1. When and why did you become an Animal Services Officer? I started working for Madison County Animal Control back in 2019. I had not put much thought into the position at the…
Cowboys Gameday: So it begins again
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys are ready to begin their 2024 campaign with one goal in mind, to play for and win another state championship. Before that…
Pair of young athletes shine with softball team
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Although their team is based out of Crawfordville, Fla. a pair of young Madison County athletes have made their presence known on the North Florida Glory 8U traveling softball…
Madison County High School FFA shines at Forestry Camp
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Members of the Madison County High School (MCHS) Future Farmers of America (FFA) went to Forestry Camp from Sunday, July 21, through Friday, July 26, at O’Leno State Park,…
MCHS cheerleaders attend FCA Cheer Camp
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) cheerleaders attended the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Cheer Camp at Valdosta State University from Monday, July 22, through Thursday, July 25. The…
Where do our wedding traditions come from?
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Weddings are undoubtedly an important part of life. The tradition of wedding ceremonies has existed for thousands of years as one of the many things we share in common…
City OKs superfund remedial action
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison City Commission on Tuesday, Aug. 13, the commissioners agreed on a plan moving forward with the Consent Decree in United States of…
School district receives state help
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the Back to School rally at Four Freedoms Park on Saturday, Aug. 10, the Madison County School District received a nice boost from the Florida Division of Emergency…
County to help with well testing
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Aug. 14, the commissioners agreed to help local residents who have well water and have…
Avoid being scammed with post-Debby insurance claims
Danny Federico news@greenepublishing.com In the aftermath of Hurricane Debby, many Floridians are expected to file insurance claims for wind and flood damage. The Florida Association of Public Insurance Adjusters (FAPIA) emphasizes the…
Safety provided through the MCSO Silver Stars
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com If you have an elderly family member living alone, or know of someone, you should encourage them to become part of the “Silver Star” program through the Madison County…
Learning As I Go: The older we get
“When you have kids, you’ll understand.” “When you become a grandparent, you’ll get it.” “When things stop working like they should, it’ll make more sense.” I’ve heard those older than me say…
National Security: Hillbilly
Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH) is the Republican nominee for vice president. He just turned 40 a few weeks ago, so he is quite young, elected to public office for the first time…
Jesus calls us to live in freedom
“I wish I was allowed to eat!” This was the constant thought that plagued me for years. It seemed so unfair that others were allowed to eat. But not me. Whose rules…
Norman Eric Welch (July 6, 1966 – August 16, 2024)
Eric Welch, 58, of Lee, Fla., passed away Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at SGMC, in Valdosta, Ga. He was the son of Carroll Welch and the late Sandy Ryan. Eric was preceded…
Participate in the Great Florida Pollinator Census Count
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com About 40 percent of pollinator species are facing the danger of extinction. To fight this problem, Madison Garden Club and the Taylor County Extension Office are holding a Great…
Disaster preparedness presentation offered
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Lt. Jason Matchett will give an informative presentation on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Madison First Methodist Church, located at 248 SW Rutledge St.,…
Bingo Night approaches at the Edge of Town
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Join the Edge of Town, located at 8289 E U.S. Hwy. 90, in Lee, on Thursday, Aug. 29, for a fun night of Bingo, from 6 p.m. until 8…
Florida Farm Bureau announces Youth Speech Contest
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Florida Farm Bureau Federation (FFBF) of Madison County is holding a youth speech contest on Thursday, Aug. 29, at 4 p.m. at the Madison Farm Bureau Office, located…
Nominations for the George Townsend Good Neighbor Award being accepted
Emerald Greene emerald@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Farm Bureau is once again accepting nominations for the George Townsend Good Neighbor Award. This award was named after George Townsend, who exemplified generosity and a…