Every weekday morning I drive on Mimosa Street on my way to work, I look east as I’m at the intersection of Peachtree. Often, at least for a season, I smile as I notice the sun illuminating the big … more

I love bulbs of all kinds, and have them planted throughout my gardens. The bulb is an underground storage structure that allows the plant to survive through drought as well as winter. Bulbs include … more

If you are in the forage business you need to be on the watch for armyworms. I have already had reports of armyworm damage. With the recent rain, producers need to be diligent in watching their … more

Summer break has arrived. The library had a wonderful turn out on June 8 for the first day of the Summer Reading Program. Tweens and Teens hosted 16 participants and the kindergarten to fifth grade … more

Dear editor, The historic 2016 election result produced hope, protests, and fear and loathing.  Four months into President Trump’s presidency, the fears of many appear to be justified by the … more

His Florsheim dress shoes sit on my closet floor today, 13 years after he last wore them. A black dress shirt he wore on special occasions hangs above the shoes. His Schofield Study Bible, with notes … more

To the editor, Recognition is due to the Mineola High School Junior Historians and their sponsors for the well-researched and presented Memorial Day program on May 29 at St Dunstan’s Episcopal … more

I am the Flag of the United States of America. It is almost impossible to go through a day without seeing me… flying proudly over public buildings and military bases… marching at the head of … more

It’s the end of school and high school graduation is all around us. I remember the feeling of anxiety as I prepared for graduation in May, 1969 from W.W. Samuell High School in Dallas. It was a … more

To the editor, Now that the smoke has cleared, the taxpayers of Mineola have dodged a bullet, i.e. a $41 million debt owed for the next 30 years. By a mere 79 votes, our little town could have … more