Cherry Lake Farms (also known as Cherry Rural Rehabilitation Project) was a New Deal rural relief program initiated by the FERA and the Resettlement Administration (RA) and implemented by the WPA. The…
Charlotte’s Hope conference coming to The Bridge
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Charlotte’s Hope Ministries presents “A Women’s Journey to God’s Love and Empowerment,” on Friday, Jan. 30 and Saturday, Jan. 31. The event is being held at The Bridge, located…
Cookie boxes available
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com West Farm Baking Co., of Madison and American Legion Post 422, in Lee are teaming up to spread the love this Valentine’s Day with cookie boxes. Each cookie…
Cheerleader Spotlight: Kelsey Starling
Kelsey Starling has been a cheerleader for four years and says attending the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Cheer Camp has been her most memorable experience so far. She says stunting and hanging…
Cowgirls defeat Bulldogs
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls met another rival, the Bulldogs of Suwannee High School, on the MCHS court on Saturday, Jan. 10. The Cowgirls utilized a stingy…
Meet the varsity Cowgirls
The Madison County High School varsity Cowgirls basketball team are in the hunt for a state title. Pictured, from left to right, are: Amyah Ingram, Ta’kiyah Gilley, Janiyah Livingston, Victoria Dawkins, Tahj…
Tips to winterize your vehicle
Metro Contributor The elements pose a unique challenge to motor vehicles, and that’s particularly notable when seasons change. Though the shift from spring to summer or even summer to fall may not…
Van H. Priest Auditorium to “come alive with The Sound of Music”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The next presentation by the North Florida College (NFC) theatre program, the Sentinel Upstage Players, will be the Rogers and Hammerstein classic, The Sound of Music. Since the musical…
Jail Report
Jan. 09 Nathaniel Burnett – Cocaine possession and sale within 1,000 feet of a specified area Butch Brinson – Cocaine possession and sale within 1,000 feet of a specified area Joey Haynes…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Navigating the financial challenges of Dementia
Aaron Taylor Contributor Dementia is a complex and devastating condition that not only affects the emotional and mental well-being of individuals but also places an immense financial burden on families. A study…
Area student named to LaGrange College VPAA’s List
Nikkovia Sweet Contributor Leonard Galbraith of Lee, Fla., was recently named to the LaGrange College Fall Semester Vice President of Academic Affairs’ List. To be eligible for this honor, students must maintain…
Madison Garden Club and Madison Woman’s Club hold joint meeting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com As is customary for the Madison Garden and Woman’s Clubs, their January meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8, was a combined meeting with the two clubs. The January meeting is…
Understanding the Vote event held
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to help inform local voters of the importance of making their voices heard, the Nu Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. held an…
Tax season arrives: Why hiring a professional may pay off
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com As tax filing season begins, many Americans are gathering documents and preparing for their federal income tax returns. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reminds taxpayers they are legally responsible…
From the Sunny Side: From the mouths of babes
Rick Patrick Columnist Recently, I had the pleasure of sharing a meal with a former school teacher who had spent many years teaching kindergarten and first grade youngsters. She began to tell…
Faith when the world feels out of control
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist In the erratic times we live in, when emotions run rampant, do you ever wonder if you’re living with the right focus? I do. As Christ followers, what…
National Security: Iran
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist There are many front-page news stories on the international stage, but none can top Iran. The Islamic Republic regime is facing its most imminent threat since its revolutionary…
Learning As I Go: A shield
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist Football players understand the importance of being a shield. Offensive linemen create a moving shield between the running back or receiver who is headed for the end…
FHP reminds drivers about Move Over Month
Florida Highway Patrol Contributor The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FDHSWV), and its division, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), reminds drivers that January is Move Over Month. Under Florida…
Sex offender sentenced
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During felony court proceedings on Tuesday, Jan. 6, Bryce Swilley, 32, of Madison, appeared before the Hon. Melissa Olin to answer to several charges of failure to properly register…