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The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 23Truck fills with shredded documents
Madison County employees and volunteers load boxes of sensitive documents into a truck for shredding outside the courthouse Sept. 17. The free event was hosted by the Office of Emergency Management fo
The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 23UDC chapter marks 44 years
McDonald-Sloan Chapter 2460 of the United Daughters of the Confederacy marked its 44th anniversary Sept. 18, celebrating a legacy of historical, educational and patriotic service in Madison County. Chartered in 1982 with 19 members, the chapter remains active in preserving local…
The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 23COUNTY HOSTS SHREDDING EVENT
COURTESY PHOTOS Madison County Office of Emergency Management held a document shredding event Sept. 17 in front of the courthouse. Volunteers and county employees helped residents shred sensitive docu
The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 23National Night Out set for Oct. 6
Madisonville Police Department will host National Night Out from 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 6 at Lake Madison Park. The free event will feature door prizes, music, food and pet adoptions while bringing neighbors and law enforcement together.
The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 23Library director earns UDC ancestor certificates
Madison County Library director Veronica Landmann received UDC certificates recognizing four ancestors who served in the Civil War. The McDonald-Sloan Chapter 2460 honored research she and registrar Patricia Stephenson completed on the Choate family’s wartime service and losses.
The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 23FARM BUREAU HEARS SCREWWORM WARNING
COURTESY PHOTOS BY TED BRITTON Madison County Farm Bureau members attend the annual meeting in Madisonville. About 200 members were served a steak dinner, and Dr. Greg Buenger of the Texas Farm Bureau
The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 16FIREFIGHTER CLIMBS 110 FLIGHTS FOR 9/11 TRIBUTE
A firefighter climbed 110 flights of stairs to honor the 9/11 victims, mirroring the ascent first responders made at the World Trade Center. The tribute served as a powerful reminder of courage, sacrifice, and remembrance.
The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 16Madisonville Celebrates Hispanic Heritage
Madisonville marked Hispanic Heritage Month with a celebration honoring the culture, history and contributions of its Hispanic community. The event brought residents together for music, food and a shared sense of pride.
City of College Station
Published September 09Brazos Valley ranks among the top 8% worldwide in 2026 City Nature Challenge
The results are in, and the Brazos Valley made a big impact during last spring's City Nature Challenge! For four days in late April, residents and nature enthusiasts across Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Lee, Madison and Robertson counties documented plants, animals and fungi as part…
The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 09Paws and Strides
Pet owners, their dogs and a rabbit in a backpack wore paw-print medals after the Pet Fun Run at Lake Madison Park. The event raised funds for the park's future outdoor fitness court. COURTESY PHOTO
The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 09NUCOR DONATES $3,000 FOR FACILITY DOG
Nucor has donated $3,000 to help fund a facility dog, supporting a new resource for comfort and care at the local facility. The contribution will help bring the dog to those who may benefit most.
The Madisonville Meteor
Published September 09First Brew Coffee House raises funds for North Zulch VFD
First Brew Coffee House in North Zulch is collecting round-up donations throughout September to support the North Zulch Volunteer Fire Department. Customers can add to their bill at checkout, and 100% of the proceeds will go to the department during Firefighter Appreciation…