Madeleine Leroux is the HER Magazine and features editor for the Jefferson City News Tribune. She previously spent five years covering Jefferson City government news before taking on editor roles in other areas of Missouri and Arkansas. A Chicago native, she studied news-editorial journalism at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale before moving to Missouri, where she has worked in Waynesville and Columbia, in addition to Jefferson City. Madeleine loves history books, coffee and good music, as well as her family, which includes two cats and one very petite dog.
Food & Drink Fest set for tonight
Enjoy some time outside with good food, drinks and live music at the second Food & Drink Fest tonight at The Millbottom.
Jul. 9 2020 @ 12:05am
‘Something Rotten!’ combines
musical, comedy with Shakespeare
In times of unrest, comedy can be just the right medicine.At least that what Rob Crouse, founder of Capital City Productions, believes as the organization prepares to open its latest show, the comedy musical “Something Rotten!” The show, which Crouse described as the most Mel Brooks-like comedy that didn’t come from Mel Brooks, is set in 1590 when brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom write the very first musical as part of an effort to try and break out of the shadow of the Renaissance rock star William Shakespeare.
Jul. 9 2020 @ 12:05am
River Park awarded Golden Hammer
The former JCD Furniture Building has come alive in the past two years, thanks to the extensive renovation work of Charles Jon Christiansen, who has turned the property into River Park, housing a retail store, restaurant and offices.
Jul. 5 2020 @ 12:15am
Fourth of July celebrations set across Mid-Missouri
While Salute to America in Jefferson City offers plenty of activities and a major fireworks show this weekend, it is not the only way to celebrate the birth of our nation. Check out what other celebrations are planned in Mid-Missouri:
Jun. 30 2020 @ 8:33am
Broadway Street home receives Southside Pride Award
The Southside Pride Appearance Award for spring 2020 has been given to the Wells family at 908 Broadway St.
Jun. 25 2020 @ 11:34pm
Bringing in the weekend with food trucks
Food trucks should not be hard to find Friday.
Jun. 25 2020 @ 12:05am
Capital Ritz celebrates reopening
For the last few months, it's been a little quieter than normal at Capital Ritz Banquet & Dance Center.
Jun. 25 2020 @ 12:05am
Bringing joy to the community
In times of unrest and upheaval, it can be nice to escape to another world, at least for a little while.
Jun. 18 2020 @ 12:05am
Enjoy a day with the dogs
Ready to get out and enjoy some activities with your furry best friend?Grab your pup and head over to the JCMO Pet Plaza at 1005 Big Horn Drive on Saturday afternoon for the Furry Scurry.
Jun. 18 2020 @ 12:05am
High school seniors find ways to celebrate prom
For high school seniors, this has been an especially unusual year.With the global pandemic taking hold in the United States in March, many students did not return after spring break.
Jun. 7 2020 @ 12:05am
'Bonnie & Clyde' hits the stage
After nearly six months, Capital City Productions is ready to open its doors to an audience again.
May. 27 2020 @ 11:46pm
Local theaters hope for safe, strong reopenings
After weeks of empty seats and closed doors, local theater groups are considering how they can return to performing for audiences while balancing the new concerns of life amid a global pandemic.
May. 23 2020 @ 11:19pm
PorchFest JCMO goes virtual
PorchFest JCMO is still on for this weekend, but the event has gone virtual to help ensure everyone's safety.
May. 1 2020 @ 12:05am
Recovery groups move online to support social distancing
With social distancing rules, local recovery groups have had to adapt and use technology to help keep their social connections alive.
Apr. 11 2020 @ 12:05am
Stay Home MidMo: Your guide to pass the time during COVID-19
As many of us hunker down in our homes to help slow the spread of the novel coronavirus or COVID-19, some may be starting to go a little stir crazy. The News Tribune wants to help guide you to the many options available for how to pass the time enjoyably.
Apr. 10 2020 @ 11:00am
More time at home means more time for crafts
The new normal means more time at home for all of us, and many may be searching for more productive ways to pass the time than another binging session on Netflix.
Apr. 5 2020 @ 12:07am
Homemade masks being donated to area medical, care facilities
As the coronavirus continues to spread across the United States, many people are looking for ways to help and finding comfort in making and donating face masks.
Mar. 25 2020 @ 10:44pm
Coronavirus closures lead couple to unexpected elopement
After months of planning, Brad Wilson and Brooke Cook tied the knot last weekend.Only nothing went as planned.
Mar. 22 2020 @ 12:05am
Funeral homes adjust services in wake of coronavirus restrictions
With restrictions in place on public gatherings, Mid-Missouri funeral homes are having to find new ways to serve customers.
Mar. 18 2020 @ 11:07pm
GoMidMO Expo postponed due to public health concerns
The GoMidMO Expo planned for Saturday has been postponed due to public health concerns.
Mar. 12 2020 @ 10:10am