Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The American Legion Post 224, in Cherry Lake, will be presenting the sponsored flags that have proudly flown in Downtown Madison since Memorial Day to the flags’ sponsors. This…
Lee Public Library hosts fairy garden tea cup class
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com A Fairy Garden Tea Cup Class will be held at the Lee Public Library, located at 7783 U.S. 90, in Lee, on Wednesday, July 30, from 2 p.m. until…
MCSO announces Teen Driver Challenge
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is holding their annual Teen Driver Challenge. This event will take place on Tuesday, July 29, at the North Florida College (NFC) public safety…
Jail Report
June 24 Casey Birdwell – Drug possession with intent to sell Marquis Pollocks – Driving while license suspended third subsequent offense Jessica Bass – Petit theft second degree first offense June 25…
National Fried Chicken Day
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Whether it is sandwiches, wings or fingers, America loves fried chicken. July 6 marks National Fried Chicken Day, a day for Americans everywhere to gather around the lunch or…
Free life-saving training offered
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison County Fire Rescue (MCFR) will be offering free CPR and AED training for anyone interested on three consecutive Saturdays. The training sessions are scheduled for Saturday, July 12,…
Hilltop apartments holds back-to-school donation drive
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Hilltop Apartments, located at 159 SW Merritt Dr., in Madison, will be hosting a back-to-school community event on Friday, July 25. Hilltop will be providing students with school supplies,…
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…
Laura’s Garden Notes: a breath of garden air
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com It’s hot. It’s humid. It’s July in North Florida, and this is a great time to appreciate the wonderful aromas involved in gardening. Your arm brushes a tomato vine,…
Madison County from the Beginning
Madison County from the Beginning Tommy Greene Noland failed to see the completion of this book on the history of the county he dearly loved. He worked with me for several years,…
Fireworks injuries by the numbers
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com One highlight of every Fourth of July celebration is the visual and auditory fun that comes from fireworks. It’s always thrilling to see a professional fireworks display. Some, however,…
4th of July pool party safety
Metro Contributor Americans gather in backyards across the United States in celebration of the nation’s independence each July. Festivities often include delicious foods cooked on the grill, music, laughter and, if there…
Greenville grocer finally secured
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com An answer to a question that has plagued the Town of Greenville for years may finally have an answer in sight. That is, “When will the grocery store be…
Fourth of July set to be a hit
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Annually, there are firework shows in Madison celebrating the Fourth of July. Here are the Fourth of July events that Madison is offering for everyone to enjoy. The Madison…
Looking skyward in July
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com July is the month where most of the country is scheduled to look up, but when all the flashes and bangs of Independence Day are over, and the smoke…
Learning As I Go: If I could go back
Summer camp remains my favorite tradition. As a teenager, summer camp meant a week with friends, learning new skills and getting out of town. Now, summer camp is a time for me…
National Security: Injunction
When I began writing this weekly column for the Carrier 22+ years ago, one of my goals was to tackle Constitutional issues to better inform our readers. It was an acknowledgment that…
Let there be peace in America this July Fourth
When our Founding Fathers spent weeks drafting the Declaration of Independence, they ignited a war to secure America’s freedom from Britain’s control. In an interesting twist, the process of creating this groundbreaking…
Sgt. Howard C. Barker American Legion Post 422 opens in Lee
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During a special meeting of the new Sgt. Howard C. Barker American Legion Post 422 on Saturday, June 21, members officially opened the new post in Lee. They also…