Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist One of the mainstays of early sitcoms was the “Honeymooners.” Featured were two blue-collar friends, Jackie Gleason as Ralph Kramden and Art Carney as Ed Norton. Their…
Madison County Babe Ruth League registration is open
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The 2024 spring season registration is open for Madison County Babe Ruth baseball and softball leagues. The Madison County Babe Ruth League offers T-ball for ages four through six,…
Basford named Emergency Management Professional of the Year
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the annual meeting of the Florida Emergency Preparedness Association (FEPA) held Sunday, Jan. 28, through Friday, Feb 2, in Miramar Beach, Fla., Madison County Emergency Management Director Leigh…
Student threatens shooting at MCHS on social media
Adyson Hammock reporter@greenepublishing.com F.S. 985.04(2) that the name, photograph, address and crime or arrest report of a child taken into custody by a law enforcement officer for a violation of law which, if…
Italian Restaurant opening soon
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com There was sadness among the home folks when La Piazza Bella closed their doors several months ago. That sorrow is soon to fade as Mama’s Italian Family Restaurant, in…
Florida Guardian ad Litem Office
The Florida Guardian ad Litem Office is legal representation for children who have been abused, neglected or abandoned in Florida. A judge appoints the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office, which then assigns…
Madison Fire and Rescue hosting Business After Hours
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Feb. 13, the Madison Fire and Rescue will host the Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event, from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., in the department’s upstairs…
MCSO Major celebrates retirement
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Jan. 24, friends, family and fellow officers gathered at the Madison County Jail to wish Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Maj. Leroy Buchanan, Jail Administrator, a happy…
Cowgirls finish regular season with a big win
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls capped off the 2023-24 regular basketball season on Friday, Feb. 2, with a big 65-36 win over the Bulldogs of Suwannee High…
Cowboys celebrate Senior Night with a big win
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Jan. 29, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys honored three seniors on the varsity basketball team in the best way possible, with a big win. The…
NFC President’s List announced for Fall 2023
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College (NFC) is proud to recognize its Sentinels for outstanding academic achievement at the conclusion of its Fall Term 2023. Students included in the President’s List…
NFC Academic Dean’s List announced for Fall 2023
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College (NFC) is proud to recognize its Sentinels for outstanding academic achievement at the conclusion of its Fall Term 2023. Those who are recognized in the…
The Bridge Church begins ministry in Madison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In their very early days, the Bridge Church, in Madison, took inspiration from Colossians 3:11, where the apostle Paul states, “In this new life, it doesn’t matter if you…
Nicole Cole helps Joey Thigpen hear the Word
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Nicole Cole is a native of Fishers, Ind. and a current resident of Live Oak. She travels to Madison every Sunday to attend CrossPointe Church, where she has been…
Volunteer Charity Cyclist still pedaling
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com At the spry young age of 70, Paul Webb’s idea of slowing down is simply pulling his bicycle off the road to allow traffic behind him to pass. Webb,…
When we envy to the point of sinning
“It was so hard to leave Timmy at his first day of kindergarten today,” my friend said. “I had to turn my head so he wouldn’t see me cry.” “You have no…
National Security: BDA
BDA is a military acronym that stands for “bomb damage assessment.” It is the result of a military strike, and answers the question, “How did we do?” What are the results of…
Learning As I Go: Rock bottom. Again.
I received a call from a special friend this week. My heart was full hearing her voice on the other end of the line as we hadn’t spoken in months. This friend…
Will the flamingo become Florida’s official state bird?
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com It’s always interesting to see what legislation lawmakers will propose during a legislative session. Currently, in the Agriculture, Conservation & Resiliency Subcommittee is House Bill 753, which seeks to…
NFLSS schedule announced
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Recently, the North Florida Livestock Show (NFLSS) released their show week line-up. The show will kick off on Monday, Feb. 19 with swine entries available from 8 a.m. until…