Daylight savings time is something we all struggle to get used to, but a new bill that has been proposed could make the dread of daylight savings disappear; turning back those clocks…
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Low rainfall in district during October
Rainfall district wide was 1.43 inches in October, about half the long-term average of 3.10 inches for the month, according to the latest hydrologic conditions report from the Suwannee River Water Management…
Opinions on tractor-trailer parking during Madison City meeting
It was a rather fervid conference at the Madison City Commission meeting held Wednesday, Dec. 9. The room was packed as citizens of Madison crowded in to express their opinions of the…
County Commission presented dividend check
There was much to be discussed during the Madison County Commission meeting held Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 9 a.m. The agenda was adopted after roll call, and the public hearings for special…
Bullying: not just about stealing lunch money anymore
According to the National Center for Educational Statistics, one out of every four students report being bullied during the school year. While most of us might think of a bully as someone…
IRS scam warning
A concerned citizen called the Madison County Carrier to bring to the attention of the public that an IRS scammer is on the prowl. The call came from the number (360) 244-4262…
Toys for Tots ends December 23
Madison County’s annual Toys for Tots began Nov. 4 and will continue until Dec. 23. Sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, the mission of Toys for Tots is to collect new,…
Greenville Country Christmas this weekend
Get ready! The 30th Annual Greenville Country Christmas is coming this weekend! This two-day event is sure to be jam-packed with fun for all ages. Greenville Country Christmas will kick off on…
Cortni Sprenkle Brown pleads guilty; will be charged with lewd battery and sexual activity with minors
Cortni Brown, a former Madison County High School employee who was arrested on June 29 after being accused of inappropriate sexual relations with male students at the school, received her trial on…
School Board meeting round-up
The Madison County School Board gathered on Tuesday, Dec. 1 for their regular meeting at 6 p.m. The evening began with a short presentation by the Florida Department of Transportation. Because young…
Annette Lift Station on schedule
Boot Drive scheduled for Saturday While not much was on the agenda for the Dec. 1 city meeting in Lee, a few interesting topics were brought up. Town Manager, John Anderson, informed…
Holiday Bake-off for all ages
A new Christmas tradition is coming alive at the Smith Mansion in Madison, and everyone is invited to enjoy this year’s festivities. Chef Art Smith, who purchased the mansion from North Florida…
Tim Sanders will not seek re-election
Madison County Clerk of Circuit Court and Comptroller Tim Sanders announced Tuesday he will not run for re-election in 2016. Elected in 1992, Sanders will complete his sixth term in office in…
Light Up Madison celebration
The excitement was high at Four Freedoms Park on Tuesday, Dec. 1 to prepare for Light Up Madison, which is this weekend on Saturday, Dec. 5. Many civic organizations contributed in decorating…
MCMH chosen for national program assistance
Twenty-four hospitals from 15 states, in the U.S, applied for the Small Rural Hospital Transition (SRHT) project, and of the hospitals that put their name into the hat, only eight will be…
Deputies and Canine Max pursue fleeing suspect
Madison County Sheriff Ben Stewart reports that during the early hours of Saturday morning Nov., 28, around 2:23 a.m., Deputy McMullen was dispatched to Quail Hollow Trailer Park concerning a criminal mischief…
Morning wreck injures one
According to FHP, on Wednesday morning, Nov. 25, Cortez Brandies, 56 of Madison, was driving behind Dustin Irvine, 30, also from Madison, from Rocky Ford Road to Livingstone Street. Brandies, as well…
Light Up Madison to be held this weekend
Cue Andy Williams’ song “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and put away those Thanksgiving decorations, because the Christmas season is making its way to Madison County this weekend with…
Two arrested on multiple charges Lewd/Lascivious and 17.5 lbs. of Illegal Narcotics
Madison County Sheriff Ben Stewart reports that on Friday Nov. 27 at 11:45 p.m. deputies were dispatch to the Waffle House parking lot, located at 145 SE Bandit Street, concerning two subjects…
City reduces Natural Gas services
Effective December 10, the City of Madison’s Natural Gas Department will no longer be able to provide services beyond the natural gas meter at residences and businesses. The services no longer to…