Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com If a House-introduced bill in the current Florida legislative session is approved and signed into law, smoking in public will become more constrained. House Bill 389, which Representative Alex…
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Madison County Commissioners express opposition to water plan
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Feb. 25, the commissioners discussed a proposal that has arisen from the City of Jacksonville,…
Earth Angels spotlight: Marlies Jones, serving God and the community
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com For Marlies Jones, service isn’t a project. It’s a calling. Before founding Earth Angels in Madison County, Jones built a career rooting in structure and responsibility. “My background is…
Second Harvest and the Florida Blue Foundation unite to end food insecurity
Ashleigh Kittrell Contributor The Florida Blue Foundation has awarded Second Harvest of the Big Bend a grant to strenthen food access for families living in the region’s most rural and underserved areas….
Cervical cancer awareness urged
Lisa Hayes Contributor Cervical cancer, cancer of the cervix, is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide. Each year in Florida, over 1,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer. Fortunately, cervical…
DOH invites participation in the Florida 50 Challenge
Laura Young reporter@greenepublishing.com “The Florida Department of Health invites you to participate in the Florida 50 Challenge,” says Chelsey McCoy, MBA, the senior public health services manager for the Florida Department of…
SRWMD issues water shortage advisory
SRWMD Contributor Following a year of below-average rainfall across North Florida that has affected rivers, springs and groundwater levels, the Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) Governing Board issued a water shortage…
Health officials track H3N2 subclade K as Flu activity climbs in Florida and nationwide
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com As influenza activity continues to rise across the United States this winter, health officials are closely monitoring a variant of the seasonal flu virus known as H3N2 subclade K,…
Alcoholics Anonymous offers help
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com If you or someone you know or love struggles with either alcohol or drug addiction, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) wants you to know that help is available. The North Florida…
Food for Fines Program returns to Suwannee regional libraries
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The Suwannee River Regional Library System (SRRLS) is inviting patrons to give back while catching up on their library accounts through its annual Food for Fines program, running from…
More than $4.5 million in funding announced for North Florida water resource projects
Suwannee River Water Management District Contributor Governor Ron DeSantis, on Wednesday, Dec. 3, announced the approval of more than $4.5 million in funding for a trio of projects that will help strengthen…
Health Officials Track H3N2 Subclade K as Flu Activity Climbs in Florida and Nationwide
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com As influenza activity continues to rise across the United States this winter, health officials are closely monitoring a variant of the seasonal flu virus known as H3N2 subclade K,…
Apalachee Center to partner with Scouts to support youth mental health
Tori Lynn Schneider Apalachee Center Apalachee Center, the leading provider of behavioral health services in Florida’s Big Bend region and the Suwannee River Area Council (SRAC) are teaming up to expand access…
Multiple Sclerosis: an unpredictable disease with growing awareness
Multiple Sclerosis, commonly known as MS, is an autoimmune disorder in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the protective covering of nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord. This damage…
Glaucoma awareness: The silent threat to vision
Bri Rodriguez news@greenepublishing.com Glaucoma, often called the “silent thief of vision,” is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that about three million Americans…
December is Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com The days grow shorter, temperatures drop and schedules settle into a busy hum. Wintertime isn’t everybody’s cup of tea. It’s fairly ordinary for the stress of the holidays or…
Local eye center closing its doors
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It has been announced that the Madison office of South Georgia/North Florida Eye Partners will be closing at the end of December. Those patients who had been going to…
Caring for mental health during holiday gatherings
Bri Rodriguez Reporter@greenepublishing.com The holiday season often brings joy, connection and tradition. It can also bring stress, pressure and emotional overload. Preparing ahead can ease anxiety and help families focus on what…
Newspaper staff receives treats
The staff of Greene Publishing, Inc. was treated to some delicious teas and drinks, courtesy of Madison Nutrition. The extra boost was a wonderful way to start the day and just what…
Promoting well-being through stress awareness
Sandra Nichols, PhD, APRN Panacea Behavioral Health & Wellness Center Your body is made to react to stress in ways to protect you against threats from predators and other aggressors. Such threats…