Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Many men in their 70s consider a walk around the block to be adequate exercise. However, Paul Webb, age 72, has decided instead, to ride a bicycle around…
Category: Community News
Tax season opens Jan. 26: What filers need to know
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com With the start of a new year comes a new tax season. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced that Monday, Jan. 26, is the opening date for the 2026…
Fletcher named District Teacher of the Year
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Jan. 15, the Madison County Foundation for Excellence in Education, Inc. (MCFEE) held their annual Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Banquet. This was an opportunity to shine a…
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day observed
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Jan. 19, in the Madison County Courthouse, the Madison County Chapter of The Charmettes, Inc. and the Nu Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc….
Governor announces major rate relief due to insurance and tort reforms
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced significant statewide insurance rate relief for Florida homeowners, saying that Citizens Property Insurance (CPI) policyholders statewide would see meaningful premium reductions beginning this spring…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Affordability: The defining issue of the year and what it means for investors
Political campaigns often hinge on emotion as much as economic data, and this year’s elections underscored that dynamic. Across the country, candidates framed their message around a single, powerful theme: affordability. Voters…
Jail Report 1/16 – 1/22
Jan. 16 Michael Cooper – Conservation animals/torture inflict pain serious physical injury or death, conservation animals/torment deprive mutilate kill Michael Schreiner – Grand theft $5,000 but less than $10,000, burglary of unoccupied…
Watchdog group releases statewide comparison of counties’ taxes and spendings
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com Florida TaxWatch, an independent taxpayer research institute and government watchdog, recently released its 2025 report, titled “How Florida Counties Compare,” in terms of taxation, expenditures, policies and programs. The…
Madison County School Board reviews finances, facilities and student progress
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board held a workshop on Monday, Jan. 19, focusing on district finances, unused school facilities, disaster recovery matters and a comprehensive midyear academic review of…
MCTS Restoration Committee hosts community fundraiser to support future development
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The MCTS Restoration Committee hosted a fundraiser on Monday, Jan. 19, organized by committee member Dr. Ray Mobley to support long-term development and sustainability efforts. The event brought together…
Madison Senior Citizens Center set to host Indoor Yard Sale
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Come out and support the Madison Senior Citizens Center at their indoor yard sale. From Monday, Feb. 2 through Friday, Feb. 6, the senior center will be selling a…
Third Annual Forgotten Coast K9 Chili Cookoff and Beerfest “an amazing success”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Almost any day is a great day to enjoy some great chili, a good craft beer and support a great cause. This was especially true on Saturday, Jan. 17,…
Town of Greenville seeks community input for comprehensive plan 2046
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Town of Greenville is inviting residents to help shape the future of the community through its Comprehensive Plan 2046, a long-term visioning effort for growth, infrastructure and quality…
Library Spotlight: Jamen Brock helps students navigate more than just books
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Since first joining North Florida College (NFC) in 2019, Jamen Brock has become a key part of the support system that helps students succeed both inside and outside the…
Charlotte’s Hope conference coming to The Bridge
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Charlotte’s Hope Ministries presents “A Women’s Journey to God’s Love and Empowerment,” on Friday, Jan. 30 and Saturday, Jan. 31. The event is being held at The Bridge, located…
Cookie boxes available
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com West Farm Baking Co., of Madison and American Legion Post 422, in Lee are teaming up to spread the love this Valentine’s Day with cookie boxes. Each cookie…
Van H. Priest Auditorium to “come alive with The Sound of Music”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The next presentation by the North Florida College (NFC) theatre program, the Sentinel Upstage Players, will be the Rogers and Hammerstein classic, The Sound of Music. Since the musical…
Jail Report
Jan. 09 Nathaniel Burnett – Cocaine possession and sale within 1,000 feet of a specified area Butch Brinson – Cocaine possession and sale within 1,000 feet of a specified area Joey Haynes…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Navigating the financial challenges of Dementia
Aaron Taylor Contributor Dementia is a complex and devastating condition that not only affects the emotional and mental well-being of individuals but also places an immense financial burden on families. A study…
Madison Garden Club and Madison Woman’s Club hold joint meeting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com As is customary for the Madison Garden and Woman’s Clubs, their January meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8, was a combined meeting with the two clubs. The January meeting is…