IRS Contributor The Internal Revenue Service announced on Tuesday, Oct. 1, tax relief for individuals and businesses in parts of Florida that were affected by Hurricane Helene that began on Monday, Sept….
Learning As I Go: Reconnecting
I’ve had the privilege of reconnecting with two old friends this week. I was asked to speak at a retreat, and I knew my friend from high school lived nearby, so I…
National Security: Amendment
I have been offline for several weeks thanks to illness and the hurricane. Like most of you, I have been struggling with the cleanup from Helene that struck three weeks ago. I…
What is it like being a pastor or a pastor’s wife?
What is it like to walk in your pastors’ shoes? Does being your pastor bring them joy? Or does it make them groan? Hebrews 13:17 (ESV) says, “Obey your leaders and submit to…
CareerSource North Florida hosts Business After Hours
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Sept. 17, the local CareerSource North Florida office hosted the Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours mixer. Several local men and women took advantage of the opportunity…
Rotarians hear about Madison Correctional Institution
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, Sept. 18, the Rotarians heard a program from Amelia Hill, Warden at Madison Correctional Institution (MCI). Hill talked…
Madison FFA alumni hold bream fishing tournament
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Future Farmers of America (FFA) Alumni recently held a bream fishing tournament on Saturday, Sept. 21, with the weigh-in at 3 p.m. First place winners were Travis…
It’s Peanut Butter Challenge time
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com October is the middle of peanut season in Florida, and there’s no better time for the annual Peanut Butter Challenge. Each year, the UF/IFAS Extension service joins forces with…
Allen Chapel hosts health fair
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church is hosting the Octoberfest Health Fair on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.The topic of the fair is “weathering the storm,” and…
BullPen hosts halloween party
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Edge of Town, located at 8289 E U.S. Hwy, in Lee, will host a Halloween party on Saturday, Oct. 26, starting at 7 p.m. There will be food,…
Cowboy cheerleaders hosting cheer camp
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) junior varsity and varsity cheerleaders will be hosting a cheer camp for youngsters in Pre-K through eighth grade. The camp will take place…
Panthers volleyball strikes the Broncos
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Creative Arts Academy (MCAA) Lady Panthers and the Madison County Central School (MCCS) Bronco volleyball teams met for a match against each other on Tuesday, Sept. 17,…
Cowgirls finish successful volleyball season
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com With so many schools being disrupted due to Hurricane Milton, the Florida High School Athletic Association made the decision to run volleyball rankings and release District Tournament brackets on…
Welding is key to our economy, new program opens at North Florida College
North Florida College Contributor The demand for the welding profession is growing and the need for trained, skilled employees is critical. Recognizing that professional welders are needed to fulfill current and future…
Widows’ meeting rescheduled
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The monthly widow’s gathering at The Bridge will not meet on the usual third Tuesday this month because of scheduling conflicts. The widows and widowers will meet on Tuesday,…
Who Do You Believe?
When my son was younger, he learned how to cleverly wind my husband into a frenzy. He knew what buttons to push, the information to present, and how to remain believable in…
Madison Church of God cancels annual Pumpkin Patch
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Recently, Madison Church of God, located at 771 NE Colin Kelly Hwy., in Madison, cancelled their annual Pumpkin Patch due to Hurricane Helene. Although, Madison Church of God is…
It’s time to show your boss some love
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Wednesday, Oct. 16, is Boss’ Day, which has sometimes been criticized for causing employees to kowtow to their employers in order to stay in their good graces. However, the…
Six Boss’ Day ideas to show your appreciation
quantumworkplace.com Contributor 1. Sign a team card Showing appreciation doesn’t have to be complicated. Keep it simple and old school with a heartfelt card signed by the whole team. 2. Give a…
City Manager Jerome Wyche retires
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com During the meeting of the Madison City Commission on Tuesday, Oct. 8, City Manager Jerome Wyche announced he would be retiring when his contract ends in December. He agreed…