Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com Scams continue to crop up throughout everyday life. Fake emails or phone calls from companies, claiming you are late on a bill or bought a product that wasn’t purchased,…
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Collision sends bicyclist to hospital
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), a 64-year-old Lee man was struck by a pickup truck on South State Road 53, near Golden Gate Trail,…
Help is here – Christopher’s Message
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or is in a mental health crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat online at…
Madison County’s newest royalty
Cheltsie Holbrook cheltsie@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, March 11, eight new queens and two new kings were crowned into the Miss Madison County Pageant family. Caibre Johnson was crowned Miss Madison County (right) and…
Two locals win scholarships
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Each year, the Tallahassee Quarterback Club (TQC) Foundation awards scholarships to area high school seniors who have overcome significant barriers and have achieved success, both in the classroom and…
Saturday morning crash claims life
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), an early morning crash on State Road 6 claimed the life of a Hallandale Beach, Fla. man. The crash…
County considers moratorium on recreational vehicles
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, March 8, the commissioners held the first reading of an ordinance on a temporary moratorium…
Full slate of cases on felony docket
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A total of 41 felony cases are set to appear before the Honorable Melissa G. Olin in the Madison County Courthouse on Monday, March 13. Among the cases…
Boot Hill boasts new weather station
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Thanks to a new weather station perched atop Boot Hill Stadium on the Madison County High School (MCHS) campus, where people can have a “hyper-local” run down of the…
Miss Madison County Pageant to highlight Saturday
Cheltsie Holbrook cheltsie@greenepublishing.com Madison County’s children, sophisticated young ladies and women will take the stage this Saturday, March 11, for a chance to become part of Madison County’s next “royal family.” The…
Escaped prisoner captured
Florida Highway Patrol Contributor On Sunday, March 5, Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) received information from the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) in reference to an escaped prisoner. Dustin Bain had not returned…
Cowboy to be a “Battling Bishop”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Feb. 17, Zion Lamar, a Madison County High School (MCHS) senior became the latest Cowboy to sign his name on the dotted line to continue his athletic…
County Commission honors “Big Mike”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Feb. 22, the commissioners unanimously passed a proclamation honoring the late Michael “Big Mike” Woods….
Early morning blaze destroys building
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In the early morning hours of Thursday, Feb. 23, firefighters from several local firefighting agencies responded to a multi-unit dwelling that was fully engulfed in flames. According to Madison…
Two-vehicle crash sends five to hospital
Rick Patrick reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Feb. 15, at approximately 10:40 a.m., a two-vehicle crash occurred on South State Road 53, in front of the Days Inn Motel. According to a report from…
Madison County landowners recognized for excellence in land management
FWC Contributor The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) recognized landowners Danna and Stephen Matheny with the Florida Land Steward 2023 Landowner of the Year award. The couple was honored for…
A masquerade with daddy
Patricia Smith news@greenepublishing.com What a precious sight – little girls standing atop their daddy’s feet to dance. On Saturday, Feb. 4, Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) held their traditional Father-Daughter Dance. Highlighting a…
Local physician has her license restricted
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Feb. 10, an Order of Emergency Restriction of License was filed by Florida Surgeon General, Joseph A. Ladapo, M.D., PhD., ordering the emergency restriction of the license…
Madison County Fire Rescue receives new truck
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Jan. 12, Madison County Fire Rescue (MCFR) received a new toy. Specifically, a 2023 Pierce/Freightliner 1,250 gallons per minute rescue/pumper was added to the MCFR fleet. This…