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Screwworm returns to Texas

22 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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North Zulch Royalty

2 years ago By News Staff

North Zulch Bulldog Homecoming King River Gafford and Queen Ayesha Sunny were crowned Friday, Nov. 17, during the homecoming game. The Bulldogs defeated the International Leadership of Texas Aggieland Eagles, 25-48.

The 2023 Tiny Mr. & Miss North Zulch JT Andrus and Remi Rossow were crowned Thursday, Nov. 16. Tiny Mr & Miss North Zulch is hosted by North Zulch Ex-Students Association.

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MERCHANT SELECTED TO PERFORM WITH ALL-STATE JAZZ BAND

2 years ago By Special To The Meteor

Madisonville High School trumpet player Devin Merchant has been selected for the Texas All-State Jazz Band. In an audition process that began with over 2000 applicants from across the state, Merchant is one of only four trumpets selected to perform in the band.

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CELEBRATING NOVEMBER’S STUDENTS & EMPLOYEES

2 years ago By News Staff

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Brazos Valley TSHL meeting

2 years ago By Special To The Meteor

The 20th Texas Silver- Haired Legislature held a member development and training session in San Marcos Nov. 12-15. Topics included a review of TSHL history, the 1965 Older Americans Act, TSHL members’ role in the Texas legislative process and as legislative liaisons, use of Roberts’ Rules of Order and how to research and write good Resolutions.

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Operation Blue Santa for Holiday Assistance

2 years ago By Special To The Meteor

Operation Blue Santa is the Madison County Sheriff’s Office’s initiative, which aims to support those in need during the holiday season. The program benefits children, the elderly, and others with mobility restrictions who are eligible for nomination.

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District Attorney’s Angel Tree Project

2 years ago By Special To The Meteor

The Madison County District Attorney’s Office Presents the Angel Tree Project. This event gives the community the opportunity to purchase gifts for children and families who are victims of crimes. Other ways that you can help are donating wrapping paper and tape, and volunteering to wrap gifts.

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ANNUAL CHILI DINNER AT LIVING TRUTH CHURCH

2 years ago By News Staff

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Soil & Fertility Workshop in Madisonville

2 years ago By News Staff

Prairie View A&M University invites you to attend the free Soil and Fertility Management In-Person Workshop on Thursday, Nov. 30 at 300 W School St.

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Inaugural Christmas car show & toy drive

2 years ago By News Staff

The city of Madisonville is organizing the first Christmas car show & toy drive at Lake Madison Park, 1215 E. Collard, on Saturday, Dec.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

2 years ago By News Staff

CALENDAR Send your events two weeks prior to scheduling to lyndie.dunn@madisonvillemeteor.com MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY Christmas Cards for Veterans November – December 15 Write a Christmas Card to a Vet! They will be sent to Veterans in the 9 Veterans Homes in Texas. Cards are available for free at the Madison County Library.

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