Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Sunday, Oct. 11 is Pastor Appreciation Day, which is part of a month-long recognition of the pastors who lead our churches. There are many ways to demonstrate your appreciation,…
Madison County Solid Waste introduces newsletter
Hailey Waldo news@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Solid Waste and Recycling Department has launched a new monthly newsletter designed to keep residents informed about the department’s work, services and efforts to maintain a…
Cowboys defeated by Tornadoes
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It ended as a tough night for the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys on Friday when they hosted the Tornadoes of Bradford High School. The Cowboys suffered their…
Cowgirls have mixed night
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com There was plenty of excitement on the volleyball court for the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls as they hosted the Taylor County High School Bulldogs on Thursday, Sept….
From the Sunny Side: A time machine
Most of the time, I am content with my life the way it is. In spite of slip-ups and mistakes of the past, I am grateful for the lessons learned, even the…
National Security: Mandate
I have talked about the subject of socialism in this space before, but my references may be ambiguous, particularly to younger people with little ‘real world’ experience and poor education. An issue…
Learning As I Go: Meeting Mrs. Inez
Going to the park in town was not on my afternoon agenda. I planned to take my youngest and his best friend for ice cream, then pick up my oldest from his…
Hurricane facts you may not know
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com With two months remaining in the 2026 hurricane season, it’s never too late to learn some new facts about hurricanes. Here are some facts about hurricanes from the National…
Is it a hurricane or a typhoon?
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In his famous play, Romeo and Juliet, the late-great “Bard” William Shakespeare, said, “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Of course, Juliet was referring to…
This hurricane season looks to be historic
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Although there are still two months remaining in the 2026 hurricane season, this year has already been a historically significant one. For the first time in many decades, there…
Celebrate World Teacher’s Day
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com This year will mark the 60th anniversary of World Teacher’s Day. World Teacher’s Day began in 1966 as a recommendation of the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization…
Dr. John Lewis wins “Service to Agriculture” Award
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the 81st Annual Farm Bureau Banquet, local veterinarian Dr. John Lewis was honored for his decades of service to local farmers and ranchers. After graduating from high school…
Freddy Pitts receives the George Townsend Good Neighbor Award
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Freddy Pitts has proven himself to be the epitome of a “good neighbor;” as his neighbors will quickly attest. For that reason, he was named the recipient of the…
Long time Farm Bureau President honored
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the 81st Annual Farm Bureau Banquet, long-time Farm Bureau President Richard Terry was honored as being the recipient of the Florida Farm Bureau Distinguished Service Award. Terry…
Carol Gibson kicks off Ms. Bridgett’s 5K class’s Apple Unit
Autumn Raulerson reporter2@greenepublishing.com The Madison County School Board District Two Representative and Chair, Carol Gibson, kicked off kindergarten and first grade classes at Madison Creative Arts Academy (MCAA) with her monthly enrichment…
Peanuts are in season
Fresh From Florida Contributor Florida peanuts are in season. Known for their trusted flavor and quality, Florida peanuts deliver the simple goodness families have enjoyed for generations. Grown under the Florida sunshine,…
Volunteers needed for museum
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison County’s historical museum, the Treasures of Madison County, is seeking volunteers to help man the museum. Volunteers should be able to dedicated two hour shifts from 10…
Kiwanis Club holds installation luncheon
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison Kiwanis Club held a festive occasion on Thursday, Sept. 24, installing new officers for the coming year. Division Three Lt. Governor Faith Kinneer presided over the installation…
Farm Bureau holds 81st Annual Banquet
Cheltsie Holbrook cheltsie@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Sept. 15, the local Farm Bureau Agency held their 81st Annual Banquet at the Madison Church of God’s Family Life Center, located at 771 NE Colin Kelly…
Madison/Jefferson Community Cleanup hosted by SWAT was a success
Autumn Raulerson reporter2@greenepublishing.com The two counties of Madison and Jefferson came together to organize a cross-county clean-up event on Saturday, Sept. 19. The event was organized by the Florida Department of Health…