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Wood County Commissioners Court approves routine items

In a less than 20-minute meeting March 3, the Wood County Commissioners Court approved nearly 20 agenda items, most of them routine. Among those items approved included the consent agenda, … more

3/5/26 10:07 AM

Guilty pleas heard by 402nd District Court

The 402nd District Court heard several pleas on Feb. 25 and Feb. 26. Deals are listed below by date. Feb. 25 Christopher Jeffrey Hughes, Mineola, terroristic threat, class B misdemeanor, … more

3/5/26 10:07 AM

Wood County Republican and Democratic parties to hold conventions

The Republican party of Wood County will hold their Precinct and County Convention on Saturday, March 28 at the Carroll Greene Civic Center in Quitman. A press release said check-in for the precinct … more

3/5/26 10:02 AM

Wood County Metal Detecting Club digs up treasure

The construction near downtown Mineola has provided the Wood County Metal Detecting Club with opportunities for new discoveries. The club, which is based out of Quitman and led by club president … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 3/5/26 10:02 AM

Pastoral retreat outside Mineola a peaceful place for clergy

The genesis of the idea came from knowledge of small schools in Texas. It is impossible to have experience in small schools in this state without exposure to the small churches that serve the … more

By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 3/5/26 10:02 AM

Wood County Economic Development Commission votes to sponsor 2026 CRAPPIEFEST after all

The Wood County Economic Development Commission (WCEDC) voted to sponsor CRAPPIEFEST for $20,000 at their Feb. 25 meeting. The vote comes after a meeting held Feb. 4, in which the commission … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 3/5/26 10:01 AM

Carl E. Azbell American Legion Post 340 announces upcoming 2026 Spring Gun Show

Carl E. Azbell American Legion Post 340 is proud to announce its annual Spring Gun Show, to be held at the Winnsboro Civic Center on March 14th and 15th, 2026. This community-focused event offers a … more

3/5/26 10:01 AM

Zul’s Smash Burgers and The Convenient Store open in Mineola

Zul’s Smash Burgers and The Convenient Store, on Highway 80 northeast of Mineola, opened in November. It’s the one with a bold yellow façade, cute outdoor seating, and a little sign that reads … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 3/5/26 10:01 AM

Alba City Council appoints new lawyer, navigates financial policy changes

The Alba City Council met Monday evening, March 2, with a full agenda that included financial questions, policy updates, and the appointment of a new city attorney. Council members present were … more

By Carley Tucker | 3/5/26 09:57 AM

Quitman man sentenced to six months in jail for misdemeanor assault

Brett Michael Vaughan, 45, of Quitman pleaded true to probation violations for the misdemeanor offense of Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence on Wednesday, Feb. 4. As a result of his … more

3/5/26 09:53 AM

Alba-Golden to continue four-day school week, takes no action on Senate Bill 11

Having concluded the three-year trial period for the four-day school week, the Alba-Golden School Board unanimously decided to continue the four-day instruction week in the 2026-27 school year. … more

By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 3/5/26 09:53 AM

Spring Forward March 8, 2026

Get ready to “spring forward” on Sunday, March 8 with the semiannual Daylight Saving Time. If you’re not up at 2 a.m., when the clocks will turn forward, most electronic clocks will adjust on … more

3/5/26 09:53 AM

Meredith Foundation awards 2026 grants

The Meredith Foundation in Mineola has awarded 2026 grants totaling $1,367,593 to 16 organizations. The following organizations have been notified of their awards: Addie McFarland … more

3/5/26 09:52 AM

Mineola to implement new downtown space

Next to the train depot on Highway 69, as visitors are coming into Mineola, there is construction afoot. Mineola City Manager Cindy Karch said the city purchased the lot in 2021 and has “big … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 3/5/26 09:52 AM

Election results coming in for March 3 primaries; Holland reelected as JP, Albers as DA, Prather to be new county treasurer

Election results are coming in from the March 3 party primaries. As of 9:30 p.m., results are as follows (early voting totals only for Wood County): more

3/3/26 10:22 PM