The “Dog Days of August” traditionally refers to the hottest and often most lethargic days of summer. Derived from the period when the star Sirius, known as the “Dog Star,” rises with…
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Madison County Youth Bassmasters holds first tournament
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Youth Bassmasters recently held their first tournament of the season on Saturday, Aug. 17, at Lake Miccosukee, in Jefferson County. Dominic Graff and Henry Feinberg received…
Free saltwater fishing day offered
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) offers free fishing days to residents and non-residents for freshwater and saltwater fishing. The next license-free saltwater fishing day will be…
Voluntary recall of infant formula initiated
Danny Federico news@greenepublishing.com Perrigo Company plc has announced a voluntary recall of 16,500 cans of its store-brand Premium Infant Formula with Iron Milk-Based Powder. The recall, affecting three specific lot codes, was…
Meet the 2024-2025 MCCS Broncos
Making this years 2024-2025 Broncos roster are: #1 – Christian “Scoop” Robinson, #2 – Arkeem Hankins, #3 – Isaiah Sparrow, #4 – Kaden Ruth, #5 – Keon’tae Mattair, #6 – Benaiah Light,…
2024-2025 MCCS Broncos Cheerleaders
The Madison County Central School Cheerleaders are ready to cheer the Broncos on to victory. Pictured in the front, from left to right, are: Oniya Isom, Ilani Gallon, Aurihanna Stephens, Kaylie Akins,…
Meet the 2024-2025 MCCS Broncos Coaches
The coaching staff of the Madison County Central School Broncos is dedicated to not only teaching football skills, but, more importantly, life skills. Pictured, from left to right, are: William Turner, Jr….
Middle Florida Baptist Association offers free mobile dental care
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Sept. 30, through Friday, Oct. 4, First Baptist Church, located at 134 SW Meeting Ave., in Madison, will offer a free mobile dental care week, by appointment…
Madison County 4-H hosts Super Science Camp
Beth Moore Contributor 21 Madison County youth participated in this year’s exciting Super Science Day Camp. This camp included a field trip to the University of Florida’s Museum of Natural History and…
Smokey celebrates 80th birthday
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Saturday, Aug. 10, was a very special day for a very special celebrity who visited Madison that day. Smokey Bear, the iconic figure who urges campers to use caution…
4-H travels to Cloudland Canyon State Park
Lauren Williams, 4-H Club Leader Contributor On Saturday, July 20, Madison County 4-H’ers with the Saddles and Spurs 4-H Club traveled to Cloudland Canyon State Park in Rising Fawn, Ga. for four…
Rotarians receive elections information
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During their regular meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 14, the Madison Rotary Club heard a presentation from Madison County Supervisor of Elections Heath Driggers. Driggers updated the service club members…
The Bush Wealth Advantage – The Rising Costs of Back-to-School and Education
Each year, the back-to-school season brings a mix of excitement and anxiety for families across the United States. As students prepare to return to the classroom, parents and grandparents face the growing…
Being a voice for the voiceless
Tiffany Ottey news@greenepublishing.com In the quiet moments between calls, the work of animal services officers may seem straightforward; rescuing lost pets, handling strays and ensuring the welfare of animals. However, for those…
Director Jennifer Burleson
1. When and why did you become an Animal Services Officer? Animal Welfare has always been a way of life in our family. As a young child my mother worked in a…
Officer Rich Moser
1. When and why did you become an Animal Services Officer? I became an Animal Services Officer to help the animals. 2. How long have you been apart of the Animal Services…
Officer Buddy Kemp
1. When and why did you become an Animal Services Officer? I started working for Madison County Animal Control back in 2019. I had not put much thought into the position at the…
Participate in the Great Florida Pollinator Census Count
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com About 40 percent of pollinator species are facing the danger of extinction. To fight this problem, Madison Garden Club and the Taylor County Extension Office are holding a Great…
Disaster preparedness presentation offered
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Lt. Jason Matchett will give an informative presentation on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Madison First Methodist Church, located at 248 SW Rutledge St.,…
Bingo Night approaches at the Edge of Town
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Join the Edge of Town, located at 8289 E U.S. Hwy. 90, in Lee, on Thursday, Aug. 29, for a fun night of Bingo, from 6 p.m. until 8…