The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to help meet the needs of Madison County residents through its local outreach efforts. The organization's 2024 Red Kettle Campaign ran from the Friday after Thanksgiving through Christmas Eve.

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A Monterey Mushrooms manager has received the Brazos Valley Impact Award for her work developing youth employment programs across seven counties. Elena Fortaneli, People and Culture Manager at Monterey Mushrooms, accepted the award from the Brazos Valley Council of Governments Workforce Board.

1948 – 2025 On November 14, 2025, Jesus called Jane Virginia Finney home to be out of physical and mental pain after battling Parkinson’s disease and other ailments for over 20 years. She was born July 13, 1948, to Richard Christian and Jane Virginia Forshay in Dearborn, Michigan.

1930 – 2025 Betty Sue Knight, 95, of Madisonville, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, in The Woodlands, Texas. She was born on July 18, 1930, in Cheek, Texas, to Robert Smith Beard and Annie Mary Beard.

Madison County commissioners postponed a $3,000 tree trimming estimate Wednesday, Nov. 12, with officials saying they could handle the work for less money.

Man hospitalized with spine fractures after decorative piece falls A falling ceiling fixture injured an adult male and child Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Madisonville Christmas Store, prompting an emergency response and the cafe's closure.

NORTH ZULCH — North Zulch Independent School District earned a perfect score on the state's financial accountability system for the 10th consecutive year, officials announced during a public hearing Monday, Nov. 17.

Veteran Sonny Sonsel positions the Texas flag during Madisonville CISD's annual Veterans Day ceremony held Nov. 11 in the MCISD gymnasium. The ceremony honored all Madison County veterans for their service.