Thursday, Wood County May 30, 2019 Vol. 4 No. 22 Two Sections 50 cents MONITORwww.woodcountymonitor.com Pausing to remember those who sacrificed all Student’s death in highway crash mars end of school at Alba-Golden By HANK MURPHY 17, of Mineola and Akm the back seat, and her father [email protected] Shamsul Karim, 35, of Irving was a front-seat passenger, were pronounced dead at according to the DPS. A 17-year-old Alba-Gold- the scene by Judge Tony Gil- Karim was driving the en student was among two breath. family to their home after people who died May 22 in Tommie’s father, 37-year- they had flown to the air- a collision between a pas- old Brody Spann of Mineo- port. senger vehicle and a semi rig la, and her brothers, ages 14 The crash occurred shortly on U.S. 69 in Wood County. and 16, were transported to before 6:40 p.m. on U.S. 69, Her father and two brothers UT Health – Tyler, the DPS 4.5 miles northwest of Min- were injured. reported. Tommie and her Tommie Elizabeth Spann, brothers were passengers in See CRASH, Page 5A Quitman HS health science program prepares students for careers, college By ZAK WELLERMAN by the time they graduate. Having that certifica- [email protected] “The health science pro- tion allows them to get a gram its whole purpose is well-paying job out of high In this school year alone, to get kids interested in the school as well as a potential A youngster passes out American flags at the Memorial Day ceremony held on the Wood County courthouse grounds Quitman High School medical field, help them get way of paying for college Monday morning. (Monitor photo by Sam Major) health science students some certifications prior to tuition. According to the have earned 108 career cer- entering the medical field Bureau of Labor Statistics, Service held at county courthouse tifications. Additionally, and just help them get a the average annual pay for they’ve gained invaluable plan to where they want to a pharmacy technician in By HANK MURPHY served many years ago in to make the distinction be- hands-on experience at lo- go after high school,” Emer- Texas was $34,290 last year. [email protected] Southeast Asia. tween Veterans Day and cal medical facilities and son said. Emerson explained that His Memorial Day ad- Memorial Day. some are ready for jobs out One of the major certifi- the pharmacy students Retired Army Lt. Col. Tom dress came on the lawn of Veterans Day, he noted, of high school. cations students can earn work hard all year to earn Gunn, a decorated Vietnam the Wood County Court- is a time to pay tribute to Under the guidance of is pharmacy technician, their certification. So far, War helicopter pilot, spoke house in Quitman before a those who served and sur- teacher Brittany Emerson, which they can receive by five students have complet- Monday in Quitman about solemn crowd of about 125. vived war, whereas Memo- students start as sopho- completing the Exam for ed the exam this year. duty and sacrifice and some Gunn said he’s observed mores and gradually be- the Certification of Pharma- See HEALTH Page 3A of the men with whom he that people sometimes fail See SERVICE, Page 4A come more knowledgeable cy Technicians (ExCPT). Bizzell and Kumm head of the class Dobbs and Danner earn top spots at Alba-Golden High School for Quitman Class of 2019 Valedictorian for the Al- Quitman High School’s ba-Golden High School 2019 valedictorian is Abby Class of 2019 is Madison Dobbs. Grace Bizzell. She is the Dobbs has played on the daughter of Sean and Deitra volleyball, basketball, golf Bizzell and will be attending and cheer teams. She’s in- Texas A&M University at volved in Student Council, College Station in the fall. Interact Club, and National Throughout high school Honor Society (NHS). Bizzell has competed and She will attend Texas represented Alba-Golden in A&M University in the fall five varsity sports. As a var- to major in animal science. sity cheerleader she was se- She plans to become a vet- lected each year as an NCA erinarian. She is the daugh- All American. In basketball, ter of David and Michelle she was selected 1st Team Dobbs. All-District all four years Lillie Danner is this year’s Grace Bizzell Nathan Kumm Abigail Dobbs Lillie Danner of high school, named A-G salutatorian. Valedictorian Salutatorian Valedictorian Salutatorian MVP, and selected to the Danner has been involved All-Region team her senior ety, Key Club, FCCLA, and thaniel James Kumm. His in Quitman Proud Blue to pursue a Bachelor of Sci- She is the daughter of year. She was selected Aca- FCA, but she also represent- parents are mother Terri Band, Student Council, In- ence degree in nursing. She Clint and Jenny Howle. demic All-State in basketball ed the graduating class as Kohn and step-father Cur- teract Club, NHS, golf and also plans to get a pharmacy Quitman High School and softball. Not only was an officer throughout high tis Myers. Kumm will be at- pharmacy class. technician certification and graduation is set for Friday, Grace a member and officer school. She will attend Stephen work in a pharmacy while May 31 at 8 p.m. at Bud of the National Honor Soci- The salutatorian is Na- See GRADS, Page 4A F. Austin State University attending college. Moody Stadium. Bright futures await By HANK MURPHY [email protected]

A total of 108 young men and women entered a new phase of life Friday night during Mineola High School’s commencement at Meredith Memorial Stadi- um. Above, from left, Jackson VanDover, The evening was filled Ling Dong and Ro- with hugs and smiles and gelio Delapaz have tears, bittersweet farewells, a laugh as they give light-hearted memories, the class history for words of wisdom, encour- the Mineola High agement and feelings of ac- School Class of complishment. The home 2019 during Friday crowd bleachers were night’s graduation nearly full with family and ceremony. At right, well-wishers. Armando Veloz Mineola High School Prin- Sister act gives one of his cipal David Sauer looked Salutatorian Maggie Hooker of Yantis High School turns her sister Maddie teachers a hug after out at the seniors assembled Hooker’s graduation cap tassel during the graduation ceremony on Saturday receiving his diplo- in chairs in front of him and at the high school gym. See story and photo on Page 10A. (Monitor photo by ma. (Monitor photos Zak Wellerman) by Sam Major) See MHS Page 10A

Church Directory...... 7A Meals on Wheels...... 4A Community Calendar...... 2A Obituaries...... 6A Page 2A Page 9A Classifieds...... 8-9A Police/Fire Reports...... 5A Proposed court order seeks video Quitman offers summer www.facebook.com/WoodCountyMonitor Library News...... 6A Sports...... 9A in Walters murder case recreation activities 2A Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 30, 2019 Proposed court order demands DPS video ahead of murder trial for Jason Walters By HANK MURPHY made reference to Mineola He decided the proper thing [email protected] police Capt. Joyce Box as to do was to recuse himself well as the words “meth from the case. A proposed court order oil,” “protection” and “car- The DPS informed Box compelling the Department tel.” Upon hearing the offi- that she had never been the of Public Safety to produce a cer’s name, Wheeler imme- subject of an investigation, video sought by the defense diately stopped viewing the she testified. The DPS also in the Jason Walters murder video, he testified. informed the Wood Coun- case awaits the signature of Wheeler testified that the ty District Attorney’s Of- Judge Joe D. Clayton. video showed Nichols, a fice that Box had not been The proposed order was Hawkins police officer and the target of an investiga- filed last week at the Wood a person reported to be a tion, according to testimo- County District Clerk’s Of- confidential informant. Box ny at the hearing. Thomas fice. If Clayton signs it, the was the supervising officer Cloudt, a state prosecutor DPS has 10 days to bring the in the Walters murder case in the case, suggested that video to the court, which and her affidavit served as the defense was attempting would provide copies to de- the basis for Walters’ arrest to impugn Box’s character. fense attorneys and to pros- warrant. Nichols testified on ecutors. According to Wheeler, af- April 25 that he did not re- Musgraves contribution Walters stands accused ter hearing Box’s name on call showing the video to Chris Brannan, MISD director of band and fine arts, presents Barbara Musgraves a thank you card Monday, May 20 at the of murdering Christopher the video, he became ob- Wheeler but did have a sep- MISD board meeting. Barbara accepted the card on behalf of her granddaughter, music star Kacey Musgraves, a Mineola James Griffin the night of ligated to share what he’d arate conversation with him High School grad who made a $1,875 contribution to the school district music program. Pictured from left are Trustee June 15, 2014, behind the heard with Walters’ de- in regard to Box. Jay McGough, Barbara Musgraves, Trustee Daniel Louderman, Trustee Kyle Gully, Brannan, and Trustee Kellam Newell. EZ-Mart on North Pacific fense team under the 2016 Near the conclusion of Street in Mineola. Michael Morton Act. The the pre-trial hearing, the At a pre-trial hearing on DPS, meanwhile, refused to defense told Clayton that it Camping singles group plans next weekend outing in Arkansas April 25, former Wood turn over to him a copy of wanted a copy of the video, The Border Lows, a local Bluff City, Ark. visit awhile. County District Attorney the video, Wheeler testified. and the judge said he’d is- chapter of Loners on Wheels Campers must make their For more info, call Ruth Jim Wheeler testified that Furthermore, after seeing sue an order. (lonersonwheels.com), will own reservations at 870-685- at 903-678-3714, Dorothy at DPS Trooper Stephen Nich- the video, he potentially Walters’ trial is scheduled have its monthly camp out 2748 or reserveamerica.com. 870-648-7118, Tina at 214- ols came to his office and could be called as a defense to start July 8, and 15 days June 5-9 at White Oak Lake All camping singles are 926-6144 or ruthann19508@ showed him a video that witness, Wheeler testified. are set aside. State Park, 563 Hwy. 387, welcome to camp or come aol.com. Corner Column The vehicles zoom past the window, While the flags go up during several patriotic periods, Something I did not know growing up but am con- dozens of times a day, for several none is more somber or reverent than the one just passed stantly reminded of as I read the obituaries of the parents days leading up to major holidays. – Memorial Day. – principally fathers – of my friends and classmates, was They are the members of the local Our flag is still up as I write this and has been for sever- that I grew up among, and was influenced by, heroes. Kiwanis Club, attending to their du- al days. They are, or were, the members of what Tom Brokaw ties to place American flags in front of We paid a small subscription to have this done and are once called “The Greatest Generation,” a moniker that has businesses and residences throughout glad to do so. stuck with them, and deservedly so. the community. Having spent most of my career in smaller Texas com- They didn’t talk about it too much, so you wouldn’t It is a scene repeated in hundreds, munities, I have marveled at the debt each of those com- know who they left behind, what buddy didn’t make it maybe thousands of cities and towns PHIL MAJOR munities owes to the men and women who helped forge back, or what classmate did not come home. across this great land. those communities during the decades after the Second But I can’t help but believe that honoring those who They do it as a civic duty and I’m sure to raise money World War. paid the ultimate sacrifice was a major motivating factor for some worthy cause like scholarships for local youth. And it struck me that one of their motivations had to be in the work that they did, to build families and churches We get to see the work first-hand at our Mineola office those friends they left behind, those for whom we pause and communities and much more. because the flags are stored nearby. to remember each year on the fourth Monday in May. They turned the United States of America into a country It’s a lot of work, and they can only hope that the weath- We honor veterans, first responders and many others that, despite its many flaws, remains the single place in er holds during flag-raising and lowering periods. who help keep our society on a path toward progress. the world where others flock for a better life. The last time, they had to wait a few extra days for the But for this one day, it is for those who are not here. The least we can do is to pay tribute to the ones who flags to dry out before they could be hauled back into Those who did not get the chance to be fathers and hus- didn’t make it. storage. bands or mothers and wives and parents and contributing Without their sacrifice, who knows what we would have This time they were blessed with better days. members of our communities. instead. WOOD COUNTY COMMUNITY CALENDAR This calendar has been updated as of April 16, 2019. If your group listing has been omitted, please email [email protected] or [email protected] and include the correct information.

2nd FRIDAY ACOUSTIC JAM - second Friday 6 - 9 p.m., Quit- Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fitness exercises, educational pro- MINEOLA CITY COUNCIL - fourth Monday, 5:30 p.m., City QUITMAN SCHOOL BOARD – third Monday, 6 p.m. Adminis- man Public Library, 202 E Goode St, Quitman 903-975-5745 grams, entertainment, fellowship, Bingo and card games. 903- Hall. Public welcome. Call City Hall for changes in November tration Building. ALBA CITY COUNCIL - first Monday, 6:30 p.m., City Hall. 763-8201 and December because of holidays. REPUBLICAN WOMEN OF WOOD COUNTY - third Monday, ALBA LADIES CLUB - fourth Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Alba Commu- FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY - second Tuesday at noon, Quit- MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB - third 11:30 a.m., Caroll Green Civic Center, Quitman. nity Center. 765-2956 man. Monday, 5:30 p.m., high school lobby. SINGING AT THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF HAWKINS - ALBA LIBRARY/MUSEUM BOARD – third Monday every other FRIENDS OF THE MINEOLA MEMORIAL LIBRARY - first MINEOLA HISTORICAL MUSEUM ADVISORY BOARD - third fourth Sunday, 2-4 p.m. month, 4 p.m., library building. Everyone welcome. Thursday, 1 p.m., Mineola Library, 569-2767. Tuesday, 4 p.m., city hall. 903-569-6183. Public invited. SCOTTISH RITE - Wood County Scottish Rite Club meets third ALBA-GOLDEN SCHOOL BOARD - second Monday, 7 p.m., GED Test Support - each Thursday 4 - 6 p.m. concurrent with MINEOLA MASONIC LODGE - second Thursday, dinner at Friday of odd month, 6:30 p.m., Richie’s Café in Winnsboro. high school library, 768-2472. QISD calendar. Quitman Public Library, 202 E Goode St, Quit- 6:30 p.m., meeting at 7:30 p.m. All Masons invited. 569-2608. 903-253-3635. ALBA-GOLDEN YOUTH FOUNDATION - second Tuesday, el- man 903-975-5745 MINEOLA REBEKAH LODGE – every other Saturday, 11 a.m., TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL - Garden Valley chapter, ementary gym, 7 p.m. All welcome. Girl Scouts Mineola Troop 3 - building girls of courage, confi- 106 S. Line St. All Rebekahs welcome, 769-4024. Tuesdays on Mercy Ships campus, noon to 1 p.m. Call ahead ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS - Sunday and Monday, 7 p.m., dence, and character, who make the world a better place! All MINEOLA ROTARY CLUB - Monday noon, Dogwood Room, for room details 903-939-7000 or [email protected]. Friday 8 p.m., Wednesday noon; Women’s Group Monday girls kindergarten-12th grade welcome! Monday, 5:00-6:30 pm, Mineola Civic Center. TOPS GROUP - Thursday, 8-11 a.m., Harvest Acres Baptist noon.; St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church, Mineola. September-May, Broad Street Church of Christ Annex, Crystal MINEOLA ROTARY RECYCLING – third Saturday, 8:30-11:30 Church, NW Loop 564, 569-1240 , 569-2415. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS - Wednesday and Saturday, Arcand 903-705-2459 a.m., Walmart parking lot. Cardboard, paper and plastic accept- UPPER SABINE VALLEY SOLID WASTE DISTRICT - meet- 7:30 p.m., 404 S. Main Street, Quitman. HAINESVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT. - second and fourth ed. ings are held quarterly, 5:30 p.m. on a Thursday to be deter- ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS – Gateway Group, Tues. & Sat. Thursday, 7 p.m., Firehouse downtown Hainesville. MINEOLA SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER - 308 University, 8:45 mined at the Wood County Airport board room. 7 p.m. Puckett House, 109 Kilpatrick Street. HOLLY LAKE FIRE DEPARTMENT -first and third Tuesday at a.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and 8:45 a.m. VFW AUXILIARY #7523 - third Sunday, 1 p.m., Recruiting new AL ANON - Thursday, 7:30 pm; St. Dunstan’s Episcopal the fire station at Holly Lake Ranch. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday. 903-497-1162; Dominoes, cards, rummy members. 569-2228. Church, Mineola. KIWANIS CLUB - noon Tuesday, Mineola Civic Center Dog- cube. VFW POST #7523 - third Wednesday, 6 p.m., Karaoke every AMERICAN LEGION POST 296 and Auxiliary - fourth Tuesday, wood Room. MLOTA LINE DANCE GUILD – Tuesday and Friday, 8 to 9 a.m. Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. 569-2228. 7 p.m., Highway 80, three miles east of Mineola. 903-569-6481. THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS OF SAINT PETER’S THE beginners, intermediate 9 a.m. to noon WHYTE DOVE WRITER’S GROUP - Second Tuesday, 6 All are invited. APOSTLE COUNCIL #11933 - second Thursday, 7 p.m., at the MLOTA FIBER/CRAFT ART GUILD – third Wednesday at 1 p.m., Quitman Public Library. 903.967.7488, e-mail kayoung. AMERICAN LEGION POST OF WINNSBORO - first Tuesday, church, 203 Meadowbrook Drive, Mineola. 903-569-3662. p.m. and first and third Thursday at 10 a.m. [email protected] 5:30 p.m., 201 West Broadway, in Winnsboro, 214-502-4496. LAKE COUNTRY CLASSIC CAR CLUB - third Monday, 6:30 MLOTA QUILT GUILD - first Thursday at 10 a.m. WOOD COUNTY 4-H HORSE CLUB - Business meeting, Mon- APET (Animal Preservation of East Texas) Thrift Store - Dog p.m. 903-850-3858. MLOTA PAINTERS GUILD - Wednesday, 10 a.m.; business day, 2 p.m., Wood County Extension Office. Gone Good Stuff, 915 S. Pacific Street, Mineola, Thursday-Sat- LAKE COUNTRY REPUBLICANS - fourth Tuesday, 6 p.m., meeting fourth Monday. Wood County Aggie Moms - 1st Monday, 6 p.m. at Speakeasy urday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (903) 569-1250 Red Dome Smokehouse, Quitman. MLOTA RUG HOOKING GROUP - first Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 in Quitman (except in January, June, July and August), 903- BOY SCOUT TROOP #36 QUITMAN – meets second and LAKE COUNTRY RV TRAVELERS - of Good Sam Int’l. Month- p.m. Beginners are welcome. 539-7049 or Wood County Aggie Moms Facebook page. fourth Sunday, 4:30 p.m., Scout House behind First United ly, RV parks w/in 150 m. radius. 903-569-3677 or 3069. MLOTA PHOTOGRAPHY GUILD - fourth Thursday, 6:30 p.m. WOOD COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT - Quarterly, third Methodist Church. Joe Degorostiza, 903-763-4127 LAKE COUNTRY SYMPHONIC BAND - rehearsals Thursdays All levels welcome Thursday, 8 a.m., appraisal district office. Open to the public. Boy Scouts Troop 385 Mineola - Tuesdays 7 p.m., Mineola at Mineola Middle School Band Room. 7 p.m. 903-569-2300. MLOTA SCULPTURE GUILD – first and third Tuesday, 1 p.m. WOOD COUNTY ARBORETUM & BOTANICAL GARDENS – Methodist Education Bldg. third floor. New boys/alums wel- LAKE FORK ROTARY CLUB - Wednesday, noon, at the Lake Business meeting second Monday at 10:30 a.m. garden workday each Wednesday 9 a.m. to noon, all levels of come! Chris Jennings 903-569-3531 Fork Baptist Church on State Highway 515 PARENTS ANONYMOUS GROUP - Saturday, 2-3:30 p.m., experience welcome. Come at 8:45 a.m. in the kitchen of the BREAD OF LIFE MINISTRY FOOD PANTRY - Humble Baptist, LAKE HOLBROOK ASSOCIATION - first Saturday, February, First Baptist Church, Quitman. Children’s program provided. Stinson House for coffee. 175 Gov Hogg Pkwy, Quitman – the first & third Tuesday 1-4 p.m. May, August and November, Harold Simmons Community Cen- 903-629-2114 two-story white house behind the pavilion at Hogg Park. CELEBRATE RECOVERY - a support group for those with ter, 5:30 p.m. directors, 6 p.m. all members and guests wel- PILOT CLUB OF MINEOLA - second Tuesday, 6 p.m. Mineola WOOD COUNTY CENTRAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT - third various hurts, habits or hang-ups, every Monday, 6:30-9 p.m., come. 903-569-0223. Civic Center. President Loraine Epps. Monday, 5:30 p.m. in the UT Health Quitman hospital board Church on the Rock annex building at 302 S. Stephens. 903- Memory Café, a time for stimulating memory, meets weekly on Quilts of Valor group, Stitchin’ Angels, meet the last Wednes- room (every three months). 497-6149 Thursday in the craft room at Holly Brook Baptist Church from day of the month at 10:30 a.m., 1118 N. Pacific St., Mineola, to WOOD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT - every other DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION - first Sat- 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch is provided. Various activities are make quilts for service members and veterans. Friday, Commissioners Court, Quitman, 10 a.m. 903-763-2716. urday except June, July, August and December, 11 a.m. Har- offered each week, including games, moderate exercise, art, QUITMAN GARDEN CLUB - second Tuesday (except when on WOOD COUNTY CRIME STOPPERS - every other month, vest Acres Baptist Church, 460 NW Loop 564, Mineola. 903- and music. People in the area are invited. There is no charge. field trips), 2 p.m., Quitman library. quitmangardenclub@gmail. third Monday, 6 p.m., depending exceptions. Wood County 343-1474. For more information call 903 769-2091 com. All are welcome. Justice Center courtroom. The public is invited. 903-569-3711 DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, John MINEOLA BAND BOOSTERS - second Tuesday, 6 p.m., in QUITMAN/LAKE FORK KIWANIS - Wednesday, noon, Faith WOOD COUNTY DEMOCRAT CLUB – fourth Thursday, Quit- Hogg, Sr. Chapter, 3rd Monday except June, July, August & middle school band hall. All parents invited. Student Center, 403 S. Main St., Quitman. man Public Library, at 6:15 p.m. www.woodcountydem.org 936- December, 1 PM. Holly Hall, Holly Lake Ranch. 903-520-8697 MINEOLA LIONS CLUB – for information on meetings call 903- QUITMAN LIONS CLUB - For meeting time and place call 903- 635-4656 EASTERN STAR - Quitman Chapter 695, 3rd Tues., dinner 638-1596. 763-4126. WOOD COUNTY TX GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY - third Mon- 6:30 p.m., meeting 7:30. Flora Lodge in Quitman. 903-850- MINEOLA MARINE CORPS LEAGUE Det. #1278, 3rd Tues- QUITMAN PILOT CLUB - third Tuesday, 1:30 p.m., UT Health day, January through May and September through November, 4822 day, 6 p.m. meal, 7 p.m. meeting. American Legion Building, Quitman board room. 903-383-5075. 7 p.m., Quitman Public Library, Shamburger Community Room. EAST TEXAS WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS- first Friday at 10 2015 E. Hwy. 80, Mineola, 903-497-3030. QUITMAN ROTARY CLUB, Thursday, noon, UT Health Quit- For 903-763-4191 or 967-2458. a.m. at Quitman Public Library MINEOLA SCHOOL BOARD - third Monday, Admin. Bldg., man Community Room, N. Hwy. 37. Wood County Pct. 2 Constable Explorers – first Thursday, 6:30 UT Health Quitman - needs volunteers. 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Quitman High School health science students work on an assignment in class. (Courtesy of Brittany Emerson) come back and practice at Emerson’s health practi- UT Health Quitman.” cum course to explore the HEALTH Students have shadowed possibility of a career in the From page 1 in surgery, med surgery, medical field. While I have radiology, medical records, discovered that the medical Senior Dalton Brandon, Meme Dream Team case management and ad- field is not for me, I have From left, Michael Spurgeon, Mateo Renaud and Emmitt Brown comprise Mineola High School’s Meme Dream Team. who will attend University missions, Swindle noted. benefited tremendously They competed against 11 other East Texas schools at the UT Tyler East Texas Idea Challenge competition on May of Texas at Arlington this Senior Katelyn Coats en- from that class,” Blalock 17. They came in second place and each received a $2,500 scholarship to UT Tyler. The Mineola Independent School fall for a degree in urology, joyed visiting the emer- said. “Even as an agribusi- District received $1,000. (Courtesy photo). explained that the pharma- gency room while at the ness major, the knowledge cy course is definitely not hospital. She will attend and skills I learned in the easy. Northeast Community Col- health practicum classroom “You work for your grades Auditions scheduled for “Shrek the Musical” lege in Mount Pleasant and have helped me greatly and it’s not just given to plans to go into nursing. in college. Mrs. Emerson you,” he said. “If you’re go- Seniors also have a chance teaches passionately in ing into it you have to know at Lake Country Playhouse in Mineola to experience medical ca- hopes of preparing students it’s okay to accept a B in a reers in the real world while for life. I hope that I can Auditions for the Lake piano available, and a CD artist, costume designer. class or even a C because it’s learning at facilities, such as have half the impact that Country Playhouse’s sum- player but no sound sys- Rehearsals will be Mon- not an easy class, and do not Quitman Therapy, Brook- Mrs. Emerson has left on mer musical - “Shrek, the tem. If you are a dancer and day, Tuesday and Thursday expect an A. You’re not go- shire’s Pharmacy, Scott’s her students.” Musical” - will be held on would like to be considered nights from 6 to 8 in June ing to get an A unless you Pharmacy, Christus Trinity Students also learn to May 30 at 6 p.m. at the His- one of the lead dancers, and July. The show will run work your tail off.” Clinic Quitman and Quit- build resumes, basic first toric Select Theater in Min- please be prepared with a Aug. 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11. As many students have man Animal Clinic. aid skills, CPR, communi- eola. short dance routine. Tonya Slayton will be di- done in the past, Brandon Emerson said the health cating well with profession- All roles are open and ev- Please be prepared to list recting. Contact her for a plans to find a job as a phar- science program is bless- als, medical terminology, eryone attending auditions all conflict dates as that may private audition if unable macy technician while at- ed to have local facilities in privacy laws in Health In- will be considered. Please influence casting. to make one of the above tending college. Quitman. surance Portability and Ac- prepare a short Broad- The following crew po- dates: 903-850-4160. “Most students that I have “Because we have a hos- countability Act (HIPAA), way-Style solo (of your sitions are also being The Historic Select The- don’t stop, like pharmacy pital down the road and and anatomy and physiol- choosing) that will demon- filled: stage manager, light ater is located at 114 N. is not going to be the last because we have so many ogy. strate your vocal strength technician, sound techni- Johnson Street in Mineola. thing they do. Most of them medical facilities in Quit- “That’s my biggest seller – and range. There will be a cian, stage hand, make-up are using it as a stepping man, that’s the only reason that when you come out of stone for a different career that all this is possible. We’re here you’re just a smarter, in the medical field,” Emer- able to do it within school well-rounded person,” she son said. hours,” Emerson said. “The said. “We build resumes as Along with pharmacy, practicum wouldn’t exist a junior and all these certi- other certifications include – that wouldn’t exist if we fications go on there. Some Occupational Safety Health didn’t have somewhere for kids don’t have anything to Administration (OSHA) our students to go.” put on their resume because Healthcare, Optimization Brandon has been work- they haven’t had a job. Policies for Adaptive Con- ing with Dr. James Dopson We’re able to fill in those trol (OPAC) Medical Ter- at Christus Trinity Clinic in holes with certifications.” minology, Heartsaver from Quitman this year, and the Students also have skills the American Heart Asso- experience gave him the from presentations and ciation and Stop the Bleed chance to see a doctor in ac- training to take with them, from the American College tion. such as the Compression of Surgeons. “Being with Dr. Dopson, and Stop the Bleed presen- In addition to certifica- it kind of gave me a real tations from UT Health. tions, QHS health science word situation of seeing They’ve attended the Medi- program partnered with UT what doctors actually pre- cal Scholars Academy, a UT Health Quitman for a job scribe to certain people and Health student conference shadowing course. Ten stu- CTE donation how those medications ac- and presented at the Piney dents rotate through 14 dif- Warren Brown, left, and Waymon Ragsdale, right, both of the Mineola Foundation, present a check Monday, May 20 tually help,” Brandon said. East Perkins Spring Consor- ferent hospital departments for $4,999.24 to the school district for equipment for its CTE competition welding trailer. Between the two, from left, “Me walking out of high tium meeting and student within four months in the are school trustees Carlist Brinkley, Jay McGough, Daniel Louderman and Kyle Gully. (Monitor photo by Hank Murphy) school with this informa- showcase. spring. tion already, going into col- As a learning activity, UT Health Quitman CEO lege I’ll already have a step the pharmacy students will Patrick Swindle shared how up compared to other col- work together to create lip the students working with lege students.” balms for teachers and ad- the hospital allows the kids Dopson assigned Brandon ministration to be voted on to see opportunities for research papers to write on in a classroom competition. their future. medicines and read medical Looking to the future, “UT Health Quitman is textbook chapters. Emerson is hopeful that the proud to partner with Quit- Through all the rigorous program can continue to man High School to pro- work and training, Emerson grow for the better. vide health science students wants her students to have “We’ll just do whatev- valuable, real-world experi- direction of what they want er we need to do to adjust ence in our hospital,” Swin- to do after high school. to the demands of the job dle said. “Our goal, and it’s Although he chose not market because it’s always part of the UT Health East to go into medicine, Lane changing,” she said. Texas mission statement, is Blalock, 2018 QHS valedic- For next year, Emerson to educate and develop the torian, was able to use the hopes to add a patient care caregivers of the future. We skills learned in Emerson’s technician certification. 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The celebration block party is free to attend. “Our plans are to provide Local vets honor their brothers in arms. activities that the whole family will enjoy, and there is no cost to attend,” said Jar- rod Yeager, associate pastor and youth minister and wor- ship leader for Faith Baptist. “Quitman ISD has had a great school and Faith Bap- tist wants to celebrate with the students of a job well done by them in the class- room.” Faith Baptist Sunday school classes will sponsor Bobby Grant, president of the Wood County Military Veteran’s Committee, offers a handshake and a flag to Carrol special activities that in- Schwing, widow of John Schwing during Memorial Day services Monday in Quitman. Mr. Schwing was an original clude a cake walk, bounce member of the veterans committee. (Monitor photo by Sam Major) house, silent free auction and petting zoo. Free food Bob Quinn read the names of local veterans who recently passed. and drinks along with pop- corn, lemonade and cotton candy will be served as well. Door prizes will be awarded during the celebration. Vehicles and personnel from the Quitman Police and Volunteer Fire Depart- ment, as well as an ambu- lance from UT-Health East Texas, will be at the block party for everyone to view. People will be able to ask questions to those who serve the community in times of emergency, said Faith Bap- tist Pastor Mike Midkiff. The block party is also a kickoff event to promote Va- cation Bible School June 10- Air Force Lt. Col. Benjamin Gunn, left, and his father, retired Army Lt. Col. Tom Gunn, Monday’s keynote speaker, bow 14, from 6-8:30 p.m. nightly their heads during the playing of Taps during Memorial Day services in Quitman. (Monitor photo by Sam Major) for children age 4 through A colorful crowd gathered for the ceremony. completed fifth grade. carnage of battle, he noted. with will be dead. And if He relayed a story about not one of them, it’ll be you. Holly Brook Memorial Day services SERVICE his first day of flight train- Because right now, one out From page 1 ing at Fort Walters in Texas. of every three helicopter The commander walked in pilots we send to Vietnam declares June rial Day is to honor those conducted in Hawkins and the men stood at atten- dies there.” veterans who did not sur- The Greater Hawkins Vet- Clifton, USMC; Buford L. tion. Said Gunn: “Even though 3-7 Love Week vive. Throughout the na- erans Memorial Association Cunningham, USA; Johnny “Gentlemen, be at ease,” being a pilot was strictly tion’s history, an estimat- Holly Brook Baptist (GHVMA) honored those Ray Jones, USA; Dalton Jack he told the would-be pilots. voluntary, and we had been ed 1.39 million Americans Church has declared the who made the ultimate sac- Lee, USAF; John Charles “But before you sit down, I told in no uncertain terms have lost their lives in war. week of June 3-7 “Love rifice for their country by MacIvor, USN; Ernest Ma- want to ask you to turn and that maybe a third of us “As a combat veteran, I Week” in the Hawkins com- conducting a Memorial Day ples, Jr., USN; Derbert Drew introduce yourselves and would be killed in the up- feel quite comfortable to munity and surrounding ceremony on May 27. The Mooney, USN; William Da- shake hands with the man coming months, not a single speak for the living survi- area. event drew around 70 peo- vis Pritchett, USN, and Syl- on your right and on your one opted to withdraw from vors,” said Gunn. “I don’t The week will be one when ple, many of whom were vester “Ves” Townsend. left.” the course. Not a single one feel so comfortable speak- Holly Brook members serve veterans. Two volunteer buglers The men did as they were voluntarily withdrew and ing for those who died in the community. On Mon- Following an opening from the Hawkins High told, and the commander shrank away from our com- the line of duty. But since day and Tuesday, members prayer, a detail from the School band, Skylar Fenton continued. mitments and our duty.” they can’t speak for them- will help a local resident Alert Academy posted the and Dalton Wages, played “Gentleman, here’s the Gunn told several selves, I’ll try my best to be by painting a house. On colors. Glenda Farrell sang an emotional rendition of plan. Over the next sever- heart-wrenching stories a voice for them today, be- Tuesday, members also the national anthem, and Taps. The color guard then al months you’ll undergo about men he knew who cause we’re here to honor will install smoke detectors performed a moving rendi- retired the colors and the some of the most intensive were killed in Vietnam. The them.” in homes. On Wednesday, tion of Amazing Grace. ceremony concluded. flight training anywhere. phrase often used was they Gunn served as a helicop- members will assemble With the crowd stand- Despite high tempera- Sometime next summer were “killed in the line of ter pilot in Vietnam from packages of cookies for de- ing out of respect, GHV- tures, an overcast sky and you’ll graduate, get your duty.” August 1969 to January livery on Thursday to lo- MA’s Bob Quinn read a a steady breeze provid- aviator wings, take (leave) For those men, they would 1971. He described being cal businesses. On Friday, list of local veterans who ed a perfect setting for the and then you’ll all go to want the emphasis to be “shot at, shot up, shot down members will offer free car had recently passed. Those well-orchestrated and fit- Vietnam to fly helicopters on the word “duty,” Gunn and shot.” Getting killed is washes and a check of fluids honored were Richard M. ting event. for a year. Then at the end of said. “That’s what they’d something every service- and tires on vehicles. that year, one of those two want you to remember this man contemplates after get- “This week of outreach men you just shook hands Memorial Day.” ting a firsthand look at the and service is an import- ant part of our mission as a Watkins Insurance church, engaging everyone GROUPG Sell your stuff with a classified. to be God focused, people P.O. 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THIS WEEK’S MENUS: Mineola Animal Shelter He has participated in Serving Wood County varsity tennis for two years, Friday, May 31 - Smoked Sausage with Onions & the East Texas area and he received the best and Peppers, Kidney Beans, Spiced Pineapple for over 17 years newcomer award in theater Tidbits, Hot Dog Bun, Milk, Mustard as a senior. Kumm has also Monday, June 3 - Chicken Fajitas, Pinto Beans, Free Estimates served the Alba-Golden school and community as a Fiesta Vegetables, Flour Tortilla, Lime Gelatin, 903-629-2141 member and officer of stu- Milk, Taco Sauce dent council for the past two Tuesday, June 4 - Corn Dog, Lima Beans, 903-316-6537 years and as a member of Cranapple Cobbler, Milk, Mustard Key Club for three. The kitten is a little female The graduation ceremony Wednesday, June 5 - Beef Tips with Gravy, Buttered about 1 year old that is will be held Friday, May 31 litter box trained. 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The of- a.m. in reference to an animal Deputies were dispatched to May 20 12:01 p.m. Officers assisted theft of service when a customer ficer transported her back to her complaint. Deputies located PR 6645 near Mineola at 3:37 Deputies spoke with a report- on a road rage incident that oc- rented some property but did not home, and EMS then transported some neglected animals but p.m. in reference to a theft. A ing party at 9:18 a.m. in refer- curred in Wood County. Officers pay for it and did not return the her to UT Health for a medical sit- were unable to locate the own- known person stole several ence to a scam on Cottonwood were able to locate the vehicle property. uation. ers. This case has been forward- items from a reporting party’s Cove near Hawkins. Deputies on Wood Street and detain the 7:02 p.m. A resident on East May 20 ed to investigators. property. This case has been for- gave the reporting party advice suspect until Wood County could McDonald Street had a cable line 6:43 a.m. A suspicious male Deputies spoke with a report- warded to investigators. and cleared the incident. take over. down in the driveway and need- was reported walking around the ing party at 10:15 a.m. in refer- May 17 Deputies spoke with the re- 1:13 p.m. An officer assisted ed to leave, but she did not want old gym on University Street and ence to a scam on FM 778 near Deputies were dispatched to porting party at 12:29 p.m. in EMS on a medical call on Good- to drive over the cable. An officer was standing in the roadway. An Mineola. Deputies gave the re- CR 1676 near Alba at 2 p.m. in reference to harassment on CR son Circle. went out and checked the line, officer responded and identified porting party advice and cleared reference to theft. A known per- 3253 near Quitman. Deputies 6:23 p.m. A disturbance was re- and then moved it out of her way. the man. The man was not in the the incident. son allegedly stole the reporting gave the reporting party advice ported on North Newsom Street. 9:02 p.m. A vehicle was report- roadway and was not committing Deputies were dispatched to party’s phone. This case has and cleared the incident. The caller reported someone was ed stolen at the VFW and was a crime, so a family member was HWY 37 near Quitman at 2:09 been forwarded to investigators. Deputies spoke with a report- trying to kill her and her father. located a few hours later on West contacted to pick him up. p.m. in reference to a burglary. Deputies were dispatched to ing party at 2:34 p.m. in refer- Officers responded and spoke Kilpatrick Street. The suspect has 2:14 p.m. A caller reported a Someone stole several items Kiowa near Quitman at 7:35 ence to a scam on CR 3155 near to all parties. The disturbance been identified and charges are man knocking on doors at South from the reporting party’s stor- p.m. in reference to an assault. Quitman. Deputies gave the re- was determined to be a verbal pending. and Elliott Street. An officer re- age building. This case has been The case has been forwarded to porting party advice and cleared altercation with the complainant’s May 19 sponded and found the man to be forwarded to investigators. investigators. the incident. boyfriend. The two were separat- 1:12 a.m. A man knocked on the same man from other calls. Deputies conducted a traf- May 18 Deputies went out on an ar- ed for the night. the door of a residence on Phil- The officer tried to give the man a fic stop on FM 514 near Yantis Deputies were dispatched to rest/warrant service to FM 514 7:33 p.m. Walmart reported a lips Street and asked the report- ride home but he refused. at 6:06 p.m. Julie Knight, 44, of CR 2164 near Quitman at 1:54 near Yantis at 9:58 p.m. Ricky shoplifter who had merchandise ing party if they lived there and 2:45 p.m. Royal Village Apart- Quitman, was arrested for al- a.m. in reference to a distur- Scott, 44, of Point, was arrest- in her purse and left the parking said a friend had sent him. The ments on North Newsom Street leged possession of a controlled bance. Deputies spoke with all ed for an outstanding warrant. lot before an officer arrived. A man continued to stand in their reported several mailboxes bro- substance. parties involved and forwarded Samuel Threadgill, 39, of Yantis, Wood County deputy stopped the yard talking on the phone. The ken into. Deputies were dispatched to the case to investigators. was arrested for an outstanding vehicle just outside the city limits. male subject was known to offi- 3:36 p.m. A caller reported a CR 2820 near Mineola at 9:52 Deputies were dispatched to warrant. When a Mineola police officer ap- cers. He did not commit a crime. man standing in the roadway at p.m., in reference to criminal PR 6338 near Mineola approxi- May 21 proached the suspect, she gave a The man was transported to his South and Elliott Street. An officer trespass. Deputies located the mately 3:24 p.m. in reference to Deputies spoke with the re- name not on her driver’s license. residence. responded and found it to be the individuals and cleared the inci- deadly conduct. This case has porting party at a 11:35 a.m. in The officer was able to confirm 9:29 a.m. A welfare concern same man as identified on other dent. been forwarded to investigators. reference to scam on FM 2966 her identity and found that she was reported by EMS at a resi- calls, but he was not standing Deputies were dispatched to Deputies were dispatched to near Quitman. Deputies gave had an outstanding probation vio- dence on North Newsom Street. in the roadway at the time the CR 2330 near Mineola at 10:06 CR 2840 near Mineola at ap- the reporting party advice and lation warrant out of Wood Coun- EMS was contacted by the family officer’s arrived. The man was p.m. in reference to a welfare proximately 10 p.m. in reference cleared the incident. ty. Vicki Payne, 57, of Alba, was for a medical call, but the female instructed to stay out of the road- check. Fernando Lagunas, 25, to a disturbance. Kane Phelps, Between the dates of May 15 arrested for a violation of proba- would not come out of a locked way. of Mineola, was arrested for al- 23, of Alba, was arrested for al- and May 21, Wood County Sher- tion warrant, failure to identify as bathroom. An officer spoke with 6:26 p.m. An elderly man with leged possession of drug para- leged criminal mischief and as- iff’s Deputies responded to multi- a fugitive from justice, and theft her and calmed her down. She medical issues was reported phernalia. sault causing bodily injury and ple agency assists that included with a previous conviction. was not transported and every- missing from his home on Land- May 16 family violence. the following: Hawkins Fire De- 8:49 p.m. Loud music was re- thing was fine. ers Street. An officer went to the Deputies conducted a traffic May 19 partment, Emergency Medical ported on North Newsom Street. 11:21 a.m. A church on West man’s old address and found him stop on FM 778 near Quitman Deputies were dispatched Services and Hawkins Police An officer spoke with the resident Broad Street reported a suspi- there. He was returned to his at 12:12 a.m. Jerry Frazier, 43, to FM 17 near Alba at approxi- Department. Between the dates and the music was turned down. cious male acting strangely in- family. of Quitman, was arrested for mately 5:00 p.m. in reference to of May 15 and May 21, Wood 11:51 p.m. A resident on side the church. The responding 4:30 p.m. Adrian Lavoy Wil- allegedly driving with an invalid a welfare check. Tony Williams, County Sheriff’s Investigators Graves Street reported she had officer knew the male, and he left liams, 21, of Mineola was arrest- license and an outstanding war- 62, of Alba, was arrested for al- obtained four arrest warrants just got home from the hospital the church on foot. ed for having no driver’s license rant. leged public intoxication. and arrested the individuals and and someone had broken into 11:56 a.m. A resident on North when the officer witnessed him Deputies were dispatched to Deputies were dispatched to filed four cases with the District her residence. The officer deter- Newsom reported his pickup was driving on East Broad Street. CR 2260 near Mineola at 11:57 CR 4660 near Winnsboro at Attorney. mined the call to be a civil issue stolen. The resident reported he 9:08 p.m. A resident on Phillips a.m. in reference to shots fired. 8:38 p.m. in reference to a dis- with another roommate. left the keys in the vehicle. The Street reported that her dad had Coleman Sistrunk, 23, of Quit- turbance. Wesley Bingham, 52, May 17 vehicle was recovered at EZ Mart let a man stay with them, but af- 11:19 a.m. A dog bite was re- by an officer in the early morning ter he started acting strange he ported by UT Health in Quitman. hours of Monday, May 20. The was kicked out. The man was The bite occurred at a residence male driving the vehicle reported reportedly back at the residence Mineola Fire Report on East McDonald Street. A that he had borrowed the vehicle standing in the yard. Officers re- woman had a minor injury to her from someone and had text mes- sponded and identified the man. Medical assistance: May N FM 779, Golden. Public service: May 18, face. The German Shephard was sages to prove it. The case is still He was given a place to stay at a 16, 8:20 a.m., 524 Dubose St., Motor vehicle accident with 1:09 p.m., N Pacific Street and placed in quarantine at the shel- under investigation and charges motel by Ministerial Alliance. Mineola; May 17, 9:55 p.m., 110 no injuries: May 20, 6:36 p.m., Greenville Hwy., Mineola. ter for 10 days. are pending. 9:37 p.m. A restaurant on West CR 2466, Mineola; May 21, 3:29 FM 1804, Mineola. Dispatched and canceled en 3:41 p.m. A burglary was re- 12:25 p.m. A man called from a Broad called and reported that a a.m., 121 CR 2610, Mineola. Power line down: May 21, route: May 19, 12:43 a.m., 310 ported by a resident on North convenience store on South Pa- man who they had already called Motor vehicle accident with 4:06 a.m., 1862 FM 1801, Min- PR 6338, Mineola. Newsom Street. A juvenile known cific Street and wanted to meet about had returned. An officer re- injuries: May 18, 4:50 p.m., FM eola. Carbon monoxide detector to the victim admitted to commit- with an officer in reference to his sponded and identified the man 779, Alba; May 22, 1:22 p.m., N Smoke or odor removal: May activation, no CO: May 20, ting the crime. The juvenile will be daughter’s stolen cell phone. The as being the same one reported Hwy 69 & N Loop 564, Mineola; 18, 3:45 p.m., 1102 Dawn Drive, 12:59 a.m., 183 CR 2771, Min- processed through Wood County officer was delayed due to a train, in several calls. He was issued a May 22, 6:50 p.m., N Hwy 69 & Mineola. eola. Juvenile Probation. and the man was gone upon the criminal trespass. While the offi- 11:10 p.m. A woman on Syc- officer’s arrival. cer was present, the man would amore Street heard a noise and 12:51 p.m. A resident on Molly not listen to the officer’s com- noticed a gate was open at the Street reported tools stolen from mands and was walking in traffic. Speed limit lowered to 60 mph along residence where she was stay- his garage overnight. The stolen Kenneth Leon Jackson, 34, of ing. Officers responded to the tools were believed to be linked Mineola was arrested by the offi- residence and checked around to the stolen vehicle on Newsom cer for not using the sidewalk. stretch of Hwy. 37 north of Mineola the area but did not locate any- Street, but when the pickup was May 21 thing suspicious. The officers pa- recovered the tools were not lo- 1:32 p.m. A restaurant on East The speed limit on Texas The change comes as the efficient traffic flow andis trolled the area during the night. cated. Broad Street reported a man get- Hwy. 37 just north of the result of recent speed stud- now in effect. May 18 1:12 p.m. A man reported be- ting into an employee’s vehicle. Mineola city line has been ies conducted on the road- New speed limit signs 12:59 a.m. During routine patrol ing harassed by someone that Officers responded and detained lowered from 70 mph to ways, according to TxDOT. have been installed, accord- an officer heard a man scream- kept leaving notes on his vehicle the man. He was transported to ing on West Kilpatrick Street. The in the Walmart parking lot, claim- the police department and later 60 mph for an extra 1.257 The new speed limit is de- ing to TxDOT. officer tried to find out what was ing that he had hit their vehicle. released. miles. signed to promote a more wrong with him. Officers located The man said this is the second 2:55 p.m. A man reported fraud some friends and transported the time someone left a note. The when someone used his check man to their residence. The man note had a name to call. When that had been made out to the was written a citation for posses- the number was called the caller electric company. The check was sion of drug paraphernalia, which advised they did not leave a note. used at Walmart. The man said was found on his person. 3:27 p.m. Walmart reported he placed the check in the mail to 11:08 a.m. A man reported a two females in the store and had pay his electric bill. welfare concern when his sister knowledge that one was shop- 5:22 p.m. A woman reported called him and told him she was lifting. The other female they her sister’s ex-boyfriend will not locked up in a bedroom because thought had been trespassed stop calling her at work. She was she and her boyfriend were fight- from the store. Jaunte Nakesha advised to send a final notifica- ing. The man reported when he Hawkins, 28, of Mineola was ar- tion to him to cease calling, and tried to call his sister back she did rested for alleged theft over $100 if he continued, to file a harass- not answer. Dispatch attempted and under $750. ment report. contact with her as well, with no 5:18 p.m. A restaurant on West May 22 answer. An officer went to the lo- Broad Street reported that a man 8:45 p.m. A man reported his cation and spoke with the tenants was inside yelling and screaming wife had walked off from their of the residence. The residents at himself and making a scene. residence on Padgett Street and denied that anyone else was The man was gone upon the of- that she had medical issues. The there besides the small children. ficer’s arrival. man called back and reported his The officer found the woman in a 8:22 p.m. Autumn Winds re- wife was home and okay. bedroom with her bags already ported that a female had left the Woman hospitalized after being bitten by pit bull Native plant expert visits arboretum Sonnia Hill, a native plant expert from Tyler, visited the Wood County Arboretum and Botanical Gardens on May 22 to A woman was taken to the ous bites to her body and in ing to police. She told police locate native or non-native plants in the area north of George Bridge. The area is the site for the Arboretum’s monarch hospital in Tyler on May 21 need of immediate medical she was trying to keep a pit butterfly demonstration garden. It must have only native plants for the butterflies to thrive and survive there. Hill and with serious dog bites, ac- attention, according to po- bull from attacking her son volunteers spent Wednesday tagging and collecting a list of plants to be removed for the butterfly garden. Lin Grado, cording to police. lice. during an altercation with garden manager at the Arboretum, said volunteers have spent four weeks working on the garden by planting native Police responded to a call She was transported to a her boyfriend. plants in starfish area and tracking down native plants. In this photo, Hill explains one of the plants to the Arboretum from a residence on Krause Tyler hospital, where she The dog was placed in volunteers in the butterfly garden area. (Monitor photo by Zak Wellerman) Street in Mineola at 12:53 underwent surgery. quarantine and the woman p.m. She suffered serious bites was in stable condition last Hooked on Fishing tournament Officers found a female on her fingers, upper thigh, week, according to police. Hubbard Chapel at the residence with seri- knee and buttocks, accord- for youth Saturday at Lake Fork

Tommie, a sophomore, Texas turnarounds would be to host Vacation The annual Hooked on headquarters at Lake Fork. was a fine student who rou- constructed under the over- Fishing youth tournament The tournament starts at CRASH tinely made the honor roll pass. As part of the project, Bible School in Wood County is set for 8 a.m. and runs until noon. From page 1 at Alba-Golden. She was in- FM 779 would be widened this Saturday, June 1 at Contestants must be regis- volved in FFA, softball, bas- to include left-turn lanes and Hubbard Chapel Baptist the Sabine River Authority tered by 8 a.m. eola. A preliminary crash ketball, and cross-country. U.S. 69 would be widened to Church will host its Vaca- investigation revealed that She was a member of nu- four lanes with a depressed tion Bible School on Sat- Karim, the driver of a 2018 merous clubs, including the median. Median crossovers urday, June 8. The theme Cadillac XTS, was stopped Student Council. would be constructed on will be “Won’t You Be My on FM 779 at the intersection Last week’s fatal crash U.S. 69, north and south of Friend?” of U.S. 69 facing northeast. was not the first at the in- FM 779, according to Tx- The class will consider At the same time, the driv- tersection. In 2014, a colli- DOT. questions on the Biblical Coleman Bail Bond er of a 2013 Peterbilt truck sion between a SUV and The agency originally tar- basis for friendship. The towing a semi-trailer, Jairol an 18-wheeler claimed the geted construction for 2019. church hopes for students (Directly across the street from Wood County Jail) Tejeda Limonte, 25, of Bay- life of a 9-year-old girl from However, the project is not to understand the impor- town was traveling south- Grand Saline. yet funded and is compet- tance of developing and 407 S. Stephen • Quitman, Texas 75763 east on U.S. 69 approach- The Texas Department ing with others statewide. maintaining God-honor- ing the same intersection. of Transportation has pro- TxDOT was preparing plans ing friendships. Hubbard Karim entered the intersec- posed constructing an inter- for the project with the goal Chapel Baptist is located at tion and the Cadillac was 903.763.4844 change with U.S. 69 bridging of having it shovel-ready FM 778 at CR 2590. Check- struck by the Peterbilt, the over FM 779. FM 779 would when funding becomes in starts at 9:30 a.m. with DPS reported. 24 Hour Service be accessed by ramps, and available. pizza at noon and check out at 1 p.m. Credit Terms Available 6A Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 30, 2019 Obituaries TOMMIE ELIZABETH SPANN (T.D.) Maricle. Ledbetter of Gilmer; and three grandchildren. 2002-2019 Memorials can be made to the Alba-Golden FFA, 1373 CR Funeral services for Tommie Elizabeth 2377, Alba, TX 75410. JERRY “J.D.” MORGAN Spann, 17, of Mineola, were Tuesday at 1945-2019 Sand Springs Baptist Church in Mineola DAVID C. BASS Graveside funeral services for Jerry with Brother Nick Kerry officiating. Ser- 1952-2019 “J.D.” Morgan, 74, of Quitman were vices were under the direction of Wil- Funeral services for David C. Bass, 66, Sunday, June 2 at the IOOF Cemetery in son-Bartley Funeral Home, Alba. Buri- of Mineola were Friday, May 24 at Sand Farmersville. al was at Pilgrim Rest No. 2 Cemetery, Springs Baptist Church in Mineola with Mr. Morgan died May 19, 2019. Golden. Rev. Steve Prestridge conducting. Burial He was born Dec. 25, 1945, in Alba Tommie passed away Wednesday, was at Sand Springs Cemetery in Mine- to Macie Dee and Georgie Morgan. He May 22, 2019, in Golden. ola, was married to his wife, Sara Morgan, She was born March 27, 2002, in Alexandria, La., to John Mr. Bass died Tuesday, May 21, 2019, for 55 years. They resided in Duncan- Brody and Amanda Lola Burnett Spann. Tommie was a in Tyler. He was born Aug. 15, 1952, in ville, where they raised two daughters, sophomore at Alba-Golden High School and was involved Gilmer to Billy and Codell Bass. Shannon and Jodi. Upon retirement, they moved to Quit- in FFA, softball, basketball, and cross-country. She was a He was a coach and teacher for 39 man in 1995. J.D was a Navy veteran and a retired Dallas member of numerous clubs, including the Student Council. years and received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from firefighter. Survivors include her parents, Brody and Amanda Spann Texas A&M – Commerce. He helped start the Rains ISD He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, his of Mineola; brothers, Bryce Spann of Mineola and Caleb Fishing Team and was a member of Northside Church in father and mother-in-law, and many beloved family and Spann of Mineola; grandparents, Roger and wife Stephana Mineola. friends. Spann of Arlington, Trina Spann of North Richland Hills, He was preceded in death by father, Billy Bass. Survivors include his wife, Sara Morgan of Quitman; Richard and wife Tina Burnett of Rosepine, La., and Inita He is survived by his mother, Codell Bass of Mineola; daughter, Shannon Morgan Wheeler of Kerens and Jo-Di- Maricle of Leesville, La.; great-grandmother, Peggy Spann loving wife, Vinnie Sue Bass of Mineola; sons, David Bass on (Jodi) Morgan Otto of Quitman; four grandchildren; of Mineola; and aunts and uncles. Jr. of Edom, Joe Bass of Amarillo and Garrett Bass of Emo- and one brother, Bobby Morgan. Tommie was preceded in death by her great-grandfather, ry; daughters, Shawna Blalock of Mineola and Natalie Tur- In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to vari- Delmar Spann; great-grandparents, Alfred and Tommie lington of Longview; brothers, Bill Bass of Tyler and John ous firefighter charities. You can mail donations to his ad- Burnett James; and great-grandparents, Hubert and Eddie Bass of Gilmer; sisters, Zelma Bass of Luling and Mary dress: 410 County Road 3170, Quitman TX 75783.

Learning bicycle safety Diane Holmes, chair of the bike safety program for the Mineola Pilot Club, stands with the winners of new bikes, Brody Hill and Sunshine Vigueras, at right. Recently, members of the Mineola Pilot Club and MHS Anchor Club, with assistance from the Mineola Police Department, held their annual bicycle safety pro- gram for second-graders at Mineola Primary School. Each second-grader received a helmet from Mineola Pilots in conjunction with their brain injury safety program called “BrainMinders.” Students receive instruction on bike hand signals and bike rules and then ride through the safety course. Two students are selected to win new bikes. (Courtesy photo) Mineola Memorial Library Notes Inside and Outside the Picket Fence BY LIBRARIAN MARY HURLEY BY JAN WHITLOCK

School is out and summer break has fifth grade and are ready to move up, join her, or you can The grounds may be a bit arrived. So have the more seasonal tempera- stay with Space Explorers for the summer. Mrs. Pam has on the “squishy” side so tures. The Library’s air conditioner is work- lots of awesome activities planned for this group. They wear your walking shoes, ing and we have cool books and movies to will meet on Tuesdays at 2 p.m. over by the large print no open toes this week, as check out as well. books. you admire the beautiful The Friends of the Mineola Memorial Play to Grow workshops will be offered on Wednesday blooms and rapid growth Library will meet on June 6 at 1 p.m. This mornings at 10:15 a.m. for children birth to age 3 with that many of the Arbore- will be the last meeting until Sept. 5. June’s program is a caregiver beginning June 12. Join this fun group for tums plants are now expe- Wood County Arboretum presented by Janice Wolford of Wolford’s Travel. This playtime, music, and information about child growth and riencing. and Botanical Gardens program is free and open to the public. Stop by and learn development. Watch for the magnifi- presentation is scheduled about the benefits of travel and hear some travel ideas. Baby Bounce will resume on Thursday June 13 at 10 cent blooms on the hardy for Saturday, June 22. Barb The Library book club will not meet over the summer a.m. for infants up to 18 months and their parents. This hibiscus to appear. These Williams will be instructing months but the East Texas Library Friends Book Club will group hears stories, learns songs with motions, and has a are picture worthy and on the many ways one can meet. Their next meeting is at the Mineola Memorial Li- fun time being together. could be a nice addition to customize their terracotta brary on Saturday, June 15 at 2 p.m. They will be discuss- Tonya Slayton is the director of this summer’s Lake your home garden. With pots. As we did with our ing “The Radium Girls” by Kate Moore. It is the story of Country Playhouse musical: “Shrek, the Musical.” On the proper growing condi- yard art class, let your girls who painted the very advanced “glow in the dark” Wednesday afternoons from 2-4 p.m., she will be teaching tions, these perennials will imagination soar. Regis- numbers on watch dials. What made the paint glow? The children basic theater in what is titled Summer Musical reappear to add their beau- tration has begun for this newly discovered radium. What happens after prolonged Theater Class. Classes will begin June 5 until July 31, ty each growing season. session. See the Arboretum exposure to this new item? Read and find out then join us which will have a special performance by the children. There are several varieties website for details at wood- to discuss. School aged children may participate. Parents will sign of hibiscus available at local countyarbo.org. Summer Reading Programs begin. Space Explorers will the children in and out of each session. If you have any nurseries. Perennials are a If you are a long or short be for children ages third to fifth grade. Those children questions, contact Mrs. Slayton 903-850-4160. onetime purchase that can under the age of 6 will need a parent present and partic- In addition to in-house programs, the Bookmobile distance runner, make sure reward the gardener with ipating. Reading logs will be passed out weekly for the will visit the Mineola Primary and Elementary Summer you circle July 20 on the many years of bloom and children to record their summer reading efforts. Stars Schools. There a short-program will be presented, book calendar. The Ima Hogg beauty. will be hung over the children’s department to mark their logs will be offered, and there will be an opportunity for Fun Run is scheduled for If you attended the last efforts. Each week will have a different space themed -ac children to check out a book to read for fun. We will also that date. You may begin tivity and will meet on Tuesdays at 2 p.m. in the Meredith be stopping by Addie E McFarland Community Center on Nature U. presentation for your training, as I am about Room until the last meeting on July 9. Wednesdays with an activity and a story. this calendar year, Allen to do, at any time. I look TNT Summer Edition will be hosted by Mrs. Pam for Remember, the Mineola Memorial Library is a 501(c)3, Smith entertained and forward to seeing you in children in the sixth grade and older. So if you completed non-profit. educated you on Friends the gardens. We are there and Foes in the insect every Wednesday, and the world. The last Creative U. coffee is on. Wood County SERVICE DIRECTORY

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Call Brandi Box today at 903 763-4522! Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 30, 2019 7A Wood County Church Directory Lake Fork Baptist Church Alba New Hope Baptist Church Forest Hill Baptist Church Tiffany’s Restaurant A lighthouse on the lake ASSEMBLY OF GOD 3855 FM 1801, Mineola 1880 TX-37, Quitman Gunter Assembly of God (903) 569-3760 (903) 967-3420 “My-O-My the Pie” 9483 W FM 515 • Alba, Tx 75410 4578 North FM 17, Alba Pastor Michael Mize Pastor Fred Morrow 271 CR 1558 • Alba (903) 473-9523 Fax: 903-474-9045 (903) 765-9981 Northside Baptist Church Mt. Calvary Baptist BAPTIST 1718 N. Pacific, Mineola 1119 E. G Goode St., Quitman 903-765-2087 Website: www.lakeforkbaptist.org Bright Star Baptist Church 903-569-3872 903-967-2392 email:[email protected] 2795 Co Rd 3480, Alba Steve Prestridge, Pastor Darrell Pixley Open Daily 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. 903-473-4064 Rose Hill Baptist Church Muddy Creek Baptist Pastor Jerry Jackson Jr. 1420 CR 2460, Mineola FM 69, Quitman Enon Baptist Church (903) 569-5746 903-967-3384 The Employees of 7133 TX-182, Alba Pastor Jeff Thompson Jerry Williams Attend the church of (903) 765-2014 Sand Springs Baptist Church Myrtle Springs Baptist Pastor - Reggie Day 3208 C.R. 2330, Mineola 2185 FM 2225, Quitman Watkins Insurance Group your choice this week. First Baptist Church of Alba (903) 569-9350 David Cook 219 E. Holly, Alba Pastor Nick Kerry 903-878-2504 urges everyone to attend 903-765-2471 Silver Lake Baptist Church New Life Baptist Fellowship These area churches welcome you. Pastor Kelly B. Burton 150 E Hwy. 80, Mineola 7365 Main St., Quitman the church of their choice! Lake Fork Baptist (903) 569-2433 903-763-1405 9483 W. FM 515, Alba Pastor Mike Sullivan Charles Brewster 903-473-9523 St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church Rock Hill Baptist Pastor Perry Crisp 304 S. Stone St., Mineola 3543 FM 2966, Quitman SUPPORT OUR AREA (903) 569-8722 903-878-2762 Lowe Funeral Home CHURCH OF CHRIST Pastor Demethruis T. Boyd Ken Goodson Alba Church of Christ Whispering Hope Baptist Church 1102 E. Goode • 763-2242 CHURCHES WITH AN AD Off Hwy. 69, Alba BIBLE INDEPENDENT 155 S Farm Road 14, Quitman John Ratliff Lake Country Bible Church (903) 967-3149 Dwayne & Lucy Lowe Church of Christ of Alba 1402 N Pacific St, Mineola Pastor Eddie Slaton IN THIS LOCATION 105 W. Holley St., Alba (903) 569-5730 903-765-9450 CHURCH OF CHRIST Quitman, Texas George Filpansick CATHOLIC Church of Christ St. Peter the Apostle 111 Winnsboro, Quitman METHODIST Catholic Church 903-763-5544 Hughes Appliance Paddy’s Autoworks Alba United Methodist 203 Meadowbrook, Mineola Del Ussery 170 E Holley St, Alba 903- 569–3665 Auto Repair Professionals 903-473-2411 Pastor Lawrence Love Church of God in Christ & Air Conditioning Rev. Beverly Tune Mt. Calvary Church of God in Christ 3841 E. Hwy. 154 • 903-967-3799 CHRISTIAN CHURCH 209 Bookman St., Quitman TX 1305 W. Broad - Mineola NON-DENOMINATIONAL First Christian Church (903)780-097 Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Amazing Grace Fellowship Church Disciples of Christ Pastor Bobby H. Jones 903-569-5440 or 903-569-6903 7405 US Hwy 69 E, Alba 209 North Pacific, Mineola Pastor Byron George 903-569-2537 JEWISH Open Door Church Pastor Rick Son Bethel Temple Fellowship DISCOUNT BUILDING 633 CR1560, Alba 680 CR 2150, Quitman, Texas (903) 765-3587 CHURCH OF CHRIST (940) 206-5830 MATERIALS B.D. Bohannoi Broad St. Church of Christ Rabbi Linda Gutierrez 440 West Broad, Mineola 602 E. Goode • 903-763-2931 Golden 903-569-2046 LATTER-DAY SAINTS BUILDING MATERIALS - FLOORING SHINGLES - SHEET METAL Chad Lewis 903-763-5445 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Golden Church of Christ Church of Jesus Christ of Cottonwood Assembly of God Golden Latter-day Saints DOORS CABINETS - WINDOWS 305 E. Goode St., Quitman 8481 FM 779, Golden 903-768-2712 1128 E Goode St, Quitman Open Monday-Saturday 8 a m to 5 p m (903) 765-2675 North Loop Church of Christ (903) 967-3533 Pastor: Otis Lee 326 W FM 564, Mineola Bishop Dean Brown For all your insurance needs 903-569-3117 Dairy Queen BAPTIST Clark Dugger METHODIST Golden First Baptist Church Jamestown Church of Christ Brock’s Chapel Methodist Dunahoe Insurance of Mineola County Road 2940, Golden 22022 FM1253, Mineola 207 Clark Street, Quitman 903 768-2258 (903) 569-0516 903-763-4062 Pastor Robert Mounce Mineola Church of Christ Linda McCullough Agency 903·569·5454 Pilgrim Rest #2 Baptist Church 1621 N. Pacific, Mineola First United Methodist 205 County Road 2376, Golden 903- 569-5571 406 E Lane St, Quitman 617 N. Broad • 903-569-6137 903-768-2653 Southside Church of Christ (903) 763-4127 Pastor Craig Kearby 527 Read St., Mineola Rev. Keefe Cropper 903- 569-6812 Liberty Methodist Kenneth L. Williams CPA BIBLE INDEPENDENT Malcolm Duncan E. Goode St./Hwy. 154, Quitman Autumn Wind Assisted Golden Bible Church (903) 967-7691 308 N. Main • Quitman CR 2290, Golden EPISCOPAL Rev. Keefe Cropper (903) 768-2700 St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Living of Winnsboro 903-763-4366 800 N. Johnson, Mineola NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH OF CHRIST 903- 569-2478 Church on the Rock We support our local community Golden Church of Christ The Rev. Thomas A. Pantle 302 S Main St, Quitman 903-342-3388 FM Rd. 779, Golden (903) 763-4588 903-768-2712 JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES David Jackson James Stringer Jehovah’s Witnesses Country Fellowship Hwy. 69 South, Mineola of Wood County METHODIST 903-569-6370 709 Oakwood Dr • Quitman Golden United Methodist Andrew McQueen 658 FM 1799, Golden METHODIST/ CHRISTIAN Living Water Fellowship Family owned business for more than 60 continuous years 903-768-2268 EPISCOPAL 2574 FM2088, Quitman 1238 N Pacific St • Mineola, TX Pastor Jim Pickens East Chapel CME Church (903) 967-2000 723 South Pacific, Mineola David Hartley 903 569-5432 903-569-3624 Wood County Cowboy Church MINEOLA • 903-569-5437 www.mineolaandcantoneyecare.com Hawkins Pastor - Leonard Spurling 3435 FM 2088, Quitman Packagers of Dried Beans, ASSEMBLY OF GOD 903-535-9155 First Assembly of God METHODIST Chase Pope Peas, Rice, Popcorn, 102 Hams St., Hawkins 1st United Methodist Church Household Aluminum 903-769-3835 612 N Newsom St, Mineola PENTECOSTAL UNITED Pastor Don Majors 569-5426 Victory Fellowship Foil & Plastic Wrap Rev. Paul Thomasson United Pentecostal Church BAPTIST Smith Chapel Methodist 1600 N. State Hwy. 37, Quitman 322 Freeman Liberty Baptist 670 FM 1804, Mineola (903) 967-2628 288 CR 3650, Hawkins 903-569-9187 Pastor Keith Clark 903-569-2636 903-769-2250 Pastor Jim Pickens 903-763-4711 • www.coventryfinancialtexas.com Pastor Bob Sexton Johnson Chapel Methodist Sulphur Springs 224 Elliott, Mineola LUTHERAN LUTHERAN 903-569-9536 Our Savior Lutheran Keepit Mini Storage Trinity Lutheran Church Pastor Clara Gilbert 1000 Texas St, Sulphur Springs Kelly Drug 3718 FM 2869 • Hawkins (903) 885-5787 Hwy. 69N (Next to KMOO) 903-769-4065 NAZARENE Timothy Eden Corner of Hwy. 69 & 80 | 569-3882 Kyle Kirk First Church of the Nazarene 903-569-0400 Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. | Sat. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 503 N. Line, Mineola Winnsboro Keypad Entry - 5’x10’ to 10’x30’ • Locally Owned PENTECOSTAL 903-569-3057 BAPTIST Climate Control Units Available FREE DELIVERY Pine Mills Pentecostal Church Rev. Randy Larpenteur. Cartwright Baptist Hwy. 14, Hawkins 267 CR 4896, Winnsboro lOXlO & 10X20 903-857-2527 NON-DENOMINATIONAL 903-967-2818 Pastor M.D. Thornhill Bethel Worship Center Pastor: Bro. Cody Mize Boddie Roofing 2973 St. Hwy 80 E., Mineola Crossroads Baptist Holly Lake 903-569-8708 1314 CR 4870, Winnsboro SUPPORT OUR AREA Composition - Torchdown - Metal CATHOLIC Rev. Kenneth Teo Pastor Terry Bolton Holy Spirit Catholic Church Church of the Lakes East Point Baptist Residential • Free Estimates 1612 S. 2869, Holly Lake at Enchanted Lakes 5029 FM 2088, Winnsboro CHURCHES WITH AN AD Rev. Michael T. Snyder 22410 County Rd 455, Mineola Bro. James Scott 903-769-3235 (903) 569-5101 Perryville Baptist Church 903-850-4642 Holy Ghost Central Church 9429 E. FM 851, Winnsboro Mineola Hwy. 69-10 N of Mineola 903-725-7729 IN THIS LOCATION ASSEMBLY OF GOD 903-768-2262 Little Hope Baptist Church First Assembly of God Pastor Rick Childers CR 3990 and CR 3984, Winnsboro WOOD COUNTY 1917 N US Hwy 69 Mineola Christian Fellowship 430-502-5855 (903) 569-9882 2207 W US Hwy 80, Mineola Pastor James Young Jr. ASPHALT Pastor Jerry Williams (903) 569-8884 Sharon Baptist Iglesia Primera Safe Harbor Prophetic Ministries 176 CR 4890, Winnsboro 2124 County Road 2670 Asamblea de Dios 5411 Hwy 37, Mineola 903-629-7202 511 N. Second, Mineola 569-8388 Perry Shirley 903-569-5537 Pastors: Andy & Irene Madding 903.569.1833 Spur on Ministries CATHOLIC BAPTIST 2670 S. State Hwy 37, Mineola St. Ann’s Catholic Calvary Baptist Church 863-697-0469 1010 W. FM 515, Winnsboro 779 FM 49, Mineola Pastor Mike Fletcher 903-629-7889 Blessed are the meek, for (903) 768-2313 Mani Mathai DOW AUTOPLEX Pastor Donald Masters PENTECOSTAL UNITED Full Service GM Dealer Central Baptist Church New Life Pentecostal CHRISTIAN they will inherit the land. 602 N Line St, Mineola 201 W F M Rd 564, Mineola Central Christian Church Sales Mon.-Fri. 8 - 6 Sat. 9 - 5 (903) 569-3203 903-569-5750 110 Sage St., Winnsboro 1313 Hwy. 69 S - Mineola First Baptist Church Pastor David Bethel 903-342-5883 Matthew 5:5 204 N Johnson St, Mineola F. Kevin Hollowell 903-569-2621 (903) 569-3873 SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Phillip Casper Seventh Day Adventist METHODIST Freedom Baptist Church 1904 Old Tyler Hwy., Mineola Perryville Methodist Church Compliments of BAILEY’S ACE 155 CR 2201, Mineola 903-569-6930 FM 852, Perryville 903-638-8555 Pastor Richard Rose 8 Miles SE of Winnsboro HARDWARE Pastor Al Dusek Glenda Mendoza Kemp-Meek Hainesville Baptist Church Manufacturing Co. Inc. 522 E. Broad 903.569.2911 3368 FM 49, Mineola Quitman PRESBYTERIAN Hours: Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 7 pm, 903 569-3212 ASSEMBLY OF GOD First Presbyterian Mineola, Tx. Sat 8 am - 6 pm • Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm Pastor Terry Davis First Assembly of God 302 S Chestnut St, Winnsboro “Strong churches make strong communities” Harvest Acres Baptist Church 909 E. Goode St., Quitman (903) 342-3011 1062 W State Loop 564, Mineola 903-763-2901 Rev. Dr. Jerry Carpenter 903-569-5351 Pastor Ken Otwell SUPPORT OUR AREA Pastor David W. Burcham Yantis Blessed are those who Hubbard Chapel Baptist Church BAPTIST BAPTIST Hwy. 778, Mineola Clover Hill Baptist County Line Baptist Pastor: Rick Ellington FM 69, Quitman 6380 FM 2966, Yantis CHURCHES WITH AN AD Legacy Baptist Fellowship 903-967-7440 903-383-2148 fear the Lord 415 W. McDonald, Mineola Pastor Mark Thompson Pastor Rodney Christ 903-316-0552 Ebenezer Baptist Covenant Reformed Baptist Macedonia Missionary Baptist FM 14, Quitman FM 515 & 852, Yantis Psalm 128:1 IN THIS LOCATION 1555 County Road 3875, Mineola 903-967-2848 Pastor Tony Jackson (903) 769-5618 Pastor John Skelton First Baptist, Yantis Pastor Thomas Ricks Faith Baptist Church 100 Church St., Yantis Behold, the Lord comes to O God, restore us; Mt. Enterprise Baptist Church 405 S Hart Street, Quitman 903-383-2393 3331 S St. Hwy. 37, Mineola 903-492-3535 Pastor Craig Vance save his people; light up your face and (903) 569-2124 Pastor Mike Midkiff White Oak Baptist Jonathan Allenw First Baptist, Quitman 116 PR 5922, Yantis blessed are those prepared we shall be saved. Mt. Pisgah Baptist 301 W. Lane, Quitman (903) 383-2310 4995 FM 49, Mineola 903-763-4142 Pastor Jimmy Rogers to meet him. Psalm 80:4 Pastor Riley Pate Rev. Gabe Martin Matthew 25:6 8A Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 30, 2019

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Monitor classified ads City of Mineola is accepting proposals for RFP 10-19 TPA 2017 Ford Escape Titanium Edition. Administration, Specific and Aggregate Stop Loss Re- Merchandise for Sale Cranberry red, leather interior, dark over light, 2.0 Eco-boost, FWD, NOTICE TO CREDITORS Insurance, Fully Insured and Level Funded Medical options. loaded w/accessories, 46K miles, Garage Sales Specifications may be obtained from Brinson Benefits. $20,500. 903-765-3123, leave mes- Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for sage. Proposals will be accepted until 10 A.M. local time, June 5, Mineola, 503 N. Pacific St., Fri.-Sat., the Estate of Dorothy Mae Ott, Deceased, were issued on April 2019, at 4851 LBJ Freeway, Suite 900 Dallas, Texas 75244, at May 31-June 1, 9a.m.-5p.m. Plus Employment 29, 2019, in Cause No. 13,462, pending in the County Court of size women’s clothing, yard vacuum, which time they will be publicly opened. All proposals received tools, Christmas deco, bicycles, RV Wood County, Texas, to: PEGGY CARROLL GOOCH. will be presented to the Insurance Committee, at which time the cord, security glass door, furniture, Medical & Dental City reserves the right to accept, negotiate, amend, accept and/ china, Hoover vacuum, generator & All persons having claims against this Estate which is or reject any or all bids. much more. Now hiring: LVNs, CMAs and CNAs. currently being administered are required to present them to Grand Saline, 2802 US80 East, Event Heritage House Healthcare Centre, Barn, Thurs.-Fri., May 30-31, 8a.m.- 1026 E. Goode St., Quitman, 903- the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed 763-2284. Under new ownership. 5p.m., Sat., June 1, 8a.m.-2p.m. 10 by law. PUBLIC NOTICE familes, rain or shine. Miscellaneous Notice is hereby given that a public hearing has been set for Mineola, 708 Stone St., McFarland c/o: Kyle G. Waggoner revision on the plat of Holly Lake Ranch Subdivision. Center, Sat., June 1, 7a.m.-3p.m. Now hiring: Floor tech, maintenance. Attorney at Law Garage Sale, Fish Fry. Rental tables Heritage House Healthcare Centre, PO Box 1152 The revision includes lots 150, 151 and 152, Section 4, within available, $25. 903-569-8851. 1026 E. Goode St., Quitman, 903- Mineola, TX 75773 Holly Lake Ranch Subdivision. Mineola, 1018 Emily Lane, Fri.-Sat., 763-2284. Under new ownership. May 31-June 1, 8a.m. Three family The public hearing is set for Friday, June 14, 2019, at 10:00 garage sale. Real Estate For Sale A.M. in the Commissioners Courtroom. All persons interested Mineola, 858 CR2220, Fri. Only, May PUBLIC NOTICE in revision to this plat may appear at the public hearing with 31, 8a.m.-4p.m. Five family garage Homes sale, lots of stuff! City of Mineola opposition should they so desire. House for Sale, Clear Lakes, 1232 /s/ Lucy Hebron Estate Sales CR 2140, Quitman. Contact Darren AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF MINEOLA, Harvey, 903-274-2816. TEXAS, CHANGING THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT Wood County Judge Mineola, 721 CR2210, Walton res- ESTABLISHED FOR VEHICLES TRAVELING ON A idence, Starts Mon., May 27 and Lots PORTION OF CITY ROADWAY ON FRONT STREET ongoing, beginning at 9a.m. Sale with Notice of Bid Acceptance great buys. Lot for sale, Clear Lakes. Contact FROM PACIFIC STREET TO SOUTH STREET UNDER City of Mineola Darren Harvey, 903-274-2816. THE PROVISIONS OF TEXAS TRANSPORTATION CODE Transportation The City of Mineola will receive and accept sealed request Rentals SECTION 545.356 (B-1) WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF MINEOLA. PROVIDING A for proposals to Provide Information Technology Support Boats PENALTY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY Services. Proposals will be accepted until 10:00 a.m. on Mobile Homes Thursday, June 20. Sealed proposals should be mailed to the 2008 Sun Tracker Pontoon and trailer CLAUSE; PROVIDING A REPEALER CLAUSE; AND Finance Director at P.O. Box 179, Mineola, Texas or hand located on Lake Winnsboro. 60 HP Mobile homes for rent 3 bedroom 2 PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Four Stroke Mercury w/tilt & trim - bath single wide, 2 bedroom 1-1/2 delivered to the same office located at 300 Greenville Ave., low hours. Brand new trolling motor. bath single wide. No pets allowed. A full and complete copy of this ordinance can be obtained at Mineola, Texas. All proposals shall be sealed clearly marked on Bimini top, removal fishing seats and 903-850-3570. the office of the City Secretary, 300 Greenville Ave., Mineola, the outside of the envelope as proposal to Provide Information table, dual batteries w/Perko battery TX. 75773. switch, AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo, fish Rental Services Technology Support Services. Bid specifications may be finder, compass. $11,500 OBO. Call obtained from the office of the Finance Director as indicated 214-502-4185. Let us take the worries out of manag- above or call (903)569-6183. ing your rental property. M&M Proper- Cars ty Management, 903-569-9881. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Cindy Karch, Finance Director

Car for sale, 2015 Chevy Malibu. Con- Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for tact Darren Harvey, 903-274-2816. the Estate of RICHARD CAMPBELL, Deceased, were issued on NOTICE TO CREDITORS May 13, 2019, in Cause No. 13,475, pending in the County Court Word ads Classified of Wood County, Texas, to: CAROL MOYLAN CAMPBELL. Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Independent 3 p.m. Monday, The address for the Independent Executor is: Administration in the estate of Justin Charles Collier, Deceased, $12 for 15 words and deadlines, then 20-cents/word c/o: LEIGH HUNT GOODSON were issued on May 6, 2019, in Cause No. 13,410, pending in the The Goodson Firm, P.C. County Court at Law, Wood County, Texas, to: John C. Collier. 115 W. Ferguson Street prices: Tyler, Texas 75702 All persons having claims against this Estate which is Call Brandi at currently being administered are required to present them to Display ads All persons having claims against this Estate which is 903-763-4522 or currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed Noon Monday, email classifieds@ $9/column inch the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law to: woodcountymonitor.com by law. John C. Collier Date: May 23, 2019 560 Airport Dr. PUBLIC NOTICE Mansfield, TX 76063 City of Mineola THE GOODSON FIRM, P.C. Attorney for the Estate AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF MINEOLA, INVITATION TO BIDDERS TEXAS, PROVIDING FOR A STOP SIGN CONTROLLING Sealed bids will be received by Ramey Water Supply TRAFFIC ON SOUTH JOHNSON STREET AT THE M P A A Last Puzzle A L I P Corporation for the construction of the Glen Thurman INTERSECTION OF FRONT STREET WITHIN THE D A N E Solution A C T S Development Improvments at the office of Ramey Water CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF MINEOLA; S E I T A L A N D A A D M I R A L A B E A C H FLORA MASONIC R O A N O K E P O W W O W Supply Corporation whose mailing address is P.O. Box 58, PROVIDING A PENALTY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR E S T A T E C A N E V E N T LODGE R A M R O D I S T H E PO Box 1119 Mineola, Texas 75773 and physical address 3400 Co Rd 2330, A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A REPEALER C O M E T H A T R I G W O N T A L Y S H E B A A F A R E Quitman, TX 75783 Mineola, TX 75773 is until June 6, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. and then CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. D E E R E A W E A T O M I C A D G A L G E N E S Stated 1st Tues., 7:30 p.m. publicly opened and read aloud. A full and complete copy of this ordinance can be obtained at O Y L A R E D Master: Derek Spitzer F L A T S Project will include, but not limited to the following: the office of the City Secretary, 300 Greenville Ave., Mineola, E M U O A R N E N TX. 75773. S-1429 Plans, Specifications and Bidding Documents may be obtained from the office of the Engineer: Lawn Service Mowing, edging, shrub trimming, Velvin & Weeks Consulting Engineers, Inc. leaf mulching & blowing, flower beds, 930 East Corsicana Street small garden tilling, trash & brush P.O. Box 1007 hauled. 903-520-5779 Athens, Texas 75731 (903) 675-3903 P.O. Box 1188 Mineola, TX 75773 (Across from WAL-MART) for the cost of $100.00 per set (non-refundable) for a hard copy 903-569-5115 Under $200/ MONTH and electronic copies are at no charge. Jonathan, Rodney & Nic Watkins buys land at Lake Fork. www.watkinsinsurancegroup.com The Ramey Water Supply Corporation reserves the right to 50x100’. Perfect for site reject any or all bids and to waive any formalities. built homes, mobiles/ RV’s. (903)878-7265. No Bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual Discounts up to 40% bid opening date. ACROSS 43 TX attorney Jaworski and 1 2 3 4 Ramey Water Supply Corporation 1 Littlefield is the TEXAS ex-Cowboy Lett 5 seat of this county 44 log structures for Buy lot 50x100' near (Owner) 5 this UIL class TX settlers 6 CROSSWORD Lake Fork, RV ready, plays six-man 45 Davy Crockett’s football (2 wds.) by Charley & Guy Orbison $1500 down and birth state (abbr.) 7 Copyright 2019 by Orbison Bros. monthly payments 6 a chili appreciation 46 nonTexas venomous INVITATION TO BIDDERS society (abbr.) snakes 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 under $200 7 LA FM that can 47 2nd “H” of state (903) 878-7265 Sealed bids will be received by Ramey Water Supply 16 17 18 19 20 be heard in agency HHSC Deweyville Corporation for the construction of Well #10 at Plant 7 at the 8 TX town appearing 21 22 23 meeting office of Ramey Water Supply Corporation whose in film “A Perfect 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 physical address is 3400 Co Rd 2330, Mineola, TX 75773 and World” (1993) Bales OF 16 Santa’s helper 32 33 34 35 Square whose mailing address is P.O. Box 58 Mineola, Texas 75773 17 spirit realm? Hay FOR SALE until 10:15 a.m. on June 6, 2019. (2 wds.) 36 37 38 Coastal 21 Boerne’s historic Also, two year old bulls, Project will include, but not limited to the following: “__ Kendall Inn” 39 40 41 had shots & wormed twice 22 TX ____ Holcombe 42 43 44 • Construction of a 125±gpm water well complete with pump Pickens’ picture a year. 903-520-5779 was on Confed- 45 46 47 and electrical service erate money 23 TX Joseph _ 48 49 P-1430 Bid Security, Performance and Payment Bonds shall be as set _____ created the 48 TXism: “belly up forth in the INSTRUCTIONS FOR BIDDERS. ice cream soda ______” 50 24 spider-spun snare 50 TX region: Plans, Specifications, and Bidding Documents may be obtained _____-Pecos 51 29 sudden flow of oil 12 boot width from the office of the Engineer: during drilling 51 Adam & ___ 13 on early TX TV: 52 TXism: “hog ___” 52 30 Brady, TX AM/FM “The Flying __ Velvin & Weeks Consulting Engineers, Inc. 31 TXism: “__ the (pistol) _____ Boys” 53 37 TX Kenny Rogers skin of my teeth” 53 droop from weight 14 TXism: “cold as sang with the “New 930 East Corsicana Street 32 “______-old Christy” ones Medical Center” at DOWN enchilada” before “The First P.O. Box 1007 Fort Sam Houston 1 former Floyd 15 TX Billy Preston Edition” Athens, Texas 75751 34 TX George W.’s County newspaper music genre 26 ex-Cowboy “Bullet 38 exclude or VP Cheney (2 wds.) 18 TX Perot (init.) ___” Hayes disqualify for the cost of $100.00 per set (non-refundable) for a hard copy 35 former popular 2 a Hilton hotel in 19 TX Haggar Corp. 27 “Sea_____ San 40 TXism: “gone __ Pepper Posse is Astro GM Smith Dallas was founded by Antonio” (theme ___” (deteriorated) and electronic copies are at no charge. 36 TXism: “split the 3 TXism: “a ____ an immigrant from park) 41 San Antonio Zoo HIRING blanket” (2 wds.) __” (a lot) this country 28 “______a living” bred ____ gazelle Ramey Water Supply Corporation reserves the right to reject 37 TX “Pecos Bill” 4 seat of Callahan 20 livestock fattening 29 La ______, TX 44 young bears at any or all bids and to waive any formalities. was a ____ County enclosures 30 first aid sets the Houston Zoo COOKS 38 Flintstones’ pet 9 disgusting or awful 22 gravy with the 33 William Bonney 47 “______•Other Positions Available• No Bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual 39 particular places 10 cut a design on a most flour globs ___“Billy the Kid” Mountain” is in SW bid opening date. 41 TXism: “hot as a hard surface 24 TX-born actress 34 colors Easter eggs Brewster County Apply in Person _____ stove” 11 TX Mary Martin Burnett (init.) 35 action at the net 49 TXism: “does a cat Ramey Water Supply Corporation 42 TX Bonnie & film “Love ___ 25 TXism: “come hell by a Spur, Rocket, ____ _ climbing 2pm - 4pm Mon-Thur. Clyde, e.g. Neighbor” (1940) __ high water” or Maverick(2 wds.) gear?” 416 Broad St, Mineola (Owner) Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 30, 2019 9A Quitman offers plenty of summer rec opportunities Each town in East Tex- place first,” stated Rogers. sociation. Based on the OZTAG as seems to be blessed by a The pool opens for two competitive fire evident in A new sport devised in place that is the center of the sessions daily: noon to 3 youngsters’ faces on a recent Australia to train youngsters community. It may be the p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday night, the league in the basic techniques of square, or the courthouse Swimming lessons are also promotes those qualities of rugby may soon be making or a favorite café. In Quit- available, with two morn- competition which nurture an impact in Quitman. Oztag man it must be the Governor ing options. Local residents young folks into adulthood. is a remarkably simple game Jim Hogg City Park. The 23 may book the pool for pri- based on the rules of rugby; acres in the middle of town vate events. It remains a QUITMAN SELECT BALLERS however, it is a low-impact are central to nearly all com- popular option. In its second year of op- sport using Velcro strips munity events, including the “It is a wonderful asset eration, the Quitman Select such as in tag-football. annual Old Settlers Reunion for Quitman, especially the Ballers have doubled their As Kieke explained, the celebrations. youth,” commented Rog- participation. The program game teaches proper tack- ers. On an average day 50- operates as a part of East ling positioning on defense HOGG CITY PARK 75 youngsters will enjoy the Texas Hoops. The mission of and running to daylight on A review of summer sports facility. A stable of six life- East Texas Hoops is to pro- offense. It is also a self-reg- activity in Quitman begins guards provide oversight. vide an outlet for youth of ulating game, with the sim- at Hogg Park. The rationale The plaque naming the pool all ages to develop and hone ple rules of the game being is simple: Hogg Park has for Coach Ballard states: “He their athletic skills on the taught by a single referee. probably the best children’s devoted his life to his family, hardwood. The sport has taken hold playground in the county. A community and the youth of Tania Kernes, president in the Austin area. Accord- variety of slides and swings, Quitman.” It is a most ap- of Quitman Select Ballers, ing to Kieke, schools and safe and ample climbing propriate comment to adorn explained youngsters are coaches are beginning to see devices, a splash pad, and the entrance to the pool. grouped together by school the benefits of the sport, as above all else – shade. grade, starting with grades the skills are directly trans- Fortuitously, the park QUITMAN YOUTH FOUNDATION 3 and 4, through varsity. ferable to American football. adjoins the Wood County Spring and summer would Quitman fielded two junior Arboretum and Botanical not be complete without high teams this season, one OFF-SEASON STRENGTH TRAINING Gardens. The property is baseball and its cousins, of which won the four-team Quitman Bulldog Ath- Enjoying a slide at Hogg Park. administered by the board softball and Tee-ball. The tournament in Edgewood letic Director Bryan Oakes of the Friends of the Arbo- Quitman Youth Foundation May 4. is pleased to recognize retum. A long-term lease so- manages 21 teams partici- East Texas Hoops coordi- the doubling of off-season lidifies administration of the pating in all age groups. An nates play days and tour- strength training partic- Monitor classified ads

38-acre tract. additional eight teams are in naments at area locations. ipants over the past two Providing love and attention, one resident at a time... Deanna Caldwell, presi- the learner’s league. Schools rent their gymnasi- years. The weight facility dent of the arboretum, de- The foundation maintains ums out to the organization. is open 6:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Certified Activities Director scribes the land as a “public four playing fields on the A review of scheduling for Monday through Thursday Certification required through garden focused on horticul- edge of town just south of June reveals local events: for athletes in grades 7-12. the State of TX tural education.” This year, Farm to Market Road 2088. June 1 in Wills Point, June 8 Senior Living Properties is seeking leaders that the arboretum is sponsoring The girls teams compete on in Greenville, June 15 in Min- NEW ADDITIONS will enrich the lives of our residents, families and a 5K run and kids fun run on New tennis courts at Quit- employees through extraordinary experiences… Saturday, July 20. The event man High School are becom- because everyone deserves a great life! is a fundraiser for which ing a reality. The six new We offer multiple shifts and a wide array of benefits, paid time off and paid holidays! sponsorships are still avail- lighted courts should be For more information, please contact: able. Athletics, once again, ready for next year’s spring Lindale Healthcare Center provide the vehicle for a season. The courts will be 215 Margaret St., Lindale, TX 75771 community endeavor. built at the same location, e: [email protected] just behind the high school Respond In Person QUITMAN CITY POOL between the school and the The Coach Delbert Ballard softball field. Memorial Pool represents One of the two Quitman JV teams in East Texas Hoops league. Discussions are under- Equal Opportunity Employer Disability/Veteran another jewel of the Quit- way to convert part of the DrugFree Workplace man community. The pool Monday and Thursday eve- eola, June 22 in Winnsboro, old rodeo grounds in the opens June 1 and closes nings, and the boys on Thurs- and June 29 in Greenville. ballpark and pool complex ARNOLD’S AUTO SALVEAGE AUCTION one week before the start of day and Friday evenings. Separately-scheduled Mon- to multi-purpose playing school. Certified pool oper- Parking will cost you $2 for day, Tuesday and Thursday fields. The 11-acre city- Saturday, June 1, 2019 @ 10 AM ator and technician Susan hours of entertainment. leagues are also available. owned grounds could be 914 US Hwy 259 South • Daingerfield, TX 75638 Auctioneer’s Note: Mr. Arnold was in the auto business for over 30 years in the Daingerfield area. Rogers, now in her fifth year Foundation president Kernes explained the gen- used for a variety of sports He passed away too early in life & this was a working business when he passed away. Mr. Arnold running the pool, voices Rodney Kieke spoke highly esis of her group, “We are and recreation. was loved & respected by many. He loved his tools, shop & career. This shop is full of great tools enthusiasm regarding the of the formative effects of just a group of parents who of all types! Anything you might need as a mechanic. There is also one large building full of things water quality. She summa- youth baseball on the local got together so our boys SUMMARY mostly pertaining to cars from the 1970’s & 1980’s! Some cool vintage antique stuff! There are 50 rizes the pool in one word: kids. As both the city ad- could play basketball during Several new initiatives plus cars & car bodies & the majority of these have titles. We will be working with Texas Heritage “clean.” minister and a Rotarian, he the spring and summer. The have joined time-honored Bank to help settle the estate & they will be handling title work. Bring CASH to the sale to leave with title that day OR title will be held until the following Wednesday. There are around 15 classics, maybe Her efforts and those of the described the foundation’s boys love having the op- institutions, such as the Bal- over 20 usable cars that just need a little TLC. Around 20 wrecked cars & tons of salvage around the city council have resulted in efforts to “maximize the portunity to play in the off lard Pool, to provide Quit- edges so there will be a lot of scrap iron as well! We will have TWO auctioneers going at one time re-plastering, a new chlori- fundraising results” to en- season and have a chance to man residents a wide vari- thru out the day because there are so many items! there is NO Way all of this can be moved out in one nator, a new filtration sys- sure long-term program vi- better their game.” ety of sporting options. The day. We have until Wednesday, June 5th to get it all removed from the property. We look forward to tem, and new CO2 and en- ability. As the adjacent photo at- common thread in all these working with everyone & we are excited to conduct this auction. zyme systems on her watch. The league offers spring tests, young athletes are initiatives is a sense of com- For Information: srsauctions.com 903-439-9013 • 903-219-7170 “The technical aspects of ball within the Texas Teen- having a great time partici- munity. Conducted by SRS Auction Services Lic # 17652 water quality must be in age Baseball/Softball As- pating. Like our Facebook Page SRS Auction Services for updates & photos

Lake Fork Weekly Fishing Report NOTICE TO CREDITORS It was a great week on depth to fish the Carolina rig ter. The crappie are being were caught on punch bait in Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Independent beautiful Lake Fork. The wa- was 18 to 22 feet of water on caught in 22 to 24 feet of 18 to 22 feet of water. There Administration in the estate of Tabbatha Lorraine Collier, ter is stained over most of main lake points that have water over isolated brush are still a few in the shallow Deceased, were issued on May 6, 2019, in Cause No. 13,411, the lake and water tempera- old timber on the side of piles and around the main water spawning. pending in the County Court at Law, Wood County, Texas, to: lake bridges. I found that the On our equipment list, this tures are in the upper 70s. the points. As the day went John C. Collier. The bass fishing was very on and we ventured back straight chartreuse crappie week is our Ranger Z520c good this week. Several tech- into the creeks, we went to jig worked the best. When powered by Mercury 250 All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently niques are working, such as a Texas rigged Zoom Cali- the crappie get stubborn, tip Pro XS, Lowrance electron- being administered are required to present them to the medium running crankbaits, fornia 420 Mag II worm with the jig with a minnow! ics, Duckett rods, ABU Gar- undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by Carolina rigs, wacky rigs, the tail dyed chartreuse. We The white bass have gone cia reels, Stren line, Strike and even the good ole Texas found that creek sub points crazy this week. They are King hard baits and Zoom law to: rigged worm. This week we were the best place to pick stacked up on main lake soft plastics. John C. Collier used a sexy shad Strike King up good quality fish. One humps and sharp creek Here at J & M Guide Ser- 560 Airport Dr. XD 8 on main lake points thing you have to do is work bends. I found the best way vice we have a few dates Mansfield, TX 76063 early in the mornings while the Texas Rig really slow. to catch the white bass this open in June to help you get the bass are active and put- You cannot work the worm week was to use Joe Spaits ready for the Skeeter Bass ting on the feedbag. As the slow enough! chrome and chartreuse Tournament. Give us a call TWO Divide & Conquer Sales – Same Dates day went on, we relied on The crappie anglers were Flashtail ½ ounce jigging at 903-413-6919 or e-mail Thurs., May 30 ~ 7:00-5:30 ■ Fri., May 31 ~ 8:00-5:30 the Carolina rigged Zoom having good success with spoon. Have fun! us at [email protected]. Saturday, June 1 ~ 8:00-2:00 California 420 Baby Brush Bubba’s baits crappie jigs. The catfish anglers strug- Have a safe fishing week Sale #1 Moving Sale for Pat & Tom Fernandez Hog. The crappie have moved gled this week. What few and be courteous to your fel- 1438 Hollytree Place, Tyler, TX 75703 (off Hollytree Drive) I found that the best water out into the deeper wa- catfish that were caught low anglers and guides. Outside SSW Loop 323 & off S. Broadway turn west onto Grande and left onto Hollytree Dr. Pass the clubhouse and tennis courts to Hollytree Place on the right; you may need to park on Hollytree Dr. (3rd house from Hollytree Drive) The house has sold; contents and consignments must go: elegant formal din. rm table, chairs, & china cabinet; custom club chairs & ottoman; fab. rug; Span. Baroque sterling silv. flatware; fur coats; brk table & chairs; garden stool; Depression glass; bedding; lamps; vintage oval frames; antq. armoire, barley twist chair, Welsh dresser, & pie safe; end tables; coffee table; settee; lovely home décor; roosters; brass chandelier; vintage Snow White lamp; patio furn.; kitchen selections; silv. plate & sterling selections; floral arrangements; bamboo selections; gold plated flatware; costume jewelry; clothes; shoes; purses; golf clubs; tools; chain saw; monopod; ramps; rods & reels; soooo much more!! Don’t miss it!! Pictures: DivideAndConquerOfEastTexas.com Sale #2 Moving Sale for Blanche Perkins 1202 Rice Road, #106, Tyler, TX 75703 Outside SSW Loop 323 & off S. Broadway turn west onto Rice Road; left onto Hollytree Dr. --- right across from Glenwood Ch. of Christ; please park at the church - Hollytree Dr. @ Rice Road; (walk to 3rd house from Hollytree Dr.) The house is for sale; contents and consignments must go: dining table & chairs; sofa; channel back chairs; drum table; end table; misc. lamps; sew. machine, fabric, notions; holiday selections; “Fairmont” china; full bed, dresser, nightstand; lots of quilts; clear dessert plates; crystal; decanters; cost. jewelry; clothes; vintage toys & dolls; typewriter; frames; iron skillets; refrigerator; freezer; hammock chairs; office supplies; can. jars; tools; sooo much more! (3-4 minutes from sale #1) Pictures: DivideAndConquerOfEastTexas.com

Country Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation *–Offering FREE CNA Classes–* With New F/T CNA’s & F/T LVN Shift Differentials P/T Beautician Contact Candy Janes HR Clark Spencer Adm. 903-962-7595 1638 VZCR 1803•Grand Saline, TX 75140 EEOC/M/F/D/V 10A Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 30, 2019 MHS From page 1 told them “You are the rea- son we are all here tonight.” He cited the class of 2019 for its many accomplish- ments, including amassing $700,000 in combined schol- arships “with more coming in every day.” Sauer hugged each and ev- ery graduate as they walked on stage to receive their di- ploma. He urged them to “have a servant’s heart” and allow themselves to “love others” for who they are regardless of their personal beliefs or the color of their skin. Class Salutatorian Alaina Valedictorian Lena Hughes Lopez choked back tears as cautioned her fellow grads she addressed her fellow that “we like the idea that graduates. some form of ultimate hap- “My Mineola High School piness can be obtained, or experience was amazing,” that we can be fulfilled and she said. “Through every satisfied with our lives for- friend I made, through ev- ever, but we cannot.” ery secret, every band and But ultimate happiness, sporting event and just she said, requires strug- through the pure joy I got gle. “Pure joy does not just from just coming to school. sprout out of the ground Now for the graduating se- like daisies and rainbows. If niors, I know this can be a Sydney Johnson, above left, prepares to make introductions at the Mineola you want to find meaning in High School graduation Friday night. At left, valedictorian Lena Hughes gives very emotional day as you your life, choose your strug- want to dwell in the past her address. Above, students toss their caps upon completing the ceremony. gle. What will determine (Monitor photos by Sam Major) about high school days. I your success is not what you know all the memories we want to enjoy, but rather made will carry over into what pain do you want to our futures.” sustain.” Yantis Class of 2019

Office manager conducts graduation By ZAK WELLERMAN ating class, and a slideshow needed for Quitman [email protected] featuring each graduate was played. insurance agency Family, friends and com- Reverend Paul Blue of munity members came to- Family Life Baptist Church Current license & experience desired gether to celebrate the 24 in Greenville served as the but will train the right person Yantis 2019 graduates on commencement speaker for Saturday in the high school the ceremony. He gave the Good salary with bonus & gym. graduates some advice on Before the ceremony, life after high school. commissions available graduates each gave a “You can be comfortable rose to someone they were or courageous, but you thankful for. Valedictorian can’t be both,” Blue said. Ashten Burnett and Salu- “What the world needs [email protected] Yantis 2019 graduate Zachary Shearer smiles after walking off the stage with tatorian Maggie Hooker more of are people who are his diploma in hand. (Monitor photo by Zak Wellerman) made remarks to the gradu- kind and considerate.”

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