Early last Friday morning I completed my fifty-third reading of the Scriptures. Monday, Dec. 17, 2018, I began reading through them again. Some may wonder why I discipline myself to read through…
Emerald’s Gem Box: Merry Christmas
The countdown is finally coming to an end. Christmas is less than a week away and a brand-new year is less than two weeks away. Shopping, cooking, parties, Santa Claus and family…
The ACTS church to host gala
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. In honor of Apostle Donnie and Lady Leah Graham, The ACTS Church will be hosting a pastor appreciation gala, to celebrate their leadership. On Saturday, Jan. 12,…
For those grieving this holiday season
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist Losing someone you love is incredibly hard. And now the holidays are upon you. That empty chair, with all its memories and sentiment, now seems to be the…
Governor honors local utility representative
Story Submitted On Tuesday, Dec. 4, during a meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Florida Governor Rick Scott recognized utility lineman who responded to Hurricane Michael and helped restore power to hundreds of…
Mullet tournament announced
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. The Madison Golf and Country Club is excited to announce that a mullet tournament will be held on Saturday, Feb. 23, with tee times at 9 a.m….
Seniors in need of donations
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. As the official beginning of winter draws near, the number of days with cold weather will increase. Seniors in Madison County are in need of a source…
Cowboys community celebration planned
Rick Patrick: Greene Publishing, Inc. The Madison community has an opportunity to celebrate the history-making, 2018 State Champion Madison County High School Cowboys during a community-wide celebration. The event will take place…
Former resident air-lifted after wreck
Ashley Hunter: Greene Publishing, Inc. A Tuesday morning wreck sent a woman to the hospital after her vehicle ran off the road, struck multiple trees and overturned various times. At around 10:10…
City Manager hopeful to stop local vandalism
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. The City of Madison Public Works Department has been noticing willful acts of vandalism at Lanier Park over the course of the last year to one-year-and-a-half and…
From the sunny side… Believe
First of all, I should probably put a disclaimer or warning here. If you have young, impressionable readers, you may want to read through this little piece before you put it into…
Reverend Walter Richard Wynn
Reverend Walter Richard Wynn, age 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018, while surrounded by his loving family. Visitation was held from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec….
Margaret Elizabeth Register
Margaret Elizabeth Register, 99, of Adel, Ga., lived fully, loved faithfully, gave generously and blessed everyone who knew her. Born on Feb. 10, 1919, in Blythewood, S.C., she went home to Jesus…
Holiday Event Calendar
Churches and businesses throughout Madison County are preparing to celebrate the holidays in a variety of ways. Greene Publishing, Inc. is providing a special calendar for holiday activities you might wish to…
The Country Store assists local shelter
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Interested in helping a non-profit organization this Christmas? Now’s your chance! The furry friends at the Suwannee Valley Humane Society depend on the kindness and the love…
Healthcare Hero: Victoria Wirick
Mickey Starling: Greene Publishing, Inc. Victoria Wirick has been a caregiver in Madison County for 11 years and she enjoys her job more each day. Wirick currently provides home healthcare to five…
Give the gift of a helping hand Donate to health-related facilities for Christmas
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Christmas can be tough on anyone who is trying to stretch a thin budget … but those who are spending Christmas in a hospital are desperately waiting…
Learn CPR in 2019
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. Do you know CPR? If not, does your job require the knowledge? Now’s your chance to learn CPR for infants and children for free. Your five chances…
Prescription drug abuse continues to rise
Mickey Starling: Greene Publishing, Inc. Opioids are a common prescription painkiller that have seen a marked increase in use and abuse over the last few decades. Since 2001, opioid availability has tripled…
Senior Citizens Activity Calendar
John Willoughby: Greene Publishing, Inc. The senior activity calendar is provided monthly by the Senior Citizens Council of Madison County. Transportation is provided Monday through Friday for recreational activities. For transportation reservations,…