Having one thing go wrong is easily shaken, but when one thing turns into two, into three on top of exhaustion and weary, rational thinking goes out the window. As I’ve shared…
Friends pull together to help a neighbor
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It wasn’t an opportunity to get together and have some fun with friends. It was also an opportunity to help a neighbor who has obviously been available to help…
Get prepared with Florida Tropical Training Week
Adyson Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Saturday, June 1 marked the beginning of the Atlantic Hurricane Season, and the Florida National Weather Service (NWS) is providing free virtual tropical training from Monday, July 29 until…
MCSO holds second Women’s Self-Defense Class
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) hosted a second Women’s Self-Defense Class on Saturday, June 8. Undersheriff Chris Andrews and Captain Jarrod Lauth taught the class and gave helpful tips…
MCHS Band holds spring concert
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Bands from Madison County High School (MCHS) and the Sentinel Jazz Combo from North Florida College performed during the Spring Concert, held at the Van H. Priest Auditorium on…
A new ‘roo arrives at the wildlife center
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com The North Florida Wildlife Center in Lamont, Fla. has welcomed a new red kangaroo, Evie. She is just nine months old and is quickly making friends with the center’s…
VOICES for Children: Advocating for children in the Third Judicial Circuit
Bea Coker news@greenepublishing.com VOICES for Children is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization standing as a beacon of hope for abused and neglected children in Suwannee, Columbia, Lafayette, Hamilton, Dixie, Madison and Taylor Counties…
The benefits of reading aloud with your children
Adyson Hammock news@greenepublishing.com During the summer, whether they’re running around outside or inside playing video games, most kids don’t think about taking time out of their day to read a book. However,…
Ashlyn Rogers makes Spring 2024 Dean’s List at Georgia Southwestern State University
Georgia Southwestern State University Contributor Ashlyn Rogers, a resident a Madison, made the Spring 2024 Dean’s List at Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) and was among 730 students recognized for scholastic achievement. …
MCAA chapter selected as one of Florida’s Premier FFA Chapters
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Creative Arts Academy (MCAA) Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter has recently been selected as one of Florida’s Premier FFA Chapters for 2023-24. The Premier Chapter Award…
Valdosta State University announces Spring 2024 Dean’s List
Valdosta State University Contributor More than 1,600 distinguished and accomp lished students were named to Valdosta State University’s (VSU) Spring 2024 Dean’s List. Dean’s List honors are reserved for the highest achieving students…
Madison County Homeschool Expo being held
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Monday, July 24, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. there will be a Madison County Homeschool Expo at Fellowship Baptist Church, located at 1997 NE Colin Kelly Hwy.,…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Shame on me!
I had this really cute girlfriend in the third grade. Her name was Loyda. She was much taller than I, and she would occasionally spin me about as if she was going…
Widows begin monthly fellowship
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Widows in Madison County enjoyed their first monthly gathering on Tuesday, May 21, at The Bridge, in Madison. For several years, the ladies have enjoyed a yearly dinner hosted…
Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez announces registration is open for the 2024 Florida python challenge
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Contributor Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez recently announced that registration for the 2024 Florida Python Challenge is now open. Participants this year will have the chance to…
Laura’s garden notes: Go ahead and “go to seed”
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com Since the mid 1800s, Americans have used the phrase “gone to seed” figuratively as a way to disparage something or someone that has, according to the Collins English Dictionary,…
Being part of something bigger: Local charity fosters ties with NASCAR
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com There is little doubt that NASCAR racing is one the biggest sports around. Many businesses have found ways to capitalize on that popularity by shelling out thousands, or even…
Madison County joins the Tesla Supercharger Network
Ronnie Green Contributor Tesla Superchargers are now available in Madison County. The eight 250 kWh superchargers are next to the local Mobile Station at 3907 FL-14, just North of I-10. These superchargers…
City gives update on Horry Avenue project
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The City of Madison recently released an update on the repaving and infrastructure upgrades to Horry Avenue, in Madison. Anderson Columbia, the contractor for the project, notified the city…
Meth possession results in two year sentence
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During felony court proceedings on Monday, June 10, Walter McCloud, 68, of Madison appeared before the Hon. Wesley Douglas to answer on a charge of possession of methamphetamine with…