Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During an often contentious meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Monday, July 21, the board heard from representatives of the Florida School Board Insurance Trust (FISBIT)…
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Rooted in Opportunity: NFC Launches Agribusiness Management Degree to Grow Careers in North Florida
NFC Contributor North Florida College is cultivating new career opportunities with the launch of its associate in science degree in Agribusiness Management. This two-year, 60-credit-hour program is designed to meet the rising…
Ready, Set, College Success: Free NFC Jumpstart Sessions Help You Prep for Fall Term 2025
NFC Contributor Students enrolling in Fall Term 2025 classes at North Florida College are invited to get a jumpstart on the essential skills necessary to succeed in their courses. Jumpstart offers free…
Visible mold found at MCHS and MCCS
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Last week, Madison County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen Pickles reported that preliminary test results at Madison County High School (MCHS) showed “microbial growth” to be present. But now…
North Florida College welcomes BibliU as new campus store partner
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College (NFC) is deepening its commitment to accessibility and student success with a new partnership with BibliU, a leading provider of course materials and campus store…
MCHS Marching Band camp to begin next week
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Marching Band camp is starting next week, on Monday, July 21. All students in high school who plan to participate in the 2025-2026…
Madison TCC Verizon holding free backpack giveaway
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison TCC Verizon will be holding a free backpack giveaway on Sunday, July 27, at 1 p.m. The backpacks will be available until supplies last. Your child must be…
Fifth annual back-to-school book bag giveaway hosted
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com TeamReal, Mez and Amil Brownzno Promotions and Marketing are hosting their fifth annual back-to-school book bag giveaway on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the…
Don’t miss the back-to-school tax holiday!
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com With most Florida students set to head back to the classroom between Monday, Aug. 11 and Thursday, Aug. 14, the back to school season is right around the corner….
Scheetz graduates from Shenandoah University
Shenandoah University Contributor Melissa Scheetz, of Madison, was among the 1,369 graduates who received their degrees and/or certificates from Shenandoah University during the 2024-25 academic year. Scheetz earned a Master of Science…
Valdosta State University announces spring 2025 graduates
Valdosta State University Contributor Valdosta State University (VSU) is proud to announce the members of its graduating class of Spring 2025. Trevonn Brown, of Lee, has earned the Bachelor of Science in…
Stephen Roberts named to chancellor’s honor roll at the University of Mississippi
University of Mississipi Contributor Stephen Roberts, of Pinetta, Fla., was named to the University of Mississippi’s Spring 2025 Honor Roll list. Roberts, majoring in Multi-Disciplinary Studies, was named to the Chancellor’s Honor…
Matchett completes IMPACT and enrolls at Troy University
Troy University Contributor Diana Matchett, of Madison, has completed IMPACT new student orientation and enrolled at Troy University for the Fall 2025 semester at the Troy Campus. The fall semester for the…
MCHS Band students attend FSU SMC
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Held yearly, the Florida State University (FSU) Summer Music Camp (SMC) is a week-long camp for band students, inside and outside of the Tallahassee area. This camp is full…
Students unearth history at Floyd’s Mound site
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com The Aucilla Research Institute (ARI), based in Monticello, Fla., has been working alongside the Florida Division of Historical Resources on the Floyd’s Mound site in Madison County. Floyd’s Mound,…
Cowgirl nominated for post-season honor
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison County High School (MCHS) rising senior Alden Bass has been nominated for the 2025 Florida Big Bend High School Softball Player of the Year by Sports Illustrated magazine….
Warrior named MVP
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) baseball team spent the early summer weeks participating in the Tallahassee Babe Ruth 13-14 League and enjoyed competing with other teams from across Leon…
Valdosta State University Announces Spring 2025 Dean’s List
Valdosta State University Contributor More than 2,000 students were named to Valdosta State University’s (VSU) Spring 2025 Dean’s List. To qualify for Dean’s List at VSU, students must achieve a semester grade…
JMPHS bass bandits compete in state championship tournament
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) recently competed in the Florida Bass Nation State Championship tournament at the Harris Chain of Lakes (Venetian Gardens), in Lake County, Fla., which…
NFC president’s list and academic dean’s list announced for spring 2025
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College (NFC) is proud to recognize its Sentinels for outstanding academic achievement at the conclusion of its Spring Term 2025. Students included in the President’s List…