Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com For the Simmons family, you can find veterans in every generation. They have a rich legacy of dedication and service to their country that continues today. Veterans Day is…
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Ghouls and goblins grab the goods on Halloween
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Range Avenue, in Madison, was flooded with some ghoulish-looking characters and plenty of cute kids adorned as their favorite characters on Halloween night, Tuesday, Oct. 31. The local businesses…
Town of Greenville hosts fall festival
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Sunday, Nov. 5, Greenville residents of all ages gathered together at Tracy Stephens Park for a fun fall festival. Among the activities enjoyed by those attending were rides,…
Chick Chain winners announced
Madison County Extension Agent Beth Moore Contributor Thirty-five 4-H members and 48 laying hens from four counties converged on the Madison County Agricultural Center on Thursday, Oct. 19, for the Fifth Annual…
How to save money on your electricity bill this winter
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Colder weather is rapidly approaching, and with it, a new set of challenges for the Florida homeowner. There are many things homeowners can do to prepare their house for…
Madison Rotary Club hosts successful Prime Rib Dinner
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com One of the most significant fundraising efforts of the Madison Rotary Club each year has become a Madison tradition. On Thursday, Oct. 26, the local service club hosted their…
Best management practices training class offered
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Dec. 1, a Green Industry Best Management Practices Training Class will be offered in Perry, Fla. Taught by UF/IFAS extension agents, this class will cover topics such…
Madison County Youth Bassmasters hold another tournament
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Oct. 21, the Madison County Youth Bassmasters held another Jr. Division tournament at Cherry Lake. There were trophies and prizes for first, second, third and Big Fish. …
Judge refuses to block higher-ed restrictions
News Service Florida Contributor A federal judge has refused to issue a preliminary injunction against a new state law that prohibits instruction on certain topics in “general education core courses” at state…
Long-Term Care Awareness Month
Adyson Hammock reporter@greenepublishing.com Long-term care, which is a familiar term to many Americans, is when a caregiver or caregivers watch over an individual in order to help them with everyday tasks and…
Tractor Supply Co. holds Grand Opening
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Oct. 14, the new Tractor Supply Co. store held its Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting. The store opened it doors to customers earlier in the week with many…
Free financial workshop offered
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Greater Life Resource Center, in Madison, will be hosting a free financial services workshop on Saturday, Nov. 4, starting at 12 p.m. Derrick Farmer, a Licensed Mortgage Broker…
55-Plus Club to hear about K-9s
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When the local 55-Plus Club meets for their monthly luncheon meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 8, those present will hear a program by Chris O’Brian, Founder and CEO of Forgotten…
MCSO Animal Spotlight
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com This week’s Madison County Sheriff Office (MCSO) Animal Service spotlight is on two siblings. These two pups are a brother and sister pair named Bonnie and Clyde. They are…
AMERICAN PICKERS plans to film in Florida
Cineflix Productions Contributor The American Pickers are excited to return to Florida! They plan to film episodes of the History Channel hit television series throughout your area in Jan. 2024. American Pickers…
Business Summit scheduled
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com The Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce invites local individuals, businesses and entrepreneurs to attend a Business Summit on Tuesday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at…
The origins of Halloween
Hannah Kolstad news@greenepublishing.com Halloween is the second largest holiday in the U.S., with only Christmas grossing more popularity. It represents a time of the year when children and adults alike can be…
Madison County Sheriff’s Office offers Halloween safety tips
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com With the Halloween holiday right around the corner, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) reminds all potential ghosts, gremlins, goblins and their parents of important safety tips to keep…
Crowds come out for Founder’s Day
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Saturday, Oct. 21 was a beautiful day to take in the sights, sounds and smells of the 32nd Annual Founder’s Day at Hickory Grove United Methodist Church. The crowds…
Wild Adventures holds events
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Wild Adventures invites you to the last weekend of the Great Pumpkin LumiNights. From Friday, Oct. 27 to Sunday, Oct. 29, Wild Adventures offers for your family to explore…