Imagine with me. We are all gathered in a building. Worship music blaring. Songs of praise along with hands, all lifted high. The preacher walks onto the platform and begins teaching from…
National Security: Political geography
It seems like our political landscape is unusually skewed. We are pretty much a 50-50 split nationwide. It seems every election tips the balance in one direction and then the other. The…
Have you ever been unfairly judged?
Divorce is painful, particularly when it separates you from your children. When I was a young mother, I had to pick up and return my children to my former husband every other…
Alcoholics Anonymous offers help
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com If you or someone you know or love struggles with either alcohol or drug addiction, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) wants you to know that help is available. The North Florida…
Madison Public Library announces date for summer finale
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison, will hold their summer finale of the Suwannee River Regional Library summer reading program: “Art is Everywhere,” on…
Madison FFA Alumni hosts beef cattle show
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison Future Farmers of America (FFA) Alumni is hosting the Grade A Showdown, a beef cattle show on Saturday, August 2, starting at 7 a.m., for any youth to…
Calling all BBQ grillmasters
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Cooks are needed to show off their talents on Saturday, Aug. 16, when Forgotten Coast K9 and Georgia Beer Company team up for a BBQ and Brew event. Proceeds…
Madison 4-H wraps up another summer camp
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison’s 4-H recently wrapped up their Science Camp, which was held from Monday, June 23, through Thursday, June 26. Campers enjoyed various science experiments and learned about various topics…
Madison Public Library hosts summer reading program
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Anna Stange hosted Music and Masks at the Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison, as a part of the Suwannee River Regional Library summer program:…
Madison Rotary Club installs officers
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular lunch meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, June 25, the club installed a new Club President. Former Madison County Sheriff Pete Bucher will lead…
Senior Citizens Council of Madison announces indoor yard sale fundraiser
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Senior Citizens Council of Madison will be holding an indoor yard sale fundraiser on Saturday, July 26, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at 1161 SW Harvey Greene…
July and Your Flowerbeds: Is it too late?
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com As the summer heat rages on, and afternoon storms dump buckets of water down like clockwork, those who might have had a late start in their gardens might be…
What exactly is the Bible Belt?
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com When discussing geography, the term “belt” comes up frequently. The term originated to denote areas where certain crops were grown. However, over time, it has evolved to refer to…
Benefit program for deacon planned
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Gospel Train Outreach Ministries is planning a benefit program for Deacon Clifford Paul Ford on Sunday, July 13, at 3:30 p.m. at Gospel Train Outreach Minitries, located at 189…
Roberson family releases second album
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison native Desmond Roberson and his musical family, The Roberson Bunch, have released their second album of gospel music. This second album, called “Growing Pains,” is already making an…
Florida bat houses: a hidden gem
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com Florida is famous for many different things. When someone says, “Florida,” what comes to mind are alligators, swamps, guns and so many different things. However, what doesn’t usually come…
The berry best month of the year is here
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com July is most famous for one reason: the celebration of Independence Day. However, for the agriculture community, there is another reason to celebrate. July is the height of berry…
School grades released
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Florida Department of Education has recently released the school grades for both the overall district and for the individual schools within the district. The Madison County School…
Progress made on new Lee Fire Station
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Now that construction has begun on the new Lee Fire Station, located on Dale Leslie Drive, in Eastern Madison County, it clear the progress is being made at a…
New state budget does away with tax holidays; implements permanent tax cuts instead
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com Following an extended legislative session and much wrangling, Florida lawmakers were finally able to pass a state budget and tax package on June 16. Unlike in recent years, however,…