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Fresh vegetables now grow where bank statements once dominated conversation at Normangee State Bank’s Madisonville branch, as CEO Joel Shaw and local gardening expert Tony Clifton launch a community garden project aimed at feeding neighbors and inspiring local green thumbs.

The North Zulch Independent School District’s gifted and talented students unveiled their documentary “They Stand in the Gap” to resounding applause during a Veterans Day assembly. The film features powerful interviews about World War II and modern conflicts in the Middle East.

To “Protect and Serve” takes on a special meaning for the Madison County Sheriff’s Office this time of the year as it prepares for Operation Blue Santa. Spearheading this labor of love for Madison County children, families, veterans and the elderly is Sergeant Calicia Kampf.

The following persons were arrested or booked into the Madison County jail on Sunday, Nov. 3 through Sunday, Nov.

By RICHARD SIRMAN richard.sirman@ madisonvillemeteor. com Madison County Commissioners approved several major infrastructure projects during their regular meeting Tuesday, including a comprehensive jail control system upgrade and extensive courthouse plumbing repairs estimated at $600,000.