Mineola Caring and Sharing wrapped up the 2022 drive by assisting about 260 families from the Mineola area on distribution day Saturday. more

Christmastime is here. It was a weekend for festive family fun in Wood County. more

One never knows what kind of magic can come out of the back of a well-worn Chevy step-side pickup. For businesses throughout East and South Texas, that magic comes in the Christmas window paintings … more

Plenty of holiday events are scheduled around Wood County, starting with a busy weekend ahead. more

Patriotism is one of the focuses for the Pilot Club of Mineola. For many years, the club has sponsored a contest for Mineola Elementary students to develop patriotic ideals in children. more

The Mineola Caring & Sharing project is heading to the finish line for the annual food distribution Saturday, Dec. 10, and volunteers are needed to help sort, box and transport food. more

The now-annual tree-lighting at the eastern steps of the Wood County courthouse was dampened but not dimmed last Thursday evening. The wet, wintry weather kept the crowd slightly smaller than the past couple of years, but the few dozen that did come to witness it lit up all the same. more

The Jeep show benefiting the Wood County Blue Santa program has been rescheduled for Saturday, Dec. 4 at Meredith Memorial Stadium in Mineola. more

After a one-year absence, Salvation Army bell ringing has returned to Mineola. It’s important to note that 100% of the money donated remains in Mineola to benefit needy families all year long. … more

Cheryl Wood of Cheryl’s Lake Country Florist spoke to the Mineola Kiwanis about her experience in Uvalde. more

The Mineola Landmark Commission hosts “Welcome Back Home,” continuing the annual Tour of Homes which was suspended two years due to COVID-19. The tour will be Sunday, Dec. 4 from 1 to 5 p.m. more

The Rotary Club of Mineola celebrated its 82nd year of existence Friday, Nov. 18. Members at last week’s meeting included, from left, Frank Taylor, Kraig Yarbrough, Lou Steele, Mark Anderson, … more

The Wood County Child Welfare Board and Child Protection Board honored past members for their service Oct. 3 at Jim Hogg Park in Quitman by having a brick in their name placed on the walkway to the … more

The Lake Country Classics Car Club donated $500 to the Wood County Child Protective Board for the Rainbow Room at their last Cars and Coffee event Saturday until next spring. more

In this year alone, more than 350 children in northeast Texas have been victims of child sexual and physical abuse or neglect, the majority of whom are girls ages six to twelve. more

Giving trees have been placed in several locations to benefit Mineola Caring & Sharing. more

The Quitman Future Farmers of America celebrated Thanksgiving a little early last week with a scrumptious meal featuring fried turkeys with all the trimmings. more

Hugs and salutes are simple gestures. Hugs express love and sometimes provide comfort. Salutes convey respect and can show gratitude.

Those at the Quilts of Valor presentation Friday morning at Stitchin’ Heaven in Quitman witnessed these meaningful motions in their sincerest forms. more

To honor the anniversary of the Daughters of the American Revolution founding on Oct 11, 1895, chapters and individuals are encouraged to engage in meaningful service projects in their communities … more

The Mineola High School Class of 1962 had a reunion on Saturday, Nov. 5. Class members attending were, from left, Letrice Kemp Brown, Mary Lou Oglesby Maxfield, Barry Head, Jerrie Lou Wilhite … more