Before I get too far into our visit, I must admit that this is not an entirely original story. It stems from something I heard a while back, but it is still…
Nine complete NFC Last Mile Scholarship Program
Kim Scarboro Contributor Since Governor Ron DeSantis established the Last Mile College Completion Program in 2019, the NFC Foundation has stepped up to help “Last Mile Scholar” graduates complete degrees. NFC’s Last…
John Bowden Folsom, Jr.
John Bowden Folsom, Jr., 60, of Valdosta, Ga. passed away early Saturday morning, July 17, 2021, in the Archbold Memorial Hospital in Thomasville, Ga. John was born on Nov. 26, 1960, in…
Willie Lee Odom
Mr. Willie Lee Odom, 78, of Madison, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021, at Madison County Memorial Hospital. Willie was born April 23, 1943, in Madison, to Randle Yates Odom and…
Learning about Dogwood trees
Les Harrison Contributor The ample rainfall recently has accelerated the return of greenery to Madison County. The slow, steady drizzle was punctuated by the occasional downpour. The many native plants have, in…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Let the Son shine in
As a kid that grew up without internet, cellphones or satellite television, I spent most of my time outdoors. In North Florida, that brings its own adventure, since the bright sunshine on…
J.P. Moore Mortuary and Cremation Services
J.P. Moore Contributor Recently, God opened the door for me to expand my reach into the Madison area by providing stellar yet affordable service to families in need – families who are…
Learning As I Go: Life. is. hard
“Marriage is hard. Divorce is hard. Choose your hard. Obesity is hard. Being fit is hard. Choose your hard. Being in debt is hard. Being financially disciplined is hard. Choose your hard….
Celebrating 104 years with Hassie Clemons Glee
Glee family Contributor Mrs. Hassie Clemons Glee will celebrate her 104th birthday on Saturday, July 31, surrounded by her loved ones. Mrs. Glee was born in Greenville, in 1917. She is the…
Be prepared for back to school
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com As summer starts winding down and school starts to pick back up, parents should be made aware of additional resources that are provided to help their children in school….
Local musician seeks help
Katie Krell reporter2@greenepublishing.com Mike Keeler, originally from Lee, first visited the Emergency Room on Monday, June 14, for a swollen throat and a hoarse voice. After being diagnosed with tonsillitis and…
More Madison Cowboys playing their way through the summer
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com The Next Level Baseball organization is not the only one being filled with Madison County Cowboys for the summer. Premier Baseball 16U has quite a few, including: Mike Mobley…
Learning about Wasps
Les Harrison Contributor The low frequency droning is unmistakable. The casual flight pattern belies the potential agony of an encounter and the real possibility of a painful attack from multiple directions. Wasps…
A salute to the Black female military pioneers
Rev. Gene Hall Contributor Then Deborah said to Barak, “Go! This is the day the Lord has given Sisera into your hands. Has not the Lord gone ahead of you?” So, Barak…
From the sunny side: Not just a job
It’s sometimes hard to believe that I have been here for very close to five years. In fact, Sunday, Aug. 15 will mark five years to the day that I started here…
Post-Pandemic Pets: Panic or Peace?
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com 2020 was an undeniably tough year. When the pandemic took hold of the nation, countless lives were changed. Distant families were unable to reconnect with one another. Travel was…
Mary Lou Flynn Lasseter
Mrs. Mary Lou Flynn Lasseter, age 83, was carried by angels to heaven on Thursday, July 8, 2021 in Valdosta, Ga. Mary wrote a song that says, “I’ll Sing Like An Angel.”…
Mr. Benjamin Nataniel Livingston 1972 – 2021
Benjamin Nathaniel Livinston, 49, of Madison, Florida departed this life on Monday, July 12. Celebration of Life Services, with COVID-19 restrictions, will be held at 11:00 a.m, Saturday, July 24, in the…
Mother Earnestine Taylor 1950 – 2021
Mother Earnestine Taylor, 71, of Madison, Fla., entered the sunset of her earthly life on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jake Taylor and Mamie James; her…
Register now for JUMPSTART sessions at North Florida College
NFC Contributor Students enrolling in Fall Term 2021 classes at North Florida College are invited to get a JUMPSTART on the essential skills necessary to succeed in their courses. JUMPSTART offers…