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Sheriff’s Office Budget Work Session: Swanson Interrupts
Madison County Supervisors met on Tuesday to continue their budget discussions, including the budget for the Sheriff’s Office. The Supervisors annually discuss each department and…
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State Board Dismisses Open Meetings Violation Complaints against Madison County Supervisors
In January, the Iowa Public Information Board dismissed two similar open meetings complaints filed against the Madison County Board of Supervisors, concluding that the allegations…
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Swanson Arrested in Texas in 2020; Misdemeanor Not Disclosed
Documents recently provided to The Madison Report show a discrepancy between Madison County Attorney Stephen Swanson’s 2024 application for appointment as County Attorney and Texas…
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Madison County Celebrates 180 Years: A look back at its history
On Tuesday, Madison County, Iowa, marks the 180th anniversary of its establishment by the Iowa Territorial Legislature. The Madison Report reflects on a county history…
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Early Look at Madison County’s 2026 Primary Races
Madison County, Iowa, has eight elected county offices, five of which will be on the ballot in 2026. Those include the Treasurer, Attorney, Recorder and…
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2026 Madison County Supervisors Organizational Meeting Held
The Madison County Board of Supervisors held their annual organizational meeting on Friday, January 2, 2026. At the beginning of the calendar year, each County…
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Two Bids Received for Annual County Audit: $106,000 Cost Difference Over Three-Year Period
The Madison County Supervisors met on Tuesday, November 25, for their regularly scheduled meeting. On the agenda was the opening of bids for the annual…
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Iowa’s New Anti-SLAPP Law: A Win for Free Speech and Citizen Journalism
In a major victory for free speech, Iowa has joined the majority of states enacting laws to protect citizens from being silenced by meritless lawsuits.…
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The Madison Report: Expanding our News Coverage
The Madison Report was born from a need for truth and transparency. We are now expanding our reach beyond our YouTube channel and Facebook page…
Latest Posts
- Sheriff’s Office Budget Work Session: Swanson Interrupts
- State Board Dismisses Open Meetings Violation Complaints against Madison County Supervisors
- Swanson Arrested in Texas in 2020; Misdemeanor Not Disclosed
- Madison County Celebrates 180 Years: A look back at its history
- Early Look at Madison County’s 2026 Primary Races
