Savannah Reams news@greenepublishing.com When I purchased my first home in 2015, I wasn’t quite prepared. I was prepared financially—I secured a smart loan, ensured I could easily afford my monthly payments and…
Fundraiser set for Tessa Andrews
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Haiti missionary Tessa Andrews is home for the summer and will be present at Pinetta First Baptist Church, on Saturday. July 15, for a fundraiser dinner to support her…
Pastor Yon publishes new children’s book on valuing all people the same
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com Pastor Eddie L. Yon, of Restored Glory Christian Center in Monticello, has announced the publication of his second book for children. He summarizes the story, entitled “The Maker’s Dream…
Parents ARE Teachers
Carol Gibson Contributor The following excerpt came from the Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 edition of The Madison Enterprise-Recorder. At the time Carol Gibson was the Instructional Coach for Madison County High School….
Learning As I Go: Heart monitor
I’ve been dreading the thirty-day heart monitor my doctor ordered. With my sensory and texture struggles, the idea of a bazillion leads stuck all over me for a month sounded excruciating. There…
School board revisits staffing allocation plan
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Monday, July 3, the board took another look at the staffing allocation plan presented at a previous…
MCHS FFA Chapter brings home state and national awards
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the week of Monday, June 19, through Friday, June 23, several members of the Madison County High School (MCHS) Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter made the trip…
Louisiana fugitive arrested in Lee
MCSO Contributor Madison County Sheriff David Harper reports that on Friday, June 30, Captain Lauth was contacted by the United States Marshals Service in reference to the possible location of a wanted…
Calling all vendors: Riverbend News’ Blackberry Festival happening July 29
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com It is with the greatest pleasure that the Riverbend News announces it has taken over the Blackberry Festival in Hamilton County. Originally held annually by the Hamilton County Chamber…
Madison Youth Soccer Camp deemed success
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com From Tuesday, June 20, through Thursday, June 22, almost 30 players attended the Madison Youth Soccer camp. Age groups were three to four, five to eight and nine to…
Is it ripe? How do I know?
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com With summer gardens coming into maturity, some folks may be wondering when is it time to pick some of the more popular fruits and vegetables. Sometimes it’s easy to…
From the Sunny Side: “Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes”
All this morning, I have had the David Bowie song “Changes” going through my mind. There’s a very good reason for that. I have some big changes coming my way over the…
The Game of Life: College Edition Let freedom ring
This past week was home to the Fourth of July, and with it, the celebration of freedom. There were fireworks, various foods and much-needed family time. Not only am I thankful for…
Parents beware of TikTok trend
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com Recently, the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) deputies on patrol were advised of two people who had been seen laying on the road in Branford between 11 p.m. and…
Local tree farmer honored
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,…