Madison County Sheriff’s Office helped numerous Madison County families have a magical Christmas on Friday, Dec. 20, as part of their annual Operation Blue Santa event.

The following persons were arrested or booked into the Madison County jail on Sunday, October 1, through Sunday, October 8. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

AUSTIN - Gov. Greg Abbott announced Wednesday, Dec. 18, that his Public Safety Office will distribute more than $500 million in grant funding, with a substantial portion strengthening local law enforcement agencies across Texas through equipment upgrades and tactical support.

Congress passed landmark veterans’ healthcare legislation on Tuesday, Dec. 17, promising sweeping reforms to VA healthcare delivery. Rural communities like Madison County may need to be creative in accessing the new resources.

The Midway City Council moved forward with several initiatives during its Monday, Nov. 18 and Monday, Dec. 16 meetings, including progress on a comprehensive city plan and improvements to City Hall’s exterior.

A Madison County man faces charges of aggravated sexual assault of a child and remains in custody at the Madison County Jail. Justin Eleiott Lee, 44, known locally as “Big-J,” was arrested Friday, Dec.

The spirit of giving filled City Park on Monday, Dec. 16 as the Madisonville Band Boosters hosted their second annual Christmas in the Park festival, raising more than $1,000 for the Mustang Band’s upcoming performance in Chicago.