Julia Ann Dean, 64, of Whitesboro, Texas, was called to her eternal home on Thursday, September 4, 2025. She passed peacefully surrounded by her close family.

Local Girl Scouts got a lesson in real-world economics Friday, Sept. 5, when Blake Pipes from Madisonville Capital Farm Credit taught them how to budget like adults.

Kevin Counsil, board president of Madison County Farm Bureau, presents a $500 donation check to North Zulch Volunteer Fire Department Chief Chuck Wiedecker. This donation completes the Farm Bureau's support of volunteer fire departments in the area.

The city and Lazy 8 Flight School will host their second annual Fly-In & Car Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Bedias Creek Soil and Water Conservation District board expressed frustration Monday, Sept. 8, over Lake Madison dam repairs that have been needed for nearly 10 years.

In the Wednesday, Sept. 3, edition, an incorrect photo was published with the article “Three men sentenced to prison for separate crimes.” The photo shown was not of Joy. The incorrect photo appeared in the original press release at the time of publication.

To the North Zulch Community, We are excited to share some important work that will guide our district’s direction and ensure the continued success of our students. This summer, our School Board and administrative team worked together to create a robust framework for our district through the NZISD Board Purpose Statement.

The second special session of the Legislature ended last Thursday with a new congressional map, flood relief and safety measures but a stalemate on whether to ban or regulate THC. The Dallas Morning News reported lawmakers approved most of the legislative priorities Gov. Greg Abbott listed for the special session.

Code Enforcement Officer Gregory Hanes needs volunteers for a street cleanup at City Hall on Saturday, Sept. 20, at 8 a.m.