Residents at Texas Loving Care Senior Living gather for an afternoon of bingo hosted by Jessica Lynn Murff of Luminos Hospice.

The following persons were arrested or booked into the Madison County jail on Sunday, December 14. through Sunday, December 21. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

A local boutique is calling for extra outerwear to help neighbors in need of a little warmth this winter. Wild Bill Boutique will host a winter coat drive Saturday, Jan.

The Texas Department of Public Safety is urging Texans to stay alert and educate themselves about the signs of human trafficking throughout January. The department oversees statewide human trafficking enforcement efforts.

A child without a seatbelt could be one wreck away from death, according to the Texas Department of Transportation, and officials want residents to report it when they see it. TxDOT runs Please Be Seated, an anonymous tip line, out of its Bryan District office.

The Madison County Juneteenth Organization will host a bingo fundraiser Saturday, Jan. 24, to support its annual Juneteenth celebration and community programs.

“I resolve to continue to work diligently to ensure our students and staff have the resources and support they need to be successful.” Keith West Superintendent Madisonville Consolidated Independent School District

Justin Kiehl (center) celebrates with his family, students, parents, and supporters after cutting the ribbon Monday, Jan 5, at Crossover Martial Arts, 209B E Main St. The faith-based dojo marks Kiehl’s second location after opening his first school in Leona two years ago.

Residents at AVIR at Madisonville enjoy a Christmas Eve party on Wednesday, Dec. 24, with some of the gifts donated by Living Truth Church and more.