Matthew records three reactions of the crowd as to how Jesus taught. They felt amazed, they witnessed how He taught with authority and they could see He taught differently than the scribes…
Passing Parade: Toby Keith, one gutsy country star
Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist At the turn of the millennium, just after the Sept. 11 attacks, Toby Keith, who died last month, at 62, was recognized for his string of songs…
The Game of Life: College Edition – Rainy days
Since being in college and playing softball, our cherished “off days” have always had something in common: rain. No matter the time of year or if the days leading up to our…
County commissioners welcome new department directors
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Feb. 28, the commissioners opened the meeting by welcoming two department heads. Tony Sessions will…
David Wheeler launches campaign for Property Appraiser
As I knock on doors, meet people at their places of business, and shake hands with friends old and new, I am reminded of just why I choose to live, work and…
Josie earns her certification
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com She has often been referred to as a “rock star” since she joined the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) team. She is “Josie,” a seven-month-old bloodhound who joined the…
District Spelling Bee winners announced
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Feb. 29, at 9 a.m., the District Spelling Bee was held at the Madison Extension Office. The best spellers from every school in Madison County, consisting of…
First Baptist Church of Madison hosts spring meeting
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, March 7, First Baptist Church of Madison will host the Middle Florida Baptist Association’s Spring Meeting. Starting at 5:30 p.m., there will be a fellowship meal. Then,…
Widows enjoy their special night
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Feb. 27, widows across Madison County gathered for the annual widows’ dinner at O’Neal’s Country Buffet, in Madison. Over thirty ladies were on hand to enjoy the…
MCHS holds poetry competition
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison County High School (MCHS) recently held a competition that had nothing to do with hitting a baseball or softball, or putting a basketball through a hoop or even…
Kiwanis Club offers scholarship for MCHS seniors
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Kiwanis Club of Madison is offering a $500 scholarship to any high school seniors who live in Madison County, attend high school in Madison County and plan to…
Cowgirls blank Lady Bulldogs
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls made the most of a game with long-time rival Taylor County High School Lady Bulldogs on Tuesday, Feb. 27, at Cowgirl Field….
“Madison Passion Play” coming to the Madison Church of God
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Mark your calendars: the dates for “Madison Passion Play’s” arrival in Madison are approaching! They have a new script, added characters and two new scenes! The dates for the play…
Lions Club holds successful fundraiser
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Anyone passing through downtown Madison during the lunchtime hours on Friday, March 1, may have noticed the alluring aroma of grilled chicken rising through the air surrounding Four Freedoms…
Cold fronts can destroy relationships
How devastating would it be if you discovered you’d accidentally recorded a conversation with your spouse, child or neighbor that didn’t show you at your best? How quickly would you try to…
National Security: Invasion
We think we know an invasion when we see it. World War II in Europe clearly began when the German army invaded the Polish border on Sept. 1, 1939. The circumstances were…
Learning As I Go: My colonoscopy community
It’s amazing how certain medical procedures become a common thread that unites people. When I told folks I was having a colonoscopy, the stories and advice poured out (see what I did…
Proposed bill would eliminate property taxes
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com A bill recently referred to the House’s State Affairs Committee seeks to eliminate property taxes in Florida, constituting a first in the nation if the measure were to be…
Retirement celebration set
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, March 12, prior to the regular meeting of the Madison City Commission, the City of Madison will be hosting an event to honor Madison’s longest-serving city commissioner,…
Madison’s Local Market approaches
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, March 9, the Madison County Chamber of Commerce is hosting Madison’s Local Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be craftsmen, farms, food trucks and…