Dixie Phillips reporter@greenepublishing.com Monday, May 8 through Tuesday, May 9 is internationally recognized as the Time of Remembrance and Reconciliation. These days are set apart as a time to reflect on the…
From the sunny side: Now what do I do?
I rarely look forward to this time of the year. In a way, it almost feels like the day right after Christmas. Both high school baseball and softball season are finished and…
The Game of Life: College Edition Hometown love
Over the weekend, my team won the series against our rival, Valdosta State. We were playing right up the road from my hometown and it was surreal to be playing on the…
School superintendent holds parent meeting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, April 27, Madison County School Superintendent Shirley Joseph welcomed parents, teachers, school administrators and community members to come together and exchange ideas on the county’s schools. This…
Forgotten Coast K9 pairs dog with a veteran
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Jules Lopez, a Marine veteran of three and a half years from New England, was recently in town to meet a new friend and companion by the name of…
James Madison Preparatory High School donates “Pennies for Pets”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When the Beta Club at James Madison Preparatory High School decided to make a donation, they proved that even pennies can add up. The club sponsored a “Pennies for…
Learning As I Go: Re-joy
When I taught elementary school, there were many lessons I delivered with passion. I instructed. They practiced. The activity then became a center in the class rotation for the week. Then, after…
Pair of drug traffickers plead guilty
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A pair of drug traffickers who were stopped on I-10 in Madison County have pled guilty and now await sentencing in federal court. According to court records, on Aug….
Down Home Days art contest winners announced
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Carin Daniels, with Schoelles and Associates has renewed a Down Home Days favorite, the Youth Art Contest. Youngsters age five through 18 were encouraged to submit their best original…
Madison Church of Christ brings worship to Down Home Days
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Friday, April 21, members and guests of Madison Church of Christ kicked off their Down Home Days celebration with hymns of praise to God. Pastor Ted Brooks welcomed…
The 42nd Annual Down Home Days holds biggest celebration yet
Cheltsie Holbrook cheltsie@greenepublishing.com The 42nd Annual Down Home Days celebration was held from Wednesday, April 19 through Saturday, April 22. The festivities began on Wednesday, April 19, with a new tradition at…
Carjacker gets 15 years
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Monday, April 24, Eric Erron Smith, date of birth July 15, 1997, appeared before Judge Melissa G. Olin in the Madison County Courthouse, to answer on numerous charges…
From the sunny side: What’s so wrong with “MAGA?”
I don’t like to get into a whole lot of politics here. Primarily because I know that most of you who will agree with me will still agree with me. Those of…
The Game of Life: College Edition Change
Trying new things and allowing change in your life is arguably one of the hardest things to do as humans. Collectively, we hate change. We like having a routine and sticking with…
Madison Fire Department announces flag drop-off site
Bruce Jordan, Madison Fire Department Chief Contributor The Madison Fire Department is proud to announce that it has built a proper honor box to store flags. A huge thank you to Spring…
McDonald’s Holds Grand Re-opening
Cheryl Smith reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison McDonald’s, located on 6375 South State Road 53, held their Grand Reopening on Thursday, April 6 at 11 am. Renovation of the Madison McDonald’s began in February…
18 Finalists Selected for the 3rd Annual Teachers Federal Credit Union Teacher Appreciation Week Contest
WHAT: In celebration of nationally-recognized Teacher Appreciation Week, May 8-12, Teachers Federal Credit Union is celebrating outstanding educators by way of its 3rd annual Teacher Appreciation Week contest. Teachers is now excited…
Four Freedoms Park gets a makeover
Cheryl Smith reporter@greenepublishing.com The Four Freedoms Park Renovation Project began as a vision by Billy Margraves of Muddy Dog Rock and Crystals Shop in Madison. He knew the park was on every…
Learning As I Go: Role Shift
At Madison Primary School, back when the Teddy Bears’ campus sat where the hospital and college science building now reside, we excitedly participated in Field Day each spring. I counted the days…
Madison County resident named Florida Soil and Water Conservation Supervisor of the Year
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) has announced that James “Billy” Brown has been named the 2022 Florida SWCD Supervisor of the Year. Brown received his…