Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Preparing to welcome a new life into the world is an exciting time. There are seemingly a thousand things to do and get ready for and it seems as…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Crazy as a sprayed roach
When I couldn’t find the perfect toy to play with, I turned my attention to whatever insects or creepy crawlers I could find. It never took very long to find a multi-legged…
Cowboys still atop district standings
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Despite a pair of tough losses over the last two weeks, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys varsity basketball team remains at the top of the Class 1A,…
January is Blood Donor Awareness Month
Kathrine Alderman news@greenepublishing.com During winter, bad weather can often cause blood drives to be canceled, and spikes in illnesses, such as the flu, can cause many people who would otherwise donate blood…
Loma Ray Chandler celebrates 90th birthday
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison resident, Loma Ray Chandler, celebrated her 90th birthday in style on Tuesday, Jan. 5. Her daughter, Peggy Carter, traveled from her home in California to help make sure…
Latasha Lashay Miller McQuay (1971-2021)
Latasha Lashay Miller McQuay, 49, was the daughter of James Tyson and Linda Miller. She was a lifelong resident of Madison, Fla., and a 1989 graduate of Jefferson County High School, in…
Mary Ann Jackson (1959-2021)
Mother Mary Ann Jackson, 61, of Zellwood, Fla., was born on March 2, 1959 and by God’s Divine will, she crossed from this walk of life on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2021. Celebration…
Eloise Merritt Hazzard
Eloise Merritt Hazzard, 77, of Madison, Fla., transitioned from this life into eternal rest on Friday, Jan. 22, 2021, in Valdosta, Ga. She will surely be missed, but her family takes comfort…
Julie Christina Albritton
Julie Christina Albritton, age 48, died Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at Capital Regional Medical Center. She was born in Madison, Fla., on Oct. 30, 1972, to Ansel and Sharon Albritton. She lived…
Jerome Lee Wright (1966-2021)
Jerome Lee Wright, 54, of Monticello, Fla., gladly answered when the master called him from earthly time to time eternal, on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021. Graveside Life Services, with full U.S. Marine…
Learning As I Go: It’s not my vineyard
King Ahab and his Queen, Jezebel, were infamous for so many terrible actions. This week, I was reminded of one of those. It was when Ahab looked out of his palace and…
Emerald’s Gem Box: Judgment Day
Judgment Day – it will happen, one day, for each and every one of us. The question each one of us needs to ask ourselves is, “What will be written in MY…
FHP troopers awarded
Deidre Myers news@greenepublishing.com The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) works in troops throughout the State of Florida. In the areas of Madison and Jefferson Counties are troopers from Troop H. Most of the…
MCHS Cowgirls softball team plans fundraisers
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls softball team is raising funds for uniforms, equipment and other expenses needed for the upcoming season. The team is still looking for…
Way Back When
Jan. 20, 1961 Clayton W. Jones, Jr., of Madison, is among twelve students at the Duke University of Law School, who have been announced as recipients of Law School Scholarships. Mr. and…
North Florida Livestock Show cancels Kick Off Dinner
Alyssa Ridenour reporter@greenepublishing.com The North Florida Livestock Show’s (NFLS) Kickoff Dinner was originally scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 21. However, due to the number of people expected, the extension office has cancelled the…
A trip down memory lane: Family isn’t always blood
I was four years old when I met her for the first time — my now step mama, who I simply call “mama.” I’m here today to tell everyone that Disney was…
From the sunny side: New technology and old TV shows
I generally am not one to boast about my Christmas gifts; or rather not since I’ve become an adult. I know that last statement could elicit more than just a little bit…
Major water project planned for Madison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During their regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 12, the Madison City Commission voted on a resolution that paves the way for a massive, $4.8 million, water system upgrade. David…
Strickland releases new single
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison native, Tara Strickland, released a new single, “My Hope,” on Friday, Jan.1. Strickland is a contemporary Christian artist who also works full-time as an independent contractor, ER Nurse…