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Fourth of July for your pets
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com As summer kicks into full-gear, American’s everywhere prepare to fire up their grills, stoke up their inner patriot and get the fireworks ready for the Fourth of July. This…
Dog Days of Summer
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com The popular phrase, “the dog days of summer” describes the days of late summer, but many may not be aware of the origin of the phrase. The “dog days…
Janice Ethel Lamb
Janice Ethel Lamb, aged 86, of Jacksonville, Fla., passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024. Lamb was born in Madison County, Fla., on Nov. 25,1937. She graduated from Madison High School (1955),…
Vera Mae English Register
Mrs. Vera Mae English Register, age 74, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 23, 2024, in Madison, Fla. Vera was born on March 22, 1950, to Wesley and Margaret…
Madison County FFA Alumni holds Boston Butt fundraiser
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Future Farmers of America (FFA) Alumni are holding a Boston Butt fundraiser supporting agriculture education students throughout Madison. They will be selling Boston Butts until Sunday,…
Deerwood Inn and Campground operates under new ownership
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Deerwood Inn and Campground has recently begun operation under new ownership and management, and with the new ownership, many improvements are under way. New owner Robert Sutliff and…
Grocery locker opens
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com If you are in need of emergency food, there is an easy accessible grocery locker at the Madison Health Department, located at 218 SW Third Ave., in Madison. An…
The Florida Future Chef competition is accepting student applications
Kenzie James news@greenepublishing.com The annual Florida Future Chef competition, sponsored by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, is currently accepting applications for contestants for the 2024 competition. Students from seven-years-old…
Boyz to Kings holds awards ceremony
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com A large crowd gathered on Tuesday, May 28, for the Boyz to Kings (BTK) Awards Day, held in the James Madison Preparatory High School gym. Many hard-working students were…
Madison Health and Rehab Center holds Father’s Day luncheon
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Health and Rehabilitation Center recently held a special Father’s Day luncheon for all their fathers. On Thursday, June 13, the Madison Health and Rehabilitation Center, located at…
Back to school event planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The 1158 Boyz and Hoop Dynasty will be hosting a back to school event on Saturday, Aug. 3, starting at 12 p.m. There will be free haircuts, free food,…
Dog Days of Summer!
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Charlie has been at the Madison County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services kennel for 182 days and, according to his caretakers, is “absolutely the perfect package of brains and sweetness.”…
Steps to protect yourself from identity theft
The Bush Wealth Advantage Identity theft hits your finances, but also can affect your taxes too. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States, with as many…
Friends pull together to help a neighbor
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It wasn’t an opportunity to get together and have some fun with friends. It was also an opportunity to help a neighbor who has obviously been available to help…
Get prepared with Florida Tropical Training Week
Adyson Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Saturday, June 1 marked the beginning of the Atlantic Hurricane Season, and the Florida National Weather Service (NWS) is providing free virtual tropical training from Monday, July 29 until…
MCSO holds second Women’s Self-Defense Class
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) hosted a second Women’s Self-Defense Class on Saturday, June 8. Undersheriff Chris Andrews and Captain Jarrod Lauth taught the class and gave helpful tips…
MCHS Band holds spring concert
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Bands from Madison County High School (MCHS) and the Sentinel Jazz Combo from North Florida College performed during the Spring Concert, held at the Van H. Priest Auditorium on…
A new ‘roo arrives at the wildlife center
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com The North Florida Wildlife Center in Lamont, Fla. has welcomed a new red kangaroo, Evie. She is just nine months old and is quickly making friends with the center’s…
VOICES for Children: Advocating for children in the Third Judicial Circuit
Bea Coker news@greenepublishing.com VOICES for Children is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization standing as a beacon of hope for abused and neglected children in Suwannee, Columbia, Lafayette, Hamilton, Dixie, Madison and Taylor Counties…