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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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Madisonville High School Students Excel, Secure Numerous Scholarships

3 years ago By Richard Sirman

The students of Madisonville High School have reason to celebrate, as many talented individuals were awarded scholarships for their outstanding achievements. These scholarships, presented by various organizations, highlight the students' hard work, dedication, and remarkable potential.

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Madisonville Sheriff's Department Makes Major Drug Arrests

3 years ago By News Staff

The Madisonville Sheriff's Department's Narcotics Investigators, in collaboration with Madisonville Police Sergeant M. Wilson, achieved significant success in combating drug trafficking in the area with two recent arrests.

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Madisonville FFA Competes in State Career Development Events

3 years ago By News Staff

Throughout the month of April, the Madisonville FFA (Future Farmers of America) competed in multiple Career Development Events (CDE) at the state level. These contests allowed members to put their agricultural knowledge into practice and develop their technical, leadership, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

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Good Judges Matter

3 years ago By Jon Smiley

You may never see the inside of a courtroom, but the work that goes on inside is a concern to all of us. Judges hold considerable power.

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JAIL LOG

3 years ago By News Staff

The following persons were arrested or booked into the Madison County jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Pre-Teen’s Loop Catches $25,700!

3 years ago By Laura Ann Cannon

Ryder Davis, a 12-year-old Madison County youngster, hit the jackpot April 28 while competing at the United States Team Roping Championships National Finals of Team Roping at the Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth. He and his partner posted a composite time of 33.18 on four steers in the Classic Equine #8.5 Shootout to take top money, $25,700 each! When asked later about his biggest winning check before this one, he said it had been $3K. What a difference!

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MSCA celebrates 83rd annual events

3 years ago By Richard Sirman

The Madisonville Sidewalk Cattleman's Association celebrated its 83rd annual celebration event, showcasing its commitment to supporting the community and its students. The steak dinner event featured 11 scholarships, a silent auction, and an Ag-mech build auction for students from the Madisonville and North Zulch FFA chapters.

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‘ROUND TOWN

3 years ago By News Staff

GALA NETTLES Ouch. According to a recent Air Force article on Militarycom., only 23% of American youth are presently eligible to serve in our military forces.

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Madisonville Varsity Mustangs split series with Spring Hill Varsity Panthers

3 years ago By Richard Sirman

Madisonville Varsity Mustangs and Spring Hill Varsity Panthers faced off in a threegame series over the weekend, with the Mustangs snagging a late lead in the first game but losing the next two to the Panthers.

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Local Methodist Women Honor MHS Seniors with Annual Luncheon

3 years ago By News Staff

The First Methodist Church of Madisonville organized its annual event to honor Madisonville High School seniors leaving for college or other pursuits on Friday, May 5. The luncheon has been a tradition for at least 60 years, and this year's class of 2023 was described as a 'really special class' by Kristi Cleere, one of the organizers.

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