Alyssa Ridenour reporter@greenepublishing.com Thirty-five-year-old Tanner M. Welch was the driver responsible for the wreck that claimed the life of 61-year-old Army Veteran and First Sergeant Eddie T. Smith. On Friday, Dec. 21,…
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Withlacoochee River flooded
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Due to several days of rain over the past couple of weeks, the Withlacoochee River has flowed out of its banks and into the nearby floodplain. According to the…
Tragic accident takes mother and son
Deidre Myers news@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Feb. 13, just before 3 p.m. a tragic vehicle accident took place at the intersection of County Road 150 and State Road 53 North in Cherry Lake,…
Early morning fire claims a life
Alyssa Ridenour reporter@greenepublishing.com During the early morning hours of Wednesday, Feb. 3, a 911 call was placed at approximately 4:58 a.m. in regards to a house fire on NE Champion Loop, in…
Here we flow again: Health advisory issued for Withlacoochee River
On Friday, Jan. 29, the Madison County and Hamilton County offices of the Florida Department of Health (DOH) issued a health advisory for those living along and near the Withlacoochee River. “Until…
Tiny lights at the end of a tunnel
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Preparing to welcome a new life into the world is an exciting time. There are seemingly a thousand things to do and get ready for and it seems as…
FHP troopers awarded
Deidre Myers news@greenepublishing.com The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) works in troops throughout the State of Florida. In the areas of Madison and Jefferson Counties are troopers from Troop H. Most of the…
Major water project planned for Madison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During their regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 12, the Madison City Commission voted on a resolution that paves the way for a massive, $4.8 million, water system upgrade. David…
Ensminger, Thompson win district spelling bee
Alyssa Ridenour reporter@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Jan. 11, Lee Elementary School (LES) hosted the Madison County District Spelling Bee. Of 10 fourth grade contestants, two took home trophies. The winner of the fourth…
Juveniles flee and elude, ending in drug bust; Local man’s good deed leads to their arrest
Alyssa Ridenour reporter@greenepublishing.com Under Florida Statute 985.04, the name, photograph and arrest report of a juvenile offender who commits a felony offense, is charged with a felony violation, or is transferred to…
Withlacoochee River back within range
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Following a brief spike in bacteria levels which resulted in a health advisory for Madison and Hamilton Counties, bacteria levels have now fallen back to acceptable levels. According to…
Local woman not fighting alone
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Facing any deadly disease can easily make anyone feel alone. The debilitating treatments, uncertainty about the future and the natural “Why me?” questions that can understandably enter into anyone’s…
Another health advisory issued for Withlacoochee River
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Jan. 6, the Madison County and Hamilton County offices of the Florida Department of Health (DOH) issued a health advisory for those living along and near the…
Collision crushes pickup truck
Alyssa Ridenour reporter@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Dec. 29, on Colin Kelly Highway in northern Pinetta, a wreck ended in the ditch. According to an official Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) report, the incident occurred…
Emerald’s Gem Box: 2021 – Hit Refresh – New Year – New You!
2021 is here! It is time to press refresh – it is time to become the newest, most updated version of who you are! If you don’t have a dream – this…
Rep. Shoaf and Sen. Ausley to hold legislative meeting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com District Seven State Representative Jason Shoaf (R-Port St. Joe), announced that he will host a legislative meeting in Madison on Thursday, Jan. 7. The meeting will take place in…
COVID vaccine available in Madison County
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The long-anticipated COVID vaccine is now available in Madison County. The Moderna vaccine made its way to Madison County on Monday, Dec. 28, and is now available to those…
Madison County Central School teacher recognized
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Talking with Madison County Central School (MCCS) teacher Jamie Andrews, one can easily hear her passion for both teaching and the students she teaches. It is no surprise that…
Suspected shooter turns himself in
Ramsey Sullivan news@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Dec. 21, at approximately 8:36 a.m., Charles Phillips, a wanted Madison County man, turned himself in to the Madison Police Department (MPD), according to an official…
Greenville hires town manager
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Greenville Town Council on Monday, Dec. 14, the council voted to name Interim Town Manager Lee Jones as the permanent town manager. Jones…