Riverwood Healthcare school drive
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When the school bell rings this August, Riverwood Healthcare wants every student walking through the door with the supplies they need. The senior living facility at 600 Bacon St.
Meet the Teacher at North Zulch ISD
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Students and parents can meet teachers and prepare for the upcoming school year during North Zulch Independent School District’s Meet the Teacher event from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug.
Agrilife Extension to host back to school fundraiser
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Texas 4-H wants to put some pep in students’ steps this school year, one sock at a time. The Texas 4-H Foundation launched its Back to School Sock Bash fundraiser Monday, partnering with Bloom Socks to raise money for local 4-H programs. The fundraiser runs through Aug. 15.
Enrollment is open at MES
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Madisonville Elementary School will accept new student enrollment throughout the summer and into August. The school office will be open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m.
MADISON COUNTY BABY SHOWER
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Expectant mothers received information and baby supplies during a community baby shower on Thursday, July 17, at the Madison County WIC office in Madison ville. The event, hosted by Bryan Pregnancy Center and the WIC office, provided diapers, baby items, and resources to pregnant women in the county.
MIDWAY VFD PURCHASES 5 ACRES
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Midway Volunteer Fire Department members celebrated the purchase of 5 acres for a future fire station at Mustang Title on Thursday, July 17. The land, located within Midway city limits, will allow the department to expand emer gency services in the community.
City water rates could go up
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The Madisonville City Council will consider raising water rates when they meet again in August following a work session discussion Monday night at City Hall. City Manager Fabrice Kabona proposed a 7.1% increase for residential customers living within city limits.
Walker County takes over juvenile probation
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Madison County commissioners approved an agreement with Walker County to handle juvenile probation services for up to $45,000 per year during their July 8 meeting. The agreement comes after the county’s chief juvenile probation officer left for another position.
