There are moments in our lives that things seem to mysteriously fall into place. Some may call it providence, some may call it serendipity; others still, may call it just pure dumb…
Homework can be a family project
Now that school is back in session, homework is going to be a nightly ritual in many homes. Although children and parents often dread it, homework provides an important opportunity for children…
Sarah Ruth Gibson Pafford
Sarah Ruth Gibson Pafford, age 88, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018. A visitation will be held at Beggs Funeral Home in Monticello on Friday Aug. 17,…
Vernon Albert Brown
Mr. Vernon Albert Brown, 72, passed away on Aug. 12, 2018, in Madison, Fl. He was born on Jan. 4, 1946, in Lebanon, Penn. to Vernon Albert Brown Sr. and Dorothy Brown…
Lilla Wheeler Page
Mrs. Lilla Wheeler Page passed away on Friday, July 27, 2018, in Moultrie, Ga. at the age of 88. Mrs. Page was born April 3, 1930, in Madison, to the late Graham…
Burns Funeral Home to host Business After Hours
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. The August Business After Hours event is scheduled to be hosted by Burns Funeral Home, located on Lake Frances at 323 SE Lakeshore Dr., on Tuesday, Aug….
Changes at Boot Hill Stadium
Rick Patrick: Greene Publishing, Inc. For those Madison County High School Cowboy fans who are planning to attend the games at Boot Hill Stadium this year, there is a major change in…
Dean York
Mr. Dean York, age 81, died Monday, Aug. 13, 2018, in Tallahassee, Fl. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 16, in the chapel of T. J. Beggs, Jr….
Outdoor heaven at Home Field Advantage Farmstead
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Whether you’re looking for a place to lay down in beautiful soft grass and gaze at the star-filled night sky or just a quick overnight, indoor stay,…
National Security: California Burning
Fifty-some years ago, a popular singing group “The Mamas and Papas” jumped to the front of the hit parade with their iconic song “California Dreaming.” An updated version a half-century later might…
Christian Concepts: Enemies, Friends and Fake News
President Trump purportedly called the press the “enemy of the people.” Recently, Jim Acosta, a reporter with CNN, suggested in a White House press meeting that presidential press secretary Sarah Sanders set…
Mr. Carradine Dewey “C. D.” Agner, Jr.
Carradine Dewey Agner Jr. (C.D.) was born on July 22, 1926, and left this temporary home on Friday Aug. 10, 2018. A native of Madison County, he was loved by all who…
Thetus Bell Alderman
Thetus Bell Alderman passed away peacefully on Aug. 11, 2018, at Madison County Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Aug.15, at Beggs Funeral Home in…
Franklin “Elvoye” Thomas
Franklin “Elvoye” Thomas, 82, of Lee, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Family received friends at Beggs Funeral Home in Madison on Sunday, Aug. 12, from 3…
Lunch and Learn series at Townsend Livestock Market
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. On Tuesday, Aug. 21, you are invited to the Lunch and Learn series: “Fall Forages and Fertility,” from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Presented by the Madison…
Cherry Lake Fire Rescue to host political rally
Cheltsie Holbrook: Greene Publishing, Inc. Join Cherry Lake Fire Rescue as they hold their political rally fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 18, at 5 p.m. This rally gives all political figures the opportunity…
American Legion Auxillary to host fundraiser
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. On Saturday, Aug. 25, beginning at 12 a.m., you are invited to a peanut boil, hosted by American Legion Post 224 Auxiliary, in Cherry Lake. A bowl…
Jeslamb A.M.E. to celebrate Dual Day
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Jeslamb A.M.E. Church is inviting you to celebrate Dual Day services on Sunday, Aug. 19, at 11 a.m. The speaker will be Minister Nikita Wiggings, of St….
Free vacation for Hagan at taxpayers’ expense
Savannah Reams: Greene Publishing, Inc. In July of 2018, Greene Publishing, Inc. filed public records requests with the Florida School Boards Association (FSBA) and the Madison County School District inquiring into the…