The 2025 Madison County Visitor’s Guide is now available, offering an updated and comprehensive resource for exploring the rich heritage, scenic landscapes, local businesses and services and vibrant ...

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The 2025 John Wayne Birthday Celebration is fast approaching, so mark your calendars for Friday, May 23, and Saturday, May 24. Presented by the John Wayne Birthplace and Museum, this year’s ...

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Why do the Arts Matter? Arts are an important thread running through our community, offering unique ways to express our identity and nurture creativity. In Madison County, the arts are far more than ...

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A crowd of concerned Madison County citizens turned out for this week’s county supervisors' meeting on Tuesday morning. Tensions were high throughout the meeting, with many citizens shouting and ...

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A local child care center in Winterset celebrated big wins during this year’s Week of the Young Child, receiving special grant funding to enhance the week’s activities and welcoming a meaningful visit ...

Joyce Franklin has owned and operated a quilt shop for over 43 years. Some of you may recall when she had her shop in Creston. In 1979, she was teaching adult education classes at Southwestern ...

Early spring paddling can provide solitude, exercise and an opportunity to see amazing wildlife. Extra precautions are needed to stay safe with unpredictable spring weather and fluctuating ...

Dear Editor: Last week I attended the County Board of Supervisors meeting. I appreciate the time and diligence put in to manage the county by elected supervisors and office holders, county employees, ...