Cheltsie Holbrook cheltsie@greenepublishing.com Join Madison County Fire Rescue for a free family-fun day. The event is a fire prevention party that will take place on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 9 a.m. to…
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Fire Prevention Week reminds individuals to cook safely
Madison County Fire Rescue Contributor As Fire Prevention Week approaches, Madison County Fire Rescue (MCFR) reminds residents that “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.” From Sunday, Oct. 8…
Staying a little “stitious”
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com From black cats and cawing crows to deadly haircuts and broken mirrors, some people are frightened when it comes to superstitions and old wives’ tales. Although, it can also…
Why is Friday the 13th believed to be unlucky?
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com If you go anywhere around the world, you will find superstitious traditions. Some say that you should knock on wood or throw salt over your shoulder for good luck,…
It’s time to show your boss some love
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Monday, 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…
Free medical services coming to Madison
Alex Phipps Contributor Remote Area Medical (RAM) – a major nonprofit provider of pop-up clinics delivering free, quality dental, vision and medical care to those in need – will hold a free,…
New Victory Worship Center hosts revival
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com New Victory Worship Center invites you to join them for revival services on Sunday, Oct. 15, with meetings at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. The revival continues on Monday….
MCSO Animal Spotlight
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com This week’s animal spotlight from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Animal Services has two dogs that have been there since Hurricane Idalia hit. Help give Cowboy and Valentino…
LES to host Fall Festival
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Lee Elementary School (LES) will be hosting its annual fall festival once again! Students, parents and the community are invited to join the LES staff and students for an…
Deputy involved shooting results in death
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor Madison County Sheriff David Harper reports that on Wednesday, Oct. 11, at 9:38 p.m., the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Communications Center received a telephone call on…
Smells like home
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Every homeowner knows the basics. Keep the lawn mowed, the gutters clear and the appliances serviced regularly. Years of running a household can build a lot of great habits…
ARI offers free public conference “Arrowheads to Aerospace” Oct. 13-14 at the Monticello Opera House
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com Jefferson County’s own Aucilla Research Institute (ARI) welcomes the public to its free conference on Friday, Oct. 13, through Saturday, Oct. 14, at the Monticello Opera House (MOH). Over…
Farm Tour 2023: A free family weekend
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com The 16th Annual Farm Tour takes place on Saturday, Oct. 14 and Sunday, Oct. 15. It features free access to dozens of farms, ranches and orchards across North Florida…
Madison Rotary Club to hold prime rib dinner
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison Rotary Club will once again be holding their annual Prime Rib Dinner on Thursday, Oct. 26. The dinners feature a lower price this year, but the great…
Honoring National 4-H Week
Beth Moore, Madison County 4-H Extension Agent Contributor National 4-H Week takes place each year during the first week of October. However, 4-H in Madison County takes place every day. On any…
SRWMD educates residents about sinkholes
SRWMD Contributor With heavy rainfall across the district following the prolonged dry period, the Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) wants to ensure local residents are educated about the potential for sinkholes…
Lee Public Library holds teen advisory board meeting
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Nov. 29, at 4 p.m., teens from Lee gathered together to discuss ideas on how to increase teen activity at the Lee Public Library in Lee. Members…
Temporary D-SNAP location open
Department of Children and Families Contributor Department of Children and Families Secretary Shevaun Harris has announced a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) location will be open for Madison County from Thursday,…
Kraft-Heinz recalls cheese slices
Adyson Hammock news@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Sept. 19, the Kraft brand announced a voluntary recall of about 83,800 cases of their Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices, shipped to a limited number of…
Madison Rotary Club to hold prime rib dinner
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison Rotary Club will once again be holding their annual Prime Rib Dinner on Thursday, Oct. 26. The dinners feature a lower price this year, but the great…