Several members of the Greenville High School Class of 1975 got together for a time of food and fellowship. The class celebrated their 50-year reunion at Whispering Pines Loop, in Madison on…
Madison High School student accepted into Big Bend All-District Honor Band
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com A local high school student and Madison County High School (MCHS) Band member was recently accepted into the Florida Bandmasters Association (FBA) District Three Big Bend All-District band. This…
Meet MCAA’s BETA Club officers
The BETA Club officers selected for the 2025-2026 school year at Madison Creative Arts Academy are working to keep the club running smoothly. Pictured, from left to right, are: Historian Jules Nagel,…
The burning question: Is your home fireproof?
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com The short answer is no. It is simply not possible to fully fireproof a home, even a very modern one. While it isn’t possible to build a standard home…
One thousand fed a Thanksgiving feast
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Another year of hard work and dedication paid off for the Timmy Dyke family and approximately 90 volunteers on Thanksgiving Day. The yearly outreach began in 2011, with 85…
Rotary president shares vacation stories
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When the regular program for the meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, Nov. 19 fell through, Madison Rotary Club President Pete Bucher stepped in to fill the…
Madison Garden Club celebrates the season
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was a joyful time when the Madison Garden Club celebrated the Christmas season with music and games during their regular meeting on Thursday, Dec. 4. The Madison…
Celestial events in December
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com For those who like to keep eyes on the skies, December has some exciting celestial events in store, including the biggest meteor shower of the year. • The Cold…
Jail Report
Nov. 21 Javalissa Hernandez – Battery Andrew Hernandez – Battery Nov. 22 Tashyla Bush – Use display etc. of a weapon during a felony, destroying evidence, marijuana possession not more than 20…
Financial planning for seasonal expenses
The holiday season is synonymous with increased spending—gifts, travel, entertainment and charitable giving can strain even well-managed budgets. With ongoing market volatility and policy uncertainty, intentional financial planning becomes critical for maintaining…
Local youth support historic preservation
Participants in the local Boyz to Kings and Girlz to Queens program recently presented a $500 donation to the Madison Recreations Center. There is an ongoing campaign to restore the old Madison…
Local eye center closing its doors
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It has been announced that the Madison office of South Georgia/North Florida Eye Partners will be closing at the end of December. Those patients who had been going to…
From the Sunny Side: Santa works at the bank
Rick Patrick Columnist This week, “From the Sunny Side” is a “Best of” column from December of 2016. I hope you enjoy and may this holiday season be a safe and wonderful…
What extraordinary adventures are we missing out on?
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist Do you struggle to trust God when He leads you in a new direction? Is it hard to believe that God has a plan for you – at…
National Security: Affordability
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist The new buzzword floating about in political speak is “affordability.” Democrats are now proclaiming this is the central issue to win the 2026 mid-term elections. It’s a new…
Learning As I Go: Advent peace
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist I remember being a child and praying for peace on earth. Bright-eyed, hopeful and innocent, I believed with my whole heart that God would answer. He could…
Florida voters urged to update registration following new driver’s license changes
Bri Rodriguez news@greenepublishing.com Election officials across the state are encouraging Floridians to update their voter registration to ensure they can vote without difficulties. The fix is simple – voters just need to…
Greenville Christmas Festival set for this weekend
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The Town of Greenville is set to sparkle with Christmas spirit as the Greenville Christmas Festival returns on Saturday, Dec. 13, at Haffye Hayes Park, located on W U.S….
Three Cowboys sign on Early Signing Day
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com For most small rural high school football programs, such as Madison County High School (MCHS), if one athlete signs to play college football at the Division One level, that…
New career in the New Year: free broadband training boot camp
Career Source Courtesy The next Creating Connections Fiber Optics Boot Camp is set to take place early in the new year for eligible residents interested in high-paying, in-demand careers in broadband telecommunications….