James Walter Sanders, 80, of Lee, Fla., passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. James was born October 20, 1943 in Talladega, Ala. He was a 20-year and eight…
Summer carnival planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Gospel Train Outreach Ministry will be hosting a fun summer carnival on Saturday, July 13, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. There will be fun and food for…
Wild Adventures named one of the most affordable parks in the U.S.
Wild Adventures Contributor Wild Adventures Theme Park is proud to announce its recent accolade as the fourth most affordable park in the U.S., according to HomeToGo’s 2024 U.S. Summer Travel Survey….
The Importance of a Mid-Year Financial Review – It is not just a routine task, but a strategic necessity to align with your goals
As we reach the halfway mark of the year, it’s a prime opportunity to assess your financial planning goals and review your investment portfolio. This mid-year check-in is essential for ensuring that…
Rotarians hear from Chamber Director
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, July 3, the members heard a presentation from Madison County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Director Jennifer Poore….
Sugar Cane Festival vendor spots available
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com The annual Sugar Cane Festival, sponsored by Suwannee Hardware and Feed, announced recently that there are a few vendor spots left for the upcoming event. Don Junior Wilson, the…
Smokey Bear turning 80
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The iconic symbol of a bear wearing blue jeans, carrying a shovel and urging people to take care when using campfires is one of the oldest advertising symbols in…
DownTown Nutrition holds ribbon cutting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com One of Madison’s newest businesses, DownTown Nutrition, held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, July 9, to commemorate the opening of their store on Rutledge Avenue. DownTown Nutrition is…
2024 MCSO Youth camp was a success
Adyson Hammock reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) held their youth adventure camp this summer beginning on Tuesday, June 25. That morning, the 61 youth attending reported to the Madison Church…
NFC offers free Jumpstart program for the fall semester
Adyson Hammock reporter@greenepublishing.com From Monday, Aug. 12 until Thursday, Aug. 15, North Florida College (NFC) is hosting a free program in order to prepare for the fall semester. The Jumpstart program is…
MCHS FFA to host Agriculture Day Camp
Adyson Hammock reporter@greenepublishing.com This year, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Future Farmers of America (FFA) will once again be hosting an Agriculture Day Camp for 7th and 8th graders, focusing on…
““Halo” merchandise available
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Fans of the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls softball team no doubt remember Halie Wetherington. The star pitcher and valedictorian of the MCHS Class of 2021 went on…
Healthcare Hero: Courtney Strickland Floyd
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com Meet one of Madison County’s very own healthcare workers, Courtney Strickland Floyd! Floyd was born and raised here in Madison, where she currently works in the Emergency Room (ER)…
Free tele-health therapy available
Rachel Pratt Contributor Eligible residents of Madison County can now receive virtual mental health help for free. Tele-therapy services can be a convenient, accessible, flexible and affordable way to receive mental health…
Step into comfort: Free footwear program
Adyson Hammock reporter@greenepublishing.com The Florida Podiatric Medical Society (FPMS) has recently begun a free diabetic footwear program; providing diabetic socks, inserts and shoes to residents living with Type 1 or Type 2…
Behind the name
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com What’s in a name? Names are words we choose to call a specific person, place or thing by, and names are usually not chosen without reason. Most things have…
Defensive driving refresher course
Metro Contributor Driving affords people the freedom to travel wherever they desire, so long as they have access to a reliable vehicle. However, soon after the “new car smell” of that freshly…
How to identify a vehicle that fits you
Metro Contributor Buying a vehicle is a significant financial investment. It is not a decision to take lightly, especially given the historically high prices of new cars in recent years. Finding a…
MCSO loses one of their own
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to information provided by Madison County Sheriff David Harper, on Thursday, July 4, officers from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) responded to the scene of a traffic…
Crash claims life on Interstate 10
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), on Monday, July 1, at approximately 5:08 p.m. a fatal car crash took place on I-10, near the east…