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Community service honor

Higginbotham Brothers in Mineola recently nominated Richard Graves with the Texas Ramp Project for Yellawood’s nationwide campaign looking for 5-star heroes. Graves was in the top 20 and was … more

Seniors visit

Gray’s Nursery and Garden Center in Mineola hosted residents of Autumn Wind Assisted Living Center in Mineola to tour the nursery and learn about fall plants that bloom and thrive in the cooler … more

Coat drive to aid students in area schools

Guild Mortgage in Mineola is conducting a coat drive for children in the Alba-Golden, Mineola and Quitman school districts. Requested sizes include 5T to 16/18 and some adults sizes for junior … more

Marchman Garden Club outlines upcoming meetings

The 2024-25 year for the Fannie Marchman Garden Club began with Karen England’s presentation on herbal apothecary, to include oils and flavor infusions. Members enjoyed herbed popcorn,   … more

Education foundation plans events

The Mineola ISD Education Foundation will host two events on Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Mineola Civic Center. The Winter Wonderland Christmas Market will run from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and includes … more

Christmas Tour of Homes announced

The Mineola Landmark Commission hosts its “Christmas Past and Present” Home Tour Sunday, Dec. 8, from 1 to 5 p.m.   Tickets are $20 each and may be purchased in advance at City … more

Musician earns honors at Nashville awards ceremony

Americana singer and songwriter Gary Patrick from Wood County   came back from Nashville with two awards from the The Josie Music Awards, held at the Grand Ole Opry. The awards were Male … more

Signs reside where love abides

The ‘Nana and Grandpa’s Place’ sign in front of Charles and Pamela Weissert’s drive was a gift. Some years ago – when there were only eight grandchildren in the mix … more
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Fall music

The East Texas band “Serendipity” performs at the Cartwright Baptist Church’s annual Fall Festival Saturday. more

Halloween events draw throngs

The spooks were out in force around the county last week. First United Methodist Church in Quitman hosted a trunk or treat on Wednesday, Oct. 30, while Mineola had its annual downtown trick or … more

Work day aids shelter for 5th year

Over the past five years, friends and family have gathered at Animal Protection of East Texas for a day of service on Oct. 8 to honor Jeff Gannon’s memory (MHS Class of ‘97). The group of … more

Golden Sweet Potato Festival featured variety

Classic vehicles, queens, a parade with plenty of candy, a lively auction, a variety of music and dance, competitions from baking to mutton bustin’ and of course, sweet potatoes made for plenty … more

Genealogy society celebrates 40 years

Karen Pilgrim, president of the Wood County TX Genealogical Society (WCGS), was busy setting up chairs before the 40th anniversary meeting last Saturday. “Why are you setting-up so … more
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Historic bridge marker dedicated

Mineola dedicated an historical marker at the nature preserve Saturday morning. It was more like a family reunion. Though the historical marker is for the Big Sandy Creek Bridge, with an … more
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Oct. 17 named Gary Simpkins Day in Quitman

Quitman celebrated the 53-year fire fighting career of Gary Simpkins Thursday. After a reception in his honor, Mayor Randy Dunn proclaimed Oct. 17 as Gary Simpkins Day and said, “There’s … more
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Chief served Quitman over half a century

Gary Simpkins has worked for the Quitman Volunteer Fire Dept., “Fifty three years and counting, almost 54.” In the beginning, Simpkins didn’t have any desire to be a … more
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Quitman park events draw crowds

Gov. Jim Hogg City Park in Quitman was abuzz with activity Saturday, with the annual plant sale at the Wood County Arboretum, the Quitman Farmers Market, Stitchin’ Heaven’s annual outdoor … more

Marker, concert pay tribute to area musical pioneers

The East Texas Serenaders will be celebrated with two events in Mineola next week. An historical marker will be dedicated in downtown Mineola Monday at 5 p.m. Their music will be featured … more

Race winners named for annual fun run at nature preserve

The following were top finishers in the annual Dance Dimensions Iron Horse Rhythm Run Sept. 28 at the Mineola Nature Preserve: Kids Run (1/2 K) 3-7 years 1 Addy Oliver 2 Tinslee … more

Couple works to restore and improve home

Scott and Nancy McDonald laugh as she tells about the first fruit their apple tree produced. After several years of waiting patiently, a small green knob finally appeared and they watched it … more
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