Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist Dear Editor- I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, “If you see it in the Sun,…
The Game of Life: College Edition – Where does your loyalty lie?
Buckle up for this one, I might make some people mad. On March 27 of this year, Governor DeSantis passed a bill that basically allows students from public, Title 1 schools to…
Felon Gun Ban Challenge Rejected
Jim Saunders, News Service Florida Contributor The Florida Supreme Court has declined to take up a challenge to the constitutionality of a state law that bars possession of guns by convicted felons….
Celebrate Christmas with these top ten activities
Halie Wetherington news@greenepublishing.com With the Christmas season heavily upon us, some may struggle to find various festive activities in which to participate. Because of that, here are the top ten Christmas activities…
Florida is making it easier for families to pay for education
Halie Wetherington news@greenepublishing.com The Florida Department of Education has recently released information regarding opportunities for public schools that fall under the National School Lunch Act by receiving free or reduced price lunches….
Debris clean-up wrapping up
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com As evidence of the post-Idalia clean-up that has taken place, the big tandem trucks that have been a fixture on Madison County roads will now be a thing of…
Animal cruelty case ends in prison term
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Dec. 18, Brandon Jamal Blackshear, 38, of Greenville was sent to prison as a result of the termination and revocation of his probation. Blackshear was found guilty…
Probation violation results in prison time
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In July of 2022, Rashad Oryan Robinson, 34, of Madison, was found guilty of third degree grand theft and sentenced to three years of probation. On Monday, Dec. 18,…
The Constant That Remains
It is Christmas. Afghans decorate couches and recliners for warmth as fireplaces push back the cold. Children are excited about the jolly ole elf who magically delivers the best toys underneath the…
CarePortal now serving Madison County
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Nov. 17, members and visitors at The Bridge began a two-week training session to participate in CarePortal, a program aimed at meeting the needs of children and…
Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr. announces December books of the month
Florida Department of Education (FDOE) Contributor Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. announced December’s chosen books for the Commissioner’s Books of the Month, a monthly reading challenge to promote literacy and…
Cowboys drop pair of games
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The early season woes continue to hit the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys basketball team as they dropped two games over the weekend. The Cowboys (2-5) were defeated,…
Mother’s Soup Company holds Grand Opening
Halie Wetherington news@greenepublishing.com On the morning of Tuesday, Dec. 12, Madison’s newest restaurant, Mother’s Soup Co., held their Grand Opening, accompanied by a crowd of thrilled individuals from as far away as…
Group seeking instruments for Madison Correctional Institute musical
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Correctional Institute has a group called the Revival Singers and Band. This group has been holding concerts but could use more instruments for their band. The following…
Let’s “fall on our knees” this Christmas
As a little girl, I spent delightful moments singing about the little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay. I gazed at our small nativity scene. I loved looking at all the characters…
National Security: Bethlehem
The coming weekend marks the start of our Christmas celebration. Sunday is Christmas Eve, and churches all over our community will gather to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ twenty centuries ago…
Learning As I Go: Continuing to make my own happy
Last week’s column generated many responses from my readers. I’ve heard from folks all over the place who are working hard to make their own happy. From decorating when they felt Scroogey,…
Florida’s population keeps increasing
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com If you think that Florida is becoming increasingly crowded every year, it’s because more people are moving into the state than are moving out, and many of them are…
TGI Fridays boneless chicken bites recalled for contamination
Danny Federico news@greenepublishing.com A nationwide recall has been issued for approximately 26,550 pounds of TGI Fridays’ honey barbecue boneless chicken bites that may be contaminated with pieces of clear, hard plastic. The…
Lee Town Hall Park is vandalized
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Lee Town Hall Park and the neighborhood beside the city hall were vandalized. The responsible party spray-painted on the painted fence and the side of the stage. They…