Starting the new year, the Madisonville Police Department was dispatched to 204 South May St. on a robbery in progress at the VIP Smoke shop on Monday, Jan. 1, at 10:50 p.m.

Editor’s Note: Opinions in this column are not representative of the views of The Madisonville Meteor. Remember the days when Jack Hunter was frequently seen around Madisonville? Back when he was the County Agent for Madison County? These days Hunter primarily spends his time in Normangee since he is President of Normangee State Bank. But Hunter may once again be a familiar face around his hometown, according to Joel Shaw , CEO of Normangee State Bank.

Out with the old, in with the new

Hilltop Lakes Equestrian Association continues its heartwarming tradition of bringing Christmas spirit, and Spirit the mini pony, to visit the senior care centers in Madisonville. Courtesy photo 

Madison County District Attorney’s Office first Angel Tree program was successful with Celia Guerreo, Lisa Long and Ashley Penaloza helping lead the charge and wrapping presents. DA Investigators Steve Jeter and Aaron Campbell helped deliver the gifts.

Santa Claus paid a special visit to the children at Rita’s Playschool in Madisonville Wednesday, Dec. 20. At first the children were cautious, many of them never having borne witness to the man himself — but once he started speaking, the children quickly warmed up and were mesmerized.

City officials of Madisonville have stated that they are working with Entergy Texas to make sure the city is equipped to respond to any challenges during the winter months. An order for three generators has been placed to support the city’s water well and police department; however, according to City Manager Fabrice Kabona, delays have pushed the arrival of the generators into next year, which means the city is exploring different options.