Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the pre-dawn hours of Thursday, Feb. 6, firefighters from the Lee Volunteer Fire Department and Madison County Fire Rescue (MCFR) responded to a call regarding a structure fire…
Another hero comes home
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the afternoon of Wednesday, Feb. 5, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) welcomed home the remains of K-9 Riot. K-9 Riot passed away on Thursday, Jan. 30, following…
New metal detectors coming to Madison County schools
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Monday, Feb. 3, the board approved an $18,705 expenditure for three new walk-through metal detectors. According to…
Learning As I Go: Looking at the outside
One of the grossest moments of daily life is pulling a cup from the cabinet, filling it with a beverage of choice, then realizing the inside of the glass didn’t get clean…
National Security: Fixing Immigration
In the most recent election four months ago, the two biggest issues on the minds of the American electorate were inflation and the border. Trump had far better answers to these issues…
A Valentine’s message: O, how God loves you and me!
What keeps you from loving others the way you, yourself, crave to be loved? Conversely, what’s lacking in your life (or more accurately, in your heart) that keeps you from fully loving…
Madison County Fire Rescue offers fire safety inspections
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com It’s easy to forget about smoke detectors that become as familiar as our usual appliances, but smoke detectors are crucial for the safety of our families, often being the…
55-Plus Club to enjoy musical program
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Feb. 12, the 55-Plus Club will enjoy a musical program provided by local musical artist Anna Stange. Stange will be playing her guitar and singing several musical…
Pastor Spotlight: Rev. Carlos Presley
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Rev. Carlos Presley is a Detroit, Mich., native who currently resides in Jacksonville, Fla. However, since July 2023, Presley has been making the trip to Madison every week, where…
Hyssongs coming to Bethel Creek
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Bethel Creek Baptist Church welcomes everyone to enjoy a night of Southern Gospel music with the Hyssongs on Sunday, Feb. 23, beginning at 6 p.m. The church is located…
Cowboys edge Bulldogs on Senior Night
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys had their hands full when it came to the Bulldogs of Suwannee High School on Saturday, Feb. 1. It was also Senior…
Cowgirls win big on Senior Night
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was a momentous occasion on Saturday, Feb. 1, when the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls wrapped up their regular season with a resounding 86-16 win over the…
Weathering the elements
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com While Florida is not exactly known for it’s snowstorms and blizzards, for those who are built for our temperate winters and searing-hot summers, winters in Florida can feel quite…
Three Madison students participate in Honor Band
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Feb. 1, after days of preparation and long rehearsals, three band students from Madison travelled to Lawton-Chiles High School in Tallahassee to participate in the annual Big…
MCHS HSHT’s successful year
Leslie McLeod Contributor The Madison County High School (MCHS) High School High Tech (HSHT) Club continues to provide local high school students with experiences in job exploration and connections to postsecondary education…
Two Madison County deputies honored
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the early morning hours of Wednesday, Jan. 8, a 57-year-old man suffered a seizure and lay unresponsive. Luckily, two Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) deputies, Marcus Roell and…
Youth Football Camp planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Ironhead Gallon Family Foundation (IGFF) has announced the dates for their inaugural Youth Football Camp, taking place on Saturday, March 8, at Boothill Stadium. This camp is for…
School data review shows some growth
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Tuesday, Jan. 21, the board received an assessment data review comparing student assessment numbers from the beginning of…
MCSO issues a scam alert
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor Another scam attempt has been reported to be circulating in Madison County. This time, the victim receives a text message saying “David Harper shared a photo with…
Florida Department of Education thankful for Desantis’ Focus on Fiscal Responsibility Budget
Florida Department of Education Contributor The Florida Department of Education and Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr. applaud Governor Ron DeSantis for his continued commitment to funding Florida’s nation-leading education system. The Focus on…