Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Former Madison County High School (MCHS) baseball standout Blaydon Plain has recently signed to continue his baseball and academic career in Tallahassee with the Florida State University (FSU) Seminoles. …
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Rabies alert still in effect
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Department of Health reminds everyone that the current rabies alert is still in effect. Citizens should be especially vigilant with the recent storm, which may increase…
Be aware of the Duke Energy scam
MCSO Contributor A scam attempt has been reported to be circulating in Madison County again. The scammer calls and identifies themself as an employee of Duke Energy. The scammer may call from…
Blue-green algae spotted in Cherry Lake
Lisa Hayes Contributor The Madison County Health Department (DOH-Madison) is cautioning people about the presence of blue-green in Cherry Lake. Water testing is currently underway. Blue-green algae have the potential to produce…
Clerk of Courts decision made
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In a hearing before the Hon. Melissa Olin, on Thursday, July 25, a decision was made on a request for a temporary injunction sought by the attorney representing current…
Ground broken on new fire station
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Thanks to $850,000 in funding from the Florida legislature, Madison County will have a new fire station on Dale Leslie Drive, near Lee, close to Interstate 10. On Wednesday,…
Madison County High School grade released
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com After the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) initially released an “I” grade for Madison County High School (MCHS), the FDOE has now updated their list and have announced that…
Don’t miss the Back to School Sales Tax Holiday
Kenzie James news@greenepublishing.com Perhaps one of the more well-known sales tax holidays, the Back to School Sales Tax Holiday is from Monday, July 29 to Sunday, Aug. 11. Tax-exempted items during this…
Floridians with special needs eligible for additional assistance during hurricane
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Floridians with special needs are eligible to receive additional assistance during a hurricane. This statewide registry provides residents the ability to connect with their counties and provides valuable information…
Florida’s population passes 23 million
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Florida’s population crossed the 23 million mark due to the increased number of people moving from other states. As of April 1 of this year, Florida had 29,002,597 residents,…
Florida becomes first state to ban lab-grown meat
Kenzie James news@greenepublishing.com Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on May 1 prohibiting the sale of lab-grown meat in Florida, making Florida the first U.S. state to ban cultivated meat and…
Florida driver’s license numbers changing
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to help better protect personal information, numbers on Florida Driver’s Licenses will be changing, effective Wednesday, July 31. Those seeking a new, renewed or replacement license…
Local Badcock stores to undergo major rebranding
Alexa Duarte reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Rumors around town and on social media have been about the local Badcock stores and if they will be closing. Riverbend News has been in contact with local Badcock…
County sets tentative millage rate
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, July 24, the commissioners approved the tentative millage rate for the county. The rate approved…
Interim Greenville Town Manager resigns
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Citing a desire to spend more time with family, Interim Greenville Town Manager Ed Dean has resigned. Dean announced his resignation during the regular Greenville Town Council meeting on…
Madison man sentenced for animal cruelty and credit card fraud
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During felony court proceedings on Monday, July 22, Ladarius McQuay, 28, of Madison was sentenced to one year and a day in prison on charges of credit card fraud…
United Methodist holds fundraiser
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The United Methodist Cooperative Ministries of Madison County is holding a fundraiser for their United Methodist Cooperative Ministries on Saturday, Aug. 3, at 5 p.m. at the United Methodist…
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Emerald Greene emerald@greenepublishing.com Local news plays a vital role in American civic life as a trusted source of critical information. It is a fact that local newspapers serve a vital role by…
Wet weather leads to wreck
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), on Friday, July 19, at 5:11 p.m., a two-vehicle wreck took place on Interstate 10 (I-10) near mile marker…
MCSO issues another scam alert
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Another scam attempt has been reported to be circulating in Madison County. The scammer calls and identifies themself as Sheriff David Harper of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO)….