Candidates line up for place on primary ballot
Filing deadline is Dec. 9.
Scroggins named QDC board president
Club of honor
A group of military veterans gathers at the flag pole at the Mineola Country Club Friday morning for the singing of the National Anthem, along with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, before teeing off in the club’s annual veterans tournament.
Honor and Remember Flags presented to Knight family
The Mineola Rotary Club held a special Veterans Day presentation at their Nov. 11 meeting to honor all veterans present, with special consideration given to Dr. Bill Knight and his family.
Dean taking full ride to Lamar
East Texas girls basketball Player of the Year Sabria Dean was all smiles on Friday afternoon as she accepted a full four-year scholarship to Lamar University.
MISD board OKs CTE resolution
Amidst a room full of CTE supporters, the Mineola ISD board of trustees approved a resolution Monday to move forward with planning a regional hub for Career and Technical Education (CTE).
MISD superintendent job draws 45 applicants
Mineola ISD school board held a special meeting Thursday, Nov. 14, to review and discuss resumes received for the superintendent position.
The board has received resumes from 45 applicants, exceeding the expectations of 30-40.
Mineola school board OKs using district fields for youth soccer association 2020 seasons
The Mineola Soccer Association has a new home.
The Mineola ISD board of trustees unanimously approved a facility use proposal prepared by Shelby Turner, Mineola High School Soccer coach, at the Monday night meeting.
Lady Jackets handle Hallsville in season opener
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Dean taking full ride to Lamar
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Lady Panthers win two, fall to Kilgore
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Quitman girls off to quick start
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Patricia Ann Rodgers, 1937-2019
Patricia Ann Rodgers, 81 of Mineola, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019 in Longview. She was born on Dec. 10, 1937 in Kimball, Tenn. to the late Edward Morrison and Martha Jane Hudson Morrison. …
Sam P. Hooper, Jr., 1948-2019
Sam P. Hooper, Jr., Ph.D. lost his life to cancer on Nov. 11, 2019. He was 71. He was born in Nacogdoches and raised throughout Texas, completing his B.A. at Austin College and his doctorate at …
Kelsey Lynn Cowley, 2002-2019
Funeral services for Kelsey Lynn Cowley, 17, of Alba were held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, at Amazing Grace Fellowship Church, Alba, under direction of Wilson-Bartley Funeral Home, Alba, with …
Robert Richard Spurgeon, 1948-2019
Services for Robert Richard Spurgeon, 71, of Golden, were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019 at Pilgrim Rest No. 2 Baptist Church, Golden, under the direction of Wilson-Bartley Funeral Home of …
Dolores Jean Spaugh Hyde, 1936-2019
Graveside services for Dolores Jean Spaugh Hyde, 83, of Pasadena, were scheduled for 2 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019 at Salem Cemetery. Mrs. Hyde passed away Nov. 17, 2019 in Pasadena. She was …
the week in wood county
Community Thanksgiving meals and services planned
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Annual tour of homes locations announced
Yesterday at 6:24 PMExperience the warm feelings and happiness of a Country Cottage Christmas with family and friends as the Mineola Landmark Commission and Junior …
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Turkey Trot to step off in Quitman on Thanksgiving
Yesterday at 6:24 PMIf you’re looking for a way to get moving on Thanksgiving Day before sitting down at the dinner table, bring the family to Rock Solid Fitness …
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Author to speak
Yesterday at 6:24 PMAuthor Ali Master, of Beyond the Golden Door, will be speaking Sunday, Nov. 24 at 9:30 a.m. at Lake Country Bible Church, 1402 N. Pacific in …
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Chamber plans holiday parade
Yesterday at 6:24 PMThe 2019 Mineola Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade is Saturday, Dec. 7 at 5:30 p.m. in downtown Mineola. This years theme is “A Charles …
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Quitman holiday tour and country store set Dec. 8
Yesterday at 5:40 PMThe Forever Young Activity Center (FYAC) annual Tour of Homes will be Sunday, Dec. 8 from noon to 5 p.m. Ticket prices are $10 in advance and …
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Open house planned at new county annex
Yesterday at 5:40 PMAn open house for the new Wood County Annex in Quitman will be held Nov. 21 from 10 a.m.-noon. Cookies and punch will be served. The annex is …
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Multiple organizations step into the gap in fight against hunger in Wood County
With a large percent of Wood County residents living at or below the poverty level, hunger is an ever-present problem. According to Feeding America, one in five people struggle with hunger in East Texas. During the holiday time, that need seems to intensify.
Donations sought for state championship rings
Donations are being accepted at the Mineola ISD administration office to purchase state rings ($250 per ring) for each member of The Sound of the Swarm.
