Stacy Bush Contributor Each year, the Tuesday following Thanksgiving marks Giving Tuesday—a global movement dedicated to generosity, compassion and community impact. While holiday shopping often takes center stage in the days prior,…
Florida prepares for 16th execution of the year as debate over death penalty intensifies Plus: A glimpse into local death row inmates
Jason Futch news@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Oct. 28, Norman Merle Grim, who was sentenced to death for the 1998 murder of Cynthia Campbell in Santa Rosa County, met his date with the executioner….
Thanksgiving meals available this week
Cheltsie Holbrook cheltsie@greenepublishing.com One of the benefits of living in a small town is the love and support that is shown throughout Madison County. This love and support is even being shown…
City begins donations to Madison Recreational Center
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison City Commission met on Tuesday, Nov. 18, with Madison Police Chief Tyrone Edwards recognizing Officer Fred Korey as the Steven M. Agner First Responder of the Year….
Duval Pond Road nears completion
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Thanks to a Small County Outreach Program (SCOP) grant through the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Duval Pond Road’s paving project is nearing completion. The $3,386,378.57 grant provided the…
NFC Upstage Players groove through “Yesterday”
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8, the North Florida College (NFC) Sentinel Upstage Players took the stage at 7 p.m., in collaboration with the NFC Jazz Ensemble for…
Madison County remains clear of CWD in deer population
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com With the recent confirmation of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in Valdosta, Ga., area hunters have reason for caution as they enjoy deer season this year. So far, no reports…
Community Genealogy Night planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com If you have ever wanted to trace the branches of you family tree, or would like information on exploring your family’s roots, you are in luck. There will be…
Learning As I Go: Thankful
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist I’m thankful for the house that protects us day and night I’m thankful for my children even when they fuss and fight I’m thankful for the food…
National Security: Governance
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist One of the things that makes America special is that we are a republic of united but sovereign states. There are many issues that are not covered by…
Local youngster spreading warmth
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the summer leading up to her seventh-grade year at Madison County Central School, Chloe Dickinson began a project called “Beyond the crown,” to help provide shoes to…
Light Up Madison returns this weekend for a night of holiday magic
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison’s most festive tradition is back as the Kiwanis Club of Madison hosts its annual Light Up Madison Downtown Holiday Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 6. Families, friends and visitors…
U.S Postal Services announces recommended mailing dates
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Recently, the U.S. Postal Service announced the recommended mailing and shipping send-by dates for expected delivery before Thursday, Dec. 25: 2025 holiday shipping dates for Contiguous U.S. (lower 48…
Question of the week: What are you thankful for?
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com “I am thankful for my new granddaughters and that I will have another grandson this coming year. I’m thankful my whole family will be together for Thanksgiving and I…
Madison County’s food pantry distribution locations
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com During the holiday seasons, money gets tighter and stress rises, but there are many available food pantries around Madison County willing to give a helping hand. Listed are some…
Former Madison resident sentenced for child pornography
U.S. Attorney’s Office, Northern District of Florida Contributor Brian Scott Rupe, 40, formerly of Madison, Fla., was sentenced to five years in federal prison for receipt of child pornography. The sentence was…
Fall Festival brings fun and smiles to Aucilla Christian Academy
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) held its annual Fall Festival on Friday, Nov. 14, bringing students, families and the community together for an afternoon of games, treats and laughter. Children…
Madison Church of God to host community Volleyball Tournament
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison Church of God will be hosting a community Volleyball Tournament on Friday, Dec. 19, offering a fun night of friendly competition, fun and fellowship. The event will begin…
Madison County School Board highlights achievements, recognizes staff and students
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board closed out their Monday, Nov. 17, meeting with a strong focus on gratitude, student achievement and recognition of employees across the district. With Thanksgiving…
Drug possession ends with year in prison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Nov. 18, Dion Tyson, 31, of Tallahassee. had his day in court in the Madison County Courthouse to answer to charges of possession of a controlled substance…