Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the luncheon meeting of the 55-Plus Club, on Wednesday, March 12, those present heard a program from retired educator Jenny Andrews. Andrews gave an interesting and inspiring program…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Tips to help bring more peace to your retirement
Knowing the difference between financial stress and financial problems Retirement is supposed to be a time of relaxation and enjoyment, but for many, it can also bring its share of financial stress….
Jail Report
Greene Publishing, Inc. publishes the Jail Report each week based on information provided by the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). It is the policy of Greene Publishing, Inc. to print each name,…
MCCS hosts Career Day
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, March 4, Madison County Central School (MCCS) sixth through eighth graders experienced Career Day. Colleges, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), WCTV, Department of Justice (DOJ),…
JMPHS Bass Bandits compete in Harris Chain Lakes tournament
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Members of the James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) Bass Bandits competed in the Harris Chain of Lakes- Summer Trail Qualifier #2 on Saturday, March 8, and Sunday, March…
Nu Omega Omega Chapter offers scholarships to two 2025 seniors
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Nu Omega Omega Chapter is offering two high school seniors a 2025 college scholarship. Eligible students must be graduating from a Madison County high…
Former Cowboy hoping to help bring the Bulls back
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Former Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboy Zane Herring is among three sixth-year offensive linemen at the University of South Florida (USF) who are determined to finish their careers…
Cowgirls present coach with memorable birthday present
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls varsity softball team sang “Happy Birthday” to Head Softball Coach Morris Bell when the team got underway to Tallahassee to play the…
At a loss for words: Chill edition
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com This week’s visit is dedicated to those whose goal in life is to chill out and relax as much as possible. The inspiration for this came as I referred…
Way back when: 35 years ago
March 18, 1994 The North Florida Junior College (NFJC) music and drama departments will combine talents for the spring production of Annie on March 24, 25 and 26 at 7:30 p.m. in…
Way back when: 40 years ago
March 13 – 19, 1985 The Madison Middle School Wildcats baseball team takes the field Wednesday, March 6, in the opening games of the 1985 season. The Wildcats travel to Aucilla to…
Way back when: 50 years ago
March 21, 1975 Richard Petty, who claimed his first Winston Cup Victory at Talladega 500, will be seeking a second straight win of the 33-degree banks of the mammoth racing and testing…
Way back when: 60 years ago
March 19, 1965 Pictured are those breaking ground for a new Seventh-day Adventist Church on E U.S. Highway 90, from left to right, are: Randell Rowe, municipal judge ; H. H. Schmidt,…
School consolidation meeting planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com There will be an informational meeting about the upcoming school consolidation on Thursday, March 20, at 6 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Madison County Central School…
Down Homes Days approaching
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The annual Down Homes Days is an event many Madisonians look forward to each year. This year promises to be one of the most memorable events ever. While the…
Three bills aim to reduce or eliminate property taxes in Florida
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com Now that the Florida Legislature is formally in session as of Tuesday, March 4, it will deal with at least three bills that aim either to reduce property taxes…
New bill seeks to stiffen dangerous dogs laws
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com Another bill to stiffen the state’s dangerous dogs laws has been filed in the Florida Legislature for the session that started on Tuesday, March 4. Senate Bill 572, co-introduced…
Warning: Don’t fall for fake FEMA fraudsters
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Florida State Emergency Response Team and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) warn Floridians that while disaster recovery efforts are continuing throughout…
MCSO issues a Capital City Bank scam
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor Another scam attempt has been reported to be circulating in Madison County. This time, the victim receives a text message saying “Capital City Bank-Your Card was used…
House targets gun age law
Jim Sanders News Service Florida Contributor Florida House Republicans recently backed a proposal that would repeal part of a law passed after the 2018 mass shooting at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High…