I have had multiple people seek me out this week for various reasons. Some needed advice on spiritual matters, while others sought guidance in personal areas. A few wanted my opinion and…
Growing Through It: Her faith, my foundation
This past week, I said goodbye to my grandmother. For so many years, I didn’t know her. My dad and I had been estranged since I was six, and it wasn’t until…
From Prison to Ministry
Jason Futch news@greenepublishing.com Lanette Escobar found herself in a predicament in 2002, as a knock at her door resulted in her being greeted by U.S. Marshals. Though she had once helped others…
When you think your life isn’t worth living
I loved my sweet young kids. Still, the lies that kept me awake night after night convinced me that my children were better off without me. Suicide is a tough topic. Its…
Tips for buying a preowned vehicle
Metro Contributor Car buyers looking to save money can turn to pre-owned cars when they first start shopping around. Pre-owned cars aren’t what they were a few generations ago. Many are backed…
Summer gardening is tough
Carolyn Saft Contributor As a fifth-generation Floridian, I’ve got to admit—I’m not a fan of the summer heat and humidity. Honestly, I’m just glad I’m not a plant stuck outside in those…
The power of eminent domain and its role in the data center era
Raymond Balaguer Contributor The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is accelerating the demand for new and larger data centers. Data centers require vast amounts of electricity, water and physical space. Meeting these…
FWC approves rule amendments to expand public youth turkey hunting opportunities
FWC Contributor At their August meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved changes to expand youth turkey hunts from two consecutive days (Saturday and Sunday) to four (Friday through…
FWC approves guidelines revisions to support burrowing owl conservation
FWC Contributor Today, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved revisions to the Florida Burrowing Owl Species Conservation Measures and Permitting Guidelines at its August Commission meeting. The goal of…
Warriors pound Panthers
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors varsity football team traveled to Edison, Ga., on Friday, Aug. 29, to face the Panthers of Pataula Charter Academy. The Warriors pulled away…
Celebrate World Physical Therapy Day
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Sept. 8, in 1996, World Physical Therapy (PT) Day was first celebrated. This day is celebrated to raise awareness about the important role physical therapists and chronic pain…
Jail Report
Aug. 26 Tracy Cotrell – Failure to register a motor vehicle Vicente Sanchez-Nunez – Driving while license suspended or revoked Aug. 27 Ronald Webb – Criminal registration Aug. 29 Daniel Brown -…
Youngsters have water fun
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Aug. 9, several youngsters found a way to beat the heat by enjoying some water fun during a back-to-school event at Jesse Solomon Park, in Madison. The…
Lee Public Library hosts guided painting class
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Lee Public Library, located at 7783 E U.S. 90, in Lee, will host coffee, canvas and conversation on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. Coffee,…
National Security: Tunnels to Towers
I have long been a supporter of a New York charity named Tunnels to Towers (T2T). It was begun nearly twenty years ago by Frank Siller to honor his younger brother, Stephen,…
Cagle Grams: True worshippers
“But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. God is a Spirit:…
Scammers are using your social media information against you
Kathy Egan news@greenepublishing.com There is another scam affecting people in our area. This is what happens: someone texts you with a conversational tone and says something friendly, as if they know you….
Florida welcomes license-free saltwater fishing day on Sept. 6
Jason Futch news@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Sept. 6, Florida is opening its waters to free saltwater fishing for everyone, even if one does not possess a fishing license. License-free fishing days offer an…
The NEW Front Porch is here
Emerald Greene emerald@greenepublishing.com It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the Sept/Oct 2025 edition of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed and subscribers should…
Kevin Harbin recognized for heroic action
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com Kevin Harvin, a guidance counselor at Aucilla Christian Academy, recently received recognition for his lifesaving heroics. Harvin was presented with the lifesaver award by Jefferson County Fire Rescue Chief…