Many times in this column space, I write about history and biblical topics. Our heritage is frequently forgotten, overlooked, ignored or falsely altered. I try my best to set the record straight….
Learning As I Go: Thanksgiving
As Thanksgiving approaches, my mind is filled with memories from childhood. Every Thanksgiving Thursday, we alternated years between grandparents. Then the Friday afterward, we went to the other grandparent’s home. My dad’s…
Lawmakers target school regulations
Ryan Dailey, News Service Florida Contributor Florida lawmakers are looking at ways to take some regulations off the books for public schools. The Senate Education Pre-K-12 Committee and the House Education Quality…
It’s that time again: Write your letters to Santa Claus
John Willoughby news@greenepublishing.com We are pleased to announce that the time to submit letters to Santa Claus is here once again! That’s right, jolly ole St. Nicholas is waiting to hear from…
Deadline for assistance is approaching
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) reminds everyone that the deadline to apply for a disaster loan is Wednesday, Nov. 29. This includes businesses of all sizes, private non-profit…
Greenville meeting delayed
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Once everyone arrived at the Greenville Community Center for the regular monthly meeting of the Greenville Town Council on Monday, Nov. 13, those prepared for the meeting were informed…
MCCS Broncos have a memorable season
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Central School (MCCS) Broncos football team had one of the best seasons in many years this year, topping it off with a conference Co-Championship. Despite facing…
Multiple charges result in two-year prison sentence
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com Calvin Dennis Scott of Greenville, Fla., received judgement in three criminal cases on Monday, Oct. 9. Scott had been charged on Dec. 9, 2020, with DUI, Leaving the Scene…
How do you cook your turkey?
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com With Thanksgiving right around the corner, many are probably wondering just how to prepare the “main event” of most Thanksgiving tables. There are many ways one may prepare one’s…
Thanksgiving dinner: Then and now
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When one thinks of Thanksgiving dinner, the vision of a plump, roasted (sometimes deep fried) turkey, along with dressing, a few vegetables, perhaps some potatoes and plenty of pies,…
Cowboys GameDay: The “second season” begins
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The sweat and grind of July now has a chance for its payoff. Those grueling workouts during the hot and humid summer months were undergone with the cooler nights…
Local martial artists compete in tournament
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Nov. 4, a group of youngsters called the “Rising Warriors” from Madison, traveled to Gainesville, Fla., to compete in the Ninth Annual Kickin’ It Martial Arts Tournament….
Warriors gig Gators
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It was something that had not happened since many of the players’ parents were children. It was something that many had said could not be done. But, on Friday,…
MCHS Cowgirls selling pre-paid game passes
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls basketball team will be selling pre-paid passes to their games. The cost is $60 for 13 games. This amounts to receiving free…
MCCS holds awards day for the first nine weeks
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Oct. 27, Madison County Central School (MCCS) held an awards day for all of its elementary and middle school students. Principal Amanda Brown awarded the elementary students…
The vital role of parent and family involvement in childhood education
Angela Rodgers Contributor When it comes to early childhood education, the involvement of parents and families plays a crucial role in shaping a child’s educational journey. This active participation isn’t just beneficial,…
Town of Lee holds “little but proud” celebration
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Nov. 4, the Town of Lee’s Lee Day Committee held their annual Lee Day from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., behind City Hall, located at 286 NE…
Jail Report
Florida’s Sunshine Law provides for the publication of minors’ names when they are charged with a felony. All persons charged with a crime are innocent until proven guilty in a court of…
Help a family in need with Christmas Giving Tree
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com If you are a family in need of a little extra help this holiday season, Junior Auxiliary and The Hair Parlor would like to help you by providing gifts…
From the sunny side: Always thankful
I saw a sign in a local eating establishment that said (and I may be paraphrasing here), “There is always a reason to be thankful.” As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I…