FDEP Contributor Florida’s award-winning state parks, trails and historic sites offer some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world — and, this summer, nature lovers and photographers are invited to capture…
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Nine children drown, five million pools recalled
Kathy Egan news@greenepublishing.com Every summer, families everywhere purchase above-ground pools from major retailers and anticipate hours of splashing fun for their children. Be careful! Over five million pools are now being recalled…
The good, the bad and the ugly: “Superman”
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com Introduction: “Superman” was released to American audiences on Friday, July 11. It is the first film in the DC Universe and the second reboot of the Superman films. The…
Five ways to show seniors they’re appreciated
Metro Contributor Senior citizens account for a significant percentage of the overall population. Estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau released in 2020 indicate the nation’s 65-and-older population had grown by more than…
World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly: Celebrating the silver-haired legends among us
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly is celebrated this year on Sunday, July 27. This relatively new recognition began in 2021, when Pope Francis instituted the celebration…
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,…
The Bush Wealth Advantage – Postage stamps, inflation & an investor’s dilemma: Inflation is a structural force that affects how we spend, save, and invest
In July 2025, the cost of mailing a letter in the United States went up – again. The United States Postal Service increased the price of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp from…
Christmas in July fundraiser planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Sgt. Howard Cleveland Barker American Legion Post 422, in Lee, will be holding a special “Christmas in July” yard sale at the American Legion Post. The yard sale…
Florida State Parks visit the Madison Public Library
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Florida State Parks workers, Amy Bauer and Laura Kwaak, visited the Madison Public Library on Tuesday, July 8, from 10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Bauer and Kwaak showed everyone…
Fashion show planned for seniors
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A fundraising fashion show is planned for the benefit of the Senior Citizens Council of Madison County. The event, featuring the “Men of Madison,” is scheduled to take place…
American Legion Post hosts Business After Hours
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, July 10, American Legion Post 224, in Cherry Lake, served as host for the Madison Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event. The Post also took the…
Forgotten Coast K9 to put down roots in the Forgotten Coast
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Since 2020, Chris O’Brian, of Forgotten Coast K9, has strived to change the lives of U.S. military veterans and those afflicted by mental and emotional health conditions. His company…
City Commission elects Jim Stanley as mayor
The Madison City Commission held a special meeting on Wednesday, July 16, hoping to fill the district four vacancy created by the resignation of Byron Poore. Former commissioner Jim Stanley was elected…
Seven Oaks Health’s new mobile unit brings hope, help and healing to big bend
Big Bend Hospice Contributor Big Bend Hospice and its parent organization, Seven Oaks Health, celebrated a milestone initiative made possible through funding from the Florida Department of Health. The event was held…
Get ready to walk “Out of the Darkness” this November
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com Registration is now open for the annual Tallahassee Out of the Darkness Walk, which will be coming up on Sunday, Nov. 2. Community members across North Florida will participate…
Tracey Fletcher visits the Madison Public Library
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Tracey Fletcher, a member of Capitol Bells, in Tallahassee, paid a visit to the Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison, on Tuesday, July 1 as…
Protect your vehicle during National Vehicle Theft Protection Month
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com July is National Vehicle Theft Protection Month, and the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is taking the opportunity to remind everyone of ways to protect themselves from vehicle theft….
Unity in the Community event to be held
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Join Rev. O’Hara C. Black and the Pineland Missionary Baptist Church this Saturday, July 19 at 10 a.m. for their annual Unity in the Community event. This event will be…
The history of tattoos
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Tattoos have been around for approximately 5,000 years, with the oldest documented tattoos found on an iceman named Otzi who scientists say lived during 3,300 B.C. Here is some…
Edge of Town holds Bingo night
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Edge of Town, located at 8289 U.S. 90, in Lee, will host Bingo afternoon on Saturday, July 12, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Funds raised will be split…