Monterey Mushrooms held a fundraiser for Kenneth Wilson, an employee, on Wednesday, March 13.

All sales during this fundraiser were to benefit Wilson and assist with his medical costs. Pictured are company employees and local residents at the Monterey Mushroom parking lot during the fundraiser.

First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the Governor’s Volunteer Awards, announced the recipients of the 40th Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards. These awards, presented in conjunction with One Star Foundation, honor the exemplary service of individuals, groups, and organizations that have made a significant contribution to Texas communities through service and volunteering in the past year.

The following persons were arrested or booked into the Madison County jail on Sunday, March 10, through Sunday, March 17.

The Madisonville Varsity Lady Mustangs softball team defeated the Bellville Brahmanettes by 6-5 on Tuesday, March 12. Jaley Neal collected three hits in four at-bats, singling in the first, third, and seventh innings.

With an overall score of eight wins and six losses during District play, the Madisonville Mustangs varsity soccer team became third in the district. They beat Crockett 6-0 in last Friday’s bout on their home turf.

Recent estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate that six of the 10 fastest- growing counties in the United States from 2022 to 2023 were in Texas. According to the Texas Tribune, Kaufman County, just east of Dallas, led the list with a 7.6% increase in new residents that brought its population to more than 185,000. Census data shows that Rockwall and Liberty counties closed out the top three, with growth rates of 6.5% and 5.7%, respectively.

I am still writing about schools, expect more after this, God willing! Little community schools began with one room and sometimes grew bigger. Rough benches and desks were made nearby.

The Bedias Creek Soil and Water Conservation District no. 428 held its recent meeting on Monday, March 4, where a topic of discussion regarding grant funding for improvements to the Lake Madison Dam came to the board.