Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Hurricane Preparedness Week may be one of the most important in the State of Florida. Observed annually in May, the week aims to raise awareness for preparedness for those…
Emergency preparedness for special needs residents
Before an emergency threatens the state, have a plan in place. People with unique abilities or special needs may face obstacles that require more detailed planning. Here are recommendations that may assist…
Pack and prepare for the hurricane season
Important documents • A list of style, serial number and manufacturer information for medical devices • List of important phone numbers (County emergency management office, evacuation sites, doctors, banks, schools, vets, out…
AlertMadison emergency notification service available
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Madison County has upgraded from the previous CodeRED system to AlertMadison, a text system designed to inform residents of emergencies such as severe weather, evacuations, missing persons, sudden road…
Beware of hurricane cleanup scams
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com The Big Bend region of Florida has seen more than enough hurricanes in recent years. There were no major storms last year, but in 2024, Helene caused 18 deaths…
How your power is restored
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com With the upcoming hurricane season comes rain, wind and power outages. Being left in the dark can be frustrating, but local electric companies immediately get to work to restore…
School Board reviews finances, approves agenda items ahead of summer break
Hailey Waldo Reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board meeting on Tuesday, May 18 addressed financial reports, personnel matters and end-of-year celebrations during its meeting as district leaders prepared to close out the…
Support Valor Lasseter after life-changing surgery
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Your support is needed for Valor Lasseter, the grandson of Kent Lasseter, of Madison and Susan Jones, of Lee. He is the son of Tony and Laura Lasseter. A…
Suspect arrested in Brookwood Avenue shooting
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, May 21, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) announced that a suspect in a shooting incident that occurred on Friday, May 15, has been arrested and charged….
Hasty’s time in the classroom inspires a children’s book
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison’s Jessica Hasty graduated from Madison County High School in 2022, but she never graduated from her love of learning, which led her to explore a variety of employment…
Governor appoints Hardee as Third Judicial Circuit Court Judge
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, May 29, Governor Ron DeSantis announced four judicial appointments, including naming Madison’s Cary A. “Bo” Hardee as the Third Judicial Circuit Court Judge, replacing the retiring Judge…
A modern-day mystery for the record books
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The year was 1991, two years before the release of the film, “Groundhog Day.” In a small village in Romania, a true script was unfolding that would make Hollywood…
Landmark Baptist Church plans Vacation Bible School
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Using the Bible verse: “All things were created by Him, and for Him, [Colossians 1:16]” as inspiration, Landmark Baptist Church will be holding their annual Vacation Bible School for…
Christian charities group visits Madison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Representatives from International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) recently returned to Madison to continue their recovery assistance. Their most recent visit to Madison was coordinated by Sher Alloway, with Starfish…
Annual fundraiser coming for St. Mary’s Episcopal Church
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com St. Mary’s Episcopal Church is set to host their Second Annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser on Thursday, June 4, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Proceeds will help fund the…
Way Back When
May 30, 1966 Little Mark Davis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack L. Davis, celebrated his sixth birthday with a party at the Playhouse Kindergarten, on Friday, May 13, with all of…
Play-Doh’s accidental success was child’s play
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com After recently learning about the accidental creation of potato chips, I began searching for other mishaps that eventually made millions of dollars. I didn’t look long before finding the…
Disaster declaration issued after last freeze: How Madison farmers can get help
Hailey Waldo reporter@greenepublishing.com Relief is on the way for local farmers following a historic freeze that caused more than $3 billion in agricultural losses across Florida. Congresswoman Kat Cammack announced that a…
Memorial Day service planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison County will be honoring those brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in order for the rest of us to continue to enjoy our God-given…
Cowboys hold Maroon and Silver game
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Pads were popping once again on Friday, May 8, when the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys held their annual Maroon and Silver scrimmage game. The contest provided the…