working on something…
Aucilla Christian Academy students tour Full Circle Dairy
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Dec. 11, a group of first-grade students from Aucilla Christian Academy took a tour of Full Circle Dairy, in Lee. It was a fun and educational experience…
ARI ends a productive year of educational outreach
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com As 2025 comes to a close, the Aucilla Research Institute (ARI) is celebrating another year of research and educational outreach in the Big Bend. Each year, ARI offers local…
Cowboys fall to Bulldogs
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was a tough end to 2025 for the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys varsity basketball team. After starting the season with a 1-1 mark, the Cowboys dropped…
Meet the 2025-26 Varsity Cowboys
The Madison County High School varsity Cowboys are ready to provide plenty of basketball action during the 2025-26 basketball season. Pictured in the front, from left to right, are: Head Coach Allen…
Cheerleader Spotlights
Abby McLeod is the 14-year-old daughter of Lindsay Arnold and has been a cheerleader for four year. She says attending the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Cheer Camp has been her most memorable…
Junior Auxiliary helps spread Christmas cheer for kids
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Christmas season became a little brighter for dozens of children on Tuesday, Dec. 16, thanks to the efforts of the Junior Auxiliary of Madison organization. The group began…
Jail Report
Dec. 17 Marcell Barfield – Trespassing structure or conveyance Dec. 18 Terrence Jennings – Probation violation Dec. 19 Cameo Freelove – Out of county warrant/Sarasota County John Lones – Criminal registration Michael…