LSF Health Systems Contributor National First Responders Day on Monday, Oct. 28, is a time to recognize the brave men and women who support citizens during their worst days. In honor of…
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Mobile dental unit brings a smile to local residents
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, many local residents didn’t have a lot to smile about, but that soon changed for 59 people in need of dental care. Thanks…
Local musician to perform in concert
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Local acclaimed pianist John Beggs will be performing his program, “Comfort in Classic,” in Tallahassee on Friday, Nov. 1. The concert will take place at Fellowship Baptist Church, located…
MCFR celebrates Fire Prevention Week at LES
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Fire and Rescue (MCFR) members of the Tanker One and Medic One crews recently visited Lee Elementary School (LES) on Monday, Oct. 7, and raised awareness for…
Drawing smiles, one crayon at a time
Danny Federico news@greenepublishing.com The Crayon Initiative, a nonprofit organization, is making a difference in the lives of children in hospitals by providing them with free crayons to brighten their days and foster…
Debbie Taylor: Beating breast cancer by divine intervention
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Greenville resident Debbie Taylor was pretty consistent at having regular mammograms, until 2013. For some reason, she missed her exam but thought nothing of it. In November of that…
Early detection is the key to a cure
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Deana Carr, a Mammography Technologist at Madison County Memorial Hospital (MCMH), speaks with a great deal of authority when she talks about the value of regular mammograms. Although she…
NFC and CareerSource North Florida hold a Manufacturing Career Expo
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com North Florida College (NFC) and CareerSource North Florida are holding a Manufacturing Career Expo on Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the NFC Colin P….
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Critical Financial Lessons from Hurricane Helene – Preparing for a hurricane and stress-testing your financial planning
Hurricane Helene became one of the most powerful storms in the Gulf of Mexico, with winds exceeding 100 mph impacting the eastern coastline. Helene serves as a stark reminder of the importance…
Jail Report
Oct. 8 Joshua Brickel – Attach registration license plate not assigned, drug equipment possession and/or use Jordan Herring – Probation violation Oct. 9 Francis Porter – Attaching registration plate not assigned Oct….
Benefit performance coming to Lighthouse Christian Center
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Lighthouse Christian Church will host Christian comedian Mickey Bell and former “The Voice” winner Todd Tilghman on Saturday, Oct. 19. The event, which will begin at 6 p.m., invites…
CareerSource North Florida hosts Business After Hours
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Sept. 17, the local CareerSource North Florida office hosted the Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours mixer. Several local men and women took advantage of the opportunity…
Rotarians hear about Madison Correctional Institution
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, Sept. 18, the Rotarians heard a program from Amelia Hill, Warden at Madison Correctional Institution (MCI). Hill talked…
Madison FFA alumni hold bream fishing tournament
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Future Farmers of America (FFA) Alumni recently held a bream fishing tournament on Saturday, Sept. 21, with the weigh-in at 3 p.m. First place winners were Travis…
It’s Peanut Butter Challenge time
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com October is the middle of peanut season in Florida, and there’s no better time for the annual Peanut Butter Challenge. Each year, the UF/IFAS Extension service joins forces with…
Allen Chapel hosts health fair
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church is hosting the Octoberfest Health Fair on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.The topic of the fair is “weathering the storm,” and…
BullPen hosts halloween party
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Edge of Town, located at 8289 E U.S. Hwy, in Lee, will host a Halloween party on Saturday, Oct. 26, starting at 7 p.m. There will be food,…
It’s time to show your boss some love
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Wednesday, Oct. 16, is Boss’ Day, which has sometimes been criticized for causing employees to kowtow to their employers in order to stay in their good graces. However, the…
Six Boss’ Day ideas to show your appreciation
quantumworkplace.com Contributor 1. Sign a team card Showing appreciation doesn’t have to be complicated. Keep it simple and old school with a heartfelt card signed by the whole team. 2. Give a…
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During this terrible and destructive hurricane season, our hearts are with everyone in our community, communities around us, Asheville, the Gulf Coast, and other impacted communities. If you’re like me, your mind…