The Texas Senate last week passed a bill to allow school districts to set aside time for inschool prayer and gave initial approval to requiring all schools to post a copy of the Ten Commandments in every classroom.

Madison County Museum has a new exhibit of scrapbooks. Please visit and reminisce.

North Zulch Elementary hosted our annual Book Character Parade on March 7 to celebrate Read Across America. The event is organized by Autumn Nauling, our library coordinator, and held in conjunction with our Spring Book Fair. The Book Character Parade is more than just costumes. It is a time for students and staff to celebrate a love of reading and literature by bringing a favorite book character to life through detailed costumes and enthusiastic portrayals. From timeless classics to contemporary favorites, students and staff alike paraded around the Elementary gym dressed as characters from books that included fairy tales, myths, and modern novels.

Local officials, law enforcement and community members gather in front of the Madison County Courthouse Monday, March 24, to recognize Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month and honor 19 confirmed child victims of abuse and neglect In Madison County during the past year.

The Madisonville Little League kicks off its spring season with opening day ceremonies scheduled for Saturday, April 5 at 9 a.m. in the Madisonville High School competition gym.

1959 – 2025 Kitza Marie Johnson of Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away at the age of 65 on February 16, 2025 on her property. Born April 6, 1959, in Falfurrias, Texas, Kitza was a musician and artist who struggled with schizophrenia.

Texas farmers are voicing growing concerns about tariffs being enacted by President Trump adversely affecting their ability to sell agricultural goods overseas, the Houston Chronicle reported. Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening said the tariffs could be especially tough on younger farmers.

A job fair organized by the Madison County Chamber of Commerce and Workforce Solutions Brazos Valley will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. April 14 at the Truman Kimbro Center in Madisonville.