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Pastor details battle against human trafficking

Pastor Chris Harrison’s primary occupation is pastor of the First Methodist Church in Athens. But his passion is to educate others and carry on the fight against human trafficking. He … more

Winter weather impacts region

A winter storm that moved in Sunday shut down much of Wood County and Northeast Texas on Monday as snow and sleet blanketed the region. Fortunately schools, banks and government offices were … more

Strickland continues passing on the joy of music

The fireplace mantel had not yet been cleared of its Christmas season motif.   As in many homes in Wood County, the Christmas decorations tend to linger well into the new year.   There … more

Mineola Fire Report

Medical assist, assist EMS crew: Jan. 4, 12:04 p.m., CR 2433, Mineola; Jan. 4, 1:00 p.m., N. Newsom St., Mineola; Jan. 5, 9:36 a.m., Autumn Winds Ct., Mineola; Jan. 6, 9:04 p.m., Bromberg St. #2105, … more

Quitman Police Report

The Quitman Police Dept. answered 181 calls for service between Jan. 1-14, issued 19 traffic citations, gave 25 traffic warnings, took seven reports and   made two on-site arrests.   … more

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

January 3 Sgt. Morrison, criminal mischief; three juveniles came onto property, damaged security camera, victim will provide video footage, did not wish to pursue charges. Sgt. Morrison, … more

Mineola Police Report

January 6 7:13 a.m., assist other agency, 1000 blk E. Broad, cows out east of Loop 564, cows located and put away. 1:03 p.m., reckless driver, 300 Greenville, vehicle all over road, no … more

Two file for Precinct One constable post

Two candidates are seeking the position of constable for Precinct One, LaDawn Foley-McGee and Robert Holland, in the March 5 Republican Primary in Wood County. The winner does not face any … more

Two challenge incumbent commissioner

Incumbent Wood County Commissioner Mike Simmons has drawn two challengers for the Precinct Three position, one from each party. David Eishen has filed for the March 5 Republican primary, and the … more

Mineola Elementary School Honor Roll

2nd Nine Weeks A Honor Roll 3rd Grade Adelyn Adams, Ava Arbter, Lilly Best, Jase Blackwell, Caysen Brooks, Kayelee Cobb, Hadley Large, Stetson Latham, Chylei London, Cade Longmire, … more

Alba-Golden seeks state security funds

Alba-Golden Superintendent Shelby Davidson notified the board of trustees, at Monday’s meeting, that the district had submitted a grant application to the state for $293,000 targeted for … more

MISD adds in-room cubbies at new school

Mineola School Board approved a change order Monday to have cabinets and cubbies built inside new classrooms at the primary school under construction on NE Loop 564. While the addition will cost … more

Quitman Pilots plan annual chili bash

The annual Quitman Pilot Club’s Chili Cook-Off fundraiser will be Friday, Jan. 26 from 6-8 p.m. at the Carroll Green Civic Center in Quitman. There’s always some very tasty chili, coupled … more

Event planned Monday for MLK Day cancelled

The Mineola Ministerial Alliance invites all residents to the 2024 celebration of Unity in the Community at the St. Paul’s Missionary Baptist Church on Monday, Jan. 15. Celebrating the … more

Police seeking owner of misplaced money

A sum of money has been turned in to the Mineola Police Department. If someone has lost or misplaced money, please contact the department at 903-569-6294. Claimants should be prepared to … more

City, school election filing starts

Filing for city council and school board elections gets underway on Wednesday, Jan. 17. Prospective candidates should contact the respective city hall or school administration office for filing … more

QDC approves funding for high-speed internet

The Quitman Development Corp. voted Monday to help advance a proposal from Peoples Telephone to extend fiber-optic cable throughout the city for high-speed internet. While some sections of … more

This Qutman grandma knows the score

Basketball fans headed to Quitman can be reassured by the sight of the lady seated just inside the court in the southwest corner of Ballard Gymnasium. Spectators may notice how, before the … more

Train travel story

A steady stream of passengers continue to take advantage of the Amtrak service offered at Mineola. That will likely increase as the eclipse nears in April. Last Thursday morning was a unique … more

Neighbors object, but zone change approved

Despite opposition from several neighbors, the Mineola Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning change to construct townhomes on E. McDaniel St. The P&Z’s recommendation still … more
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