Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Contributor The 2026 recreational bay scallop season in the Fenholloway – Suwannee River Zone opens Monday, June 15 and will remain open through Labor Day (Sept….
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Pack and prepare for the hurricane season
Important documents • A list of style, serial number and manufacturer information for medical devices • List of important phone numbers (County emergency management office, evacuation sites, doctors, banks, schools, vets, out…
Beware of hurricane cleanup scams
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com The Big Bend region of Florida has seen more than enough hurricanes in recent years. There were no major storms last year, but in 2024, Helene caused 18 deaths…
Laura’s Garden Notes: Pots aren’t just for houseplants any more
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com When planning to grow your own food, the specific garden location at your home can dramatically influence your crop choices. One reader recently shared that their only space for…
2026 Down Home Days petting zoo was a success
The James Madison Preparatory High School FFA showed up at Down Home Days with delicious homemade sugar cane syrup for sale. They also hosted a 100 gallon gas raffle for five dollars…
Hurricane center implements new tools for 2026 season
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com It’s never too early to begin thinking about the Atlantic hurricane scene, which is set to begin officially on Monday, June 1. At least, it’s never too early for…
You are under a burn ban
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, April 22, the commissioners passed a resolution declaring a local state of emergency and imposing…
For what it’s Earth…
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Every year, on April 22, people around the world celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day is an environmental movement that began in 1970. Americans were experiencing a huge boom in…
FSYR to host free six-day sleep-away camp for youth
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches will be holding a free Summer Camp for youth in Gadsden, Leon, Wakulla, Jefferson, Madison, Hamilton, Taylor, Dixie, Lafayette and Suwannee Counties. This camp is…
Madison County Farmers Advocate for Agriculture in Washington
Madison County Farm Bureau Contributor Members of the Madison County Farm Bureau visited with Florida’s Congressional delegation in Washington, D.C. earlier this month to discuss various federal policies that affect farmers and…
Laura’s Garden Notes: April showers?
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com I find myself wondering if the well-known proverb “April showers bring May flowers” will hold true this year. We’re continuing to have prolonged drought conditions extending from last year…
Madison hosts state land judging competition
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, March 27, the Madison Soil and Water Conservation District served as the host of the 68th Annual State Land Judging Competition. The event took place on Roland…
Madison County opposes water pipeline project
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, March 25, the commissioners approved a resolution opposing the Water First North Florida (WFNF) pipeline…
Leaves and Limestone: Smoke and flame azaleas
Jennifer Mason Contributor The air is thick with smoke as I get ready to work in my vegetable garden. It seems as if folks have gone burn crazy. Now I know that…
Eastern lubbers are hatching now
Ed Duke and Sam Hand Florida A&M University Mid-summer is the time when North Florida residents typically notice the largest numbers of adult eastern lubber grasshoppers. The females are seeking appropriate places…
Want to evict your winged tenants? Now’s the time to act
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com Florida’s 13 native bat species tend to call cozy sheltered places home, like caves, crevices, hollowed-out trees — and your house. If bats have taken up unwanted residence in…
Saddle up for upcoming rodeo
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The much-anticipated North Florida Pro Rodeo is riding into Madison County on Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28. The event will take place at 1748 SE Dale Leslie…
Young hunters take aim during Youth Turkey Contest
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The outdoor spirit was on full display at Madison Pawn and Outdoors Youth Turkey Contest on Monday, March 16, where young hunters and their families gathered for an exciting…
Madison FFA Alumni hosts Squirrel Hunt
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Future Farmers of America (FFA) Alumni recently hosted a successful Squirrel Hunt on Saturday, March 7, bringing together teams, supporters and local businesses for the yearly tradition….
Disaster declaration issues after freeze – how Madison farmers can get help
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Relief is on the way for local farmers following a historic freeze the caused more than $3 billion in agricultural losses across Florida. Congresswoman Kat Cammack announced that a…