Rick Patrick [email protected] In commemoration of the nation’s 250th anniversary, a new statue has been unveiled at the Madison County Courthouse. A likeness of Madison County’s namesake, James Madison, the fourth President…
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Commissioners consider CRA plan
Mickey Starling [email protected] The Madison City Commission met on Tuesday, May 12, facing only one item on the agenda. Madison County Development Council Executive Director Doug Brown presented a brief history of…
Brookwood Avenue shooting under investigation
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor Madison County Sheriff David Harper reports that on Friday May 15, at approximately 11:47 a.m., the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Communication Center received a 911 call,…
County commissioner announces resignation
Rick Patrick [email protected] Citing health reasons, Madison County District One Commissioner Alston Kelley has announced his resignation from the Board. His announcement came during the regular meeting of the Madison County…
School District names Transportation Liaison
Rick Patrick [email protected] During the regular meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Monday, May 4, the Board heard a recommendation from Madison County School Superintendent Dr. Karen Pickles to…
Fundraiser for Kyle Sealey coming soon
Mickey Starling [email protected] Williams Tractor Service and Pickles & Sons Welding and Fabrication are sponsoring a takeout fundraiser to help Kyle Sealey with expenses related to his recent diagnosis with Acute Lymphoblastic…
Burn ban still in effect
Rick Patrick [email protected] Despite some much needed rainshowers over recent days, the heightened risk of wildfires has not abated. Because of this, the recently enacted burn ban for Madison County continues…
Lee Town Council addresses generator concerns
Mickey Starling [email protected] The Lee Town Council met on Tuesday, May 5, beginning their meeting with public comments. Ammon Doyle, who has been working with the Town to address any issues with…
Teacher arrested for child cruelty
Rick Patrick [email protected] According to information provided by the Madison County School District and the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), a teacher at Madison County Central School (MCCS) was arrested following allegations…
Community rallies to support two local cancer fighters
Hailey Waldo [email protected] A wave of support is building as the community comes together to uplift two local residents, Kyle Sealey and Timmy Dyke, as they battle cancer. Organized by Trey Killingsworth…
No data center planned for Madison County, Florida officials confirm
Hailey Waldo [email protected] Madison County officials are addressing community concerns over a misleading social media post suggested that a $1 billion data center was planned for the area. According to a recent…
The May/June Front Porch has arrived!
Laura Young [email protected] It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the May/June 2026 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed, and subscribers should…
Cowgirl becomes a Blazer
Rick Patrick [email protected] For Madison County High School (MCHS) senior Alden Bass, it almost seems pre-determined for her to one day wear red and black. One might even say it is as…
Student arrested for striking teacher
Rick Patrick [email protected] According to an arrest affidavit filed by a Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) School Resource Officer (SRO), Ty’Shunti Brasby, 19, was arrested on Wednesday, April 15, after allegedly striking…
67-Year-Old Greenville Woman Dies After Pickup Overturns
Emerald Greene [email protected] A 67-year-old Greenville woman was killed on Tuesday afternoon, April 28, at approximately 1:32 p.m. According to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) reports, Nancy Carper was driving a pickup truck…
Locally-produced movie now available for streaming
Mickey Starling [email protected] “Repair the Breach,” a movie about God’s ability to restore us and our families, had a one-night showing at the Valdosta Stadium Cinemas on Monday, April 27. “It sold…
20th of May Jubilee Celebration returns to Madison
Hailey Waldo [email protected] A long standing tradition rooted in history and cultural pride is set to return this May as the Madison County Recreation Association, Inc. prepared to host the 20th of…
Hurricane center implements new tools for 2026 season
Lazaro Aleman [email protected] It’s never too early to begin thinking about the Atlantic hurricane scene, which is set to begin officially on Monday, June 1. At least, it’s never too early for…
School district to list properties
Rick Patrick [email protected] During a workshop meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Monday, April 20, the board agreed to have Board Attorney Tom Reeves post a listing on GovDeals.com…