Residents who live north of Mineola are petitioning the Texas Dept. of Transportation to extend the center turn lane along Hwy. 37. more

Citizens and commissioners came head-to-head at Thursday night’s Quitman Building and Standards Commission meeting. With the tension in the air almost tangible, the board decided after nearly two hours of deliberation... more

High utility bills can be a struggle for households. The summer months are coming with an additional burden. East Texas households may qualify for assistance through federal LIHEAP funding. … more

A couple of weeks before Easter Sunday, a coincidental meeting in the parking lot of the Little Mound Baptist Church led to some friendly advice. When discussing the upcoming sunrise service, Pastor Michael Phillips had offered, “Be sure to get here a bit early so you can see the illuminated cross.”

That little aside could not prepare one for viewing the illuminated cross for the first time. It is, quite possibly, the most meaningful representation of Easter for miles around.  more

Quitman Lake Fork Kiwanis Club members celebrated their 28th anniversary by braving some mud on Wednesday, March 27 as they gathered at the future site of Quitman’s Dog Park to dedicate a bridge on the walking path to original club charter member RT Bridges. more

Mineola's own Sound of the Swarm won the 2021 marching band championship, and we were there to document it. more

Quitman and Mineola held Christmas parades through their respective downtowns on Saturday and they were a sight to see. more

Fourth of July celebration photos around Wood County. more

Fourth of July celebration photos around Wood County. more

Mineola, Quitman seniors to graduate Friday. Here is the commencement information for both schools. more

Mineola, Quitman seniors to graduate Friday. Here is the commencement information for both schools. more

Important announcement about your hometown newspaper! more