Beyond Reason by Rob Perez
The PreparationLately there’s been a bit more talk about the end of the world. Not in a loud, cinematic way. No one is running or yelling. It’s quieter than that. A comment on a podcast…
Obituaries

Paul Madden – MPHS Student of the Month for London Rotary Club – May 2026
The London Rotary Club is pleased to honor senior student Paul Madden as a Student of the Month for Madison-Plains High School (MPHS) for the month of May. Students are selected by the MPHS administration…

Library
Congratulations to Pat Tangway on winning the door prize drawing at Mt. Sterling Public Library’s April Ladies’ Night Out. This popular movie potluck event is held on the last Monday of the month with the…

Madison County Track Teams Shine at County Championship Meet in London
By Ciera BierbaughMadison MessengerLONDON — Area track and field athletes gathered in London on May 5 for the 2026 Madison County High School Championship, with competitors from London, Jonathan Alder, West Jefferson and Madison-Plains turning…

Sweet Second Chances: Creative Ways to Use Leftover Easter Candy
By Ciera BierbaughMadison MessengerAfter baskets are emptied and egg hunts are over, you may find yourself with an abundance of leftover Easter candy—chocolate bunnies half-eaten, handfuls of jelly beans, and more pastel-colored sweets than anyone…
