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…
Mary Windham
Mary Windham, 76, of Lee, Fla., passed away on Aug. 31, 2020 after a short illness. Mary was born on April 23, 1944 to Christopher Elton Speer and Carltine Speer, in Coral…
Lewis “Lou” Stanley Peterson
Lewis “Lou” Stanley Peterson, 76, of Madison Fla., gained his wings on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2020 at South Georgia Medical Center. Graveside rites will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 4,…
Karen Sue Houser
Karen Sue Houser, 77, passed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Sept. 1, 2020 in Tallahassee, Fla. surrounded by her family. She was born on Jan. 1, 1943…
Small Business Spotlight: Mossy Oak Properties
Ramsey Sullivan news@greenepublishing.com Ben Jones, broker and owner of Mossy Oak Properties, opened his business in Madison County on July 29, 2015 on Horry Avenue. He joined the Madison County Chamber…
Cowboys Gameday: The “Fight 4 Four” begins
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Although the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys football team has been forced to alter some procedures as they approached this season; the goal has remained crystal clear –…
Looking back at the Outstanding Farm Families of Madison County
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Optimism – it’s what farmers need or else they wouldn’t still be farmers. They owe their life to top soil and the fact that it rains while their spouse…
Thomas was an accomplished servant of God
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com In the late 1800s, Madison County had plenty of raucous activity that has been duly noted. But, the county also boasted of a rich spiritual life that flourished in…
Learning As I Go: Abscess of the heart
About a month ago, I began treatments for an ear infection. After a couple of weeks, I noticed a dull ache in my face near my jaw line. I have had bad…
Lorraine C. Warren
Mrs. Lorraine C. Warren passed away early Wednesday morning, Aug. 26, 2020. She was born in Pompano Beach, Fla. She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Madison,…
Marilyn Delores Seabrooks
Marilyn Delores Seabrooks, 71, a retired citizen of Greenville, Fla., passed away on Friday, Aug. 28, 2020 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital with family by her side. She was a proud member of…
Alston and Kay Kelley celebrate 50 years of marriage
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Aug. 29, Alston and Kay Kelley celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. The Kelleys began dating during their college years at Florida State University (FSU), although Kay had…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Seeing red
As summer rolled around each year, I had several things to look forward to. I would have a ridiculous amount of time on my hands, maybe take a short trip or two,…
Lee Elementary staff enjoys lunch
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When the teachers and staff at Lee Elementary School (LES) began their pre-planning for the upcoming school year, they were treated to treats and other goodies during a special…
Kids love Touch-a-Truck
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Aug. 15, kids of all ages enjoyed learning about fire safety and ambulance services at Touch-a-Truck, held at the Emergency Medical Services station, in Madison. Chief Allen…
binderholz Group wins auction of Klausner Lumber One
binderholz contributor The Austrian binderholz Group, based in Fügen, purchased all assets of Klausner Lumber One LLC, based in Live Oak, Fla., in the auction held on Friday, Aug. 21. At the…