Joe Boyles Guest Columnist On Good Friday, an Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle was lost over southwestern Iran, and the aircrew was forced to eject from their crippled fighter. The pilot was…
From the Sunny Side: Adventurous memories
Rick Patrick Columnist Recently, I had the opportunity to visit with my older sister. Since I am the youngest of three, perhaps I should clarify. I was visiting with my oldest sister,…
Property fraud alert service available in Madison
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Madison County Clerk of Court Billy Washington recently shared a post on Facebook informing residents of a free property fraud alert service that Clerks throughout Florida offer to their…
County to receive insurance check
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, March 25, the commissioners were informed the county is set to receive an insurance rebate…
Down Home Days fast approaching
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The annual Down Homes Days is an event many Madisonians look forward to each year. This year promises to be one of the most memorable events ever. Here are…
Madison Police Chief Tyrone Edwards retires
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com After 10 years of faithful service to the citizens of Madison, Police Chief Tyrone Edwards has retired. He was honored with a retirement celebration at the Madison Police Department…
Understanding Autism: Pieces of a puzzle
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to increase awareness and understanding of Autism, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has decorated one of their patrol cars with symbols representing pieces of a…
Leslie Fletcher investigative report released
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School District recently released the investigative report on a Madison County High School (MCHS) teacher, Leslie Fletcher, who had been accused of saying “the n-word” in…
Aaron Brown’s “National Gratitude” offers options to political biases
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Few books are as timely as “National Gratitude,” by Madison native Aaron Brown, who is the son of Doug and Lynne Brown and a retired supply and logistics officer…
Always room
Rev. Cheryl Cruce Columnist It was simple in structure, made by my daddy’s hands and set by my mamma’s love. Often it held only cheese grits and toast, with homemade blackberry jam……
Young bull rider inspires community at Lee Public Library
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Community members gathered at the Lee Public Library on Thursday, March 26 as rising youth bull rider Tate Gray shared his journey, skills and passion for the sport. The…
Charlotte’s Hope Ministries hosting luncheon
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Coming off a successful women’s conference in January, where 80 women attended, Charlotte’s Hope Ministries is hosting a ladies luncheon at The Bridge, at 11 a.m., on Saturday,…
Dr. Cal’s Energized Milk Beverage: Lee Fongeallaz co-founds popular energy drink
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison resident Lee Fongeallaz is more commonly known for helping in the family business, Madison Glass, operated by his father, Steve. However, this 23 year-old graduate…
FLHSMV warns motorists of new scam
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is warning local residents about a new scam involving fake court notices designed to trick motorists into paying fraudulent…
MCHS cheerleader tryouts set
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Tryouts for the 2026-27 Madison County High School (MCHS) cheerleading squads are set to take place Monday, April 20, through Friday, April 24, with no tryout practice on Wednesday,…
Rep. Allison Tant holds meet-and-greet at City Hall
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Monday, March 30, State Rep. Allison Tant greeted citizens for casual conversation and information sharing at a meet-and-greet held at City Hall, in Madison. She met for two…
Cowboys and Cowgirls participate in Suwannee Mini Meet
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, March 17, members of the Madison County High School (MCHS) track teams traveled to Live Oak, Fla., to participate in a track meet along with athletes from…
Cowboys fall to Valiants
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was a tough return from spring break for the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys varsity baseball team as they traveled to Valdosta, Ga. on Tuesday, March 24,…
Cowgirls suffer second defeat of the season
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Errors proved to be costly for the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls varsity softball team on Thursday, March 26, when they hosted the Fighting Christians of University Christian…
Easter’s hope begins before the resurrection
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Rightfully so, the focus of Easter is on the resurrection of Christ. For those who surrender their lives to Him, that same resurrection awaits them on that glorious day…