My name is Karen Pickles and am once again seeking the office of Superintendent of Schools. For those who do not know me, I am married to Troy Pickles we have two…
Carol Gibson – Candidate for School Board District 2
It has been my pleasure visiting with the residents in District 2, during the past 5 months. If we haven’t been able to connect in person, please do not hesitate to contact…
Jamie Andrews – Candidate for School Board District 2
I graduated from VSU in 1999 with a degree in Early Childhood Education and immediately began my teaching career. This year marked my 25th year in the classroom. I have been married…
John “Chris” O’Brian – Candidate for District 1 County Commissioner
As a proud member of this community, I am honored to announce my candidacy for County Commissioner District 1. My roots run deep in this county, having grown up here with a…
Greg Vickers – Candidate for District 1 County Commissioner
“Iron sharpens iron, and so one person sharpens another.” Proverbs 27:17. People can interact and help refine each other and this constructive conflict is important. It is exciting to have an event…
Alston Kelley – Candidate for District 1 County Commissioner
Hello, I am Alston Kelley, your incumbent, County Commissioner. For those who do not know me. I have been the District 1, commissioner since 2016. During that time I have attended 95% of all…
Ronnie L. Moore – Candidate for District 3 County Commissioner
District 3 Voters, I want to thank you, individually and collectively for the opportunity to represent you, as your county commissioner. …
Bernice Robinson – Candidate for District 3 County Commissioner
Hello, my name is Bernice Robinson, I am a lifelong resident of Madison County. Married for 50 years, 35 years in education, now retired, and 20 plus years in ministry. The mother…
Your hometown newspapers win 25 awards
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the Florida Press Association Weekly Newspaper Awards luncheon held in Orlando on Friday, July 26, Greene Publishing, Inc., ECB Publishing and the Riverbend News were recognized in several…
Flooding woes continue for Madison County
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Although Debby did not bring the kind of wind damage her older sister, Idalia, brought almost a year ago, she did leave an indelible mark on Madison County in…
Florida Department of Transportation helping with debris removal
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Department of Emergency Management has announced they have partnered with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to assist in removing debris left over from Hurricane Debby…
Boil water notice given
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Because of flooding concerns in some parts of Madison County, some residents are being urged to boil water used for drinking, cooking, etc. The notice comes out of a…
Private Well Water sample collection instructions to follow
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Bacteriological Water Sample (Bac-T) 1. Wear gloves when collecting samples, if possible. 2. Remove attachments from tap. Remove aerator, hose, strainer or any items attached to faucet. 3. Clean…
Learning As I Go: Fighting through the wind
One of the highlights of the recent hurricane was hanging out in the living room with my kids. We laughed, talked, read books, camped out on the couches and had the best…
National Security: Jobs
Political observers tell us there are three main issues that matter to voters this fall – the economy, the border and crime; otherwise known as EBC. Whichever candidate and/or party best addresses…
We can be free from destructive conduct
I can’t think of a more liberating feeling than telling Satan, “I’m breaking up with you! You won’t control me any longer, because I found Somebody else!” Do you agree? Then why…
Mary Ann Burns
Mary Ann Burns, 91, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024. Mary Ann was born Sept. 25, 1932, in Madison, Fla., to Robert David Davis, Sr. and Rosa Lillian Hall Davis. Mary…
Paul Norwood Prince
Paul Norwood Prince, 88, passed away on Friday, Aug. 9, 2024. Paul was born on January 21, 1936, in Sarasota, Fla., to Elwood Prince and Paula Walker Prince. Paul honorably served our…
Is your child a target?
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Most children that grow up in today’s modern world are well-versed in “stranger danger.” In general, most children know that if someone walks up and asks them their name,…
Mother’s Soup Company to host Business After Hours
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Aug. 20, from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Mother’s Soup Company, located at 671 E Base St., in Madison, will host the Madison County Chamber of Commerce…