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Fair offering assistance for seniors

A senior resource fair is planned in Mineola Tuesday, March 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ministry Center of the First Methodist Church, 612 N. Newsom. The event is sponsored by Reflections … more

3/20/25 08:29 AM

Event to focus on school vouchers fight

As the battle over private school vouchers intensifies in the Texas legislature, a meeting next week in Wood County will focus on the topic. It is being hosted at the Cartwright Community Center … more

3/20/25 08:29 AM

QDC chips in $3,000 for mural project

In a special meeting Thursday evening, the Quitman Development Corporation voted to approve a $3,000 sponsorship for the Wood County Walls group. more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 3/20/25 08:28 AM

Toys for Tots among ways Corps League serves

The Wood County Marine Corps League wrapped up another successful Toys for Tots (TFT) campaign, serving 2,000 Wood County children and their families. more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 3/20/25 08:26 AM

Quitman grad named UA-LR’s royal

Junior Brooklyn Marcee of Quitman was crowned the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s 2025 Homecoming Royal on Saturday, Feb. 22, during the halftime homecoming court ceremony at the … more

3/20/25 08:25 AM

New doctor joins Grace Community Healthcare staff

Grace Community Healthcare Ministry, located near downtown Mineola at 312 N. Pacific St., has had a new provider come on board to serve the Mineola community. According to clinic director Susan … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 3/20/25 08:25 AM

Sheriff Cole outlines second term challenges

Consistency and communications. Those were the two issues with which Sheriff Kelly Cole came into office Jan. 1, 2021. “They were my priorities in 2020 and they remain priorities … more

3/20/25 08:24 AM

Commissioners deny permission to build on county lake property

Despite impassioned pleas from the property owner, the contractor and an attorney, Wood County commissioners denied special permission Monday to rebuild a home on a lot at Lake Quitman. Bruce … more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 3/20/25 08:23 AM

Rain won’t slow Shamrock run

Neither the rain nor the cooler temperatures were able to deter the 84 runners and walkers who braved the elements Saturday, March 15 to compete in the first Quitman-Lake Fork Kiwanis Shamrock 5K … more

By CARLEY TUCKER | 3/20/25 08:22 AM

Historic courthouse turns 100

Wood County celebrated its 100-year-old courthouse Tuesday with a presentation, proclamation and displays. County commissioners heard from county Historical Commission Chairman Jimmy Phillips … more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 3/20/25 08:22 AM

Canine Mata gains national recognition

Mata, who served as a law enforcement canine for Wood County Prec. 2 Constable Kelly Smith until his retirement Dec. 31, was honored in Washington D.C. last week by the Animals in War and Peace … more

3/20/25 08:21 AM

QHS band's behavior honored

The Quitman ISD Top Dog award for March went to the Quitman Proud Blue Band, represented by Director Michael Barron, left. Superintendent Chris Mason presented the award to the band for its positive … more

3/20/25 08:19 AM

402nd District Court hears pleas

The following guilty pleas were heard and sentences assessed February 26-28 in 402nd District Court in Quitman: John Dee Strange, Terrell, evading arrest or detention with a vehicle, third … more

3/20/25 08:19 AM

Mineola Fire Department Report

Medical assist, assist EMS crew: March 7, 9:54 p.m., CR 2425; March 8, 2:03 p.m., Lakeside Place; March 9, 1:23 p,m., CR 2302; March 9, 9:30 p.m., CR 2798; March 11, 2:04 p.m., CR 1658; March 11, … more

3/20/25 08:16 AM

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

March 5 Sgt. Cox, drunken subject; caller stated subject came into store intoxicated, cussing at her employees, advised to call the Sheriff’s Office next time subject returns, criminal … more

3/20/25 08:15 AM

Mineola Police Report

March 8 7:45 a.m., missing person, girlfriend missing since previous evening, threatened self harm, vehicle located, EMS checked subject. 11:00 a.m., assault, W. Kilpatrick, party wanted … more

3/20/25 08:15 AM

Top chamber honors to Dossett, Shockey

If there was a common theme among the award winners at last Tuesday’s Mineola Chamber of Commerce banquet, it was the incredible amount of time, energy and effort the recipients have poured … more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 3/13/25 09:08 AM

Blood donation drive scheduled in Mineola

A blood drive has been scheduled by Carter BloodCare at City National Bank in Mineola, 200 N. Pacific, Monday, March 17 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participants will receive a 30-ounce camo drink … more

3/13/25 09:07 AM

Farmers market returning to Quitman Saturday

The Quitman Farmers and Artisans Market returns on Saturday, March 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 412 E. Goode St. (Origin Bank parking lot). Dale “The C” Cummings will perform from … more

3/13/25 09:07 AM

Breakfast to benefit Mineola food bank

The monthly Breakfast With a Heart will be hosted by the Broad Street Church of Christ of Mineola at 440 W. Broad St. Saturday, March 15. All you can eat breakfast (eggs, bacon, sausage, … more

3/13/25 09:02 AM