Here’s a quick primer for all those misguided, brainwashed America-hating people who support and vote for these so-called progressive socialist candidates, or as I call them: COMMUNISTS!!! A communist will lie and…
National Security: Go west
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist As we begin the second 250 years since our nation’s founding, it is easy to overlook that in 1776, the future of the American nation was the western…
Learning As I Go: A crash course
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist I climbed into the driver’s seat and headed toward town. There were a few things I needed to finish before Wednesday evening church began. My favorite songs…
Know before you vote: Pair of political forums planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to inform Madison County voters about the candidates running for both the Madison County Board of County Commissioners and Madison County School Board, a pair of…
Team Real to host back-to-school backpack drive and community celebration
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com As students prepare to head back to the classroom, Team Real is once again stepping up to help local families by hosting its annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive on Saturday,…
Madison County Youth Bassmasters opens registration for 2026-27 fishing season
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Young anglers across Madison County are invited to cast a line this fall as registration is now officially open for the Madison County Youth Bassmasters’ 2026-27 fishing season. The…
Back-to-School Tax Holiday begins July 20
Hailey Heseltine reporter@greenepublishing.com It might feel like summer has just begun, but the school year is right around the corner, with most students headed back for the 2026-2027 academic year between Aug….
Support community journalism; support Madison County
What would Madison County be like without local news? Local newspapers serve a critical role in communities, providing trustworthy information, serving as government watchdogs, holding officials accountable and reporting on the local…
Greenville Town Council seats go unopposed
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The two seats up for election in the upcoming race both only had one candidate qualify, so those seats are being decided by default. In Group Three, incumbent…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Let the unrest begin!
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com My family took few vacations as I was growing up. I only recall one, which was a fun trip to the mountains in North Carolina. My dad’s version of…
Two new state laws restrict local officials’ taxing ability
Lazaro Aleman reporter@greenepublishing.com Two property tax bills that legislators passed in the last special session and that Gov. Ron DeSantis recently signed into law will significantly impact local governments’ ability to raise…
MCSO warns of circulating scams
Ady Hammock reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) recently shared a Facebook post warning followers of a scam circulating in Madison County. Citizens have reported receiving calls or text messages from…
Second Chance Act takes effect
Story submitted The Second Chance Act officially took effect across Florida on Wednesday, July 1, requiring all high school student athletes to receive a medical evaluation, including an electrocardiogram (EKG), before…
Rep. Allison Tant visits Madison County Commission meeting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, July 8, State Representative Allison Tant was on hand to speak about the most recent…
Grace in a Mr. Goodbar
Rev. Cheryl Cruce Columnist It is strange how something as simple as riding the country dirt roads with my daughter can stir treasured memories from yesteryear. Moments you thought were long gone…
Florida Spectrum Alert now in effect
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Though the Florida Spectrum Alert was established in 2025, it didn’t go into effect until Wednesday, July 1. The new alert is intended to enhance the safety and well-being…
Madison Kiwanis Club awards Tahj Dobson with Jumpstart Scholarship
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Tahj Dobson was the honored guest at the Madison Kiwanis Club on Thursday, July 9. Madison County Foundation for Excellence in Education President Tim Sanders introduced Dobson to the…
Tensions rise during school board meeting over new appointed principal and sale of former Pinetta property
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board covered a wide range of topics during its nearly two-hour long workshop on Monday, July 6, including personnel decisions, budget planning, policy revisions, property…
Harlee Davis shares recovery journey following medical emergency
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The outpouring of support for Harlee Davis continues to grow as family, friends and neighbors stand beside her during her recovery from a life-threatening medical emergency. Along with the…
Local students attend national convention
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com From Tuesday, June 23, through Saturday, June 27, a group of seven students from the Madison County Central School (MCCS) Beta Club attended the Beta Club National Convention, in…