John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Dads, break out those denims and daughters, pull out your favorite dress; it’s time to dance! On Saturday, Feb. 29, join the Junior Auxiliary of Madison for the 11th…
Cowboys defeat Tigers for district championship
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Feb. 14, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys defeated the Jefferson Somerset Academy Tigers, 66-42, to win their fourth consecutive district basketball championship. The host school…
MCAA Beta Club welcomes new members
Katie Krell editor@greenepublishing.com Service, scholarship, character and leadership – these are the qualities observed in the 10 new members of Madison Creative Arts Academy’s MCAA) Junior Beta Club. The Beta Club is…
Three Cowboys sign on National Signing Day
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Feb. 5, three Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys put ink to paper to make their commitments to take their football talents and skills to the next…
MCMH to host dementia workshop
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com The Alzheimer’s Project of Tallahassee and Covenant Care is teaming up to bring you the Understanding Dementia and Virtual Dementia Tour on Wednesday, March 11. From 11 a.m. to…
Pictures from the Past
Madison County’s horse-drawn fire wagon in the early 1900’s. On the near side of the wagon is Fire Chief Howell Waring.[Florida Memory/Courtesy]
Traveling water circus coming to Tallahassee
Cirque Italia Contributor Have you ever wanted to travel the world? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical trip around the globe. Can…
Supervisor of Elections to host Business After Hours
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com As Supervisor of Elections Tommy Hardee and his team prepare for the upcoming March elections, they invite you to their edition of the Madison County Chamber of Commerce’s Business…
James Pride
Mr. James Pride, 98, a retired truck driver for Van H. Priest, affectionately known as “Booga,” passed away on Monday, Feb. 10, 2020. He was a founding member of New Bethel Primitive…
From the sunny side: Remembering Kimmy
It’s not something you think much about when you’re young, but as you get a little older, it becomes obvious that friends are going to pass away. It’s just one of those…
Kimberly “Kimmy” Newman Montgomery
Kimberly “Kimmy” Newman Montgomery, of Severn, Md., was born in Quitman, Ga. on Sept. 25, 1961, to the late Doris Norris and Norman Newman of Greenville, Fla. She passed on Wednesday, Feb….
John P. “J.P.” Agner, Jr.
A memorial service to celebrate the life of John P. Agner, Jr., also known as “J.P.”, will occur 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 29. The service will take place at Barbara Memorial Cemetery,…
Learning As I Go: Don’t Waste the Drive
One of my favorite weekend pastimes is riding dirt roads. No destination. No time limit. Just exploring and taking in the scenery. It’s been a long while since I have taken the…
Emerald’s Gem Box: Love
Happy Valentine’s Day! The smell of love, flowers and candy will soon fill the air. Whether it’s love for your spouse, your children, parents or a best friend – everyone has someone…
Cowgirls win district championship
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com For the first time since the 2015-16 season, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls are the Class 1A District Five Champions. The Cowgirls defeated the Lafayette High School…
Madison Mentoring Program makes a difference
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com It’s one thing to know there is a problem, but to actually do something about it requires commitment and dedication that goes beyond lip service. Volunteers from Evergreen Missionary…
You Can Now Order Newspaper Photos Online!
See a newspaper photo you want? Greene Publishing, Inc. now has galleries available for you to purchase photos from our stories. You can now browse our galleries and to order your choice…
Explore Madison County’s Florida Trail on Feb. 8
Dr. Erik Webb (Pharm D) Contributor On Saturday, Feb. 8, join the Madison County Chamber of Commerce’s outdoor adventure committee for a guided hike along a recently inaccessible section of the Florida…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: When Tarzan needs an Uber
My generation didn’t have all the superheroes to enjoy at the theaters that the kids are bombarded with today. I did have Adam West and the Boy Wonder, running around in tights…
Bill Haynes: Delivering much more than packages
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During his 33-year career working with United Parcel Service (UPS), Bill “Willie” Haynes has delivered literally thousands of packages of all kinds. Throughout his long career, Haynes has been…