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Marker dedication set

The Mineola Landmark Commission will dedicate the Jack Rhodes historical marker at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 26. The marker is located at the city parking lot near the Veterans Memorial. … more

4/24/25 08:18 AM

Old Glory will fly high over Mineola once again

The tallest flag pole in Wood County is getting new life. Located in front of My Credit Union on W. Broad St. in Mineola, the pole, more than 80 feet high, is being brought back to life. A … more

4/24/25 08:17 AM

Sunrise marks start of Easter commemorations

A couple of passing showers caused the gathering crowd to cast nervous glances skyward. Rain clattered off the sheet metal roof. It was minutes before the Easter Sunrise Service by the First … more

By John Arbter
woodctystringer@gmail.com | 4/24/25 08:16 AM

Art festival expands stock of murals

Wood County’s second Texas Street Art Festival added to the growing stock of murals around the county, as several internationally acclaimed muralists plied their trade at locations in Mineola … more

By Phil Major
publisher@wood.cm | 4/24/25 08:16 AM

New Quitman fire chief named

In a unanimous vote, the Quitman City Council approved fireman Colton Otto to be the Quitman Volunteer Fire Department’s new chief last Thursday. Otto has been volunteering with the … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 4/24/25 08:15 AM

Mineola Police Report

April 12 5:18 p.m., public assist, 300 Greenville, referred subject to other community services. 5:19 p.m., motorist assist, 100 blk N. Johnson, subject unable to back out of alley due to … more

4/24/25 08:12 AM

Wood County Sheriff’s Report

April 9 Deputy Beck, assault, Private Road 7906; caller and husband got into argument, she was assaulted, advised she would like to press charges, offense report completed. Deputy … more

4/24/25 08:12 AM

Man sent to prison for arson case

Eric Wade Berkenkamp, 49, of Winnsboro pleaded guilty to the first-degree felony of arson - recklessly causing injury that occurred on July 27, 2022 in Hawkins. He was sentenced to 40 years in … more

4/17/25 08:34 AM

Drug manufacturing cases lead to 25-year prison term

Judd Paul Pippins of Sulphur Springs pleaded guilty to two drug charges in 402nd District Court Thursday, April 10 and was sentenced to 25 years in prison. He was charged with the first-degree … more

4/17/25 08:34 AM

Comic book show to be held at The Annex

Thousands of collectible comic books and trading cards will be up for sale at the third Mineola Comic Market Saturday, April 26 at the Annex, 119 N. Johnson Street. The market will run … more

4/17/25 08:34 AM

Society to hear scrap booking program

The Wood County TX Genealogy Society will meet Monday, April 21 at 5 p.m. at the Quitman Public Library, 202 E. Goode St. Kathy Lutonsky, secretary/treasurer of the society, will be presenter. … more

4/17/25 08:34 AM

Music in the park planned in Mineola

The city of Mineola will host Tuesday Tunes, beginning April 29 from 12-1 p.m. at Peterson Park, 205 N. Johnson St. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and lunch and enjoy the live music. more

4/17/25 08:34 AM

Alba City Council’s special meeting Thursday, April 10 went off without a hitch. The council received an audit presentation for the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2024 from Kelly Birdwell of Wilf … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 4/17/25 08:33 AM

Mineola School Board candidates for May 3 election

Mineola School Board candidates were requested to provide biographical information and a brief statement on why they are running for the board in the May 3 election. There are three seats to be … more

4/17/25 08:32 AM

Special Olympians celebrated

Perfect weather reigned over the Special Olympics event at Quitman ISD on Friday morning. The event gives disabled people, most of whom are student-aged, a chance to get outside, compete in … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 4/17/25 08:31 AM

Wood County Junior Livestock Show results

Dairy Heifers Grand Champion: Justice Vivion – Yantis FFA Reserve Champion: Kendall Davis – Quitman FFA Junior Showmanship: Mariela Castillo – Winnsboro FFA … more

4/17/25 08:30 AM

Co-op names winners of scholarships

Wood County Electric Cooperative (WCEC) has awarded $78,000 in “Power My World” scholarships to 39 outstanding high school seniors from WCEC’s 9-county service territory. The … more

4/17/25 08:26 AM

Quitman pocket park planned as memorial

The Quitman Development Corp. (QDC) board voted unanimously Monday to authorize Executive Director James Attaway to begin planning a “pocket park,” or neighborhood park, at 302 E. Lane … more

By Brynna Williamson
news@wood.cm | 4/17/25 08:22 AM

Mineola and AG one-act plays qualify for region

Alba-Golden and Mineola High School one-act play troupes have advanced to the regional competition with their performances in the area round. Alba-Golden will compete Thursday, April 24 at … more

4/17/25 08:21 AM

Engagement

Elizabeth Grace Turner and Spencer Alan Smith plan to be married on Sept. 14, 2025 at The Emerson in Kaufman. They were engaged on Sept. 14, 2024 at the Kissing Tree in Wimberley. She is … more

4/17/25 08:21 AM