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1941-2024 Billy Austin Andrews was born to Milton “Mit” and Marie Andrews in Bryan, Texas. He first saw the light of day on January 1, 1941 and was called home to be with the Lord on June 20, 2024 where he now lives in the purest light of all.

GALA NETTLES Editor’s Note: “Opinions in this column are not representative of the views of The Madisonville Meteor.” Quite a few families in our town who could use your support these days. First, Julia Parten , who is recovering from surgery will go this Thursday for that first doctor’s visit.

On Friday, June 14, the Texas Education Agency released the spring 2024 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness results, which, according to the TEA, showed a decline in mathematics and science.

The Madison County Commissioners Court convened on Tuesday, June 24, to discuss various topics, including an interlocal agreement for jailing and a supplemental fund for Precinct 1 for road and bridge maintenance.

School vouchers, known as school choice or parental choice, are once again becoming a topic of concern in Texas, as Governor Greg Abbott declared that the House has enough votes to pass school choice.

Natalie Newton, a 16-year-old 4-H member from Madison County, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first 4-H’er from the county to serve on the Texas 4-H State Council as the District Chairman for District 9, which includes 18 counties.