Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Central School (MCCS) hosted a Christmas Concert on Monday, Dec 15 that brought together students, staff and community members for an evening of seasonal music. The concert…
Panthers fall to Warriors
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Dec. 12, the Madison Creative Arts Academy (MCAA) Panthers basketball team traveled to Aucilla to face the Warriors of Aucilla Christian Academy. In a close fought game,…
Kiwanis Club brings holiday cheer with annual Light Up Madison
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Downtown Madison was filled with holiday spirit as the annual Light Up Madison celebration brought together community members of all ages for an evening of festive fun. On Saturday,…
Apalachee Center to partner with Scouts to support youth mental health
Tori Lynn Schneider Apalachee Center Apalachee Center, the leading provider of behavioral health services in Florida’s Big Bend region and the Suwannee River Area Council (SRAC) are teaming up to expand access…
Payroll updates, property and staff recognition highlight school board meeting matters
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Payroll concerns, property transactions, legal uptakes and staff recognition were among the key topics discussed during a recent Madison County School Board meeting, which concluded with employee shoutouts ahead…
Madison County Central School hosts jolly door decorating competition
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Central School (MCCS) recently hosted a door decorating competition that brought creativity and holiday spirit into the hallways across the campus. Teachers and students from multiple grade…
‘Tis the season to drive sober
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The holiday season brings a level of joy and celebration that is unmatched during the rest of the year. With that, it also has the potential to be…
Madison Creative Arts Academy honors eighth-grade athletes at final home game
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison Creative Arts Academy (MCAA) recognized its 8th grade student athletes on Thursday, Dec. 11, during the Panthers’ final home basketball game of the season. The event celebrated the…
Lego Club brings creativity and smiles to Lee Public Library
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Lee Public Library was filled with excitement and creativity on Tuesday, Dec. 16, from 4 to 5 p.m., as children gathered for an afternoon of building, decorating and…
Madison Books to host author Rose Knox for historical talk
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison Books will host a special author event on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026 at 6 p.m., featuring Rose Knox, a retired teacher, author and native Madison resident. The event…
Florida leads new wave of SNAP junk food restrictions in 2026
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com This year, Florida secured approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to restrict the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for certain “junk food” items beginning…
New Testament School presents Christmas program
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Dec. 12, the students of New Testament Christian School presented their annual Christmas program to an enthusiastic group of parents and supporters. Students from kindergarten through high…
Way Back When
Dec. 17, 1965 This advertisement shows the removal of Federal Excise Tax on handbags. NFJC’s phenomenal basketball team won its 10th straight game, defeating Jon Thorne Motors, of Valdosta, Ga., 113 to…
Cowgirls fall to Seminoles
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was a tough night for the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls on Tuesday, Dec. 9, when the Cowgirls hosted the Seminoles from Florida High. Both the junior…
Meet the 2025-26 MCHS Junior Varsity Cowgirls
The 2025-26 Madison County High School Junior Varsity Cowgirls are ready to hit the hardwoods for some exciting basketball action. Pictured, from left to right, are: Amyah Ingram, Ja’Moni Mims, Bailey Bass,…
Greenville celebr ates the season
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Saturday, Dec. 13, was a special day of celebration in the Town of Greenville as the community gathered for their yearly Christmas celebration. The Heart of Greenville organization hosted…
What aging drivers can do to improve their driving skills
Metro Contributor Motor vehicles have come a long way since the days of the Model T. Safety features, in particular, have undergone significant enhancements over the last several decades. Improvements in airbags,…
From the Sunny Side: Just a couple of words
Rick Patrick Columnist This time of year, we are reminded on a regular basis of the nativity story. The story comes through in many ways, music, movies, sermons, church program and more….
A Christmas Reminder: You are loved more than you realize
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist Years ago, I cuddled my one-year-old granddaughter. Looking into her sweet little face, I said, “Emma, do you know how much I love you?” Immediately, I sensed my…