Emerald G. Parsons 2017 is here! Wow, time flies! I don’t have many complaints with 2016. Things went pretty well for me, I think. My biggest news of 2016? My daughter, Brooke,…
Jumping for joy, I’m cancer free
Rick Patrick, Greene Publishing, Inc. For the family of young Catherine “Cat” Maultsby; Christmas of 2016 will be one that will never be forgotten. Amidst all the music and decorations that normally…
Hospital requests loan forgiveness
Rick Patrick, Greene Publishing, Inc. During the regular scheduled meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Dec. 14, the commissioners were presented with a request from the Madison…
Positive year for CareerSource North Florida
Rick Patrick, Greene Publishing, Inc. According to the annual report for CareerSource North Florida, the local office continues to be of great assistance not only to those seeking employment, but also to…
Roll-over on Christmas Day
Photo Courtesy Of R&R Event Pros Erica Drake lost control of her Nissan Utility vehicle causing her to crash into another vehicle and overturn, on Christmas Day. She was transported by Madison…
Two car crash results in DUI charges
Photo Courtesy Of R&R Event Pros This 2015 Honda was determined to have crashed into the rear-end of a Ford Explorer after neither slowing down nor applying brakes, to avoid the…
Semi rear-ends car
Photo Courtesy Of R&R Event Pros According to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) reports, a Kenmore semi-truck rear-ended a Toyota Camry, sending two to the local hospital, on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 11:45…
FDLE arrests Tallahassee man for child pornography
Shawn Patrick Fair Story Submitted Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested Shawn Patrick Fair, 48, of Tallahassee, on 10…
The lucky black eyed pea
Rick Patrick, Greene Publishing, Inc. For many people throughout the south, the traditional New Year’s Day meal has changed little over the years. Black eyed peas, greens (turnips, collards, mustards, and in…
MCI provides warmth this winter
Carole Mitchell, Greene Publishing, Inc. The Florida Department of Corrections along with local law enforcement agencies invited the community to a free jacket give away on Tuesday, Dec. 13 in Greenville’s Haffye…
Holiday bake-off at Smith Mansion a success
Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo By Rick Patrick, December 18, 2016 The historic Smith Mansion was the site of the 2nd Annual Holiday Bake-off and Reception. Volunteers, judges and winners pictured on the…
Joseph O’Neal McLeod
On Christmas Day of 2016, Joseph O’Neal McLeod passed away unexpectedly in his home in Madison, Fl., at the age of 61. He was born on Jan. 1, 1955 to the late…
William Franklin Gardner, Jr., Ed.D.
William Franklin Gardner, Jr. died at the age of 78 following a short illness on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016 at Madison County Memorial Hospital. He had three great loves in his life: …
Ironhead Gallon named to All SunBelt Conference Team
Rick Patrick, Greene Publishing, Inc. Former Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboy standout Deshawntee “Ironhead” Gallon has been named to the first team All SunBelt Conference Team for the 2016 football season….
The history of… Madison County Tornadoes
Rick Patrick, Greene Publishing, Inc. In the 54 years from 1958 through 2012 Madison County had a total of 16 reported tornadoes. This is a relatively small number compared to counties like…
County commission considers jail issues
Rick Patrick, Greene Publishing, Inc. At the regular scheduled meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Dec. 14, the commissioners heard about maintenance issues facing the county jail….
City to help fund new server
Rick Patrick, Greene Publishing, Inc. In a special called meeting of the Madison City Commissioners on Tuesday, Dec. 6, the Commissioners voted to help fund a new primary USA software server, which…
Cowboys named to All Big-Bend team
Rick Patrick, Greene Publishing, Inc. Several players of the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys football team have garnered postseason honors. According to MCHS Head Coach Mike Coe, who was named All…
Farm Share is helping to feed those most in need
Rick Patrick, Greene Publishing, Inc. Every two weeks Farm Share, working with Consolidated Christian Ministries, helps to feed over 1,400 individuals and over 1,000 families throughout our area. Although Farm Share does…
County Commission honors Tim Sanders
Greene Publishing, Inc. Photo By Rick Patrick, December 14, 2016 At the Wednesday, Dec. 14 meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners, the commissioners honored retiring Madison County Clerk of…