Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Long before he was balancing county budgets, safeguarding public records or representing Madison County on statewide committees, Billy Washington was simply a hometown kid growing up in a family…
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Jail Report
June 26 Tracy Robinson – Probation violation Marc Jean-Louis – Excessive speeding in excess of the speed limit by 50 mph or more at 100 mph or more Donald Hannah – Driving…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Your home is likely your biggest retirement asset
Stacy Bush Contributor For many Americans, especially those in their peak earning years, the home is not just a place to live – it’s the largest single asset in the retirement portfolio….
Community networking forum planned for Veterans
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Office of Veteran Services will be hosting a Community Networking Forum to address the issues of homelessness and stable housing for Veterans. This forum will feature…
Senior Center to host Bingo
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com There will be another evening of Bingo fun on Monday, July 20, at the Madison Senior Citizens Center, located at 1161 SW Harvey Greene Sr., in Madison. Everyone is…
Honoring National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com “Once my loved ones accepted the diagnosis, healing began for the entire family, but it took too long. It took years. Can’t we, as a nation, begin to speed…
Summer Fun Calendar
Monday, July 13 – Thursday, July 16 North Florida College, Volleyball Camp 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. $50 per child, incoming sixth through twelfth grade Register at NFC.edu Monday, July 13 -…
Learning and adventure at Camp Cherry Lake
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Campers had an exciting and educational experience at Camp Cherry Lake on Friday, June 12, where learning came to life through hands-on activities and outdoor adventures. Throughout the week,…
My Shepherd’s Ranch: Helping horses find greater purpose
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When Silvan “Timber” Suazo was working as a woodland firefighter in Colorado, he was quickly made aware that getting to a place where he needed to be was often…
Rotarians illuminated on Porch Light Project
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, July 1, the Rotarians installed Emily Margulis as the new club president. She will be at the helm…
Cowboys hold summer workouts
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com For many of the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboy hopefuls, the hot days of summer are not a time for sitting on the sofa, playing video games. For…
Jail Report 6.18 – 6.24
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,…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: 401(k) millionaires surge amid market growth
Stacy Bush Contributor The number of 401(k) millionaires has surged by 27 percent in 2024, according to recent data from Fidelity Investments. This sharp increase reflects strong market performance, higher contribution rates,…
The Front Porch has arrived!
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the July/August 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed, and subscribers should…
MCSO deputy injured in crash
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a preliminary investigation report from the Florida Highway Patrol, a Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) deputy was seriously injured in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 (I-10)….
July Fourth celebrations planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In honor of the nation’s 250th birthday, the Madison Lions Club is planning their annual God and Country Celebration. The fun kicks off on Saturday, July 4, at 6…
Greg Vickers for Madison County Commission
Listen. Lead. Invest in Madison’s Future. “Will we shape growth, or will growth shape us?” Madison County has always been a place where neighbors help neighbors, where hard work matters, and where…
How will eliminating property taxes affect Madison County?
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Washington gives presentation on the County’s budgetary proces In an effort to keep Madison County citizens informed, Madison County Clerk of Courts and County Comptroller, Billy Washington, gave a…
American icons through history
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com America has produced more than just freedom, a unique government and a plethora of life changing inventions. The states have also created some of the most enduring icons. Whether…
From Colonies to Country: How the Declaration of Independence came to be
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com The original 13 colonies and Great Britain had been at war for over a year before the Declaration of Independence came to be. Britain had enacted multiple acts of…