The first day of my freshman year had to be the scariest first day of my life. I had such fears of rambling around a new school and being late to every…
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Emerald’s Gem Box: God knows the day and time of our death
Since the arrival of COVID, there is no doubt it has greatly impacted our lives. Some people have suffered economically, while others suffered relationally by not getting to see their loved ones….
‘Tis the Season … to raise prices
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Toy manufacturing giant, Mattel, warns of higher prices as the cost of supplies continues to go up due to the pandemic. Mattel says the company will increase the cost…
Post-Pandemic Pets: Panic or Peace?
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com 2020 was an undeniably tough year. When the pandemic took hold of the nation, countless lives were changed. Distant families were unable to reconnect with one another. Travel was…
Area code is soon required to make calls for 850 area
Alyssa Ridenour reporter@greenepublishing.com A new area code, 448, has been added to Florida for telephone calls. Moving forward, as a result of this new addition, callers in the 850 and 448 areas…
Sheriff’s office joins “Click-it or Ticket” campaign
Alyssa Ridenour reporter@greenepublishing.com The “Click-it or Ticket” campaign began in 1993 with former North Carolina Governor Jim Hunt. Hunt launched the campaign while also issuing the “primary enforcement safety belt law,” which…
Jewell Douberly Morse
Jewell Douberly Morse, 88, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on April 22, 2021, in Pinetta, FL. Jewell was born August 31, 1932 in Olustee, Florida to Herman Reed Douberly and Mildred Estelle Lee Douberly. Jewell was of the Methodist faith and was a member of Hanson…
Mrs. Simmie Lee Barfield Thomas 1947 – 2021
Simmie Lee Barfield Thomas, 73, was the daughter of Samuel Barfield and Charlie Mae Johnson Barfield. Except for the seven years she resided in Jacksonville, Fla., she lived her entire life in…
NFC District Board of Trustees provide valuable leadership
NFC Contributor North Florida College (NFC) District Board of Trustees unanimously approved Ricky Lyons of Lafayette County as chair and William “Billy” Washington of Madison as vice-chair of the board. Lyons was…
MSCO investigates country club robberies
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MSCO) is investigating a series of automobile burglaries that occurred during the early morning hours of Friday, Feb. 12. The pictures are…
Thomas Harroll McGuire
Thomas Harroll McGuire, age 72, died Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021 in Macclenny, Fla. There will be a private memorial service at a later date. Tommy was born Dec. 19, 1948, to James…
Write your pen pal at Lake Park of Madison
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Statewide, Florida nursing homes are still on lockdown as COVID-19 continues. It’s been months since residents have been able to see their family and friends face to face, but…
Vernice Myrl O’Quinn
Vernice Myrl O’Quinn, age 86, of Monticello passed away Monday Aug. 10, 2020, in Tallahassee, Fla. Vernice was born April 7, 1934, in River Junction, Fla. to Amos Lee Henderson and Mary…
Retiring school employees: Thank you for your service
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Each year, the Madison County School District honors the retiring teachers with a “thank you” banquet. This year, however, a banquet could not feasibly be held due to continued…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Finally, it’s a date!
In dating, like most areas of my life, I was a late bloomer. Most of my friends had been through several rounds of breakups before I took the plunge in my senior…
Local man charged with human trafficking
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com A Greenville man has been arrested and charged with human trafficking in Lowndes County after investigators were told by two female victims they were held against their will. The…
From the sunny side… Krampus, The Sackman and the man with no nose
There are times when, during the course of normal events here at Greene Publishing, Inc., conversations take an often unusual turn. That was the case recently when the topic of things parents…
Who else is residing in the Smith Mansion?
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com One of the most iconic buildings in Madison County is clearly the “Smith Mansion,” located near downtown. Built in 1860 by the prominent Madison County citizen, Benjamin F. Wardlaw,…
Supporting soccer with BBQ
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Are you looking for a way to support the local youth of Madison and their athletics? As the season begins to take shape, you’re invited to support the Madison…
In Loving Memory of Gerald L. Anderson on his birthday in Heaven October 8th
Gerald relished life, and welcomed those who pursued it with him. He was a devoted father, grandfather and a friend to many. As a professional educator, he spent many years in Madison…