These first two weeks of school have been jam-packed every single day. Not that I’m complaining, I love being busy. However, I have realized that I have had to take charge of…
Passing Parade: Ten-year-old takes wheel after grandfather faints
Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist Drake Linn was riding in the passenger seat of his grandfather’s pick-up truck on Monday, July 15, going about 70 miles per hour as they towed a…
The purpose of scripture
James, in continuing his discussion about the wisdom that is from above, states in a negative way the purpose of scripture (James 4:5, 6). He asks the question, “Do you think that…
Richard “Dick” Paul Archambault
Richard “Dick” Paul Archambault, 77, of Lee, Fla., passed away on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Dick was born in Providence, R.I., to Louis and Florette Archambault. He…
Cleveland Blackshear, Sr. (Dec. 9, 1935 – Aug. 19, 2024)
“Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.” ~ Psalm…
Sarah “Lil Mama” Louise Williams (Jan. 15, 1964 – Aug. 16, 2024)
“When He calls me, I will answer; I’ll be somewhere listening for my name.” Sarah Louise Williams, 60, of Lee, Fla., affectionately known as “Lil Mama,” gave up her fight for life…
Evangeline Michelle Arnold
Evangeline Michelle Arnold, 52, of Tallahassee, Fla., passed at home on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., on Saturday, Aug. 31, at the Old West Enrichment…
William Henry Jackson, Jr.
William Henry Jackson, Jr., 66, of Tallahassee, Fla., passed on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m., on Saturday, Aug. 31, in the TILLMAN OF TALLAHASSEE CHAPEL-(850)…
Community Calendar
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Friday September 6 From 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. the Station RV Resort, located at 343 SE Balboa Dr., in Madison, will hold a grand opening and ribbon cutting….
Jail Report
Aug. 20 Comeneche Walker – Failure to appear Aug. 21 Adrian Santiago – Driving while license suspended habitual offender Willie Rodriguez – Out of county warrant Aug. 22 Myron Howard – Criminal…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Investing in You During the Dog Days of August – A perfect time to deepen your financial knowledge and prepare for tomorrow
The “Dog Days of August” traditionally refers to the hottest and often most lethargic days of summer. Derived from the period when the star Sirius, known as the “Dog Star,” rises with…
Madison County Youth Bassmasters holds first tournament
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Youth Bassmasters recently held their first tournament of the season on Saturday, Aug. 17, at Lake Miccosukee, in Jefferson County. Dominic Graff and Henry Feinberg received…
Free saltwater fishing day offered
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) offers free fishing days to residents and non-residents for freshwater and saltwater fishing. The next license-free saltwater fishing day will be…
Voluntary recall of infant formula initiated
Danny Federico news@greenepublishing.com Perrigo Company plc has announced a voluntary recall of 16,500 cans of its store-brand Premium Infant Formula with Iron Milk-Based Powder. The recall, affecting three specific lot codes, was…
A short history: Madison County’s earliest known people
Life in Madison County 2024 Contributor Artifacts from local archaeological digs show that Madison County aborigines were camping around Hutto Pond, three miles southwest of the City of Madison, about 10,000 years…
Cowboys Gameday: So it begins again
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com One can easily call it the “curse of the talented.” It is noteworthy that Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) rulings state that teams in the “Class 1Rural” are…
Cheerleader Spotlight: Jordin Akins
Jordin Akins is the 16-year-old daughter of Jonathan Akins and Monica Kelly. She has been a cheerleader since she was four-years-old and says her amazing team is what she likes best about…
AP reporter angers county residents with race baiting
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com I knew I was in for some good fiction when the same article about Madison County school closings showed up in National Public Radio and Los Angeles Times press…
Greenville Town Council schedules workshop
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Aug. 22, the Greenville Town Council met to consider one ordinance and several resolutions, all explained by Town Attorney John Reid. Council Member Chiquila Pleas was not…
Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is open
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com From Saturday, Aug. 24, to Friday, Sept. 6, the Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is in effect. People can purchase qualifying disaster preparedness supplies exempt from tax during the…