Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Dec. 11, the commissioners unanimously passed a proclamation honoring Judge Augustus D. Aikens, Jr. Aikens…
A New Year’s history lesson
Halie Wetherington news@greenepublishing.com Every year, celebration after celebration is thrown and even filmed in some areas for the excitement surrounding the coming of the new year. But when did these celebrations first…
Proposed bill would allow the open carry of firearms
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com As happens every year, legislators have already begun filing bills for the coming legislative session, even though it’s not set to begin until March 4, 2025. One of the…
What a year to watch the sky
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Last year was full of significant astronomical events, and for those who enjoyed looking skyward in 2024, there will be plenty to enjoy in 2025. One of the most…
Change in the New Year
For eight years, my family lived the military life. We were bound by the rhythm of military service: deployments, many moves and the unspoken solidarity of those who understand the unique sacrifices…
National Security: Jimmy Carter
Our nation’s 39th president, Jimmy Carter, has died. As he turned 100 recently, he was our longest living president. He only served one term, from 1977 to 1981, but it was consequential….
Learning As I Go: Resolution flopper or fulfiller?
According to forbes.com, only six percent of the people who set a New Year’s resolution are still doing it a year later. Over half of the group polled quit at or under…
Bikers help kids
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Cherry Lake/Madison, Fla. Chapter 224 of the American Legion Riders recently helped collect and donate eight full boxes of toys for the local Toys for Tots program. This…
Johnston donates mattresses to Madison Fire Department
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Dec. 19, Johnston Signature Furnishings of Madison donated four extra long twin mattresses to the Madison Fire Department. Johnston Signature Furnishings of Madison staff offered mattresses to…
Madison Courthouse annex honors retirees
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Dec. 16, the Madison County Courthouse Annex held a retirement party for four of their officials that are set to retire. All four officials have worked there…
American Legion donates wheelchairs to senior citizens
Halie Weatherington news@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Dec. 12, TJ Barber brightened senior citizens’ day by donating wheelchairs to various places in Madison on behalf of the American Legion. His first stop was St….
Woman’s Club brings the Christmas Cheer
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Woman’s Club met for their monthly gathering on Thursday, Dec. 12, at 11:45 a.m. The meeting started with members singing Christmas carols before President Bonnie Rolfe continued…
New year superstitions: The dos and don’ts
Halie Weatherington reporter@greenepublishing.com There are many superstitions surrounding the coming of a new year that have been passed on through generations, some of which are exceedingly popular and others that are a…
Meet your new MCCS Beta members
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Dec. 18, Madison County Central School (MCCS) held a Beta Club induction for their new members. MCCS had 29 new members inducted into their Beta Club. The…
Lighting up the garden
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com As winter steadily sinks in, there are ways to protect and strengthen your flower beds and veggie patches for the long, cold months ahead. There is something a little…
What to plant in January
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Although cooler weather will be around for a few weeks, there are several plants one can add to their vegetable garden in January. According to the plant experts at…
Josie helps save Christmas
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com What could have easily turned into a Christmas tragedy for one Madison County family was turned into a Christmas triumph, thanks to the persistence and nose of Josie, the…
Madison County Sheriff’s Office announces “Operation Get Home Safe”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to keep impaired drivers off the road and to provide a safer New Year’s holiday, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has announced they will again…
Cowboys honored by school board
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Prior to the opening of the meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Monday, Dec. 9, the school board honored the 2024 Rural Class Football State Champions,…
Legislative delegation meets
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Dec. 18, State Representative Allison Tant and State Senator Corey Simon met with Madison County officials and citizens in the Madison County Courthouse Annex. Such meetings are…