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Sheree Mize honored at NASDAQ for service with Broadstreet Bank

Sheree Mize was honored with her picture in Times Square, New York City for her 48 years of service at Broadstreet Bank. Her image was displayed on the 120 foot tall billboard praising her for her … more

6/3/26 11:32 AM

Kilts, bagpipes and Highland games: Celtic Festival runs June 12-14 in Hawkins

For one weekend in June, a quiet stretch of East Texas countryside will transform into something straight out of the Scottish Highlands. Bagpipes will echo through the trees. Fire dancers will light … more

By Carley Tucker | 6/3/26 11:32 AM

Alba Library and Museum

“Unearth a Story” at Alba Library This Summer Join us this summer for a chance to “Unearth a Story” and dig for a good book! Our Summer Reading Program begins with a reading contest that … more

6/3/26 11:30 AM

Wood County 4-H members headed to state roundup

Eight Wood County 4-H members will represent the county at the 2026 Texas 4-H Roundup, June 1-5, in College Station, where they will compete against some of the state’s top 4-H participants in a … more

By Carley Tucker | 6/3/26 11:29 AM

Jams for Jerad benefit concert to support local mechanic battling cancer

For nearly three decades, Jerad Kratzmeyer has been the mechanic many Mineola-area residents turned to when their vehicles needed repair. Now, as he faces one of the biggest challenges of his life, … more

By Justin Kruse
justinkrusereporter@gmail.com | 6/3/26 11:29 AM

Low voter turnout decides primary runoff elections

Low voter turnout helped decide the outcome of the May 26 primary runoff elections in Wood County. According to the latest available voter registration figures from the Texas Secretary of State, Wood … more

By Carley Tucker | 6/3/26 11:21 AM

Faith Baptist Church to hold VBS Express plus community block party

Faith Baptist Church of Quitman will hold VBS EXPRESS PLUS on Saturday, June 6. The event will begin at 3 p.m. with a one-session Vacation Bible School. A family-oriented community block party will … more

6/3/26 11:20 AM

Mineola Fire Department Report

May 22 11:01 a.m., medical call, breathing problems, 803 E. McDonald St.; 6:26 p.m., citizen assist/lift assist, 803 E. McDonald St. May 23 9:14 a.m., hazardous situation, downed/arching electrical … more

6/3/26 11:09 AM

Wood County Sheriff's Report

May 20 Deputies performed a warrant service on FM 14. Susan Applegate, was arrested on an active warrant. Deputy Whisenhunt responded to a fire on FM 515. Coke FD advised they have responded to … more

6/3/26 11:09 AM

Mineola Police Report

May 14 6:21 a.m., information only, NE Loop 564, caller reported possible stalking concern after a woman photographed her vehicle and license plate at her workplace, no offense occurred within the … more

6/3/26 11:09 AM

Whistle Stop Pediatrics bringing family-focused care to Quitman

Three decades may seem like a long time, but when you’re following your heart and fulfilling your calling, time flies by. Pediatric nurse practitioner Beverly Hargrove answered her calling 32 years … more

By Carley Tucker | 5/28/26 10:14 AM

Commissioners hear recreation land proposal, transfer rabies authority

The Wood County Commissioners Court heard a presentation Monday morning from Erik Duerkop with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding a proposed land acquisition near Little Sandy Creek in the … more

5/28/26 10:13 AM

Alba-Golden trustees recognize excellence across district

The Alba-Golden School Board welcomed new trustee Devon Hawthorn, and bid farewell to outgoing trustee Brad Lennon, at the regularly-scheduled meeting last Thursday, May 21. The newly-reconstituted … more

By John Arbter | 5/28/26 10:11 AM

Grand jury hands down indictments

The Wood County Criminal District Attorney’s Office presented felony cases on May 11 to a Wood County Grand Jury. The grand jury handed down the following indictments: Brendon Dillen Brockman, … more

5/28/26 10:10 AM

Quitman Council discusses permitting updates, senior services and community improvements

Quitman city leaders discussed updates to permitting, code enforcement, utility fees and community development initiatives during last week’s city council meeting, May 21. They also listened to a … more

By Carley Tucker | 5/28/26 10:10 AM

Family fun abounds at Lake Holbrook for Memorial Day

By Memorial Day, the numbers at Lake Holbrook had thinned out just a bit, but there was yet a healthy crowd. It was busy enough to make use of the whole recreation area, but with enough room so that … more

By John Arbter | 5/28/26 10:08 AM

Mineola Fire Department Report

May 14 11:43 a.m., motor vehicle collision with injuries, 2565 W. U.S. Highway 80; medical call, cardiac arrest, 1239 FM 49; no emergency, cancelled response, 131 County Road 2234; fall, 22843 … more

5/28/26 10:07 AM

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

Sgt Cox took a theft report by phone. The caller advised the business is missing $1,000 from transactions from a previous day. An offense report was completed. Deputy Haney responded to a found … more

5/28/26 10:07 AM

Opening Day at the Quitman Pool

Over 100 swimmers cycled through the Quitman City Pool opening day last Saturday. The annual event, hosted by the Quitman/Lake Fork Kiwanis Club and the City of Quitman opened the swimming season … more

By John Arbter | 5/28/26 10:05 AM

Fannie Marchman Garden Club to host annual garden tour May 30

If your idea of a great time is strolling through lovely gardens while learning about plants and gardening tips, you won’t want to miss the Fannie Marchman Garden Club’s 2026 Garden Tour on May … more

5/28/26 10:05 AM