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Greene Publishing (Madison County Carrier)
Published September 30Dr. John Lewis wins “Service to Agriculture” Award
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the 81st Annual Farm Bureau Banquet, local veterinarian Dr. John Lewis was honored for his decades of service to local farmers and ranchers. After graduating from high school...
Monticello News / ECB Publishing
Published September 30Cattlemen invite community to Oct. 8 meeting and membership drive
Stefanie L. Prevatt ECB Publishing, Inc. The Jefferson County Cattlemen’s Association is inviting local cattle producers, agricultural professionals and community members to its upcoming meeting and membership drive Thursday, Oct. 8. The...
Greene Publishing (Madison County Carrier)
Published September 30Freddy Pitts receives the George Townsend Good Neighbor Award
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Freddy Pitts has proven himself to be the epitome of a “good neighbor;” as his neighbors will quickly attest. For that reason, he was named the recipient of the...
Give Blood. Save Lives. Florence Community Blood Drive October 8
The City of Florence is partnering with Hoxworth Blood Center to host a Community Blood Drive on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at the Florence Government Center, 8100 Ewing Blvd. Community members are encouraged to roll up their sleeves and help make a difference for patients…
Greene Publishing (Madison County Carrier)
Published September 30Long time Farm Bureau President honored
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During the 81st Annual Farm Bureau Banquet, long-time Farm Bureau President Richard Terry was honored as being the recipient of the Florida Farm Bureau Distinguished Service Award. Terry...
Greenwich Native Plans “Backyard-Style Ultra Marathon” to Benefit Street Dog Hero
Florio Tiramani expects to cover 50 to 70 miles over 12 hours to benefit Street Dog Hero. Supporters pledge per mile, and every dollar goes toward getting more dogs off the streets and into homes.
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BRI E FLYFriends of the Library meet MondayNEWPORT – The monthly Newport Friends of the Library meeting is Monday, Oct. 5, 10 a.m. at the Newport Library in the teen room. The Newport Friends of the L
Newport Bike Rodeo a success
Kids were treated to free bike helmets, bicycle maintenance checks, a skills course, safety tips and snacks and prizes during the 12th annual Newport Area Bike Rodeo, held Saturday, Sept. 12 in the pa
Happy birthday, Priest River Library
PRIEST RIVER – A century of books, learning, and community programs—Priest River Library turns 100 in 2026. From its humble beginnings in 1926 to its modern-day home, fully equipped with free Wi-Fi an
Quilts of Valor
Eight veterans received a Quilt of Valor from Welcome Home Veterans Quilts of Valor. Seated: Joseph Hirst, U.S. Air Force 1957– 1959, Rush Balison, U.S. Air Force 1960–1964, Patrick Byrnes, U.S. Army
Post From Community: Doing Sober October? Milwaukee built its own guide to alcohol-free drinks
Sober October starts Oct. 1, and Milwaukee has more great non-alcoholic drinks than most people realize.
A Familiar Voice, a Helping Hand: Delaware Hospice’s Care Goes Beyond the Bedside
A Familiar Voice, a Helping Hand: Delaware Hospice’s Care Goes Beyond the Bedside By John Riddle, Contributing Journalist, Delaware LIVE A favorite story read aloud. A quiet conversation. Someone willing to sit beside a patient and simply be present. At Delaware Hospice, those…