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CRAPPIEFEST to be held March 27-29

CRAPPIEFEST will be held on March 27-29 at the Caney Point Recreation Area on Lake Fork. A free festival, expo, boat show, and family fun event, CRAPPIEFEST expects a turnout of thousands for … more

Quitman ISD does groundbreaking on facility improvement projects

Green is the color for St. Patrick’s Day, but blue was the predominant color in Quitman Tuesday, March 17 as the community celebrated the start of construction on the Quitman school district’s … more
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Youth prepare for the 2026 Wood County Junior Livestock Show

The 2026 Wood County Junior Livestock Show (WCJLS) will take place Monday, March 30 through Friday, April 3, at the Quitman ISD Agricultural Pavilion. This year’s show will feature 300 exhibitors … more

Shamrock Shuffle 5K brings runners, walkers and community together in Quitman

Runners, walkers and a few four-legged participants gathered in downtown Quitman on Saturday morning, March 14, for the Quitman-Lake Fork Kiwanis Club’s annual Shamrock Shuffle 5K. The St. … more
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Regional Cyclists in Special Olympics race toward state competition

The parking lot at Mineola High School’s football field buzzed with energy Saturday as about 50 athletes from across North Texas competed in the North Region Special Olympics cycling competition. … more
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Quitman True Value holds anniversary celebration

Quitman True Value held a 10-year anniversary celebration Saturday, March 10. Owners and employees gave away free hot dogs and drinks, prizes, and entries to win a grill or one of two coolers. … more
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New Hope Baptist Church to host 5K fundraiser for youth program March 28

The Mineola Nature Preserve is the perfect venue for the New Hope Baptist Church’s upcoming 5K youth program fundraiser, according to Youth Minister Brennan Margos. “The natural beauty of … more
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Quitman Farmers & Artisans Market kicks off season

The revamped Quitman Farmers & Artisans Market officially opened its new season March 14, drawing a crowd of community members who took advantage of the beautiful weather to support local … more
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Mineola plans blow-out events for America’s 250th anniversary

Between its businesses, nonprofits, civic organizations and individuals, Mineola is making one giant plan to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary – the Semiquincentennial – on July 4. … more

Quitman ISD holds groundbreaking on $30 million bond project

The Quitman ISD bond, which passed for $30.85 million, is coming to visible fruition: the school did a project-wide groundbreaking on Tuesday, March 17. The project has been officially in the … more
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House fires in Mineola, Hawkins result in no human casualties

A house fire at 900 Kings Lane in Mineola Tuesday, March 10 resulted in a total property loss; however, resident and property owner Allen Glenny was physically unharmed. Mineola Fire Marshal … more
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Mineola Chamber of Commerce holds banquet, hands out awards

The Mineola Chamber of Commerce held their annual banquet Thursday, March 12. The event encompassed several hours and included a catered meal by Chef Tyler of Fusion in the Woods Catering and … more
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Mineola starting more America250 celebrations

The Mineola Kiwanis Club is hosting an America250 Best-Decorated Residence Contest in the Mineola School District. The winner will receive a five-year subscription to the flag service. … more

Quitman leaders collaborate to hire new chamber director

The Quitman Development Corporation (QDC), working with members of the Quitman City Council and the Quitman Chamber of Commerce, assisted in the recent hiring of a new Executive Director of the … more
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Wood County Sheriff’s Office holds doggie adoption day

The Wood County Sheriff’s Office held an adoption day event on Saturday, March 7. According to organizer and Assistant Jail Administrator Jeanie Hurst, 20 dogs were taken to the event, and two … more
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Local hardware store celebrates 10th anniversary

They’ve got plants. They’ve got mulch. They’ve got cans of WD-40. They’ve got paint, and batteries, and tools. A big-box hardware store? No, the Quitman True Value – which is about to … more

Quitman Rotary Club to hold blood drive

The Quitman Rotary Club will be holding their second blood drive of the year on Wednesday, March 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will take place inside JOY Hall at the Quitman First United … more

Megan Whitworth named executive director of the Quitman Chamber of Commerce

The City of Quitman has announced that Megan Whitworth is the new Executive Director of the Quitman Chamber of Commerce.   The role of the Executive Director involves leading the … more

Mineola Yellowjackets sophomore named to all-state football team

Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association has named the Class 3A all-state football team. Kipton Neighbors, Mineola sophomore, has earned honorable mention honors for as an all-purpose player. more

The family that coaches together, stays together: TaShara Stephens-Ryder

“I’m late to everything in life but volleyball,” stated Mineola head volleyball coach TaShara Stephens-Ryder.   That may sound like a claim made in jest, but for Stephens-Ryder, it is … more
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