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Screwworm returns to Texas

12 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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Sheppard, Schmidt close out careers at MHS

1 month ago By Richard Sirman

Madisonville High School will lose its principal and band director when the school year ends in May. Shelli Sheppard graduated from MHS in 1987 and returned to the district to teach in 1992.

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MCMAHONS BRING 1836 SOLDIERS CAMP TO LIFE AT ANTIOCH

1 month ago By News Staff

Three generations of the McMahon family of Madison County brought an 1836 soldiers camp to life Saturday on the grounds of Antioch Church of Christ, less than a mile from the historic Robbins

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Commissioners approve Bailey plat split variance

1 month ago By Richard Sirman

Madison County Commissioners on Tuesday approved a three-tract split of the John Paul and Carolyn E. Bailey property along FM 1452 W, granting a variance for the largest parcel.

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Revised Eastridge subdivision property OK’d

1 month ago By Richard Sirman

An Eastridge Subdivision replat postponed by commissioners two weeks ago was approved after the property owners made changes to the access strip. Jack Dale and Jackie Jarrett, looking to split Lot 12 on Eastridge Lane into two residential tracts, switched the amount of accessible land to 45 feet for approval April 28.

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Charges added, items recovered in saddle theft case

1 month ago By Richard Sirman

A Brookshire man faces five criminal charges after a North Zulch saddle theft investigation expanded to include additional felony offenses, according to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. Henry Charles Fowler Jr.

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Madisonville Feed Center closes after 55 years

1 month ago By Richard Sirman

Residents reflect on community hub as owner’s health forces decision Madisonville Feed Center will close its doors April 30, ending 55 years of business at 803 N. May St.

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Public meeting set for TxDOT I-45 widening

1 month ago By Richard Sirman

State transportation officials are seeking public input on plans to widen Interstate 45 through Madison and Walker counties. The Texas Department of Transportation will host a public meeting April 30 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

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Wallin named NZISD athletic director

1 month ago By Richard Sirman

NORTH ZULCH — Trustees looked in house and promoted North Zulch Independent School District’s head boys basketball coach to lead athletics and bring stability to a department facing turnout concerns.

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NZFFA teams cap seasons at state

1 month ago By Courtesy Photos

The North Zulch FFA Poultry team competed in the state contest at Texas A&M University. From left, members Thade B, Lily S, Macy C, and Joshua G. wrapped up the season.