Savannah Reams editor@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Jan. 17, employees of the City of Madison and their families came together at the Senior Citizen Council of Madison County for an appreciation luncheon and ceremony….
Baynard, Peavey and Sheffield win Tropicana Speech
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Three Madison County students are moving forward to district competition in May after winning their local county Tropicana Speech finale on Thursday, Jan. 23. Proud mothers, fathers, grandparents, family…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Man’s best friend
My earliest memories include a dog always being somewhere in the mix of things. When I was four years old, there was our loyal and protective mutt, Smokey. He once rescued me…
Lee Bishop
Mr. Lee Comelander Bishop, Jr., age 82, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020, in Alachua County, Fla. Funeral Services were held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 27, at Beggs Funeral…
Barney Byington Jr.
Barney “Junior” Byington, Jr., age 74, passed away Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020, at his home in Greenville, Fla. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 26, at Beggs Funeral…
Purvis Kay Hamrick
Purvis Kay “P.K.” Hamrick, age 87, passed away Jan. 26, 2020, at his home on the family farm west of Greenville, Fla. He was born April 17, 1932, on the same farm…
Learning As I Go: Rip up the carpet
When my oldest was a toddler, I became pregnant with our second child. As winter turned to spring, we found ourselves in the midst of the biggest flea outbreak our home had…
Emerald’s Gem Box: A good attitude is something that can be managed and learned
So many times in life, we take such small incidents and we blow them up into what we believe to be huge, life-altering incidents. There are so many things that happen to…
David Dukes: Madison’s civil rights leader
Savannah Reams editor@greenepublishing.com As we celebrate the contributions of Martin Luther King Jr. this week, it’s important to reflect on those who followed in his footsteps and dedicated their lives to the…
Meet the “The Little Mermaid, Jr.” cast
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Over 50 talented cast members are prepared to take you “under the sea” as the Little Mermaid Jr. takes center stage today and Saturday, Jan. 24 and 25. This…
LONGTIME FHP DISPATCHER DIES
Jacob Bembry editor@greenepublishing.com Former Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) dispatcher Lee Bishop, 82, of Lee, died in a one-vehicle crash on Interstate 75 in Alachua County on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 22. Willis Crowder,…
Sherri Lynn Raker
Sherri Lynn Raker, age 51, died Monday, Jan. 20, 2020, in Tallahassee, Fla. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, at 4 p.m., on Jan. 25, at Faith Baptist Church, in…
From the sunny side: Seeing the finish line
Many of you know by now of the ordeal I have been experiencing since early November. For those who don’t, here’s the “Reader’s Digest” version of the story. On Friday, Nov. 8,…
Hannah Odiorne: changed by the presence of God
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Hannah Odiorne grew up in Madison as a “generational Christian.” Her long line of family ties to the church ensured that she knew all of the important facts about…
Coach Coe inducted into Hall of Fame
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Surrounded by family, friends, peers and former players, Madison County High School (MCHS) Head Football Coach and Athletic Director Mike Coe recently joined the 44th class to be inducted…
Chamber of Commerce holds January luncheon
Savannah Reams editor@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, Jan. 15, businesses and individuals came together for a monthly luncheon hosted by the Madison County Chamber of Commerce. This luncheon serves as a means for locals…
Learning As I Go: Stop Closing the Door
There are days where my world feels completely out of control. No matter what I do, I can’t seem to get a grip. I find myself grasping at straws simply trying to…
Emerald’s Gem Box: Happy Birthday, Brooke
Tuesday, Jan. 21, marked the 25th birthday of my daughter, Brooke … my “baby.” I was 25 years old when Brooke was born. My second child. We are not as “scared” with…
Fugitive loses game of hide and seek
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com After an approximate 50-minute search within the City of Madison, Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) deputies have arrested a Madison man. The self-proclaimed former BLOODS gang member fled into…
The Little Mermaid splashes into NFC Jan. 24-25
John Willoughby reporter2@greenepublishing.com Over 50 talented cast members are prepared to take you “under the sea” as the Little Mermaid Jr. takes center stage on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 24 and 25….