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Category: Community News
Youth football and cheer camp planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Building on their success from last year that saw close to 300 participants, the Ironhead Gallon Family Foundation (IGFF) is planning for their Second Annual Ironhead Gallon Youth Football…
How to find the right fit for summer camp
Metro Contributor Finding the right summer camp can be challenging. A range of variables, including budget, availability and accessibility, must be considered before making a decision that’s right for each family. As…
Your 2026 guide to Summer Fun
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com School may be out for the summer, but there is still plenty happening across the community for families and children to enjoy. From summer camp programs to Vacation Bible…
American Legion places flags
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Between the American Legion Post 442, in Lee and the American Legion Post 224, in Cherry Lake, close to 400 American flags have been placed to wave proudly around…
Jail Report 5.21 – 5.27
May 21 Ronny Humphrey – Out of county warrant/Charlotte County Jakala McCallum – Failure to appear Montarious Marshall – Flee/Elude police with disregard of safety to persons or property, failure to remain at…
Fatal Memorial Day crash closes interstate
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) a late afternoon crash on Interstate 10, in Madison County, closed the westbound lanes of traffic for an extended…
Possible funding for Madison County could be on the way
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, May 27, State Representative Allison Tant’s informed the commissioners that included in the $114.5 billion…
CPR: A skill that can save lives
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Every second counts during a cardiac emergency, and knowing how to perform CPR can mean the difference between life and death. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, better known as CPR, is an…
AEDs: a lifesaving tool anyone can use
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com When a person experiences sudden cardiac arrest, quick action can save a life. Along with CPR, an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is one of the most important tools available…
Lee Public Library hosts Law Enforcement Appreciation Day celebration
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The community came together recently to show support and appreciation for local law enforcement during a special Law Enforcement Appreciation Day hosted by the Lee Public Library. Sheriff David…
MCSO to host Teen Driver Challenge
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is inviting local teens to participate in the upcoming Teen Driver Challenge, scheduled for June 23, at the North Florida College (NFC) Public…
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…
Madison Rotary Club hears about Charlotte’s Hope
During the regular lunch meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, May 27, the members heard a presentation from Liz King, founder of Charlotte’s Hope Ministries. Charlotte’s Hope derives its name…
Finding strength through the struggle: Alicia Redding’s journey of growth and purpose
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com For years, Alicia Redding felt like she had lost herself. After moving from New York to Madison County in 2016, with her previous-husband following his military service, Redding said…
From coma to comeback: Malcom Wingfield’s relentless fight to live again
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublsihing.com For Malcom Wingfield, resilience is something he learned over time, shaped by where he came from, the challenges he pursued and the recovery he continues to work through today….
Celebrating 50 years of dance
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The stage at Van H. Priest Auditorium came alive Saturday, May 16, as dancers of all ages took part in Becky’s Dance Step Studio (BDSS)’s 50th annual dance recital….
Meet Our Smarty Pants: MCCS Valedictorian and Salutatorian Announced
Jony Chirinos-Sanchez Valedictorian Jony Chirinos-Sanchez, a 14-year-old student at Madison County Central School (MCCS), has been named the Valedictorian of the 2026 graduating class. Chirinos-Sanchez’s favorite subject in school is Algebra because…
NFC and MCHS Bands hold successful joint performance
Ady Kinsley news@greenepublishing.com Monday, May 11 was an exciting evening for many, as the North Florida College (NFC) Jazz Combo held their final Spring Concert with special performances from the Madison County…
20th of May Heritage Banquet held
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, May 15, the Madison County Restoration Committee held their annual 20th of May Heritage Banquet. With the theme, “Building Unity in the Community,” the evening was an…