Growing concerns are circulating with the citizens of Madison County about a new drug on the streets called molly. Beginning as a popular club drug, molly is known as several names, such…
School Board members discuss code of conduct for 2015-16
The Madison County District School Board met Tuesday, August 4 at 6 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kenny Hall and the agenda was approved. To kick off the…
Greenville man arrested for shooting
After months of legal proceedings and criminal investigations, Quinton Thompkins, 26 of Greenville, has been sentenced for his role in Monticello’s J&B Club shooting. The following events were a part of the…
Scam: Criminals pose as DEA agents
The Drug Enforcement Administration is warning the public about criminals posing as DEA special agents or other law enforcement personnel as part of an international extortion scheme. The criminals call the victims…
Android text message causes virus
People who are team android should be cautious of a virus that was recently disclosed attacking Android phones via text message. The virus can affect the phone without opening the text message….
H4: Head, Heart, Hands & Health: Don’t Let Back-to-School Break Your Budget
Where did the summer go? It is now August and that means it’s time to gear up for a new school year. For most families, getting the kids ready to start a…
Jail Report: July 29 – Aug. 4
Information in the Jail Report is provided to Greene Publishing, Inc., by the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. All people are considered innocent until proven guilty. Questions about people identified in the report…
Matt Dobson nominated for two prestigious awards
Matt Dobson, the senior safety for Georgia Southern University’s football team and Monticello resident, has recently been nominated for two awards that focus on athletes that are committed to community service. He…
Way Back When
August 7, 1953 Brew joints and assorted hangouts in this county were smacked with a one-two punch by the County Commissioners Wednesday when the board approved a no-beer-on-Sunday resolution and a curfew…
One last time
There’s something to be said for little old houses– those built with patience, pride and craftsmanship; the small Southern structures which warmly housed large families, laughter and, above all, love. The houses…
Obituary: Clara Virginia Bennett Sites Gilliam
Clara Virginia Bennett Sites Gilliam passed away at Madison Rehabilitation Center in Madison, Florida on August 3, 1915. She was 95 years old. Clara was born on June 27, 1920 in West…
Obituary: Michael Eugene Warren
Michael Eugene Warren passed away Monday, August 3, after courageously battling cancer for a year and a half. A memorial service will be held at Beggs Funeral Home, Madison Chapel at 11…
Obituary: Wilma J. Beckley Baer
Wilma J. Beckley Baer, age 79, of Lee, Fl. passed away Saturday, August 1, at Select Specialty Hospital in Tallahassee, Fl. following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Baer was a native of Benton…
Charles W. Evans Sr. recognized for service
At the regularly scheduled County Commission meeting on July 22, by proclamation, the Commissioners unanimously proclaimed Sunday, August 9, 2015, as Charles W. Evans Sr. Day. The proclamation, signed by the Chair…
Martin Morris loves his job
Martin Morris is the newest patrol deputy at the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. He started on Wednesday, July 1. Morris is from Stewart, Florida and moved to Madison 12 years ago. He…
MCMH offers class on heart attacks
Madison County Memorial Hospital is offering a free community health class on “Heart Attacks and How to Prevent One.” The class will be held on Tuesday, August 18 at 5:30 p.m., in…
Madison County Senior Citizens Council hosts presentation on sunburn
The Senior Citizens Council of Madison County, Inc. held this week’s presentation on sunburn on Wednesday, July 29 at 10 a.m. Theresa Williams, a program assistant at the Madison County Extension office,…
August activities at the senior center
Senior Citizens Council of Madison County, Inc. hosts numerous activities for the residents of Madison to enjoy. The fitness room and the computer lab are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.,…
Obituary: Tommy Jonas, Sr.
Tommy Jonas, Sr. (Texas Cowboy) was born on June 21, 1928 in Lake Butler, Fl. to the late Tom Jonas and Mae Jonas. Brother Jonas loved the Lord with all his heart….
Christian Concepts: Two Heroines and a Madman
On Thursday, July 23, 2015, around 7:30 p.m., John Russel Houser opened fire in a Lafayette, Louisiana theatre killing Mayci Breaux and Jillian Johnson, and wounding nine others. Jena Meaux was shot…