John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Right before Thanksgiving, there will be some hustle and bustle on Horry Street and you’re invited to attend the grand opening of United Methodist Cooperative Ministries’ newest location. After…
La Piazza Bella Italian prepares to open doors
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Through permits, construction and hard work, the opening of a new restaurant has been confirmed and the talk around town is true. Lee resident, Henry Mendoza, is preparing to…
Business Afters Hours set for November 19
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com CareerSource North Florida is set to host Business After Hours next week and you’re invited! On Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., join North Florida’s premier…
November 13, 1959 At the Rotary Club meeting Wednesday, Rev Cesar Benitez was the guest speaker and gave a most interesting talk. He has been with the Board of Methodist Missions in…
Cowboy Up & Read enters third month Numbers are up at MCHS
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Cowboys wide receiver and Madison County High School (MCHS) Junior Zarrion Robinson was the first to be compensated a total of $50 for his efforts in racking up Accelerated…
From the sunny side: Life is good
This morning I was taking a “stroll” and saw something that made me pause and think. It was a shopping bag filled with underwear, t-shirts and lounge pants. It wasn’t really the…
MCSO investigating attempted robbery
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com After an early morning attempted robbery at a local convenience store in Greenville, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is investigating and seeking information on the case. The robbery…
Madison Vet wins 10U soccer championship
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The 10U team from Madison Veterinary Clinic was a dominant force during the fall season of the Madison Youth Soccer League. They were the top team in the 10U…
Kind gesture returns double
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com There is a Bible verse that says if you “Cast your bread upon the waters, you will find it after many days.” [Ecc. 11:1, NKJV] This idea of a…
Madison County High School to Union State Community College: Borgert commits
Savannah Reams editor@greenepublishing.com Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboy, Riley Borgert, a senior in high school and shortstop/pitcher for the Cowboys’ varsity baseball team, has committed to continue his education and playing…
Patrick Brian Irvine
Patrick Brian Irvine, Sr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019 at the home of his son and daughter-in-law in Eurharlee GA where he was being cared for by his wife…
Roger K. Byington
Roger K. Byington, age 75, passed away at his home in Greenville, Fla. on Nov. 7, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Loretta Kohn Byington; one daughter, Belinda Hollon, of Salcboden,…
Learning As I Go: Missing Mickey
Our long-time neighbor, Mickey McFarland, passed away a few weeks ago. When we first moved in at the end of the road, Mickey’s parents, Carlos and Haddie Lee still lived in the…
Emerald’s Gem Box: Veterans Day – In honor of those who have served
Veterans Day came and went this past Monday. With it came a three-day weekend for some, special family gatherings for others, or just another day at work (depending on what your job…
Chamber of Commerce hosts successful luncheon
Savannah Reams editor@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Nov. 4, businesses and individuals came together for a monthly luncheon hosted by the Madison County Chamber of Commerce. This luncheon serves as a means for locals…
Coming Soon: Twin Oaks Manufacturing
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Twin Oaks Manufacturing, LLC is well on its way to opening a proposed manufacturing facility in the old “Blue Building” on SW Pinckney St., next to the Madison County…
Contraband investigation leads to arrest
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) announced on Wednesday, Nov. 6, the arrest of a former Madison correctional officer, who is facing multiple charges including conspiracy to introduce contraband…
Emma Jean Folsom Wyche
Emma Jean Folsom Wyche, after sharing wonderful memories and while surrounded by her family at home in Madison, Fla., passed into her Heavenly Home on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019. Emma, the first…
From the sunny side: Turn up the nice
Yes, I am that person who will begin listening to Christmas music at the beginning of November. In fact, I have even begun watching Christmas movies on TV. The approaching holiday season…
Tracy Morgan Spooner
Tracy Morgan Spooner, 56, of Bainbridge, Ga., formerly of Madison, Fla., passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, at…