Dear editor, The historic 2016 election result produced hope, protests, and fear and loathing.  Four months into President Trump’s presidency, the fears of many appear to be justified by the … more

To the editor, Recognition is due to the Mineola High School Junior Historians and their sponsors for the well-researched and presented Memorial Day program on May 29 at St Dunstan’s Episcopal … more

To the editor, Now that the smoke has cleared, the taxpayers of Mineola have dodged a bullet, i.e. a $41 million debt owed for the next 30 years. By a mere 79 votes, our little town could have … more

Dear editor: Doris Newman’s May 10 op-ed was right on! Proposed changes to the current ACA should concern us all. If the people of Wood County care about coverage of preexisting conditions, … more

Dear editor, Many thanks for the “Heroes Come to Clear Lakes” article in the May 10 edition of the Monitor. We were so pleased to read Larry Tucker’s writing about the veterans coming home … more

To the editor, Mineola Community Bank’s lobby has been a showcase for local merchants since August of last year. Count Your Blessings Gift and Book Store has had the opportunity to show their … more

Dear Editor: Saturday marks the 25th anniversary of one of America’s great days of giving, the national Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger food drive. Letter carriers walk through … more

To the editor, I had the unique opportunity to join the strategic planning process among community citizens who met over the past year to review the status of Mineola school facilities. It was an … more

To the editor, Last Saturday, April 22, the Wood County Historical Commission sponsored an event honoring San Jacinto Day and our speaker was Dr. M. Scott Sosebee, history professor at Stephen F. … more

To the voters within the Mineola ISD: I write today with a great respect for the property owners of this school district. I know that the topic of raising taxes to support a bond is a very fragile … more