Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com After four days of testimony and over six hours of jury deliberation, another chapter in the saga of former Jefferson County Clerk of Courts Kirk Reams has come to…
MCSO school resource vehicles sporting a new look
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the addition of two new custom wrapped patrol vehicles to their fleet. The first is a dodge charger…
Caution urged around schools
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Area motorists are reminded that, with the road construction currently under way on U.S. Hwy 90 around Madison County Central School, James Madison Preparatory High School and Madison County…
Cherry Lake blue-green algae caution lifted
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Florida Department of Health (DOH) in Madison has lifted the caution for blue-green algae in Cherry Lake. On Friday, Aug. 2, the Department of Environmental Protection tested Cherry…
Letter to the Editor:
Greetings from Valdosta, Upon attending Madison County’s “Down Home Days” parade and Car Show last April, and as an animal lover, I was most pleasantly surprised when I met fellow animal lovers…
From the Sunny Side: Impressions
As I am sure I have shared before, sometimes I have an easier time coming up with topics for our weekly visits than other times. It has happened on more than one…
The Game of Life: College Edition Take charge
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…