Thursday, Wood County May 23, 2019 Vol. 4 No. 21 Two Sections 50 cents MONITORwww.woodcountymonitor.com Task force details findings Mineola on industrial commission council By ZAK WELLERMAN President Vic Savelli, Mine- said. “There was, of course, [email protected] ola Mayor Kevin White and some debate and there were Precinct 3 Commissioner many long discussions, but approves A blue ribbon task force Mike Simmons. Robinson in the end, the report you recommends changing the serves as the task force’s have before you is our unan- name of the Wood Coun- chairman. imous recommendation.” ty Industrial Commission WCIC is tasked with Duncan then made it clear land buy (WCIC), reducing the size business retention and ex- that Wood County should By HANK MURPHY of its board and eliminating pansion as well as bringing keep the WCIC in some [email protected] payments for cities that have in new businesses to unin- form. provided the commission corporated communities of WCIC Chairman Gerald The Mineola City Coun- with financial support. Wood County. WCIC also Elliott shared his thoughts cil on Monday approved Those recommendations is charged with promoting after hearing the presenta- the purchase of property were presented Friday, May tourism throughout the area. tion. by the city’s economic de- 17 at a Wood County com- At Friday’s work session, “Hearing the report in velopment corporation and missioners work session. Duncan spelled out the task commissioner’s court, I did received an update on last The task force, formed in force’s summary report. He not see many points that Time to getweek’s Crackin’! major sewer line January by Wood Coun- noted the hard work put in we haven’t discussed, like break. ty Judge Lucy Hebron, is to making the recommenda- reducing the board,” Elliott The council’s action will charged with making rec- tions. said. “Back in the fall, the with the allow the Mineola Mineola Eco- ommendations to improve “Evaluating an organiza- board voted to make recom- nomic Development Corp. WCIC. She appointed to tion that has been involved mendation to reduce. That (MEDC) to purchase three the task force BTH Bank in the success of Wood was not acted upon because FIREWORKS FUNDRAISERlots at the corner of Com- Vice Chairman Troy Robin- County for the better part the county judge created the Your help is neededmerce to raise and $4,000 Line for streets son, WCIC board member of three decades was a task blue ribbon task force. But downtown. The majority of Neal Duncan, Winnsboro we took seriously and delib- the other recommendations The 2019 Dogwood Queens together on stage with theirthe flowersAnnual and 4thtrophies. of Julythe Fireworks property consistsShow. of a Miss Dogwood Lucy Brannon (left) Little Miss Dogwood Karley Kernes (mid- City Administrator Craig erately. The task force spent I’ll have to wait until I have Please send yourparking check lot,to: and one lot has Lindholm, former Mineo- many hours working togeth- dle) and Junior Miss Dogwood Kameran Farnham. (Monitor photos by Zak See REPORT, Page 12A Fireworks Fund, City of Mineola la Chamber of Commerce er and independently,” he Wellerman) See COUNCIL, Page 12A PO Box 179, Mineola, TX 75773

‘19 Dogwood queensSchedule crownedof Activities at 100% Mineola Civic Center: By ZAK WELLERMAN breath sold the most tickets [email protected] in *the Splash Junior Park open Miss all category.day until 8pm Karley Kernes was * Pavilion concession open, selling Lucy Brannon was crowned Little Miss Dog- 75% crowned 2019 Miss Dog- woodhot dogs, and snow claimed cones, drinks a prize & wood in front of a packed of snacks$100. throughout Bella the Maynard evening. Quitman High School au- wasRestrooms named open. first runner-up ditorium at the annual pag- in * 7addition p.m. Flag Retirement to selling Ceremony the eant on Saturday. most tickets for her cate- 50% by Boy Scouts. With her new title, she gory. Timberlyn Wheeler earned the prize of $1,000. received* 8 p.m. Lake the CountryAlly Baker Symphonic Me- Brannon also sold the most morialBand entertains award. with patriotic music. tickets in the Miss Dog- Participants were each 25% wood category. judged* 9 p.m. FIREWORKS!on interviews, an- Aliegh Farnham received swering questions on stage, Miss Dogwood first run- wardrobeSo far, we andhave beingdonations photo of $500- ner-up and a prize of $500. genic.each from the Wood County Monitor & Donations for the Mineola Fourth of For the Junior Miss compe- Mineola Kiwanis Club & Janice Wisner made a $25 donation! Each of the ticket sales July fireworks show of $500 have been tition (sixth through eighth winners receives $50. received from the Mineola Kiwanis grade), Kameran Farnham The event was hosted and Club and the Wood County Monitor was crowned and received a planned by the Quitman STEM practicum students work on a project with their teacher, David Cross. From left: Justin Blalock, Ashton Goss, and $25 from Janice Wisner. Goal is prize of $250. Alexus Richey Chamber of Commerce. $4,000. Make donations at Mineola Garrett Fields, Vincent Ogg, and Cross. See Page Four for related story and photo. (Photo by Sherrie Callahan) received first runner-up in See QUEENS Page 10A City Hall or mail to PO Box 179, Min- Quitman STEM program preps Junior Miss. Breanna Gil- eola, 75773. students for real-world careers Burnett and Hooker awarded Yantis By ZAK WELLERMAN as it is for them to save a lot high school that I realized High School valedictorian, salutatorian [email protected] of money by finding what what kind of opportuni- it is they don’t like,” Cross ties I had in STEM. Having Yantis High School’s vale- Through challenging pro- said. one of my favorite teachers dictorian and salutatorian grams and rigorous train- His students are trained ever, Mr. Cross, I explored have been named for this ing, Quitman High School in a variety of subjects and so many new careers that I year. Ashten Burnett is the engineering students are taught the significance of IT otherwise would have never valedictorian and Maggie preparing for college, tack- certifications. They learn to known about,” Peddy said. Hooker is the salutatorian. ling hands-on projects and use technology such as 3D “I encourage everyone to Yantis graduation will be earning career certifications. printers, where they build explore any opportunity in Saturday at 6 p.m. at the The Science, Technolo- innovative projects with re- STEM they get.” Yantis High School gym. gy, Engineering and Math al-world applications. One of those opportuni- Burnett has participated (STEM) class is one of many Beginning students take ties is the field of informa- in basketball, volleyball, outlets available to QHS stu- on projects to grasp basic tion technology. Students track, cheer, tennis, golf and dents involved in Career and principles of physics and learn to configure a Micro- softball. She has served as Technical Education (CTE). sciences. Advanced students soft Windows program and, basketball captain, volley- David Cross, QHS STEM tackle more complex proj- through the process of earn- ball captain and cheer cap- teacher, says it’s important ects. ing a Microsoft certification, tain. She is senior class vice president. for students to know what For instance, seniors have how to install the Windows ASHTEN BURNETT MAGGIE HOOKER Burnett is a member of the they enjoy and what they designed and are building 10 computer operating sys- Valedictorian Salutatorian don’t so they’ll move in the a wind turbine utilizing 3D tem. With their knowledge National Society of High Hooker has participated elor of Science in Animal right direction after high printed materials and metal and a certification in hand, School Scholars (NSHSS), in cross country, volleyball, Science with a specializa- school. welding. Cross hopes that they have the potential to be Beta Club, Phi Theta Kappa, basketball, tennis and track. tion in pre-veterinary medi- “They’re (students) find- in the future, a student-built hired in the IT field. FFA, UIL Academics, Su- She is an FFA chapter offi- cine. She then plans to finish ing out what they like and wind turbine will produce “It’s basically the founda- perintendent Student Advi- cer, class officer, student her education by gaining that’s important in high electricity for parts of the tion for their professional sory Member and FCCLA. council officer, Beta Club her doctorate at the Texas school, just as important as school. certifications. When they After graduation, she will member and NSHSS mem- A&M veterinary medicine any of their core studies. I For Quitman senior Max leave Quitman, they can ac- attend Tyler Junior College ber and ambassador. program to start her own think for a majority of us it’s Peddy, Cross’ classes helped tually get jobs,” Cross said. for a bachelor’s degree in After graduation, Hook- veterinary clinic. She is the just as important to get these him to see various career op- High-level senior students dental hygiene. She is the er will attend West Texas daughter of Jesse and Am- kids in the right post-sec- tions. daughter of Michael and See STEM, Page 4A A&M University for a Bach- ber Hooker. ondary education programs “It wasn’t until I got into Amber Burnett.

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Church Directory...... 7A Meals on Wheels...... 4A Community Calendar...... 2A Obituaries...... 6A Page 3A Page 10A Classifieds...... 8-9A Police/Fire Reports...... 5A Memorial Day ceremony planned Yantis golfer competes www.facebook.com/WoodCountyMonitor Library News...... 3A Sports...... 10A at county courthouse in state tournament 2A Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 23, 2019 Alba-Golden school board OKs bid to resurface track The Alba-Golden ISD The state may recompense school board. James Wilk- Board of Trustees on May the district in this amount. erson also vacated his chair 13 unanimously accepted a Kelley concluded by stat- after 18 years of service. $71,965 bid by Fisher Tracks ing that pending legislation, Also, the Alba-Golden of Mansfield, Texas, for re- final property values, and school board recognized the surfacing the track. The firm federal grants all must be 2019 high school valedicto- had rebuilt the current track received before a firm bud- rian, Grace Bizzell, and sa- from the base in 2012. The get can be presented. lutatorian, Nathan Kumm. school fund balance will be The board approved five Additionally, elementary used to pay for the track re- personnel actions. Teach- schooler Weston Stewart re- surfacing. er and coach Dana Wade’s ceived a plaque from board The board also renewed contract was rescinded and President Mike Ragsdale four standing agreements a new contract as a full-time for his selection as elemen- by unanimous vote. The teacher was approved. A tary student of the month. board extended BTH Bank teaching contract for Kim Bizzell will graduate with of Quitman as the deposi- Howard, who will be join- an associate’s degree from tory bank for the next year. ing the elementary school Tyler Junior College after A contract with Claims Ad- from Mineola, was ap- having amassed 63 credit ministrator Services of Ty- proved. The board accept- hours in dual-credit class- ler in the amount of $23,563 ed resignations letters from es. In brief written remarks, was approved for workers Regina Cooper, Tashara Ev- she credited Alba-Golden compensation insurance. A erett and Blake Hamrick. school for preparing her for student insurance service During public comments, college, and having taught Lauren Doan gets sworn in as Quitman municipal judge clerk by Mayor Pro Tem David Dobbs after last Thursday’s city policy with the Brokerage Deb Perry addressed the her both humility and a council meeting. (Monitor photo by Zak Wellerman) Store of San Antonio in the board. Perry voiced con- strong work ethic. An ac- amount of $17,623 was re- cerns that students are not ademic all-American ath- newed. Finally, the board being “validated for aca- lete, Bizzell intends to study Quitman appoints municipal judge clerk approved renewal of the demics.” She expressed that nursing at Texas A&M Uni- By ZAK WELLERMAN through educational pre- Despite weather delays, Tyler Junior College du- athletes are validated, even versity. High school principal [email protected] sentations at City Hall and housing development proj- al-credit program. celebrated, but students are Quitman ISD. ects are moving in the right Business Manager Bren- not. Secondly, she urged Mike Mize lauded Kumm Quitman City Council last The vote for Doan’s ap- direction. Due to an expan- da Kelley briefed the board the board to invest in tech- for his four years on the “A” week established the po- pointment was 4 to 1 with sion of 2,500 square feet, on district property values, nology that would allow honor roll, and described sition of municipal judge/ Alderman J.R. Evans op- Stitichin’ Heaven is looking the compressed tax rate the school to communicate his talents in writing, po- clerk. Lauren Doan, who posing. to push its opening to Oc- system, and the timing ef- directly with parents. “We etry, theater and science. serves as the court clerk Additionally, associate tober. Hudman is pursuing fects of these phenomena. need to bring our informa- Kumm declared biology as and an associate judge, was judge Laura Rich was re-ap- various options to fund gas Kelley reported prelimi- tion technology into the his favorite subject, and ex- sworn-in for the two-year pointed to her position by line development for the nary property values have 21st century,” she stated. pects to commence his col- appointment. the council. Quitman Business Park. increased $13 million over Two long-standing board legiate studies at the Uni- Prior to the regular meet- In other business, the Wood County Industrial last year. This will impact members have relinquished versity of North Texas. He ing, the council used a work- council approved the use Commission representative school funding as the com- their chairs. After 25 years plans to transition to Baylor shop session to discuss the of reserve funds for emer- for Quitman Sam Scroggins pressed tax rate will have of service, Brady Robinson University and study Bio- use of a judge/clerk position gency repairs of 200 feet of went over the WCIC May a negative $200,000 effect. will no longer be on the chemistry. and Doan’s appointment. sewer lines and a manhole board meeting. He noted City Secretary/Admin- at the corner of Bermuda the success of the Bassmas- Steak dinner and auction to benefit Chase Hope istrator Rodney Kieke ex- and Wright Street below the ter Toyota Texas Fest at A steak dinner and auc- Last month, he under- The cost of the dinner is plained that combining the Wood County Jail. In the Lake Fork despite the mud- tion to benefit Chase Hope went reconstruction of his $20. Please text your RSVP judge and clerk positions April meeting, SGL Utili- dy conditions. and his family will be held knee after a horse accident. and the number of plates would help to streamline ty Contractors was chosen In his comments, Mayor at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 25, Friends of the family are you’ll need to 903-790-1452. the judicial processes and to make repairs at a cost of Randy Dunn noted the let- at the Wood County Cow- hosting the benefit dinner If you have questions, call expedite Quitman’s fine $25,030. ter of appreciation written boy Church at 3435 FM 2088 to help with medical ex- Kris Rinks at 940-390-4595. collection. In the Quitman Develop- by Linda Haddock of the outside of Quitman. penses. The role of municipal ment Corp. report, Execu- Daughters of the American judge has been occupied by tive Director Denea Hud- Revolution (DAR) to the Charles Busby since 2009. man said she attended a City of Quitman and its res- Early deadlines set for Memorial Day week edition Kieke noted how Doan has conference with small-town idents for their help in her The Wood County Moni- vertising, including classi- to press and be distributed greatly improved court re- economic development restoration project of the tor will observe early dead- fieds, for the May 30 edition on its normal schedule, but cord-keeping in her role as leaders and the Governor’s Honeymoon Cottage Muse- lines for the week of Memo- should be turned in no later the Monitor offices in Min- clerk as well as being in- Office for a legislative up- um in Gov. Jim Hogg City rial Day. than 3 p.m. Friday, May 24. eola and Quitman will be volved in the community date. Park. All news items and ad- The May 30 edition will go closed Monday, May 27. 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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Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 23, 2019 3A Ceremony at courthouse to mark Memorial Day Wood County’s Memorial tee, will consist of a speak- Day service will take place er, a flag ceremony and the at the northeast corner of playing of “Taps.” the Wood County Court- Giving this year’s Me- house grounds at 11:30 a.m. morial Day address will be on Monday, May 27. retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. All military veterans, fam- Tom Gunn. ily, friends and the general Playing “Taps” will be Ja- public are invited to attend. cob Day of Quitman High March of the Blue The program, under School. Quitman High School seniors walked the halls of the Elementary and Junior High in their caps and gowns for the annual March of Blue May 10. Pictured are the the direction of the Wood The program is expected QHS seniors with kindergartners, teachers and administration. The seniors were congratulated by the teachers and younger students. (Photo by Michelle Dobbs) County Veteran’s Commit- to conclude at noon. Mineola ISD board agrees to accept grants from TEA By HANK MURPHY nearby school districts: Al- 30,000-square-foot building cept and that accepting ter, Mineola would still have sciences. [email protected] ba-Golden, Yantis, Lindale to house CTE programs. the grants in no way com- its new HVAC and industri- Also Monday night, new and Grand Saline. School Some board members were mits the district to a costly al maintenance equipment school trustees Jill Quiam- The Mineola ISD school trustees raised concerns and concerned that three dis- building project. Parkerson as well as its CTE program, bao, Jackie Lee Rodieck and board Monday night unani- posed numerous questions tricts had not signed mem- warned that snubbing the Parkerson told the board. Glen Dossett were sworn in. mously approved accepting to Mark Parkerson, the dis- orandums of understanding grant could jeopardize the In a separate CTE-relat- Abbott was re-elected board Texas Education Agency trict’s director for special in regard to the CTE hub. district’s chances to receive ed matter, Tunnell told the president on a 5-2 vote, Jay (TEA) grants for $636,332 programming, as well as Su- Other trustees questioned future TEA grants. board that discussions with McGough was unanimously and $16,580 to benefit the perintendent Kim Tunnell. the cost of storing equip- Parkerson noted that in UT Health-East Texas for the elected vice president, and district’s Career and Tech- Among those questions ment – which will be pur- starting a regional CTE hub, purchase of a former clinic Kyle Gully was unanimous- nical Education (CTE) pro- was whether neighboring chased through the larger Mineola is at the forefront building north of Mineola ly elected secretary. gram, particularly HVAC districts are committed to grant – until it is ready for of something entirely new on Hwy. 37 are ongoing. If In addition, new elementa- and industrial maintenance. a CTE hub in Mineola for use in the classroom. for this area. “It’s up to you the MISD and UT Health ry and primary school assis- The action came after a the long haul. Also, several Parkerson and Tunnell to determine if you want to can strike a deal, the build- tant principal Bethany Wil- lengthy discussion about members wondered wheth- assured trustees that neigh- step out on a limb and take ing would house the CTE liams was introduced to the Mineola’s role in hosting er accepting the grants com- boring districts remain on a little risk,” he said. Even if programs of HVAC, indus- board. She comes to Mineola a CTE hub involving four pels the district to develop a board with the hub con- the hub concept were to fal- trial maintenance and health from Mesquite. QHS teacher to speak on blended learning By ZAK WELLERMAN this presentation, it is the ogy, Engineering and Math [email protected] concept of station rotation, (STEM) teachers in U.S. sec- where students pick dif- ondary schools. A Quitman High School ferent tables to learn con- Sandifer’s presentation teacher will give a presenta- cepts.” will showcase what Quit- tion to educators across the Sandifer said her QHS al- man is doing to improve its state this summer on how to gebra II students have the education methods. incorporate digital learning choice of technology, group “They (attendees) will ex- with traditional teaching learning, math games, or perience research-based in- methods. hands-on manipulatives to structional strategies as well Julie Sandifer, a QHS improve their understand- as see how our students at math teacher, will speak at ing of challenging concepts. Quitman actually do station the UTeach Institute STEM Google Classroom appli- rotation,” she said. “We will Educators Conference in cations – a web service de- wrap up with discussions Austin June 27-28 for a ses- veloped to simplify sharing about the inherent chal- sion titled “Blended Learn- files between students and lenges of (station) rotation, ing for Middle/High School teachers – and recordings including planning, execu- Classrooms.” from a Swivl device are tion, and effective rubrics so Blended learning is a type both used to teach concepts that students work with in- of education that incorpo- through Google Classroom. tention and accountability.” rates online educational A Swivl device allows stu- Sandidfer applied to the materials with traditional dents to record themselves conference with a proposal classroom methods to im- as they walk around. The to be a presenter. Before ap- prove students’ learning video is then uploaded and plying to be a speaker, San- Quitman FFA hosts auction fundraiser opportunities. placed on Google Class- difer learned about blend- An auctioneer seeks bids at the eighth annual Quitman FFA and Young Farmers Auction fundraising event on Saturday, “Blended learning is an room. ing learning by being a part May 17 at the Quitman FFA pavilion. Standing beside the auctioneer are Jerry Jackson (left) and Brenley von Reyn. excellent teaching style to UTeach Institute is a of a semester-long course Proceeds went toward the Quitman FFA/Young Farmers, and 10 percent was being donated to a charitable cause. maximize student engage- preparation program with offered by University of (Monitor photo by Zak Wellerman) ment and learning,” San- the goal of increasing the Texas at Austin and UTeach difer said. “Specifically for number of Science, Technol- Institute. 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Errol Barber and his black Thunderbird makes a resident’s day. (Courtesy photo) Wood Memorial residents take in classic car show Life was a little brighter Nine classic vehicles par- Cruise In at the Quitman last week for residents of ticipated in the morning Dairy Queen. All classic the Wood Memorial Nurs- show, which included a cars and trucks are welcome Arboretum begins memorial tribute program ing Home as members of Model A pickup along with to attend the free event, and Wood County Arboretum and Botanical Gardens has begun a new tribute program for people to honor those they care the Lake Country Classic other vintage automobiles. visitors can vote on their fa- about with a memorial tree, bench or blooming bed at the Arboretum behind Gov. Jim Hogg City Park in Quitman. Car Club brought their clas- One resident took a ride in vorite vehicle. A “Peoples Each memorial includes a plaque honoring the person. In this photo, the Arboretum volunteers stand with the first sic vehicles to the Mineola Errol Barber’s 1957 Thun- Choice Award” will be giv- tribute bench and its plaque honoring Olton Strickland. A memorial tree costs $500, a small bench costs $175, a large residence with a mini car derbird convertible. en to the public’s favorite bench costs $300 and an annual blooming bed costs $300. There is a $25 discount for each if you have an Arboretum show. The car club participates automobile. The public is membership. All proceeds from the tribute donations go back to the Arboretum to maintain its gardens and the Stinson The car show was one of in parades, car shows, cruis- welcome to attend and en- House. (Monitor photo by Zak Wellerman) many special events held at es and other community ac- joy the vintage vehicles and Wood Memorial last week tivities. background music. as part of National Nursing On Thursday, May 23, Quitman ISD CTE program grows Home Week. the club will host its May Students in Cross’s class college. We’re trying to get post-secondary opportunities also are trained in comput- them in the right trades, get STEM er-aided design (CAD) pro- them in the right schools, the From page 1 grams, such as SolidWorks. right set of certifications that By ZAK WELLERMAN [email protected] CAD utilizes computers for are going to make those stu- recently competed at the the creation, modification dents successful.” IT Olympics at Texas State and optimization of a design Tools used by engineering Quitman ISD Career and Technical College in Mar- to improve productivity and students can work in other Technical Education (CTE) shall. The contest consists of quality. fields. Cross explained that programs have opened challenges in coding, busi- Cross also is considering a agricultural students are pathways for students to ness management and cyber drone program in the future. using CAD and design soft- be prepared for college and security. But for now, the focus is on ware to build their equip- earn relevant certifications. Seniors Justin Blalock, the computer and structural ment and projects as well. The district offers career Mike Fry, Peddy, Ashton design side of engineering. CTE coordinator Sher- and technology classes and Goss and Vincent Ogg fin- Quitman’s engineering rie Callahan commended certifications in Health Sci- ished in the top 5 percent students have the chance to Cross’ dedication to grow- ence, AFNR (Agriculture, amongst the competitors. pursue a multitude of ca- ing the STEM career oppor- Food and Natural Resourc- “It’s a really extensive ex- reers outside of the typical tunities at QHS. es), Construction Science, ercise,” Cross said of the STEM profession, according “David Cross does an ex- Food & Consumer Science, IT Olympics. “There is an to Cross. cellent job with our STEM Business & Industry and endpoint to it that you can “There are a whole slew of students. He goes above STEM (Science, Technology, achieve, but most don’t. I them that really want tech- and beyond in obtaining the Engineering & Math). think all but maybe one of nical careers that are outside training necessary to stay QISD belongs to the Piney the (Quitman) guys got it. I the engineering field. They ahead of the curve as far as East Perkins Consortium, feel like the seniors I have in found that they want to be getting his students ready which is group of 20 school IT, those guys are on-par,” … radio techs or somebody for life after they graduate districts in the East Texas Quitman High School STEM students have made various projects from 3D Cross said. “They’re always that’s doing X-ray technolo- high school,” she stated. area. This group includes printed materials. On display in the library window are some of the projects studying coding, cyber se- gy for the medical field,” he Last summer, he was nearby schools, such as Al- (left to right): Ant Man mask, Captain American shield, Infinity Gauntlet and curity and programming so said. “Things like that might one of 18 physics instruc- ba-Golden, Hawkins, Har- an Iron Man mask. The creations go along with the Avengers theme of this they know that stuff like the not necessarily directly tie tors to attend the two-week mony and New Diana. year’s high school yearbook. (Monitor photo by Zak Wellerman) back of their hand.” into the engineering pro- Mitchell Institute Physics The consortium works to provide awareness of make students feel that they Cross noted that he’s gram, but I cater to those Enhancement Program at with the various school dis- our CTE programs as well are less valuable if they pur- worked with this year’s students. I kind of meet Texas A&M University. The tricts to increase CTE oppor- as creating network op- sue a technical education seniors since their eighth them where they’re at. If point of attending was to tunities and be a resource to portunities. The business or enter the workforce after grade year. they’re successful when they give him a sturdier foun- each of the campuses, QISD leaders, in turn, provide us high school graduation.” “I keep those guys who leave here, I feel like we’ve dation in college physics so CTE coordinator Sherrie with advice as to new tech- She explained how stu- want to be in technical in- done our job.” he could better prepare kids Callahan said. nology developments in the dents find success in attend- dustries, one: where they He stressed the need to for college physics. In the “We hope that the expo- workplace, which certifica- ing technical schools. want to be, but two: I also adapt to the changing career process, he met and worked sure to our CTE programs tions are recognized locally, “A student can attend need them,” Cross said. fields available to students. beside professionals in the will give students a taste and increased alignment to TSTC (Texas State Techni- “Each one of the students I “One of the things that I physics industry. of areas they never knew workplace expectations,” cal College) in Marshall, go took to the IT Olympics can like about Quitman is yes, we “It’s a rare opportunity as existed and that the oppor- Callahan said. “Through through their electrical line take one of those 3D print- do put them in these strong a physics teacher in a public tunities and certifications this partnership, we are worker program, graduate ers, take them a part, put track programs where they school to get to meet people we offer will provide them better able to review and with an associate degree, them back together and pro- get a lot of rigor and hard that are setting the standards with a seamless transition evaluate our facilities and and if they don’t have a job gram them.” work through those pro- for hard sciences like those into either post-secondary equipment and identify within six months of grad- Blalock shared his enthu- grams like our medical, en- guys are,” Cross said. education or the job mar- program needs.” uating, TSTC will refund siasm for learning engineer- gineering, agriculture pro- This summer, Cross hopes ket,” Callahan said. In the past, educators of- their tuition,” she said. ing skills. grams,” Cross said. “But we to undergo similar training In addition to working ten told students that going “They have yet to provide “Being in Mr. Cross’s don’t force them to make at the University of Texas with the consortium, QISD to a college or university a refund because they have STEM classes has allowed life decisions in ninth grade. in Austin called “Engineer also has a CTE advisory was the only path to take. 100 percent placement rat- me to experience, utilize, It’s important to us that the Your World.” He sees the committee made up of CTE “For far too long, we, in ing. That’s more bang for and design all types of tech- more we support these guys program as beneficial in pre- teachers, community mem- education, have pushed your buck than most four- nology, ranging from 3D in these chairs, the better off paring Quitman students for bers, and local business and students to pursue post-sec- year degrees offer.” printing to software engi- they’re going to be. We’re no technical-intensive college industry representatives. ondary education in the For those interested in neering and to develop ap- longer pushing every kid to programs. The committee provides form of colleges and univer- learning more about Quit- plicable skills,” Blalock said. chances for socialization sities. While this is not bad, man’s CTE programs or amongst educators and pro- it’s definitely not for every- joining the committee, con- Holly Brook church welcomes widows and widowers fessionals in the career field. one, nor should it be,” Cal- tact Callahan at callahans@ Holly Brook Baptist Center will start at 5 p.m. are welcome. “On our end, it is a chance lahan said. “We shouldn’t quitmanisd.net. Church, Hawkins, will host The meal will be potluck, Call the church office for a fellowship dinner May 31 and those attending are more information, 903-769- for widows and widowers. asked to bring food to share. 2091. The church is at 3219 S. The event in the Family Life All widows and widowers FM 2869, Hawkins. GOT NEWS? 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Deputies were dispatched to Deputies were dispatched to stop on CR 1801 near Yantis at Broad Street reported a man ed to the residence and knew the May 14 CR 2320 near Mineola at 6:22 FM 14 near Hawkins at 3:52 3:18 p.m. Kaylen Foster, 26, of sitting outside their business man and knew he was confused. 9:56 a.m. A suspicious person a.m. in reference to a possible p.m. in reference to theft. Some- Tyler was arrested for allegedly talking to everyone that walked Officers took the man home. was reported walking around assault. Parties were separated one stole several items from the being in possession of a con- by. An officer checked on the May 12 looking into vehicles around East for the day. reporting party’s property. This trolled substance. man and issued him a voucher 12:09 a.m. An off-duty Grand Broad Street. When officers ar- Deputies spoke with the re- case has been forwarded to in- Deputies were dispatched to for Ministerial Alliance for a place Saline officer reported a reck- rived, they attempted to help the porting party at 4:47 p.m. in ref- vestigators. CR 1787 near Yantis at 4:40 to stay, but he refused the ser- less driver on West Broad who man jump his vehicle because he erence to criminal trespass on Deputies spoke with a report- p.m. in reference to an inquest. vices. turned on North Pacific Street thought he had a dead battery. CR 1858 near Yantis. Deputies ing party at 7:43 p.m. in refer- A male, 78, was found deceased 2:04 p.m. An officer checked and the driver was driving errati- As the officers were attempting gave the reporting party advice ence to theft on CR 1912 near in his residence. The Justice of on a student who had written an cally. Officers made a traffic stop to help the man jump his vehicle, and cleared the incident. Yantis. Someone stole the re- the Peace was notified and no essay in reference to physical and found the driver to be an el- he handed an officer a baggy of Deputies spoke with the re- porting party’s checkbook and autopsy was ordered. abuse. A CPS report was filed derly individual not familiar with marijuana from his fanny pack, porting party at 5:37 p.m. in ref- has been cashing checks with- May 14 and the incident was investigat- the area. No signs of intoxication and he asked the officer to do erence to a scam on HWY 80 out authorization. This case has Deputies responded to a sus- ed. The information was found were detected. something with it. Robert Bennet near Mineola. Deputies gave been forwarded to investigators. picious person on HWY 80 near to be partially old and had al- 12:52 a.m. A resident reported Mullen, 50, of Mineola, was ar- the reporting party advice and May 11 Mineola at 12:18 a.m. Glen Hol- ready been investigated and the a large group of young people rested for alleged possession of cleared the incident. Deputies were dispatched to lis, 70, of Athens, was arrested adult student did not wish to file standing around a vehicle and marijuana under 2 ounces. The May 9 FM 17 near Alba at 5:26 p.m. in for outstanding warrants. charges on the recent informa- some were running down the vehicle would not start. Deputies spoke with the re- reference to a dispute. Parties Deputies were dispatched tion. street at Geneva and Pat Street. 10:32 a.m. Fraud was reported porting party at 5:43 p.m. in were separated for the night. to HWY 37 near Winnsboro at 3:16 p.m. A citizen reported a Officers responded and located when a citizen reported some- reference to suspicious circum- Deputies were dispatched to 3:06 a.m., in reference to a fire. man on East Broad dancing in the juveniles. Parents were no- one was using their Social Secu- stances on CR 2930 near Alba. CR 1700 near Yantis at 7:40 Winnsboro Fire Department ex- the street, and then he reported- tified of the whereabouts of their rity number to obtain a Pay Pal Deputies advised the reporting p.m. in reference to a distur- tinguished the fire and cleared ly walked into a business. It was children and the juveniles were account. party that extra patrol would be bance. Deputies spoke with all the incident. determined to be the same busi- issued a warning for a curfew vi- 11:53 a.m. A resident on North provided. parties and they were separated Deputies spoke with the re- ness that had called earlier. An olation. Line Street reported some- May 10 for the night. porting party at 3:07 p.m. in ref- officer determined this to be the 11:03 a.m. A resident report- one stole two checks from his Deputies spoke with a report- Deputies were dispatched erence to a scam on Holly View same man from earlier calls. He ed a disturbance when a man wife’s checkbook and wrote out ing party at 9:36 a.m. in refer- to PR 8692 near Winnsboro at near Hawkins. Deputies gave had not committed any crime. known to him knocked on his two checks for large amounts. ence to a possible theft on CR 10:32 p.m. in reference to a wel- the reporting party advice and The man was transported by an door with a stick in his hand. The bank notified him when the 1515 near Alba. Deputies ad- fare check. Deputies located the cleared the incident. officer to his residence in Smith When the resident told him to checks came through. vised the reporting party that ex- individual and EMS provided a Deputies spoke with the re- County. leave he shook the stick at him. 4:29 p.m. Sonic reported that tra patrol would be provided. transport to the hospital. porting party at 5:37 p.m. in ref- May 10 An officer responded to the a female ordered food and at- Deputies spoke with the re- May 12 erence to a scam on CR 2774 12:50 p.m. Criminal mischief residence and spoke with the tempted to pay for it with a coun- porting party at 11:11 a.m. in ref- Deputies were dispatched to near Mineola. Deputies gave was reported by a business on complainant. The officer deter- terfeit $100 bill. When the car- erence to theft on CR 1900 near HWY 37 near Mineola at 11:08 the reporting party advice and West Broad Street. A window mined that no offense occurred. hop went inside to check the bill, Yantis. Deputies advised the a.m. in reference to a burglary. cleared the incident. was broken. A roommate has given the man the suspect left. reporting party that extra patrol Someone broke into the report- Deputies were dispatched to 7:40 p.m. Jered Nicholas Tay- permission to be on the property. 8:14 p.m. A caller witnessed would be provided. ing party’s store and stole sev- HWY 37 near Quitman at 7:40 lor, 26, of Alba, was arrested 5:05 p.m. A disturbance was a driver pull up to the intersec- Deputies spoke with the re- eral items. This case has been p.m. in reference to an inquest. for a Class C local warrant af- reported on Brenda Lane when tion of Sycamore and CR 2200 porting party at 11:51 a.m. in forwarded to investigators. A male, 49, was found deceased ter being seen by an officer at a woman reported she was hit and dump a five-gallon buck- reference to a scam on CR 2210 Deputies went out on an ar- in his residence. The Justice of Walmart. by her grandmother while she et of liquid into the creek. An near Mineola. Deputies gave rest/warrant service to CR 1336 the Peace was notified and no 8:34 p.m. A juvenile report- was holding her 1-year-old child. officer responded to the area the reporting party advice and near Quitman at 6:20 p.m. Depu- autopsy was ordered. ed he had been abused by his An officer responded to the resi- and attempted to find what was cleared the incident. ties searched the area, but were Deputies were dispatched mother when she spanked him. dence and spoke with the parties dumped but was unable to find Deputies spoke with the re- unable to make contact with the to Main Street in Yantis at 8:54 An officer responded to the res- involved. An officer took a family anything. porting party at 12:23 p.m. in individual. p.m. in reference to theft. Some- idence on Buchanan Street and violence report and got approv- May 15 reference to a scam on CR 3598 Deputies went out on an ar- one known to the reporting per- spoke with the boy and his moth- al from Ministerial Alliance for a 3:05 p.m. Britney Michelle near Winnsboro. Deputies gave rest/warrant service to Sanders son stole the reporting party’s er. The boy was fine when the motel stay for the granddaugh- Daniel, 21, of Mineola, was the reporting party advice and Street in Big Sandy at 9:14 p.m. vaporizer. This case has been officer checked his welfare. His ter. arrested at her residence on cleared the incident. Isaac Davenport, 22, of Big San- forwarded to investigators. mother said she spanked him for 10:16 p.m. Wood County S.O. Newsom Street for a Van Zandt Deputies were dispatched to dy, was arrested for an outstand- Between the dates of May 8 disciplinary reasons and he got reported a subject at the Civic County warrant alleging assault CR 4575 near Winnsboro at ing warrant. and May 14, Wood County Sher- mad and called 911. Center needing medical atten- bodily injury FV bond forfeiture. 12:42 p.m. in reference to a wel- May 13 iff’s deputies responded to multi- 9:04 p.m. A citizen reported tion. EMS was contacted and 9:43 p.m. Officers assisted fare check. Deputies searched Deputies spoke with a report- ple agency assists that included smelling marijuana burning in the man was transported to UT a resident on CR 2820 when a the area, but were unable to lo- ing party at 1:28 p.m. in refer- the following: Mineola Police De- the area of Francis and Carolyn Health. man was knocking on his front cate the individual. ence to terroristic threat on CR partment, Emergency Medical Street. Officer patrolled the area May 13 door. The man was known to the Deputies were dispatched to 3992 near Winnsboro. Deputies Services, Child Protective Ser- on foot and did not smell mari- 8:24 a.m. A building burglary officers and was transported to CR 3120 near Quitman at 3:52 gave the reporting party advice vices and Hunt County Sheriff’s juana. However, they did find was reported at Mineola Car his residence and turned over p.m. in reference to an assault. and cleared the incident. Office. someone burning a small fire in Rentals on East Broad Street. to a family member. A trespass an enclosed area. Later in the morning it was deter- warning was issued. 9:32 p.m. Walmart reported a mined that a vehicle and a laptop 11:37 p.m. A disturbance was Lake Fork drowning victim fell out of boat theft of a kayak on May 4. were stolen. On the afternoon reported at a residence on Wig- The man who drowned into the water. He was not forced to let go, according May 11 of May 14, Wood County S.O. ley Street. The resident reported 4:02 p.m. A man reported that found the vehicle abandoned in her husband was intoxicated in Lake Fork near the Hwy. wearing a personal flotation to the report. The friend he had his medication stolen Hawkins and partially stripped. and yelling and screaming. The 154 boat ramp on May 6 has device, according to the returned to the boat and while on the train. The man was On the afternoon of May 15, a incident was all verbal. The of- been identified as Donald report. Cranford’s friend called 911. referred to Texarkana Police De- suspect was located and iden- ficers arranged for the wife and Lee Cranford, 72, of Quit- threw a floatation device Cranford’s body was lo- partment. tified. Richard Wayne Walters, daughter to stay at a local motel man. toward him, but the wind cated in 16 feet of water 10:46 p.m. A resident on West 44, of Kilgore he was booked at with the assistance of Ministerial A Texas Parks and Wildlife blew it out of Cranford’s and recovered by a volun- Broad Street reported a male the police department on May Alliance. water fatality report, which reach, according to the re- teer fire department dive knocking on his door. When he 16 after a warrant was issued was obtained through an port. team. According to the re- open records request, not- The friend then swam to port, water conditions were Mineola man indicted ed that Cranford was fish- Cranford with a flotation choppy, wind was light and ing with a friend when he device, but he could not the weather was clear. on child porn charge fell off the boat backward hold the victim up and was This Week in Your Neighborhood Johnny Roy Johnson, 77, that on May 29, 2018, John- of Mineola remained free son knowingly possessed Mineola High School will conduct com- 564, Suite 400 in Mineola. Attendees can on $60,000 bond this week visual material that depict- mencement beginning at 8 p.m. Friday, win prizes, dental exams, teeth cleanings after a Wood County grand ed a prepubescent female May 24, at Meredith Memorial Stadium. and more. jury indicted him on April engaging in sexual conduct Yantis High School will conduct com- The Mineola Farmers Market will open 24 on a charge of possess- with a male. No hearings or mencement at 6 p.m. Saturday at the high from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday at the pa- ing child pornography, a court dates were scheduled school gym. vilion on Front Street. third-degree felony. as of Tuesday. Mineola Dental will have a ribbon-cutting Memorial Day services are planned for The indictment alleges JOHNSON and a kick start to summer celebration from 11:30 a.m. until noon at the grounds of the 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at 344 NW Loop Wood County Courthouse. Mineola Fire Report Grass fire: May 15, 1:21 p.m., 130 CR 2234, Mineola; May 13, NW Loop 564 and N. Pacific St., 1483 CR 2320, Mineola. 9:49 a.m., 662 Inwood St., Min- Mineola. Medical assistance: May 9, eola; May 14, 10:34 p.m., 220 Dispatched & canceled en 8:12 p.m., 420 CR 2311, Mine- Minwood. route: May 11, 10:01 a.m., FM ola; May 9, 9:41 a.m., 919 CR Motor vehicle accident with 1253, Mineola; May 14, 7:51 2320, Mineola; May 10, 10:34 injuries: May 14, 11:35 p.m., E. a.m., 267 Sue Lane, Mineola; U.S. Hwy 80, Mineola. p.m., 371 CR 2311, Mineola; May 10, 3:13 p.m., 415 E. Blair Motor vehicle accident with May 15, 5:47 p.m. N. Pacific St., St., Mineola; May 11, 11:42 a.m., no injuries: May 9, 2:54 p.m., Mineola.

Mineola Rotary Club with Mineola High School seniors, city organization leaders and staff planted 20 live oak trees in the Iron Horse Square area Monday. The shade from these trees will provide for generations of park and mini train riders. (Courtesy photos) Coleman Bail Bond

CDA hosts cookout for law enforcement officers (Directly across the street from Wood County Jail) Wood County Criminal District Attorney Angela Albers hosted a Law Enforcement Appreciation Cookout on May 14 for all Wood County law enforcement officers at the Quitman Civic Center. The cookout was in appreciation for the tireless work that various law enforcement agencies and officers do in Wood County. “Law enforcement officers have dedicat- 407 S. Stephen • Quitman, Texas 75763 ed their lives to the honorable task of protecting the citizens of Wood County.” Albers said. “These officers are the first line of protection for our citizens, and they risk their lives every day in fulfilling the duty they have undertaken. They deserve our deepest gratitude.” (Courtesy photo) Yantis Fire Department fundraiser June 8 903.763.4844 A fundraiser will be held and City Park. to the Yantis Volunteer Fire to benefit the Yantis Volun- Enjoy fried hot dogs and Department. 24 Hour Service teer Fire Department from curly fries, live entertain- The event is sponsored by 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 8 at ment and giveaways on the the Williams Creek Crappie Yantis Community Center hour. All proceeds will go Club. Credit Terms Available 6A Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 23, 2019 Obituaries JAMES ADAIR all of her life and loved her family. She also loved flowers, Curbow Miller. He married Shirley Jean Sowders on Oct. 1946-2019 the outdoors and to garden. 1, 2001, in Hamburg, Ark. They lived in the Alba area since A memorial service for James Adair, Survivors include her husband of 40 years, Jimmy 2011 after moving from Monroe, La. Randy was an over- 72, of Mineola was Thursday, May 16 Thompson of Alba; daughter, Molly Newland of Alba; and the-road truck driver. at St. Peters Catholic Church in Mineola three grandchildren. He is survived by wife, Shirley Miller of Alba; father, with Father Lawrence Love officiating. She was preceded in death by her parents. Frank Miller of Arkansas; sons, Andrew Miller of Lake Mr. Adair died Saturday, May 11, Charles, La., Jonathan Miller of Monroe, La., Andrew 2019, in Quitman. CALVIN GUNTER (Drew) Miller of Monroe, La., and Edward Miller of West He was born Aug. 9, 1946, in Marietta 1938-2019 Monroe, La.; daughters, Kimberly of West Monroe, La. and to the late George and Virginia Adair. Services for Calvin Gunter, 80, were Tootsie Uehling of Alba; brothers, Roger Miller of Arkan- James served in the U.S. Army during Saturday, May 18 at Southside Church sas, Richard De la Garza of Alaska, J.J. Salas and of Mon- the Vietnam War. He worked as an engi- of Christ in Mineola. roe, La., and Michael Miller of Arkansas; sisters, Linda Car- neer tech and as a surveyor. He was also member of Saint Mr. Gunter died May 11, 2019. rell of Huntsville, Sarah Furrer of Georgetown, and Dana Peters Catholic Church. Mr. Gunter was born Aug. 28, 1938, in Miller of Arkansas; more than 18 nieces and nephews; 12 He is survived by his wife, Catherine Adair of Mineo- Quitman to the late Benny and Willie grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. la; sons, James Luke Yi Adair of Lubbock, George James Opal Gunter. At an early age, the family He was preceded in death by his mother, Edith Salas. Cortes Adair of Mineola and Carl Emanuel Cortes Adair moved to Mineola and settled on Krause of Mineola; daughters, Virginia Young Cha Adair of Lub- Street. He attended elementary through PAULA K. BAILEY bock, Elsie Catherine Cortes Adair of Mineola, Carie Lou- high school at Addie E. McFarland. 1942-2019 ise Cortes Adair of Mineola and Mary Helen Cortes Adair He was employed at Benham & Company until he retired Funeral services for Mrs. Paula Kath- of Mineola; sister, Ginger Lou Fulton of Georgia; seven in 1996. leen Bailey, 77, of Quitman were Sat- grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He dedicated his life to Christ at an early age at St. Paul urday, May 18 at Forest Hill Baptist Missionary Baptist Church. He later joined Southside Church with Brothers Fred Morrow and RONALD DALE BUSBEE Church of Christ in 1972. Being active in the church was Don Vaughn officiating. Burial was at 1949-2019 the highlight of his life. There was never a time Brother Clover Hill Cemetery in Wood County. Funeral services for Ronald Dale Bus- Gunter would not hesitate to transport church members Mrs. Bailey died May 14, 2019, in Ty- bee, age 69 of Quitman were Friday, back and forth to Southside Church of Christ. Brother Cal- ler. May 17 at Lowe Funeral Home with vin served the Lord well, and he will be greatly missed. He Mrs. Bailey was born Feb. 13, 1942 in burial following in the Quitman Ceme- was a good neighbor, and many counted him as a friend. Urania, La., to Leon and Frances Britton tery. He served faithfully as a Sunday school teacher, a leading Lee. She moved to East Texas in 1945 and lived most of her Mr. Busby died on May 13, 2019, in brother, and a trustee. He would visit the sick and shut-ins, life in Wood County. She was a homemaker and a member Tyler. and willingly served in whatever capacity he was needed. of Forest Hill Baptist Church. He was born on June 2, 1949, in Alba to Everyone knew him as a kind and caring person. He would Paula was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Alvin Lee and Dorothy Frances (McK- share his wisdom with the young as well as the old. He Mary Lee Johnston. enzie) Busbee. A lifetime area resident, was grounded in God’s word and could quote a scripture Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 60 years, Mr. Busbee was always known for being a hard worker for any occasion. Those who knew him well would tell you Doyle Ray Bailey, Quitman; sons, David Bailey of Mineo- and always doing an excellent job on any dirt work or gen- that Brother Calvin enjoyed football and playing domi- la and Jeff Bailey of Mount Pleasant; brothers Johnny Lee eral construction needs. noes. A great big smile would cross his face whenever he of Carthage and Joe Lee of Quitman; eight grandchildren; Surviving family includes son Bradford Busbee of Quit- got an opportunity to beat his three siblings, Elvin, Robert eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephew, man; daughter Angie Perez of Allen, Texas; son Joe Busbee and James, at dominoes. cousins and extended family. of El Paso, Texas; the mother of his three children to whom He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sisters, Memorials may be made to Forest Hill Baptist Church he was married for 44 years, Brenda Busbee; along with Beatrice Gunter and Marie Perry. (Texas Baptist Home) 1880 Hwy. 37 North, Quitman, TX five grandchildren. Survivors include his brothers, James of Garland, Elvin 75783. of Mineola, and Robert of Fort Worth; and a host of nieces, BRENDA SUE SHULTZ THOMPSON nephews, cousins, and friends. LORENZO THOMPSON JR. 1946-2019 1950-2019 ALBA – Memorial services for Bren- RANDY ANDREW MILLER Lorenzo Thompson Jr. was born June 15, 1950 to parents da Sue Shultz Thompson, 72, of Alba, 1957-2019 Lorenzo Thompson Sr. and Alberta Thompson. will be held at a later date by the fam- Funeral services for Randy Andrew He passed from this life on April 15, 2019. Lorenzo was a ily. Cremation arrangements are under Miller, 62, of Alba, were Saturday, May graduate of Mineola High School and retired from Morton the direction of Wilson-Bartley Funeral 18 with Pastor Otis Lee officiating. Buri- Salt in Grand Saline. Home, Alba. al was at Golden Cemetery under the He leaves to mourn a son, Lorenzo Thompson lll; daugh- Mrs. Thompson passed away Mon- direction of Wilson-Bartley Funeral ters, Catina and Erica; grandchildren, Brandon and Ariel; day, May 13, 2019, in Quitman. Home. brothers, Gary (Theresa) and Chris (Charolette); sisters, Brenda was born Wednesday, Dec. Mr. Miller passed away May 16, 2019, Carline and Debra; sister in law, Tiola; and a host of others 18, 1946, in Greenville, to the late John in Tyler. including nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. K. and May Lou Allen Shultz. She married Jimmy Lynn He was born Jan. 25, 1957, in San An- He was known as honest, hardworking, devoted, fun lov- Thompson on Oct. 20, 1978, in Quitman. She lived in Alba tonio to Frank Aaron and Edith Madean ing and joyful. Hubbard Chapel Baptist sets homecoming New Hope Cemetery, Youth ministry to host luncheon Hubbard Chapel Baptist The church will host the Church will conduct its an- Concord Cemetery Associ- nual homecoming service ation meeting after lunch School meetings set May 26 at Holly Brook church on Sunday, June 2. about 1 p.m. The New Hope School Chapel United Methodist In observance of the Me- items. All proceeds will be The homecoming service Whether or not you have Association will meet Sat- Church. morial Day holiday, the used for summer camp. will be during the regular ties to the church or the as- urday, June 1 at 11 a.m. at Participants should bring youth ministry of Hol- There will be no evening 11 a.m. worship. sociation, you are welcome the Smith Chapel United a lunch to share at noon ly Brook Baptist Church, service or activities on May All who attend are wel- to attend these services and Methodist Church fellow- each day. Hawkins, will host a ham- 26 in observance of the Me- come to stay for lunch in the the lunch fellowship. ship hall at 680 FM 1804, Contributions to support burger and hot dog lun- morial Day holiday. Church fellowship hall afterward. Mineola. the school association or the cheon immediately after the offices and the Family Life The New Hope Cemetery cemetery maintenance or morning service on May 26. Center will be closed on Mineola Masonic Lodge No. 502, A.F.&A.M. Association will meet at 11 permanent care funds may The meal is free but dona- May 27 for the holiday. 1772 W FM 564, Mineola, TX • 903.569.2608 a.m. Sunday, June 2 under be made at the meeting, to tions for summer camp will Call the church office for the pavilion at the New mail cemetery contributions Std Meeting - 2nd Thurs. 7:30 pm • Meal 6:30 pm be accepted. There will also more information: 903-769 Hope Cemetery. to Jim Quevreaux, Treasur- be a silent auction of a few 2091. “Masons take full responsibility for the condition In the event of rain meet- er, 2112 FM 2422, Mineola of their character and strive for its perfection.” ing will move to the Smith TX 75773. Victoria Miller named to Dean’s List Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church for spring at Belmont University Watkins Insurance Victoria Miller of Mineola qualified for the spring 2019 GROUPG qualified for the spring 2019 Dean’s List. Ranked No. 6 Homecoming & P.O. Box 1188 • Mineola, TX 75773 (Across From Wal-Mart) Dean’s List at Belmont Uni- in the Regional Universities versity. South category and consis- cemetery meeting Nic Watkins Eligibility is based on a tently named as a “Most th a.m. Sunday May 26 at 10:30 Licensed Agent minimum course load of 12 Innovative” university by hours and a quality grade U.S. News & World Report, Speaker Special Music Ph. (903) 569-5115 point average of 3.5 with no Belmont University is home Byron Dobbs The Hootens Fax (903) 569-5110 grade below a C. to more than 8,300 students [email protected] Approximately 32 percent who come from every state Texas (800) 460-5510 www.watkinsinsurancegroup.com from Waskom of Belmont’s 8,318 students and more than 36 countries. Wood County SERVICE DIRECTORY

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Call Brandi Box today at 903 763-4522! Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 23, 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 Pastor Tony Rosas CHURCH OF CHRIST Quitman, Texas George Filpansick Church of Christ CATHOLIC 111 Winnsboro, Quitman METHODIST St. Peter the Apostle 903-763-5544 Hughes Appliance Paddy’s Autoworks Alba United Methodist Catholic Church Del Ussery 170 E Holley St, Alba 203 Meadowbrook, Mineola Auto Repair Professionals 903-473-2411 903- 569–3665 Church of God in Christ & Air Conditioning Rev. Beverly Tune Pastor Lawrence Love Mt. Calvary Church of God in Christ 3841 E. Hwy. 154 • 903-967-3799 209 Bookman St., Quitman TX 1305 W. Broad - Mineola NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH (903)780-097 Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Amazing Grace Fellowship Church First Christian Church Pastor Bobby H. Jones 903-569-5440 or 903-569-6903 7405 US Hwy 69 E, Alba Disciples of Christ Pastor Byron George 209 North Pacific, Mineola JEWISH Open Door Church 903-569-2537 Bethel Temple Fellowship DISCOUNT BUILDING 633 CR1560, Alba Pastor Rick Son 680 CR 2150, Quitman, Texas (903) 765-3587 (940) 206-5830 MATERIALS B.D. Bohannoi CHURCH OF CHRIST Rabbi Linda Gutierrez Broad St. Church of Christ 602 E. Goode • 903-763-2931 Golden 440 West Broad, Mineola LATTER-DAY SAINTS BUILDING MATERIALS - FLOORING SHINGLES - SHEET METAL Chad Lewis 903-763-5445 ASSEMBLY OF GOD 903-569-2046 Church of Jesus Christ of Cottonwood Assembly of God Golden Church of Christ Latter-day Saints DOORS CABINETS - WINDOWS 305 E. Goode St., Quitman 8481 FM 779, Golden Golden 1128 E Goode St, Quitman Open Monday-Saturday 8 a m to 5 p m (903) 765-2675 903-768-2712 (903) 967-3533 Pastor: Otis Lee North Loop Church of Christ Bishop Dean Brown For all your insurance needs 326 W FM 564, Mineola Dairy Queen BAPTIST 903-569-3117 METHODIST Golden First Baptist Church Clark Dugger Brock’s Chapel Methodist Dunahoe Insurance of Mineola County Road 2940, Golden Jamestown Church of Christ 207 Clark Street, Quitman 903 768-2258 22022 FM1253, Mineola 903-763-4062 Pastor Robert Mounce (903) 569-0516 Linda McCullough Agency 903·569·5454 Pilgrim Rest #2 Baptist Church Mineola Church of Christ First United Methodist 205 County Road 2376, Golden 1621 N. Pacific, Mineola 406 E Lane St, Quitman 617 N. Broad • 903-569-6137 903-768-2653 903- 569-5571 (903) 763-4127 Pastor Craig Kearby Southside Church of Christ Rev. Keefe Cropper 527 Read St., Mineola Liberty Methodist Kenneth L. Williams CPA BIBLE INDEPENDENT 903- 569-6812 E. Goode St./Hwy. 154, Quitman Autumn Wind Assisted Golden Bible Church Malcolm Duncan (903) 967-7691 308 N. Main • Quitman CR 2290, Golden Rev. Keefe Cropper (903) 768-2700 EPISCOPAL Living of Winnsboro 903-763-4366 St. Dunstan’s Episcopal NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHURCH OF CHRIST 800 N. Johnson, Mineola Church on the Rock We support our local community Golden Church of Christ 903- 569-2478 302 S Main St, Quitman 903-342-3388 FM Rd. 779, Golden The Rev. Thomas A. Pantle (903) 763-4588 903-768-2712 David Jackson James Stringer JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Country Fellowship Jehovah’s Witnesses of Wood County METHODIST Hwy. 69 South, Mineola 709 Oakwood Dr • Quitman Golden United Methodist 903-569-6370 Andrew McQueen 658 FM 1799, Golden Living Water Fellowship Family owned business for more than 60 continuous years 903-768-2268 METHODIST/ CHRISTIAN 2574 FM2088, Quitman 1238 N Pacific St • Mineola, TX Pastor Jim Pickens EPISCOPAL (903) 967-2000 East Chapel CME Church David Hartley 903 569-5432 723 South Pacific, Mineola Wood County Cowboy Church MINEOLA • 903-569-5437 www.mineolaandcantoneyecare.com Hawkins 903-569-3624 3435 FM 2088, Quitman Packagers of Dried Beans, ASSEMBLY OF GOD Pastor - Leonard Spurling 903-535-9155 First Assembly of God Chase Pope Peas, Rice, Popcorn, 102 Hams St., Hawkins METHODIST Household Aluminum 903-769-3835 1st United Methodist Church PENTECOSTAL UNITED Pastor Don Majors 612 N Newsom St, Mineola Victory Fellowship Foil & Plastic Wrap 569-5426 United Pentecostal Church BAPTIST Rev. Paul Thomasson 1600 N. State Hwy. 37, Quitman 322 Freeman Liberty Baptist Smith Chapel Methodist (903) 967-2628 288 CR 3650, Hawkins 670 FM 1804, Mineola Pastor Keith Clark 903-569-2636 903-769-2250 903-569-9187 903-763-4711 • www.coventryfinancialtexas.com Pastor Bob Sexton Pastor Jim Pickens Sulphur Springs Johnson Chapel Methodist LUTHERAN LUTHERAN 224 Elliott, Mineola Our Savior Lutheran Keepit Mini Storage Trinity Lutheran Church 903-569-9536 1000 Texas St, Sulphur Springs Kelly Drug 3718 FM 2869 • Hawkins Pastor Clara Gilbert (903) 885-5787 Hwy. 69N (Next to KMOO) 903-769-4065 Timothy Eden Corner of Hwy. 69 & 80 | 569-3882 Kyle Kirk NAZARENE 903-569-0400 Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. | Sat. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. First Church of the Nazarene Winnsboro Keypad Entry - 5’x10’ to 10’x30’ • Locally Owned PENTECOSTAL 503 N. Line, Mineola BAPTIST Climate Control Units Available FREE DELIVERY Pine Mills Pentecostal Church 903-569-3057 Cartwright Baptist Hwy. 14, Hawkins Rev. Randy Larpenteur. 267 CR 4896, Winnsboro lOXlO & 10X20 903-857-2527 903-967-2818 Pastor M.D. Thornhill NON-DENOMINATIONAL Pastor: Bro. Cody Mize Boddie Roofing Bethel Worship Center Crossroads Baptist Holly Lake 2973 St. Hwy 80 E., Mineola 1314 CR 4870, Winnsboro SUPPORT OUR AREA Composition - Torchdown - Metal CATHOLIC 903-569-8708 Pastor Terry Bolton Holy Spirit Catholic Church Rev. Kenneth Teo East Point Baptist Residential • Free Estimates 1612 S. 2869, Holly Lake Church of the Lakes 5029 FM 2088, Winnsboro CHURCHES WITH AN AD Rev. Michael T. Snyder at Enchanted Lakes Bro. James Scott 903-769-3235 22410 County Rd 455, Mineola Perryville Baptist Church 903-850-4642 (903) 569-5101 9429 E. FM 851, Winnsboro Mineola Holy Ghost Central Church 903-725-7729 IN THIS LOCATION ASSEMBLY OF GOD Hwy. 69-10 N of Mineola Little Hope Baptist Church First Assembly of God 903-768-2262 CR 3990 and CR 3984, Winnsboro WOOD COUNTY 1917 N US Hwy 69 Pastor Rick Childers 430-502-5855 (903) 569-9882 Mineola Christian Fellowship Pastor James Young Jr. ASPHALT Pastor Jerry Williams 2207 W US Hwy 80, Mineola Sharon Baptist Iglesia Primera (903) 569-8884 176 CR 4890, Winnsboro 2124 County Road 2670 Asamblea de Dios Safe Harbor Prophetic Ministries 903-629-7202 511 N. Second, Mineola 5411 Hwy 37, Mineola Perry Shirley 903-569-5537 569-8388 903.569.1833 Pastors: Andy & Irene Madding CATHOLIC BAPTIST Spur on Ministries St. Ann’s Catholic Calvary Baptist Church 2670 S. State Hwy 37, Mineola 1010 W. FM 515, Winnsboro 779 FM 49, Mineola 863-697-0469 903-629-7889 Blessed are the meek, for (903) 768-2313 Pastor Mike Fletcher Mani Mathai DOW AUTOPLEX Pastor Donald Masters Full Service GM Dealer Central Baptist Church PENTECOSTAL UNITED CHRISTIAN they will inherit the land. 602 N Line St, Mineola New Life Pentecostal Central Christian Church Sales Mon.-Fri. 8 - 6 Sat. 9 - 5 (903) 569-3203 201 W F M Rd 564, Mineola 110 Sage St., Winnsboro 1313 Hwy. 69 S - Mineola First Baptist Church 903-569-5750 903-342-5883 Matthew 5:5 204 N Johnson St, Mineola Pastor David Bethel F. Kevin Hollowell 903-569-2621 (903) 569-3873 Phillip Casper SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST METHODIST Freedom Baptist Church Seventh Day Adventist Perryville Methodist Church Compliments of BAILEY’S ACE 155 CR 2201, Mineola 1904 Old Tyler Hwy., Mineola FM 852, Perryville 903-638-8555 903-569-6930 8 Miles SE of Winnsboro HARDWARE Pastor Al Dusek Pastor Richard Rose 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 23, 2019

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Monitor classified ads City of Mineola is accepting proposals for RFP 10-19 TPA Merchandise for Sale Rentals Administration, Specific and Aggregate Stop Loss Re- Employment For Grounds Keeper Insurance, Fully Insured and Level Funded Medical options. Garage Sales Business Property Mineola ISD is looking for an individual to help Specifications may be obtained from Brinson Benefits. keep up the grounds, trimming and mowing. It is a Proposals will be accepted until 10 A.M. local time, June 5, Grand Saline, 1402 N. Oak St., Office space for rent. Under new 2019, at 4851 LBJ Freeway, Suite 900 Dallas, Texas 75244, at Thurs.-Sat., May 23-25, 8a.m.-4p.m. management. $300.00 monthly. 903- full time position with benefits. Huge four family yard sale: 1000s of 245-4326. which time they will be publicly opened. All proposals received items, too many to list. Tools, furniture, For additional information, contact will be presented to the Insurance Committee, at which time the knickknacks and household items, Mobile Homes Rickey Browning at 903-369-6513. City reserves the right to accept, negotiate, amend, accept and/ priced to sell. or reject any or all bids. Quitman, 109 Meadowbrook Ln., Mobile homes for rent 3 bedroom 2 Thurs.-Sat., May 23-25, 7a.m.-5p.m., bath single wide, 2 bedroom 1-1/2 870-820-8660. Odds and ends and bath single wide. No pets allowed. PUBLIC NOTICE furniture. 903-850-3570. Notice is hereby given that a public hearing has been set for Country Trails Quitman, 1489 CR 3220, Sat.-Sun., Rental Services May 25-26, 8a.m.-5p.m. Moving Sale. revision on the plat of Holly Lake Ranch Subdivision. Wellness & Rehabilitation Let us take the worries out of manag- The revision includes lots 150, 151 and 152, Section 4, within ing your rental property. M&M Proper- Holly Lake Ranch Subdivision. ty Management, 903-569-9881. *–Offering FREE CNA Classes–* The public hearing is set for Friday, June 14, 2019, at 10:00 With New F/T CNA’s & F/T LVN Providing love and attention, one resident at a time... A.M. in the Commissioners Courtroom. All persons interested Shift P/T Beautician Certified Activities Director in revision to this plat may appear at the public hearing with Differentials opposition should they so desire. Certification required through Contact Candy Janes HR the State of TX /s/ Lucy Hebron Senior Living Properties is seeking leaders that Wood County Judge Clark Spencer Adm. will enrich the lives of our residents, families and employees through extraordinary experiences… because everyone deserves a great life! 903-962-7595 We offer multiple shifts and a wide array of 1638 VZCR 1803•Grand Saline, TX 75140 benefits, paid time off and paid holidays! Notice of Bid Acceptance EEOC/M/F/D/V For more information, please contact: City of Mineola Lindale Healthcare Center 215 Margaret St., Lindale, TX 75771 The City of Mineola will receive and accept bid proposals e: [email protected] for Preparation, priming and painting of the Gazebo in Now taking applications for Respond In Person Downtown Mineola. Proposals will be accepted until 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 31st. Proposals should be delivered to Mineola Seniors II the Main Street Director at P.O. Box 179, Mineola, Texas or Low Rents w/No Income Limit Restrictions

Equal Opportunity Employer Disability/Veteran hand delivered to the same office located at 300 Greenville Must meet our Resident Selection Criteria DrugFree Workplace Ave., Mineola, Texas. All proposals shall be clearly marked as 1136 N. Newsome ~ Mineola, Texas proposal for Preparation, priming and painting of the Gazebo If you are a single person or a family, with at least one in Downtown Mineola. Bid specifications may be obtained NOTICE TO CREDITORS household member 55 years or older, call or email to from the office of the Main Street Director as indicated above see if you qualify for one of our energy efficient Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for or call (903)569-6183. 1 bedroom units leasing for $440. the Estate of Michael Gene Zachary, Deceased, were issued on Doris Newman, Main Street Director These are all electric units & WE pay your water, trash and sewer!!! April 8th, 2019 in Cause No. 13,458 in the County Court of • Single story, barrier free design. Wood County, Texas, to Janet Nelson Zachary. • Some units designed for handicap accessibility • Private patio and storage The residence of the Independent Executor Janet Nelson INVITATION TO BIDDERS • Range & Refrigerator furnished Zachary is Wood County, Texas. • Washer & Dryer connections Sealed bids will be received by Ramey Water Supply • Community room for activities This post office address is: Janet Nelson Zachary Corporation for the construction of the Glen Thurman • Pets allowed with a deposit c/o: Bill Youngkin Development Improvments at the office of Ramey Water • We accept Section 8 HUD Vouchers/Certificates Attorney at Law Supply Corporation whose mailing address is P.O. Box 58, Set up an appointment today by calling Post Office Box 4806 Bryan, Texas 77805 Mineola, Texas 75773 and physical address 3400 Co Rd 2330, WOW!!! • COME SEE A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE! TO PLACE SEE A GREAT • COME WOW!!! 903-569-0733 Mineola, TX 75773 is until June 6, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. and then or email: [email protected] All persons having claims against this Estate which is publicly opened and read aloud. currently being administered are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. Project will include, but not limited to the following: INVITATION TO BIDDERS DATED the 16th day of May, 2019. Plans, Specifications and Bidding Documents may be obtained from the office of the Engineer: Sealed bids will be received by Ramey Water Supply By: _s/s_BILL YOUNGKIN______Corporation for the construction of Well #10 at Plant 7 at the Velvin & Weeks Consulting Engineers, Inc. BILL YOUNGKIN meeting office of Ramey Water Supply Corporation whose 930 East Corsicana Street physical address is 3400 Co Rd 2330, Mineola, TX 75773 and P.O. Box 1007 whose mailing address is P.O. Box 58 Mineola, Texas 75773 Word ads Athens, Texas 75731 until 10:15 a.m. on June 6, 2019. (903) 675-3903 Classified 3 p.m. Monday, Project will include, but not limited to the following: $12 for 15 words and for the cost of $100.00 per set (non-refundable) for a hard copy • Construction of a 125±gpm water well complete with pump deadlines, then 20-cents/word and electronic copies are at no charge. and electrical service The Ramey Water Supply Corporation reserves the right to Bid Security, Performance and Payment Bonds shall be as set prices: reject any or all bids and to waive any formalities. forth in the INSTRUCTIONS FOR BIDDERS. Call Brandi at No Bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual Plans, Specifications, and Bidding Documents may be obtained Display ads 903-763-4522 or bid opening date. from the office of the Engineer: Noon Monday, email classifieds@ Ramey Water Supply Corporation $9/column inch Velvin & Weeks Consulting Engineers, Inc. woodcountymonitor.com (Owner) 930 East Corsicana Street P.O. Box 1007 Athens, Texas 75751 Lawn Service Mowing, edging, shrub trimming, for the cost of $100.00 per set (non-refundable) for a hard copy and electronic copies are at no charge. leaf mulching & blowing, flower beds, small garden tilling, trash & brush Ramey Water Supply Corporation reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any formalities. P.O. Box 1188 Mineola, TX 75773 (Across from WAL-MART) hauled. 903-520-5779 No Bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual 903-569-5115 bid opening date. Jonathan, Rodney & Nic Watkins www.watkinsinsurancegroup.com Under $200/ MONTH Ramey Water Supply Corporation buys land at Lake Fork. (Owner) 50x100’. Perfect for site Discounts up to 40% built homes, mobiles/ 47 TXism: “heavy as RV’s. (903)878-7265. ACROSS 1 2 3 4 No. 13,451 the front end of a 1 TX Jack Valenti’s John _____” TEXAS film org. 5 IN THE ESTATE OF § IN THE PROBATE COURT 48 to hold in wonder 5 TXism: “best I ever 50 a TXn flew scout 6 § wrapped _ ___ CROSSWORD Buy lot 50x100' near plane for plane that around” (delicious) by Charley & Guy Orbison Lake Fork, RV ready, DOROTHY JONES RUSSELL, § dropped the first 7 Copyright 2019 by Orbison Bros. 6 “Great” dog Deceased § WOOD, COUNTY, TEXAS ______bomb $1500 down and 7 ____ of the 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 51 TX “Pistol Packin’ monthly payments Apostles NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS Mama” Al (init.) 8 dir. to Coleman 17 18 19 20 21 under $200 52 “My ___ Sal” AGAINST THE ESTATE OF from Abilene (903) 878-7265 22 23 9 TXism: “call __ _ DOROTHY JONES RUSSELL, DECEASED day” (quit) 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 12 scenic _____ Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary Park in New 31 32 33 34 35 OF for the Estate of Dorothy Jones Russell, were issued on April Braunfels Square Bales 17 rank of TX 36 37 38 39 40 40 41 Coastal Hay FOR SALE 29, 2019 in Cause No. 13,451, pending in the Probate Court of Chester Nimitz Wood County, Texas, to Kelvin Ross Russell, Executor. in WWII 43 44 45 46 Also, two year old bulls, 20 TX “Adopt-_- 47 48 49 50 had shots & wormed twice Claims should be sent to the office address of the Executor’s _____” program a year. attorney at 400 South Ervay Street, Dallas, Texas 75201. is to keep 51 52 53 903-520-5779 coastline clean All persons having claims against this Estate which is 22 SW of Denton 53 TX Roddenberry, 54 55 P-1429 on U.S. 377 et al. currently being administered are required to present them 56 23 TXism for 54 TX Shelley Duvall 57 within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. “meeting” was Olive ___ in 58 24 TX Howard “Popeye” 11 TX Steak and ___ Respectfully submitted, Hughes left a 55 TXism: “not _ ___ 12 TXism: “happy as a 59 big one cent” (none) kid on Santa’s ___” 39 TXism: ______MILLER & BROWN, L.L.P. 29 “Matagorda” 56 pickup punctures 13 TXism: “keeping 60 bones” (skinny) (county) means 58 flightless bird my head _____ 40 TX rancher Chuck By: /s/ Christopher Winiecki “thick ____” 59 canoe propeller ______” Norris’ “A Force __ 30 AC outlet in TX 60 Rangers 1993 14 TX fiber festival: ___” (1979) J. ROBERT MILLER, JR. houses or cars prospect Robb “Kid ‘_ ___ and 41 Possum Kingdom State Bar No. 14092500 31 TXism for “boss” Lamas Too” 26 governor from might have been 32 TXism: “__ ___ DOWN 15 TXism: “first light” 1906 - 1910 (init.) _____ by FDR [email protected] Pope Catholic?” 1 TXism: “______16 Bowie’s bed at the 27 TXism: “sticks like 42 TX great center Pepper Posse is CHRISTOPHER WINIECKI 36 flag at battle of ___-____ cow” Alamo (2 wds.) tar on _ ____” fielder Speaker State Bar No. 24107968 Gonzales in 1835: (angry) 18 TX Meredith 28 famous TX artist 44 “Mr. Sam” (init.) HIRING “____ and Take It” 2 in Victoria County ___Rae 33 George H.W. 46 “Tyler Rose” run- [email protected] 37 TXism: “____ on U.S. 87 19 TXism: “brains __ to George W. ning back (init.) ______drill” 3 TXism: “thinking _ box” (computer) 34 TX high-tech co. 49 “Cow-Cow Boogie” COOKS 400 South Ervay Street (disagree) ____ doing” 21 former Dallas D.A. 35 author of book on singer Morse •Other Positions Available• Dallas, Texas 75201-5513 43 TX 1987 Kentucky 4 Houston “World of Wade (init.) Permian football: 50 TXism: “can’t pass Derby winner Primates” residents 24 TXism: “let ‘__ rip!” _ _ Bissinger _ ___ station” Apply in Person 214-748-7600 45 TXism: “suits me 9 branding ____ 25 El Paso’s 1st 37 “Billy ___ Kid” (fuel guzzler) FAX: 214-204-9134 57 “____about is fair 2pm - 4pm Mon-Thur. to _ ____-thee 10 TX Bob Wills trade- female mayor Azar 38 TXism: “__ blazes ATTORNEYS FOR EXECUTOR well” mark phrase (4 wds.) (init.) a wide trail” (big) play” 416 Broad St, Mineola Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 23, 2019 9A MHS grad receives Rice Alumni Award Sarah Lawrence Col- in music from The Shep- proved academic facilities, lege President Cristle Col- herd School of Music’s five- a renewed focus on envi- lins Judd, Mineola High year honors program. She ronmental and coastal stud- School’s 1978 class vale- holds master’s and doctor- ies, and a new program in dictorian, received one of ate degrees in music from digital and computational five Distinguished Alumni King’s College, University studies. Upon conclusion of Awards from her alma ma- of London. A highly re- her term, Bowdoin’s Board ter Rice University on May garded scholar of music of of Trustees voted to name 11. the Renaissance, Judd has her Dean for Academic Af- The Distinguished Alum- received numerous fellow- fairs and Professor Emerita. ni Award is presented by ships and awards and regu- Prior to taking office as the Association of Rice larly speaks on her research Sarah Lawrence College’s Alumni (ARA) to graduates on campuses and at confer- 11th president in 2017, Judd “who have advanced the in- ences. served as senior program terests and standards of ex- In 1993, Judd joined the officer for Higher Educa- cellence of Rice University faculty of the Universi- tion and Scholarship in the through distinctive profes- ty of Pennsylvania, where Humanities at The Andrew sional or volunteer careers.” she rose through the facul- W. Mellon Foundation. In Quitman Junior High One Act team performs “I am deeply honored ty ranks and was the first this role, she regularly con- Members of the Quitman Junior High One Act Play cast and crew bow to the audience after their dinner theater per- to receive this recognition woman tenured in the mu- vened leaders from across formance on May 16. The students presented the play “The Wizard of Oz” to the community. from my alma mater,” Judd sic department. A respect- higher education and was says of the award. “I count ed pedagogue, she was the responsible for grants and myself fortunate to have inaugural recipient of the initiatives supporting col- benefited from a terrific ed- Dean’s Award for Innova- leges and universities, the Quitman Library Connections ucation at Rice, to have been tion in Teaching. arts, civic engagement, and BY LIBRARIAN DELENE ALLEN the recipient of generous fi- In 2006, Judd was ap- the public humanities. nancial aid that made my pointed dean for academ- Cristle Collins Judd is education possible, and to ic affairs and professor of married to Robert Judd, a The Quitman Public Library Sum- ADULT SERVICES have made friends and col- music at Bowdoin College, 1981 alumnus of Rice Uni- mer Reading 2019 begins June 5 with Rebekah Yeager and Virginia Hoff- leagues for life among my where she served for nine versity and executive direc- a kick-off party at Gov. Jim Hogg pauir invite you to free crochet and Rice classmates.” years. The first woman to be tor of the American Musico- City Park, where we will discover “A knitting instruction each Thursday 2 A 1983 Rice graduate, appointed dean, her tenure logical Society. They have Universe of Stories!” There will be – 4 p.m. in the library’s main lobby. Judd earned both her bach- was marked by enhanced three daughters: Sarah, lots of splash pad fun, water games, All ages and skill levels are welcome. elor’s and master’s degrees support for the arts, im- Hannah, and Katie. and bubbles, so bring your swim- Online GED test preparatory reg- suits and towels and prepare to get soaked. istration and course assistance is available Stop by the library for your game card. on Thursdays (language arts) and Fridays CLERK OF THE COURT PETITIONER’S ATTORNEY OR PETITIONER Prizes will be awarded on June 26, so get (mathematics) from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. DONNA HUSTON BRADLEY CONWAY that game card filled up! CHILDREN’S SERVICES PO BOX 1707 BONIAL & ASSOCIATES PC Looking for a job? Jim Kinsel from Work- QPL Story Time is on break until Sept. QUITMAN, TX 75783 14841 DALLAS PARKWAY STE 425 force Solutions of East Texas is at the Quit- 25. Special thanks to Peoples Telephone for DALLAS TX 75254 man Public Library each first Friday from sponsoring QPL Story Time crafts and ac- 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. to assist job-seekers. The tivities. THE STATE OF TEXAS next workshop is Friday, June 7. No ap- FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY TO: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF MARY LOU JOHNSON, Respondent(s), Greetings: pointment is necessary. Friends of the Quitman Public Library Notary service is available at the library will reconvene in September after a sum- “You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. You or your attorney are hereby commanded to during regular business hours, but to guar- mer break. Friends of the Quitman Public appear by filing a written answer to the Plaintiff’s Original Petition at or before 10:00 a.m. of the Monday antee an appointment, call 903-763-4191. Library is an active group of volunteers next following the expiration of forty-two days after you were served this citation.” Visit the library’s online catalog at http:// dedicated to the growth and improvement Said Plaintiff’s Original Petition was filed in the 402nd Judicial District Court of Wood County, Texas on this quitman.biblionix.com/catalog and select of the library. Membership applications are the 29th day of March, 2019, in this cause numbered 2019-181 on the docket of said court, and styled, “What’s Hot” to see all the latest books, au- available at the library’s front desk FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION diobooks, and DVDs ready to be checked ON DISPLAY VS. out. Call us to sign up for email or text no- In the lobby showcase is a display of “Bo- THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF MARY LOU JOHNSON tifications to remind you when your books tanicals” from the collection of nationally A brief statement of the nature of this suit is as follows, to wit: are due. known artist Bart Soutendijk. Some of the Patron cards are for Wood County resi- pieces are available for purchase. “Plaintiff is seeking a judicial declaration that, as recourse for default under that one certain voluntary NEW ARRIVALS security instrument, it may proceed in accordance with the terms of such security instrument and the Texas dents with photo identification. A guardian Property Code with the non-judicial foreclosure of that certain real property, to wit: ALL THAT CERTAIN must sign for children ages 5-17. Hours are Visit the library’s online catalog at http:// TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WOOD, STATE OF TEXAS, BEING Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. un- quitman.biblionix.com/catalog to see what IN THE BAILEY MARTIN SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 396, BEING ALL OF LOT NO. 492, ALL OF LOT til 6 p.m. Keep up with current events on is new. Download the OverDrive app to NO. 493, AND ALL OF LOT NO. 494 OF PART II OF SECTION VIII OF THE HOLLY LAKE RANCH our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ connect to our library’s newest e-books, au- SUBDIVISION, A PLAT OF SAID SUBDIVISION BEING RECORDED IN VOLUME 8, PAGE 4 OF THE quitmanpubliclibrary and visit our website dio books and streaming video. PLAT RECORDS OF WOOD COUNTY, TEXAS AND BOUNDED AS FOLLOWS: at www.quitmanlibrary.org. BEGINNING AT A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT NO 492, SAME BEING IN THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT NO. 491, SAME ALSO BEING IN THE WEST BOUNDARY LINE OF LOT NO. 487, ALL OF PART II OF SECTION VIII OF SAID HOLLY LAKE RANCH Texas Commission on Environmental Quality SUBDIVISION; THENCE SOUTH 64 DEG. 06 MIN. 00 SEC. WEST, 156.42 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND IN THE NORTH BOUNDARY LINE OF LOT NO. 491, SAME BEING IN THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY Public Notification Form for Wastewater Discharges LINE OF MULBERRY COVE; THENCE NORTH 24 DEG. 37 MIN. 00 SEC. WEST, CONTINUING ALONG THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF MULBERRY COVE, 55.03 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND AT THE MOST WESTERLY CORNER OF LOT NO. 492, SAME BEING THE SOUTHEAST Information about the Discharge CORNER OF LOT NO. 493; THENCE NORTH 72 DEG. 09 MIN. 00 SEC. WEST, ALONG THE NORTH RIGHT -OF-WAY LINE OF MULBERRY COVE, AT 77.04 FEET PASSING A RAILROAD SPIKE FOUND AT THE SOUTHWEST An unauthorized discharge or spill of wastewater has occurred from: CORNER OF LOT NO. 493, SAME BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT NO. 494, AND CONTINUING ALONG SAME COURSE FOR A TOTAL DISTANCE OF 100.14 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH Wastewater Treatment Facility: Collection System: X STEEL ROD FOUND AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF A 15 FT. WIDE ACCESS STRIP; THENCE NORTH 71 DEG. 42 MIN. 00 SEC. WEST, 125.95 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND AT Facility Name: City of Mineola THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID 15 FT. WIDE ACCESS STRIP, SAME BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT NO. 494, SAME ALSO BEING IN THE EAST BOUNDARY LINE OF A PRIVATE PARK; Person to contact for information: Mercy Rushing 903-569-6183 THENCE NORTH 20 DEG. 04 MIN. 04 SEC. WEST, 50.00 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND Location of spill(s): South Hwy 69 and Loop 564 FOR AN ANGLE POINT IN THE WEST BOUNDARY LINE OF LOT NO. 494; THENCE NORTH 18 DEG. 18 MIN. 00 SEC. EAST, 94.93 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND Estimated date and time of spill(s): 5-13-19 thru 5-14-2019 AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT NO. 494, SAME BEING AN INTERIOR CORNER OF THE (24hrs) PRIVATE PARK; Estimated volume of spill(s)(number of gallons): 200,000 Gals THENCE SOUTH 63 DEG. 53 MIN. 00 SEC. EAST, AT I02.14 FEET PASSING A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT NO. 494, SAME BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER Type of Spill (domestic, industrial, other): Domestic OF LOT NO. 493, AND CONTINUING ALONG SAME COURSE FOR A TOTAL DISTANCE OF 234.95 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT NO. 493, SAME Description of the area potentially affected, including down gradient BEING THE MOST NORTHERLY CORNER OF LOT NO. 492; and lateral distance from spill(s) site: Wooded area (Out of Town) THENCE SOUTH 61 DEG. 57 MIN. 00 SEC. EAST, 137.47 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND Suspected cause of spill(s): Heavy rain washed out foundation, AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT NO. 492, SAME BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT NO. 487; causing sewer pipe to break. THENCE SOUTH 1 DEG. 58 MIN. 00 SEC. WEST, ALONG THE WEST BOUNDARY LINE OF LOT NO. 487, A DISTANCE OF 21.00 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING AND CONTAINING 0.993 OF AN ACRE OF LAND. List of actions taken including but, not limited to: TRACT TWO: ALL THAT CERTAIN TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WOOD, STATE Notification of: OF TEXAS, BEING IN THE BAILEY MARTIN SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 396, BEING ALL OF LOT Appropriate local government officials: Yes. TCEQ Regional Office: 5 NO. 495 OF PART II OF SECTION VIII OF THE HOLLY LAKE RANCH SUBDIVISION, A PLAT OF SAID SUBDIVISION BEING RECORDED IN VOLUME 8, PAGE 4 OF THE PLAT RECORDS OF WOOD COUNTY, TEXAS AND BOUNDED AS FOLLOWS: Containment of spill: Plugged and By-Pass mode BEGINNING AT A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT NO. 495, SAME BEING IN THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF MULBERRY COVE, SAME ALSO BEING Increased monitoring of water supply systems: Yes THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT NO. 496 OF PART II OF SECTION VIII OF SAID HOLLY LAKE RANCH SUBDIVISION, SAME BEING IN THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF MULBERRY COVE; Initiation or completion of cleanup activities: Yes THENCE NORTH 89 DEG. 29 MIN. 00 SEC. WEST, 141.63 FEEL TO A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT NO. 496, SAME BEING IN THE EAST BOUNDARY LINE OF A Precautionary statements: PRIVATE PARK; THENCE NORTH 20 DEG. 04 MIN. 04 SEC. EAST, 114.92 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF A 15 FT WIDE ACCESS STRIP, SAME BEING THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT NO. 495: 1. Persons using private drinking water supply wells located within ½ THENCE SOUTH 71 DEG. 45 MIN. 00 SEC. EAST, 127.26 FEET TO A 1/2 INCH STEEL ROD FOUND mile of the spill site or within the potentially affected area should AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID 15 FT. WIDE STRIP, SAME BEING IN THE WEST RIGHT-OF- use only water that has been distilled or boiled at a rolling boil for WAY LINE OF MULBERRY COVE, AND BEING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT NO. 495; at least one minute for all personal uses including drinking, cooking, THENCE SOUTH 15 DEG. 04 MIN. 00 SEC. WEST, A LONG THE WEST RIGHT-OF -WAY LINE OF bathing, and tooth brushing. Individuals with private water wells MULBERRY COVE, 71.82 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING AND CONTAINING 0.281 OF AN should have their well water tested and disinfected, if necessary, ACRE OF LAND.” prior to discontinuing distillation or boiling. As is more fully shown by Plaintiff’s Petition on file in this suit. The officer executing this process shall promptly execute the same according to law, and make due return as the law directs. 2. Persons who purchase water from a public water supply may contact Issued and given under my hand and Seal of said Court at office in Quitman, Texas, on this the 23rd day of their water supply distributor to determine if the water is safe for April, 2019. personal use.

3. The public should avoid contact with waste material, soil, or water in ATTEST: the area potentially affected by the spill. DONNA HUSTON – CLERK 402nd Judicial District Court of 4. If the public comes into contact with waste material, soil, or water Wood County, Texas potentially affected by the spill, they should bathe and wash clothes thoroughly as soon as possible. By: , DEPUTY 10A Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 23, 2019 Yantis golfer making second trip to state UIL golf tournament “I try to play every day,” was brought home after his Shortly thereafter he reg- were to play 18 holes on steps of his father. stated Kaiden Bush, just birth in a golf onesie. With istered his personal best Monday and 18 holes on As he heads down to Aus- days before departing to his first set of plastic golf with a round of 80 to place Tuesday at Lions Municipal tin, Bush reflected on the the May 20-21 State 1A clubs, around the age of at the regional tournament Course. Bush was to play meaning of golf: golf tournament in Austin. 2, the connection between and earned his second trip the first round with Chris “You have to have a lot This focus and dedication Bush and the game flour- to state. Bush voiced excite- Rodriguez of Munday and of patience. You have to put earned the Yantis High ished. ment and determination Nolan Steelman of D’Har- your mind into the game. School senior his second Under the tutelage of his regarding his return trip ris. Tee time for the three- It takes time. If you really trip to the state tourney, father, Wills Point native to state competition. He some was 9 a.m. from the want something in your life, having placed in the middle Joey Bush, Kaiden steadily acknowledged that a solid number 10 tee. you must work hard and of the field as a freshman. demonstrated the qualities performance in Austin may Bush hopes to play golf put the effort in.” Bush attributes his pas- of patience and dedica- well impact his immediate collegiately with ambitions Supported by his family, sion for the game to the tion required to master the future. He said he will be beyond the amateur level. the young Yantis athlete example set by his father, sport. His work ethic paid attentive to every detail of In parallel, he will pursue a will bring his determined a lifelong golf enthusiast. off as he won the 2019 dis- the experience. career as a firefighter, once spirit to compete with the Family lore holds that Bush trict individual golf title. The 72 class 1A golfers again following in the foot- best golfers across the state. BUSH Mineola abounds with summer recreational opportunities “It’s all about the kids,” a unique vertical challenge The Civic Center’s charter 4-year-old kids in the spring. said longtime Mineola Youth in amongst some thickly calls for providing a meet- Additional leagues cover Foundation member Mike wooded terrain. Karch ex- ing facility and recreation ages 4-15 for girls and 4-14 Bowles. While he referred plained how the success of area for the citizens of Min- for boys. Jan.1 is the dead- to the baseball, softball and a winter bike rally at Greer eola, Wood County and sur- line for spring registration T-ball leagues run by the Hill led to the installation of rounding counties, stated and May 1 for fall. foundation, summer sports three bike repair stations. manager Nancy Murphy. As the faces of the young options in Mineola serve all A disc golf course, recent- The intent is to provide the competitors at last week- kids, including big ones. ly installed, is the latest ad- citizens something to do that end’s pre-season tourna- MINEOLA NATURE PRESERVE dition to the preserve. The will enhance their lives, she ment clearly reflected, the A review of summer sport- growing sport takes great explained. joy of baseball is alive and ing options must begin at advantage of the open prai- Murphy lauded the rela- well in Mineola. the one-of-a-kind Mineola rie and topography without tionship with the city, de- The ballpark complex fea- Nature Preserve. “The pre- spoiling the natural beauty. scribing it as a “great part- tures eight playing fields. serve is the largest city park The list of sporting options nership.” Approximately This year the last of the new in the state of Texas, and is long: hiking, mountain half the center’s budget is aluminum light towers will likely the nation,” remarked biking, horse riding, ca- provided by the Meredith be installed, and batting cag- Cindy Karch, Mineola city noeing, camping, disc golf, Foundation with the balance es have been added at the Local youths in hot pursuit of the soccer ball during a Saturday morning game bird watching, and archery made up by revenue from complex. The foundation’s secretary. of the Mineola Soccer Association. The 2,911-acre preserve is are available. A large play- rental of the convention and next project will be to erect well known for its trails. Hik- ground at the main entrance meeting rooms, and use of modernized playground MINEOLA YOUTH FOUNDATION permanent awnings over the ing, biking, and horse trails is well equipped for young the RV pads. are sport all to itself. During Tucked away at the junc- spectator stands and to fence crisscross the vast acreage. children. Mineola stocks a Although best known for hours of operation at the tion of the FM 1254 and CR off the property along the Some of the trails follow old number of the small ponds hosting RV rallies and use splash park, the pavilion 2503 are the baseball and Loop 564 boundary. rail lines from bygone days. with trout, and one can fish of the convention building, will offer snacks for sale. softball ballparks of the “A lot of hard work goes Massive pilings and timbers for free with no license. the Civic Center staff also Future improvements may Mineola Youth Foundation. into the upkeep and opera- can be found throughout the Just about anything one maintains six lighted tennis include a dedicated walking Since 1962, the foundation tion,” commented Bowles, preserve along these elevat- could desire to do in the courts. The courts remain path as a good number of lo- has provided thousands of “but it would be nothing ed paths. great outdoors is available at open until 10 p.m., at which cal residents take a frequent local youngsters the forma- without the support of the Hiking trails range from the preserve. time the lights turn off. walk around the grounds. tive experience of organized Meredith Foundation. I can’t small circular trails in a MINEOLA CIVIC CENTER GROUNDS Large open fields stretch Murphy proudly de- baseball and softball. say enough about them.” pasture-like setting, to long Should one seek a place to out south of the RV park scribed the relationships According to Robert Ham- NEW ADDITIONS strenuous trails into the Sa- recreate closer to town, the and are used by a variety built at the center. As an lin, foundation president, City secretary Karch de- bine River bottoms. Trail 38-acre Mineola Civic Center of groups and individuals. example, the tennis courts both a spring season and a scribed the progress already management is unique and grounds offer an excellent Whether it is a local soccer are used by Mineola High fall season are available for made to build a lighted, full- although the city employs School tennis teams, whose local youngsters. The spring size basketball court for the two maintainers, much of athletes have put in volun- season is a part of the Texas city. The design has been the maintenance work is teer service at the center. Teenage Baseball/Softball completed. The court will taken up by local volunteers. MINEOLA SOCCER ASSOCIATION Association and is open to be oriented east-west near The most obvious trail, the Making use of the Civic all kids who reside within the city water tower at Wren Sabine River itself, shapes Center grounds is the Min- the Mineola school district. Street between Front and the southern boundary of eola Soccer Association. The fall league is run entire- Walnut streets. Each side of the preserve. A canoe launch During Saturday morn- ly by the Youth Foundation the court will be equipped has recently been added at ings from February to May, and is open to all of East with two benches and one the southeastern corner for and August to November, Texas. Approximately 300 picnic table. Portable bath- those desiring to embark crowds of youngsters can be youngsters participate in the rooms and a paved parking from the preserve and haul seen feverishly competing in spring season, while more lot for a dozen cars will com- out further down river. “the great game.” than 700 played fall ball last plete the build. A less known adjunct to Presently 17 co-ed teams year. Watch next week for more the park is the horse derby are playing in the under-6 The foundation organizes summer activities in Wood located just off the loop in to under-14 year-old age a Learners’ League for 3- to County communities. the northwest corner. The groups. Many Mineola High derby features 12 campsites School soccer players experi- with attached holding cor- enced their first competitive rals, and ample room to ma- Many young area ballplayers learn the basics in the Mineola Youth Founda- play in the association’s Sat- neuver trailers. The preserve tion leagues. urday morning match-up. is one of the most frequented Founded in 1994, the as- equine sport venues in the choice. The Civic Center is a league or a family flying sociation has experienced area, due to the well-main- non-profit organization that a kite or someone practic- steady growth. Tammy tained trails, scenic value had its beginnings in a 1968 ing with their 8 iron, the Smith, association president, and the derby. town meeting. Subsequent- grounds are open. stated they average 125- Two new additions to the ly the Meredith Foundation “We welcome any and ev- 150 youngsters per season. preserve have added sport- purchased the grounds for eryone,” stated Murphy. There are no restrictions on ing value this year. The Greer the center and the Civic Cen- For the youngsters, the residency; the league is open Hill biking trails give riders ter was born. splash park and recently to all comers. The group is a member Congratulations to Craig Kizer of the North Texas Soccer Association. As such, the events are covered under After 40 years of dedicated work at Wood the insurance umbrella of County Electric Cooperative, Fleet Manager the larger organization. Craig Kizer is retiringon May 31, 2019. Craig Smith’s enthusiasm for the began his WCEC careerin1978. sport is obvious. She sum- marized, “It is an awesome sport. There are so many He earned his DieselMechanic degree from benefits to this sport because Texas State Technical Institute. An expert it keeps the kids in almost A youngster takes advantage of the great tennis courts available at the Min- mechanic for4decades, he’s maintained constant motion.” eola Civic Center grounds. everything from chainsawstobucket trucks, and possibly even invented more than a few contraptions. Recently, he also oversaw QUEENS construction of the auto shop, to ensure safe and top notch maintenance. From page 1 Emcees for the pageant Craig is fun-loving, but he never relaxed his standards for quality were UT Health Quitman workmanship and safety,always demanding it of himself and others. CEO Patrick Swindle and Importantly, to Craig, “a friend in needisafriend indeed.” Countless times Steve Straznicky of Provi- he’s arrived to pull a truck from the mud, or volunteered in the wake of a dential Insurance. Dancers storm,both here and at sister co-ops. And, every day, Craiglooked out from the Winnsboro Spirit for all employees.Routinely, he’d notice a low tire or other issue, even on Club also performed. personal vehicles, and made itapoint to inform, or even correct it. Before naming the next queens, 2018 Miss Dog- wood Madalyn Whitehurst, We’ll miss his ablehelp, indomitable spirit, fun-loving ways, quick wit, Junior Miss Rhiana Brad- and most of all his friendship and “get-er-done” attitude. shaw and Little Miss Aubrie Davis gave their farewells A graduate of Mineola ISD, he and his wife of 39 years, Karen, still live in to the audience. Mineolatoday. He has twochildren, Krista andKara, andagranddaughter O F F S Kennedy, the light of his life. Craig can’t wait to soon welcomeanew A L O T Last Puzzle F A R R grandson, which he’s sure to teach how to turn a wrench. S O Solution B A N A N I M A L K E L G P I C T U R E S A B E A D O N S A N T A In his retirement, all of us wish him contentment and thetime to richly T H E A T R E S E N T P T B O A T V I R G I L A N D G A L A E R R L experience his favorite pursuits: hunting, raising cattle, playing with T R E E F A R M S O M E N P T A S P A R T A T O A G R A S S grandkids, spending time with his family, andlending ahelping hand to a I R E R O T A N E A T A N R A E A R P R N S friend. S T A R D U S T S M A R T P Y E 2019 Miss Dogwood Lucy Brannon (left) and Miss Dogwood first runner-up L E W Best Wishes Craig! E R A Aliegh Farnham stand together. (Monitor photo by Zak Wellerman) S-1428 Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 23, 2019 11A Persistence pays off with Ph.D from Texas Tech By ROBERT STEIN legacy of education and in- Studies show the style of spire his children. education, called “experi- By Lin Grado It took him three tries over Witt’s father, the son of ential learning,” promotes a span of nearly three de- an immigrant, and Witt’s reflection and experimen- cades, but Todd Witt com- mother, a descendant of Co- tation and helps solidify a pleted his doctorate in late manche chief Quanah Park- lesson, Witt said. 2018. er, were both first-genera- In one project he created a Witt, 56, graduated from tion college students who “science camp in a bag,” es- Texas Tech University with worked for 35 years in all sentially a portable science a Ph.D. in curriculum and levels of education. class for teachers in India. instruction with an empha- “Really, the driver for me Witt also examined how sis in STEM education. hasn’t been some big career field trip experiences can be The father of three was path,” he said. used to help K-12 students ABD – all but dissertation “It was so my family could perform better on Texas’ – in two different doctoral say someone has taken it all standardized tests, State of programs at another uni- the way to that level and Texas Assessments of Aca- versity before reaching the finished a Ph.D. I wanted demic Readiness (STAAR). This beautiful oak leaf hydrangea in a yard by the spillway at Lake Lydia. finish line at Texas Tech’s to complete the story of im- While working on his Ph.D., TODD WITT College of Education. migrants coming over and Witt redesigned the activ- Witt, who lives just out- raising children who were ities at a non-profit camp is leading work on a five- side Mineola and is the son able to attend college for the in the Dallas-Fort Worth year, multimillion-dollar Blooming shrubs for late spring of Yvie and J.W. Witt of first time and then go into area where he was working plan to revamp the facility’s the education profession called Sky Ranch. Late spring in East Texas East Texas gardens is pine- Mineola, last tried to earn a visitors center and exhibits and give back.” Witt began aligning out- is filled with so much col- apple guava (Acca sello- Ph.D. in 1995, enrolling in a in a similar fashion, he said. Witt would overcome one door activities at the camp or, and shrubs can provide wiana). This evergreen distance doctoral program “That’s a win-win,” he last obstacle on the path to with state academic stan- a long lasting backdrop of shrub can be used as a in higher education admin- said. “It ensures children his degree. Two of his chil- dards so students visiting blooms – especially in rainy screen in the border, with istration at the University of are learning what the center dren were diagnosed with on field trips were gaining springs like this year. olive-green leaves backed Mississippi. But he dropped wants to teach, and it trans- severe illnesses while he knowledge that would help One of my favorite large in silvery-gray that can be out of the program to focus lates to success as a school was working on his disser- them on the science portion shrubs is the oak leaf hy- pruned if desired, or limbed on work and family after is being held accountable so tation, but Witt managed of STAAR, such as using drangea (Hydrangea quer- up to a tree form. The May his wife got pregnant. they can keep coming and to help care for them and a zip line to teach physics cifolia). This U.S. native blooms are spectacular– He quit an earlier attempt, doing these kinds of engag- successfully finish his doc- concepts like gravity, fric- plant has large, lobed leaves white, fleshy, reflexed pet- begun in 1989, to earn a ing activities.” torate. tion and resistance. that resemble oak leaves, als with a rosy center sur- Ph.D. in aquatic toxicolo- Witt’s advice to doctoral “Todd shows that com- The redesign helped turn and cones of white blooms round bright red stamens gy from the University of students who may feel they mitted students with the around a decline in visiting that remain on the shrub topped with golden pollen Mississippi after growing will never finish? Don’t give support of family, friends, school districts, which had as they dry. Normally the that seems to sparkle. The concerned about the ethics up. It’s never too late. fellow students and facul- shied away as the empha- blooms age to tan or brown, edible petals have a sweet of research he was doing “Sometimes life gets in the ty – plus hard work and sis on standardized testing but the blooms of some va- flavor and can be added to there. way and it postpones the grit – can overcome odds to in Texas increased over the rieties turn pink or even red a salad. If you have more Witt says the degree is completion of the goal. Just accomplish their dreams,” years. as they age. This dramatic than one plant, you might mostly symbolic at this don’t give up,” Witt said. said Walter Smith, Helen “As testing comes along, shrub will reach at least 10 get some tasty fruit in late point in his life, but it has “The one thing I lived DeVitt Jones professor of schools are more account- feet in height, with an eight- summer, although I have led him to a unique career with from the day I stopped Education and Witt’s doc- able for their time, and foot spread. If this is too never been so lucky. Pine- working as an education working on my first doctor- toral adviser. so they see field trips as a large for your garden, look apple guava grows best in and outreach manager at ate was regret that I did not “Sometimes Tech’s slogan waste of time,” he said, “but for dwarf varieties like “Pee full sun but blooms well in Texas Freshwater Fisheries refocus and finish it. I never of ‘from here it’s possible’ there’s a lot of good you get Wee” that will grow four the part shade of my wood- Center, a Texas Parks and knew the depth I was feel- seems corny, but on behalf from that kind of experi- feet tall by three feet wide. land gardens. Wildlife Department facil- ing that regret until the day of our program’s students ence that has nothing to do Oak leaf hydrangea can Finally, among my favor- ity in Athens, Texas, where I completed the degree and from 32 states and terri- with test scores.” grow in full shade, but if ite late-spring bloomers is he creates educational ex- felt the difference.” tories and five countries, His dissertation examined you want the most blooms, a smaller shrub (up to six periences for children who (Robert Stein is a media Todd has shown that Tech the impact of the changes at try them in some morning feet tall) with marvelously tour the facility and its ex- relations specialist for the really has made his dream Sky Ranch and found a clear sun and afternoon shade. fragrant blooms. Virgin- hibits. College of Education at possible.” boost in test scores among As an added bonus, the ia sweetspire (Itea virgi- Witt said that completing Texas Tech University. This Witt researched outdoor, students who attended. shrubs are attractive long nica) is a rounded shrub the degree after nearly three article is republished with hands-on learning experi- Now at the Texas Fresh- after the blooms fade: the with sweet-smelling, spire- decades was primarily a permission.) ences while at Texas Tech. water Fisheries Center, Witt leaves have gorgeous ma- shaped blooms on gently way to carry on his family roon fall color and the exfo- arching branches. We grow liating bark provides winter sweetspire at the Wood interest. County Arboretum & Bo- Another tall shrub for the tanical Gardens in front of back of the border is fuzzy the pergola leading to the Deutzia (Deutzia scabra), a walking trail. Sweetspire pass-along southern plant. can be used for erosion Fuzzy Deutzia is covered control, as it naturally oc- with frilly double white or curs on stream banks in pink flowers that dangle east Texas. Try some of the from its arching branches. commercially-available va- About the same size as oak rieties like ‘Henry’s Garnet’, leaf hydrangea, fuzzy Deut- which has glorious fall col- zia blooms in my shady gar- ors of maroons and purples den, but would appreciate (best with more sun), and a little more sun. It’s said to the compact ‘Little Henry’, be deer-resistant, although I which grows only two to can’t guarantee it if you live three feet tall and wide with at Holly Lake Ranch. Fuzzy similar maroon fall color. Deutzia (I love saying that This year I’m trying a va- name: ‘Doot-zia’) drops riety called ‘Scentlandia’, its leaves in the winter, so promised to be the most fra- you might want to plant it grant of all sweetspires. mixed with evergreens or It’s easy to overlook shrubs that have more win- shrubs at the nursery, es- ter interest. There are other pecially if they’re not in Deutzias available in gar- bloom. But once you plant den centers that are much them in your garden, you’ll smaller, so make sure you be rewarded with blooms Donors to the Hawkins ISD Education Foundation gathered for its first Prize Party on May 10. The foundation issued $13,000 for teacher grants in its inaugural select the right variety for for years to come, in your year of existence. (Courtesy photo) your garden. east Texas garden. Another large shrub for Hawkins Education Foundation issues $13,000 in teacher grants On May 10, Hawkins ISD portunities for all students who submitted innovative my Pack (elementary cam- Education Foundation had enrolled in the Hawkins grants to help each student pus) – Outdoor Learning its first ever Prize Party, is- Independent School Dis- have an enriched and in- Center suing $13,000 for teacher trict. The foundation was novative learning experi- 6. Laura Cranford, John grants in its inaugural year created to obtain alternative ence. While the grant writ- Michael Gattis, Marci Ev- of existence. sources of the private-sec- ers had no idea if they had ans, and Joshua Trull (Ele- The Education Founda- tor funding for the district, won, the anticipation grew mentary Campus) – Inspir- tion was initiated by com- providing funds beyond the as the winners of the grants ing Curiosity munity members with a normal operating budget were called out in front a 7. Fiona Davis and Steph- goal to support the teachers for educational programs crowd full of students and anie Sullivan (Elementary and students of Hawkins and activities for students teachers. The High School Campus) – Young Publish- ISD with innovative learn- and staff. The foundation and Middle School cam- er’s Project. ing that could not be funded looks to fund innovative puses were surprised in The Education Founda- adequately through the lim- teaching grants, special the individual classrooms tion would like to thank ited school budget. Board needs of students, staff de- of awarded teachers. Each each and every one of the members have put in a lot velopment, professional grant winner was surprised donors, both private and of hard work and rolled up development scholarships, with a large check, balloons businesses, who have made The old-fashioned shrub with a funny-sounding name: Deutzia their sleeves to make this student scholarships, stu- and a T-shirt to celebrate the our first year a success. We first year a huge success. dent-teacher recognition grant writer. The following look forward to expanding The current board members programs and permanent six grant submissions total- our reach past grants and are: Nancy Walker, Jurgen endowment funds through ing $13,000 were presented generating more funds to Simons, Morris Lyon, San- the donations made by pri- on Friday: impact the students and dra Endsley, Ashley Con- vate donors and businesses. 1. Amanda Weiss (second- teachers of Hawkins ISD ner, Pat Harris, Al Harris, The foundation to date has ary campus) – Dual Credit in an even greater way. If Rita O’Hara, Fletcher Walk- raised $33,000 in donations. 2. Trudy Atteberry (sec- you would like to give to er, Jennifer Lucas, Jeri Hol- Friday was an exciting ondary campus) – Throw- the Hawkins ISD Education comb, Wiley Vonner, Dare day for all. The Prize Party ing on the Wheel Foundation you can do so Kirklin, Tracy Thomas and created so much excitement 3. Cathy Kelley (elementa- by dropping off donations Wende Haney. and anticipation as the Ele- ry campus) – Ultimate Stu- at the school administration The mission of the Educa- mentary campus gathered dent Engagement office or Hawkins ISD Edu- tion Foundation is to gener- for an assembly, they quick- 4. James Sprouse (second- cation Foundation through ate and distribute resources ly realized that this was no ary campus) – Drones in PayPal to enrich teaching, inspire ordinary assembly but a School hese exotic-looking blooms adorn the perfectly hardy pineapple guava. learning and enhance op- day to celebrate teachers 5. Joyce Taylor and Tam- Pick up the phone and sell it with a classified in the Monitor 903-763-4522 or 903-569-2442 12A Wood County Monitor • Thursday, May 23, 2019 Church hosting family forum First United Methodist Church of Mineola will host an Alzheimer’s and Demen- tia Family Education Fo- rum from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 8 at FUMC Ministries Center, 612 N. Newsom St. in Min- eola. The forum will be pre- sented by the Alzheimer’s Association Dallas & North- east Texas Chapter. There is no cost for attending, and it is open to anyone living in Northeast Texas. The June 8 Family Edu- cation Forum will include the following two sessions: Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia and Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body. For more information, questions, or to register for Fannie Marchman Garden Club Yard of the Month this conference, call the Alz- Molly the unicorn The Fannie Marchman Garden Club has selected the home of Will and Barb heimer’s Association 24/7 Macey (right) and Marley Ramirez admire Molly the unicorn Friday evening at the Sound of the Swarm’s second annual Prather for Yard of the Month. They live at 243 CR 2430 at Lake Brenda. They Helpline at 1-800-272-3900 block party in downtown Mineola. MISD band director Chris Brannan told the school board Monday night that the recently purchased property adjoining their home, which was filled with or at www.alz.org/events. block party was a great success. (Monitor photo by Sam Major) weeds and briar patches. They are now transforming it into a garden. They have a lovely well house that looks like a chapel that even includes stained glass windows! Barb is the one in charge of plants, and she has lots of ferns, azaleas, iris, and other perennials. (Photo courtesy of the Fannie Marchman QISD trustees OK sports medicine course Garden Club) By ZAK WELLERMAN an innovative course to be three. preparation of all students; [email protected] taught at the district. In other actions, the board recruit and retain quality QISD athletic trainer Scot- voted to increase student teachers; foster a positive Quitman ISD trustees ty Almon explained the stu- lunch prices and a 10-year work environment for pro- gave approval Monday dents work in a practicum plan (2019 to 2029) for lunch fessional growth, teamwork for an “innovative” sports setting to learn treatment pricing at all campuses. The and high morale. medicine program to be plans for injuries, physi- price will increase from Trustees called a special taught at the high school. cal therapy, and improve $2.65 to $2.75 for the 2019-20 board meeting on July 29 to Sports medicine has been healing rates for athletes. school year. The price will decide on a public meeting taught for the first time in Students receive job assign- stay the same for 2020-21, date to discuss the next fis- the 2018-19 school year, but ments in class to become and afterward increase by cal year budget and tax rate. the program does not fit the well-trained in protocol, 10 cents each year until the The district’s deposito- description as “innovative.” medical equipment and price reaches the free lunch ry contract with BTH Bank According to the Texas working with patients. reimbursement rate, which was extended for a two- Education Agency, “inno- Almon is teaching the is $3.31. That amount, how- year term. vative” courses allow stu- course with three students. ever, could change with in- In her report, Turner dents to gain knowledge, He said the optimal num- creased food cost. shared preliminary draw- skills and competencies ber would be six due to In another matter, new ings for the new tennis above and beyond the es- the hands-on nature of the QISD Board of Trustees courts. sential knowledge and skills course. goals were approved. The The board was also pre- in the required curriculum. Courses available under three goals are: QISD has sented preliminary fifth and Superintendent Rhonda an “innovative” distinction monitoring systems and eighth grade STAAR math Turner said school board would include sports med- supports to ensure appro- and reading scores. Dobbs receives mayoral service award approval is required for icine levels one, two and priate academic growth and Mayor Randy Dunn (right) gives Mayor Pro Tem David Dobbs (left) a plaque honoring his service as Quitman mayor from 2017 to 2019 at last Thursday’s city and is blamed on heavy that he fears the line will mixed by hand five tons of council meeting. Dobbs was elected as an alderman during the May 4 municipal rain washing out the pipe’s wash out again, and that concrete, he noted. election and chosen to be mayor pro tem. (Monitor photo by Zak Wellerman) COUNCIL foundation. In a public no- it is too close to the creek. In other business, the From page 1 tice, the city estimates that He recommends relocating council approved placing a up to 200,000 gallons of it away from the creek at stop sign to control traffic a building, formerly Mineo- sewage spilled from the a cost of roughly $150,000, on S. Johnson Street where it la Plant Market. The MEDC broken line. money the city has in a re- intersects with Front Street. approved purchasing the A city crew got the rupture serve fund. In addition, the speed limit property last week. plugged on May 17, accord- Crump praised the work along Front Street will be Also Monday, Public ing to Crump, and the plugs of employees from sever- dropped to 25 mph where Works Director William were removed Monday as al city departments in re- it stretches past Iron Horse Crump told the council that sewage once again flowed sponding to the emergen- Square. The changes come repairs on an 18-inch sew- safely through line. He said cy. A generator had to be in response to concerns er line near a creek south the city should expect fines manned around the clock about additional pedestri- of town had been complet- from the Texas Commission while the emergency was an foot traffic along Front ed. The clay line rupture on Environmental Quality. being dealt with. Among Street associated with the was discovered on May 13, Crump told the council other things, city workers Saturday mini train rides.

as at-large representatives. mendation on how to fix the unincorporated areas, while City mayors appoint three issue. the Industrial Commission REPORT representatives for their The form would then go decides where to direct From page 1 town. The Wood County through a process of com- the funds. An emphasis is the report.” judge appoints one mem- mittee review and later pos- placed on “heads in beds” The task force recom- ber from Golden and up to sible action by the economic when choosing where the Mineola Mayor Kevin White presents a proclamation to Mineola High School’s mends renaming the com- two from Holly Lake Ranch. development group, accord- funds go, such as multi- Abeni Kratzmeyer at Monday’s Mineola City Council meeting in recognition of mission the Wood County her second class 3A state pole vaulting title. White proclaimed Monday, May 20 Jarvis Christian College may ing to the task force created ple-day festivals or fishing Economic Development Al- as Abeni Kratzmeyer Day in Mineola. (Monitor photo by Hank Murphy). appoint up to two represen- process. tournaments at area lakes. liance (WCEDA) to more fit- tatives to the board. In addition to the above Also in the report, the task tingly describe its purpose. In December, the WCIC mentioned recommenda- force recommends updating The group proposes re- board of directors recom- tions, the task force also the WCIC’s bylaws to be in ducing the size of the WCIC mended reducing the mem- wants to create a new state- accordance with the Local board to seven members bership when amending by- ment on vision, mission and Government Code. The task made up of city economic laws. That recommendation guiding principles. It pro- force looked at quality of development officials or oth- would have given each city poses a new organization- life, such as public safety, er experienced individuals two board members plus al structure and executive transportation, education, from all communities. These one each for Jarvis, Golden director job description as government affairs, finance, members would be appoint- and Holly Lake Ranch. well. health and human services, ed by the county judge af- Another key task force rec- Organizational structure and arts and parks, and at- ter an evaluation. Members ommendation is to eliminate would entail the executive tached its findings to the re- would still serve two-year the financial support cities director serving as chief ex- port for reference. terms. Currently, the WCIC pay to the WCIC. ecutive officer of WCEDA Hebron recommended re- board has about 21 repre- As it stands, cities in Wood and reporting directly to the viewing the report within Abeni Kratzmeyer was recognized at Monday night’s MISD school board sentatives. County pay a fee based on county judge. The board of roughly two weeks. After- meeting for her accomplishment in repeating as class 3A state pole vault Under the recommenda- population, which goes to- directors would meet regu- ward, another workshop champion. Her coaches described her as a dedicated athlete as well as fine tions, cities without a des- ward the WCIC executive larly to implement regional session would be held to student and an exceptional person. From left are school Trustee Kyle Gully, ignated economic devel- director’s salary. For each economic plans related to further discuss the report. athletic director Luke Blackwell, Kratzmeyer, Trustee Daniel Louderman, coach opment director could be resident, a city pays $1.57. quality of life, Unclaimed Commissioners were in Bill Self, and coach Kerry Van Cleave. (Monitor photo by Hank Murphy). represented by an elected City governments sign in- Capital Credits (UCC) funds agreement with her propos- official or business profes- ter-local agreements each and tourism. al. sional nominated by their year with the county, agree- Two of the major roles in Duncan expressed the task Office manager mayor and appointed by the ing to the payment. For fis- the WCIC are distribution force’s interest to answer county judge, per the task cal year 2018-19, Alba paid of Hotel Occupancy Taxes questions about the report needed for Quitman force proposal. in $1,000; Hawkins paid (HOT) funds and overseeing in the near future. A county industrial com- $2,006; Quitman paid $3,187; UCC funds. “We would also like to insurance agency mission must have no less Winnsboro paid $5,391; Yan- UCC funds are unclaimed convey that it would be our than seven members, who tis paid $609; and Mineola credits from the Wood pleasure to return in order Current license & experience desired are county residents and paid $7,089. County Electric Coopera- to answer questions and of- but will train the right person have interest in industrial Duncan shared the need tive distributed by the state fer more in-depth explana- development of the county, for Wood County citizens comptroller. Since about tion and even commentary according to the Local Gov- to have an outlet to share 2016, UCC funds have been after the court has had time Good salary with bonus & ernment Code. suggestions on how to im- distributed as grants to as- to thoroughly review the re- commissions available According to WCIC by- prove the county. The task sist local businesses for eco- port,” Duncan said. laws, membership on the force developed a “Wood nomic development and As far as the report being board consists of represen- County Improvement Rec- tourism. available to the public, Dun- tatives from Alba, Hawkins, ommendation” document The Wood County tax can said there are tentative [email protected] Mineola, Quitman, Winns- for people to submit issues office collects the county plans to have the full report boro, and Yantis, as well to WCEDA and their recom- portion of hotel taxes in the available online.