A star-spangled 4th of July
Alba council OKs plan to fight hogs
DAR celebrates independence, pending anniversary
Pucker up for pork
Enjoying fresh food
Owner transformed property into garden spot
Remona Satterwhite grew up in an area of Texas known for its caliche, its mineral deposits tightly binding the soil. It not only dries to the consistency of concrete but makes simply digging a …
New state law could boost county’s election expenses
Future Wood County elections could cost taxpayers more, perhaps a lot more. County Elections Administrator Laura Wise briefed county commissioners on the potential cost increases in a budget …
Mineola Fire Department readies annual 2-day rodeo
The 62nd annual Mineola Fire Department Rodeo will be held Friday and Saturday, July 11-12 at the rodeo grounds off US Hwy. 69 North. Action gets underway at 8 p.m. nightly, with crowning of …
Sheriff’s office to implement electronic bonding system
Wood County will be switching to a system that allows persons placed in the county jail to have their bonds handled electronically. Jail Capt. Louis Dahlman said the program will help streamline …
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Grand Jury hands down indictments
The Wood County Grand Jury handed down the following indictments on June 30 and July 1: Jamie Leah Abbott, Winnsboro, possession of controlled substance (PCS) penalty group (PG) 1/1B, four grams …
County Master Gardeners planning herb festival
The Wood County Master Gardener Association presents Herb Fest 2025 “From the Roots Up!” Come join in the fun while gaining some knowledge on growing and utilizing …
Fourth gathering a family tradition in Mineola
“It just gets the whole town together,” stated Christa Wilson. The Mineola native was discussing the impact of the annual fireworks show – a show which is rapidly becoming regarded …
Bread of Life benefits from church breakfast
Breakfast With a Heart will be hosted by New Hope Baptist Church, 3855 FM 1801, Mineola on Saturday, July 12. The all-you-can-eat breakfast of eggs, …
Sheriff’s office plans day for pet adoptions
The Wood County Sheriff’s Office will host a summer pet adoption day Saturday, July 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Quitman FFA show pavilion …
Virgil Newton Roach 1925-2025
Joe H. Sharp, Jr. 1938-2025
Monitor closing for week of vacation July 21-25
Church hosting its homecoming
Local student earns degree at Midwestern St.
Pair named to honor society
