Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Two members of the Madison County High School Vaquero Guard were awarded some high honors this month. Flautist Layla Peavey and Tenor Saxophonist Abigail Saltares were accepted into the…
Madison’s Local Market approaches
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Dec. 9, there will be a Madison’s Local Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be craftsmen, farms, food trucks and many more vendors present….
Scam alert: Warrant scam returns
MCSO Contributor According to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), the “warrant scam” is circulating once again. Citizens are receiving phone calls from various numbers, from an individual identifying themselves as a…
Commissioners approve city manager’s contract
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison City Commission met on Tuesday, Nov. 14, with a relatively short agenda. After the citizen’s participation portion of the meeting, the commissioners approved Resolution No. 2023-5, which…
Burglary results in four-year sentence
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Nov. 20, Franklin McClamma, Jr., of Greenville, was sentenced to four years in the Department of Corrections, with 767 days credit for time served. He had his…
Greenville town manager fired
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During a contentious, three-hour-long meeting of the Greenville Town Council on Monday, Nov. 20, the council voted to terminate Lee Jones as the town’s manager. The decision came after…
Meth trafficker sentenced
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Nov. 20, in the Madison County Courthouse, Dean Joseph Forgione, of Madison, appeared in court on charges of trafficking methamphetamine. After being found guilty, Forgione was sentenced…
Best places to shop on Black Friday
Adam McMann, Wallethub Financial Writer Contributor Black Friday shopping is one of America’s most popular holiday traditions, but there’s always a bit of hassle involved. Traditionally, shoppers have to get up early,…
The beginning of Black Friday
Savannah Reams news@greenepublishing.com Black Friday is an annual occurrence that is popular among millions of U.S. citizens. Many go to bed early Thanksgiving night, with intentions of waking in the wee hours…
JMPHS FFA selling fruit baskets
Adyson Hammock news@greenepublishing.com For a limited time, the James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter will be selling fresh fruit baskets, which can be sent as a…
MCCS honors veterans during Veterans Day program
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Nov. 9, the Madison County Central School (MCCS) held a Veterans Day program, which began at 9 a.m. The Madison County High School (MCHS) Jazz Band performed…
Madison County Farm Bureau helps celebrate Farm/City Week
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Nov. 16, the Madison County branch of Florida Farm Bureau held a special dinner in celebration of Farm/City Week. Farm/City Week is celebrated the week before Thanksgiving…
Remember to look upward
One of the things I remember being taught in my childhood is the art of looking up. We would lay with our backs on green grass to see the sky. On our…
The Bridge receives commission
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Nov. 9, a large crowd was on hand for the commissioning service for The Bridge, a new church which officially begins services on Sunday, Jan. 7. However….
Cowboys swat Hornets
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Class 1R Region Three Semi-final, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys hosted the Hornets of Lafayette High School on Friday,…
How to get your kids cleaning
Adyson Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Having kids, especially little ones, is messy. Your home constantly being covered in clothes and toys is frustrating, but teaching your kids how important cleaning is can make a huge…
Suwannee Valley Humane Society visits the Madison Woman’s Club
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Nov. 9, the Madison Woman’s Club met for their monthly gathering. The club president, Debbie Tuckey, started the meeting by reminding the women there were many things…
Madison Church of God selling fruit cakes
Adyson Hammock news@greenepublishing.com The Madison Church of God is now selling fruit cakes, as the holidays are approaching. They can be picked up, or shipped to any of the 50 states for…
Masons enjoy a busy October
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison Masonic Lodge No. 11 began the busy month of October with their yearly observance of Jim Stanley Night on Monday, Oct. 9. This annual event honors Stanley…
Thanking God for His amazing love
What lies do we tell ourselves regarding our choices and the changes we need to make? How often do we choose to ignore one of the most important facts in God’s Word…