After an exhaustive audit of city records, Mineola officials have found the missing revenue we reported on back in January. A city official is quoted as saying, “We are glad to have the books straight, and it is just in…
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Mineola City Manager Fired – $1.3 Million in Revenue is Missing
David Stevenson, City of Mineola Administrator and Secretary has been fired for “gross mis-mismanagement of the city.” Mayor Rodney Watkins, a local insurance agent, says the city is in the middle of a complete audit to determine what might have…
Mineola Dental Office Consumed by Fire
During the storm Saturday night, the dental office located at 115 Newsom Street caught fire and burned. This is the office of Dr. Kyle Weedon and the building was apparently heavily damaged. At this time we have no confirmation of…
City of Mineola to Collect Tolls on Commerce Street
In an effort to recoup the funds spent on the Commerce Street overlay, the city of Mineola will start collecting tolls from those using the newly-improved Commerce Street.
Shop the Merry Merchants of Downtown Mineola
Some of Mineola’s finest businesses have teamed up to distribute fliers to shoppers in town in an effort to promote their businesses. These shops represent some of Mineola’s finest places to shop and eat while you are downtown. Click the…
The Paper Tiger Rides Again – Mineola Chamber Edition
You might have read the article in the Mineola paper about the Executive Director of the Mineola Chamber of Commerce and the events leading up to this week’s bombshell exposé piece. Chances are you heard about it months ago like everyone else did. Word travels fast in these parts, often with pinpoint accuracy.
Murder Shakes Downtown Mineola
On Sunday evening, 6-15-14, a Mineola youth was murdered in downtown Mineola apparently after a verbal altercation with another person. 19 year-old Christopher James Griffin was found in the alley behind the Mineola EZ Mart with a gunshot wound to the…
City Plans to Sell the Mineola Nature Preserve
The city of Mineola is selling the Nature Preserve. Read the full story on our web site.
Mineola High School Student Lost to Automobile Accident
A student from Mineola High School, Corey Jackson, died in the hospital Tuesday evening after being airlifted to Tyler as the result of a car accident. Jackson was apparently ejected from the vehicle and suffered severe injuries. The accident occurred…
Munzesheimer Manor Bed and Breakfast in Mineola, the Logical Ending to a Great Story
An interesting story has led to new innkeepers at the historic Munzesheimer Manor Bed & Breakfast in Mineola. Innkeepers Bret and Ashlee are doing everything possible to maintain this historic property as a cornerstone of Mineola while offering their guests the very best possible in accommodations. If you’ve never been in this historic property from a bygone era, stop by sometime. They would be happy to show you around.
Mineola May Days is Changing
The Mineola Area Chamber of Commerce has announced that May Days will be no longer. They are re-naming the Mineola May Days festival and moving it back to the Mineola Civic Center. This year, the new festival will be June 6…
Walking, because they are driven!
Meet Brian Cochran, Austin Shirley and Archer. To many, this trio might look like homeless people moving from one location to another. And that’s exactly what they are. But this trio has a different reason for their movements than many others do. A great story follows.
Smoking is Out. Vaping is In. Vaportastics, Mineola Texas
Over the past few years, the American smoking public has discovered a much better way to deliver their nicotine. “Vaping” is the new, preferred, delivery method for those with a need for nicotine. Vaping is using an electronic cigarette (e-cig)…
Mineola Iron Horse Heritage Festival – 2013 Schedule
Mineola Iron Horse Heritage Festival is Friday, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 2. We’ve got a packed schedule of fun, music, great food and carnival rides. This is truly an event with something for everyone in the family. Come enjoy downtown Mineola as you never have before.
Mineola Property Taxes Set to Stay the Same {UPDATE}
The public will have an opportunity to comment on the proposed tax rate vote coming up at the end of September on Thursday evening at 5:30.
Mineola Events 10-day Outlook September 6-15
The next 10 days hold a smorgasboard of events – including lots of Yellow Jacket sports!
New Mineola ISD Band Director Chris Brannan
The first halftime performance of the Mineola Yellow Jacket Band under the direction of Chris Brannan was met with a standing ovation Friday night. It was an encouraging sign for the award-winning director that looks to show Mineola and the band members themselves that the Yellow Jacket Band is its own entity and a Yellow Jacket force in its own right.
Meeting Mineola: Bill Pugh
Mineola is home to interesting people with skills and stories that might surprise you, like Bill Pugh. The former Soldier and actor is also a shipbuilder.
Meet the Jackets / Pigskin Preview
Saturday evening the community had the chance to meet the 2013 Yellow Jacket football, volleyball, and cross country athletes, as well as the band, color guard, and cheerleaders. Each student was given a star’s introduction as he or she ran through the Yellow Jacket tunnel.
Mineola Texas Events August 24-31, 2013
Free clothes for kids, meeting some of our Yellow Jacket stars, and running to feed local families headline this week.