Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Howard C. Barker American Legion Post 422, in Lee, will be celebrating a year of service to Veterans, their families and the Madison County community on Thursday, June…
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July Fourth celebration 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 Friday, July 4, at 6…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Staying afloat in a sea of debt
Aaron Taylor Contributor Many people may only concentrate on reducing their debts when the economy begins to slow down. However, it may be smart to practice sound debt management even when times…
Jail Report 6.3 – 6.10
June 3 Corey McNeil – Possession of synthetic narcotics with intent to sell, possession of synthetic narcotics over 10 grams, drug equipment possession and/or use, possession of a controlled substance/MDMA, possession of…
Have you seen a turkey? The FWC wants to know
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking the help of Floridians across the state as they conduct their annual Wild Turkey Summer Survey. The FWC conducts…
Madison County Sheriff’s Office hosts women’s self-defense class
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, May 9, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) hosted their fourth self-defense class geared toward women. This time, the class was held at the Florida Sheriff’s Youth…
Hill’s House of Hope celebrates Grand Opening with ribbon cutting
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The community, local leaders, churches and supporters gathered on Wednesday, June 10 to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of Hill’s House of Hope, a new emergency-assistance center dedicated to…
Madison County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of jury duty scam
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is warning residents to remain vigilant as a phone scam targeting local citizens has resurfaced in the area. According to Sheriff David Harper,…
Duke Energy Florida implements third rate reduction to lower residential customer bills by approximately 25% in 2026
Aly Raschid Contributor Duke Energy Florida will implement its third rate reduction of 2026 from June through September, lowering residential customer bills by approximately $50, or 25%, for every 1,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh)…
Madison Rotary Club and Walt’s Live Oak Ford team up to help kids
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the annual Down Home Days celebration on Saturday, April 18, the Madison Rotary Club and Walt’s Live Oak Ford worked together to help raise funds for the…
Young Florida chefs invited to compete for scholarships and statewide recognition
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Florida students ages eight to 12 are invited to showcase their culinary talents in the 2026 Florida Future Chef Competition, hosted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer…
Madison County Memorial Hospital to welcome new primary care physician
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Memorial Hospital (MCMH) invites the community to meet the newest addition to their medical staff at an upcoming Meet and Greet event open to the public. The…
American Legion Post 422 to celebrate anniversary
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Howard C. Barker American Legion Post 422, in Lee, will be celebrating a year of service to Veterans, their families and the Madison County community on Thursday,…
Groundbreaking set for BioActive Forages
Doug Brown Contributor The groundbreaking ceremony for BioActive Forages will take place on Tuesday, June 16, at 10 a.m. at the Madison County Industrial Park on Dale Leslie Drive just off County…
The day my heart stopped – a cardiac arrest survivor’s story
Tiffany Blaner news@greenepublishing.com Every year, more than 350,000 people suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrests. Around 90 percent of those cardiac arrests are fatal. Approximately 200 Americans under the age of 25 die each…
Summer BreakSpot program returns to Madison County
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Families in Madison County will once again have access to free summer meals for children and teens through Florida’s Summer BreakSpot program. The program provides nutritious meals at no…
Strengthen your property and check your insurance coverage
American Property Casualty Insurance Association Contributor The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season is here. Now is the time to strengthen your property to reduce potential damage and check your insurance coverage to make…
June library events
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com With school out and the summer months upon us, parents may be on the lookout for activities youngsters to enjoy. But summer time isn’t just for kids. The Madison…
Memorial Day service held
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Memorial Day weekend kicked off in Madison with a special service honoring veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice on Friday, May 22, in Four Freedoms Park. The event was…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Financial moves to make when suddenly single
Kent Patrick Most of us cannot imagine the sudden loss of our spouse. Yet, difficult as it may seem to accept, U.S. Census data indicates that the overwhelming majority of married women…