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

Elizabeth Salyers – MPHS Student of the Month for London Rotary Club – April 2026
The London Rotary Club is pleased to honor senior student Elizabeth Salyers as a Student of the Month for Madison-Plains High School (MPHS) for the month of April. 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…
Matt’s Take – A Cup of Reds Optimism
By Matt McAdow“Same old Reds” said the fans who don’t watch every single inning. Hey, I get it, I am frustrated too. I’m 31 and haven’t seen success from this organization in my entire life,…

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…
