Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The two seats up for election in the upcoming race both only had one candidate qualify, so those seats are being decided by default. In Group Three, incumbent…
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MCSO warns of circulating scams
Ady Hammock reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) recently shared a Facebook post warning followers of a scam circulating in Madison County. Citizens have reported receiving calls or text messages from…
Second Chance Act takes effect
Story submitted The Second Chance Act officially took effect across Florida on Wednesday, July 1, requiring all high school student athletes to receive a medical evaluation, including an electrocardiogram (EKG), before…
Rep. Allison Tant visits Madison County Commission meeting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, July 8, State Representative Allison Tant was on hand to speak about the most…
Madison School Board delays principal appointment, reviews budget, policies and community concerns
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board covered a wide range of topics during its nearly two-hour long workshop on Monday, July 6, including personnel decisions, budget planning, policy revisions, property…
Harlee Davis shares recovery journey following medical emergency
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The outpouring of support for Harlee Davis continues to grow as family, friends and neighbors stand beside her during her recovery from a life-threatening medical emergency. Along with the…
Town of Lee moves closer to future development
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Lee Town Council met on Tuesday, July 7, with the first reading of Ordinance No. CPA 2026-05. The reading of the ordinance is part of the first steps…
Boyz to Kings and Girlz to Queens nominated for Best of Florida
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com After being voted “Best of Florida” for three years in a row, the Boyz to Kings, Inc. (BTK) mentoring and dropout prevention organization has once again been nominated for…
Celestial events in July
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com For those who like to keep eyes on the skies, here are some interesting celestial events happening this month. • All month: Get a great view of Venus After…
Planning and Zoning Board approves proposed moratorium on large data centers
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During a meeting of the Madison County Planning and Zoning Board on Wednesday, July 1, the Board approved a temporary moratorium on large data centers. Madison County attorney Tom…
Billy Washington: A lifetime of service recognized with Clerk of the Year honor
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Long before he was balancing county budgets, safeguarding public records or representing Madison County on statewide committees, Billy Washington was simply a hometown kid growing up in a family…
MCSD receives a C
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Florida Department of Education has released their school assessment grades for the 2025/26 school year. The overall district received a grade of “C.” Individual schools within the district…
Madison County Fire Rescue receives new ambulances
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Citizens of Madison County will soon be seeing new ambulances on the streets. Two new vehicles have made their way to Madison County Fire Rescue (MCFR), with a third…
Join community support for Harlee Davis benefit fundraiser July 17
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The community is invited to come together in support of Harlee Davis as she continues her journey to recovery following recent health challenges. A benefit fundraiser will be held…
The Front Porch has arrived!
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the July/August 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed, and subscribers should…
MCSO deputy injured in crash
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a preliminary investigation report from the Florida Highway Patrol, a Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) deputy was seriously injured in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 (I-10)….
July Fourth celebrations planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In honor of the nation’s 250th birthday, the Madison Lions Club is planning their annual God and Country Celebration. The fun kicks off on Saturday, July 4, at 6…
Greg Vickers for Madison County Commission
Listen. Lead. Invest in Madison’s Future. “Will we shape growth, or will growth shape us?” Madison County has always been a place where neighbors help neighbors, where hard work matters, and where…
How will eliminating property taxes affect Madison County?
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Washington gives presentation on the County’s budgetary proces In an effort to keep Madison County citizens informed, Madison County Clerk of Courts and County Comptroller, Billy Washington, gave a…
Madison County funding requests survive the veto pen
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Florida’s budget into law on Monday, June 29, close to 18 pages of items were cut from the proposed budget. Significant to Madison County…