I had a thought this morning as I made my way to the newspaper office. That is nothing unusual, I often have thoughts on my way in. This time, it was quite…
The Game of Life: College Edition Little talks can have big impacts
My second year of coaching is here! My team and I just had our first tournament, and it was a little rocky, but a lot of fun. I forget how much I…
Passing Parade: Infiltration: Learning from history
Nelson A. Pryor Guest Columnist This is the story of how the Japanese planned, and took over, the Philippines before they decided to take over Pearl Harbor, on Dec. 7, 1941. Yes,…
Patricia Ann Kauffman
Patricia Ann Kauffman, 86, passed away on June 3, 2024 in Madison, Fla., surrounded by family in her home. Patricia was born Sept. 24, 1937, in Crestline, Ohio, to Clarence Moyer and…
William “Bud” Joseph Leslein
Mr. William “Bud” Joseph Leslein, age 79, went to be with the Lord on Sunday June 2, 2024, in Valdosta, Ga. Bud was born on December 28, 1944, in Edinburgh, Indiana, to…
Edge of Town hosts Grand Opening
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Edge of Town, located at 8289 U.S. 90, in Lee, hosted a Grand Opening for their new food truck and ice cream shop on Thursday, May 23. The…
Arc Big Bend holds summer auction
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Arc Big Bend, in Madison, is holding a summer auction from Friday, June 21, through Friday, June 28. There will be many items in their summer auction varying…
Streaming services are increasing prices and adding advertisements
Kenzie James reporter@greenepublishing.com Popular streaming services have continued to increase prices and add advertisements, reverting back to aspects of cable that consumers tried to avoid by switching to streaming. Streaming services like…
MCSO Major completes training
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor Madison County Sheriff David Harper would like to congratulate Maj. Beatrice Livingston for graduating from the Florida Sheriff’s Association’s Commander’s Academy Class 15 on Friday, May 24….
Upcoming NFC summer events
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Here’s a list of upcoming summer events/camps that North Florida College (NFC) offers. The Greatest Generation: A Tribute to the 40’s at Van H. Priest Auditorium, in Madison. NFC…
The Bush Wealth Advantage
Retirement is often envisioned as a time of relaxation and freedom, a period to enjoy the fruits of years of hard work. However, living a truly “rich” life during these years involves…
Taylor and Madison County’s relationship
Adyson Hammock reporter@greenepublishing.com Many people may think of Taylor and Madison Counties as ‘rival’ counties, especially when it comes to sports. However, that hasn’t always been the case. Taylor County wasn’t always…
Finding a place in the state
Hailey Heseltine reporter@greenepublishing.com The Florida we know today is comprised of 67 separate counties. The separation of counties is intended to provide citizens with adequate access to government services, and Florida certainly…
MCHS Beta Club holds induction
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Beta Club held their annual induction ceremony on Wednesday, May 15, in the MCHS gymnasium. This was an opportunity to look back on…
Special Olympics pickleball season begins soon
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The registration for the Special Olympics Madison County 2024 Pickleball season begins on Saturday, June 8. Special Olympics is a competitive sports program for individuals with intellectual disabilities who…
Cowboys hold baseball banquet
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) junior varsity and varsity baseball teams held their annual banquet on Thursday, May 30, at Madison First Baptist Church. A tasty meal, catered…
Harris Homestead Farm Spotlight
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Harris Homestead is a farm worked by Earl and Roe Harris, owned by God. In 2008, they began this journey after becoming aware of what they ate and what…
Madison Local Market approaches
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Madison’s Local Market on Saturday, June 8, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. There will be craftsmen, farms, food and…
Town of Greenville rejects Pop’s Sanitation
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Greenville Town Council on Tuesday, May 28, the council considered a lease agreement with Pop’s Sanitation for the rent of close to 50…
School board approves school staffing plan
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com After nixing a previous plan, the Madison County District School Board has voted to accept a school level staffing allocation plan for the 2024-25 school year. Due to expected…