We are excited to begin the second half of the 2024-25 school year. During this time, our staff reviews each child's academic data. This allows us to monitor their growth, identify needed interventions, and support each student as best as possible. Overall, we are seeing many positive gains. We are proud of the students and staff’s work in the first semester, and we want to continue building upon this success as we move into the spring semester.

The 89th Texas Legislature convened Tuesday at noon, marking the start of the 140day legislative session. A key focus will be the election of a new House Speaker following Dade Phelan's withdrawal from the race. Representatives Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock), David Cook (R-Mansfield), and Ana Maria Rodriguez Ramos (D-Dallas) are vying for the position.

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The smell of chili will fill the air at Madisonville Care Center later this month as cooks battle for bragging rights during the center’s Chili Cook-off. The free event will be held at 411 E.

ANNUAL BANQUET – FIESTA THEME Madison County Chamber of Commerce Friday, February 7 at 6:00 p.m. Seton Center: 100 South Tammye Lane, Madisonville Chamber Members Only.

As summer heat rises and grass fires become more common, community members can support their local volunteer fire departments with basic supplies. During grass fire season, crews often spend long hours protecting homes and land.