Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Every year, on April 22, people around the world celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day is an environmental movement that began in 1970. Americans were experiencing a huge boom in…
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Planet vs. plastics
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com “Planet vs. Plastics” unites students, parents, businesses, governments, churches and many more in the mission to end plastics by 2040, with reducing the production of plastic by 60 percent….
Denim and Diamonds event a dazzling success
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Feb. 10, the Madison County Cattlemen and Big Bend Cattlewomen’s Association held their Second Annual Denim and Diamonds Cattlemen’s Association Benefit Dinner at King’s Mill Cabin. In…
American Legion donates to the Suwannee Humane Society
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, April 10, American Legion Post 224, from Cherry Lake, presented a Certificate of Appreciation, donated a blanket and $500 to the Suwannee Humane Society, in Madison. Suwannee…
American Legion honors Crosby for 50 years of membership
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, April 2, American Legion Post 224, in Cherry Lake, honored Ted Crosby with a certificate from the National Headquarters of the American Legion, recognizing his 50 years…
Get ready for the 43rd Annual Down Home Days celebration
Night of Worship The Madison County Ministerial Association presents a “Night of Worship,” to be held in conjunction with Down Home Days on Wednesday, April 17. The service will feature Minister Jackie…
Pedaling with a purpose
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com After Al Reszel’s wife, Terry, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2010, he decided he wanted to do something tangible to help. The avid bicyclist decided to turn his…
April 18 is National Lineman Appreciation Day
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com Thursday, April 18, is National Lineman Appreciation Day. Now is the time to extend gratitude to all the hardworking electrical lineworkers across the nation who sacrifice their time and…
Good beer and better friendships brewing in Valdosta
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com What began as an idea among college friends has blossomed into a business that has won national acclaim. Georgia Beer Company, located in Valdosta, Ga. stemmed from an idea…
Celebrate National Beer Day
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com National Beer Day is celebrated annually on April 7. Following tea and water, beer is the third most popular drink in the world. Over 35 billion gallons of beer…
Wellness Expo held
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, March 28, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., a Wellness Expo was hosted by the Florida Department of Health, in conjunction with the American Cancer Society and…
Madison Lions Club selling chicken dinners
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, April 6, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., the Madison Lions Club will be selling chicken dinners at Crystal Tractor. The price of the dinners will be…
Holder hits another gobbler during Youth Weekend
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Young hunters were out in force on Saturday, March 9, when Youth Weekend opened as part of the spring turkey hunting season. Every state has a variety of opening…
Continuing a legacy
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com At the end of a narrow, winding dirt road in the community of Lamont, Fla., lies the studio of a man whose intricate skill and steady hand have created,…
Artopia 2024 now accepting art donations
Serena Smallwood Contributor Do you make art or have art you want to rehome? Artopia, Tallahassee’s largest charity art auction, is planning its 26th annual event, and they need your help. Big…
Raw facts about feeding raw
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com With over 86 million homes in America owning at least one companion animal, and over half of those homes considering those animals to be a true member of the…
Sign up for special olympics in Madison
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Elise Hulme has started a pickleball special olympics group for Madison County. Hulme has 30 years of experience in coaching the special olympics, beginning with coaching special olympics equestrian…
Madison County Foundation for Excellence in Education receives donation
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was a nice way to start back after spring break for the Madison County Foundation for Excellence in Education (MCFEE) on Tuesday, March 19. Prior to their board…
Flea Across Florida is coming up
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com The organizers of Flea Across Florida are encouraging residents and businesses along U.S. Hwy. 90, between Pensacola and Maclenny, to “clean out your sheds, garages and closets” and prepare…
Stephen Foster’s 34th Annual Antique Tractor and Engine Show approaches
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com From Thursday, April 4, through Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. the 34th Annual Stephen Foster’s Antique Tractor and Engine Show will be held in White…