Dear Editor: As I write this, I feel the sadness of knowing that Doris Newman will not be at the Monitor’s office, alongside Joyce Hathcock, to edit and correct the spelling and grammar of what … more

Dear Editor: The Lake Country Symphonic Band, conducted by Mike “Sousa” Holbrook, gave the crowd a rousing concert prelude to the annual fireworks exhibition at the Mineola Civic Center … more

Dear Editor: If you’d like to see how government works, look no further than the drivers license bureau as operated in Wood County. For days they had a sign in the door saying they were closed … more

To the editor, I would like to give a big thank you to Jared at Jared Auto. His auto shop is next to APET in Mineola. Jared took time out of his day and mowed about three acres for APET. Jared … more

To the editor, Memorial Day is past and I want to thank all who served as we remembered those we lost serving our country. I celebrated with my grandkids from Colorado at Lake Holbrook on Sunday … more

Dear sir, One first step to resolving the school shooting issue is to establish accountability. Once again we hear the parents of the shooter wringing their hands and expressing bewilderment. They … more

To the editor, Those of you in this community know me to be a Christ-centered, community-oriented pastor that has proven to have a heart for all people and the community that I serve. It saddens … more

Letter to the editor: On behalf of the Mineola Civic Center staff and board of directors, I want to express sincere gratitude to all the people who came over Saturday to observe Mineola’s first … more

$100,000 wasted taxpayer money To the editor, In 2010 volunteers built a Jesus sign on private property, with private funds approved unanimously by the Hawkins City Council. No government work … more

To the editor, I would like to thank all of the individuals, churches, and businesses that participated in filling the Christmas stockings for Mineola Caring & Sharing. Your generosity was … more