The North Zulch Bulldogs varsity boys basketball team has shown promise in early December despite recent setbacks, while the Lady Bulldogs continue to search for consistency in their young season. The boys team (5-2) suffered their second loss of the season when Centerville claimed a 72-39 victory on Dec.

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Students Unite for SonShine Food Drive Success

The Madison County Commissioners Court tackled several significant infrastructure and technology projects during their regular meeting Tuesday morning at the Madison County Annex. The court approved a $505,900 bid from Chip Miller Plumbing LLC for courthouse plumbing repairs after reviewing four competitive sealed proposals.

Madisonville Consolidated Independent School District demonstrated strong financial health and educational progress during the board meeting on Monday, Dec. 9, highlighted by a perfect score on the state’s financial accountability rating and advancements in teacher preparation programs.

‘Christmas in Toyland’

Community service recognition and utility policy updates highlighted Monday night’s Madisonville City Council meeting, where officials celebrated local volunteers and addressed financial policies. The council recognized Jessie Jaenicke as the 2024 Volunteer of the Year, highlighting his extensive service record which includes time as a city council member and involvement in numerous community events such as the Christmas Parade, Fourth of July Parade, and Heritage Parade.

A Madisonville Consolidated Independent School District intervention teacher faces investigation by state authorities as part of a widespread teacher certification scandal that has rattled Texas education officials, according to KBTX reports.

1928-2024 Willie W. Turner, 96 years, 2 months, and 14 days, of Centerville, TX passed away Wednesday, November 27, in Cleveland, TX.

1966-2024 Denise (Ivey) Smotek, 58, went to be with the Lord on November 21, 2024, with her husband and son by her side. She was born on October 19, 1966, in Anchorage, Alaska to her joyful parents Samuel and Lela Nell (Jett) Ivey.