Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com In an Aug. 16 press release, the corporate office of the Aldi grocery chain announced the acquisition of Winn Dixie and Harvey’s stores throughout the southeast, which could include…
Three Madison youth experience internships
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com While many of their friends may have spent the summer cutting grass or playing video games, three Madison County young men spent much of their summer in a business…
Madison makes an impact in Alaska
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It may not be the first place one thinks of to spend a summer vacation, but for a group of dedicated Madison County residents, Alaska is a prime place…
Writers’ Ink Celebrates Books and the Arts
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 29, 2023. The Mayo Writers’ Ink organization sponsors the Suwannee Valley Authors and Artists Show. Local published writers and artists from Suwannee and…
Learning As I Go: The lemon of being a multitasker mom
Since I’ve been asked to speak on September 22-23, at St. John’s Baptist Church in Greenville, about the various lemons life throws at us, each week I’m going to focus on one…
Public Services Facility making progress
City Manager Jerome Wyche Contributor The City of Madison is making significant progress in the construction of the new Public Services Facility that will be located at 1139 Harvey Greene Drive, just…
“Ribs for Ryder” fundraiser planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com There will be a fundraiser held on Saturday, Sept. 16, on the Madison County Courthouse Lawn, in downtown Madison. Lunch plates consisting of ribs or chicken, collard greens and…
Morning blaze burns building
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report submitted by Madison County Fire Rescue (MCFR) Fire Chief Allen Clayton, on the morning of Thursday, Aug. 10, at approximately 9:48 a.m., units from MCFR…
School related traffic at Madison Creative Arts Academy addressed
MCSO, Sheriff David Harper Contributor I am aware of the many complaints, concerns, and frustrations regarding the school related traffic at Madison Creative Arts Academy caused during the parent drop off in…
New Florida legislation allows school zone speed cameras
Jenoptik Contributor New life saving Florida legislation making school zone speed cameras legal took effect on Saturday, July 1. It will greatly increase school zone safety and keep the communities safer. We…
Grade school students transform into actors during summer camps at North Florida College
NFC Contributor Grade school students from Madison County, Florida explored the fields of acting, production and set design during North Florida College’s 3-week Sentinel Upstage Junior Players Camp (Grades 5-8) in June,…
Celebrating National Senior Citizens Day
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com Monday, Aug. 21, is celebrated as National Senior Citizens Day in the United States. This celebration provides an opportunity to show appreciation for the senior citizens around the nation….
From the sunny side: Cool tricks
Being a naturally curious (some people have actually said “nosey”) person, I am always intrigued when I see a clever, new way of using regular things. I recently saw a list of…
The Game of Life: College Edition This time of year
As summer comes to a close, my family and I have been in a mix of emotions, which typically happens around this time of year. This last week is the last step…
Lions Club donates to Madison Police Department
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison City Commission met on Tuesday, Aug. 8, with the Madison Lions Club making a generous contribution of $500 to the City of Madison. The money is designated…
Best of Madison Awards and Taste of Madison
Kaitlynn Culpepper Contributor Mark your calendars for Thursday, Oct. 19, at 6 p.m., at Madison Church of God to join the Madison County Chamber of Commerce in recognizing the Best of Madison….
Madison man sentenced for animal cruelty
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During felony court proceedings at the Madison County Courthouse on Monday, Aug. 14, Tony Hall, 51, of Madison, had his day in court on two counts of animal cruelty….
Mickey’s Movie Review: “Mayberry Man” should be nipped in the bud
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Pureflix is a great source for Christian movies, and offers an impressive array of choices. However, some of those choices are better than others, and “Mayberry Man” is one…
Six super back-to-school tips for families
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com It’s August, the time for transitioning from summer back to school. Approaching the start of a new school year can bring some intense feelings for everyone involved – a…
The Arc North Florida visits Lee
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, July 28, clients, volunteers and staff members of The Arc North Florida from Live Oak made a trip to Lee to enjoy a picnic lunch and entertainment….