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,…
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…