Sixteen Madisonville CISD educators were voted on by their peers as the top teachers in the district for the unprecedented 2020-21 school year Friday and received honors from Henson Brand in Madisonville and other local businesses. MHS math teacher Amy Clary was distinguished as the group’s top educator, earning her a two-year lease on a car provided by Henson.

After much anticipated construction, Los Ranchos will officially open at their new location at 1101 East Main Street in Madisonville Wednesday. Sunday was the restaurant’s final day in their old location in the Madison Square Shopping Center. PHOTO BY ALYSSA CLOPTON

Matthew 20:26 says, “whoever would be great among you must be your servant.” Our freedoms in America have not been granted, but fought for by the great men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. As you take a long weekend at the lake, enjoy a picnic with your family, or play an extra round of golf with friends this Memorial Day, please join me in remembering those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice defending our freedom. May we always take time to recognize members of the military, and may we never take our liberty for granted.

The Pit Stop Café is moving to a new location in Bedias and will be open for business at the new location around June 1, their new address is at 3915 Magnolia Street. Give Tina a call at 936-355-0133 for more information and join in the festivities.