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Mineola set to celebrate annual Fiesta de Mayo

The Fiesta de Mayo – May Festival – is quickly approaching Mineola once again. According to Danielle Vance, manager for the Mineola Chamber of Commerce, the Fiesta de Mayo brought in … more

4/10/25 08:16 AM

Foundation makes teachers’ day

“When you hear the drums coming down the hallway, your heart just starts racing,” explained Kristina Salonen, Mineola Primary School instructional coach for pre-K through third grade. … more

By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 4/10/25 08:13 AM

Muralists converging on Wood County

Many new murals will sprout across Wood County next week as Wood County Walls and Murals presents its annual Texas Street Art Festival April 12-19. more

4/10/25 08:13 AM

Mineola Fire Department Report

Aircraft standby: March 26, 10:18 p.m., Bromberg. Medical assist, assist EMS crew: March 26, 12:58 p.m., CR 2320; March 26, 9:43 p.m., CR 459; March 26, 10:03 p.m., Karen; March 27, 10:02 a.m., … more

4/10/25 08:12 AM

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

March 26 Sgt. Espinoza, theft, FM 778; someone stole two dirt bikes from residence, entered as stolen, offense report completed. Cpl. Rich, Deputy Beck, disturbance, CR 2262; female, … more

4/10/25 08:12 AM

Mineola Police Report

March 29 1:43 p.m., motor vehicle accident, NE Loop 564, hit and run. In parking lot. 2:32 p.m., public assist, CR 2724, dispute over rental space. 4:01 p.m., public assist, Mimosa, … more

4/10/25 08:12 AM

Man arrested in shooting death of Hawkins resident

One Hawkins man is dead and another is in jail for his shooting death on Friday. Police were called to a shooting at a home in the 1100 block of North Beaulah St. around midday. They found … more

4/3/25 08:07 AM

American Legion in Winnsboro to host gun show

Carl E. Azebell American Legion Post 340 will present its Spring Gun Show April 5-6. Outdoor sportsmen, hunters and gun enthusiasts will converge on the Winnsboro City Civic Center at the … more

4/3/25 08:05 AM

Mineola Pilots host dinner theater

Time to make reservations for the Pilot Club of Mineola’s dinner theater at the Mineola Civic Center on April 19 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $35, which includes dinner and a play. “Danger … more

4/3/25 08:05 AM

Clubs join forces for benefit car show

Join the Mineola Service Clubs – Kiwanis, Pilot and Rotary – for their third annual car show on Saturday, April 19. This year’s show will be in downtown Mineola on Commerce St. … more

4/3/25 08:05 AM

Probations revoked in district court

The following probations were revoked and sentences assessed in the 402nd District Court on March 26: Julie Ann Mullins, Yantis, possession of a controlled substance (PCS) penalty group one … more

4/3/25 08:04 AM

Andrews names CEO

Andrews Behavioral Health announces that Becki Mangum will serve as its new chief executive officer, following the retirement of CEO Lynn Rutland this summer. Mangum, currently serving as deputy CEO, … more

4/3/25 08:03 AM

Alba-Golden, Minoela casts advance in One-Act Play

Alba-Golden and Mineola High Schools’ one-act play productions have advanced to the area round of state competition. Alba-Golden will perform again on Saturday, April 12 in Corsicana. The … more

4/3/25 08:00 AM

Flint and Steel readies next park phase

The Flint and Steel Coalition has officially arrived at phase two of the skate park’s construction plan. Nathan Witt, a board member and founding member of the nonprofit, says that due to … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 4/3/25 08:00 AM

JP2 getting temporary help to address staffing shortage

Wood County Precinct Two Justice of the Peace Janae Holland has requested temporary part-time help in her office. One employee has been on extended sick leave, and another just retired, leaving … more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 4/3/25 08:00 AM

WCEDC gearing up for bass tourney and more

Though lack of a quorum prevented the Wood County Economic Development Commission from taking any action last week, there was still plenty to discuss. Marketing efforts are in full swing for the … more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 4/3/25 07:58 AM

Child Abuse Awareness Month proclaimed

Child Abuse Prevention Month kicked off in Wood County Tuesday with a proclamation by county commissioners, displayed by District Attorney Angela Albers. Supporters were on hand dressed in blue, and … more

4/3/25 07:58 AM

Animal Protection League offers community valuable services

The parking lot at the Mineola Brookshires is even busier than normal on Wednesdays. On Wednesdays, canines and felines from Wood and surrounding counties arrive for a variety of low-cost health care … more

By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 4/3/25 07:57 AM

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

March 19 Deputy Haney, Deputy Smith, damage to property, Hawkins; ex-employee same to business, stole a purse, slashed tires, deputies located suspect walking down roadway. Antwan Townsend … more

4/3/25 07:56 AM

Mineola Police Report

March 22 10:19 a.m., information, E. McDonald, hole in window, possibly from neighbor shooting BB gun, officer spoke with subject. 2:33 p.m., assist other agency, NE Loop 564, medical call, … more

4/3/25 07:56 AM