Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Police Department (MPD) is asking for the community’s assistance following an attempted burglary at Studstill Lumber early Sunday morning. According to MPD officials, at approximately 2:30 a.m….
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New principal confirmed at Madison County High School
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublshing.com During a special meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Wednesday, June 17, the board voted to confirm Peggy Hasty as the new principal at Madison…
Town of Greenville seeking restitution from former Town Manager
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Before the meeting of the Greenville Town Council adjourned on Monday, June 15, Town Attorney John Reid spoke to the council members about the investigation of former Town Manager…
Divided school board decides fate of three teachers
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During a special meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Wednesday, June 17, the board decided on the personnel recommendations from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen Pickles….
BioActive Forages breaks ground
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The morning of Tuesday, June 16, was a memorable morning for Madison County, especially for Doug Brown and the rest of the Madison County Development Council (MCDC). This…
Fundraising fishing tournament planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Local anglers have an opportunity to enjoy a morning of fishing on Cherry Lake and support a great cause on Saturday, June 20. Dubbed the “Bassin’ for Jeff Benefit…
Some officials reminded to remain “neutral”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, June 10, Madison County Supervisor of Elections Heath Driggers reminded the commissioners that those serving…
Will the County assume fire services within the City?
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A question on the minds of both City of Madison leaders and County leaders for months has now taken a more concrete form. That is, should the County…
County budget presentations planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The issue of county funding has become a topic of discussion since the Florida Legislature decided to put the question of property tax elimination in front of Florida voters…
Capt. Chris Cooks named Police Chief
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com In a surprise announcement, City Manager Stanford Amos promoted Capt. Chris Cooks as the City’s new police chief during the Tuesday, June 9 meeting of the Madison City Commission….
Preparations underway for next election
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com The general election is six months away, but there are a number of critical steps that citizens and candidates alike must take to participate in the process, especially with…
Chris O’Brian for Madison County Commissioner for District One
My name is Chris O’Brian and I am proud to announce my candidacy for District 1 County Commissioner in Madison County. My roots run deep here, my family has served this community…
Greenville Town Council elections open
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com For anyone interested in running for office on the Greenville Town Council, the qualifying period has begun and will continue until Friday, June 12, at 12 p.m. Two…
Driving wrong way on I-10 causes fatal crash
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), a crash on Interstate 10 (I-10), in Madison County claimed the life of two people. The reports states that…
Tony Banks celebrates graduation milestone
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison resident Tony Banks is not one to give up easily. He attended Madison County High School in 1992, struggling with a learning disability that prohibited him from graduating….
School Superintendent eyes budget cuts
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Monday, June 1, Madison County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen Pickles said she was looking to cut…
Local hero needs your help
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublioshing.com On Friday, May 22, Madison County resident Joel Alvarado was traveling on I-75, near Cook County, Ga., when he suddenly came upon an awful crash. A semi crashed into…
Edwin McMullen honored for 20 years of serving on Lee Town Council
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Lee Town Council met on Tuesday, June 2, with a surprise presentation planned for Edwin McMullen, who has represented Group 2 on the Lee Town Council for 20…
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…
