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.
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
First Girl Empowerment Day set for April
In an effort to bolster the self-esteem of girls before they hit high school, the Z-Club of Jefferson City will host its first Girl Empowerment Day next month.
Mar. 12 2020 @ 12:15am
CCP's 'Dixie's Tupperware Party' opens tonight at Woodcrest Chapel
Get ready — this is not your average Tupperware party.Capital City Productions will present "Dixie's Tupperware Party" starting tonight at Woodcrest Chapel at Capital Mall, 3600 Country Club Drive.
Mar. 12 2020 @ 12:05am
Scene One Theatre's 'Constellations' combines romance, astrophysics
Romance and astrophysics combine in Scene One Theatre's latest production, "Constellations." Opening next week, "Constellations" tells the story of a romantic relationship between a man and a woman, played by Jerico Whitaker and Megan Wadley.
Mar. 12 2020 @ 12:05am
Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade set for Saturday
Break out the green and start looking for shamrocks — St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner.
Mar. 12 2020 @ 12:05am
'The Little Mermaid' to open next week at Helias
For five particular students, the moment the curtain rises on Helias Catholic High School's spring musical, "The Little Mermaid," is exactly the one they've been waiting for.
Mar. 5 2020 @ 12:05am
JC MoMA seeks submissions for spring art contest
The Jefferson City Museum of Modern Art is asking elementary and middle school students to celebrate childhood by showing what inspires them as part of the annual spring art contest.
Mar. 5 2020 @ 12:05am
Black Light Bingo to benefit Honor Flight, Community Breast Care Project
Break out your black lights and bingo cards for a party in St. Martins.
Mar. 5 2020 @ 12:05am
Stained Glass Theatre to present 'Sarah, Plain and Tall'
For Bernie Houchens, the story of "Sarah, Plain and Tall" has always been a heartwarming one.But it wasn't until recently that another aspect of the story hit home.
Feb. 27 2020 @ 12:05am
HALO Annual ArtReach Auction set for March 6
HALO's annual ArtReach Auction will celebrate a special milestone for the local nonprofit — 15 years of growth.
Feb. 27 2020 @ 12:05am
Renaissance Choir to perform free community concert
Bringing music with a message, the Bethel University Renaissance Choir will return to Jefferson City this weekend.
Feb. 27 2020 @ 12:05am
Fish frys scheduled for Lenten season
The Lenten season begins next week, calling for 40 days of self-discipline as Catholics and other Christians prepare for Easter.
Feb. 20 2020 @ 12:05am
Family seeks to rebuild after fire
The MO Blues Jam, a monthly jam session, hopes to provide some relief to the Gipson family, whose home sustained smoke and fire damage.
Feb. 13 2020 @ 11:27pm
River City Music Revival seeks to celebrate local bands
Looking to celebrate local musicians, a new event will take place next weekend.
Feb. 13 2020 @ 12:10am
Capital City Productions delays first show at new venue
A fresh bout of winter weather this week caused further delays for Capital City Productions as the all-volunteer group seeks to finish the first round of renovations for its new facility.
Feb. 6 2020 @ 10:24pm
Bicycle Pub Crawl to hit the streets Saturday
Looking to bring some joy into what can be a dreary time, the Red Wheel Bike Shop is gearing up for another Bicycle Pub Crawl.
Feb. 6 2020 @ 12:05am
Lake area Mardi Gras Pub Crawl set for Saturday
The 19th annual Lake of the Ozarks Mardi Gras Pub Crawl is set for Saturday, featuring 16 locations around the lake.
Feb. 6 2020 @ 12:05am