Mother Mary Ann Jackson, 61, of Zellwood, Fla., was born on March 2, 1959 and by God’s Divine will, she crossed from this walk of life on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. Celebration…
Year: 2021
Eloise Merritt Hazzard
Eloise Merritt Hazzard, 77, of Madison, Fla., transitioned from this life into eternal rest on Friday, Jan. 22, 2021, in Valdosta, Ga. She will surely be missed, but her family takes comfort…
Julie Christina Albritton
Julie Christina Albritton, age 48, died Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at Capital Regional Medical Center. She was born in Madison, Fla., on Oct. 30, 1972, to Ansel and Sharon Albritton. She lived…
Jerome Lee Wright (1966-2021)
Jerome Lee Wright, 54, of Monticello, Fla., gladly answered when the master called him from earthly time to time eternal, on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021. Graveside Life Services, with full U.S. Marine…
Learning As I Go: It’s not my vineyard
King Ahab and his Queen, Jezebel, were infamous for so many terrible actions. This week, I was reminded of one of those. It was when Ahab looked out of his palace and…
Emerald’s Gem Box: Judgment Day
Judgment Day – it will happen, one day, for each and every one of us. The question each one of us needs to ask ourselves is, “What will be written in MY…
FHP troopers awarded
Deidre Myers news@greenepublishing.com The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) works in troops throughout the State of Florida. In the areas of Madison and Jefferson Counties are troopers from Troop H. Most of the…
MCHS Cowgirls softball team plans fundraisers
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls softball team is raising funds for uniforms, equipment and other expenses needed for the upcoming season. The team is still looking for…
Way Back When
Jan. 20, 1961 Clayton W. Jones, Jr., of Madison, is among twelve students at the Duke University of Law School, who have been announced as recipients of Law School Scholarships. Mr. and…
North Florida Livestock Show cancels Kick Off Dinner
Alyssa Ridenour reporter@greenepublishing.com The North Florida Livestock Show’s (NFLS) Kickoff Dinner was originally scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 21. However, due to the number of people expected, the extension office has cancelled the…
A trip down memory lane: Family isn’t always blood
I was four years old when I met her for the first time — my now step mama, who I simply call “mama.” I’m here today to tell everyone that Disney was…
From the sunny side: New technology and old TV shows
I generally am not one to boast about my Christmas gifts; or rather not since I’ve become an adult. I know that last statement could elicit more than just a little bit…
Major water project planned for Madison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During their regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 12, the Madison City Commission voted on a resolution that paves the way for a massive, $4.8 million, water system upgrade. David…
Strickland releases new single
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison native, Tara Strickland, released a new single, “My Hope,” on Friday, Jan.1. Strickland is a contemporary Christian artist who also works full-time as an independent contractor, ER Nurse…
Norris Cafe offers online ordering
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to further serve their customers, Norris Cafe is now offering online ordering. “This is just another way to try and help our customers,” said owner Chris…
Stephan Caleb Smith
Stephan Caleb Smith, age 92, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021 in the Good Samaritan Center in Dowling Park, Fla. He was born and raised in Madison County, Fla. and…
Annie Ree Roberts Williams
Annie Ree Roberts Williams, 80, of Madison, exchanged time for eternity as she gained the wings of a dove and flew away to be at rest on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021. Life…
Thomas Harroll McGuire
Thomas Harroll McGuire, age 72, died Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021 in Macclenny, Fla. There will be a private memorial service at a later date. Tommy was born Dec. 19, 1948, to James…
Douglas Eugene Dixon
Douglas Eugene Dixon, 74, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021. He was born on July 13, 1946, in Lee, Fla., to Leroy Dixon and Sadie Dixon. After graduating high school, Doug…
John Cecil Buckhalt
John Cecil Buckhalt, age 81, died Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, at South Georgia Medical Center. He was born in Miami, Fla. to Cecil Edward and Dorothy Lohman Buckhalt on April 13, 1939….