Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Families in Madison County who have a loved one experiencing mental illness have a local place to turn for support, understanding and connection through the NAMI Family Support Group….
Rotarians discuss world events
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, Jan. 7, the club held an informal discussion about recent world events. Rotarian Joe Boyles led the discussion…
Kiwanis Club hears from Greenville Town Manager
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison Kiwanis Club met on Thursday, Jan. 8, with Greenville Town Manager Dr. Victoria Kingston addressing the group about progress being made in the town. Before discussing the…
School Board Spotlight: Mr. Rod Williams
Hailey Waldo Reporter@Greenepublishing.com The Madison County School District proudly recognized its Coordinator of Operations, a leader who needs little introduction, Rod Williams. With more than 25 years of dedicated service to the…
Way Back When
Jan. 14, 1966 Judge RH Rowe announced this week he would not be a candidate to succeed himself in the upcoming spring primaries. The judge had a long and eventual career in…
Celebrating the many adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Occasionally, some of the happy reflections of childhood come back to us in one form or another. Many of us grew up enjoying a variety of Disney characters,…
April First drug bust proves no laughing matter
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A drug bust that occurred on April 1, of 2025 turned out to be no April Fools’ joke for a Greenville man who was recently sentenced to 30 months…
Non-profit recognized by the Town of Lee
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Lee Town Council on Tuesday, Jan. 6, the Town Council voted unanimously to recognize My Shepherd’s Ranch, a local non-profit that helps…
Why Arbor Day matters in Madison County
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com In a place like Madison County, trees are more than a part of the scenery, they help us in our daily life. From the towering pines that protect crops,…
Bingo planned to support Lee American Legion
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com There will be an evening of fun and fellowship when the Cornerstone Cafe, in Lee, hosts a night of Bingo on Saturday, Jan. 17. The fun begins at…
Probation violations result in prison time
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Jan. 6, Randolph Aikens, 67, of Madison, had his day in court to answer to a violation of probation charge. According to court records, Aikens had…
Madison Upward Sports and Recreation opens volleyball registration for 2026 season
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison Upward Sports and Recreation has officially opened registration for its upcoming volleyball season, inviting young athletes to sign up for another year of teamwork, skill building and fun….
Charlotte’s Hope conference coming to The Bridge
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Charlotte’s Hope Ministries presents “A Women’s Journey to God’s Love and Empowerment,” a two-day conference scheduled for Friday, Jan. 30 and Saturday, Jan. 31. The event is being held…
Creativity takes off as Lee Public Library hosts birdhouse workshop
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Lee Public Library recently hosted a birdhouse painting workshop on Friday, Jan. 2, that brought together community members of all ages for a fun and creative afternoon. The…
A heartbeat of the community: the women behind the Lee Public Library
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Tucked quietly in the town of Lee is a place that hums with life far beyond what meets the eye. While the Lee Public Library may appear calm and…
To sow a seed “we must open our hands”
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com In the depths of winter, many people who kindle hopes for “Peace on Earth” carry those forward into positive new year actions toward peace of mind, peace in the…
FWC releases results of 2025 black bear hunt
FWC Contributor After Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) staff presented options on highly regulated black bear hunting and the public provided their comments at the August and November 2025 Commission…
Century Farms celebrate the family tradition
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The old timers around Madison County easily recall the vast number of farms that dotted the area’s landscape for generations. Time, technology and a changing economy have greatly diminished…
Read the Bible in a year
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Many people make a goal for themselves to read the Bible in the course of a year. Achieving this takes a large commitment, requiring a person to read about…
From my mom’s typewriter to my first children’s book
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist I’ve loved writing ever since I watched my mother – an aspiring author – peck away on her Royal manual typewriter. Her example sparked my own passion for…