Madison’s Stephanie Hasty (pictured in the back row, third from the right), is one of 24 contestants for the crown of Ms. ABAC in Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s 56th Annual Ms. ABAC…
Jail Report 2/12-2/19
Greene Publishing, Inc. publishes the Jail Report each week based on information provided by the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). It is the policy of Greene Publishing, Inc. to print each name,…
The Bush Wealth Advantage:When changing jobs, rollovers bring benefits
For many individuals, changing jobs can be an exciting opportunity to advance their career or pursue new interests. However, it can also present a challenge when it comes to managing their retirement…
Letters to the Editor: Ray Mobley
“If they build it, they will come!” Years ago, I felt called to return to Madison, Florida to help rebuild and revitalize our former school site. Thanks to generous supporters and the…
Letters to the Editor: Derick Farfan
While Black History Month is a time to honor the men and women who bravely and boldly paved the way for the African Americans who came after them, it’s also an opportunity…
Becoming the person you crave to be
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist How would your friends or your boss describe you? Would your spouse, roommate or sibling (those who live with you every day) describe you differently? Many of us…
National Security: SAVE
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist SAVE is the acronym for congressional legislation entitled the Save American Voter Eligibility Act that would amend the 1993 Voter Registration Act (aka Motor Voter) to require documentary…
Learning As I Go: When others see me leaning
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist One advantage of sitting in the back of church is seeing what others don’t. Halfway through the service, I noticed an elderly gentleman nodding off. I bumped…
Murder charge results in prison sentence
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During felony court proceedings on Tuesday, Feb. 17, Detrone Middleton, 23, appeared before the Hon. Melissa Olin in the Madison County Courthouse. Middleton had been charged with second-degree murder…
Get ready for Down Home Days
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison’s biggest community celebration of the year will soon be here. The annual Down Home Days festival is scheduled to take place during the week leading up to Saturday,…
Deputy involved shooting in Madison County
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com According to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), on Saturday, Feb. 21, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the MCSO received a mutual aid request for K-9 assistance from the Hamilton…
Madison County man in critical condition following self-inflicted gunshot
Jason Futch news@greenepublishing.com A Madison County man wanted in Suwannee County for child sex crimes is in critical condition following a standoff that led to the suspect firing a self-inflicted gunshot wound…
Community appreciation program set to honor local servant
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The late Matilda Thomas was passionate about honoring those who faithfully served her beloved community of Greenville. In keeping with her legacy, the Thomas family and the Greenville community…
Freedom Night approaches at Renewed Life Outreach Center
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Freedom Collective, a ministry based in Nashville, Tenn., will be ministering at Renewed Life Outreach Center on Saturday, Feb. 28, at 7 p.m. The church is located at 13752…
Lucía Andress captures the world on a colorful canvas
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Lucía Andress moved to Madison with her family 10 years ago, far from the hustle and bustle of her roots in Jacksonville, Fla. Andress is a 16 year-old homeschool…
The FFA Program at JMPHS, preserving traditions and building leaders
Amanda Jones Contributor In the heart of North Florida’s agricultural community, the Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter at James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) continues to grow strong. As a tuition-free…
Suspect shoots himself during standoff
According to information provided by the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), on Thursday, Feb. 19, at approximately 6:30 p.m., MCSO investigators received word from the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office that a man…
The MCAA FFA Chapter: “Learning to do, doing to learn, earning to live, living to serve”
Jessica Webb Contributor Each year, FFA Week gives us the opportunity to celebrate the impact of agricultural education and the many students who are learning, leading and serving through the FFA. The…
School Board Workshop focuses on internal funds and future planning
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board met on Tuesday Feb. 17, addressing a wide range of financial and academic matters affecting the district. The session opened with the regular Pledge…
Inside Out and Upside Down: Lessons in Daily Grace
Rev. Cheryl Cruce Columnist It was during the years when my children were attending a small Christian school. Like most families, Monday mornings seemed to arrive sooner than expected. With three children…