The Fifth Annual Barrel Race for the First Responders of Madison County will take place at Champion Fit Equine Arena on April 12, with proceeds benefiting local emergency personnel. “We are super excited to produce the 5th Annual Race for the first responders of Madison County,” Haylei Lively said.

A flag donation to the Madisonville Post Office led to a complete grounds renovation after Madison County Veterans Service Officer Erica Greene discovered issues with the facility’s flagpole. Greenewenttothepost officetodonateaPOW/ MIA flag, which federal law requires to be displayed alongside the American flag.

Madison County 4-H will host its 5K Color Run fundraiser Saturday, April 12, at the Madison County Fairgrounds. The fundraiser supports local 4-H youth programs, with all proceeds returning to Madison County 4-H.

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A dog once struggling to adapt to home life has become a crucial asset for the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, making history as the agency’s first K-9 officer. Maverick, formerly known as Randy, is now a nationally certified Narcotics Detection dog and one of the few pit bulls serving in law enforcement across the United States.

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