June 2023

Lena “LaNell” Haire was 91 years, 2 months and 2 days. She went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Friday, June 23, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Lena (Lander) Baker; stepmother, Linnie Rigsby Baker; brothers, Donald, James and Vernon Baker; sisters, Mozelle Culbert, Fannie Farris, Ollie Swanner, and Betty Blackwell; husband, Carl Blake; and grandson, Joshua Blake Longley.

Mary Joyce (Williams) Emert; 88 years, 3 months, 30 days; of Madisonville, TX; passed away peacefully on Thursday; June 22, 2023 in Madisonville, TX knowing God needed another matriarch and angel to help manage all the loved ones and friends who had gone before her.

Madison County residents again celebrated Juneteenth this year. Everything seemed bigger, happier, and hotter.

Saturday, June 10th – A Barbeque Benefit was held at The Bedias Civic Center in support of Rhonda Bouillon, a well-loved member of the community of Bedias who was recently diagnosed with stage one pancreatic cancer.

Weather forecasters say temperatures will hover around 99 degrees this weekend. Even so, it’s going to be a busy one ‘round our town, so grab your hat, your sunglasses, that water bottle and go enjoy the fun.

The City of Madisonville has issued a 90-day notice to all residents regarding an upcoming rate increase for water and wastewater services. Starting with the October 2023 billing cycle, residents can expect to see adjustments reflected on their bills.

Former Texas A&M golfer Sam Bennett showcased his talent at the 123rd U.S. Open, concluding the tournament with a commendable final round 71 to finish +5 overall. This marked Bennett's second major tournament appearance, his first as a professional, where he secured a tied 43rd place.