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Mineola Fire Department Report

Jan. 8 12:57 a.m., vegetation/grass fire, Spruce; 6:37 a.m., motor vehicle collision, NW Loop 564; 1:32 p.m., medical call, Dogwood Jan. 9 4:22 a.m., lift assist, Chee Jan. 10 … more

1/22/26 10:16 AM

Mineola Police Report

Jan. 10 12:09 a.m., city ordinance violation, Graham; caller said neighbors playing loud music, no music playing 10:40 a.m., city ordinance violation, W Kilpatrick; burning, put out … more

1/22/26 10:16 AM

Church hosting special-needs prom

Night to Shine at Holly Brook Baptist Church: You may remember the church from its previous years hosting the big, blow-out prom for anyone with special needs. Well, in 2026, they’re … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 1/22/26 10:14 AM

Engagement

True love, despite Hallmark, Hollywood, and our interpretation of other people’s stories, doesn’t just “happen.” It takes hard work. It takes commitment. And most importantly? It takes … more

1/22/26 10:14 AM

Moms helping moms: Moms In Need

Mineola resident Katie Briggs might be only 24 years old, and the mother of two young children – a 3-year-old and an 8-month-old – but that hasn’t stopped her from starting a rapidly growing … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 1/22/26 10:13 AM

Unity now and forever – St. Paul MBC holds MLK, Jr. service

The St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church drew in a crowd of over 100 Monday morning for a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration and church service. The service was held as a conjunction between … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 1/22/26 10:13 AM

Quitman Pilot Club holding chili cookoff

The Quitman Pilot Club is holding its 17th annual chili cookoff on Friday, Jan. 30 at the Carroll Green Civic Center. The cookoff will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Entry is $10 for adults and $5 for those 12 … more

1/22/26 10:10 AM

Alba-Golden Fishing Team holds benefit

On Friday, Jan. 23, at 6 p.m. in the Golden pavilion, the Alba-Golden Fishing Team will be putting on a benefit fish fry/auction. For a community event, their school, or a city fundraiser? … more

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Candidates file for upcoming elections

As of Jan. 16, the following candidates have filed for the upcoming May 2 election in Wood County city council and school boards. A judge has ruled that Burns and Oglesby can be the only two … more

1/22/26 10:08 AM

“We have a fix, we have good news:” QCC discusses water problem

Zoning is rarely interesting, but when several buildings are built directly over a city’s 12-inch water line, it starts to “cause a few gray hairs,” as Quitman City … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 1/22/26 09:58 AM

TxDOT to enforce campaign sign placement laws

According to a recent press release from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), sheriffs, constables, “or other trained volunteer(s) authorized by the commissioner’s court” are not … more

1/22/26 09:58 AM

QISD discusses religion in schools bill

During their monthly meeting Jan. 19, the QISD board conducted a first reading of Senate Bill 11. The bill allows school boards to require districts to provide students and employees with an … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 1/22/26 09:58 AM

Fannie Marchman Garden Club sets 2026 agenda

The Fannie Marchman Garden Club in Mineola closed out the first half of its year in December with a membership luncheon. Plans for 2026 were also announced. Jan. 21 Clint Perkins will speak … more

1/15/26 11:29 AM

SNHU announces Fall 2025 President’s List

Southern New Hampshire University has named the following Wood County students to their Fall 2025 President’s List. To be named to the list, students must maintain a minimum 3.700 GPA for the … more

1/15/26 11:10 AM

Angelo State University confers degrees

Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas conferred 652 degrees during their fall commencement on Dec. 1. Wood County graduates are listed below. Briley Bowen, Winnsboro - Bachelor of Science … more

1/15/26 11:10 AM

Mineola Police Report

Dec. 20 12:54 a.m., assist other agency, N. Pacific; Fire Department, EMS on scene, subject transported to UT Health Quitman, courtesy transport back to vehicle 3:08 p.m., civil matter, … more

1/15/26 11:04 AM

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

Dec. 31 Sgt. Williams, Deputy Smith, Deputy Whisenhunt, subject having mental episode, Hawkins. Female breaking windows, threatening to harm people. Kayly Terry arrested for criminal mischief, … more

1/15/26 11:04 AM

Mineola Fire Department Report

Dec. 26 5:46 a.m., S Pacific/Giraud, motor vehicle accident with no injuries; 8:26 a.m., PR 6536, medical assist, assist EMS crew; 5:09 p.m., CR 2310, authorized controlled burning Dec. 27 … more

1/15/26 11:04 AM

North & East Texas Press Association (NETPA) opens scholarship application

The North & East Texas Press Association (NETPA), in conjunction with the Texas Press Association, will once again award two $1,500 scholarships to eligible candidates. Applicants must be … more

1/15/26 10:59 AM

Mineola Intermediate Honor Roll

4th – All A Samuel Hopper, Paisley Hortman, Micah Lacy, Hudson Lindley, Kyler Moore, Lac Nguyen, Tristan O’Steen, Garrett Salonen, Ember Szitar, Dane Thomas, Justus Walters, Weston Williams, … more

1/15/26 10:59 AM