Log bearing trucks frequently speed down Harvey Greene Dr. despite the tight and curving restraints of the road, as well as the pitted cement. So, it was no surprise when, on Wednesday,…
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Florida House passes anti-choice bill
On Wednesday, March 9, the Florida House passed a bill that aims to set new restrictions on abortion procedures. The Florida Senate also approved the bill for final passage on March 9…
Florida consumer sues Duke Energy
A class-action lawsuit filed recently in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida against two corporate utility companies has the potential to impact electric ratepayers in Madison and Jefferson…
Wakulla Springs in lawmakers’ hands
Although located in Wakulla County, Wakulla Springs State Park’s renown as home to one of the world’s largest and deepest freshwater springs, its historic lodge, glass-bottom boat tours, abundant wildlife and proximity…
Commissioner Putnam thanks Legislature for bill to crack down on skimmers
The Florida House of Representatives recently passed legislation that will crack down on skimmers in Florida. Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam worked with Senator Anitere Flores and House Majority Leader Dana…
Shooting leads to death
Early this morning (March 18) at approximately 1:30 a.m., a shooting incident took place in Madison County in the general area of 185 Apopka Tr. The shooting led to the fatality of…
Seabrooks, Catron and Thompson win local elections
Tuesday, March 15 was Election Day for Madison County. Citizens gathered at the polling places within the county to vote in the presidential primary as well as for the multiple local seats…
Trump and Clinton; triumphant in Florida
On Tuesday, March 15, Florida voters gathered to voice who they wanted to be the next President of the United States and the two candidates that won the support of the state,…
Greenville discusses closure of platted roads
The Greenville Town Council came together on Monday, March 14 at 6 p.m. for their regular meeting. The first item up for discussion on the agenda was the possible approval of closing…
Senate congratulates Lorenzo Cain
The Florida Senate passed Resolution SR 1726 on Thursday, March 3 to recognize Lorenzo Cain, a Madison County native and a Kansas City Royals outfielder on “his exceptional play for the Kansas…
City Commissioners discuss golf cart crossings
Opening up the Tuesday, March 8 meeting of the Madison City Commissioners, Jim Catron led his fellow commissioners and their audience through prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. After adopting the agenda,…
Bass tournament announcement
Cherry Lake Fire Rescue, Inc. will be holding a bass tournament on Saturday, April 23 beginning at 6 a.m. and lasting until noon. The fishing competition will be held at Simm’s Boat…
Legislature shoots down open carry
As the gun debate rages on the national stage, the Florida House and Senate are faced with a handful of bills that seek to either restrict or expand gun rights in the…
MCSO recognized at County Commission meeting
On Wednesday, March 9 during the County Commission meeting, members of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office were recognized and awarded for their hard work, quick thinking and courage during a robbery that…
Cruce charged with manslaughter
It happened early morning on August 12, 2014. Jessica Pyles, 36, of Hahira, Ga. and a nurse at Madison County Memorial Hospital, was traveling southbound on Hwy 145 near NE Daisy St….
Postage stamp prices to drop in April
With the prices of everything else going up, consumers can rejoice because the prices of stamps are on the downfall. Indeed, thanks to the U.S. Postal Service, you can keep your two-cents—…
School board holds March meeting
The Madison County School Board gathered on Tuesday, March 1 at 6 p.m. Public comment was handled first. Cyndy Stewart, a teacher from Madison County Central School, took to the podium in…
MPD honored for foiling Winn-Dixie robbery
On the evening of Sunday, Jan. 17, an armed robbery and hostage scenario took place at the Winn-Dixie in Madison. Following the felony-level theft, a high-speed chase between officers from the City…
County commissioners enact ordinance against fracking
The Madison Board of County Commissioners gathered on Wednesday, March 9 at 9 a.m. at the Madison County Extension Office due to early voting in the board meeting room of the Courthouse…
Madison outdoors charms Canada
Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Katrina Richardson, as part of her administrative duties for the Tourist Development Council (TDC), recently represented North Florida, Jefferson and Madison counties in particular, at…