December 25 Cpl. Skinner, Deputy Smith, disturbance, CR 2771; boyfriend threatened caller over text because he was not allowed to see his kids, suspect advised he was not going to harm victim, … more

The following guilty pleas were heard and sentences assessed in criminal cases in 402nd District Court in Quitman on Thursday, Dec. 19: more

The Alba-Golden ISD   School Board approved advertising for a bid on paving work at the planned turnarounds to be constructed on County Road 2377 just north of the school.   In … more

Amber Grant, a 2002 graduate of Quitman High School and an 8th grade English Language Arts and Reading teacher and coach at Loma Alta Middle School in Medina Valley, has graduated from Lamar … more

The Quitman Pilot Club’s annual Chili Cook-Off fundraiser will be held Friday, Jan. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carroll Green Civic Center in Quitman. more

Wood County commissioners set a public hearing for a new RV park on Lake Fork at their final meeting of the year Dec. 20. Misty Meadows RV Park will include 96 spaces on FM 17. A public hearing … more

One of the themes for 2024 might be progress signaled by construction. Among the many places dirt was moving throughout the year, Mineola finished a new primary school campus, the … more

Despite being held only six days before Christmas, all board members were present for Thursday night’s Quitman City Council meeting. They voted to proceed with the acceptance of what City … more

Wood County commissioners spent an hour on a detailed review of construction rules around county lakes recently, after a couple sought a variance for lake rules. Bruce and Linda Noblett own … more

The QISD Long Range Facility committee, which comprises 35 members, including parents, alumni, business owners and students – has conducted a districtwide facilities tour and recommended six … more

Mineola Kiwanis Club members, from left, Joyce Curry, Cody Mize, Keith Sparkman and David Sauer assist Santa in passing out gifts at the annual Wood County special education co-op Christmas party. more

The Blue Santa program put on by the Wood County First Responder Association took 50 children shopping at Walmart on Tuesday, Dec. 17. Each had $400 to spend. Participating law enforcement agencies included Mineola ISD PD, Yantis ISD PD, Winnsboro ISD PD, Winnsboro PD, Mineola PD, Hawkins PD, Quitman PD, Wood County SO, State Game Wardens, DPS and Grand Saline fire marshal. more

The Quitman Police Dept. answered 207 calls for service between Dec. 1-30, issued 114 traffic citations, gave 178 traffic warnings, took 17 reports, issued one criminal trespass warning and made one … more

Motor vehicle crash: December 14, 3:49 p.m., N. Pacific; December 20, 10:53 a.m., Greenville at Johnson; December 20, 2:48 p.m., NE Loop 564; December 20, 3:10 p.m., Hwy. 69 at CR 2275; December 21, … more

December 14 6:45 a.m., unsecured area, W. Broad, open door, owner on scene. 7:04 a.m., information, CR 2724, unoccupied vehicle parked at Nature Preserve. 10:32 a.m., vehicle … more

December 11 Deputy Smith, assault, CR 4560; caller had been assaulted, suspect was leaving in vehicle, victim was not present, would not answer deputies’ calls.   Deputies, … more

There are many ways to celebrate Christmas. Most are seasonal – recreated year after year. Decorating for the Christmas season has become an event all unto itself. more

The University of Texas at Tyler recognized fall 2024 degree candidates during Fall 2024 Commencement Dec. 13-14. The following graduates from Wood County earned degrees: Alba … more

Tyler Junior College has recognized 711 graduates earning more than 830 awards during Fall 2024 commencement ceremonies. TJC President Dr. Juan E. Mejia conferred the degrees and certificates on … more

Quitman Dairy Queen will host a blood drive Friday, Dec. 27 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Carter BloodCare bus will be set up at 700 S. Main St. … more