Davidson reappointed as county fire marshal

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Tully Davidson was unanimously reappointed Wood County fire marshal at last Tuesday’s county commissioners meeting. Davidson is also the county emergency management director and supervises the new environmental officer. His term as fire marshal will run through Jan. 13, 2022. Commissioners approved a bond for Davidson.

Time to move from walking to doing

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Sister Kathy Boyd sang heartfelt renditions of “Jesus Loves Me” and “Amazing Grace” at the St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church service honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Her unbridled passion for Christ could be felt as she sang about grace, liberty and love.

St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church hosted a community wide luncheon, along with the Mineola Ministerial Alliance, on Monday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the work he did to encourage equality and unity among all races.

JP changing perceptions with community outreach

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Justice of the Peace Janae Holland, seated, with staff members Monica Bailey and Anita Piper.

Since taking office as Wood County Precinct Two justice of the peace in January 2019, Judge Janae Holland and her staff, Monica Bailey and Anita Piper, have made many changes to how their office relates to and is involved with the public.

Despite ejections, Alba-Golden boys defeat Quitman with five

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Jacob Dailey (30) of Alba-Golden and Jace Reid (33) of Quitman eye each other after going to the ground in the course of rough play, as Alba-Golden's Tim Mitchell and referees intervene; behind them, the Panther bench can be seen emptying onto the court in frustration for no foul being called, which would result in the players being ejected from the game.

Alba-Golden sprinted out of the gate and Quitman could never catch up in last Tuesday’s contest between Wood County rivals. The Panthers won the game 50-34, but not until after all the smoke cleared.

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Three seek Precinct 1 post

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The Precinct 1 commissioner’s position is a three-man race. One incumbent, one former commissioner and a political newcomer to Wood County are each seeking the seat.

County promotes from within for interim IT department head

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Wood County commissioners met in special session last Friday afternoon to discuss the vacancy in the county’s information technology (IT) department.

Quitman sets city council election for three positions

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The Quitman City Council approved an ordinance at last Thursday’s meeting calling for a general election Saturday, May 2. There are three at large alderman seats for full two-year terms. Those seats are being held by Susan Resnik, J.R. Evans and Jack Robinson.

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Obituaries
Robert Duncan Blackwell, 1947-2020

Robert Duncan Blackwell, 1947-2020

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Robert Duncan Blackwell passed into his heavenly home Jan. 18, 2020 following a lengthy battle with Type 1 diabetes and heart disease. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 26, …

Larry Horton, 1944-2020

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Larry Horton, 75, of Denton gained his heavenly wings on Jan. 11, 2020, surrounded by his three favorite ladies.
Dixie Lorance Perkins, 1940-2020

Dixie Lorance Perkins, 1940-2020

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Dixie Lorance Perkins, 79, of Mineola, passed away on Jan. 17, 2020 in a local hospital. Dixie was born on Aug. 3, 1940 in Muleshoe to James Andrew Lorance and Hazle Marie (Templar) Lorance.

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District attorney hopefuls make their case in forum

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Wood County Criminal District Attorney candidates, incumbent Angela Albers and challenger Jodi Cox, spoke to voters at last week’s forum sponsored by the Wood County Bar Association. The forum was held in the 402nd District Courtroom last week. 402nd District Judge candidates incumbent Jeff Fletcher and challenger Brad McCampbell were also at the forum.

Political forum features candidates for district judge

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Candidates for 402nd District Court judge and attorney participated in a forum sponsored by the Wood County Bar Association Friday in front of a packed house in the district courtroom at the county courthouse.

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Jackets remain unbeaten in district

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Mineola Marches, Swarms State
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