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Screwworm returns to Texas

9 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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HIGH ROLLERS & Baby Strollers

1 year ago By News Staff

The Heart & Hands Family Care Center hosted its annual 'Heart & Hands Night' fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 20 at Fannin Oaks in Madisonville. The event featured a catered dinner by Mallett Brothers, live and silent auctions, and raffles for firearms. Proceeds will help fund new equipment and needed renovations for the center.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

1 year ago By News Staff

Calendar LANIER STEVENS GOSPEL Elwood Baptist Church hosting gospel Tuesday, Oct. 8, Dinner served at 6 p.m.

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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, Sep. 22 through Sunday, Sep, 29.

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STOP-THE-BLEED

1 year ago By News Staff

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LOCKDOWN DRILL

1 year ago By News Staff

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Volunteers needed to build beds for local children

1 year ago By Special To The Meteor

Sleep in Heavenly Peace is seeking volunteers to help build beds for children in need. The local chapter plans to construct 10 beds on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 601 S. Mary St. in Madisonville.

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'Sound the Alarm' Event Kicks Off National Fire Prevention Week

1 year ago By Special To The Meteor

The Madison County Library will host a special story time event, “Sound the Alarm,” on Thursday, Oct. 10, at 10 a.m.

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WoodmenLife Chapter Donates to NZISD

1 year ago By Special To The Meteor

WoodmenLife Madisonville Chapter 4647 stepped up to the plate for North Zulch Independent School District students, donating new flags and backpacks filled with food. The flags, a symbol of patriotism, will fly high on the school’s flagpoles.

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Wings & Wheels at MADISONVILLE’S FLY-IN

1 year ago By News Staff

Spectators admire vintage aircraft and classic cars at Madisonville Municipal Airport’s first Fly-In & Car Show Saturday, Sept. 28. The event, organized by Lazy Eight Flight School and the city of Madisonville, drew 30 planes and about 20 vehicles. City officials promise an expanded event for next year, slated for Sept. 27, 2025, with more vendors, food options, and activities for children.