Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com As the holiday season rolls into view, this is the perfect time to spread love, joy and hope to children all over the world. There’s no easier way to…
A moment to breathe
During the summer months of my childhood, we were always on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico, soaking up the sun, swimming, fishing or just enjoying the freedom of summer. As…
Cowboys hammer Hawks
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com The Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys amassed over 400 yards of offense as they finished their regular football season with a big, 42-7, win over the Hawks of…
MCHS Cheerleaders hold cheer camp
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the week of Monday, Oct. 21, through Friday, Oct. 25, members of the Madison County High School cheerleading squad took time to work with and inspire younger girls…
MCAA celebrates Red Ribbon Week
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Red Ribbon Week is celebrated annually to educate youth in drug prevention activities. Since the beginning of Red Ribbon Week in 1985, the campaign has reached millions of U.S….
Election Day 2024 and some things to keep in mind
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Election Day 2024 is quickly approaching and, while many have already taken advantage of early voting, it is expected that there will still be a great number of voters…
Could new restaurants be coming to Madison?
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the regular meeting of the Madison County Board of County Commissioners on Wednesday, Oct. 23, the commissioners heard a presentation from Retail Strategies, a firm hired to recruit…
The NEW Front Porch is on its way
Emerald Greene emerald@greenepublishing.com It is with great pleasure that we announce the arrival of the November/December 2024 issue of The Front Porch! The new issue has been mailed out and subscribers should…
Be kind and show thanks this November
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com November is coined the month of gratitude, with the U.S. celebrating Thanksgiving. By showing people acts of kindness, you can change their day and start a chain reaction of…
Court OKs ‘stand your ground’ in dog case
Jim Saunders News Service Florida Contributor In a case stemming from a man who killed a pit bull when he and his Chihuahua felt threatened, an appeals court ruled that Florida’s “stand…
From the Sunny Side: Shoeboxes
For several years now, one of my greatest joys during this time of year is filling an “Operation Christmas Child” shoebox. I’m sure many of you have heard of the popular program…
The Game of Life: College Edition Good company
…I know I’ve written other columns about finding good friends and keeping them. However, while this one is also about good friends, I’d like to note that good company can shift. Some…
Passing Parade: Action begins at home
Nelson A. Pryor: Guest Columnist In 1979, Franklin Graham, at the age of 26, took over Samaritan’s Purse from his college friend, Bob Pierce. The Rev. Billy Graham’s son had started to…
Treating service providers fairly
One of the problems in the days of James was the mistreatment of the poor by the rich. The rich would treat any way they wanted those who provided a service for…
Eddie Dean McCray
Eddie Dean McCray, 69, of Greenville, Fla., went home to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024. Public viewing and visitation will be held from…
James Thomas Vocelle, III
Mr. James Thomas Vocelle, III, age 71, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, in Madison, Fla. James was born on June 4, 1953, in Vero Bech, Fla.,…
John Barfield (May 27, 1955 – October 24, 2024)
“To Be Absent from the Body and to Be Present with the Lord.” ~ 2 Corinthians 5:8 Mr. John Barfield, 69, of Madison, Fla., began a new and promising chapter in eternal…
Fire pits recalled after reports of serious burn injuries
The Associated Press Contributor Nearly 90,000 tabletop fire pits are being recalled after flames shooting out from them resulted in a handful of serious burn injuries. The Colsen-branded fire pits, which are…
The Bush Wealth Advantage: The emotional impact of daylight savings time
Daylight can impact decision-making in ways investors don’t realize. Daylight Savings Time (DST) is the practice of moving clocks forward by one hour during the warmer months to extend evening daylight and…
Jail Report
Oct. 22 Byron Merritt – Hold for court Jason Plain – Aggravated battery person uses a deadly weapon Oct. 23 Anthony Bradley – Driving on a permanently revoked driver’s license, driving while…