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Screwworm returns to Texas

16 hours ago By News Staff

A rural pest wiped out in the United States 60 years ago has returned to Texas, but local officials say Madison County livestock are not in immediate danger.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the first New World screwworm case June 3 in a calf near La Pryor in Zavala County. Five more cases followed by June 9 — two additional calves in Zavala County, two calves in La Salle County, a goat in Gillespie County and a dog in Lea County, New Mexico.

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Midway Council Plans Growth

1 year ago By Richard Sirman

The Midway City Council moved forward with several initiatives during its Monday, Nov. 18 and Monday, Dec. 16 meetings, including progress on a comprehensive city plan and improvements to City Hall’s exterior.

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Man charged with child assault

1 year ago By Richard Sirman

A Madison County man faces charges of aggravated sexual assault of a child and remains in custody at the Madison County Jail. Justin Eleiott Lee, 44, known locally as “Big-J,” was arrested Friday, Dec.

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Band Boosters Raise Funds for Chicago

1 year ago By Richard Sirman

The spirit of giving filled City Park on Monday, Dec. 16 as the Madisonville Band Boosters hosted their second annual Christmas in the Park festival, raising more than $1,000 for the Mustang Band’s upcoming performance in Chicago.

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Veterans' Benefits Safe in Potential Government Shutdown

1 year ago By Richard Sirman

Editor’s Note: This article was written Friday, Dec. 20, and due to early holiday deadlines, could not be updated before publication.

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JAIL LOG

1 year ago By News Staff

The following persons were arrested or booked into the Madison County jail on Sunday, Dec. 15 through Thursday, Dec.

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BLUE SANTA SERVES 29 LOCAL CHILDREN

1 year ago By News Staff

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

1 year ago By News Staff

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE First Baptist North Zulch 254 Madison Ave., North Zulch, Tuesday, Dec. 24, 5 p.m.

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A second life for holiday conifers

1 year ago By Deborah Richardson

During this winter holiday season, many people bring live evergreen plants into their homes according to their tradition. Decorations include Christmas trees, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa wreaths, etc. When the season is over, most of these plants will be put in the trash or set on the curb for cities to pick up and take to a facility where they'll be ground into mulch. There are other things you can do with the plants if they haven't been chemically treated.

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Mini Horse Brings Christmas Cheer to Madisonville Care Centers

1 year ago By Special To The Meteor

The Hilltop Lakes Equestrian Association delivered holiday cheer Tuesday to three Madisonville senior care facilities as residents welcomed a special fourlegged visitor. Spirit, a miniature pony, and her companion Lila visited with seniors at Madisonville Care Center’s assisted living facility, the newly opened Madisonville Care Center nursing home and Texas Loving Care Center on Dec.

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Elvis Tribute Artist Set for Old Town Theatre Show

1 year ago By Special To The Meteor

HUNTSVILLE - Travis Powell brings his award-winning Elvis tribute show to the Old Town Theatre at 7 p.m. Jan. 4, featuring his eight-piece band Edge of Reality in what promises to be an authentic recreation of the King’s most memorable performances.

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