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Local man’s wagons among best in the country

J.R. “Junior” Gregg   leaned forward at the dining room table, “If you have mules you need a wagon; if you have a wagon you need mules, because they are going to … more
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Historic Kirk home named August yard of the month

There are some structures that demand attention, with their architectural dignity and quiet elegance. Such a house is 311 E. Kilpatrick in Mineola, formerly a bed and breakfast, now a stately … more

Mineola animal shelter recognized

The city of Mineola’s animal shelter has been recognized for its efforts as a no-kill shelter. Animal control officer Jordana Green received a letter of congratulations recently from the … more

Hebron to manage judicial education program for TAC

The Texas Association of Counties (TAC) has appointed former Wood County Judge Lucy Hebron as its new judicial education program manager. Hebron will oversee the development and implementation … more

Quitman Library Connections

August is back-to-school month, and the Quitman Public Library is ready with the most up-to-date homework help ranging from kindergarten to college. The library subscribes to the TexShare … more
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Sportsman’s group celebrating 25 years

A familiar site on Lake Fork during bass tournaments is the live-release-boat (LRB) provided by Lake Fork Sportsman’s Association (LFSA). The survival rate of fish brought to LFSA’s LRB … more

Alba council sets special tax, budget meets

Two dates for items concerning the 2024-25 city of Alba budget were scheduled by the city council Monday. The council will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26 to propose the property tax rate. … more
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MISD teacher publishes first book, real-world Bible study for children

“It started out with me and my kids. I wanted them to have a Bible study that we could do together, that we could enjoy.” Alicia Stewart, a teacher of 7th grade English at Mineola … more

Commissioners zero in on budget

Wood County commissioners dug into personnel requests Monday as they work on finalizing the proposed 2024-25 county budget. They will meet Thursday at 9 a.m. to discuss a proposed property tax … more
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One AGISD neighbor objects to plans closing part of county road

One neighbor of Alba-Golden schools is objecting to the district’s plan to close a section of county road behind the football stadium. Kim Morris, who owns property along County Road 2377 … more
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Commissioners award county jail project bid

Wood County commissioners awarded a contract Tuesday for renovations and expansion of the county jail. Tegrity Contractors of Allen was the low bidder at $7,177,777 with a 365 calendar day … more

Rotarians ready Hot Wheels event

Mineola Rotarians gathered Sunday afternoon at Greg Hollen’s house and built a pair of Hot Wheels tracks for this coming Saturday’s 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hot Wheels Run at Mineola’s … more

Mineola ISD welcomes public to view new primary campus

Mineola will dedicate its first new campus in several decades Friday with a ribbon cutting and related events at the new Primary School on NE Loop 564 at 10 a.m. School tours will be offered by … more

Getting ready for school

Mineola Kiwanis Club distributed free school supplies Saturday morning at the Mineola Civic Center pavilion to Mineola and Alba-Golden students from pre-kindergarten to fifth grade, as well as … more

Calvin R. Thompson 1928-2024

A celebration of life will be held for Calvin R. Thompson, 95, of Canton at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024 at The Gathering Place, 7691 State Hwy. 198 in Canton. Come and go fellowship and finger … more

James (Jim) F. Courtney, Jr.  1944-2024

James (Jim) F. Courtney, Jr. died at age 79 on July 25, 2024 after a long illness. Jim was a loving and devoted son, father, brother, and uncle. Jim grew up in Quitman. He excelled in high … more

Quitman Police Report

  The Quitman Police Dept. answered 272 calls for service from July 1-31, issued 150 traffic citations, gave 254 traffic warnings, took 24 reports, issued two criminal trespass warnings and made … more

Mineola Fire Department Report

Assist EMS: July 25, 10:43 a.m., McDaniels; July 26, 11:15 a.m., Bromberg; July 26, 9:18 p.m., CR 2276; July 27, 9:18 p.m., CR 2270; July 28, 4:48 p.m., Edwards; July 30, 10:42 a.m., CR 2840; July … more

Mineola Police Report

July 27 9:10 a.m., civil matter, Brenda, officer advised spoke to subject. 9:45 a.m., theft, NE Loop 564, subject used self check, got cash back, left cash, returned and asked female behind … more

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

July 24 Sgt. Cox, theft, Private Road 8873; victim gave subject permission to use truck, will not return it, advised is civil issue. Deputy Way, assault; several nights ago victim assaulted … more
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