The Madisonville Meteor

07/25/2025

Madison County commissioners propose a 2-cent tax increase, bringing the rate to 50 cents for 2025. But why is the county paying thousands more than neighboring counties for public defender services?

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Madison County Commissioners proposed a 50-cent tax rate for 2025 and postponed a decision on a public defender agreement during their Tuesday, July 22, meeting. “This is not the tax rate that is being adopted.

07/24/2025

One of Texas' Top 10 Most Wanted fugitives was arrested in North Zulch on Monday, July 14. Brandon Gilbert had been on the run since December.

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A man on the Texas’ Top 10 Most Wanted list was arrested Monday in North Zulch after law enforcement tracked him to Madison County. Brandon Dewayne Gilbert, 35, had been wanted since December 2024 for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon causing bodily harm, according to the Brazos County Sheri...

07/24/2025

A Madison County mother found hope after losing her 19-year-old son in a 2022 crash. Now she volunteers with the nonprofit that helped her heal.

Read how First Touch Family supports bereaved parents during July's awareness month and throughout the year. ⤵

When Dorothy Harris received a blessing box after her son died, she never imagined it would change her life. Three years have passed since Stephen Harris died in a July 2022 crash on Interstate 45 near Madisonville.

07/23/2025

Two weeks after six firefighters walked out, North Zulch VFD has a new leader and a fresh start.

All resigned members are back, and new volunteers could soon join, while new interim Chief Chuck Wiedecker says they're accomplishing more in one week than they have in years.

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Six firefighters who resigned from the North Zulch Volunteer Fire Department on July 7 have returned to duty after Tony Clay resigned as fire chief last week. Chuck Wiedecker, the former assistant chief, now serves as interim chief until elections in December 2025.

07/19/2025

Madisonville City Council considers a 7.1% increase to water bills to address a $365,460 deficit. Residential customers could pay about $6 more monthly. In addition, the Police Department is down two officers, Starbucks is opening on Aug. 4, and the city is to receive a tourism designation.

The Madisonville City Council will consider raising water rates when they meet again in August following a work session discussion Monday night at City Hall. City Manager Fabrice Kabona proposed a 7.1% increase for residential customers living within city limits.

07/18/2025

Madisonville man arrested on aggravated robbery charges after attempting to flee from offices on North Madison street.

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A man facing multiple charges including aggravated robbery was arrested on Thursday, July 10, after attempting to flee from officers on North Madison Street. Kendrick Alexander Kishun Davis, who had been wanted since July 5 for aggravated robbery with a handgun, was taken into custody in the 700 blo...

07/17/2025

Madisonville High School valedictorian Riley Farris channeled the loss of her father into a powerful message that helped elect her as Texas FFA's first-ever state president from Madison County.

Read how this remarkable young woman will lead 187,000 FFA members statewide.⤵

Riley Farris drew from personal tragedy to deliver a speech that helped elect her as the first Madisonville FFA member to serve as Texas state president. The Madisonville High School valedictorian, who graduated in May, will lead 187,000 FFA members across more than 1,100 chapters during the 2025-20...

07/17/2025

The county approves new juvenile probation and discusses how Madison County drivers will need to find a new route next summer.

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Madison County commissioners approved an agreement with Walker County to handle juvenile probation services for up to $45,000 per year during their July 8 meeting. The agreement comes after the county’s chief juvenile probation officer left for another position.

07/16/2025

"My fear is, will they back each other up on a fire line?"

One witness stated that after six North Zulch volunteer firefighters walked out on Monday, July 7, at their business meeting. The mass exodus leaves the 14-member department without its only state-certified firefighter.

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Six members of the North Zulch Volunteer Fire Department walked out of last Monday night’s business meeting after Fire Chief Tony Clay began the session with attempts to remove firefighter David Kaufhold from the department.

07/13/2025

UPDATE: According to Amber Alert Network:
The Grimes County Sheriff's Office reports that D'Mylah was safely located a short time ago. Thanks for sharing!!!
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SHARING: Last seen in Bedias.

If you have information, please contact local law enforcement or the Grimes County Sheriff's Office at (936) 873-2151.

UPDATE: According to Amber Alert Network:
The Grimes County Sheriff's Office reports that D'Mylah was safely located a short time ago. Thanks for sharing!!!
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MISSING: D'Mylah was last seen at approximately 11:30pm Saturday, July 12, 2025, off of Highway 90 in Bedias, Grimes County.

‼️She was wearing a yellow or tan shirt and jeans If you have information, please contact local law enforcement or the Grimes County Sheriff's Office at (936) 873-2151.

07/12/2025

Three methamphetamine dealers won't see Madison County streets for a long time. One got 20 years. Read how local law enforcement helped put them behind bars in the Madisonville Meteor.

Three men convicted of dealing methamphetamine in Madison County received prison sentences ranging from 12 to 20 years after separate undercover operations by local law enforcement. Steven Morales received the longest sentence of 20 years from Judge David Moorman on May 19.

07/11/2025

Looking for some great deals.

Head on over to 212 N. Wilburt St, in Madisonville for a yard sale taking place right now 1 p.m. till 3 p.m. and tomorrow on Saturday, July 12 from 9 a.m. till 3 p.m.

You'll find furniture, clothing, and many other items, so don't miss out on great picks.