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…
Growing through it: her faith, my foundation
Amber Moore Columnist 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…
The Greenville Audit: Actions of former Town Manager brought to light
The Town of Greenville had an extensive financial and operational audit conducted by the State Auditor General’s Office at the request of the Joint Legislative Auditing Committee. One of the findings centered…
The marks we leave
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com I’ve been thinking a lot about the impacts people make on the world, those small marks they leave behind that become the only evidence that they were ever here…
EcoWatch: Time for a good and bad news report as season warms up
Delores Savas Guest Columnist “The good news is that bad news can be turned into good news when you change your attitude.” – Robert H. Schuller, American television evangelist, author. Sorry to…
Second Madison County Homeschool Expo to be held
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The second annual Madison County Homeschool Expo is being held on Monday, Sept. 22, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Madison Public Library, located at 325 College…
Emma Agner places fifth in breakaway roping competition
Kathy Egan news@greenepublishing.com Emma Agner, a 14-year-old ninth grader at Aucilla Christian Academy, who lives with her family in Shady Grove, is proving to be a mighty competitor in the rodeo arena….
Local sponsors help NFC graduates go out in style
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College’s (NFC) Spring 2025 Grad Fest brought excitement, pride and heartfelt celebration to campus on May 1 at the Van H. Priest Auditorium. Graduates, cheered on…
Cowgirls win home opener
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls junior varsity and varsity volleyball teams held their first home match of the season on Wednesday, Aug. 20, against the Indians of…
Cowboys drop season opener
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Varsity Cowboys football team opened their season with a heart-breaking 21-20 loss at the hands of the Deland High School Bulldogs in front…
Pastor Spotlight: Will Newton
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The recently formed congregation of Abundant Grace United Methodist Church at Rocky Springs now has a pastor. Will Newton comes to Madison from Rockville, Md., where he served as…
Arms wide open
Rev. Cheryl Cruce Guest Columnist I have heard it said, “We often see God in the way we see our earthly fathers.” I’m not sure if that is entirely true, but if…
Complete these home improvements over the weekend
Home improvement projects ramp up when the weather warms up, as homeowners channel the rejuvenating feelings of spring and tackle their home to-do lists. Large-scale renovations can greatly affect a home, but…
How to conserve energy throughout summer
Energy bills tend to be high in the summertime when many people crank up their air conditioners in an attempt to combat the heat. For some households, higher energy bills might be…
Have coffee with a Vet
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Aug. 28, the Town of Greenville and CareerSource North Florida will team up to bring “Coffee with a Veteran.” The event will take place from 9 a.m….
Peanut picking prepares the way for Founder’s Day
Dan Buchanan Contributor August is here, which means it’s peanut-picking time at Hickory Grove Methodist Church. For over 30 years, the church has picked and served peanuts at the annual Founder’s Day…
Rekindle your dreams
I could see it in the other students’ eyes. Envy. Not the green-eyed monster kind of envy, but the respectful admiration they, too, hoped to earn someday. We, the graduating class of…
National Security: Border disputes
Joe Boyles Guest Columnist I don’t know if most of the world’s conflicts are over border disputes between two nations, but it seems that way. For example, I’m thinking back 87 years…
Learning As I Go: When the pain doesn’t matter
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist The day I was induced with my first son, my husband also broke his thumb. Induction isn’t the smooth ride I hoped it would be. My labor…
MCSO reports federal jury duty scam
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor A scam attempt has been reported to be circulating in Madison County again. The scammer calls and identifies themself as an employee of the Madison County Sheriff’s…