I recently picked up a student who is from Tallahassee, but has family in Greenville. She is a youngster, but has loads of potential and the want to learn and grow, which…
“The Can Kid” shows he can
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Abel Greer is a young, 13-year-old Madison County resident who has earned the moniker “The Can Kid,” mainly because of his activities in collecting aluminum cans. But beyond making…
Greenville mayor responds to arrest
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Greenville Mayor Brittni Brown has responded to the events of Wednesday, May 31, during which a Greenville Town Council Member, Calvin Malone, was arrested for Disorderly Conduct. “I felt…
Graduating class enjoys Senior Walk
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A long-standing Madison County tradition continued on Friday, May 19, when the Class of 2023 held their annual Senior Walk. Seniors from both Madison County High School and James…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Cheese!
We often attended family reunions when I was a young boy. It took about two hours to make the trip to Waycross, Ga, which wasn’t too taxing, especially considering that fried chicken…
Rotarians plan interactive club
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, May 17, the Madison Rotary Club opened with discussion about ongoing plans to establish an interactive club in the community. Primary goals for the club include teaching…
Madison community comes together for the Cotrell family
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com On Sunday, May 21, the courthouse lawn was home to various tents, tables and families who came out to support the Cotrell family. This Boston butt/raffle fundraiser was held…
Learning As I Go: The longest part of the trip
As many may know, our family of four is spending ten days in Central Alaska at Kokrine Hills Bible Camp. We left Madison at 8 a.m. Thursday morning and did not get…
Prepare for your health during hurricane season
Katie French Contributor The Atlantic Hurricane Season is approaching, and the experiences of last year’s Hurricanes Ian and Nicole are still fresh in the minds of Floridians. DOH-Madison encourages residents to prepare…
Woman neglects children, gets two years
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Monday, May 22, felony court was held in the Madison County Courthouse. One of the many cases heard by the Honorable Judge Melissa Olin was the case involving…
Councilman in cuffs
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), on Wednesday, May 31, at approximately 1:50 p.m., Calvin Malone, 58, of Greenville, was arrested and charged with…
Madison girls come up big at State Championship
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County is home to several talented athletes who play their sport outside of school. Erin Burnett, Alden and Logan Bass are no exception. While playing softball on the…
James Madison Preparatory High School holds award ceremony
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, May 19, James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) held their Special Recognition Awards ceremony. Numerous students from all grades were recognized for their work in a variety…
Hamby’s Fruits and Vegetables moves to new location
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Hamby’s Fruits and Vegetables has moved to a new location in downtown Madison and with the move, owner Linda Hamby offers even more. Hamby’s still has a wide variety…
Bodenstein gets a surprise at family reunion
Millie Wesson-Marky Contributor On Saturday, May 6, local life-long resident of Madison County, Bernice Bodenstein, thought she was just going to be taken out for an early birthday lunch with her niece…
From the sunny side: Sweet tea and artificial intelligence
Like any good, self-respecting southerner, I frequently enjoy a glass of sweet tea. Therefore, it may seem odd that any time I am in a restaurant, I order unsweet tea. I then…
The Game of Life: College Edition Passion
The Women’s College World Series is currently happening, which is my favorite time of the year. Watching the drive of the players from each team who have made it to this point…
Madison man sentenced for trafficking stolen property
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Fernando Leland, 46, of Madison met his fate on Monday, May 22, in the Madison County Courthouse, during the felony court proceedings. Leland was found guilty on the charge…
Fire destroys house on English Ivy Trail
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A blaze during the afternoon hours of Tuesday, May 23, resulted in the total loss of a house at 700 NE English Ivy Tr., in Madison. According to Madison…
Man sentenced for neglect
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the felony court proceedings on Monday, May 22, in the Madison County Courthouse, with the Honorable Judge Melissa Olin presiding, Joshay Fead, 33, of Madison, was sentenced to…