Madison announces recycling program changes

Madison City Council has been discussing changes to its recycling program for the past several months due to increasing costs and will begin implementing those changes in January, according to a press release. The city says it will become its own hauler for curbside commingled recycling.

South Carolina man found driving stolen car arrested

The Madison Police Department arrested a South Carolina man on Nov. 29 on multiple charges after he was in an accident involving a pedestrian.

McIver trial halted before it began

The murder retrial of Claud “Tex” McIver that was scheduled to start Monday, Dec. 4 has now been postponed, according to reports. On Tuesday morning, Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert C.I. McBurney excused prospective jurors from the jury selection process.

Man in chicken suit commits ‘fowl’

The chicken didn’t cross the road last week but instead hit the vehicles attempting to pass by.

Commissioners call for transportation bond referendum

On March 12, 2023, Putnam County voters will be asked to approve the sale of general obligation bonds totaling a maximum of $22 million. The purpose will be the resurfacing of dozens of small roads and subdivision streets in the unincorporated part of the county.

Kjer to run for Greene County Board of Education District 4

Dr. Maggie Kjer was appointed to the Greene County Board of Education in February 2023. Since then, she has focused on various areas but has primarily championed middle and high school staff to enhance students’ academic performance.

Capitol Beat: Redistricting special session likely to boost Democrats

Georgia Democrats scored minimal gains in the General Assembly in last year’s elections – and even lost one congressional seat – despite population growth during the last decade among Blacks, who tend to vote for Democrats.

Greensboro Post Office endures computer challenges

For the past several weeks, the Greensboro Post Office located at 115 S. Main St. has been experiencing computer problems that have affected its retail operations. According to Debra Fetterly, a strategic communications specialist for the United States Postal Service, the situation is temporary.

Charter renewal rests with a signature from LOA

In a firm statement received from the Board of Education (BOE), the five-year charter renewal application has been signed, sealed and delivered and is in the hands of Lake Oconee Academy (LOA). No more discussions between the two organizations will occur following a lengthy, months-long review.

Metter couple arrested after police pursuit

A police pursuit that began in Greene County was ended by a Georgia State Patrol trooper in Taliaferro County on Nov. 19. Michael DeQuarius Byron, 27, of 104 Maple St.