It’s been a while since we have had a column in the Monitor. As you all know, our longtime Editor Doris Newman has moved on to the City of Mineola after 30 years, 23 years as editor, of the … more

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

 During July, the Quitman Public Library will host Healthy Summer Meals for Kids every Tuesday – Friday at 11 a.m. This is a no-cost program to ensure that kids 18 years and younger have a … 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

 During July, the Quitman Public Library will host Healthy Summer Meals for Kids every Tuesday – Friday at 11 a.m. This is a no-cost program to ensure that kids 18 years and younger have a … more

Drought and limited watering have added stress to St. Augustine lawns throughout the state, as have recent mild winters. These are conditions under which chinch bugs thrive. As the number of St. … more

Last Thanksgiving I participated in a Facebook challenge to post black and white photos of my life. I noticed that some photos of my garden looked as good in black and white as in color; the best … 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

For anyone who’s been at a Wood County high school game this past school year you’ve probably seen a tall black guy in jeans and a polo shirt who looks like he should be on the court or field … more

As I write this column the countdown has begun – one more deadline Monday, three more workdays at the Monitor, the last pound puppy photos and more. I imagine that my car has worn ruts in the road … more