Emma Witmer Greene Publishing, Inc. While you may not have them off from work or printed on your refrigerator calendar, hundreds of national holidays exist; several take place each day! Many of…
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Police Eat Free Day a success
Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo By Ashley Hunter, July 20, 2016 For several days leading up to Wednesday, July 20, Norris Cafe, located on Range St., had announced that they were hosting a…
What is Christmas in July?
Ashley Hunter Greene Publishing, Inc. Who doesn’t love Christmas? The crackling of the fire as stuffed stockings dangle on the mantle, the crisp smell of the season, the hot cocoa, the music…
Where did the roads get their names?
Emma Witmer Greene Publishing, Inc. Have you ever wondered where your road got its name? In the early 1990’s, the Madison County Addressing Office went through the county regulating road names and…
July 20 is National Moon Day!
Emma Witmer Greene Publishing, Inc. While you may not have them off from work or printed on your refrigerator calendar, hundreds of national holidays exist; several take place each day! Many of…
Chuck Roberson to hold local concert
Ashley Hunter Greene Publishing, Inc. On Saturday, August 20, at 7 p.m., Soul/R&B artist Chuck Roberson will be in performance at the Madison Senior Citizens Center. Roberson was born in Augustus, Ga.,…
Concealed Carry Weapons Class to be held Saturday, July 23
Story Submitted The Madison County Sheriff’s Office will be facilitating its next Concealed Carry Weapons class on Saturday, July 23. The National Rifle Association (N.R.A.) First Steps Pistol course is the foundation…
Adoptables: Smokey and Boots
Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo By Ashley Hunter, July 7, 2016 Smokey is two years and two months old. He may be a bit shy when you first meet him, but give Smokey…
Doug Craw finishes trip
Ashley Hunter Greene Publishing, Inc. Douglas “Doug” Craw has been trekking across the United States since April 9. During that time, he has encountered people, animals, climates and absolutely everything else; but…
Summer comedy to play at Main Street Playhouse
Story Submitted Hollywood is all a buzz in 1939 when legendary movie producer David O. Selznick halts production of “Gone With the Wind.” The screenplay is just not working, so Selznick summons…
Capital City Bank to host Business after Hours
Emerald G. Parsons Greene Publishing, Inc. The Madison County Chamber of Commerce would like to announce the upcoming third gathering of its new monthly business networking event, “Business After Hours,” on Tuesday, July…
MCSO’s 5th Annual Youth Adventure Camp approaching
Story Submitted The Madison County Sheriff’s Office will be holding their 5th Annual Youth Adventure Camp for 2016. They are planning on holding the camp from Friday, July 25 through Monday, July…
July 13 is National French Fry Day!
While you may not have them off from work or printed on your refrigerator calendar, hundreds of national holidays exist; several take place each day! Many of these holidays were created in…
Madison met its candidates at Four Freedoms Park
Photo Submitted On Saturday, June 25, a voter education event was held at Four Freedoms Park to give voters the opportunity to meet the local candidates. In the front row, pictured, from…
Bay Scallops
Background Historically, bay scallops occurred in Florida from West Palm Beach on the Atlantic coast, to Pensacola in the state’s northwest corner. In recent decades, however, their range has decreased considerably. Although…
Four local seniors are invited to Tri-County Youth Tour
From Saturday, June 11, to Thursday, June 16, four local high school seniors attended the Tri-County Youth Tour, sponsored by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). In attendance were the following…
MCHS cheerleaders to host cheer camp
The Madison County High School Junior Varsity and Varsity cheerleaders will be hosting a cheer camp for girls in Pre-K through 8th grade on Monday, July 11; Tuesday, July 12 and Wednesday,…
4-H offers day camps for youth
Are you looking for adventure this summer? Look no further! Madison County 4-H offers a variety of camps over the summer for youth between the ages of eight and 18. Peanut Butter…
Madison County EMS, serving our area for nearly 45 years!
When someone needs emergency medical attention, 911 is called, but who does 911 call? Whenever there is an emergency in our area, Madison County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are called to the…
What the Greenville Public Library has to offer!
The Greenville Public Library, located at 312 SW Church Ave., in Greenville, in the old Farmers and Merchants Bank building, is quickly becoming a hub of learning, opportunity and community for the…