Lazaro Aleman News@greenepublishing.com Confusion continues to exist over a new state law that makes it a criminal offense to cover any part of a vehicle’s license plate, whether the obstruction is intentional…
Buckle up or get busted
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The phrase “click it or ticket” took on a new meaning for a Madison man who was pulled over because he was not wearing his seatbelt. According to a…
Jeff Keel miraculously recovers from major heart issues
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison resident Jeff Keel is a man of many talents. He is a musician, a former school teacher and a passionate dog trainer, currently owning Evenkeel K-9. Keel spends…
Madison County Sheriff’s Office searching for mailbox bandits
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is actively investigating a rash of recent mail thefts stolen directly from mailboxes. Most of the reported mail thefts occurred on…
Texas Hold ’em poker tournament planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Poker aficionados are urged to try their luck during a Texas Hold ‘em poker tournament, sponsored by the Madison County Chamber of Commerce. The tournament will take place on…
Read the Bible in a year
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Many people make a goal for themselves to read the Bible in the course of a year. Achieving this takes a large commitment, requiring a person to read…
Veterans support groups planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In response to requests, the Lee American Legion Post 422 will be hosting Veterans support group meetings, starting on Friday, Jan. 16. There will be two different sessions on…
How New Year’s traditions took root in North Florida
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Long before midnight countdowns, fireworks and televised celebrations, the arrival of New Year’s celebrations in North Florida was marked quietly, shaped by survival, faith and the rhythms of daily…
New Year’s superstitions around the world
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Many people have odd superstitions when it comes to New Year’s celebrations. From avoiding certain foods and chores to throwing furniture out of the window, several cultures across the…
First Baptist Church of Madison’s Christmas happenings
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com First Baptist Church of Madison has had an eventful December. On Sunday, Dec. 21, the church held their annual Christmas pageant. The play, directed by Theresa Hale, Cassey Andrews and…
St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church holds candlelight service
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Members and guests of St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church enjoyed a Christmas meal together on Wednesday, Dec. 17, as part of their yearly Christmas Candlelight Service. The event was…
Way Back When
Dec. 31, 1965 Mrs. J. E. Register was feted with a birthday dinner Sunday, Dec. 26, at her home. The occasion was her 84th birthday. Members of the family attending were Mr….
Remembering Suwannee: Thurber Talmadge Scott, Part 1
Eric Musgrove Contributor Suwannee County has been blessed with a number of citizens whose impact has reached far beyond the confines of the county. The man under discussion today was one such…
MCSD Transportation Department spreads Christmas cheer to senior citizens
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com This Christmas season, while many were working on ordering, buying and wrapping gifts for their own families, the Madison County School District (MCSD) Transportation Department was working on something…
Aucilla Christian Academy students tour Full Circle Dairy
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Dec. 11, a group of first-grade students from Aucilla Christian Academy took a tour of Full Circle Dairy, in Lee. It was a fun and educational experience…
ARI ends a productive year of educational outreach
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com As 2025 comes to a close, the Aucilla Research Institute (ARI) is celebrating another year of research and educational outreach in the Big Bend. Each year, ARI offers local…
Cowboy earns MVP Award
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the 70th Florida Athletic Coaches Association North/South All-star Football Classic on Saturday Dec. 20, played at The Villages, one Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboy stood out for…
Cowboys fall to Bulldogs
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was a tough end to 2025 for the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys varsity basketball team. After starting the season with a 1-1 mark, the Cowboys dropped…
Meet the 2025-26 Varsity Cowboys
The Madison County High School varsity Cowboys are ready to provide plenty of basketball action during the 2025-26 basketball season. Pictured in the front, from left to right, are: Head Coach Allen…
Cheerleader Spotlights
Abby McLeod is the 14-year-old daughter of Lindsay Arnold and has been a cheerleader for four year. She says attending the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Cheer Camp has been her most memorable…