Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was announced on Monday, July 6, that a beloved member of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) family, K9 Madison, had passed away. Many may remember the…
Samuel Agner returns to Costa Rica
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Samuel Agner has been going on mission trips to Costa Rica since 2024, now making him a seasoned veteran at the age of 11. His latest trip took place…
James Madison Preparatory High School welcomes Patrick White as new principal
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) has announced the selection of Patrick White as its next principal, marking the return of a familiar face to the school community. The…
Forrset Gump turns 32: The film that became an American classic and inspired a real-life mission
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Thirty-two years ago, on July 6, 1994, moviegoers were introduced to one of the most beloved characters in cinematic history when Forrest Gump premiered in theaters. What began as…
Honoring the hearts of our families: Celebrating World Elderly and Grandparent Appreciation Day
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com World Elderly and Grandparent Appreciation Day is a special opportunity to recognize the generations who have shaped our families, communities and traditions. It is a day to celebrate the…
“Battle of the Counties” tournament coming
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com A full day of basketball excitement is planned on Saturday, Aug. 1, when Madison County hosts the “Battle of the Counties” basketball tournament. The double-elimination tournament will feature…
Madison School Board approves principal and teacher hires during special meeting
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board held a brief special workshop meeting on Monday, July 13, to approve personnel recommendations ahead of the 2026-27 school year, including the appointment of…
Madison 4-H wraps up 2026 summer camps with Spring Hoppers Adventure
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County 4-H concluded its 2026 summer camp season last week with its annual Spring Hopper Camp, giving local youth three days of outdoor exploration, environmental education and hands-on…
Lulu’s Law seeks to protect beachgoers
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Lulu Gribbin was 15 when she was attacked by a shark while swimming at Rosemary Beach on June 7, 2024. The beach is located in Walton County, Fla. Another…
Local athlete to represent Florida
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison County native and Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warrior baseball player, Wiley Barfield, will be representing the State of Florida in the Fourth Annual 2D Sports Southeast Cup…
Tyler Shadrick for Madison County Commissioner District 2
As the August 18 election approaches, I want to take a moment to share what has prepared me to serve this community and why I believe I’m the right person for the…
Tension builds at Madison County School Board meeting
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board covered a wide range of topics during its nearly two-hour long workshop on Monday, July 6, including personnel decisions, budget planning, policy revisions, property…
Madison celebrates
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Saturday, July 4 was much more than the average Fourth of July celebration. It was a time to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the birth of the United States…
Seven receive Christ at E.C. Tyner Children’s Camp
Kim Whigham Contributor Middle Florida Baptist Association (MFBA) has enjoyed yet another year of E.C. Tyner Children’s Camp at Pickett Lake. This is a four-day, summer sleep-away camp for children who have…
Tucker Odiorne enjoys first mission trip
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Tucker Odiorne recently became one of the youngest people to take on a 10-day mission trip to Brazil. The 14 year-old, who is the son of Adam and Haley…
MCHS Drum Major attends FSU SMC
Ady Kinsley news@greenepublishing.com Held yearly, the Florida State University (FSU) Summer Music Camp (SMC) is a week-long camp for band students, inside and outside of the Tallahassee area. This camp is full…
Way Back When
July 13, 1956 • Mr. and Mrs. George Rykard have returned from a two-week vacation at Cocoa Beach, Fla., with their sons Frank and Bobby Williams, who are doing some construction work…
The men who led America: Presidents throughout history
Continued from the Wednesday, July 8, Madison County Carrier. James Knox Polk 11th President of the United States (1845 – 1849) “The gratitude of the nation to the Sovereign Arbiter of all…
FWC urges boaters to be alert for jumping sturgeon on the Suwannee River
FWC Contributor The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is urging boaters on the Suwannee River to go slow and maintain 360-degree awareness for jumping gulf sturgeon, now through the end…
Dancing with disappointment
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com Disappointment is that dance partner who crushes your toes, misses the beat and hums off-key to your favorite song. I expect we all find ourselves dancing with disappointment from…