I feel that we are friends enough to admit something to y’all. I tend to be a bit of a “pack rat.” I’m sure there’s probably some deep seated psychological reason for…
Passing Parade: Women defend their homes
Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist A Rhode Island woman, Mrs. Elizabeth Harris, came to Madison, Fla., in the 1850’s. Florida had become a state in 1845. As a nurse, the Confederacy needed…
The Game of Life: College Edition – Homesick
In most of my columns, we talk about our journeys of self development and growth. I consistently write about ways to expand our horizons and evolve as individuals. For this week’s column,…
Bill would put more restrictions on dangerous dogs
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com A bill making its way through the current Florida legislative session seeks to impose additional regulations on owners of dangerous dogs. House Bill 873, also known as the “Pam…
Drug possession yields one and a half years
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When Tyshira Davis, 28, of Lamont, Fla., had her day in court on Monday, Feb. 5, she probably did not receive the outcome for which she was hoping. She…
Are you a leap year baby?
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com 2024 is a leap year, which means it’s time for the rare few born on Feb. 29 to experience a real birthday. If you’re a leap year baby, Greene…
A lot is riding on the new wheels for Boyz to Kings
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com You may have seen a new vehicle on the roads of the Madison County area. Seeing a new vehicle may not seem like a big deal, but this vehicle…
Former Greenville Town Manager files complaint: Claims racial discrimination
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Greenville Town Council on Monday, Feb. 12, Greenville Town Attorney John Reid informed the council that former Town Manager Lee Jones has begun…
Listening to voices lands man in prison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Feb. 5, Dustin Irvine, 38, of Lowndes County, Ga., appeared in felony court in the Madison County Courthouse before the Hon. Wesley Douglas. Irvine had been charged…
Cowboys compete in District Championship
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Feb. 8, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys varsity basketball team met the Buccaneers of Branford High School, in the semi-final game of the Class 1A…
Living above the snake line
Often, I scroll the internet, reading different quotes and their origins. For example: “A penny for your thoughts” was first used by Thomas More, an English lawyer and social philosopher, in 1535….
Know where to hide
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com I recently read a brief testimony of a young lady who worked for a time at Disney World. She struggled for much of her life with low self esteem…
Weathering the elements
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com While Florida is not exactly known for its snowstorms and blizzards, for those who are built for temperate winters and searing-hot summers, winters in Florida can feel quite brisk…
Rotary Chili Dinner set
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison Rotary Club will be hosting their annual Chili Dinner on Thursday, March 7, from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. The event will take place in the Villa…
Annual James Madison Constitutional Dinner held
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Feb. 8, the Madison County Republican Executive Committee held their annual James Madison Constitutional Dinner at the Madison Church of God. The guest speaker at the event…
Turning the page: “Beneath a Ruthless Sun: A True Story of Violence, Race, and Justice Lost and Found” by Gilbert King
Genre: Nonfiction My rating: 5/5 Synopsis: Author Gilbert King tackles the subjects of racism and injustice in the small town of Okahumpka, Fla., following the ravishing attack of a citrus baron’s wife,…
Our boasting hurts us and others
“We just closed on our million-dollar home. Our children will be going to the best schools in the country, of course …” I’ve never heard anyone say these exact words, but we’ve…
National Security: Lent
Today is Ash Wednesday, the Christian festival that marks the beginning of the season of Lent. Lent lasts 40 days (excluding Sundays) and commemorates Jesus’ 40 days of fasting in the wilderness…
Learning As I Go: Can you run out of honk?
My boys and I were headed home from school one afternoon, Daniel incessantly jabbering as always. He paused long enough for me to notice the stillness. “Mama, if you mash on the…
Bill would prohibit firing guns in residential areas
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com Celebrants who discharge firearms in residential areas during festive or other occasions will be prohibited from doing so in the future, should a proposed bill in the current legislative…