Looking Back at Carter’s Grocery!
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If you’ve only been in Madison County for forty years, some facts below may be news to you. If you’ve been here longer, it will be a walk down memory lane that I hope you enjoy it.
‘Aggressive’ hurricane forecast for Gulf Coast
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Colorado State University researchers are calling this year’s hurricane season forecast “the most aggressive” ever, the Texas Standard reported. They say there is a 54% chance a hurricane will strike the Texas coast, and a 25% chance it will be major.
Texas Silver-Haired Legislature update
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In May, the 20th Texas Silver-Haired Legislature will meet in Austin to discuss and debate proposed Resolutions aimed at addressing issues unique to older Texans - and by extension all citizens. For instance, younger citizens may have older family members financially exploited because of their age or have concerns about staffing ratios in Alzheimer’s facilities where family members reside.
NAACP Chapter to host workshop
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The local NAACP has announced a workshop on single-family home repair loans and grants, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Volleyball fundraiser for baby Waylon
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The Madisonville community is coming together to support one of their youngest members, baby Waylon, by holding a co-ed volleyball tournament fundraiser on Saturday, April 27 at Madisonville High School.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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CALENDAR Send your events two weeks prior to scheduling to lyndie.dunn@madisonvillemeteor.com FANNIN OAKS Texas Hold’em April 19, 6:30 p.m. Come join a fun filled poker night! 936-348-6264 TWIN OAKS HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE April 20, 7 a.m.
Lady Mustangs stumble in tough losses
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The Madisonville Lady Mustangs softball team has faced a series of difficult games starting off with a game against the Rusk Lady Eagles. Despite a strong offensive effort, defensive miscues, and strong pitching from Rusk proved too much to overcome in a 12-5 loss.
Madisonville Mustangs struggle in recent bouts
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The Madisonville Mustangs varsity baseball team had a difficult week during the week of April 10 and April 12, dropping games to the Hudson Hornets and Bullard Panthers. On Wednesday, April 10, the Mustangs hosted the Hornets, who struck first in the top of the 1st inning, as Cutter Warren homered and Diesel Gonzales and Jake Davis each singled to take a quick 3-0 lead.
ATHLETES PLACE STRONG AT 17/18-4A AREA MEET
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Madisonville High School's track and field teams had an impressive showing at the 17/18-4A Area Meet held at Spring Hill High School on Thursday, April 11..
JAIL LOG
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The following persons were arrested or booked into the Madison County jail on Sunday, April 7 through Sunday, April 14. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
