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…
Local tree farm honored
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Florida Tree Farm Program has recently announced that Boyles Tree Farm has been recognized as the 2025 Jon Gould Florida Outstanding Tree Farm of the Year. Boyles…
Burglary case ends with prison term
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During felony court proceedings on Wednesday, Aug. 19, before the Hon. Melissa Olin, Dayshon Cooley, 34, of Madison, faced charges of burglary of a dwelling and grand theft…
Madison man sentenced in child pornography case
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During felony court proceedings on Wednesday, Aug. 19, Jordan Herring, 35, of Madison, appeared before the Hon. Melissa Olin to answer for four counts of child pornography. The…
Loss of probation leads to year in prison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Aug. 19, Tyquan Denson, 27, of Greenville, appeared before the Hon. Melissa Olin, in the Madison County Courthouse. Denson had previously faced a charge of possession of…
Join the Hot Tamales for Ray Charles Birthday Picnic
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Hot Tamales, a singing duo from Tallahassee, Fla., return for the 5th annual Ray Charles Birthday Picnic, held at Haffye Hays Park, in Greenville, on Tuesday, Sept. 23,…