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Early voting underway for constitutional amendments

Early voting for the state constitutional amendment election and Hawkins ISD tax ratification election is underway at the Wood County elections office in Quitman and continues through Friday, Oct. … more

10/23/25 08:25 AM

Wright seeking second term as district clerk

Wood County District Clerk Suzy Wright has announced she will seek reelection, beginning in the March Republican primary. Wright was appointed district clerk in 2022 to a one-year unexpired … more

10/23/25 08:25 AM

Golden celebrating its historic potatoes

The 41st Golden Sweet Potato Festival has a full lineup of activities leading up to festival day on Saturday, Oct. 25. The second of two pageant nights is Thursday, Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. at the … more

10/23/25 08:23 AM

Mineola ISD board adopts new rules for book purchases

Mineola School Board adopted a policy Monday to govern future book acquisitions. The extensive policy was outlined by Superintendent Cody Mize. more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 10/23/25 08:23 AM

4-H Week celebrated

Wood County commissioners declared 4-H Week recently, following a report on the growing program and its numerous activities. Representing Wood County 4-H are, front from left, Jake Yeager, Gage Henk, … more

10/23/25 08:21 AM

Yantis Prairie Day offers nature education and more

The annual Yantis Prairie Day is more than guided walks through a native grassland prairie. There is that – an opportunity to walk with an experienced conservationist and become better educated … more

By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 10/23/25 08:21 AM

Mineola Fire Department Report

Medical assist, assist EMS crew: Oct. 9, 9:25 a.m., Brenlind; Oct. 9, 11:19 a.m., FM 1254; Oct. 10, 5:16 p.m., CR 2920; Oct. 14, 8:01 p.m., CR 2920; Oct. 15, 4:32 p.m., CR 2445. Grass fire: Oct. … more

10/23/25 08:19 AM

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

October 8 Deputy Smith, burglary, CR 2768; someone broke into house and barn during night, stole items, possible suspect provided, offense report completed. Lt. Milbourn, Deputy … more

10/23/25 08:19 AM

Mineola Police Report

October 11 12:32 a.m., public assist, 2200 blk N. Pacific, roadway debris, cleared. 1:48 a.m., information, Clara, possible fire, individual outside cooking. 8:00 a.m., assist other … more

10/23/25 08:19 AM

Ramp builders ramping up efforts to mark 40th year

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Texas Ramp Project. The Broad Street Church of Christ team from Mineola has been constructing ramps for more than 10 years and recently completed its … more

10/23/25 08:16 AM

Nature Fest returns with a bang

The revived Mineola Nature Fest Saturday at the Mineola Nature Preserve brought plenty of activitied for children and families, from games to educational, … more

10/23/25 08:16 AM

County sees large jump in sales taxes

Seven government entities in Wood County collected $918,008 in sales tax revenue for the month, according to the October report from the state comptroller’s office. Mostly due to a large … more

10/16/25 08:32 AM

Lady Jacket senior reaches volleyball milestone

For Mineola senior Mahayla McMahon, every play she makes with the volleyball is an adrenalin rush. “We have some great back-row players, so when I see that initial pass, I know that … more

By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 10/16/25 08:28 AM

On the move

Boom Nutrition of Mineola has moved, now located in the Boom Fitness Center at 701 Greenville in Mineola. Pictured are Emily Wiley, longtime team member, and Katrina Yager, owner of Boom Nutrition … more

10/16/25 08:27 AM

Jury hands down 2-year sentence

A Wood County jury sentenced Brandon Shane Albrightson, 48, of Winnsboro to two years in state jail for injury to a child, a state jail felony. He was found guilty on Tuesday, Oct. 7 and … more

10/16/25 08:26 AM

Grand opening

Tim Maples, owner of Your Service Center in Quitman, invites the Wood County community to the automotive repair shop’s Grand Opening and Customer Appreciation Day Wednesday, Oct. 22. There will … more

10/16/25 08:26 AM

Parade to honor veterans on Nov. 8

Mineola will honor area military veterans with a parade on Saturday, Nov. 8 at 11:11 a.m. through the downtown area. The theme is Women in the Military. A program will follow the parade at … more

10/16/25 08:25 AM

Quitman Development Corp. fails to field meeting quorum

The Quitman Development Corporation decided to cancel its meeting Monday night after only board President Kevan Burroughs and board members Kerry Puckett and Brad Medlin were able to attend. … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 10/16/25 08:24 AM

Albers seeks reelection

District Attorney Angela Albers has announced her intention to seek reelection beginning in the March 2026 Republican primary. Albers has served as Wood County DA since being first appointed by … more

10/16/25 08:22 AM

Old Settlers Reunion has full lineup for fall move

The 2025 Wood County Old Settlers Reunion is set to kick off on Wednesday, Oct. 29, and continue through Saturday, Nov. 1, marking the first time in the event’s long history that it … more

By CARLEY TUCKER | 10/16/25 08:22 AM