Perry Newspapers Contributor At approximately 12 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 3, a Perry police officer, patrolling an area on Courtney Road, in Perry, Fla., observed a vehicle parked in an empty lot…
Best of Madison nominations open
Madison County Chamber of Commerce Contributor Madison County Chamber of Commerce announces the 2025 Best of Madison Awards Banquet & Made in Madison Auction. You’re invited to nominate, vote and celebrate our…
Madison Youth Soccer registration open
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Registration for the upcoming Madison Youth Soccer program is now open. Youngsters who are between the ages of three and 14 can be registered online at www.madisonyouthsoccer.org. The cost…
Madison youngster playing in Babe Ruth World Series
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com For Wiley Barfield, August of 2025 will be a month he will remember, possibly for the rest of his days. He is part of the Tallahassee/Leon 14U Babe Ruth…
Rules change for Boot Hill Friday Night Lights
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County District School Board on Monday, Aug. 4, the board decided to honor a request from Madison County High School (MCHS) Athletic…
Lee council discusses lease proposal with microschool
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Members of the Lee Town Council met for their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 5, at 7 p.m. Public comments started off with Heather Breckinridge raising concerns about people…
Schoelles & Associates honored by Chamber
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was a very special occasion on Tuesday, July 15, when Schoelles & Associates was honored by the Madison County Chamber of Commerce for their 50 years in business….
Celebrate National Financial Awareness Day
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com National Financial Awareness Day is held on August 14 annually and stresses the importance of planning ahead with your finances for a great financial future. According to a 2023…
MCSO holds successful teen driver challenge
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) held their first Florida Sheriff’s Association Teen Driver Challenge for 2025 at the North Florida College (NFC) Public Safety Academy on Tuesday, July…
Madison County Superintendent of Schools speaks to Rotarians
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During their regular meeting on Wednesday, July 30, the Madison Rotary Club heard from Madison County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen Pickles. During her presentation, Dr. Pickles addressed a…
A powerful verse when you’re overwhelmed
What’s your favorite verse? The one you go to when your insides scream, “Father, help me handle this!” I love Psalm 18. It’s a powerful passage with a beautiful first verse: “I…
National Security: Gerrymander
Much of the domestic news lately has been occupied by the case of Texas wishing to redraw their congressional districts to permit greater representation by the majority republicans. As many as five…
Learning As I Go: Why we do this
As I dropped my oldest off this morning at his first day of high school, I didn’t cry. Yes, I reminisced, and I mentally ran through images of prior firsts. Pre-K was…
Greene Publishing celebrates its Annual Media Awards
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com At the 2025 Florida Media Conference, on Friday, Aug. 1, Greene Publishing, Inc. received many accolades for work during 2024 by the reporters, photographers and graphic designers who create…
MCHS cheer attends FCA Cheer Camp
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County High School (MCHS) cheerleaders attended the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Cheer Camp, at Valdosta State University, from Monday, July 21, through Thursday, July 24. The FCA…
Pickett Lake ends with a splash
Kim Whigham Contributor Greetings from Middle Florida Baptist Association! We have completed E.C. Tyner Children’s Camp at Pickett Lake for 2025. This is a four day, summer sleep-away camp for children who…
How heat affects your house
Kathy Egan news@greenepublishing.com If you find yourself unable to answer the question, “How are you?” with anything other than the word “hot,” you are not alone. Everyone feels the same way, including…
Household bliss in a zap
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Usually, our home articles focus on things like replacing gutters, installing lighting or planting gardens. However, living in the south presents some pressing issues that should also be addressed,…
Meet the 2025-2026 Vaquero Guard leadership
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com The leadership crew of the Madison County High School (MCHS) Vaquero Guard marching band is a huge part of keeping the band running smoothly. The students in leadership positions…
Inaugural Bob “Cur Dog” Cade Memorial Golf Tournament is a success
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Despite the summer heat, it was a great day for golf on Friday, July 25, when 17 golf teams played in the Inaugural Bob “Cur Dog” Cade Memorial Golf…