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Wise county messenger update. at Decatur Church of Christ. Wise County EMS SCHOOL BONDS PASS IN BOYD, CHICO; FAIL IN BRIDGEPORT — Voters in two-of-three Wise County school districts with bonds on the ballot voted to approve the referendums in Saturday’s election. to 5:30 p. 16, 2022: BOIL WATER NOTICE: The City of Boyd issued a boil water notice Tuesday WELCOME TO WISE — Copies of Welcome to Wise 2024, the Wise County Messenger’s annual visitors and newcomers guide, are now available for free at the The app will allow you to receive push notifications of breaking news, daily update, sports and more. Main St. 2 Child flown to Metroplex hospital after near-drowning. today as the temperature had dipped to around 10 degrees just before day break. The 13-year-old girl WISE COUNTY CHAMBER LUNCHEON — The Wise County Chamber Luncheon is 11:45 a. 16 in Bridgeport and 0. The Boyd and Cottondale dumpsites will close on their following business day Jan. One more patient Update for Tuesday, May 21, 2024 By Messenger Staff . Cars can begin to line up in the Bridgeport Middle School parking lot starting at 7:30 a. 17, 2021: WHEELER ARRESTED FOR THEFT FROM CITY — Former Aurora city administrator Toni Wheeler turned herself in to the Wise County Jail Thursday on a charge of theft of property more than $300,000 by a public servant, a first degree felony offense. Wise County was included in a flash flood warning until 9 a. 3 1 killed in wreck. -2 p. LIBRARY BOOK SALE — The Decatur Library Foundation is holding a book sale through Friday. The event is free with breakfast and coffee provided. on May 03, 2024 Wise County Water Control and Improvement District No. You can also find all the stories you love in the Messenger Welcome to Wise County On the Web. 1. 5 Update for Thursday, September 12, 2024. 2. Sunday through Thursday for bridge deck replacement beginning next week and continuing through fall 2024. SERVICES for Linda Jo Update for Thursday, June 6, 2024 By Messenger Staff Read more in today’s Wise County Messenger or online here. According to Boyd Police Chief Jason Schmidt, Cooper was suspected of breaking into the Boyd ISD field DENSE FOG ADVISORY — Wise County is under a dense fog advisory until 10 a. 45 inches. FUNERALS — Service for Rosa Lopez, 80, Update for Monday, August 12, 2024. 287 Free Access. 81/287 in Decatur. About Us. 5 Mr. Rain total for the month was 1. 5 Armed man killed by deputies. The sale will be open to the public beginning Tuesday and continue through Friday from 10 a. Boyd (25-8) opens a ENJOY THE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND — The Wise County Messenger will be closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day. As of 7:45 a. House District 26) and Angela RAINFALL REPORT — Yesterday’s storms brought less than an inch of rain to most parts of Wise County. Cars can begin to line up in the Bridgeport Middle School parking lot at 7:30 a. He weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and was 19 inches long. The head-on collision involved three vehicles, according to Wise County EMS Administrator Randall Preuninger. 30. Engine 1 arrived at the scene and requested assistance from Bridgeport. WE ARE DECATUR A full list of polling locations was featured in last week’s Wise County Messenger and can be found online at wcmessenger. Three people in the Silverado pickup were not injured. 81/287 IN RHOME — U. at Bull Memorial Stadium. today at that location as well as Alvord City Hall, Boyd Community Center and Bridgeport Community You can also read a story in the current issue of the Wise County Messenger or online here. Glenn Hejny, 58, of Ennis was found on the second floor of the courthouse at around 6:40 a. Juan Gutierrez, the single vehicle accident occurred at approximately 3:45 a. Update for Thursday December 1, 2022 By Messenger Staff 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 BACK TO SCHOOL ISSUE — This week’s Wise County Messenger includes a number of stories and information to help you prepare for the first day of school. Paul’s Prep Saturday at Nazarene Christian Academy in Crowley. A helicopter ambulance was dispatched to the scene, but Update for Friday, September 13, 2024 RHOME APPROVES DECATUR DISPATCH AGREEMENT — Following a near 18-month struggle to identify its future emergency UPDATE for Tuesday, Sept. JURY DELIVERS 60-YEAR SENTENCE FOR SEX CRIME — A Wise County man was sentenced to 60 years in prison Thursday after a jury found him guilty of two counts of aggravated sexual assault of a disabled person. No Update will be published, but any breaking news will be published at wcmessenger. Eleven people have been convicted in federal court as part of a drug trafficking organization based in Wise County. 25 NAMES RELEASED IN THURSDAY FATALITY WRECK — The Texas Department of Public Safety released the names of one person killed and two others injured after a fatality wreck near Boyd Thursday. This is YOUR Wise County Messenger, a community newspaper serving Wise County. DFD BEGINS NEW SHIFT SCHEDULE — Decatur Fire Department is leaving the 24-hour shift schedule behind in 2023. McDuff, 87, of Paradise is 10 a. and involved two sedans, according to Wise County EMS Administrator Randall Preuninger. on July 10, 2024 Korea and Vietnam veteran and a member of Wise County Veterans Group — along with Alfred Westfall, Wise County Veterans Group commander, joined the Liberty Jump Team at the 80th Anniversary of D-Day in Normandy, France, May 31 to June 10. 5 NISD purchases land for future Wise County schools. His body was located as the superintendent of the project STUCKY TO HAVE WISE COUNTY OFFICE — Wise County commissioners approved an agreement to allow Lyle Dresher, the district liaison for Texas Representative Lynn Stucky (R-Sanger), to use an office in the Veterans Service Office to meet with constituents. Alvord Fire Chief Heather Redder said the blaze started at about 1 p. PRIEFERT CHUTE SIDE TRAINING — The Wise County Extension office invites you to a chute side training 8-10 a. This month’s program will be highlights from the just-completed Texas Democratic Convention in El Paso. 16 to 79 degrees on Jan. 4 Update for Thursday, September 5, 2024. Update for Tuesday, September 3, 2024. 281, just north of Perrin. A full list of voting locations is featured in this week’s Wise County Messenger and online (free access) at wcmessenger. 69 in Alvord and 0. After joining the Decatur City Council in 2004, Woodruff would go on to lead as Decatur’s mayor for eight-and-a-half years. edu or 940-627-3341. Today’s forecast includes patchy fog this morning with a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms later this afternoon. Stats were not available as of the Messenger’s Update deadline. WRAPPING UP A STORMY WEEK — Wise County saw another round of storms yesterday and overnight, and there’s a slight chance of more storms today. 3 Update for Tuesday, September 10, 2024. FUNERAL for Homer Allen Horton, 74, of Paradise is 1:30 p. Ricketts is from Olney, and his 2024 project “940” will surely resonate with 1 KILLED IN DECATUR WRECK — A man was killed Thursday morning in a two-vehicle wreck on North Farm Road 51 in Decatur. PLEASE do not give information about the kind/color of vehicles involved! Social STORM REPORT — Severe storms moved through the south part of Wise County last night. STORMS POSSIBLE — After most of Wise County missed out on the rain in the area Sunday, we have another chance of storms today. LIBRARY BOOK SALE — The Decatur Library Foundation will hold a book sale today through Friday. Autopsy results are expected to be returned later in April, Akin said. It includes $11. His 16 years of service on the council — and A list of the places up for election this May was included in last week’s Wise County Messenger. WILDFIRE RELIEF BENEFIT — WC Challenger Charities will host a Wise County Wildfire Relief Benefit for Panhandle Update for Wednesday, August 25, 2021 By Messenger Staff In the region of more than 8 million people, 69 ICU beds are available. A 2001 Ford Ranger was southbound on FM 1655 when the Submit through the website, or send them to news@wcmessenger. Farm Road 51 in Decatur; Alvord City Hall, 215 W. Do not be alarmed by heavy police presence at the location. , Alvord City Hall at 215 W. 84 in Decatur and 1. Contested races include Decatur School Board, Northwest School Board, Boyd City Council, Decatur City Council, Lake Bridgeport City Council and Runaway Bay City Read more about Wise County students competing at state in the current issue of the Wise County Messenger on newsstands now. on February 12, 2024 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Voters can go to any of the four early voting locations in the county: the main early voting location at the Wise County Fairgrounds Women’s Building, 3101 S. and 3 p. 5 Editor’s note: Addie Prince is a student reporter for the Wise County Messenger. Sunday at the Methodist Camp overlooking Lake Bridgeport. Contractor found dead inside Wise County Courthouse FREE. The Bridgeport Sissies (8-12-1) ended their season with a 5-0 first-round loss to Benbrook. Update for Friday, July 12, 2024 By Messenger Staff 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas Wise County EMS Administrator Randall Preuninger said both patients were in serious condition when they were transported. on May 21, 2024 The main early voting location at the Wise County Fairgrounds Women’s Building was the busiest polling location with 506 votes cast. Update for Thursday, May 23, 2024 By Messenger Staff Read more in today’s Wise County Messenger or online here. Austin James Acree, 18, of Decatur and Justin Wayne Carl, 21, of Big Spring were indicted by a Wise County grand jury last week for the first degree felony offense of murder. This is YOUR Wise County Messenger, a community newspaper UPDATE for Thursday, Aug. Call Natalie Bilby at 940-683-3412. Chico (4-13, 0-1) is participating in the Gordon Read more in this week’s Wise County Messenger or online here. 4 in Greenwood, 1. According to Wise County EMS administrator Randall Preuninger, the wreck Decatur and Runaway Bay city councils have also drawn contested races. 1 KILLED IN CHICO WRECK — A man was killed Friday evening in a two-vehicle wreck near Chico. UPDATE for Tuesday, May 24, 2022: MANOUSHAGIAN APPOINTED AS COURT-AT-LAW NO. Call 940-627-3341 or email karly. Greenwood-Slidell Volunteer Fire Department and Wise County EMS were dispatched to the major accident around 8 p. com. FLASH FLOOD WARNING — Heavy rain was falling in Decatur as Update was going to press this morning. The fair continues throughout the Read more in Thursday’s Wise County Messenger. Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin said 911 Wise County Messenger · May 20, 2022 Wise County Messenger limited who can comment on this post. Temperatures ranged from a low of 9 degrees on Jan. Since February of 1997, we have served as the Internet portal for those who have an interest in Wise County, Texas. Early voting continues 7 a. UPDATE for Tuesday, Aug. According to a news release from the WCSO, a search warrant was issued yesterday at the Punjabi Dhabba restaurant at 4566 North U. Zion Baptist Church HONKY TONK TUNES AT REUNION TONIGHT — The 143rd Wise County Old Settlers Reunion free concert series continues tonight and Saturday at Joe Wheeler Park in Decatur. Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements. 43,892 likes · 3,808 talking about this. 81/287 and Farm Road 1655, near the Alvord water tower. update: Wise County EMS has confirmed this is a fatality wreck. HORTICULTURE CLUB EVENT — The Wise County Horticulture Club is hosting “A DISD BOARD TO CONSIDER VOTE ON 4-DAY WEEK — The Decatur School Board will discuss and take possible action on a four-day school week for the 2024-2025 school year as part of Monday’s regular board meeting agenda. The single-vehicle rollover wreck occurred at about 8:30 p. 5 Update for Friday, September 6, 2024. , 82, of Decatur is 10:30 a. “Preliminary information Wise County Judge J. WRECK VICTIM IDENTIFIED — An Azle man was killed after colliding with an 18-wheeler while attempting to turn onto Texas 114 from Farm Road 51 Tuesday afternoon. On Tuesday, the department moved to a 48-hour on-duty, 96-hour off-duty shift schedule. . 43,938 likes · 4,180 talking about this. at Paradise High School. Northwest (9-2) rallied in the fourth quarter to claim a 40-37 victory against Midlothian at Midlothian Read more in this week’s Wise County Messenger. 27, 2022: COVID-19 PATIENT NUMBERS INCREASE AT WHS — The number of COVID-19 patients admitted at Wise Health System continues to Download the app for free and get the daily Update, in-depth news coverage, sports stories and print editions from the Wise County Messenger. 1 and Boyd Police Department responded to the emergency. 3 Update for Friday, August 23, 2024. today. Cates, Decatur; Bridgeport Elementary, 1408 Update for Monday, August 12, 2024 By Messenger Staff DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETING — The Wise County Democratic Party will meet 6 p. 21, and the STATE CROSS COUNTRY — Northwest’s Cooper Lutkenhaus will be the first Wise County runner on the course at Round Rock’s Old Settlers Park, competing in the 5A boys 5K today at 9:10 a. 3 Salado in penalty kicks in a 4A area-round match Visit wcmessenger. Wise County EMS and Update for Monday, January 29, 2024 By Messenger Staff Read more in the current Wise County Messenger or online here. today at County Line Cowboy Church in Sunset. It will include singing, a message, Update for Tuesday, November 14, 2023 By Messenger Staff GIRLS BASKETBALL — The first Wise County showdown will be held today, as Paradise (2-0) hosts Slidell (0-2) 6:15 p. com now. If driving, slow down, use your low-beam headlights, and leave plenty of distance between you and the vehicle ahead of you. Read more in the upcoming Wise County Messenger. Update for Monday, August 26, 2024. In an email to parents Wednesday, the district provided information about the four-day instructional week, BOYD HOME DESTROYED IN FIRE — A two-story home north of Boyd was destroyed in a structure fire Friday afternoon. View uploads from the Wise Up podcast, and additional content. west@ag. Wise County is included in a flood watch through Friday morning. 2 Woman arrested in early morning house fires. , several Wise County agencies responded to the blaze in the 1500 block of County Road 4360 north of Boyd. . SCV MEETING — The Sons of FIRE DESTROYS ALVORD BUSINESS — An Alvord business suffered extensive damage as several Wise County fire departments battled flames and the sweltering heat Saturday. Wise County Court and Jail Database. Update for Wednesday, October 11, 2023 By Messenger Staff 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627 Boyd (7-9) rallied in the second half to beat Alvord (9-7) in a Wise County showdown, 64-61. 3 Deputy Constable defeated Wise County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Craig Johnson 4,864-2,876, or 63 to 37 percent. COSMIC ADVENTURES AT CHICO LIBRARY — Kids of all ages are invited to join the Cosmic Adventures at the Chico Public Library 11 a. The new plan includes a three percent general pay increase for all Read more in Thursday’s Wise County Messenger. A story will be posted when information is released. News; Update for Monday, September 9, 2024. morgan@ag. Thursday. 2 1 killed in wreck. Jail records indicate she posted $100,000 bond and was released. We’ve Download the app to access the daily Update, in-depth news coverage, sports stories and print editions from the Wise County Messenger. Wednesday at the Wise County Fairgrounds Women’s Building in Decatur. Dorothy Dell Harris, 50, of Boyd was pronounced dead at the scene by Wise County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Kim Redman. Call 940-626-4585. FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT — Storms were rolling into Wise County this morning, bringing threats of heavy rain, hail and damaging winds. 5 COMMUNITY LEADER MARTIN WOODRUFF DIES — Martin Woodruff, a community pillar most known for his years of service to the City of Decatur, died Monday. She remained in the Wise County Jail Wednesday morning with 1 DEAD, MULTIPLE LOCAL TEENS INJURED IN WRECK — The Texas Department of Public Safety worked a fatality accident involving multiple Wise County minors early Sunday morning on U. -3 p. He was 75. Update for Monday, September 9, 2024. Contact Marty Morgan at marty. Bring your own lunch, dessert and drinks will be furnished. A man was shot near Paradise early Wise County Messenger. Candidates for Congressional District 26, Texas House District 64 and Wise County Sheriff will be in attendance. Wise County was under the weather Wise County EMS and New Fairview Fire Department responded and were able to extricate the patient. today and Wednesday at a special clinic in the former Fit-N-Wise area. Update for Wednesday, August 21, 2024 By Messenger Staff 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South RAMBLIN’ RITA — Ramblin’ Rita will be at Decatur Public Library today to share Texas Tall Tales as part of the library’s Summer Reading Program. Bridgeport (15-3-1, 7-2) will face Castleberry in its league finale 5:30 p. Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements. Visibility is one-quarter mile or less in dense fog. Update for Tuesday, May 14, 2024 By Messenger Staff COUNTY APPROVES ISSUANCE OF TAX NOTES FOR CAPITAL FUNDING PLAN — Wise County Commissioners Monday approved the authorization of the issuance of tax notes to cover the county’s capital funding plan in the amount of $9,874,000. Monday at Weatherford College Wise County. Against tough competition, Meeks’ prize steer was judged as the top entry in the arena, as the Alvord 4-H student and his European steer were awarded the grand champion Update for Friday, August 4, 2023 STUFF THE BUS EVENT — Greater Denton/Wise County Association of Realtors is accepting school supply donations benefiting Decatur ISD students. Programs are at 10:30 a. Update for Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Items include late-breaking and PARADISE TRUSTEE, CHILDREN KILLED IN PLANE CRASH — A Paradise ISD school board member was one of three people reportedly killed in a plane crash Sunday afternoon in Parker County. They COUNTY EYES TAX RATE INCREASE — A budget crunch caused by a significant slide in local mineral values may lead to Wise County’s first property tax rate increase in at least 17 years. com or in the March 23 issue of the Wise County Messenger. Call Decatur Public Library at 940-393-0290. The Messenger operated in different locations in the county early in its existence, has been published in Decatur, Texas since 1885. Update for Tuesday September 14, 2021 By Messenger Staff . The Sissies’ Anna Green and Gracie Update for Monday, July 8, 2024 By Messenger Staff . 5 Wise County EMS Marine 1, Medic 2 and Rescue 1 all responded to the scene near Wise County Park. , Alvord reported quarter-size hail and 4. Hodges said the two Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin said around 6:40 p. Friday at Russell Feed Store in Decatur, 1817 N U. Update for Monday, February 12, 2024 By Messenger Staff . Man shot in Paradise. Read more in this week’s Wise County Messenger on newsstands today or online here. Rescuers had to extricate at least one patient from a vehicle according to radio traffic of first responders MAN ARRESTED FOR MURDER OF ATHENA STRAND — Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin Friday night announced Tanner Lynn Horner, 31, who lives near Lake Worth has been arrested and charged with capital murder and aggravated kidnapping in the case of the missing 7-year-old Cottondale resident Athena Strand. 4 Update for Friday, August 23, 2024. The app is free to download and includes the UPDATE for Thursday, Jan. Update is an 8 1/2 x 11 newssheet of the early news of the day. today through Thursday morning. INFORMATION WANTED ON MAILBOX VANDALISM — The Wise County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information about the suspect responsible for intentionally running over multiple mailboxes in the area of Farm Road 920 and Farm Road 2210 in the Boonsville/Balsora area south of Bridgeport. today RHOME COUNCIL CALLS $17. FUNERALS — Service for Johny E. 3, 2024. 5 6 HURT IN COTTONDALE AREA WRECK — Six people were injured, including one critically, in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Farm Roads 51 and 2123 Thanksgiving afternoon. Festivities begin at 10:30 As Wise County’s population continues to surge, the demands for services rise alongside the head count. 3 Update for Tuesday, August 27, 2024. 5 CHICO STUDENT DIES IN ACCIDENT — A Chico Middle School student died after being injured in an ATV accident Wednesday night. Wise County Messenger Update. UPDATE for Monday, April 18, 2022: COUNCIL SIGNALS SUPPORT FOR CITY ADMINISTRATOR — Rhome city council members Stay current with all the latest and breaking news from Wise County Messenger. Forgot Account? About the Wise County Messenger Established in 1880, the Wise County Messenger is one of Wise County’s oldest business institutions and its largest newspaper. Race Ricketts and Slade Coulter will deliver original Texas tunes starting at 9 p. 2 Subscribe to the Wise County Messenger; Change Your Address; Cancel Your Subscription; Log In; Account; Subscribe; SUBSCRIBERS. Officers are conducting an investigation to determine who left the backpack on school grounds. BOYS BASKETBALL — Decatur (11-5) returns to the court for a home battle against Nocona today at 3:30 p. Decatur (2-0) welcomes Van Alstyne to Eagle Gym for a non-district battle tonight at 6:15 p. 1 Update for Tuesday, September 10, 2024. AREA TRACK — Boyd and Paradise will compete at the District 9/10-3A area championships today at 3 HURT IN WRECK — Three people were injured in a two-vehicle accident in the northbound lanes of Farm Road 51 south of County Road 2425 in the Greenwood-Slidell area Thursday night. Wise County Messenger. Saturday at the Decatur Rail Yard, 205 N Read more online here or in the upcoming edition of the Wise County Messenger. Delivered free to numerous businesses and public offices throughout the county. Tuesday at Fairfield Inn and Suites, 1910 U. FUNERALS — Service for Gary Zane Gardner, 78, is 2 p. In the news writing category, the Messenger was recognized for its coverage of the kidnapping and murder USE CAUTION IN CONSTRUCTION ZONE — Construction continues on Farm Road 730 north of Boyd with crews currently milling the existing surface of the roadway from County Road 4470 to Walnut Creek in order to replace it with a new asphalt surface. The incident happened on Jan. Bradley Dale Higgins, 61, was taken into custody at the conclusion of the three-day trial in 271st District Court in Candidates running for Wise and Denton County Sheriff, House District 64, Senate District 12 and Wise County Commissioner Precincts 1 and 3 have been invited to attend. The winner will receive a Log In. DECATUR ARTISAN MARKET — The first Decatur Artisan Market of 2024 is 9 a. 4 FLOOD WATCH ISSUED — Wise County will be under a flood watch from 10 a. on April 09, 2024 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER DAY — A mayoral proclamation declared that yesterday was Wise County Messenger Day and Roy Eaton Day in Decatur. V. 81/287 after the death of a Sunset man March 9. Even with an estimated total of 73,211 county residents last year, with no signs of slowing down anytime soon, adequate access to a healthy lifestyle is lagging behind. on September 14, 2021 . Suggestion box: Local candidates for Decatur road names Update for Monday, September 9, 2024. The cost of the proposed bond will be divided into three projects: $3 million for improvements to water infrastructure and water well drilling; $11 million for constructing, HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING — The Wise County Historical Society will hold its general meeting noon Thursday at Grace Baptist Church in Decatur. O. 81/287 east Kendal Cross and Lucas Skinner of Forestburg announce the birth of a son, Sharp Lane, March 29, 2024 at Medical City Decatur. Results will be posted as they are available tonight at wcmessenger. com to see the Wise County Messenger’s full Reunion preview. 380 in Decatur. 4 in Alvord and Greenwood. PARADISE INCREASES WATER RATES — The Paradise City Council Monday approved an increase to the city’s water rates, with a $5 increase to the base rate (up to 1,000 gallons per NEW CHARGES FILED IN MURDER CASE — The two people arrested for murder of a Decatur teenager last week have been charged with trying to tamper with evidence in the case. FREE Suspect arrested in Panhandle, Amber Alert canceled. My path . Tuesday at Faith Baptist Church, 2882 W. Candidates running for Wise and Denton County Sheriff, House District 64, Senate District 12 and Wise County Commissioner Precincts 1 and 3 have been invited to attend. Box 149, Decatur, TX 76234; or drop them by 115 S. Click this link: Access award-winning community journalism from the Wise County Messenger, covering local news in North Texas since 1880. YOUTH FAIR RETURNS — The 72nd Annual Wise County Youth Fair begins today at the Wise County Fairgrounds in Decatur. It’s a free, family event with more than 18,000 eggs, a live DJ with music, Easter Bunny photos and fun activities. at about 10 a. Compare headlines and media bias behind news outlets on stories breaking today. on November 11, 2022 VETERANS SPECIAL SECTION — A Veterans Day 2022 special section honoring local veterans is featured in the Friday Wise County Messenger. 5 Two Minute Drill: Dragons blow out Eagles to claim first win Free FUNERALS — No Service is scheduled for Porfiria Zapata-Garza, 74, of Decatur. Elm; Boyd Community Center, 420 E. 7 of an inch in Cottondale, 0. 81/287. On the recommendation of Wise County Fire Marshal Jeff Doughty, Wise County Commissioners voted Monday to replace it’s current weather-based burn ban with a 90-day ban on outdoor burning. Hawkins BOYS SOCCER — Decatur (12-6, 7-2) will close out District 8-4A play with a home battle against Springtown today at 5:30 p. 1 reportedly killed in motorcycle wreck - Wise County Messenger. 12 Decatur Lady Eagles improved to 14-6 with a sweep against 3A 11th-ranked Gunter, WCCA CLOSURES — The Wise County Committee on Aging office and OWLS Activity Center will be closed Monday, Dec. 9-12-24 E-Edition. FUNERALS — Service for Milton Andress, 88, of Boyd is 10:30 a. 644 million for About the Wise County Messenger. By 8:25 p. According to Texas DPS Sgt. Social begins at 6 p. Update for Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Reese Christian came off the bench and led the Lady Eagles in scoring with 12 second-half points. Heath Smith and his six-year-old and eight-year-old sons; the new Lost Battalion Memorial Highway; an important sports update and more on Episode 9 of the podcast. STANDOFF ENDS IN STRUCTURE FIRE, 1 INJURY — A standoff-turned-fire in the 200 block of Valley Street ended with one man seriously injured in the early hours of Friday morning in Lake Bridgeport. The event featured a live auction, food trucks, dancing and Update for Monday, June 12, 2023 By Messenger Staff This week’s Wise County Messenger will feature full coverage from this past weekend. Bernard Meisner will give a presentation on how to create an interactive book to share with family. We should see a sunny day today with a high around 71 with an overnight low of 48. in Decatur (parking and entrance on north side of building), Boyd Community Center at 420 E. and 4 p. Andrew Messenger netted 22 points, but Paradise (7-5) was unable to keep up with Holliday in a 52-44 loss. Update for Friday, March 22, 2024 By Messenger Staff 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 The following days I received emails from the Wise County Messenger and was offered the opportunity to write for them. MOBILE FOOD PANTRY — First United Methodist Church Bridgeport will have its mobile food pantry 8-9:30 a. Traffic on U. BOYS BASKETBALL — Alvord (9-10, 0-1) will begin competing in the Rio Vista tournament today. 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, Wise County commissioners reviewed proposed changes to the county’s subdivision and development rules Monday, setting a public hearing Nov. Smoke was visible from the © 2019 - 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 DECATUR PD TRAINING — Decatur Police Department will continue conducting training at Young Elementary today. According to Wise County Jail records, 17-year-old Austin James Acree was charged with tampering with or fabricating physical evidence with intent to APARTMENT IN DOWNTOWN DECATUR CATCHES FIRE — Multiple fire departments responded to an apartment fire on the Decatur Square in a building connected to Sweetie Pie’s Ribeyes Tuesday afternoon. BLOOD DRIVE — Wise County Medical and Surgical in Decatur will host a Carter BloodCare blood drive 10 a. Update for Wednesday, July 17, 2024 By Messenger Staff was booked into the Wise County Jail June 10 by Boyd Police Department on one count of burglary of a building. According to Stanford, the victim, 39-year-old James Brown III, was pronounced dead at Medical City Decatur at 1:35 p. Update for Monday, August 26, 2024 By Messenger Staff 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | MOBILE FOOD PANTRY — First Methodist Bridgeport will have a mobile food pantry 8-9:30 a. 3 1 critically injured in wreck. The patient was found 150-160 feet down in the rocky terrain between the West Fork of the Trinity River and Lake Bridgeport at Pick up a copy of today’s Wise County Messenger to see the entire All-Wise team. on County Road 4681, about one mile west of County Road 4680. U. 4 Two Minute Drill: Dragons blow out Eagles to claim first win Free Access. The incident also prompted an Amber Alert for two young children who were later located safe. Clark said that the county is planning to begin the construction of EMS Station 5 this year. According to Alvord Fire Department assistant chief Jordan Hodges, crews were dispatched to a manufactured home in the 1900 block of Parker Dairy Road at about 6:15 a. on May 16, 2022 Hall at 215 W. on April 04, 2024 SHERIFF AKIN BOOK SIGNING — Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin will be signing copies of his book “The Point: Dawn of the Texas Meth War” 2 p. According to Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin, Stephen Cooley, 47, of Lake Bridgeport reportedly got into an altercation with young adults Wise County District Attorney James Stainton said that Wheeler will also have to forfeit property she owns in Aurora which shows to have a market value of $268,000 according to the Wise County Appraisal District. FUNERALS — Memorial for Ronny Pemberton D. FILING PERIOD FOR MAY ELECTION OPENS — The filing period for the May 4 city and school elections opens today. Refreshments will be provided. Update for Friday April 7, 2023 By Messenger Staff 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | COMMUNITY DAY — Hometown Building Centers in Bridgeport will host Community Day today featuring a free lunch from 10 a. 81/287 north and southbound will be closed at FM 3433 in Rhome from 9 p. today at Hawkins Funeral Home Read more in the Friday Wise County Messenger or online now. 8 million bond issuance approved by the court in May. Four ambulances Wise County Messenger Update: Wise County Court and Jail Database: Liberally Lean From The Land Of Dairy Queen: Wise County Messenger Articles: Wise County Jail Inmate List: County Real Estate Values: County Cemetery Records: Football Archives: Today's Wise County Docket Criminal Cases Filed Yesterday / Civil Cases Filed Visit wcmessenger. com, mail them to the editor, Wise County Messenger, P. 2 Update for Thursday, September 12, 2024. Within minutes, the HOLIDAY CLOSING — Wise County Public Works and Decatur dumpsite will close Monday. Paradise resident Heath Smith, who is listed as the school board’s Place 3 member and current vice president, was one of three people FIRE DAMAGES DECATUR SQUARE RESTAURANT — A fire caused the evacuation of several businesses on the Decatur Square Tuesday morning. Today’s forecast calls for cooler temperatures with a high around 59 and an Wise County District Attorney James Stainton said probation was offered once Fletcher paid $18,000 in remaining restitution for an earlier separate case related to a theft from the Decatur Baseball League. First responders were dispatched to 213 W. on Farm Road 730 south of County Road 4868 north of the county line. GIRLS PLAYOFF SOCCER RESULTS — Decatur (14-7) ended its season with a 4-2 loss against No. and crews arrived within a couple of minutes, Decatur Fire Chief PUBLIC SAFETY FALL FESTIVAL — The Wise County Sheriff’s Office will host its annual Wise County Public Safety Fall Festival 6-9 tonight at the Wise County Fairgrounds in Decatur. FOOTBALL TEAMS ADVANCE IN PLAYOFFS — The VCA Patriots (8-2) punched their ticket back to the TCAF Division II state final with a 48-0 shutout win over Arlington’s St. 25m. Update for Thursday, July 18, 2024 By Messenger Staff The best local baseball and softball players from this past season are featured in the All-Wise teams in this week’s Wise County Messenger on newsstands today. 4 Update for Friday, May 3, 2024 By Messenger Staff . 5 Update for Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Friday at Cottondale Baptist Church with burial at Paradise Submit News Items for Update Newsroom: Submit Update InformationName* First Last Email* City of Residence* City Daytime PhoneUpdate Information Δ MESSENGER WINS SWEEPSTAKES — The Wise County Messenger won the Sweepstakes Award for Division 4 Large Weeklies in the North and East Texas Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest. Both remain in MAY ELECTION FILINGS CONTINUE — Filings for the May 4 elections continued this week, and Wise County already has contested races at two schools and four cities. -2:30 p. VOLLEYBALL RESULTS — The 4A No. at the intersection of Farm Roads 1810 and 1655. Hail reports ranged from pea-sized to larger than golf ball-sized around Rhome. Tuesday at Fairfield Inn and Suites in Decatur. m. The Messenger is the second to be recognized as part of a recent Decatur EDC effort to shine a light on businesses for BOYD EASTER EGG HUNT — The City of Boyd’s annual Easter egg hunt is 3-5 p. The Decatur Fire Department responded to a report of a fire at a residential structure in the 1000 block of North Miller around 4:30 p. The Land Of Dairy Queen. 2 Update for Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Tuesday morning in Wise County. Food is provided for 275 families, with items varying each month but typically include meat, vegetables and fruit. Wise Up, a podcast by the Wise County Messenger in Decatur, Texas, is a candid, twice-a-month conversation with members of the Wise County community. 3 Decatur considers TIRZ district that covers 30 percent of the city. 5 million bond election at a special meeting Saturday. Horner is being held GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MEETING — The Wise County Genealogical Society meets 5:30 p. The app is free and includes push Wise County Messenger @WCMessenger UPDATE for Wednesday, Nov. 1 CRITICALLY HURT IN FALL AT LAKE SPILLWAY — One person in critical condition was flown to a Fort Worth hospital after reportedly falling in the Lake Bridgeport spillway near Farm Road 1658 Sunday night. At 11:20 p. 2 Update for Tuesday, August 27, 2024. 5M BOND — The Rhome City Council approved a resolution calling a $17. 74 inches in Decatur, 1. BRENDAN MARCHAND | WCMESSENGER Bridgeport ISD announced Friday that it is searching Wise County Messenger, Decatur, TX. EAGLES SOAR BACK TO 7-ON-7 STATE TOURNAMENT — For the second consecutive year, the Decatur Eagles will attempt to bring home a summer title. Established in 1880, the Wise County Messenger is one of Wise County’s oldest business institutions and its largest newspaper. Family visitation is 6-8 tonight at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur. A full list of filings is included in today’s Wise County Messenger. By Austin Jackson | on August 16, 2024 This free e-edition features, recaps, photos and box scores from Wise County's Friday night football games. 2 Update for Thursday, Update for Thursday, April 25, 2024 Passport to Lake Bridgeport” special section highlighting our West Wise recreation spot is included in this week’s Wise County Messenger on newsstands today. 4 FIRES PROMPT EVACUATIONS, MASSIVE RESPONSE — Some Runaway Bay residents evacuated their homes as multiple Wise County fire departments, state and surrounding county resources battled a grass fire that threatened around 180 homes in the area. The business will also present donations to various area entities. -1 p. tamu. 2 INDICTED FOR MURDER OF TEEN — Two men have been indicted for murder in the death of 19-year-old Decatur resident Matthew Ryan Brown. Sunday. Read more in the Wise County Messenger on newsstands now or online here. In that tax note Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin said no foul play is suspected at this time. Sunday at NRS Ranch, 4650 S. D. While Wise County was in a flood watch 4-H CLOVER CRAZE — Wise County 4-H will launch a new year with Clover Craze 5 to 7 p. With a 4-0 record at the Brownwood state qualifier Update for Tuesday, April 16, 2024 WILDFIRE FUNDRAISER TOTALS — Hundreds of Wise County and local residents gathered at the Wise County Fairgrounds Sunday afternoon and raised more than $145,000 for victims of the Panhandle wildfires and Panhandle fire departments. Viewing of items will be available 4-6 p. Robert Morairity, 45, was indicted Thursday by a Wise County grand jury on one count of capital murder and two counts of tampering A full list of voting locations was featured in last week’s Wise County Messenger and online at wcmessenger. Update for Thursday, April 4, 2024 By Messenger Staff . The expenditure was funded through the county’s $9. Large flames were visible as first responders arrived at the scene. Wise County Judge J. 5 Death toll rises in wreck on U. ; and Bridgeport Community Center, 1102 Lawdwin Ave. 53 in Cottondale. 4-H and FCCLA foods and crafts will be judged along with horticulture. Orange and Royal Blue: Dax Davis inks country music record deal. Sandra Kay Low, 78, of Decatur went to be with our Lord Wednesday, July 31, 2024. He is survived by daughters, Brenda Gutierrez and husband, CANDIDATE FORUM — A Wise County Republican Primary Candidate Forum will be held Thursday at Rise Church in Decatur. -7 p. 87 in Alvord, 1. The investigation into the organization, which was suspected of selling methamphetamine and heroin in Wise County and surrounding areas, began in August EARLY VOTING BEGINS — Early voting for the May 7 election begins today at the county’s four normal early voting locations: Wise County Court Office Building, 308 W. 3 Update for Tuesday, August 13, 2024. FUNERALS — Visitation for Jimmy Allen Richards, 83, of Decatur is 6-8 tonight at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur. The body was sent for an autopsy to determine cause and manner of death. DECATUR HOUSE FIRE — No injuries were reported in a house fire in the city of Decatur Wednesday afternoon. Funeral was Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Rhome Church of Christ with burial that BROTHER ARRESTED IN SHOOTING — A 33-year-old Alvord man was shot Tuesday night resulting in the arrest of his brother. 3 Update for Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Trinity St. GIRLS BASKETBALL RESULTS — Decatur (24-5) moved to 6-0 in District 8-4A by sweeping the Battle of Big Sandy series against Bridgeport (20-10, 3-3) with a 31-22 win Tuesday at Bridgeport High School. Saturday at the Decatur Rail Yard, 205 N COUNTY CALLS FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY UPGRADES — Wise County Commissioners Monday passed a resolution urging the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) to address an “ongoing hazard” on U. 4 Shooting victim dies Free Access. Susan Jane Swan, 59, was taken into custody at her home at 205 Tryall Drive in Runaway Bay. Read more in today’s Wise County Messenger. Trinity in Decatur between 9 a. Friday. Log-In; Read Latest Edition; Archived E-Editions; Subscribe; HOME; NEWS. GIRLS SOCCER — Bridgeport (8-9-1, 5-4) will host Castleberry in the District 8-4A finale tonight at 7:15 p. Stanford said the name of the suspect, who was booked into the Wise County Jail, will be released later. Search for: Search Submit. Shortly after 4 p. Boyd ISD’s $20 million, single-proposition bond passed by a margin of 405-360 (53 to 47 percent). The resolution approved unanimously called for the crossover and intersection Update for Wednesday, March 29, 2023 By Messenger Staff . The app is updated Wise County on the Web. 4 Armed man killed by deputies. LOCAL INFORMATION. on March 29, 2023 Read a full story online at wcmessenger. 14, 2021: COUNTY TAKES STANCE ON VACCINE MANDATE — Wise County will not require its employees to receive COVID-19 Wise County Messenger, Decatur, TX. According to a preliminary crash report provided by Texas UPDATE for Tuesday, Dec. S. 9-5-24 E-Edition. FUNERALS — Service for Verona Cobb, 86, of Decatur is 11 a. According to Wise County EMS Administrator Randall Preuninger, the child was in “serious condition. Today’s high will be around Read more in today’s Wise County Messenger or online here. Learn about the available community clubs and project groups and learn more about 4-H. 8-29-24 E-Edition. -6 a. 2024 Wise County Messenger 11 convicted in meth ring - Wise County Messenger. 81/287 north and southbound will be detoured to the frontage May Ralph Clifton May was born in Dallas on March 2, 1939 and was called home by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on March 2, 2024; his 85th birthday. Saturday at Snodgrass Park, 501 W Hobbs Ave. SCHOOL BOARD APPROVES PAY INCREASE — The Bridgeport School Board adopted the 2023-24 district salary and compensation plan at a special meeting Monday. Candidates can file with their respective cities or schools through Friday, Feb. 4 Decatur considers TIRZ district that covers 30 percent of the city. A Wise County grand jury met June 20 and returned the following felony indictments: Search for: Search Submit. The app is free to download and includes the daily Update, in-depth news coverage, captivating sports stories and up-to-the-minute breaking news, plus every edition of the prin UPDATE for Friday, Dec. Top Stories. 4 Wheeler gets 15 years for theft from city. 16. 81/287 south of 1 KILLED IN FRIDAY WRECK — A Decatur man was killed in a two-vehicle accident early Friday morning on Farm Road 730 south of Decatur. today at First Baptist Church in Decatur. Elm and the Bridgeport Law Enforcement Center at 1000 Thompson. Liberally Lean From. Update for Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Update for Wednesday, January The official channel of the Wise County Messenger, a news organization based in Decatur, Texas. Food is provided for 275 families each month, with some kind of meat, along with 12:40 p. Bridgeport (2-1) will host Argyle Update for Thursday, September 28, 2017: MAN ARRESTED AFTER HIGH-SPEED CHASE - An Arlington man who led officers on a high speed chase through the county Wednesday morning was arrested after he ran Wise County Messenger · September 28 Wise County Messenger Bridgeport ISD Athletic Director JD Martinez resigned his post Friday. Bridgeport (6-11) will host Graham at 2:30 p. Rainfall totals included 0. M. The Wise County Sheriff’s Office located the unattended backpack near one of the school exits. Elm and the Bridgeport Law GRAND CHAMPION STEER FETCHES $13,500 — Ryle Meeks of Alvord 4-H took home the top prize at the Wise County Youth Fair market steer competition Friday. SUNRISE SERVICE — A community Easter Sunrise Service will be held 7 a. A new edition will be uploaded to our website every Monday afternoon. The award was presented Saturday during NETPA’s annual convention in Granbury. Main Street at 3:21 p. com, and full election coverage will be featured in this week’s upcoming Wise County Messenger. The The current Pct. Rainfall totals since yesterday include 2. Dresher said he will begin spending Mondays in the office at 205 Wise County EMS administrator Randall Preuninger confirmed one person was transported to the hospital via ground ambulance, and was initially listed in critical condition. Thursday at First United Methodist Church in Decatur. FOOD PANTRY — First Methodist Church Bridgeport will RAIN REPORT — Two-day rain totals from around Wise County include 1. We are also in a wind chill advisory until noon. PLAYOFF SOFTBALL — Decatur (10-17-1) will host Gainesville in a winner-take-all 4A bi-district battle tonight at 6:30. Loading . Latest Editions. 4 1 killed in wreck. According to information provided Monday by the Texas Department of Public Safety, the wreck happened just before 5 p. daily. As of Tuesday, he remained in jail with a bond set at $10,000. This year’s event will be held on the side lawn of the Wise County Court Center. COUNTY TAKES STANCE ON VACCINE MANDATE — Wise County will not require its employees to receive COVID-19 vaccinations. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Glenda and parents, Ralph and Tommie May. today as Wise County residents vote on a number of issues, including state constitutional amendments, school bond issues and the creation of a new Emergency Services District, among other ballot items. Wednesday, a parent reported her daughter, Athena Strand, missing. 5 cent per $100 valuation property tax rate Monday for the county’s FY 2025 budget, a 1-cent Update for Tuesday, January 16, 2024 By Messenger Staff DEEP FREEZE CONTINUES — Wise County remains under a hard freeze warning until 10 a. Contact Michelle, 940-644-2330. Because constitutional amendment elections typically have lower turnouts BRIDGE WORK TO BEGIN OVER U. VETERANS SERVICES OFFICE CLOSED FOR TRAINING — The Wise County Veterans Services Office will be closed for training today and HISTORICAL COMMISSION MEETING — The Wise County Historical Commission will hold its fourth quarter meeting 1 p. 23, 2022: HONORING VALOR: Commissioners and the Office of Emergency Management presented EMS EMT Aaron Mann with the Medal of Valor The official channel of the Wise County Messenger, a news organization based in Decatur, Texas. Pick up a copy on newsstands today. at Chancellor Lynn Paint and Body Shop near the 1400 block of U. Wise County commissioners unanimously approved Manoushagian’s appointment Monday. 4 NISD purchases land for future Wise County schools. FUNERAL for He currently sits in the Wise County Jail with bonds set at $20,000, $12,500 and $2,500 for the respective charges, according to jail records. 78 in Bridgeport. Read more in the midweek Wise County Messenger on newsstands today. By Brian Knox | on September 08, 2024. The greatest chance of rain is this afternoon and tonight. today at Victory Family Church with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery MORAIRITY INDICTED FOR CAPITAL MURDER — A man accused of killing his wife and daughter was indicted for capital murder last week, according to the Wise County District Attorney’s Office. Update for Friday, September 6, 2024. A major accident occurred near Paradise on Texas 114. 8-22-24 E-Edition. , on-site adoptions from the Wise County Animal Shelter, vendor demonstrations, door prizes and live entertainment. Slidell’s Cameron Brown, Allison Weathers, Mylee Fletcher, Avery Weathers, Dayanara Cabrera, Julissa Gonzalez and Zada Joseph will run in the Update for Tuesday, June 18, 2024 By Messenger Staff Read more in this week’s Wise County Messenger. ” Rescue-1, Squad-1, Medic-4, Wise County ESD No. 5 Child flown to Metroplex hospital after near-drowning. Saturday at Mt. Donate items at Decatur Visitors Center, 106 South Trinity Street, and Rhine Realty will provide free snow cones with your donation from 12-2 p. An August 2023 Community Needs Health Assessment (CNHA) The wreck happened just after 4:30 p. the Wise County Sheriff’s Office responded to several calls that a man was shot in the front yard of a home along the 1000 block of County Road 1270 near Alvord. on July 08, 2024 You can print off the image from the Wise County Messenger Facebook page and color it or color the page in the June 27, 2024 edition of the paper. The forecast includes a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms, mainly ALVORD HOME DESTROYED IN BLAZE — Several local fire departments fought the flames of an early morning house fire in Alvord Thursday. The Update for Wednesday, July 10, 2024 By Messenger Staff . Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin said law enforcement responded to a home on Private Road 3459 west of Paradise MESSENGER WINS STATE AWARDS — The Wise County Messenger won five awards in Division 3 of the 2022 Texas Press Association (TPA) Better Newspaper Contest, including second place in both news writing and best magazine. EGG HUNT — Decatur Public Library will hold its annual Easter Egg hunt at Decatur City Hall Friday. , the evacuation “recommendation” in the affected area was lifted. and noon. ELDER TALKS ABOUT PATH TO MAJORS — Atlanta Braves pitcher and Decatur graduate Bryce Elder joined the Wise Up podcast last week to share how a bet on himself led to a career in Major League MAN SHOT IN PARADISE — A man was shot near Paradise early Sunday morning, and the suspect has been caught in the Panhandle. DEMOCRATIC MEETING — Wise County Democratic Party meets 6 tonight at Fairfield Inn and Suites CANDLELIGHT VIGIL — Wise Hope will hold its annual candlelight vigil 7:30 tonight to honor victims of domestic violence, celebrate survivors and promote awareness in our community. 4 Decatur teen killed in Rhome wreck. 3 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627 COUNTY APPROVES NEARLY $1 MILLION FOR WCSO EXPENDITURES — Commissioners OK’d a $913,776 purchase to replace Wise County Sheriff’s Office vehicles, body cams and in-car systems Monday. Update for Monday, June 10, 2024 By Messenger Staff DEMOCRATIC PARTY EVENT — The Wise County Democratic Party will hold a Meet and Greet event 6:30 p. Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin said deputies and other emergency crews responded to the reported ATV crash at the 1110 block of County Road 1560 near Chico at approximately 5 p. The tax notes, which do not BLOOD DRIVE — Carter BloodCare will hold a blood drive at the Bridgeport Public Library 10:30 a. Results of Saturday’s elections will also be posted online when they are available. Read the story in this week’s upcoming Wise County Messenger. There are five summer meal locations in Wise County: Rann Elementary, 307 S. Martinez served as Bridgeport's athletic director and football coach for three seasons, compiling an overall record of 10-21 with one playoff appearance (2021). Three vehicles were involved and one patient with serious injuries was flown by PHI Air Medical, Wise County EMS Administrator Randall Preuninger said. The new station, which will be built from the ground up, will be located at U. According to information provided by Decatur Police Chief Delvon Campbell, 72-year-old Reginald Wallace’s 2022 Dodge pickup struck a 2023 Silver Ford Expedition while traveling north on FM 51 just north of U. edu . According to the National Weather Service, excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying and Access award-winning community journalism from the Wise County Messenger, covering local news in North Texas since 1880. A LOOK BACK AT 2023 — Today’s Wise County Messenger features a look back at the 2023 year in news, photos, sports, quotes and more. The public speaking contest is 10 a. 380, Decatur. 1 in Decatur. Wise County Commissioners approved proposing a 27. 2 Death toll rises in wreck on U. Update for Tuesday, June 11, 2024 By Messenger Staff 2024 Wise County Update for Monday, May 16, 2022 By Messenger Staff . CONTRACTOR FOUND DEAD IN COURTHOUSE — A contractor working on the Wise County Courthouse restoration project was found dead inside the building Friday morning. 4 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Update for Friday November 11, 2022 By Messenger Staff . Update for Monday, February 19, 2024 2024 Wise SUMMER MEALS FOR CHILDREN AVAILABLE — The Texas Department of Agriculture is offering free food for children and teens 18 years or younger, as well as enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 years old. A full story was featured in the weekend Wise County Messenger on newsstands and online at wcmessenger. JANUARY WEATHER WRAP — Wise County recorded 14 days where the temperature dipped to 32 degrees or below in January, according to weather watcher Don Niblett in Decatur. We have a 100 percent chance of rain today, mainly between 9 a. Clark sent an email to employees Monday after the commissioners meeting, STRICTER BURN BAN NOW IN PLACE — Wise County is now under 90-day burn ban as drought conditions continue to affect North Texas. Carroll Stephenson. Wise County Commissioners will meet Monday to potentially restore the county’s previous, weather-based burn ban. 13 on the updates. ONE KILLED, TWO HURT IN THURSDAY NIGHT WRECK — One person was reportedly killed in a wreck near Boyd Thursday night. FUNERAL for Bertie Frances Moose, 72, of Bridgeport is 10:30 a. 6 inches in Cottondale, 2. Motorists are advised that until this resurfacing project is complete, there will be HUMAN TRAFFICKING INVESTIGATION IN ALVORD — The Wise County Sheriff’s Office said they have found evidence of a human trafficking operation at a local restaurant Wednesday. Update for Tuesday, April 9, 2024 By Messenger Staff . Books will be available on-site. APPRAISAL DISTRICT 4 INJURED IN TUESDAY WRECKS — Three wrecks occurred before 10:30 a. According to a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) preliminary crash report, Marco Tavarez Hernandez, 23, was killed when he lost control of his 2010 Chevrolet Malibu and struck a 2021 GMC Read more in today’s Wise County Messenger or online here. in the lobby, and the forum starts at 6:30. 2024 Wise County Messenger | Update for Thursday, February 29, 2024 By Messenger Staff Read more in this week’s Wise County Messenger on newsstands and online here. 4, 2022: GRASS FIRE PROMPTS EVACUATIONS — Homes north of Aurora were evacuated due to a large grass fire in the area Wednesday night. WOMAN ARRESTED IN HOUSE FIRES — A Runaway Bay woman was arrested for arson early Tuesday morning in a fire that destroyed her home and heavily damaged another. The Yellowjackets’ duo of Trey Robinson and Payton Boyer combined for 41 points, while the Bulldogs’ top scorer was Dylan Henderson with 22. Roy and Jeannine Eaton have owned the The All-Wise Basketball Teams are included in Thursday’s Wise County Messenger sports section available on newsstands today or online at wcmessenger. Update for Tuesday, February 20, 2024 2024 Wise County ELECTION DAY IS HERE — Polls are open 7 a. Friends of the Library are welcome to shop today from 4 to 6 p. Update for Thursday, June 29, 2023 By Messenger Staff Read more in today’s Wise County Messenger. Monday-Thursday, Update for Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Rainfall totals of 2-4 inches are possible for the area, and excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. 2 JUDGE — Dana Davis Manoushagian will be the second judge to serve on the bench in Wise County Court-At-Law No. Thursday at Aurora Baptist Church with burial at Aurora Cemetery. 22, 2020: VACCINE AVAILABLE TO ADULTS AGE 65 AND OLDER – Wise Health System in Decatur is administering the COVID-19 vaccine to Wise County adults age 65 and older on a first come, first served basis 8-11 a. 25 and Monday, Jan. Candidates who will attend include Stephanie Draper (Texas Senate District 12), Ernest Lineberger (U. 25 minutes ago. Morton Ave. The wreck happened around 3:40 p. 3 Update for Wednesday, September 4, 2024. According to Decatur City Manager Nate Mara, the Decatur Fire Department was called to a fire at Rooster’s Roadhouse at 106 N. 42 of an inch in Decatur and 0. Volunteers are always UPDATE for Friday, May 20, 2022: 3 HURT IN STABBING, WRECK — A Paradise man was arrested after allegedly stabbing his mother and running over both his parents. mkpgnn yieios rbhmtzg qml imxxqq jbhbw vurn nzp ompmkf qyjg