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Mineola Intermediate Honor Roll

A Honor Roll 4th Grade Ava Arbter, Isabella Ballentine, Jase Blackwell, Caysen Brooks, Eli Calixto, Kayelee Cobb, Raylon Frosch, Kaysen Haire, Cutter Hamlett, Kyle Herring, Eason Hooton, … more

3/20/25 09:49 AM

Commissioners overturn bid for jail services

After meeting behind closed doors with Assistant District Attorney Brandon Baade, Wood County commissioners on Tuesday voted to rescind the contract they awarded to NCIC for inmate communications on … more

3/20/25 09:48 AM

Writers’ workshop planned in Quitman

In an exciting opportunity for budding writers, the Whyte Dove Writer’s Group is set to host a special meeting aimed at nurturing new talents. This exclusive workshop will take place on Monday, … more

3/20/25 09:41 AM

Plans readied for Mineola’s May Fiesta

The Mineola Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for the annual Fiesta de Mayo Saturday, May 3 in downtown Mineola from 10 a.m. to 4 pm. The free event is in search of vendors and sponsors. Contact … more

3/20/25 09:41 AM

Sales tax gains continue in county

Wood County and its six cities that collect sales taxes continued to show an upward trend in the March report from the state. Thus far in 2025, the seven entities have earned $2,525,213 as their … more

3/20/25 09:41 AM

County fire departments awarded grants

The Texas A&M Forest Service conducted the second funding meeting for fiscal year 2025 for the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program … more

3/20/25 08:30 AM

Fair offering assistance for seniors

A senior resource fair is planned in Mineola Tuesday, March 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ministry Center of the First Methodist Church, 612 N. Newsom. The event is sponsored by Reflections … more

3/20/25 08:29 AM

Event to focus on school vouchers fight

As the battle over private school vouchers intensifies in the Texas legislature, a meeting next week in Wood County will focus on the topic. It is being hosted at the Cartwright Community Center … more

3/20/25 08:29 AM

QDC chips in $3,000 for mural project

In a special meeting Thursday evening, the Quitman Development Corporation voted to approve a $3,000 sponsorship for the Wood County Walls group. more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 3/20/25 08:28 AM

Toys for Tots among ways Corps League serves

The Wood County Marine Corps League wrapped up another successful Toys for Tots (TFT) campaign, serving 2,000 Wood County children and their families. more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 3/20/25 08:26 AM

Quitman grad named UA-LR’s royal

Junior Brooklyn Marcee of Quitman was crowned the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s 2025 Homecoming Royal on Saturday, Feb. 22, during the halftime homecoming court ceremony at the … more

3/20/25 08:25 AM

New doctor joins Grace Community Healthcare staff

Grace Community Healthcare Ministry, located near downtown Mineola at 312 N. Pacific St., has had a new provider come on board to serve the Mineola community. According to clinic director Susan … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 3/20/25 08:25 AM

Sheriff Cole outlines second term challenges

Consistency and communications. Those were the two issues with which Sheriff Kelly Cole came into office Jan. 1, 2021. “They were my priorities in 2020 and they remain priorities … more

3/20/25 08:24 AM

Commissioners deny permission to build on county lake property

Despite impassioned pleas from the property owner, the contractor and an attorney, Wood County commissioners denied special permission Monday to rebuild a home on a lot at Lake Quitman. Bruce … more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 3/20/25 08:23 AM

Rain won’t slow Shamrock run

Neither the rain nor the cooler temperatures were able to deter the 84 runners and walkers who braved the elements Saturday, March 15 to compete in the first Quitman-Lake Fork Kiwanis Shamrock 5K … more

By CARLEY TUCKER | 3/20/25 08:22 AM

Historic courthouse turns 100

Wood County celebrated its 100-year-old courthouse Tuesday with a presentation, proclamation and displays. County commissioners heard from county Historical Commission Chairman Jimmy Phillips … more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 3/20/25 08:22 AM

Canine Mata gains national recognition

Mata, who served as a law enforcement canine for Wood County Prec. 2 Constable Kelly Smith until his retirement Dec. 31, was honored in Washington D.C. last week by the Animals in War and Peace … more

3/20/25 08:21 AM

QHS band's behavior honored

The Quitman ISD Top Dog award for March went to the Quitman Proud Blue Band, represented by Director Michael Barron, left. Superintendent Chris Mason presented the award to the band for its positive … more

3/20/25 08:19 AM

402nd District Court hears pleas

The following guilty pleas were heard and sentences assessed February 26-28 in 402nd District Court in Quitman: John Dee Strange, Terrell, evading arrest or detention with a vehicle, third … more

3/20/25 08:19 AM

Mineola Fire Department Report

Medical assist, assist EMS crew: March 7, 9:54 p.m., CR 2425; March 8, 2:03 p.m., Lakeside Place; March 9, 1:23 p,m., CR 2302; March 9, 9:30 p.m., CR 2798; March 11, 2:04 p.m., CR 1658; March 11, … more

3/20/25 08:16 AM