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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 Police Report

May 20 12:41 a.m., unknown offense, N. Pacific, intoxicated teens in store, odd behavior but no impairment. 1:45 a.m., vehicle stop/arrest, 200 blk E. Kilpatrick, Justin Cockrum arrested … more

Utility district employee arrested on $300K theft

The Wood County Sheriff’s Dept. has been investigating a possible theft from the district since June, when it was reported that about $40,000 was missing. more

Two qualify for president’s list at Mississippi

Mississippi College in Clinton releases the president’s list after the fall and spring semesters each academic year. Local honorees include Savannah Edwards of Alba and Hailey Hettich of … more

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

Festival draws a crowd

The annual Iron Horse Heritage Festival found patrons flocking to downtown Mineola once again... 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

Mineola City Council views small decrease in tax rate

Mineola city taxpayers could see a slight decrease in the property tax rate. The city council reviewed possible tax scenarios in a workshop Monday night. The tax rate will be formally … more
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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

Store holds many Golden memories

Printed on Diane White’s brightly-colored shirt was the message: “I smile because I have no idea what is going on!” Stay for a few minutes in the Golden Grocery and it becomes … more
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Downtown Mineola project set to begin

Work is expected to get underway in the next week on the 1888 downtown plaza project in Mineola. The city is using federal COVID relief dollars to build public restrooms, electronic charging … more

Burning ban lifted

Wood County Judge Kevin White lifted the outdoor burning ban Tuesday afternoon.

The order, effective Sept. 26, says the Texas Forest Service finds drought conditions have subsided and the County Judge and Fire Marshal agree, so burning may resume. more

County Grand Jury returns indictments

The Wood County Grand Jury returned these indictments on Jan. 2: Reginald Demar Christian, Hawkins, unauthorized use of a vehicle, state jail felony, Aug. 29, 2023. Darrell Lynn Johnson, … 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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