Jim Saunders News Service Florida While trying to cushion the blow for Tampa Electric Co. customers, state regulators approved proposals by Tampa Electric and Duke Energy Florida to collect more than $1.55…
Breakfast at my place: Rise of the “Crunchy Mom”
In the weeks since Donald Trump’s re-election, the political landscape has become increasingly turbulent. Yet, among the myriad of political decisions and cultural shifts, one move stands out for its potential to…
The Game of Life: College Edition Crisis presents opportunity
My professors in the environmental science department all have words of wisdom that they share with their classes. Whether it be phrases they made up or quotes they’ve heard in their lifetime,…
From the Sunny Side: Beards
My co-workers and others who are subjected to seeing me on a daily basis are probably not terribly surprised to know that I do not like shaving. It is one of those…
Faith Lived and Saints Loved
As is customary in first-century letter writing, Paul includes a prayer of thanksgiving for his readers. There are many things mentioned in this prayer, but today we will only look at Paul’s…
Another “lap” down, bicyclist still going
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It almost defies explanation when Paul Webb says he feels better than he has in years. The 72-year old self proclaimed “full time voluntary charity cyclist” is four years…
Neil Diamond tribute concert taking place Saturday
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Neil Diamond is easily one of the most iconic singer/songwriters in popular music history. For more than half a century, he penned songs made popular by many artists, as…
Local schools’ heritage needs preserving
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The upcoming consolidation of the outlying schools in Madison County has many people concerned about what happens to the rich histories of Greenville Elementary School, Lee Elementary School and…
Aviation license plate available for presale
Jason Futch news@greenepublishing.com The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), the Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE) and the Florida Aircraft Owners and Pilot Association (FAOPA) recently began pre-sales of…
Community Calendar
Friday February 28 There is a fish fry planned at 5:30 p.m. at the Ray Charles Childhood Home. Money raised during the event will be earmarked for the preservation of the historic…
Jail Report
Greene Publishing, Inc. publishes the Jail Report each week based on information provided by the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). It is the policy of Greene Publishing, Inc. to print each name,…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: Tips for Practicing Really Good Portfolio Hygiene
Start early, stay disciplined, and your future self will definitely thank you Investing isn’t just about chasing the hottest stock or following the latest trend; it’s about cultivating discipline, maintaining balance and…
Town of Lee celebrates Homecoming Day
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Saturday, Feb. 15, was a fun day to celebrate the “Small but Proud” town of Lee, as they held their annual Homecoming Day event. Revelers enjoyed a pancake breakfast,…
At a loss for words: Western style
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com It seems there are more than enough idioms to cover all walks of life and time periods. This week, join me on a journey into the Old West to…
“Quick change” suspect sought
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A suspect in an alleged “quick change” scam is being sought by the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) in connection with two separate incidents in Madison County. One occurred…
Woman sentenced to three years of probation for animal cruelty
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Feb. 19, Rowena Wewer, 49, had her day in court to face a total of 47 charges of animal cruelty. According to the original arrest record from…
Greenville Town Council addresses member absences
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It has been an issue in the past with the Greenville Town Council when council members rack up a large number of absences. The Greenville Town Charter addressed this…
Possible tax refund available
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Property Appraiser’s Office has announced that anyone whose property was uninhabitable for 30 consecutive days, due to hurricane damage last year, could be eligible for a…
Slew of bills already proposed for legislative session
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com The 2025 legislative session isn’t set to start until Tuesday, March 4. But already, more than 120 bills have been introduced. The bills filed so far span a wide…
Learning As I Go: Back when I was a kid
In line at the dollar store, I watched a little boy talk with his grandma while playing a game on her phone. He showed her different levels and actions he was doing…