We are now in the “fall back” stage of the year where time is set back an hour and let me be the first to say, this is not my ideal time…
Passing Parade: Elections have consequences
Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist In 1952, there was a dramatic presidential election in this country. It was between Harry Truman, the Missouri Democrat, and Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Kansas Republican. It…
From the Sunny Side: You first
When we began our weekly visits, I made an effort to avoid getting into “politics.” I generally try to keep things “light” here on the Sunny Side. It seems the more divisive…
Job and the Prophets are examples
As James continues his discussion of practicing patience, he states that Christians should not complain “against one another,” giving as examples Job and the prophets. He reminds us that we see in…
Kathryn Cobb Washington (Nov. 15, 1946 – Nov. 1, 2024)
“Come to me, all of you who are weary and loaded down with burdens, and I will give you rest.”-Matt 11:28 Mrs. Kathryn Cobb Washington, 77, of Detroit, Mich., by way of Greenville, Fla., quietly transitioned…
Raleigh B. “Ralo” Barfield (April 30, 1951 – Nov. 3, 2024)
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:” -2 Timothy 4:7 Raleigh B. Barfield, affectionately known as “Ralo,” 73, of Madison, Fla., answered the…
Yvonne Lee Peek Johnson (Aug. 12, 1950 – Oct. 22, 2024)
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me.” -Psalm 23:4 Yvonne Lee Peek Johnson, 74 ,of Madison, Fla.,…
LaPadre Antoine “Toine” Hampton, Jr. (May 9, 1981 -Nov. 1, 2024)
“Earth Has No Sorrow That Heaven Cannot Heal” LaPadre Antoine Hampton, Jr., 43, of Greenville, Fla., left his chapter unfinished on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, when he gently closed his eyes for…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Crafting a Rich Life in Retirement: Beyond Wealth
To live a rich retirement life, envision what truly brings you joy and fulfillment Retirement is often envisioned as a time of relaxation and freedom, a period to enjoy the fruits of…
Jail Report
Oct. 29 Shedrick Hicks – Conservation animals torture inflicting pain serious physical injury death Oct. 30 Aaron Bright – Failure to appear Shaun Jones – Driving while license suspended revoked or equivalent…
Community Calendar
Saturday November 9 The American Legion Riders of Cherry Lake will host their Third Annual Chili Cook-off, starting at 5:30 p.m. The entry fee for the competition is $10. A $5 tasting…
Chili cook off planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The American Legion Riders will be holding their Third Annual Chili Cook Off on Saturday, Nov. 9. Judging will begin at 5:30 p.m. There will be a $10 entry…
Cowboys salute seniors
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Prior to kickoff of the Madison County High School vs. Lake Minneola High School football game on Friday, Nov. 1, the senior members of the football team, cheerleading squad…
Healthcare Heroes: Ali Barrs
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Ali Barrs is currently the Operating Room (OR) Nurse Manager for the Madison County Memorial Hospital (MCMH). Barrs, a Madison native, graduated from Madison County High School (MCHS) in…
Study links loneliness with greater dementia risk
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In the largest study of its kind, researchers at the Florida State University (FSU) College of Medicine have shown a link between loneliness and dementia. The findings are a…
Senior Citizens Council hosts safety with medications presentation
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Lisa Sherry, with Disc Village, is leading a Senior Safety with Pain Medications presentation at the Senior Citizens Council of Madison County, located at 1161 SW Harvey Greene Dr.,…
Veterans Day celebration planned
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Veteran Services Office invites everyone to join them for a Veterans Day celebration on Monday, Nov. 11, beginning at 11 a.m., at Four Freedoms Park, in…
Hometown Salute: Rey Ortiz
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Rey Ortiz is a 2001 graduate of Gateway High School, in Kissimmee, Fla. Two weeks after graduating, he enlisted into the United States Air Force, completing basic training at…
Hometown Salute: Debbie Stockavas
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Debbie Stockavas is a 1974 graduate of Bishop Kenrick High School, in Norristown, Pa. She enlisted into the United States Army in 1978, completing basic training at Ft. McClellan,…
Ribbon cutting held for new natural gas facility
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Oct. 28, a ribbon cutting ceremony was held at Full Circle Dairy, in Lee, for a new renewable natural gas (RNG) facility. In essence, the new facility…