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Pathway of Light crew members pose together during the weekend’s event at Madisonville First Baptist Church. COURTESY PHOTOS Cameron Thrower played the role of Jesus Christ on the cross during the Pathway of Light..

Kendel and Kanin Cleere traveled to Louisville, Kentucky in November to compete at the North American International Livestock Exposition, which is one of the largest beef cattle shows in the U.S. Kanin Cleere exhibited the Reserve Division Champion Shorthorn Heifer and Kendel was second in his class. Kanin is the son of Jason and Kristi Cleere, a member of Madison County 4H and attends Madisonville Jr. High School. COURTESY PHOTO

Walker County businessman Ben Bius announced his campaigns for Texas’ 12th House District seat at a breakfast meeting at Walker’s Café Monday, December 2. Bius filed to run for the office December 1.

Madisonville CISD has been one of the few school districts in the state of Texas that has seemingly weathered the COVID-19 pandemic and continued to thrive through the constant uncertainty of its consequences. Through the pandemic, MCISD has managed to raise test scores and maintain an ‘A’ rating in academic and financial accountability.

On December 2, 2021 the Madison County Retired Teacher Personnel of District VI held their annual Christmas meeting at noon at the Madisonville First Baptist Church. Co-Presidents Lorraine Coleman and Barbara Richter were very pleased with the 55 members and guests in attendance. Also in attendance were Mrs. Beth Ricciardi, District VI President and Dr. James Warner, District VI Legislative Representative. Each guest gave a short talk regarding the accomplishments of the retired teachers and how they continue to work with the legislators to improve the quality of life for the retired teachers.

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As the Temple College volleyball season progressed, Grace Williamson grew more comfortable. The freshman out of Madisonville High School played in 31 of the team's 36 matches.

The North Zulch Elementary Student Council sponsored the grand opening of the school’s new Little Free Library, a free book-sharing box where members of the community can take a book or share a book. Pictured are members of the Elementary class with the new Little Free Library. COURTESY PHOTOS

North Zulch ISD held their Homecoming festivities over the weekend, which include a bonfire and pep rally, parade and two basketball games. On Saturday, students Jonathan Medina and Shaelynn Keith were crowned the school’s Homecoming King and Queen for 2021. COURTESY PHOTO

Walker’s Cafe on the Square, with the help of Henson Brand, hosted the Madisonville footbal team prior to their playoff matchup against China Spring last week. COURTESY PHOTO Pictured with his plate of food is Izaiya Drake COURTESY PHOTO.