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Jack Cross Pavilion hosts livestock show

Winnsboro City Park was filled with trucks, livestock trailers and hundreds of exhibitors, handlers and spectators Saturday morning, Oct. 31, for the 56th annual Jack Cross Memorial Livestock Show … more
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Antique tractor enthusiasts take scenic ride to Leesburg

Under a mild, overcast autumn sky, the steady rumble of vintage tractors rolled out of Winnsboro City Park on Friday, Oct. 30, as members of several Texas tractor clubs set out on a scenic trail ride … more
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Winnsboro Art & Wine Festival set for Nov. 6-7

The 17th annual Winnsboro Art & Wine Festival will be held this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6-7, in downtown Winnsboro.   The festival, hosted by Winnsboro Center for the Arts, features … more
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Mineola Primary walk-a-thon to benefit veterans nonprofit

Mineola Primary students will lace up their walking shoes on Tuesday, Nov. 10, for a walk-a-thon fundraiser to raise money for Home Base, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans, … more
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One Teacher’s Idea Brings Art Club to Mineola Primary

Mineola Primary has started an Art Club, the product of one third-grade teacher's dedication to her students.    This is the school’s first year to offer an art club. … more
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Quitman council approves sewer line bid

 Quitman City Council members approved a bid for a sewer line replacement project in the city. There were five bids on the project. The council did not go with the lowest bid of $285,879.75 … more
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VETERANS SPOTLIGHT: JUSTIN VARNER

 This November, we are proud to recognize Justin Varner, a U.S. Navy veteran who served our country for eight years. Originally from Sweetwater, Texas, Varner now calls Alba home. During … more
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VETERANS SPOTLIGHT: HUGO L. CINTRON

This November, we are proud to recognize Hugo L. Cintron, a U.S. Army veteran who served our country for 20 years. Originally from Lawrence, Massachusetts, Cintron now calls Mineola home. During … more

VETERANS SPOTLIGHT: DONALD JOHNSON

 This November, we are proud to recognize Donald Johnson, a U.S. Navy veteran who served our country from 1986 to 1990. Originally from Kingman, Arizona, Johnson now calls Mineola home. … more
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November calendar for senior citizen activity center announced

The Mineola Senior Citizen Activity Center has announced its November calendar: Chair yoga will be held Nov. 10 and 17 at 11:30 a.m., with chair exercise scheduled Nov. 5, 12 and 19 at 11:30 a.m. … more

Old Settlers Reunion draws crowds for weekend of activities

The Wood County Old Settlers Reunion brought crowds to Jim Hogg City Park in Quitman over the weekend, Oct. 30-Nov. 1, with the return of the carnival, Trunk-or-Treat, live music, contests and other … more
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From blinds to binoculars WHAT TO EXPECT FOR THE 2026-27 EAST TEXAS WATERFOWL SEASON

Waterfowl hunters heading into the 2026–27 duck season will need flexibility and strategic scouting, as state biologists predict lower overall bird counts across the flyway. For East Texas … more
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Mineola Police Report

OCT. 24 12:57 a.m., reckless driver, S Hwy. 37/city limits; caller reported white Chevrolet pickup swerved onto shoulder, nearly struck her vehicle, officer located vehicle, conducted field sobriety … more

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

OCT. 21 Capt. Milbourn, Lt. Morrison, Sgt. Williams, endangered child, FM 1254. Dispatch advised a child was left in a locked car and it was not running. Entry was made into the vehicle and the … more

Mineola Fire Department Report

OCT. 15 8:04 a.m., no emergency, false alarm, malfunctioning alarm, W. US Highway 80; 9:35 a.m., medical call, illness, breathing problems, Inwood St.; 3:40 p.m., medical call, illness, chest … more

Commemorative pecan tree to mark America’s 250th anniversary at Jim Hogg City Park

A commemorative pecan tree will be planted at Jim Hogg City Park in Quitman Saturday, Oct. 31, in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary. The tree will be planted in front of the park’s … more
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Native fruit-bearing plants take center stage at Master Gardeners program

Native plants that produce fruit can be a good choice for East Texas gardeners, especially when summer heat and dry weather make growing conditions difficult. Ed Donnelly, owner of Sorelle … more
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TWC kicks off 15th annual veteran hiring initiative

AUSTIN — The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) will host its 15th annual Hiring Red, White & You! event series in November, featuring nearly 30 hiring events across the state Nov. 2-20 to … more

Pickin’ Parlor returns to Beckham Hotel, honors DeFoore’s legacy

Music and fellowship are returning to the Beckham Hotel in Mineola as Amye Cox works to revive the Pickin’ Parlor in honor of her longtime friend and guitar teacher, the late John DeFoore. For … more
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Autumn Trails car parade draws crowds to downtown Winnsboro

The sounds of vintage engines, classic “ahooga” horns and modern high-performance vehicles filled downtown Winnsboro Saturday as the annual Autumn Trails car parade brought more than 100 vehicles … more
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