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.
Runge hosts event to view bald eagles on Missouri River
Below freezing temperatures and a biting wind couldn't keep people away from an opportunity to view bald eagles this weekend during the Eagle Explore at the Marion Access on the Missouri River event held by the Runge Nature Center.
Jan. 23 2021 @ 8:16pm
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
RC Flying Field issue comes down to oversight
An issue between two groups about an existing flying field for radio-controlled model airplanes and helicopters may be solved without closure or relocation of the field.
Aug. 28 2016 @ 2:00am
JCFD looks to move forward on facilities' needs
The Jefferson City Fire Department is looking to move forward on needed station repairs, with the largest planned project being the potential remodel, rebuild or relocation of Fire Station No. 2.
Aug. 25 2016 @ 10:00pm
Ice arena to reopen Sept. 2
Roughly one month after floodwater melted ice and left debris all over, the Washington Park Ice Arena should be ready to re-open.
Aug. 24 2016 @ 11:55pm
Study: East Capitol area meets blight, insanitary conditions
Jefferson City's East Capitol Avenue neighborhood meets the legal definition of blight, which could open options for the city to acquire properties in the area.
Aug. 16 2016 @ 11:55pm
Homeowners, RC Flying Club struggling to coexist
At Binder Park, right off Rainbow Lane, is a small section of the Joseph C. Miller Park where flying enthusiasts go to use radio controlled model airplanes and helicopters.
Aug. 14 2016 @ 5:55am
Truman Hotel TIF delayed further
An expected presentation to the Jefferson City Council on the proposed Truman Hotel Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan has been delayed a second time.
Aug. 14 2016 @ 5:30am
Council starts tweaking 2017 budget
The Jefferson City Council has started making its mark on the mayor's draft 2017 budget, but whether the changes will make it to the final budget is yet to be determined.
Aug. 12 2016 @ 2:04am
JC sales taxes continue to exceed projections
For the third month in a row, Jefferson City's sales taxes have exceeded projections in all three categories.
Aug. 11 2016 @ 9:40pm
Parks may not need city loan for Wellness Center
Once thought to be a needed contribution to get the desired facility, the Jefferson City Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department says it may no longer need a $1.5 million loan from the city's general fund for the planned Wellness Center.
Aug. 7 2016 @ 5:00am
LU president meets US president
It's always a good opportunity to put the name of a local university in front of the United States president.
Aug. 5 2016 @ 10:42pm
Jefferson City sales tax renewal on Tuesday's ballot
A familiar proposition will appear Tuesday on Jefferson City ballots.
Jul. 31 2016 @ 5:30am
Tobacco 21 fails to move to full City Council
After several presentations to Jefferson City committees, the Tobacco 21 proposal appears to have hit a dead end.
Jul. 28 2016 @ 10:30pm
Mayor to present draft Jefferson City budget for 2017
This week, the Jefferson City Council will begin discussions on the draft 2017 budget, which will be presented by Mayor Carrie Tergin at a meeting Monday.
Jul. 24 2016 @ 6:05am
Adrian's Island riverfront project moving forward
Access to Adrian's Island may be just around the corner.
Jul. 24 2016 @ 6:00am
Cole County Commission approves funding for 911 upgrades
The Jefferson City Police Department is planning for upgrades to its 911 operations.
Jul. 20 2016 @ 12:34am
City attorney selection process moves forward
Jefferson City is looking for a new city attorney and a dedicated committee is expected to begin interviewing candidates next week.
Jul. 12 2016 @ 10:25pm
Comley expected to be appointed interim city attorney
Jefferson City officials are expected to appoint an interim city attorney as they prepare for the departure of the current attorney Drew Hilpert.
Jul. 12 2016 @ 10:25pm
Sales tax receipts exceed projections
For the second month in a row, Jefferson City's sales taxes have exceeded projections in all three categories.
Jul. 12 2016 @ 10:00pm