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Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County School Board on Monday, Aug. 12, Madison County High School (MCHS) Head Football Coach spoke to the board about the recently…

Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Sheriff’s Office and Madison County Emergency Management Services warns Madison residents of individuals going around and claiming to be from the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA). …

Lazaro Aleman  news@greenepublishing.com The trial of two former officers of the Jefferson County Clerk of Court Office is scheduled to begin on Monday, Aug. 19, and is expected to last more than…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com During the Florida Press Association Weekly Newspaper Awards luncheon held in Orlando on Friday, July 26, Greene Publishing, Inc., ECB Publishing and the Riverbend News were recognized in several…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com Although Debby did not bring the kind of wind damage her older sister, Idalia, brought almost a year ago, she did leave an indelible mark on Madison County in…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Department of Emergency Management has announced they have partnered with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to assist in removing debris left over from Hurricane Debby…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com Because of flooding concerns in some parts of Madison County, some residents are being urged to boil water used for drinking, cooking, etc. The notice comes out of a…

Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Bacteriological Water Sample (Bac-T) 1. Wear gloves when collecting samples, if possible. 2. Remove attachments from tap. Remove aerator, hose, strainer or any items attached to faucet.  3. Clean…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com The honors seem to continue to mount for former Cowgirl Halie Wetherington as she continues her softball and academic career at the University of West Florida (UWF), in Pensacola,…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com According to information from the Madison County Emergency Management Department, significant flooding in the southeastern area of the county has become a concern. As a result of over 12…

Heather Ainsley  news@greenepublishing.com During the summer months, anywhere from three to five lucky winners will earn free Wild Adventures tickets, as part of a promotion the park runs regularly with the newspaper….

Lisa Hayes  Contributor In the aftermath of Hurricane Debby, the Florida Department of Health in Madison County (DOH-Madison) urges residents to be aware of the health risks associated with flooding. Skin contact…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com The Defense Health Agency has announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in 61 Florida counties; including Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Madison and Suwannee Counties; may receive emergency prescription refills due to Hurricane…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com On Sunday morning, Aug. 4, in the Madison County Emergency Operations Center, state, county and city officials from several departments gathered for a 9:30 a.m. webinar from the National…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com Former Madison County High School (MCHS) baseball standout Blaydon Plain has recently signed to continue his baseball and academic career in Tallahassee with the Florida State University (FSU) Seminoles. …

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Department of Health reminds everyone that the current rabies alert is still in effect. Citizens should be especially vigilant with the recent storm, which may increase…

MCSO Contributor A scam attempt has been reported to be circulating in Madison County again.  The scammer calls and identifies themself as an employee of Duke Energy. The scammer may call from…

Lisa Hayes Contributor The Madison County Health Department (DOH-Madison) is cautioning people about the presence of blue-green in Cherry Lake. Water testing is currently underway. Blue-green algae have the potential to produce…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com In a hearing before the Hon. Melissa Olin, on Thursday, July 25, a decision was made on a request for a temporary injunction sought by the attorney representing current…

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com Thanks to $850,000 in funding from the Florida legislature, Madison County will have a new fire station on Dale Leslie Drive, near Lee, close to Interstate 10. On Wednesday,…