QHS lockdown ends after threatening note investigation
A lockdown this morning at Quitman’s secondary school campus has been lifted after an investigation was conducted into a threatening note.
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Mineola mural draws praise during dedication ceremony
An expansive work of art described as a mirror reflecting “views of some of the most beloved, historic and most beautiful facets of our community” received its formal stamp of approval Saturday afternoon in downtown Mineola.
Riley stresses defense in leading Lady Jackets
“Ninety-four feet every game, the whole game… making chaos.” That’s Mineola High School girls basketball head coach Tony Riley’s philosophy on high school basketball.
Nature Preserve hosts E150 cycling challenge
The E150 was not a traditional race but a competition to see how many laps a rider can make in 2.5 hours. Elite Bicycles sponsored the event. The Nature Preserve now boasts several bike repair …
Lady Jackets defeat Lone Oak in barnburner
It was a street fight. From start to finish, the Mineola Lady Jackets and the Lone Oak Lady Buffalos were locked in a desperate struggle, and it was fun to watch!
Grant allows area game wardens to upgrade dive team equipment
Through assistance from the Sabine River Authority of Texas, local game wardens will be able to upgrade their dive team equipment. Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation was awarded a community …
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Study finds city can support another hotel
Mineola can support a 74-bed hotel as “a needed addition to the current lodging stock,” according to a feasibility study commissioned last year by the Mineola Economic Development Corp. (MEDC).
Friends 2 Follow
Ministerial Alliance hosting unity walk on MLK Day
The Mineola Ministerial Alliance (MMA) will host a unity service in recognition of the Martin Luther King holiday on Jan. 21. The service will begin at 10 a.m. at the gazebo located on Commerce Street in downtown Mineola.
After traffic stop, man kills self at Quitman service station
After being stopped by police, a man took his own life in the parking lot of a Quitman gas station Friday evening, according to the Quitman Police Department.
Commissioners OK bank letter
The Wood County Commissioners Court on Jan. 11 approved a resolution to obtain an irrevocable documentary blanket letter of credit from BTH Bank to the Railroad Commission of Texas for the purchasing of road oil. BTH Bank has agreed to issue the letter in the amount of $25,000 to fulfill this requirement. Pledged securities for Wood County were approved by the commissioners.
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OBITUARIES
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Arthur “Doug” Myers, 1926-2019
Services for Arthur Douglas “Doug” Myers, 92, of Cleburne were Friday, Jan. 11 at Mineola Church of Christ with Mike Ferguson of the Mineola Church of Christ officiating. Burial was at Cedars Memorial Gardens. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Beaty Funeral Home. Mr. Meyers passed away on Jan. 6, 2019.
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David Adrian Roundtree, 1962-2019
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Dewey Galena Moore McMahon, 1934-2019
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Jerl Lois Berry, 1945-2019
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Dewey Galena Moore McMahon, 1934-2019
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COMMUNITY
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Raleigh Rhodes wins national 4-H art contest
Congratulations to Wood County 4H member Raleigh Rhodes, who was recently named a winner in an art contest sponsored by the National 4H Council.
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Holly Brook happenings
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Preserve to host Kids’ Trout Fishing Day
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SPORTS
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‘Jackets boys top Bulldogs, 58-37
The Mineola Yellowjackets broke open a tight first half defensive battle with a big third quarter in their 58-37 win over the Quitman Bulldogs Friday night at Ballard Memorial Gym.
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Hawks take down Beckville
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Lady Panthers take pair of wins
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Quitman runs past Alba-Golden
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Lady Hawks cruise past Big Sandy
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