Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com In 1919, 25 percent of the individuals selected for the World War I draft were unable to read and write. In response, representatives from the National Education Association (NEA)…
Movember: Grow a mustache for men’s health
Adyson Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Throughout the month of November, men are encouraged to grow out their mustache to open the conversation about men’s health, including mental health, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. Men’s…
SWAT gives Florida youth tools needed to help reduce tobacco industry’s influence
Florida Department of Health Contributor The need for youth to speak up and make their voices heard about issues they care about is important now more than ever, which is why one…
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church enjoys tasty bazaar
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Nov. 4, the sweet aroma of fresh-baked goodies filled the neighborhood surrounding St. Mary’s Episcopal Church as they held their annual bazaar. The yearly event raises funds…
Local church honors pastor
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Nov. 4, members of the congregation of Mt. Zion African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church held a celebration ceremony and dinner in honor of 24 years of ministry…
Fall Festival held at LES
Dona Gilbert Day news@greenepublishing.com Lee Elementary School (LES) held their Fall Festival on Thursday, Oct. 19, in the school courtyard. Children, parents and staff joined in the fun. Attendees were able to…
Reading volunteers sought
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to the Children’s Bureau of Southern California, there are seven benefits associated with reading to children. These include: supported cognitive development, improved language skills, preparation for academic success,…
Community Club gives pumpkins a makeover
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The 4-H Community Club met on Monday, Oct. 30, with pumpkin makeovers on their minds. First, the eager youngsters heard a brief history on all things pumpkin from 4-H…
Food distribution scheduled
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Second Harvest, in partnership with Fellowship Baptist Church, will hold a drive-thru food distribution on Tuesday, Nov. 21, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Madison County Agricultural…
Do we crave God’s presence?
Are we, individually and as a church, truly experiencing God’s presence? Jesus said, “Whoever has my commandments and keeps them, he it is who loves me. And he who loves me will be loved by…
National Security: End game
As the second anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine War approaches, the front in the east wrapping around to Crimea has settled into a stalemate where neither side makes much, if any, progress. The…
Learning As I Go: Surprise
Friday, I took our cats to get spayed and neutered. One of the instructions was to let them sleep inside one night before allowing them to go back outside. We prepped the…
State defends higher pot license fee
Dara Kem, News Service Florida Contributor A formula used to set a $1.33 million price-tag for medical-marijuana license renewals properly carries out state lawmakers’ policy choices, Florida health officials argued as they…
Hurricane, home improvement aid teed up
Jim Turner, News Service Florida Contributor Florida lawmakers will soon take up proposals that would boost assistance after Hurricane Idalia and provide money to ease a backlog of residents seeking to lower…
Lee Council holds meeting
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m., the Town of Lee held their regular town council meeting. The Lee council members discussed when to hold the judging for the…
Do you have unclaimed property?
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Life is busy. We all have a lot going on, and it can be hard to keep track of things. Sometimes we cut ties, move cities and quit jobs…
Madison County FFA is named a two-star national chapter
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday through Saturday, Nov. 1-4, the Madison County Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter was recognized in the 2023 National Chapter Award Program from the National FFA Organization….
Veterans honored with free breakfast
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Since 1954, America’s military veterans have been shown special honor and appreciation every Nov. 11. The holiday began under a different title, “Armistice Day,” which began in 1926. It…
Service to country is a family affair for families in Madison County
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Another Madison family rich in military service is the Swilleys. Ferris Lee Swilley, Jr., and his son, Alvin, are proud veterans of the United States Army. Ferris Lee Swilley,…
Service to country is a family affair for families in Madison County
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com For the Simmons family, you can find veterans in every generation. They have a rich legacy of dedication and service to their country that continues today. Veterans Day is…