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Mobile military museum readies for roll out
The call came just before Memorial Day weekend. Robert Dymek, founder and operator of the GHQ Military Museum, was nearing completion of his initial displays, housed in a remodeled building behind …
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By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 6/15/23 09:35 AM
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 6/15/23 09:35 AM
First time up among the clouds for youngsters
Local aviators of the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1475 rallied Saturday to provide youngsters their first flights during a Young Eagles Day at Wisener Field.
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By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 6/15/23 09:35 AM
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 6/15/23 09:35 AM
Army of helpers spreads good news across county
The UM (United Methodist) Army of youth from various Texas churches joined forces last week to complete a variety of assistance projects in the northern part of Wood County including the Quitman area.
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By Larry Tucker
editor@wood.cm | 6/15/23 09:35 AM
editor@wood.cm | 6/15/23 09:35 AM
Historical marker planned for Freeman Chapel church
A historical marker is expected to be placed at the site of the former Freeman Chapel Baptist Church as a part of the upcoming Freeman Chapel Homecoming celebration. The celebration – set for …
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By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 6/8/23 11:32 AM
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 6/8/23 11:32 AM
Lodge awards community builder to Patricia Neel
Flora Lodge No. 119’s 2023 Community Builder’s Award was presented to Patricia Neel by Worshipful Master Charlie Couser on Thursday, May 25 at its facilities in Quitman.
This is the …
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6/8/23 11:32 AM
Colorful tour highlights local gardens
Folks participating in last Saturday’s Fannie Marchman Garden Club annual garden tour were rewarded with a brilliant, if humid, morning. The full illumination highlighted a rainbow of colors …
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By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 6/8/23 11:31 AM
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 6/8/23 11:31 AM
Annual KidFish draws crowd to Lake Fork
It was a beautiful day for fishing Saturday as 300 kids showed up with their parents and guardians for the annual KidFish held the first Saturday in June. The area at the headquarters of Sabine River …
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By Larry Tucker
editor@wood.cm | 6/8/23 11:12 AM
editor@wood.cm | 6/8/23 11:12 AM
A tradition of donuts
In keeping with the tradition of National Donut Day, on Friday, June 2, Beth and Roy Shockey of Mineola’s Salvation Army Service Unit delivered donuts to Mineola Police Dept., Mineola Fire …
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6/8/23 11:07 AM
Block party in Quitman
The ladies making balloon animals were popular at the Faith Baptist Church block party Saturday on the church parking lot.
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6/8/23 11:06 AM
Quitman Pilot Club partners with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
The Pilot Club of Quitman has become a local program partner of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
This partnership makes it possible for every Alba-Golden, Quitman and Yantis …
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6/8/23 11:05 AM
Honoring a special lady
Friends of Ila Wisdom gathered May 31 in Jim Hogg City Park in Quitman for a brick dedication ceremony in honor of her, hosted by The Quitman-Lake Fork Kiwanis Club and The Quitman Area Chamber of …
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6/8/23 11:05 AM
ET Food Bank offering free summer meals
The East Texas Food Bank kicks off the free Summer Food Program on Tuesday, June 6 at 34 East Texas locations so children will not go hungry during the summer break.
There are …
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6/6/23 12:16 PM
Breakfast benefits food pantry ministry
Breakfast With a Heart will be hosted by First Assembly of God Church at 1917 N. US 69 in Mineola on Saturday, June 3. …
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6/6/23 12:15 PM
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.
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6/6/23 12:15 PM
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. …
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6/6/23 12:14 PM
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 …
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6/6/23 12:13 PM
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 …
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6/6/23 12:11 PM
Club offers brain health course to students
First and second graders at Quitman, Alba-Golden and Yantis schools were treated recently to BrainMinders™, a signature curriculum of Pilot International.
This community outreach program, …
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5/25/23 08:30 AM
Mineola senior center sports new paint job
The Mineola Senior Citizens Center is up and running again.
New activities include a monthly potluck with a guest speaker on the first Thursday of each month. The next one is set June 1 at noon. …
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5/25/23 08:30 AM
Hudsons benefit library, McFarland
The Mineola Memorial Library and The Addie E. McFarland Foundation each received a donation of $4,855 from the Max and Mary Hudson Charitable Foundation on Friday.
The Hudson Foundation was established by lifelong residents of Mineola, Max and Mary Hudson. more
The Hudson Foundation was established by lifelong residents of Mineola, Max and Mary Hudson. more
5/25/23 08:30 AM
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