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Family continues tradition of helping animal causes

The fourth annual work day and donation event benefiting Animal Protection of East Texas in memory of Jeff Gannon is Sunday, Oct. 8 at the animal shelter off west U.S. Hwy. 80 in Mineola. more

County history on display

Wood County Historical Commission Chairman Ulna McWhorter presents historical Civil War mementos to county commissioners at last week’s open house for the Archive and Research Center on the … more

Tips for Tots set Monday at Lake Fork

The eighth annual Tips for Tots benefiting foster children in Wood County is Monday, Aug. 7 from 4-7 p.m. at Bill Smith’s Fish House at Lake Fork, 5375 N. FM 17 (near FM 515).   The … more

Holiday beer garden plans up in the air

Plans for a beer garden during the Hometown Christmas event Saturday, Dec. 2 in downtown Quitman were approved by the city council Thursday. But it may not happen. The chamber had sought a … more
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“New” concrete skate park becoming reality for Mineola

Imagine back to when you were a kid. Did you ever have that one project you just dreamed about, a place designed by a kid, for a kid? That’s exactly what Mineola’s Flint and Steel … more
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Mineola Caring & Sharing serves 335 families

Mineola Caring & Sharing served 335 families and 1,374 people in 2023,   an increase from 2022.   A number of family applications were received at the last minute, and with the help of … more

UM Army plans extensive work in Wood County

The UM Army will be in Wood County June 5-9 to take on variety of projects assisting residents. The United Methodist Action Reach-out Mission will bring 80 workers from 6th grade to college age … more

Getting ready for school

The Mineola Kiwanis Club distributed free school supplies Saturday morning at the Mineola Civic Center, along with hot dogs and popsicles. Participants line up to register.   more

Panthers celebrate homecoming in Alba

Well over a hundred gathered on the Alba square Friday afternoon support the Panthers at the inaugural community homecoming pep rally. more

Mineola, Quitman seniors to graduate Friday

Mineola, Quitman seniors to graduate Friday. Here is the commencement information for both schools. more

DAR chapter can help connect to patriotic ties

The Elizabeth Denton English Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution invites prospective members to a paper party designed to assist in finding a patriotic ancestor. … more

St. Dunstan’s hosting blood drive June 10

St. Dunstan Episcopal Church will host a blood drive on Saturday, June 10 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at 800 N. Johnson St. in Mineola. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins will be accepted as … more

Perfectly fine art adorns Wood County walls

Seeing any of the creations as they went up throughout the week, one can easily surmise that the citizens of Wood County are getting more than just fine, but in many cases, incredible works of art. more
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McFarland Bears honored with special day in Mineola

Three McFarland Bears, who starred for the football team at Mineola’s black high school in the 1960s, were honored by the city council Monday. Nov. 27 was proclaimed McFarland Bears … more

Juneteenth celebration set June 17 in Mineola

Food, fun, fellowship, music and games will mark the celebration of Juneteenth in Mineola on Saturday, June 17. The free festivities will be held at the McFarland school campus at 708 Stone St. … more
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