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According to a release, multiple law enforcement agencies worked to thwart a burglary attempt at United Rentals in Buffalo early Sunday morning, leading to a high-speed chase through several counties.

Madisonville Consolidated Independent School District held its monthly meeting on Monday, March 11, during which Superintendent Dr. Keith West provided updates on educational stands, financials, facilities, technology, and safety.

On Tuesday, March 12, the Madison County Commissioners court addressed a series of administrative and financial actions to enhance county services and operations. The court approved the annual renewal of the interlocal cooperation contract for the failure to appear program, designed for the follow-up process for individuals who do not appear for court appearances, including the issuance of warrants.

In the primary elections on Tuesday, March 5, an unprecedented tie has necessitated a unique resolution process for the Precinct 1 Commissioners’ race. Incumbent Ken Starr and challenger Billy McNutt each secured 139 votes, while Steve Parrish led with 208.

Fort Boggy State Park is hosting the 3rd Annual Glow in the Dark Snipe Egg Hunt for children 12 and under Saturday, March 30, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The event is FREE with park entrance.

Over 120 women attended Madisonville First Baptist Church’s Women’s Retreat on Saturday, Feb. 24, and many area churches were represented.

The monthly Madison County Retired Personnel welcomed two international foreign exchange students to their meeting.

The following persons were arrested or booked into the Madison County jail on March 4, 2024, through March 10, 2024. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

For the first time in its history, the Madisonville High School Band program sent three different bands to the UIL competition, winning trophies across all categories.

The varsity band earned sweepstakes honors, the JV band was awarded for excellence in sight-reading, and the concert band also secured sweepstakes honors.