Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com When the chilly weather rolls in, I feel like baking. There’s nothing quite like feeling the warmth of the oven radiate through the kitchen, mixing up something yummy and…
A true Christmas story
Halie Wetherington news@greenepublishing.com “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder, and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor,…
Christmas time is here…everywhere around the world
Christian Peterson news@greenepublishing.com “And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and…
Two local students receive musical honors
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Two local students, both members of the Madison County High School (MCHS) marching and concert bands, have recently received great news. Layla Peavey and Max Jimenez were both accepted…
Read Local, Support Local: Support community journalism
Emerald Greene emerald@greenepublishing.com Local news plays a vital role in American civic life as a trusted source of critical information. It is a fact that local newspapers serve a vital role by…
The Unseen Work of Being a Mom During the Holiday Season
As the holiday season swings into full gear, there’s a familiar hum of activity: the twinkling lights, the laughter of family, the smell of Christmas cookies baking and pine. For many, this…
Experiencing joy in the new year – in the midst of sorrow
Has the loss of someone dear to you left a perpetual hole in your heart? Have the consequences of your poor choices convinced you that you’re a hopeless loser? If so, I…
National Security: Transition
The transition to a new government for the United States is well under way. In about a month, Donald J. Trump will be sworn in as the 47th president (POTUS). Thus far,…
Learning As I Go: Markers of Time
This season has become a yearly marker of time. Maybe it’s because we take more pictures around Christmas. Or perhaps it’s the memories as we place handmade ornaments on trees and hang…
Cucinella’s Brick Oven Pizzeria holds Cookies With Santa
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Dec. 7, Cucinella’s Brick Oven Pizzeria held their annual Cookies with Santa event from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Members of the community were able to enjoy…
Library hosts Polar Express event
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Madison Public Library, located at 378 College Loop, in Madison, on Thursday, Dec. 12, from 3:30 p.m. until 5 p.m, hosted the Polar Express. Entering the library, Anna…
Visit Italy with Travels with Katrina
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, January 15, the Madison County Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Travels with Katrina (Katrina Richardson) as she hosts an Explore Tuscany informational meeting at 228 SW…
Santa flew into Four Freedoms Park
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Friday, Dec. 13, none other than Santa, himself made a special trip from the North Pole to Four Freedoms Park, in Madison, to visit with the good boys…
Greenville celebrates the season
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Dec. 14, The Heart of Greenville, a community organization dedicated to helping promote the small western Madison County community, held their annual Christmas celebration. The day began…
Help missionaries around the world further the gospel this holiday season
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Lottie Moon Christmas Offering helps missionaries around the world raise the appropriate funds to reach thousands and transform their lives. From 1873 to 1912, a Southern Baptist missionary…
If we only believe
Cheryl Cruce Contributor It is Christmas, and a winter chill has decided to greet the landscape with a blanket of frost or snow. Afghan citizens decorate couches and recliners for warmth as…
First Baptist spreads Christmas cheer
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Sunday, Dec. 15, at 5 p.m. members of First Baptist Church of Madison, located at 134 Meeting Ave., in Madison, spread Christmas cheer around the community. They visited…
The guide to LEDs vs Incandescent Christmas Lights
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com A huge debate over decor for the holiday season is whether LEDs or Incandescent Christmas lights are better. The technology of manufacturing LEDs has vastly improved over the years,…
COWBOY PLAYS IN ALL-STAR GAME
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Madison County High School (MCHS) senior Jason McDaniel had one more opportunity to represent the maroon and silver when he participated in the 69th Florida Athletic Coaches Association (FACA)…
COWBOYS DEFEAT TIGERS
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Dec. 17, the Madison County High School (MCHS) Cowboys hosted the Tigers of Jefferson County High School, from Monticello, Fla. Both the junior varsity and varsity teams…