John Willoughby, news@greenepublishing.com We are pleased to announce that the time to submit letters to Santa Claus is here once again! That’s right, jolly ole St. Nicholas is waiting to hear from…
The Light broke through the rain
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On a dreary and rainy Saturday, Nov. 19, spirits were not dampened as Light Breaks Through held a community meal and worship service on the lawn of the Madison…
Walley shares his passion with the Madison community
Cheltsie Holbrook cheltsie@greenepublishing.com Some may have noticed a F-15 Eagle model hanging from the ceiling in O’Neals Country Buffet during the time of Veterans Day. That piece of art was created by…
Shyril Elizabeth Norris
March 1, 1950 – November 22, 2022 – Shyril Elizabeth Norris, 72, of Suwannee, passed away at Bedrock Nursing Facility in Lake City, Fla., after lengthy medical issues. Together, with her husband…
Learning As I Go: Monster house
I ducked inside the house that I knew was mine but wasn’t the right shape. Glowing eyes peered at me from the other end of the long, suddenly crooked beam. Then a…
Could Madison County be receiving solar farms?
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During a special meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Nov. 16, the commissioners agreed to amend the county’s Comprehensive Plan to change the land…
Farm-City Week celebrated
Emerald Greene Parsons emerald@greenepublishing.com The Annual Farm-City Week Celebration was held Thursday evening, Nov. 17, at the Madison Extension office, with teachers, principals, students, parents and guests attending. The highlight of the…
Fruitcakes on sale at Madison Church of God
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com One of the staples of the holiday season is a fruitcake. Although there can be some debate on the merits of fruitcake, there is one point on which there…
Passing Parade: A swing state in peril
Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist “Florida’s shift to the right-which is occurring even as the electorate in recent elections became younger and more diverse, demographic changes that usually usher in a turn…
Pair of Cowboys sign letters of intent
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Nov. 17, two Madison County High School (MCHS) baseball players signed letters of intent to take their baseball skills to the next level. JD Bryan and Kyler…
MFBA holds annual meeting
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Middle Florida Baptist Association (MFBA) held its 123rd Annual Meeting on Sunday, Oct. 9, at Lee First Baptist Church. The well-attended gathering enjoyed uplifting reports, messages and a…
The Drip Experience holds Grand Opening
Dona Gilbert news@greenepublishing.com The Drip Experience held its Grand Opening on Friday, Nov. 4. Owner, Angenette Aikens, was surrounded by family, friends, local business owners and the community during the debut. Members…
John Dale Pittman, Sr.
John Dale Pittman, Sr., 58, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Tallahassee, Fla. John was born Dec. 30, 1963, in Madison, Fla., to Pinckney Kirkland Pittman and Willie Marguerite Williams…
John Paul Parker
Mr. John Paul Parker, Sr., age 85, passed away Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022 in Tallahassee, Fla. He was born to his parents George William and Annie Porter Parker in Greenville, Fla., on…
Learning As I Go: Stay out of the chicken pen
The chickens and guineas were unusually loud and perturbed. I walked to the end of the house to see what the ruckus was about and saw Amos, our small feisty dog, circling…
Greenville Town Council at an impasse Two Council Members deny citizens the chance to choose
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Greenville Town Council on Thursday, Nov. 17, one of the most pressing issues facing the council was what to do about the vacant…
Springs report reveals adverse results
Erika Clesi Contributor The Florida Springs Institute met and broadcast to Facebook Live to present their research findings on four Florida springs: Lafayette Blue, Troy, Fanning and Manatee. In 2016, Lafayette Blue,…
Willodene Lamb McManus
Mrs. McManus passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, from natural causes. She was born on June 18, 1932. She is predeceased by her husband of 49 years, Billy W. McManus; son,…
RaShad Antonio James
“It is well with my soul.” RaShad Antonio James, 34, brought joy into the lives of his parents, Ronald J. James and Edith R. James (Pride) on July 10, 1988, the day…
From the sunny side: Ghost of Thanksgivings past
I have always looked forward to Thanksgiving Day. Time together with family always reminds me of the many things for which I am truly thankful. I can honestly say that most of…