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SRWMD’s Thomas inducted into conservation Hall of Fame
SRWMD Contributor Hugh Thomas, Executive Director of the Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD), has been inducted into the National Association of Conservation Districts Southeast Region Conservation Hall of Fame. The Southeast…
Water management was the topic of Rotary meeting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, July 26, the club heard from representatives of the Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD). Troy Roberts, Communication…
Webb addresses Madison Rotary Club
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Aug. 16, the Madison Rotary Club welcomed Genesis Timber President Matt Webb as their guest speaker. He highlighted many of the jobs created through the forestry industry,…
Early influences inspire local artist’s rise in the charts
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com By the time Madison native Jovonte Arnold was in elementary school, he knew music was going to play a major role in his life. It certainly helped that his…
Ceremony honoring Madison natives held
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In the spirit of the long-held military tradition to “leave no man behind,” a ceremony was held on Thursday, Aug. 3, to honor five Madison County natives who were…
Shelter and sandbag information
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com In response to the governor’s declaration, Jefferson County Emergency Management (JCEM) is making sandbags available for free to residents. Residents must bring shovels with them, but the sand and…
Tri-County celebrates 1,000th broadband connection
Tri-County Electric Cooperative Contributor In just over a year since we began work on our fiber-to-the-home broadband project, we are thrilled to announce we have connected more than 1,300 members to Connect…
T.E.A.M. Dad boosts confidence and skills in fathering
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com A free program for families in Jefferson, Madison and Taylor counties is available to help fathers and stepfathers increase their awareness and knowledge about what it takes to be…
Writers’ Ink Celebrates Books and the Arts
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 29, 2023. The Mayo Writers’ Ink organization sponsors the Suwannee Valley Authors and Artists Show. Local published writers and artists from Suwannee and…
Celebrating National Senior Citizens Day
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com Monday, Aug. 21, is celebrated as National Senior Citizens Day in the United States. This celebration provides an opportunity to show appreciation for the senior citizens around the nation….
The Arc North Florida visits Lee
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, July 28, clients, volunteers and staff members of The Arc North Florida from Live Oak made a trip to Lee to enjoy a picnic lunch and entertainment….
Trey Galbraith named 4-H Senator of the Year
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com Madison County resident Trey Galbraith is about to enter his senior year at Lafayette High School. He is well known for his skills in golf, but what many do…
Control mosquitoes with dragonflies
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Dragonflies are a common sight in this area. With their ability to hover and fly straight up and down, they can resemble little helicopters flitting around your yard. What…
Forgotten Coast K9: Changing Lives, Saving Lives; You are not Forgotten
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com It was his experience working as a certified K9 handler for the Madison County Sheriff’s Office that inspired Chris O’Brian to pursue a career working exclusively with dogs. His…
$1 million gift launches new Big Bend Hospice facility
Big Bend Hospice Contributor A $1 million gift from First Commerce Credit Union (FCCU) has kickstarted Big Bend Hospice’s fundraising campaign for a new state-of-the-art center for compassionate hospice care, currently under…
MCSO held another Teen Driver Challenge
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, July 8, Sheriff David Harper and the Madison County Sheriff’s Office held another Teen Driver Challenge which was a successful adventure. Several participants were included in classroom…
Local newspapers win awards
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Although the primary focus of the local newspapers is not necessarily to win awards, but more so to bring the news to the readers in a complete, compelling, fair…
Visit National Parks free on Aug. 4
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com In celebration of the Great American Outdoors Act, the National Park system is offering free admission to its sites across the country on Friday, Aug. 4. Here in North…
American Legion hosts Business After Hours
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, July 18, the American Legion Post 224 in Cherry Lake hosted the monthly Madison County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours mixer. It was a special time…