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Greenville voters prepare to decide
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Nov. 4, voters within the Town of Greenville will make a decision on the direction of the town when they elect three people to the Greenville…
Greenville Town Council votes to reduce their own salary
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to help the town recuperate from “prior mismanagement,” the members of the Greenville Town Council voted to approve an ordinance that would reduce the salary…
Wayne Roberts takes the buck of a Lifetime
This story begins back in November of 2023. The rut was in full swing when a new buck appeared on the farm. He looked massive—main-frame 7×7 with split G3s. His build and rack…
Madison County School Board approves grants, surplus action and security upgrades
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board held its regular meeting on Monday, Oct. 6, addressing a range of important topics including grants, curriculum enhancements, new safety technology and the long-awaited…
Home improvement grants now available to city residents
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison City Commission met on Tuesday, Oct. 14, enjoying a light schedule. In new business, the Commission unanimously agreed to terms of a State of Florida Department of…
Cases of whooping cough spike in Florida
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com Data from the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) shows that cases of whooping cough – also known as pertussis – have climbed to a record high for the first…
Get ready for downtown Madison trick or treating
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Oct. 31, downtown Madison will be the place to be for tons of Halloween fun and safe trick or treating for the youngsters. Many downtown businesses will…
Founder’s Day celebration is Saturday
Dan Buchanan Contributor Founder’s Day is just around the corner, set for Saturday, Oct. 18. The folks at Hickory Grove Methodist Church have been working for several months, preparing for the 34th…
Sign-up for Property Fraud Alerts
Jason Futch news@greenepublishing.com Nineteen counties in Florida are participating in a program designed to keep property owners informed when possible fraudulent activity is detected. Property Fraud Alert (PFA) notifies subscribers when a…
Buy your tickets now for the Chamber’s “Best of Madison” Banquet
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for one of its most anticipated annual events, the Best of Madison 2025 Banquet. The celebration will take place on…
Edge of Town defenders speak out
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Lee Town Council on Tuesday, Oct. 7, a packed house filled the council’s meeting room. Many of those present were there to…
Madison Chamber prepares for “Best of Madison 2025” Banquet
The Madison County Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for one of its most anticipated annual events, the Best of Madison 2025 Banquet. the celebration will take place on Saturday, Oct. 25,…
New City Manager enjoys Madison’s Mayberry feel
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison City Manager Stanford Amos completed his first week on the job on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Amos spent much of the week introducing himself to city residents, town officials…
Founder’s Day celebration nears
Dan Buchanan Contributor Founder’s Day is just around the corner, set for Saturday, Oct. 18. The folks at Hickory Grove Methodist Church have been working for several months, preparing for the 34th…
Madison County launches 11th Annual Toys for Tots Program
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The holiday spirit is already in full swing as Madison County kicks off its 11th annual Toys for Toys Program, sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps and overseen locally…
Amphetamine trafficking charge leads to prison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During felony court proceedings in the Madison County Courthouse on Tuesday, Sept. 30, Brandon Ballard, 39, of Valdosta, Ga., appeared before the Hon. Melissa Olin. Ballard was facing…
Property Fraud Alert available to Florida residents
Jason Futch reporter@greenepublishing.com Nineteen counties in Florida are participating in a program designed to keep property owners informed when possible fraudulent activity is detected. Property Fraud Alert (PFA) notifies subscribers when a…
Florida announces Hunting, Fishing and Camping Sales Tax Holiday
Residents across Florida will have the chance to save on outdoor supplies this fall through the state’s Hunting, Fishing and Camping Sales Tax Holiday, which began on Monday, Sept. 8, and will…
Bill aims to term limit county commissioners, school board members
Lazaro Aleman reporter@greenepublishing.com Among the early bills filed on the House side of the Florida Legislature for the 2026 session seeks to limit the terms of county commissioners and school board members….