I know the title may look deceiving, but this isn’t actually a complete letter to my grandma. We need introductions first. For those of you who know Debbie, well, then you have…
From the sunny side: Seven-year itch
It almost seems difficult to believe. As of just a few days from now, I will reach my seven-year anniversary of working here at Greene Publishing, Inc. I do admit, some days…
Rachel Silver shows the importance of clean waters
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Aug. 1 at 7 p.m., Lee held a Town Council Meeting. Rachel Silver, with Southeast Rural Community Assitance Project, Inc. (SERCAP), visited and presented a presentation on…
Local business nominated for Best of Florida
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Recently, Madison Therapy and Wellness learned they had been nominated for a “Best of Florida” award in the area of physical therapy. The Best of Florida awards are sponsored…
Armed robbery suspect arrested
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report from the Madison Police Department (MPD), on Saturday, Aug. 5, at approximately 6:50 a.m., MPD Officer Korey was dispatched to the Brush Away Car Wash,…
Midnight chase ends in arrest
MCSO Contributor Madison County Sheriff David Harper reports that late Monday night on July 31, at 11:55 p.m., Deputy Tyler Andrews observed a white utility vehicle run a stop sign at the…
LifeSong Reunion Concert set for August 19
North Florida Concerts Contributor It will be an exciting night of southern gospel music when LifeSong takes the stage once again for their annual LifeSong reunion concert. The reunion concert is set…
March for Jesus held in Greenville
Vanessa Unglaub Contributor Followers of Jesus have often read The Parable of the Great Banquet in Luke 14:23 and have been challenged to “go.” But, mostly we sit at our own banquet…
Madison Youth Soccer registration is open
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com As of Tuesday, Aug. 1, Madison Youth Soccer’s registration was opened to the public. To register for the fall, visit madisonyouthsoccer.org. If you would like to volunteer during the…
Giving multiplied with school supplies for children overseas
Samaritan’s Purse Contributor As the school year approaches, shoebox packers are making use of back-to-school prices to purchase gifts and essential items for children in need around the world. Residents in Madison are collecting school…
Control mosquitoes with dragonflies
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Dragonflies are a common sight in this area. With their ability to hover and fly straight up and down, they can resemble little helicopters flitting around your yard. What…
Forgotten Coast K9: Changing Lives, Saving Lives; You are not Forgotten
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com It was his experience working as a certified K9 handler for the Madison County Sheriff’s Office that inspired Chris O’Brian to pursue a career working exclusively with dogs. His…
Learning As I Go: Comfortable with the Unfinished
I’ll never forget when my friend first began attending our church. As she walked down the halls, she noticed our bulletin boards were outdated or broken. Many walls and windows needed painting…
Local publisher named Florida Press Association Chair
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com If anyone seemed destined to be in the newspaper business, it would be Emerald Greene. The daughter of the Madison County Carrier founders, Tommy and Mary Ellen Greene, Emerald…
Resilient: Ryder’s story
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com Ryder Cole is an eight-year-old animal-loving cowboy, who has also had several trials and obstacles throughout his life. Born as a micro-preemie and weighing just over one pound, he…
Pair of former Cowboys named to All-State Tournament team
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Several Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys have made their mark playing baseball this summer for various teams. Three, in particular, have had success playing for the American Legion…
LES hosts clean-up day
Christi Minor Contributor On Friday, July 21, the Lee Elementary School (LES) staff and community were invited to come help in a school clean-up day. We wanted to beautify the school before…
$1 million gift launches new Big Bend Hospice facility
Big Bend Hospice Contributor A $1 million gift from First Commerce Credit Union (FCCU) has kickstarted Big Bend Hospice’s fundraising campaign for a new state-of-the-art center for compassionate hospice care, currently under…
MCSO held another Teen Driver Challenge
Halie Wetherington reporter@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, July 8, Sheriff David Harper and the Madison County Sheriff’s Office held another Teen Driver Challenge which was a successful adventure. Several participants were included in classroom…
From the sunny side: Ponderings
Greetings everyone, welcome to the first Friday of this month. Is it just me, or does anyone else feel like this year is going by at a rather quick pace? The heat…