Letters to the editor are opinions expressed by the writers and in no way reflect opinions or policies of this paper. Publication of a letter does not necessarily mean the facts have been … more

May is “Reading the Cowboy Trail” Month at the Quitman Public Library, and the line-up of books on display is looking mighty good. Stop by and check out what is new in adult, young adult … more

Most of us grew up with pretty much the same basic grilled cheese sandwich, right? Two slices of bread with cheese between, grilled or toasted. Super simple. But creativity has taken center stage … more

A couple of incidents in recent days brought back a flood of memories from early efforts at political activism. A week before the city election, two young ladies came through our neighborhood with … more

We’ve had a very busy month. The Eagle Scout Project began, we participated in three fundraisers for the library, and we had a successful book sale. more

Each year the month of April is set aside as National Poetry Month, inaugurated by the Academy of American Poets in 1996, and the Quitman Public Library is highlighting this event with a display near … more

When it comes to nutrition, leafy greens are excellent choices – they top the charts in nutrition. Their benefits include... more

Lots of things happening in April. We had a very successful bake sale thanks to City National Bank and all who baked and bought. We appreciate CNB for putting this on for us.

There is a potential for a book sale on Saturday, April 17. more

Do you read the public notices? It’s OK to admit if you don’t, but you could be missing out on some important information. more

While many residents of Mineola have expressed concern about the proposed concrete batch plant to be located near the Mineola Nature Preserve, I would like to express my concerns as a user of the nature preserve.  more

I just wanted to express publicly my disapproval of the proposed construction of a concrete batch plant at the corner of S, Loop 564 and CR 2724, directly across from the Mineola Nature Preserve’s Derby Equestrian Center.  more

As a frequent visitor to Mineola to enjoy your restaurants, your friendly folks and your open arms, but also to take walks or ride horses through the Nature Preserve, I have a word or two to say about the impending mistake of letting a concrete batch plant being built literally a stone’s throw away from your beautiful almost 3,000-acre preserve. more