Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison Books will host a special author event on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 at 6 p.m., featuring Rose Knox, a retired teacher, author and native Madison resident. The event…
Florida leads new wave of SNAP junk food restrictions in 2026
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com This year, Florida secured approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to restrict the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for certain “junk food” items beginning…
New Testament School presents Christmas program
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Dec. 12, the students of New Testament Christian School presented their annual Christmas program to an enthusiastic group of parents and supporters. Students from kindergarten through high…
Way Back When
Dec. 17, 1965 This advertisement shows the removal of Federal Excise Tax on handbags. NFJC’s phenomenal basketball team won its 10th straight game, defeating Jon Thorne Motors, of Valdosta, Ga., 113 to…
Cowgirls fall to Seminoles
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was a tough night for the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls on Tuesday, Dec. 9, when the Cowgirls hosted the Seminoles from Florida High. Both the junior…
Meet the 2025-26 MCHS Junior Varsity Cowgirls
The 2025-26 Madison County High School Junior Varsity Cowgirls are ready to hit the hardwoods for some exciting basketball action. Pictured, from left to right, are: Amyah Ingram, Ja’Moni Mims, Bailey Bass,…
Greenville celebr ates the season
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Saturday, Dec. 13, was a special day of celebration in the Town of Greenville as the community gathered for their yearly Christmas celebration. The Heart of Greenville organization hosted…
What aging drivers can do to improve their driving skills
Metro Contributor Motor vehicles have come a long way since the days of the Model T. Safety features, in particular, have undergone significant enhancements over the last several decades. Improvements in airbags,…
From the Sunny Side: Just a couple of words
Rick Patrick Columnist This time of year, we are reminded on a regular basis of the nativity story. The story comes through in many ways, music, movies, sermons, church program and more….
A Christmas Reminder: You are loved more than you realize
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist Years ago, I cuddled my one-year-old granddaughter. Looking into her sweet little face, I said, “Emma, do you know how much I love you?” Immediately, I sensed my…
National Security: Assimilation
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist In the last few weeks, we’ve been made aware of corruption in Minneapolis among the Somali community where billions of dollars in welfare payments have not gone to…
Learning As I Go: Advent joy
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist It’s everywhere this time of year. Joy. We hear it in songs and see it on wall hangings. We talk about the joy of the Christmas season…
Wrapped in gratitude: why we give gifts at Christmas
Bri Rodriguez news@greenepublishing.com Holiday gifts carry more than ribbons and bows. As the holiday season unfolds, shoppers bustle through crowded stores and scroll endless online lists, searching for the perfect gift. But…
Jail Report
Dec. 4 Derrick Floyd – Resist officer without violence Lakechia Turner – Grand theft $750 but less than $5,000, resist officer without violence Crystal Woods – Out of county warrant/Columbia Dec. 5…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Reflecting with gratitude this holiday season
As the holiday season approaches, all of us at Bush Wealth Management are reminded of how grateful we are for the relationships we’ve built with our clients and our community. Christmas is…
New state law removes commission from subdivision decisions
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com A new state law requires local governments to review and approve plats and replats administratively, largely removing from the equation the input of locally elected officials and citizens. Jefferson…
Sexual offender sentenced
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Nov. 25, Lindsay Akins, 58, of Madison, was in court before the Hon. Melissa Olin, in the Madison County Courthouse. He was facing a charge of failure…
Monticello man sentenced
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During felony court proceedings on Tuesday, Nov. 18, Jimmy Moore, 48, of Monticello, appeared in the Madison County Courthouse for sentencing. The case dates back to August of 2008,…
Local campground wins award
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Ragans Family Campground, in Madison, was recently recognized as the “Best of the Best Campground” by the national travel site RV Life. The recognition is part of an “industry-first…