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…
Learning As I Go: Why do you wake up?
Why do I wake up? Spending a week with little to no agenda (other than meals, naps, and reading) created a margin for stillness, reflection and introspection. In one of those quiet…
National Security: The economy
When Ronald Reagan took office four decades ago, the American economy was a dumpster dive. Inflation was 11 percent. Interest rates for home mortgages exceeded 16 percent, effectively shutting down construction. Unemployment…
God’s grace is real
If your life was featured in a magazine article, would you send copies to your family? Would you invite your friends on social media to read it? If you took snapshots of…
Letter to the Editor: Celebrating milestones and looking ahead
Dear Editor, It is with great pride that I have stepped into the role of Postmaster for Madison, a community rich in tradition and promise. As we begin 2025, the U. S….
Remembering the animals who fought for us
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com Dogs are a man’s best friend; everyone has heard this saying. Some people believe it, while others do not, but one thing is universally agreed upon: dogs and humanity…
Greenville Masonic Lodge hosts Florida conceal carry course
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Greenville Masonic Lodge No. 28, located at 163 SW Church Ave., in Greenville, Fla., and F&AM of Florida are holding a Florida Conceal Carry Course on Saturday, March…
Madison Garden Club hears about pollinators
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison Garden Club on Thursday, March 6, the club members heard a program by club member and Florida Master Gardener Alice Smith, who…
Daffodil Days support cancer patients
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com Daffodil Days, held every spring, is an event to raise awareness for cancer using this cheerful, floral symbol. This year’s campaign runs from Saturday, March 29, through Saturday, April…
Be aware, these apps could be on your kid’s phone
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com Cell phones are both an incredible asset and an incredible danger, especially when it comes to children with little impulse control. Although helpful for keeping in-touch with family and…
MCHS Cowboys Baseball
The Madison County High School junior varsity baseball team is primed and ready for action this season. Pictured in the front, from left to right, are: Morgan Scurry, Harper Bass, Russel Cruz-Velasquez,…