In an effort to preserve the county’s history and assist those interested in tracking their heritage, the Madison County Historical Society is working to account for each and every gravesite in the county. 

Frank Anderson is the winner of the Madison County Lions Club’s 18th annual Madison Award. The award is intended to recognize and encourage outstanding voluntary service in Madison County. While the award is presented each year to one outstanding individual, it honors all those who are part of the community of caring in Madison County.

Madison County’s future leaders are set to attend a statewide conference to hone their diplomacy skills. Madison American Legion Post 157 has selected Madison County High School juniors Joseph Adams Jr., Michael Butters Jr., Julie Eaheart and Sara-Margaret Graves, to attend the 2008 Virginia Boys and Girls State conferences this summer.

It is time for this year’s Community Conversation on Aging, a public forum for citizens and organizations in Madison County. This two-way conversation is an opportunity to the community to hear about progress and provide feedback on senior needs and issues. All community members are welcome, including older adults, their families and all concerned with senior quality of life and services. (The event is set for 10 a.m.-noon May 29 at Beth Car Baptist Church in Madison.). 

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