Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com According to the equimanagement.com web site, a case of the mosquito-borne virus known as Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) has been confirmed in Madison County. The web site stated that…
Laura’s garden notes – Leaning into the heat
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com North Florida in July is hot. Even a brief, early morning session in the garden can turn one into a dripping mess. While perspiration is busy doing its main…
All about avocados
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com Avocados have just come into season in Florida, and they’ll continue to be available all summer as well as for many months beyond. Right now, avocados are easy to…
Lone star tick bites cause severe symptoms
Kenzie James news@greenepublishing.com A prevalent tick in northeast Florida has been found to spread numerous illnesses and diseases to humans, causing severe symptoms in patients after tick bites. The Center for Disease…
Political forum planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com In an effort to help the voters of Madison County become more informed about the local candidates seeking political office, Greene Publishing, Inc. will be hosting a political forum….
Rabies alert issued
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Florida Department of Health (DOH) has issued a rabies health alert for Jefferson, Madison and Taylor Counties. This alert comes in response to a confirmed case of the…
Don’t fall for the “missing child” scam
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com There is yet another scam making its way across the social media world. This time, it seems to have taken an even more sinister turn. According to Madison County…
School consolidation: Supt. Shirley Joseph makes her recommendation
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Ahead of an expected final decision by the Madison County District School Board on Monday, July 15, Madison County Superintendent of Schools Shirley Joseph has made her recommendation on…
Boyz to Kings nominated for “Best of Florida”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Fresh on the heels of winning a “Best of Florida” designation in the area of Family Services, Boyz to Kings, Inc. is once again nominated for the distinction. Published…
Local races set
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com With the qualifying deadline to run for local office having passed, the local races for several county and city seats are set. With some races only having one political…
From the Sunny Side: Colloquialisms
Over the close to eight years now that we have been enjoying our weekly visits, I have had some people make suggestions on possible topics of discussion here. I enjoy those hints…
The Game of Life: College Edition Joy in the little things
This summer has been filled with various adventures, coaching, schoolwork and many memories made with friends. One of those memories came on Tuesday of this week when my lifting partners and I…
Passing Parade: Summer forecast: it’s hot and getting hotter
Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist July, 1936, was a barn burner. It was a heat wave, pushing temperatures to 100 degrees in Illinois and 120 degrees as far north as North Dakota,…
Warning to Bible Teachers
Teaching is a wonderful thing. Helping other people learn information or a skill brings great satisfaction. However, James gives a warning to teachers, especially Bible teachers, in James 3:1. James says, “Let…
James Darrell Reaves
James Darrell Reaves passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, July 6, 2024, in Nashville, Ga. He was born on July 31, 1955, at Pineview Hospital, in Valdosta, Ga. He was…
James Walter Sanders
James Walter Sanders, 80, of Lee, Fla., passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. James was born October 20, 1943 in Talladega, Ala. He was a 20-year and eight…
Summer carnival planned
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Gospel Train Outreach Ministry will be hosting a fun summer carnival on Saturday, July 13, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. There will be fun and food for…
Wild Adventures named one of the most affordable parks in the U.S.
Wild Adventures Contributor Wild Adventures Theme Park is proud to announce its recent accolade as the fourth most affordable park in the U.S., according to HomeToGo’s 2024 U.S. Summer Travel Survey….
The Importance of a Mid-Year Financial Review – It is not just a routine task, but a strategic necessity to align with your goals
As we reach the halfway mark of the year, it’s a prime opportunity to assess your financial planning goals and review your investment portfolio. This mid-year check-in is essential for ensuring that…
Rotarians hear from Chamber Director
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison Rotary Club on Wednesday, July 3, the members heard a presentation from Madison County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Director Jennifer Poore….