Do you have a trustworthy person or a small group of people with whom you can transparently share your struggles? Or is the thought of being accountable regarding your choices (especially your…
Mary Evelyn Norris
Mary Evelyn Norris, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 2, in Madison, Fla. Mary was born March 16, 1938, in Madison, Fla. and was a lifelong resident of Madison County. She…
Madison Youth Soccer holding a back to school bash
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Youth Soccer league is raising money for the expansion and renovation of their fields. They are holding a Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 3, at…
Be aware of sexual abuse – Know the facts
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. Every nine minutes, that victim is a child. These startling statistics are compiled every five years by RAINN.org, also known as…
Music around the world held at Madison Public Library
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Anna Stange recently held a Music Around the World event at the Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison, on Tuesday, June 25, at 10:30 a.m. …
Suwannee River Water Management District receives national award
Kenzie James news@greenepublishing.com The Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) received a national award last week, recognizing its flood risk review last year. The SRWMD received the 2024 Outreach Award last week…
McFall and Wilhoite become Master Masons
Madison’s Masonic Lodge No. 11 recently celebrated with Chris McFall and Anthony Wilhoite as they earned their Master Mason certification. Pictured, from left to right, are Jim Hastings, Chris McFall, Anthony Wilhoite…
Ford recalls over 550,000 pickup trucks
WVTM 13 Contributor Ford is recalling more than 550,000 pickup trucks in the U.S. because the transmissions can unexpectedly downshift to first gear, no matter how fast the trucks are going. The…
The good, the bad and the ugly: “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes”
Introduction: “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” was released to American audiences on Friday, May 10. It is the tenth film from the entire Planet of the Apes franchise, and the…
Lighthouse Christian Center announces event with Clay Dyer
Kenzie James news@greenepublishing.com Lighthouse Christian Center announced they are hosting an event in July with bass angler Clay Dyer. Dyer will be at the Lighthouse Christian Center in Mayo, Fla. on Saturday,…
First Baptist Church of Madison holds successful VBS
Adyson Hammock news@greenepublishing.com From Monday, June 17, until Friday, June 21, the First Baptist Church (FBC) of Madison held their annual summer Vacation Bible School (VBS). Each evening, beginning at 5:30 p.m.,…
Hurricane Fact or Fiction: Know the difference to better protect your home
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Hurricane season officially began on Saturday, June 1, and ends Saturday, Nov. 30. The 2024 hurricane season is expected to be well above average in regards to activity level,…
Guide for laundry stain removal
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Have you ever had a stubborn stain that just would not come out? Here are some hacks to use if you find your favorite shirt has a new stain….
Madison students attend FSU Summer Music Camp
Adyson Hammock news@greenepublishing.com From Sunday, June 23 until Saturday, June 29, several members of the Madison County High School (MCHS) Vaquero Guard attended the Florida State University (FSU) Senior High Band Camp….
VSU announces Spring 2024 graduates
Valdosta State University Contributor Valdosta State University is proud to announce the members of its graduating class of Spring 2024. This includes the following area residents: Autumn Burnett, of Madison, has earned…
The NEW Front Porch Is Here
Emerald Greene emerald@greenepublishing.com It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the July/August 2024 issue of The Front Porch magazine. The new issue has been mailed out and subscribers…
Swamp suspect apprehended
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor Madison County Sheriff David Harper reports that on Monday, July 1, at 12:19 p.m., deputies from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) responded to the Deerwood Inn…
MCSO Animal Services receives recognition
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor Madison County Sheriff David Harper and the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) Animal Services Division is honored to be recognized by the Best Friend’s Animal Society by…
Madison Babe Ruth 12U team places third in state
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Babe Ruth 12U Allstars baseball team went 3-2 during the State Tournament, held from Thursday, June 27, through Sunday, June 30, in Jacksonville Beach, Fla. Against…
New fire station in the works for Lee
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Thanks to a generous appropriation from the Florida State Legislature, Madison County will be receiving another fire station, which will be located in Lee, in the western part of…