Mineola Nature Preserve

Shop Local Holiday Promotion! WIN COLD HARD CASH! HOW TO ENTER Bring digital or original receipt (dated between Nov. 29th - Dec. 19th), from a Hotel, Restaurant, or Retail Business within the city limits to an official entry location. DROP OFF LOCATIONS: Mineola City Hall Broad Street Bank CNB First National Bank of East Texas My Credit Union Origin Bank CLAIMING PRIZES Winners will be contacted within 48 hours to claim prize. Winners will claim prizes at the Mineola City Hall, Located at 300 Greenville Highway. Winner must claim during office hours: Mon-Thurs 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The winner must present a photo ID. Prizes not claimed by January 3, 2025, will be forfeited. OFFICIAL RULES Must be 18 years or older to participate. A qualifying receipt must reflect a minimum of $20 purchase (between November 29th - December 19th) from a Hotel, Restaurant, or Retail Business within the city limits of Mineola. An individual is eligible for one prize. Individuals entering contest agree to allow the City of Mineola to utilize winner’s name and photos in various media outlets. All personal information collected will be securely destroyed and not provided to any third party. Bank employees & City of Mineola Department Supervisors are excluded from participating.

Thank You to The Meredith Foundation! A heartfelt thank you to the Meredith Foundation for sponsoring the Magical Mineola event, which will be held downtown on Friday, December 6th, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thanks to the incredible generosity of sponsors like the Meredith Foundation, this event is completely free for the entire community to enjoy! We are excited to come together and celebrate the holiday season with our neighbors, friends, and family. We truly appreciate your support in making this event possible!

Thank You, Republic Services! A heartfelt thank you to Republic Services for sponsoring the Magical Mineola event, which will be held downtown on Friday, December 6th, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thanks to the incredible generosity of sponsors like Republic Services, this event is completely free for the entire community to enjoy! We are excited to come together and celebrate the holiday season with our neighbors, friends, and family. We truly appreciate your support in making this event possible!

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Big thank you to our Public Works Department for getting our new 25-foot tree up! Magical Mineola will be bigger and better this year! 🎄

The Mineola Fire Department recently hosted the Kindergarten class from Mineola Primary School to teach the young students about fire safety in a fun and engaging way. The students enjoyed a lively puppet show that helped explain important fire safety tips, followed by a demonstration of what a firefighter looks like in their full protective gear. The children also had the chance to practice the life-saving technique of "Stop, Drop, and Roll" as part of the hands-on learning experience. A big thank you to the Mineola Fire Department team for their dedication and support in educating the community's youngest citizens: Aaron Munn, Operations Chief, Mike Davis, Firefighter, and Jamie Finley, Firefighter for their time and expertise!

The online payment portal is back up and running! Thank you for your patience with this matter. Payments can be made here: https://payments.mineola.com/stw_php/stwub/ubtipact.php

Save the Date! Dueling Pianos set for Saturday, February 22, 2025!

The City of Mineola encourages our community to have your voice heard by casting your vote! Voting for Precinct 2-2 takes place at City Hall from 7 a.m. -- 7 p.m. Voting for Precinct 2-1 & 2-3 takes place at the Mineola Civic Center from 7 a.m. -- 7 p.m. For information on voting maps please visit: https://elections.mywoodcounty.com/voter-information/precinct-maps/

Tomorrow is Election Day! Voting for Precinct 2-2 will take place at City Hall from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. . Voting for Precinct 2-1 and 2-3 will take place at the Mineola Civic Center. We encourage you to go out and Vote! Your voice counts! For more information on voting maps please visit https://elections.mywoodcounty.com/voter-information/precinct-maps/

🎉 Today is Homecoming! 🎉 The City of Mineola proudly supports the Mineola Yellow Jackets! Join us for the Homecoming Parade in historic downtown Mineola at 3:00 p.m. Don’t miss the Homecoming Court Recognition at 7:00 p.m., followed by kick-off against the Eustace Bulldogs at 7:30 p.m. at Meredith Memorial Stadium. Let’s show our spirit and go Jackets!😊

Happy Halloween! Please join the merchants downtown this evening from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. for the annual Trunk or Treat. This event will take place rain or shine! Stay safe & have fun!

We are happy to share that Mineola has been named 1 of 9 Most Comfortable Towns in Texas for Seniors by WorldAtlas! Be sure to check out the article here: https://www.worldatlas.com/cities/9-most-comfortable-towns-in-texas-for-seniors.html

Wood County officials have announced a burn ban effective immediately as of October 29, 2024. This decision is due to heightened fire risks in the area. Residents are urged to refrain from all outdoor burning activities, including campfires, fire pits, and any open flames.

Early voting is taking place at the Mineola Civic Center this week (10/28-11/1/2024) from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. We urge all citizens to have your voice heard by casting your votes. The Mineola Civic Center is located at 1150 North Newsom Street, Mineola, Texas 75773.

KLTV Weekend Wonders 2024 WINNER! Congratulations to the Mineola Nature Preserve for being voted the best park in East Texas! It's fantastic to see the community recognized for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities. Winning this award is an impressive achievement! This recognition highlights the hard work and dedication of everyone involved in maintaining and promoting the preserve. Here's to many more years of enjoying and celebrating the great outdoors in Mineola!

📣Its our last "regular" Mineola Farmers Market this Saturday! Come get your Christmas 🎅 shopping now! We'll be back on November 23rd and December 21st for our Holiday Markets. We are located at the train station pavilion from 8am to 1pm. This week's treats include: 🥚 farm fresh eggs 🥩 local natural beef 🍞 sour dough breads 🐝 local raw honey 🍰 home baked cakes and pies 🫙 canned jams and jellies 🍶 olive oil made locally 🧴 tonics and tinctures 🥬 Vegetables 🐾 Even homemade dog treats! Crafts available include: 🔸Charcuterie boards 🔸Handcrafted jewelry 🔸Scentsys for your home/car 🔸Pot holders and towels 🔸Homemade soaps and more! Come support your friends and neighbors! We're waiting for YOU!😀

Mark your calendars for the Birds of Prey Q&A event with a local falconer at the Mineola Nature Preserve Amphitheater on Saturday, November 2nd at 11:00 a.m.

Join us for a Historical marker dedication on West Commerce Street and Line Street for the East Texas Serenaders on Monday, October 21st from 5:00 pm to 6:00pm. Presented by the City of Mineola's Landmark Commission.

Join the Mineola Landmark Commission for the Dedication of the Big Sandy Creek Bridge (Renamed the Dr. John Thomas Bridge) Historical Marker on Saturday, October 19th at 11:00 a.m. at the Mineola Nature Preserve.

The 2024 Fall Hwy 80 sale is October 18th, 19th & 20th. It’s a Treasure paradise. Look for vendors set up all along Hwy 80.