Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Terry Putnal, a local tree farmer in Madison County, recently found out that he has been named the “2023 Jon Gould Florida Outstanding Tree Farm of the Year.” The…
Former Lady Warrior has stellar career
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When looking at record stats for the Troy University Trojans, one name will certainly strike a familiar tone for Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) fans. Kelly Horne has made the…
Rising Warriors bring home the hardware
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Rising Warriors team from the local Tang Soo Do martial arts school recently competed in the “Rumble in the Burg” tournament in St. Petersburg, Fla. For some of…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Don’t settle
I was a bit of a horse trader as a kid. While I didn’t always come out ahead, there were those moments that would make a used car salesman proud. Since we…
First Baptist holds successful VBS
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com From Sunday, June 25 to Thursday, June 29, First Baptist Church of Madison held its Vacation Bible School, “Twists and Turns.” The motto for the event was “Following Jesus…
“Coffee With a Vet” held at Norris Cafe
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, June 23, Career Source of North Florida and the American Legion Post 224, from Cherry Lake, sponsored an event called “Coffee With a Vet,” at Norris Cafe,…
Learning As I Go: When the kitties call
For those of you who have been following my stories, before we left for our mission trip to Alaska, I told the boys we could get a kitten after we returned home….
Be someone’s “rainbow”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When Deborah Kervin’s daughter, Amber Selman Le, lost her battle with cancer several months ago, Kervin wanted to do something in her daughter’s memory. Through the generosity of hundreds…
MCHS team wins National Championship
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the extended weekend of Friday, June 16 through Tuesday, June 20, 17 students from the Madison County High School (MCHS) Beta Club attended the 43rd National Beta Club…
Jehovah’s Witness Convention returning to Jacksonville
Christopher Poppell, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Contributor After a three-year pandemic pause, one of the largest convention organizations in the world has once again chosen Jacksonville to host its global three-day event, the 2023…
MCSO Animal Spotlights
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com This week’s Animal Spotlights from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Animal Services include Puddles the kitten and George the dog. Jennifer Burleson, the Animal Services Director, has these…
Firework sales are booming, here are some laws you need to know before setting off
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com If you plan to shoot off your own fireworks, know that by Florida law the Fourth of July is one of only three days when this is allowed, the…
Save your energy
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Believe it or not, you’re wasting electricity. With the July heat waves just around the bend, you’re going to want to save energy wherever you can to make up…
Two white pelicans get the chance to live
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com Nemo and Nigel once lived in the wild, spending their winters with other White Pelicans in warm coastal areas of Florida, California, Mexico or Central America. For the summer,…
From the sunny side: Sins of the father
I saw something earlier today that made me ponder something and I admit it got a little under my skin. It seems that someone with very little else to do has researched…
The Game of Life: College Edition No such thing as too young…or too old
This column is going to hopefully open the eyes of not only my younger audience, but my older audience as well. Since I have started my journey as an adult, participating in…
Former Cowgirl has big opportunity
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Brittany Hasty has taken advantage of each opportunity that has come her way since she was frequently seen on the sidelines of Boot Hill stadium, working as an assistant…
Pop’s Bait and Tackle opening soon
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com Pop’s Bait and Tackle, located at 314 SW Pinckney St., in Madison, is set to open on Monday, July 3. This family-owned business has other locations in Ocala but…
Madison Lions Club planning God and Country celebration
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, July 4, the Madison Lions Club will commemorate Independence Day with their annual God and Country celebration on the banks of Lake Francis, in Madison. The fun…
Beware of Greene Publishing scam
It has come to our attention at Greene Publishing, Inc. that a scam has been making its way around Facebook using Greene Publishing, Inc. and our Wild Adventures promotion. According to the…