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Former soldier found guilty of killing pregnant 19-year-old

4 days ago By Richard Sirman

After a 22-year investigation that spanned two continents, Shannon Wilkerson, a former soldier, was convicted on Monday, May 6, for the murder of 19-year-old Amanda Gonzales in 2001, according to a Justice Department press release.

Gonzales, who was pregnant at the time of the murder, was found in her barracks in Hanau, Germany, on Nov 5, 2001. She was found fatally beaten and strangled.

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NZISD probes letter that violated privacy

3 years ago By Campbell Atkins Campbell.atkins@madisonvillemeteor.com

North Zulch ISD is launching a legal investigation into an incident in which someone sent letters to students in the district last week accusing the district of nepotism and racism allegations which have not been substantiated at this time.

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Madisonville Youth Football & Cheer

3 years ago By News Staff

Sign-up for Madisonville Youth Football and Cheer will take place at the Madisonville Walmart Saturday, April 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fees are $100 for football and $125 for cheer. Flag football will be ages 4-5 while ages 6-12 participate in football and cheer. For more information, contact Lee Juarez (979-571-1792), D’Anna Garza (936-499- 5148) or Ruben Garza (936-443-0680)

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Madisonville Cemetery Assoc. Announcement

3 years ago By News Staff

The Madisonville Cemetery Association will hold its Annual Membership Meeting Saturday, April 10 at 10 a.m. The meeting will be held in the Madisonville Cemetery near the Information Center, weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, the meeting will be moved to the Truman Kimbro Convention Center.

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‘ROUND TOWN

3 years ago By News Staff

Washing those hands applies to more than COVID these days. The stomach bug is going around and, evidently, it likes circling our town, since it seems in no hurry to go away.

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Camarillo memorialized with tree planting

3 years ago By Campbell Atkins Campbell.atkins @madisonvillemeteor.com

Madisonville City and Madison County Officials gathered between Madisonville City Hall and the Police Station Monday to hold a Celebration of Life and Tree Dedication ceremony for MPD Sgt. Hector Camarillo on the one year anniversary of his passing.

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HOPPY EASTER

3 years ago By News Staff

Rita’s Playschool hosted their 40th Annual Easter Parade and Egg Hunt Saturday with over 3,000 eggs hidden for local children to locate. The parade went around the square in downtown Madisonville and ended at First Baptist Church, where the Easter egg hunt was held. CALEB HOLDEN

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Serving Heroes

3 years ago By Campbell Atkins Campbell.atkins @madisonvillemeteor.com

“Man’s best friend” holds an invaluable role in the ranks of military and law enforcement-related operations, making life easier for those who put everything on the line for everyday citizens. When the duty is done, dogs remain a critical part of the recovery process for countless individuals across the country.

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OSR announces latest local road updates

3 years ago By Special To The Meteor

Round-the-clock roadwork began to complete the intersection of FM 39 and OSR from 1st Street to Hall Street in Normangee Monday and was expected to take five days to complete at the onset of the project, according to a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) press release.

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Meet the Candidates at the Kimbro

3 years ago By Staff Reports

Kevin Counsil (Madison County Republican Party Chair) and Gary Lindsey (Madison County Democrat Party Chair) have put together a candidate forum prior to early voting for the upcoming May 1 election. The decided date will be Tuesday, April 13, at 6:30 p.m. in the Truman Kimbro Center in Madisonville.

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Madisonville Cemetery Assoc. Announcement

3 years ago By News Staff

The Madisonville Cemetery Association will hold its Annual Membership Meeting Saturday, April 10 at 10 a.m. The meeting will be held in the Madisonville Cemetery near the Information Center, weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, the meeting will be moved to the Truman Kimbro Convention Center.

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Honoring a local hero

May 15, 2024 - 07:06

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office announced the passing of Senior Deputy John Kindon, who died off-duty Monday, May 6. Kindon, who joined the office in September 2016, has left a profound void in the hearts of the community he served, causing many departments within the county to take off work on Tuesday, May 14, to attend his funeral services, which started at 10 a.m.

Commissioners navigate a full agenda

May 15, 2024 - 07:06

The Madison County Commissioners court met on Monday, May 13, a day earlier than its regularly scheduled meeting, to allow anyone in the county offices to attend Senior Deputy John Kindon’s funeral.

MCISD Board meeting discusses special education

May 15, 2024 - 07:06

The Madisonville Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees held their regular meeting on Monday, May 13, covering topics including Thomas Dean’s presentation. During the meeting, Thomas Dean from the Texas FFA Ford Leadership Scholars program presented “Roofs for Rufus” to the board and the audience.

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