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17 constitutional amendments appear on Nov. 4 ballot

PROPOSITION No. 1 “The constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the permanent technical institution infrastructure fund and the available workforce education fund to support … more

10/30/25 08:17 AM

Voters deciding amendments

Wood County voters will help decide the fate of 17 state constitutional amendments, and Hawkins ISD voters will weigh in on a property tax increase in the Tuesday, Nov. 4 general election. Early … more

10/30/25 08:16 AM

QISD honors Attaway

The Quitman ISD school board gave the October Top Dog Award to beloved Quitman citizen Sally Attaway on Monday, Oct. 20. Attaway, who is involved in many boards, committees and organizations in … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 10/30/25 08:16 AM

Long-awaited Ima Hogg museum opens

Five years, more than 10 volunteers and thousands of hours. That’s the quickest overview of what many people, including Quitman Library Director Delene Allen and the Elizabeth Denton … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 10/30/25 08:15 AM

Yellowjacket homecoming court

Mineola High School will celebrate homecoming when the Yellowjackets host the Rains Wildcats on Friday, Nov. 7 at Meredith Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m., with the king and queen to … more

10/30/25 08:15 AM

Josh Abbott Band headlines County Old Settlers Reunion

Texas country favorites the Josh Abbott Band will close out this year’s Wood County Old Settlers Reunion with a Saturday night concert that’s sure to draw a crowd. The show will take … more

By CARLEY TUCKER | 10/30/25 08:14 AM

Mineola Fire Department Report

Dispatched and canceled en route: Oct. 16, 7:28 a.m, Phillips; Oct. 18, 10:11 p.m., N. Hwy. 69. Medical assist, assist EMS crew: Oct. 16, 7:40 a.m., Live Oak; Oct. 21, 8:52 a.m., CR 2840; Oct. … more

10/30/25 08:13 AM

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

October 15 Sgt. Cox, criminal trespass, FM 17; store owner wanted neighbor trespassed from property, deputy made contact with subject, trespass warning issued. Deputy Williams, … more

10/30/25 08:13 AM

Mineola Police Report

October 18 9:05 a.m., found property, N. Line, homeless person left bottle of pills at estate sale. 9:52 a.m., public assist, 300 Greenville, property release. 10:13 a.m., public … more

10/30/25 08:13 AM

Golden carries on no matter the weather

Though rainy weather forced cancellation of the tractor pull, the Golden Sweet Potato Festival went on without further challenges last week. Rain cleared in time for the Saturday morning parade … more

10/30/25 08:13 AM

Quitman agrees for county to collect its property taxes

Quitman’s City Council meeting went off without a hitch Thursday night. City Administrator Allan Gilbert said all members were present, and the only item on the agenda – an interlocal … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 10/23/25 08:31 AM

QISD board OKs new scoreboard purchase

The Quitman School Board voted to purchase a new scoreboard Monday for the baseball field from Leon’s Signs Inc. for $49,483. QISD Director of Finance Kari Wilson noted, “This was … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 10/23/25 08:31 AM

Mule rodeo

Kutter Nichols and Laine Nelson ride around the arena before participating in the Mule Rodeo event, which was part of Winnsboro’s Autumn Trails event Saturday night. more

10/23/25 08:30 AM

WHS Class of 1985

The 40th class reunion of the Winnsboro High School Class of 1985 was held on Saturday, Oct. 11 at the little Red Barn in Winnsboro. more

10/23/25 08:30 AM

Guilty pleas heard in 402nd District Court

The following guilty pleas were heard and sentences assessed in 402nd District Court in Quitman Oct. 2: Tassajara Ann Nichols, Gun Barrel City, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, second … more

10/23/25 08:29 AM

Blood drives next week in Quitman and Mineola

Quitman Quitman Rotary Club will host a blood drive Tuesday, Oct. 28 at the First United methodist Church of Quitman from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Link to schedule a FUMC Quitman appointment: … more

10/23/25 08:28 AM

Family friendly farm festival set for Saturday

Lottie Bug Farms in Hawkins, owned by the Lilley family, has cute, neat and interesting things going on year-round. But for their 3rd annual Fall At The Farm festival, they are pulling out all the … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 10/23/25 08:26 AM

Quitman High School seeks career summit participants

Quitman High School is inviting local businesses, entrepreneurs and creators to participate in its third annual Career Summit on Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 10 a.m. To reserve a spot or for any … more

10/23/25 08:26 AM

Treasurer announces retirement

Wood County Treasurer Daphne Carter has announced she will not be seeking reelection in 2026. Her term ends Dec. 31, 2026. The filing period for the position is Nov. 8 to Dec. 8 with the … more

10/23/25 08:25 AM

QDC board reviews new business developments

The Quitman Development Corporation (QDC) board voted to present the Quitman City Council with a candidate for the board’s open spot. Karter Surratt, who has an extensive banking background, … more

By Larry Tucker | 10/23/25 08:25 AM