Burning ban lifted

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Wood County Judge Kevin White lifted the outdoor burning ban Tuesday afternoon.

The order, effective Sept. 26, says the Texas Forest Service finds drought conditions have subsided and the County Judge and Fire Marshal agree, so burning may resume.

Lake Fork couple teams to win national title

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Man charged in Longview woman’s death

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Family continues tradition of helping animal causes

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Volleyball & football begin district play

Whether casual onlookers or intense competitors, everyone has a rooting interest in the annual races at Weenie Dog Downs.

Festival draws a crowd

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The annual Iron Horse Heritage Festival found patrons flocking to downtown Mineola once again...

Bassmasters tournament returns to Wood County

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Wood County commissioners approved the Bassmaster host agreement with the Wood County Economic Development Commission last Tuesday. The event returns to Lake Fork at the new facilities of the Sabine River Authority headquarters in late February 2024.

Perfectly fine art adorns Wood County walls

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Quitman art students took a bus to the square downtown to learn from muralist Patrick McGregor, who created the art along the west-facing wall of Dani's Sidekick.

Seeing any of the creations as they went up throughout the week, one can easily surmise that the citizens of Wood County are getting more than just fine, but in many cases, incredible works of art.

Utility district employee arrested on $300K theft

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The Wood County Sheriff’s Dept. has been investigating a possible theft from the district since June, when it was reported that about $40,000 was missing.

Ex-fireman backs away from arson guilty pleas

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A former member of the Hainesville Volunteer Fire Dept. has pleaded guilty to four counts of arson for a series of fires set prior to his arrest in September 2021.

Commissioners set county salary schedules

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County employees were given an across-the-board pay increase of six percent.

Panthers celebrate homecoming in Alba

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Well over a hundred gathered on the Alba square Friday afternoon support the Panthers at the inaugural community homecoming pep rally.

Lake Fork couple teams to win national title

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“Once you love something, it is very hard to give it up,” commented Angie Grobeck. She and her life partner Robert Jones are freshly returned from earning a National Figure Skating championship.

Family continues tradition of helping animal causes

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The fourth annual work day and donation event benefiting Animal Protection of East Texas in memory of Jeff Gannon is Sunday, Oct. 8 at the animal shelter off west U.S. Hwy. 80 in Mineola.

Corner Column

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Just like every class before it and every class since, the high school Class of 1973 tossed its caps in the air and went forth to change the world.

Did we?

Caring & Sharing at 40

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Mineola Caring & Sharing celebrated 40 years of service at the first volunteer meeting of the year last Monday.

obituaries

Charles Wayne Turner 1935-2023

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Charles Wayne Turner, a proud Texan born in Hainesville, embarked on a life journey from a “country boy” donning overalls to a life full of adventure and purpose. His enduring love story …

Margaret Yvonne “Maggie” Kinsey 1934-2023

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Margaret Yvonne “Maggie” Kinsey was born in Sabetha, Kan. on Sept. 29, 1934 to Harry and Peggy Corwin, and sister Joanne. Her early years of schooling included Roosevelt Elementary, …

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Guilty pleas heard in 402nd District Court

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Man charged in Longview woman’s death

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Mineola Fire Department Report

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Wood County Sheriff’s Report

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Mineola Police Report

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New Quitman city budget raises police pay

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The Quitman City Council approved a $3.9 million budget for 2023-24 last Thursday. It will be supported by a property tax rate of $.5257 per $100 value as well as an 8% increase in water rates.

Quitman chamber returns to offices in Hogg city park

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The Quitman chamber of commerce is moving its offices back to its former home in Jim Hogg City Park. The chamber has been located in the economic development office behind city hall for the past …

Pilot Club sets conference on memory care

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The Pilot Club of Quitman is hosting a free Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Conference at the First Baptist Church of Quitman (301 Lane St.) on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. until noon. …

Co-op Operation Round Up grants top $65,000

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The Wood County Electric Charitable Foundation, through donations to Operation Round Up, recently granted $65,573 to seven deserving non-profit organizations. Since its founding six years ago…

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district play begins

Unbeaten Alba-Golden Panthers secure fourth win with late push

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Peyton Dickinson slices through the Boles defense for 58 yards and a score, giving the home side a 21-3 lead with 3:35 left in the half.

The Alba-Golden Panthers out-conditioned the visiting Boles Hornets Friday with three fourth-quarter scores to claim a 39-18 win. The Panthers rolled up 385 yards and seized control in the final quarter.