Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, June 6, kids at the Madison Public Library were treated to a fun and interactive musical program presented by “Shana Banana.” Using a combination of original songs…
Bealls benefits barks
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the month of May, the local Bealls outlet store collected various sorts of pet supplies for donation to the Suwannee Valley Humane Society. This was part of Bealls’…
From the sunny side: Friends
This morning, as I was slowly making my way through my early morning routine, a song came across my “Pandora.” The song, titled “A Season in Your Path,” by the contemporary Christian…
The Game of Life: College Edition Be coachable
Words cannot describe how proud I am of my travel ball team. We recently competed in a large tournament in Tallahassee, and ended up winning our bracket. Several college coaches were present…
“The Can Kid” receives help
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Abel Greer, “The Can Kid,” recently received some welcome news. Madison County native and successful Atlanta business leader Frank Argenbright heard of Greer’s efforts to earn money toward his…
Rep. Tant addresses budget to Lions Club
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During a meeting of the Madison Lions Club on Tuesday, June 20, State Representative Allison Tant spoke to the service club about the previous legislative session. She also took…
School Board approves new district lines
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During their regular meeting on Tuesday, June 20, the Madison County District School Board passed a resolution adopting new district lines for school board members. This brings the school…
Choosing your wedding day menu
Metro Contributor French queen Marie Antoinette is credited with a phrase that loosely translates to “Let them eat cake.” Guests at a wedding certainly will have their chance to enjoy cake, but…
Aunt Bobbi’s PreK class graduates
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com Ms. Bobbi Sapp’s PreK class at Aunt Bobbi’s Preschool of the Arts recently graduated on Friday, June 9, and is moving on to the next grade. She, and other…
Winn Dixie rebounds from cake mistake
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com As graduation time rolled around, Jessica Ratliff was tasked with providing a cake for the large celebration at her church, given to honor the congregation’s seniors. With only four…
Where are they now: Dorian Alberti
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Dorian Alberti made his way to Madison at the age of eight years old. A native of St. Petersburg, Fla., he graduated from Florida Poly Technic University, in Lakeland,…
Local veteran wins motorcycle
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The members of District Three of the American Legion Riders, which includes Madison County, recently held a drawing to give a motorcycle to a deserving veteran from the area….
Learning As I Go: Like a clock
I’ve spent quite a bit of time thinking about the hard workers at Bible camp two weeks ago. They weren’t just hard workers, they were willing, consistent, and intentional. No one in…
Contention dominates Greenville meeting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Greenville Town Council on Monday, June 12, friction between Greenville Mayor Brittni Brown and Councilman Calvin Malone seemed to take over the meeting…
Madison’s newest “Superhero”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Little Alora Bass is Madison’s newest “superhero” and she has the cape to prove it. She was diagnosed with a heart condition a few months ago that will require…
MCHS softball teams hold banquet
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, May 30, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls junior varsity and varsity softball teams gathered one final time to recognize the players who contributed to the…
MCSO Animal Services spotlight
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services is beginning a new adoption spotlight each week to show off the wonderful animals in their care that are looking for a…
Rotarians learn about park beautification
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, May 31, the Rotarians heard a presentation from Alice Smith and Julie Pries about the efforts to renovate Four…
From the sunny side: Oak trees
I remember a song from the old “Up With People” days about an oak tree. I won’t try to sing it for you here, but the gist of the song is about…
The Game of Life: College Edition Sammy
For those of you who know my dad, you probably know him as Sammy, Sambo, or Luke (he gets mistaken for his older brother all the time). Sammy was the popular nickname…