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Legion member achieves childhood goal for youth skaters

4 months ago By Richard Sirman

The concrete slab behind Austin Reed American Legion Post 84 that sat empty for years is now host to young skaters, with plans in motion to turn it into a proper skate park. Jason Phillips saw that slab when he joined the Legion less than a year ago.

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Winter storm stalls city manager search

4 months ago By Richard Sirman

City Council's search for a permanent city manager hit another delay this week, as officials were forced to cancel Monday's meeting following Madisonville’s icy weekend flurry. The council will meet at 6 p.m.

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Winter storm claims victory over Sheriff's Office

4 months ago By Richard Sirman

A pipe at the Madison County Sheriff's Office decided it had enough of winter Monday, Jan. 26.

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Chili cook-off set for Feb. 7

4 months ago By Special To The Meteor

NORTH ZULCH — Chili cooks will fire up their pots Saturday, Feb. 7 at the North Zulch Volunteer Fire Department's 9th Annual Chili Cook-Off.

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BRISHER EARNS SERGEANT STRIPES

4 months ago By News Staff

Patrol Sgt. Dustin Brisher (left) shakes hands with Madisonville Police Chief Herbert Gilbert after his promotion Thursday, Jan. 23. Brisher received the Exceptional Police Service Award in December.

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RESIDENTS CAPTURE WINTER STORM

4 months ago By News Staff

Madison County residents captured scenes from the arctic blast that hit the region over the weekend. Temperatures dropped into the single digits as ice and snow blanketed the area, closing schools and government offices Monday.

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Madison County prepares for arctic blast

4 months ago By Richard Sirman

Madison County residents should prepare for an arctic blast expected to bring freezing rain, ice and dangerously cold temperatures through early next week.

The Madison County Emergency Management Operations Team announced plans Friday, Jan. 23 to help residents weather the storm. Temperatures are forecast to drop into the single digits by Monday, Jan. 26, with lows near 6 degrees expected in Madisonville.

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Fire, police review 2025 as city talks Q1

4 months ago By Richard Sirman

Madisonville department heads shed light on a busy 2025 and offered fiscal year updates heading into 2026 during the City Council meeting Jan. 13.

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Wiffle ball world record attempt eyes Madisonville diamonds

4 months ago By Richard Sirman

A group of wiffle ball enthusiasts is looking toward Madisonville as host city for a potential world record-breaking tournament this fall.

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FC Mustang Blue Tie Tournament Opener

4 months ago By News Staff

FC Mustangs Blue soccer players celebrate after going 1-0-1 in their first tournament of the year. Another win sends the team to the championship match after opening tournament action with a 3-3 draw and 1-0 victory.

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