Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) tennis team is gearing up for an exciting season challenging opponents from across North Florida. The season began in early February and will…
North Florida College Drives Economic Growth for Students, Region and State
North Florida College Contributor A new economic impact study confirms what the region has long known: North Florida College (NFC) is a powerful engine for economic growth and prosperity. Conducted by Lightcast,…
Hometown Outreach shares their vision with Kiwanis Club
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com At the Thursday, March 12 meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Madison, Hometown Outreach co-founders Susan McCool and Jill Spicer shared their purpose and vision for the growing nonprofit…
Jail Report 3.6 – 3.12
March 6 Curtis Jones – Probation violation Von Seys – Possession of a forged or stolen driver’s license or ID, create/possess/use fictitious personal ID info Marquavis Stevenson – Out of County warrant/Alachua…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Financial anxiety is real
It’s no secret that money worries weigh heavily on many Americans. Way back in 2021, 71 percent of employees said they were anxious about their financial futures. Fast forward to today, and…
St. Paddy’s Bingo Night planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Be sure to wear your green and celebrate the “luck o’ the Irish” with the Madison Senior Citizens Center when they host a special St. Patrick’s Day Bingo Night…
Learning As I Go: The push
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist Having kids at home, we try to plan an adventure of some kind during the week of spring break. When the kids were younger, we often trekked…
National Security: Air refueling
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist Two Air Force KC-135R aerial tankers collided last week over friendly skies above Iraq. One crashed carrying six airmen to their death while the other aircraft safely recovered…
Speaking your mind – at what cost?
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist Several years ago, Brianna, a Facebook friend, reminded us that when we become wiser with our words, life becomes better. Sometimes, the wisest words are the ones we…
From the Sunny Side: Is it all in my head?
Rick Patrick Columnist I recently had a fun little chat with one of our local softball athletes who told me she insists on “doing her nails” before every game. She said she…
No tornado at James Madison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The old adage about March coming in like a lion was certainly on display during the morning hours of Thursday, March 12. James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) Principal…
Town of Greenville seeks additional funding for grocery store
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During a brief special meeting of the Greenville Town Council on Friday, Feb. 27, the council voted to approve a letter related to additional funding based on the Community…
Drive by shooting reported on Boundary Street
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com According to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), on Tuesday, March 10, at approximately 2:52 p.m., deputies received a report of gunfire along Boundary Street east of Byrd Avenue….
Still no decision on Lee Elementary and Pinetta Elementary School properties
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During a special meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Monday, March 9, the board struck down a motion to list the now-vacant Lee Elementary School (LES)…
Community invited to connect at upcoming Meet and Greet in Greenville
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Residents are invited to attend a special Meet and Greet event on Saturday, March 28, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., at the Greenville Senior Citizens Building, located at…
“I Can Only Imagine 2” in theaters now
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Following on the heels of “I Can Only Imagine,” released in 2018, the story of MercyMe’s lead singer Bart Millard (John Michael Finley) continues on the big screen in…
Shellfish recall impacts Florida as FDA warns of possible norovirus contamination
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com A recent seafood recall affecting nine states has raised concerns in Florida, where potentially contaminated clams were distributed to restaurants and retailers, according to the U.S. Food and Drug…
JMPHS NHS raises $212 for animal welfare in “Kiss a Goat” fundraiser
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com National Honor Society (NHS) members at James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) recently turned a fun and unusual challenge into meaningful support for animals in the community, raising $212…
The Madison Passion Play takes the stage
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison Church of God’s annual Madison Passion Play returns to center stage on Friday, March 27, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Church members have been busy, preparing for months,…
NFC to host annual Community Health Fair on April 3
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Residents of Madison and surrounding area are invited to attend the North Florida College (NFC) Annual Health Fair on Friday, April 3, beginning at 9 a.m. The free community…