John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com The rumors are true – another Madison business has closed and this time, Madison’s Pizza Hut is the latest franchise in town to lock their doors, and it appears…
From the sunny side: A conversation with myself
As I quickly approach my 60th trip around that big, bright yellow ball of gas in the sky, I feel the need to reflect for a moment. I can honestly say that…
Janet Matheny Peterson
Janet Matheny Peterson, age 74, peacefully passed away and entered eternal rest the morning of Sunday, Sept. 6, 2020, at her home in Monroe, Ga. with her husband Robert and family by…
Royal Restorations hosting Business After Hours
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours returns this month with an installment of the social networking event being hosted by Kelli deSante and Royal Restorations. The…
Celebrate National Chamber Week with the Madison County Chamber of Commerce
Emerald G. Parsons emerald@greenepublishing.com In celebration of National Chamber Week, September 14-18, the Madison County Chamber of Commerce will recognize and thank its chamber businesses and prospective members for their support and…
Cowboys Gameday: The road gets steeper
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com After finally beginning this season’s football campaign with a one-sided shutout over Jefferson Somerset, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys continue their quest for the Capital City with…
Chris Brown is going pro: Brown leaves for Spain on Sept. 28
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Another Cowboy of Madison County is preparing to suit up once more, and this time, it’s an adventure outside of the United States that he won’t soon forget. Christopher…
Letters to the Editor: Biden should have to debate before the first votes are cast
For a man who has been in politics for nearly 50 years, it seems incredible that Joe Biden is hoping to be elected president by voters who never even get a real…
Emerald’s Gem Box: Wake up early and seize the day
My alarm clock goes off early every morning, at 3 a.m. I get up, I exercise, take a shower, get ready for the day, do some household chores and head off to…
Wanda Revels Williams
Wanda Revels Williams, age 88, died Monday, Aug. 31, 2020 at Madison County Hospital. She loved fishing, gardening, reading and cooking. She was always a mother to anyone her kids brought home….
Willie C. Moore
Willie C. Moore, 82, of Ohio passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020 in Ohio. Graveside Services will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2020, at Oak Ridge Cemetery located…
Learning As I Go: Remember the way
The weeds were almost as tall as my mower. It has only been three weeks since I mowed the path around the field. Unless I knew there was a path there previously,…
Hackett and Poore square off in speech duel
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Aug. 28, the Mad Talkers Toastmasters met by Zoom for their fourth Friday session. As the meeting came to order, members were in for a treat as…
New Teacher Spotlight: Hayley Starling
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Valdosta native Hayley Starling planned on using her Bachelor’s degree in fine arts to pursue a career in graphic design. That was before her kids came along. Starling was…
Cowboys tame Tigers
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys took advantage of numerous turnovers by the Jefferson Somerset Tigers to open their 2020 campaign with a 47-0 shut-out of their long-time…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Staying afloat
Summers at church were rarely boring in my youth group because we were always on the move. We regularly attended conferences and special events. Plus, we had a way of making local…
Coronavirus Food Assistance Program for Farmers and Ranchers
Story Submitted Agricultural producers can still apply for USDA’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which provides direct payments to offset impacts from the coronavirus pandemic. The application and a payment calculator are…
Proposed cemetery moratorium on Greenville agenda tonight
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Amid continuing budget discussion at the Greenville Town Hall, a hot button issue is returning to the board during a special meeting/budget workshop on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 5…
Heritage advocacy group calling for investigation of Mayor
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com A dossier of information regarding Madison Mayor Rayne Cooks’ residency has been sent to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) by an advocacy group, Save Southern Heritage Florida…
From the sunny side: Trash bags
There are times when I am given an assignment and I jump into it with both feet. There are other times when I do what I have to do and let it…