John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. On Monday, May 27, Madison County will join millions of other citizens around the world as we pay tribute to and honor military servicemen and women for…
What are the seniors up to this month?
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. During the month of May, the seniors of Madison County have been busy partaking in activities and accepting donations that can not only benefit them, but others…
Most Wanted: Ashley Nicole Penton
Name: Ashley Nicole Penton Age: 34 HT: 5’5″ WT: 160 lb Wanted for: Failure to appear on an original charge of DUI The Most Wanted is published every Friday in The Madison…
Margaret Sands
Mrs. Margaret Sands was born May 15, 1932, in Madison, Fla., to George and Saddie Brown. The 9th live birth, making it the finale. After high school, she was a telephone operator….
Lisa Gaye Rutherford Riley
Lisa Gaye Rutherford Riley passed to heaven peacefully in her sleep on Friday, May 17, 2019. Lisa was born on June 2, 1958, in Lakeland, Fla. She grew up in Lamont, Fla.,…
From the sunny side… Technology and nostalgia
I am quickly discovering that the more trips I make around the sun, the more nostalgic I tend to be. I imagine that is probably the natural way of things. The more…
MFD teams up with American Red Cross
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Madison Fire Department (MFD) and the American Red Cross have teamed up for an on-going initiative to provide safety, security and in-home peace-of-mind to Madison locals. The…
Hopewell Baptist Church welcomes new pastor
Mickey Starling: Greene Publishing, Inc. Hopewell Baptist Church celebrated Easter on Sunday, April 21, with a new pastor. Billy Rice preached a sunrise service and the morning service for his first official…
Summer McLeod to take part in National Youth Leadership Forum
Story Submitted This summer, Summer McLeod from Madison, will join outstanding students from across the state to take part in a unique academic and career-oriented development experience, the National Youth Leadership Forum…
Robert Justin Phillips
Mr. Robert Justin Phillips, 30, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019, in Live Oak, Fla. Robbie was born on Oct. 18, 1988 in Madison, Fla., to Robert Turner Phillips and Carol…
Richard Wayne “Dick” Haviland
Mr. Richard Wayne “Dick” Haviland, 91, of Lee, Fla., passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2019 in Madison, Fla., following a brief illness. Mr. Haviland was born on March 29, 1928 in…
Joyce Morris Primm
Joyce Morris Primm passed in the early morning of Friday, May 10, 2019, in Madison, Fla. She was born in Monroe County, Ala., to Walter Shannon and Callie Hawtense Morris on March…
Joe Dean Albritton
Joe Dean Albritton, 92, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2019 in Madison, Fla. Joe was born August 22, 1926, in Madison, Fla. to Joseph Albritton and Evie Sheppard Albritton. Mr. Albritton…
Learning As I Go: It’s not about what’s right, it’s what’s left
Christy Bass Adams: Guest Columnist As Memorial Day approaches, I keep thinking about all of the men and women who have selflessly served our country in the Armed Forces. Some were running…
Will Madison County arm teachers?
Rick Patrick: Greene Publishing, Inc. On Wednesday, May 8, Gov. DeSantis signed Senate Bill (SB) 7030 into law. SB 7030 implemented legislative recommendations of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Commission….
“Story Space” workshops scheduled
Mickey Starling: Greene Publishing, Inc. What is a “story place?” Wanda Violet is glad you asked. Violet, who is a local professional storyteller, is providing free workshops to help people who are…
20th of May pageant is a success
Savannah Reams: Greene Publishing, Inc. On Saturday, May 11, at 1 p.m., community members from all over the area came together for the 2019 20th of May annual pageant, held at the…
Lockdown lifted following search
John Willoughby Greene Publishing, Inc. Upon being notified of an unknown person peeking through a window at a local school on Tuesday, May 14, Madison County Central School (MCCS) was placed on…
From the sunny side… She asked me to dance
Rick Patrick: Greene Publishing, Inc. Every once in a while, something happens that reminds me of just how small our world is and how interconnected we all are. Like most everyone, I…
Dr. Goodman presents Inglis history
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. After church on Sunday, April 28, at approximately 2 p.m., multiple Madison County residents gathered together in the old First Baptist Church sanctuary, built in the late…