Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls varsity softball team paid tribute to the seniors on the team in the best possible way, with a big, 12-2 win over…
The Boston News-Letter’s legacy
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com Newspapers like the one you’re reading today play a valuable role in society. They keep citizens informed on the happenings of their community and the world around them. They…
Lock it or lose it: tips on how to avoid car robbery
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com There is no way to predict when a crime will be committed. What’s worse is that there is also no way to predict with 100 percent certainty who a…
Is your vehicle a security threat?
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com No one in their right mind would willingly give private or personal information to someone they knew wanted to harm them, but many citizens may not realize that they…
Get ready for the 44th Annual Down Home Days celebration
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County has celebrated Down Home Days for 44 years, with various events the family can enjoy. Down Home Days festivities will kick off on Wednesday with a Night…
MCRAI acquires Madison County Training School property
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison County Recreation Association, Inc. (MCRAI) recently acquired the 18 acres of land that makes up the former Madison County Training School, located at 1268 SW Martin Luther King…
Blue green algae suspected in Cherry Lake
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Health Department has issued an advisory cautioning people of the possible presence of blue green algae in Cherry Lake. People are urged to exercise caution around…
Warrant/citation scam alert arises
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Another scam attempt has been reported to be circulating in Madison County. The scammer calls and identifies themself as Sgt. Josh Harris of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). …
City approves contract for magistrate
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Madison City Commission met on Tuesday, April 8, approving a contract for a magistrate to preside over code enforcement issues as they arise. Lake City Attorney Michael James…
Letter to the Editor
Dear Madison County, Eleven years ago, you welcomed a family who had just moved in from Alabama, where we were pastors. You welcomed a family that was outsiders. However, you immediately opened…
Keith Ian Postell
Keith Ian Postell, 71 of Greenville, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. He was born on July 15, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York. Keith had a love for music, photography and…
Madison County Strong receives large grant
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Friday, March 21, Madison County Strong Long-Term Recovery Group, a local organization dedicated to helping Madison County residents recover from the devastating effects of the three hurricanes that…
MCSO participates in torch run
Several members of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) made their way through Downtown Madison as part of the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run to help raise awareness and funds for the…
American Legion flags soon to fly at courthouse
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The American Legion Post 224, in Cherry Lake, will again be placing American flags around the Madison County Courthouse from Memorial Day (Monday, May 26) through Independence Day. Sponsorship…
Forgotten Coast K9 receives support
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com As an example of the sort of nation-wide support Madison-based Forgotten Coast K9 has received, the local non-profit recently received $2,000 from an Elks Lodge in the St. Louis,…
Kiwanians take trip down memory lane
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com The Kiwanis Club of Madison was honored with a special guest at their meeting on Thursday, April 10. Norm McDonald was on hand to give the group a historical…
Too much of a good thing
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Any homeowner wants a pleasant-looking front yard, with a nice, healthy lawn and perhaps a few bordering bushes, trees and blooms to really welcome people in. It’s hard to…
MCAA Panthers wrap up their baseball and softball seasons
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Creative Arts Academy (MCAA) softball and baseball teams recently wrapped up their seasons. Here’s a few stats and photos from games. The MCAA Lady Panthers softball team…
MCHS holds successful 2025 prom
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Madison County High School (MCHS) held their prom on Saturday, April 12 in the school’s cafeteria. This year’s prom theme was inspired by the movie “Alice in Wonderland,” and…
MCHS Betas garner awards at state convention Five two’s in two five (2025)
Contributor From Thursday, Jan. 9, through Saturday, Jan. 11, 21 Madison County High School (MCHS) Beta Club members attended and participated in competitions at the Annual Florida State Beta Club Convention. The…