Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com With winter solstice nearly two weeks behind us, we can really begin to sense the gradual lengthening of days. Our coldest weather still lies in the weeks to come,…
Cheerleader Spotlights: Eva Pickels & Zaccuria Tillman
Fourteen-year-old Eva Pickels has been cheering for five years. She enjoys stunts, learning new cheers and the people around her the most in cheerleading. She is aiming to get good grades and…
Cowboys succeed in Christmas tournament
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com After dropping two games to Tallahassee teams; Lincoln High School, 59-20, on Thursday, Dec. 19, and Godby High School, 70-36, on Friday, Dec. 20; the Madison County High School…
Cowgirls edge Lady Indians
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Dec. 21, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowgirls battled to come from behind to defeat the Lady Indians of Ft. White High School, 64-60, on the…
Lee Christmas Lighting Contest winners announced
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Dec. 23, the Town of Lee announced their Lee Christmas Lighting Contest winners on their Facebook page, showing off the houses and their festive decor. Every Christmas,…
Pair of Cowboys honored by Sports Illustrated
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The post season honors are stacking up for the Madison County High School (MCHS) football team. In addition to taking their seventh state title in school history, several individual…
Hurricane recovery help still available
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County Strong Long Term Recovery Group reminds everyone that help is still available for assistance in various areas, from help with debris cleanup and tarping to temporary…
Retiring Road Department Director honored
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Dec. 11, the commissioners recognized retiring Road Department Director Lonnie Thigpen for his 34 years of…
Madison County native and former judge honored
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Dec. 11, the commissioners unanimously passed a proclamation honoring Judge Augustus D. Aikens, Jr. Aikens…
A New Year’s history lesson
Halie Wetherington news@greenepublishing.com Every year, celebration after celebration is thrown and even filmed in some areas for the excitement surrounding the coming of the new year. But when did these celebrations first…
Proposed bill would allow the open carry of firearms
Lazaro Aleman news@greenepublishing.com As happens every year, legislators have already begun filing bills for the coming legislative session, even though it’s not set to begin until March 4, 2025. One of the…
What a year to watch the sky
Heather Ainsley news@greenepublishing.com Last year was full of significant astronomical events, and for those who enjoyed looking skyward in 2024, there will be plenty to enjoy in 2025. One of the most…
Change in the New Year
For eight years, my family lived the military life. We were bound by the rhythm of military service: deployments, many moves and the unspoken solidarity of those who understand the unique sacrifices…
National Security: Jimmy Carter
Our nation’s 39th president, Jimmy Carter, has died. As he turned 100 recently, he was our longest living president. He only served one term, from 1977 to 1981, but it was consequential….
Learning As I Go: Resolution flopper or fulfiller?
According to forbes.com, only six percent of the people who set a New Year’s resolution are still doing it a year later. Over half of the group polled quit at or under…
Bikers help kids
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Cherry Lake/Madison, Fla. Chapter 224 of the American Legion Riders recently helped collect and donate eight full boxes of toys for the local Toys for Tots program. This…
Johnston donates mattresses to Madison Fire Department
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Dec. 19, Johnston Signature Furnishings of Madison donated four extra long twin mattresses to the Madison Fire Department. Johnston Signature Furnishings of Madison staff offered mattresses to…
Madison Courthouse annex honors retirees
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Monday, Dec. 16, the Madison County Courthouse Annex held a retirement party for four of their officials that are set to retire. All four officials have worked there…
American Legion donates wheelchairs to senior citizens
Halie Weatherington news@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Dec. 12, TJ Barber brightened senior citizens’ day by donating wheelchairs to various places in Madison on behalf of the American Legion. His first stop was St….
Woman’s Club brings the Christmas Cheer
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Woman’s Club met for their monthly gathering on Thursday, Dec. 12, at 11:45 a.m. The meeting started with members singing Christmas carols before President Bonnie Rolfe continued…