The Madison County Commissioners Court met Tuesday, Sept. 10, tackling a packed agenda that included adopting the county budget, setting tax rates, and addressing various funding requests.

North Zulch Independent School District approved its 2024-25 budget at a special board meeting Monday night, increasing classroom spending while reducing costs in other areas. The district will raise per-pupil instruction spending from $8,708 to $9,477, an increase of 8.8%.

The Madisonville City Council met Monday, September 9, to discuss a packed agenda that included budget approval, tax rates, and heated debates over park facilities and city-county agreements. The council swiftly approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from the August 12 meeting, accounts payable, and the previous month’s financial report.

The Madisonville Consolidated School Board met Monday, Sept. 9, kicking off with introductions of new teachers and updates on district enrollment.

23 years later, we pay tribute to those we lost and those who survived in the September 11 terror attacks on America, and to the extraordinary responders who risked their own lives and safety to help others. We also remember the spirit of courage, compassion, determination and unity that prevailed across our nation in the wake of disaster and makes us so proud to be Americans.

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1940-2024 Melvin Eugene Hahn, 83, passed away in Madisonville, Texas on August 26, 2024, surrounded by his family. Melvin was born to Eugene and Winnie Agnes Hahn on October 3, 1940, in Alto, Texas and was raised in Cherokee County.

1945-2024 Joyce Ann (Lane) Goodrum, 79 years, 7 months and 14 days, of Madisonville, TX passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at her home. Joyce’s life was celebrated 10 a.m.

2005-2024 Seth Anthony Honea, 19 years of Bedias, TX, passed away in August 2024. Seth’s life will be celebrated at 11 a.m.

1927-2024 Juanita Cliett, 96, went home to be with Jesus on August 17,2024. She was preceded into Heaven by her husband, Bob Cliett a few years ago.