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“Who wants to win $1,000?” – 8U Softball Fundraiser
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SRWMD uses Facebook to increase awareness about water issues
News Release LIVE OAK, FL, June 18, 2013 – The Suwannee River Water Management District (District) is now using Facebook as an outreach tool to educate and engage the public concerning District activities. Join the more than 100 persons who have already “liked” us on Facebook. You’ll receive instant notification of District news and upcoming meetings; be able to follow important... [Read more]
Obituary – Mary Harris Gray
Mary Harris Gray, 91, of Lake Butler, passed away peacefully with her family at her side, at the Still Waters Assisted Living Center in Lake City, on Monday June 17, 2013. She was born in Quincey FL living most of her life in Raiford and Lake Butler. She retired from G. E. Battery in Hague. She was preceded in death her parents T.H. and Beulah Harris, and son Eugene Johns. She is a member of the Lake... [Read more]
Obituary – James L. Carver
James L. Carver passed away Monday, June 17, 2013, in Monticello, Florida. Mr. Carver was born on August 18, 1939, in Coffee County, Georgia, to the late Oather and Eunie Carver. A resident of Madison County since 1973, he worked as a U.S.D.A. Meat Inspector for Dixie Packers until his retirement in 2001. In addition, he owned and operated a feed store in Pinetta, FL, for several years. James... [Read more]
TROOPER CAPTURES AMERICA’S MOST WANTED FUGITIVE
Statewide press release AMW Fugitive ~ Violation of Florida’s Move Over Law leads to arrest ~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Don’t violate Florida’s Move Over Law. On June 12, 2013, violation of Florida’s Move Over Law led to the arrest of a child pornography suspect. Trooper William Craig from the Florida Highway Patrol’s Troop D in Brevard County stopped a driver on State Road 528 for failure... [Read more]
Possession of Marijuana less 20 Grams arrest – MCSO
News Release (June 18, 2013) Madison County Sheriff Ben Stewart reports that on Saturday the 15 day of June 2013, Cpl. Mike Maurice was working traffic enforcement on Interstate 10 when he stopped a vehicle driven by Darryl Wayne Martin of Tampa, Florida for committing a traffic violation. Upon approaching the vehicle Cpl. Maurice detected the odor of burning marijuana emitting from... [Read more]
Cultivation of marijuana – MCSO
News Release (June 18, 2013) Madison County Sheriff Ben Stewart reports that on Thursday the day of June 2013, Deputy Dowdy while working on a grand theft case that led him to a residence located at 5064 NE Bellville Road in Pinetta. During Deputy Dowdy’s investigation he requested assistance from the Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force. Investigators assigned to the Task Force responded... [Read more]
Check out Issue 27 of the Billboard of High Skill/High Wage Jobs!
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FWC still searching for 2 missing men off Horseshoe Beach
The search continues for the two men missing since Saturday, June 15, off Horseshoe Beach, Dixie County, according to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officials. Thomas E. Morrison (DOB 12/22/49) of Jacksonville, and Glen S. Harris (DOB 03/23/43) of Keystone Heights, Clay County, are still missing after their boat overturned in the Gulf of Mexico on Saturday, approximately 14... [Read more]
Obituary – Gladys Sessions Hutchinson
Mrs. Gladys Sessions Hutchinson, 93, of Madison, FL, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2013. Mrs. Hutchinson was a native of Madison County and a descendant of the Pioneer Hendry Family who settled in Madison County in 1850. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church, the Order of the Eastern Star and a retiree of the District School Board of Madison County. Survivors are daughter, Rosalind H. Huggins... [Read more]
Obituary – Alethia Virginia Horne Williams
Alethia Virginia Horne Williams, age 82, of Jasper, FL. Passed away Friday, June 14, 2013 at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL. Alethia was born March 13, 1931 in Tampa, FL to the late Claude and Ruby Wynn Horne. She was dedicated to making her house a home. She found joy doing all sorts of needlework and crafts, often giving them as treasured gifts to friends and family. She was known for her excellent... [Read more]
Obituary – Frances Sanders
Frances Sanders Frances R.V. Sanders, 83, of Madison, Florida, died Tuesday, June 11, 2013, at home. Frances was born December 31, 1929, in Madison, Florida. She graduated from Madison High School, North Florida Junior College, and Florida State University. Frances taught at her own “Playhouse Kindergarten” for 15 years before public school offerered kindergarten. She taught elementary... [Read more]
New Commenting Feature
Madison Voice is currently getting hundreds of spam comments per hour. This is too much for me to sift through to find the real comments. So, I’ve added a simple “CAPTCHA” type thing below where you post a comment. I found a very simple one. I hoped this day would never come. I’m sorry for the inconvenience. John Ovenden – Madison Voice Read More →
FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE ANNOUNCES COST-SHARE PROGRAM
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COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING AGENDA for June 19, 2013, 4:00 p.m.
AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR SESSION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MADISON COUNTY, FL, TO BE HELD AT THE COMMISSIONERS MEETING ROOM COURTHOUSE ANNEX, WEDNESDAY, June 19, 2013, 4:00 p.m. ROLL CALL ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR MEETING HELD JUNE 5, 2013. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE SPECIAL MEETING HELD JUNE 6, 2013. APPROVAL... [Read more]
First Annual Kids Cross
June 18th, 2013 marks a defining moment within the history of the Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross. During the hours of 10am to 2:30pm, the Chapter will welcome 100 students from the local Springwood Elementary and Ruediger Elementary Schools for the Chapter’s first annual Kids Cross. Providing an extensive array of child-friendly disaster preparedness/health activities and community... [Read more]
Ammo. At Second Chance Store
We now have 45 auto. and 9mm .plinking ammo. in stock. Come and get it. There will be a limit on the 9mm however. until we can get more. Read More →
Yogi Bear’s Water Zone is Open!
MCHS Band car wash this Saturday
MCHS Band is having a car wash at Studstill Lumber on Saturday 06/15 from 9:00 A.M until 1:00 P.M. You can purchase three car washes for $8.00. The next car wash will be Saturday 07/13 at O’Reiley Auto Parts. And the last car wash is at Madison County Community Bank on Saturday August 3rd. We appreciate everyone’s support. Read More →
2nd Significant Weather Advisory for Madison, FL
Issued by The National Weather Service Tallahassee, FL … Thu, Jun 13, 2013, 3:49 PM EDT A SIGNIFICANT WEATHER ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT FOR MADISON COUNTY… * UNTIL 415 PM EDT AT 346 PM EDT… THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS DETECTED A STRONG THUNDERSTORM NEAR MADISON… MOVING NORTHEAST AT 20 MPH. WINDS 40 TO 50 MPH ARE EXPECTED WITH THIS STORM. ******* Other affected areas: ... [Read more]
Free Foreclosure Defense Program Extended Through July 31st
For Immediate Release: Thursday, June 13th, 2013 Free Foreclosure Defense Program Extended Through July 31st Attorney General’s Grant Expands Temporary Availability of Free Legal Aid for Homeowners Jacksonville, FL – Three Rivers Legal Services’ foreclosure assistance program – which has assisted over two hundred homeowners with their housing issues since the program began in... [Read more]
MCHS Bands Host Summer Car Washes
The bands at Madison County High School were exceptionally busy last year, hosting more than thirty performances during the 2012-2013 school year. Not only were the ensembles very prolific, but they raised the quality of their performances throughout the year. Below is a list of performances from last year: 8 Cowboy Football Home Games 3 Cowboy Football Away Games 1... [Read more]
Madison: How to help Moore, Oklahoma victims
Submitted A group in Adel, Ga. is sending a semi-truck of supplies to tornado victims in Moore, Ok. Volunteers in several towns in South Ga. & here in Madison are collecting items to forward to Adel for shipment. The collection point in Madison is the Credit Union at the School Board on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Items needed include: rakes, shovels, masks, non-perishible foods, baby supplies,... [Read more]
Fishing association honors 2 FWC employees
The Florida Guides Association on June 12 honored two employees of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) for their conservation efforts. Capt. Pat Kelly, Florida Guides Association president, presented FWC Officer Bryce Phillippi with the “Trained Eyes Coastwatchers” Officer of the Year award. Wes Porak, a biologist with the FWC’s Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, received... [Read more]
Obituary – Marie V. Starling
Madison FL; Marie V. Starling, age 87, died Sunday, June 9, 2013 in Tallahassee, Florida. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM, Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Pinegrove Baptist Church in Madison. Donations may be made to the Humane Society in her memory. She was born and raised in Batavia, New York where she graduated from high school and also business college. She worked for the Pentagon... [Read more]
Concealed Carry Holster Second Chance Store
The holster goes under the shirt directly on the body for concealed carry. The handle fits in the pook of the shirt directly under the arm pit. It works with T shirts, Polo shirts, V neck shirts, sweat shirts and can be used with a button up dress shirt if the top button is undone. Approximately %80 of the weight of the weapon disappears because the weight is spread out evenly on the body instead... [Read more]
Results of tonight’s City Commission meeting
Tim Bennett City Manager Notes Madison, FL City Commission Meeting of 6/11/13 1. Call to Order 2. Agenda amended to include Corrective QuitClaim Deed for Martha Hart Cherp. 3. No items were removed from the Consent Agenda. 4. Consent Agenda (a) Minutes of May 14, 2013 approved. (b) Minutes of May 21, 2013 approved. (c) ... [Read more]
22LR Now at Second Chance Store
We now have a limited supply of 22LR. Get them while they last. There will be a limit per customer. Read More →
Obituary – Gloria Wynn Kunz
Gloria Wynn Kunz PROVERBS 31:10 “Who can find a virtuous woman for her price is far above rubies” Born September 21, 1928 in Madison, Florida. Died at 5:15 PM, June 7, 2013, at St. Theresa’s Hospice in Kenner, LA. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Frederick William Kunz III, her daughter and son-in-law, Jeannie and J.D. Liford, her son, Frederick William Kunz IV. D.D.S.... [Read more]
First United Methodist Church of Madison Vacation Bible School
First United Methodist Church of Madison would like to invite all children to step right up at EVERYWHERE FUN FAIR: WHERE GOD’S WORLD COMES TOGETHER Vacation Bible School. Explore and experience God’s welcoming love at VBS! The fun begins on Monday, June 17, and ends Friday, June 21, from 8:30 am until 11:30 am at First United Methodist Church located on the corner of Horry and Rutledge... [Read more]
MURDER, MYSTERY & COMEDY DEBUT AT MADISON COUNTRY CLUB
News Release Lightning flashes and thunder roars as a masked intruder slowly creeps up behind the unsuspecting innkeeper. She doesn’t stand a chance, and he knows it!! So begins Act One, Scene One of Craig Sodaro’s “Par for The Corpse” a sassy murder, mystery, comedy, who-dun-it being produced as a dinner theater by Madison’s own Rural Area Theatrical Troupe, the RATT pact. ... [Read more]
Public Service Announcement – Summer School Food Service News Release
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High school artists featured at 2013 NFCC Art Fest
ranford High School wins first place; Taylor County High takes second MADISON, FL – North Florida Community College’s recent 2013 High School Art Fest brought talented high school students to the NFCC campus for a day of art and competition. Area ninth through 12th grade students showed off their artistic ability in the annual high school art show and competition – competing for awards... [Read more]
NFCC students select Rose Knox as the college’s 2013 Student Support Services Instructor of the Year
MADISON, FL – Each year North Florida Community College students who participate in the TRiO Student Support Services Program select an outstanding instructor. This year’s 2013 Student Support Services Instructor of the Year is NFCC English Instructor Rose Knox. NFCC students presented Knox with the award at the Student Support Services Faculty Appreciation Reception which is held annually and... [Read more]
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH REMINDS RESIDENTS OF DANGERS OF NAEGLERIA FOWLERI
TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Department of Health (DOH) cautions those who swim frequently in Florida’s lakes and rivers during warm temperatures about the possible presence of Naegleria fowleri. Contact with this amoeba is rare, but targets a person’s brain and usually results in death. Adverse health effects on humans can be prevented by avoiding nasal contact with the waters, since the amoeba... [Read more]
MCHS Cheerleaders hosting two fundraisers – raising money to attend UCA (Universal Cheerleader Association) Camp
The MCHS Cheerleaders are currently hosting two fundraisers in order to raise enough money to attend a UCA (Universal Cheerleader Association) Camp June 24-27 at Florida State University. Each cheerleader must pay $500 (camp, lodging, meals, outfits) to attend camp so your support will be greatly appreciated. 1) Car Wash and Bake Sale: Saturday, June 15, from 8 am – 12 pm, at O’Reilly Auto... [Read more]
Citizen thanks Madison
A letter to the City of Madison My daughter and I were on a rush trip from Huntsville, AL to Melbourne, Fl to see my sister before she died. With the help of the terrific people in your community, we got there on Thurs, she was under morphine and she died on Sat, but I did get to hold her. I was working in my yard in AL when we were notified of my sister being so ill, and we got in the... [Read more]
Ronnie Cox Auctions – Living Estate Auction in Lee, FL
MCSO Arrest – High-speed Pursuit
News Release (June 10, 2013) Madison County Sheriff Ben Stewart reports that on Saturday night June 1, 2013 at 11:30 pm Deputies were dispatched to the area of Mango East of Lee on US 90 to investigate a complaint of a person riding around the area in a truck shooting several rounds from a rifle. Cpl. Mike Maurice along with Sgt. Dennis Pitts responded to Mango. As Cpl. Maurice was traveling... [Read more]
MCSO Arrest – Possession of Marijuana less 20 Grams
News Release (June 10, 2013) Madison County Sheriff Ben Stewart reports that on Saturday June 1, 2013, Cpl. Mike Maurice conducted traffic stop of a vehicle on US 90 East near the intersection of Mango for traveling at an unlawful rate of speed of 79 miles per hour in posted 60 mile per hour speed zone. The diver was identified as Kevin David Chapman D.O.B. 09/27/1982 of Live Oak, FL. Upon approaching... [Read more]
Estate Sale – June 8
There will be an estate sale at 886 NE Cherry Lake Circle on Saturday, June 8 from 8:00 a.m until. Furniture and miscellaneous items will be offered. Read More →
Group reviews SRWMD’s natural systems management practices
LIVE OAK, FL, June 7, 2013 – The Suwannee River Water Management District (District) Land Management Review Team met recently to tour the District’s conservation lands and to evaluate the District’s natural systems management practices. The team is made up of landowners, biologists, foresters, parks and recreation specialists, environmentalists, and others. The review team met at District... [Read more]
Fat News Editor Shrinks
EDITORIAL As much “smack talk” as I’ve done in the last year about fitness, I decided I better hold myself accountable. It took me about 3 months to lean out to this point; 2 months and 1 week of the Insanity workout series, very low starch carbs, no sugar and no weightlifting or bike riding. After completing the Insanity I rode my bike 5 days a week on extreme hills and incorporated... [Read more]
City employee Hakili Washington promoted
MADISON, FL (June 6, 2013) – Hakili Washington, a five-year employee with the City of Madison’s Wastewater Department, has been promoted to Wastewater Technician II, City Manager Tim Bennett announced today. Washington joined the city staff in 2008 as a meter reader in the city’s Water Department. In 2009, he transferred to the Wastewater Department as a Maintenance Laborer and... [Read more]
Employment: Dental Assistant Position Opening
Dental Assistant Needed “Dental Assistant: Golden Opportunity! Do you possess a sunny, friendly attitude? Can you talk with customers easily and help them feel at home? Do you have a beautiful smile? Is cosmetics important to you along with helping others? Our dental practice is seeking an outstanding individual to provide concierge level service for our patients in the clinical area. Dental... [Read more]
MADISON CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA FOR JUNE 11, 2013
AGENDA JUNE 11, 2013 MADISON CITY COMMISSION MEETING CITY HALL 321 SOUTHWEST RUTLEDGE STREET MADISON, FLORIDA 32340 5:30 P.M. 1. Call to Order 2. Adoption of Agenda 3. Items Removed from Consent Agenda 4. CONSENT AGENDA: (a) Minutes of May 14, 2013 (b) Minutes of May 21, 2013 (c) Fire Report (d) ... [Read more]
Tropical Storm Andrea
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SAFETY FIRST AS THE TROPICAL STORM ANDREA MOVES OVER FLORIDA
~ Drivers should use caution before hitting the road before and after a storm ~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Highway Patrol urges motorist to be cautious as the first tropical storm of the hurricane season moves through Florida. Motorists are advised to closely monitor the progress of Tropical Storm Andrea and follow instructions from emergency management officials. The Florida Highway... [Read more]
Lee Town Hall will be closing this afternoon at 3:00 pm
Due to current weather conditions, Lee Town Hall will be closing this afternoon at 3:00 pm. In case of emergency please contact our emergency numbers (Public Works- 973-7130; Town Manager 973-7159). We will reopen tomorrow morning at 8:00 am. Thank you for your understanding. Read More →
County Offices Closing at 3:00 p.m.
Due to Tropical Storm Andrea, all county offices will be closing at 3:00 p.m. today. We will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Friday. Madison County encourages you to take this storm seriously! Please take all necessary precautions to keep you and your family safe. Read More →
Red Cross To Open Shelters In Preparation of Tropical Storm Andrea
The American Red Cross Capital Area Chapter is planning to open Taylor County Elementary School on Green Street in Perry at 3pm today for residents who plan to evacuate the coastal area. Another shelter, Florida High in Leon County is on standby at the present time for residents of Wakulla County who plan to evacuate. Both Wakulla and Taylor counties have declared a state of local emergency... [Read more]
State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Andrea: NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MADISON COUNTY, FLORIDA
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MADISON COUNTY, FLORIDA COMMISSIONERS OF MADISON COUNTY, FLORIDA NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Madison County, Florida will hold a special meeting, to which all persons are invited to attend, as follows: Date & Time: Thursday, June 6, 2013 at 3:30 P.M. Place: The Board... [Read more]
UPDATE: NFCC Emergency Closing Due to Inclement Weather – Thursday, June 6, 2013
THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013: Due to the increasingly hazardous weather conditions, North Florida Community College will close its campus today at 3 p.m. THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2013 – Due to the increasingly hazardous weather conditions, North Florida Community College classes starting after 12 p.m. today are cancelled (including any NFCC classes held at off-campus locations). NFCC will resume... [Read more]
Obituary – Peggy Lee Drummond
Madison: Peggy Lee Drummond, age 72, died Tuesday, June 4, 2013, in Valdosta, Ga. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Monday, June 10, 2013 at Osceola Memory Gardens Chapel, Kissimmee, FL with burial at Osceola Memory Gardens Cemetery. She was born in Knoxville, TN and moved to Madison in 2005 from Kissimmee. She worked in the Warrant Division at Osceola County Sherriff’s Dept and was a member... [Read more]
New Millennium Charter School Board meeting
New Millennium Charter School Board meeting will be held on Friday, June 7, 2013 at 06:00 PM at the 316 SW Pinckney Street Madison, Florida. Read More →
Tropical Storm Watch for Madison, FL
Other affected areas: Madison, FL; Inland Taylor, FL; Lafayette, FL; Inland Dixie, FL Issued by The National Weather Service Tallahassee, FL Wed, Jun 5, 2013, 6:22 PM EDT TROPICAL STORM WATCH IN EFFECT… TROPICAL STORM WARNINGS ISSUED FOR NEWLY DEVELOPED ANDREA… .NEW INFORMATION… A TROPICAL STORM WARNING AND A TROPICAL STORM WATCH HAVE NOW BEEN ISSUED. .AREAS AFFECTED…... [Read more]
Farm Service Agency County Committee Nomination Period Begins June 17
WASHINGTON, June 4, 2013 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that the nomination period for local Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committees begins on Monday, June 17. “I encourage all eligible farmers and ranchers to participate in this year’s county committee elections by nominating candidates by the August 1 deadline,” said Vilsack. “County committees are... [Read more]
FOUND DOG: Dog found on SW Overstreet
Dog found on SW Overstreet Ave and Seven Bridges. Call / Text 630-201-1939. Read More →
Madison Church of God Yard Sale
MOBILE HOME BURNS ON HWY 53 SOUTH
A mobile home park on Hwy 53 south of the city of Madison was the scene of a structure fire on June 3, 2013. The alert went out at 1:02 PM to Madison Fire Rescue, New Home Fire Rescue and Pinetta Fire Rescue. Responding units found a mobile home with flames and extensive smoke. Fast action by the firefighters contained the blaze to the one structure. Two firefighters were checked... [Read more]
Anatomy of a fish kill
Anatomy of a fish kill Recently, north Florida anglers and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) fishery biologists were heartbroken to see the white bellies of numerous fish floating in Lake Victor. Lake Victor is a popular, 130-acre FWC-managed impoundment in Holmes County. Since the impoundment was constructed, the FWC has stocked fish, managed vegetation, provided boating access,... [Read more]
TRAFFIC CRASH SENDS ONE TO HOSPITAL
At approximately 10:45 AM on Monday, June 3, 2013 Madison 911 Center received a report of a traffic crash on U.S. Highway 90 in downtown Madison. Responding units found a two vehicle crash scene with one injured occupant. The injured person was transported to a local hospital. Both cars had to be towed. Madison Police Department, Madison County Emergency Medical Services and Madison... [Read more]
Public Atheist Monument Going Up Near Courthouse In Starke, Florida, Is Country’s First
A small city in heavily Christian northern Florida is about to become home to the first public monument in the United States dedicated to atheism. Read more>>> Read More →
Continue Keeping Up the Good Work! – Letter to the Editor
Hello Madison Voice, I first heard about your online presence from my sister, Beth, who lives in Madison County with her husband and two children. After I surfed the website, I signed up to receive e-mail notifications about the happenings in-and-around Madison County. Over the past several months, I have thoroughly enjoyed receiving these ‘notes from home.’ Even though I moved away... [Read more]
Apply for quota permits in June!
Every hunter knows you have a better chance of catching a monster buck off-guard during the first part of hunting season. That’s why many of us enjoy hunting the archery and muzzleloading gun seasons – and why we can’t miss opening weekend of the general gun season. If you hunt public land, you should know that many of Florida’s wildlife management areas (WMAs) require a quota permit to hunt... [Read more]
