Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison Creative Arts Academy (MCAA), located at 622 NE Rocky Ford Rd., in Madison, recently held their annual Fall Festival. There were various festival booths/games for all the family…
School Related Employees honored
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com When most people think of a school, they probably automatically think about the teachers, probably an administrator or possibly a sports team or coach. That is natural, since those…
Cowboys Gameday: Vying for the Villages
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com As the games in the Rural Class football tournament dwindle down, the stakes only increase. Now, the tournament that started with 16 teams two weeks ago is now down…
Cheerleader Spotlight: Evelyn Boan
Evelyn Boan has been a cheerleader for four years and says doing stunts and being with friends are what she enjoys most about being a cheerleader. She says attending the Fellowship of…
Leigh Basford named Citizen of the Year
Madison County Emergency Management Director Leigh Basford was deservedly named Madison County’s Citizen of the Year during the recent Madison County Chamber of Commerce Best of Madison Awards Banquet. Pictured, from left…
Table is set for Community Thanksgiving Meal
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Timmy and Jenny Dyke and a host of volunteers are gearing up for the annual Community Thanksgiving Meal, set for tomorrow, Nov. 28, at the Senior Citizens Center, in…
Put the thanks back in Thanksgiving
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com It’s that wonderful time of the year when the leaves are turning (for some) and the sun is setting way too early. This lets us know the holidays are…
MCMH introduces new primary care medical office building
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Nov. 18, Madison County Memorial Hospital (MCMH) showcased their newest addition: a primary care medical office building. Madison County Hospital Health Systems, Inc. (MCHHS), the nonprofit managing…
Annexation sought for major development
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The conference room in City Hall was buzzing with activity for the City Commission meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 12, as residents were eager to hear details about a possible…
Learning As I Go: Thankful for the trials
There’s a verse in the New Testament that says to give thanks in all things. Sometimes I struggle with this verse. When hardships happen, the last thing on my mind is thankfulness. …
National Security: Border security
In the recent election, security of our southern border with Mexico was a huge concern to voters. Trump brought the issue up at every rally, interview and press conference. Next to the…
What are you most thankful for?
If you wrote down what you’re most thankful for, you could likely create a top 10 list. But, what if you drilled deep into your soul? Would you rewrite your list and…
55-Plus Club learns about fire safety
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular luncheon meeting of the 55-Plus Club, on Wednesday, Nov. 13, Madison Fire Department Chief Bruce Jordan spoke about fire safety. The topic is especially timely with…
Madison Fire Department seeks help to “Keep the Wreath Green”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com As a reminder for everyone to be aware of fire safety during the upcoming holiday season, City of Madison Fire Chief Bruce Jordan and his staff of firefighters will…
Community Calendar
Thursday, Nov. 28 Join the Edge of Town, located at 8289 E U.S. Hwy. 90, in Lee, for a night of Bingo from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Five games of three…
Turning pages, shaping futures with National Young Readers Week
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com Reading is important. This sentiment has been preached for decades, and every parent is told that reading to and with their children is important. It has a plethora of…
Busy Bee’s Giving Pump initiative supports local high school athletics
Danny Federico news@greenepublishing.com Busy Bee locations across North Central Florida are making it easy for residents to support their local high school athletic programs with every fuel purchase. Through the stations’ “Giving…
Madison Health and Rehab office manager retires
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison Health and Rehab has announced the retirement of long-time Business Office Manager Emma Collins, on Wednesday, Nov. 20. Collins began her career at Madison Health and Rehab in…
Chamber of Commerce celebrates the “Best of Madison”
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The 701 BC Venue and Brewery hosted the Madison County Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Best of Madison Awards Celebration and Made in Madison Silent Auction. This year’s program was…
Hidden hurricane damage
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Hurricane season lasts from the first of June through the last day in November. Sometimes, there can be tropical cyclone activity before or after these dates, but generally this…