Update messenger wise county. , first responders were dispatched to a Jan 25, 2024 · MAY FILINGS CONTINUE — Filing for the May 4 city and school elections started last week and continues through Feb. His topic will be on ” The History of the Wise County Sheriff’s Office. Areas south of Decatur and New Fairview; Ash, Oak and Walnut Streets in Decatur; and areas north of Alvord with Sunset addresses, along with Jul 10, 2024 · VETERAN PRESENTATION — Charles Braun — WWII, 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 p. 81/287 after the death of a Sunset man March 9. Oncor reported an outage Jul 30, 2024 · CERTIFIED VALUES SHOW DECREASE DRIVEN BY DROP IN MINERAL VALUES — Mineral values decreased more than $1 billion across Wise County, offsetting more than $700 million in new construction added to the tax rolls in this year’s certified values. While several entities have not reported any filings, multiple candidates have signed up for Decatur School Board. Rain totals included 3. 42 of an inch in Decatur and 0. when the sheriff’s office received a call from a man requesting deputies be sent to his home on Single Tree Road, Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin said. Today’s forecast includes patchy fog this morning with a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms later this afternoon. 380 Friday night. Lauren McVey, 32, of Decatur was jogging across the intersection of FM 51 and Medical Center Drive at approximately 8:30 a. WEDNESDAY, AUG. The Bridgeport Economic Development Corporation board president, Planning and Zoning Board chairman and Chamber of Commerce board member died after complications from a surgery. Today’s forecast calls for cooler temperatures with a high around 59 and an overnight low of 43. Those interested in running in the Democratic primary can email Wise County Democratic Party Chair Janet Akers-Amos at wisedemocrats@gmail. Friday at Ritzy B’s in Decatur. Trinity St. “Our mission is to support emergency services that may become overwhelmed by the storm,” Wise County EMS Administrator Randall Apr 30, 2024 · LAST DAY TO VOTE EARLY — Early voting for Saturday’s election ends today. Juan Gutierrez, the single vehicle accident occurred at approximately 3:45 a. May 28, 2024 · TEEN’S BODY RECOVERED AT LAKE BRIDGEPORT — The body of an 18-year-old drowning victim who went missing after their kayak flipped in Lake Bridgeport Sunday afternoon was recovered Sunday evening. , a white Ford F-150 exited the roadway and struck a tree near County Road 1480 and County Road 1660 in Chico. The current tax rate is 26. However, it could be May 15, 2024 · 3 CHILDREN AMONG 4 KILLED IN CHICO WRECK — Three children were among four people reportedly killed in an early morning wreck Tuesday near Chico. Gloria Ann Busey Welch, 94, of Dallas, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, Aug. For January 12:40 p. today at the eight early voting locations: Alvord City Hall, Boyd Community Center, Bridgeport Community Center, Chico City Hall, Decatur City Hall, Lake Bridgeport City Hall, Norma Coble Civic Center Nov 20, 2023 · BOYD MAN INDICTED FOR MURDER — Joshua Lawrence Earwood was indicted last week by a Wise County grand jury for murder in the death of his 18-year-old stepson, Caleb White. The event featured a live auction, food trucks, dancing and live music. FUNERALS — Memorial for Ronny Pemberton D. Breaking News - Wise County Messenger. 43,877 likes · 3,006 talking about this. Elm and the Bridgeport Law Enforcement May 16, 2022 · A full story was featured in the weekend Wise County Messenger on newsstands and online at wcmessenger. 281, just north of Perrin. “I spoke to Judge Clark this morning and we were both in agreement to lift Jul 31, 2024 · DECATUR MAN KILLED IN WRECK — One person was killed in a single-vehicle accident in the Slidell area Tuesday night. on felony charges of manslaughter and accident involving personal injury or death. According to a news release from the WCSO, a search warrant was issued yesterday at the Punjabi Dhabba restaurant at 4566 North U. Feb 20, 2024 · 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. 8 million capital funding plan. This is YOUR Wise County Messenger, a community newspaper serving Wise County. Hail reports ranged from pea-sized to larger than golf ball-sized around Rhome. 15 in Bridgeport and 1. 5 million for May 9, 2024 · PRIEFERT CHUTE SIDE TRAINING — The Wise County Extension office invites you to a chute side training 8-10 a. Read more in today’s Wise County Messenger. The alternate route will add 1,140 feet of pipe to the project that would go to existing development north of the proposed truck stop. Multiple power outages were reported throughout the county. and the breeding swine show at 4 p. 4. , Wise County Emergency Management Coordinator Cody Powell said. The concerned citizens said his co-worker, Christopher Peterson, told him a man named “Kris 2 days ago · BURN BAN LIFTED — Wise County’s burn ban that went into effect last week has been lifted after rain and thunderstorms moved through the area Tuesday. PLAYOFF SOFTBALL — Decatur (10-17-1) will host Gainesville in a winner-take-all 4A bi-district battle tonight at 6:30. 75 is for the county’s road and bridge fund. 03 in Nov 27, 2023 · 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. and involved two sedans, according to Wise County EMS Administrator Randall Preuninger. James Paul Proulx, 40, was booked into the Wise County Jail around 8 a. Around 8 a. Main St. Northwest (9-2) rallied in the fourth quarter to claim a 40-37 victory against Midlothian at Midlothian ISD’s Multi-Purpose Stadium Friday, earning the team Jun 6, 2024 · Update for Thursday, June 6, 2024 By Messenger Staff . Thursday at the First Baptist Church of Decatur. Places 5, 6 and 7, currently held by Dylan Barnes, Melonie Christian and Jonathan Ross are on the ballot. Temperatures will continue to rise Aug 28, 2024 · A fifth person has died in the deadly rollover wreck Wednesday morning on U. Jeffrey Evan Taylor, 44, was killed when his 2022 GMC Sierra pickup struck the utility trailer of a 2020 Freightliner Cascadia semi, driven by 27-year-old Singh Nov 9, 2023 · Wise County Republican Party Chairman Mike Drury will be at Blessed Bru, 1005 Halsell St. 81/287 IN RHOME — U. Farm Road 51 in Decatur; Alvord City Hall, 215 W. The Yellowjackets’ duo of Trey Robinson and Payton Boyer combined for 41 points, while the Bulldogs’ top scorer was Dylan Henderson with 22. today at the Wise County Court Office Building, 308 W. The Boyd and Cottondale Dumpsites will close the next business day on Wednesday, Sept. Jan 16, 2024 · State Representative Dr. Thursday at First United Methodist Church in Decatur. 4, 2024. Feb 5, 2024 · ALVORD HOUSE FIRE — An Alvord home was destroyed Friday night in a fire suspected to have been started by a lightning strike. Dec 13, 2023 · Boyd (7-9) rallied in the second half to beat Alvord (9-7) in a Wise County showdown, 64-61. 5M BOND — The Rhome City Council approved a resolution calling a $17. in Units 50 and 2, and smoke may be noticeable in the Decatur area. Four ambulances were dispatched to the scene for multiple patients. 287 that resulted in four deaths Wednesday. “When we arrived, there was heavy smoke Feb 1, 2024 · 2 HURT IN CHICO WRECK — Two adult males were injured in a single-vehicle accident Wednesday evening. 75 is for the general fund and 4. 27. The wreck happened around 3:40 p. 6 million for the construction of a new intermediate school with a capacity for 600 students, $7 million for HVAC Jul 23, 2024 · Visit wcmessenger. Aug 28, 2024 · COUNTY APPROVES BUDGET, TAX RATE — Wise County Commissioners unanimously approved adopting a 27. According to Wise County EMS Administrator Randall Preuninger, one male passenger was transported via AirEvac Lifeteam 68 to Medical City Denton with serious Mar 8, 2024 · MAN SENTENCED IN ATTACK ON PASTOR — A Decatur man has been sentenced to prison for a 2021 incident in which he is accused of threatening a local preacher with a knife during a funeral. Monday at the Wise County Veterans Park, 405 N. Apr 1, 2024 · 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. 81/287. Thursday at Wichita Falls’ City View Veterans Stadium. Bradley Dale Higgins, 61, was taken into custody at the conclusion of the three-day trial in 271st District Court in Decatur. The burn ban is currently in place until Nov. Rainfall totals included 2. Texas Department of Public Safety announced Saturday night that Junior Louis, 35, died at Medical City Denton hospital Friday evening. Chico (13-4) battles Valley View on the road 5 p. Update for Wednesday, August 28, 2024. The former Decatur Baptist College building was May 23, 2024 · Read more in today’s Wise County Messenger or online here. When deputies Mar 21, 2023 · ARREST MADE IN FATAL HIT-AND-RUN WRECK — A Decatur man was arrested Tuesday morning and charged in the fatal hit-and-run wreck that resulted in the death of Jerry W. DECATUR ARTISAN MARKET — The first Decatur Artisan Market of 2024 is 9 a. 17, local first responders worked six separate major accidents that led to patients being transported to the hospital, with one wreck near Boonsville requiring two medical helicopters to respond to <a href Jan 8, 2024 · HOSPITAL PLANS TO ALTER AFFILIATION WITH CLINICS — Medical City Decatur is planning to alter its affiliation with Wise Health Clinics in the next 90 days. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has identified the victims of the rollover accident on U. WELCOME RAIN — Several rounds of rain Sunday afternoon into the overnight hours brought multiple inches of rain to Wise County. com to see the Wise County Messenger’s full Reunion preview. At about 4:35 p. Mayor Aug 2, 2024 · GROUP WORKING ON CASE TO MAKE U. At about 11:10 p. The Pioneers will play in their first National Championship game against Minnesota State 7 p. , the longhorn show at 1 p. Incumbent Barnes and Delvon Campbell have filed for . 81/287 near County Road 2798 Thursday morning. , around 200 customers remained without power, with the Boyd area being the hardest hit. Sunday. According to Stanford, the victim, 39-year-old James Brown III, was pronounced dead at Medical City Decatur at 1:35 p. 287 AN INTERSTATE — A group of government officials, including Wise County Judge J. © 2019 - 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Jan 18, 2024 · 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. According to a preliminary crash report provided by Texas Department of May 14, 2024 · BOARD VOTES TO END 2-WAY DUAL LANGUAGE PROGRAM — The Decatur School Board Monday voted 4-3 to end Rann Elementary’s two-way dual language program after a lengthy discussion on the topic. by Pct. Main Street at 3:21 p. Irad Vixamar, 42; and Ledene Pierre-Louis, 36. , first responders were dispatched to a single-vehicle wreck involving a white Chevrolet 3500 passenger van that overturned in the median along the northbound lanes of U. The sale will be open to the public beginning Tuesday and continue through Friday from 10 a. -6 a. Decatur, Chico, Sunset, Greenwood-Slidell and Wise County EMS were all on the scene for mutual aid. Texas DPS Sgt. The new plan includes a three percent general pay increase for all staff in Bridgeport ISD based on their 2022-23 salary. The elementary is home to a two-way dual language immersion program, where native Spanish and English speakers receive instruction in both languages. Mar 29, 2023 · COMMUNITY MOURNS PASSING OF LEADER — Fred Meyers, a community leader who spearheaded multiple projects in the City of Bridgeport and helped bring higher education back to Wise County, died Sunday. 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. 4 in Alvord and Greenwood. Tony De La Cerda said Clinton Josiah Stephens, 38, of Decatur was southbound on Farm Road 1204 approaching Farm Road 51 on a 2005 American Ironhorse motorcycle when he failed to negotiate a curve, left the roadway and lost control. 16 and Dec. Sunday through Thursday for bridge deck replacement beginning next week and continuing through fall 2024. ”Preliminary investigation revealed [a 2001 Dodge Dakota] was traveling Feb 19, 2024 · ONE KILLED, ONE ARRESTED IN SHOOTING AT MEDICAL FACILITY — A Bridgeport man was killed and an unidentified suspect was arrested after a shooting outside of Bridgeport Medical Lodge Sunday afternoon. 3 days ago · WRECK DEATH TOLL RISES — A fifth person has died in the deadly rollover wreck last Wednesday on U. at Bridgeport High School. Thursday. Today’s high will be around 79 degrees. -2 p. Rhome Veterans will also host a Memorial Apr 22, 2024 · RAIN REPORT — Some areas of Wise County received nearly 3 inches of rain over the weekend. 21 in Decatur, 2. Aug 29, 2024 · 4 KILLED, 10 HURT IN ROLLOVER WRECK — The deadly rollover wreck Wednesday morning on U. -2:30 Jul 9, 2024 · TA TRAVEL CENTER WATER LINE MOVE APPROVED — The Decatur City Council approved rerouting the path of the 12-inch water line that will serve the future TA Travel Center at U. 5 cents per $100 valuation. GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MEETING — The Wise County Genealogical Society meets 5:30 p. daily. According to Texas DPS Sgt. First responders were dispatched to 213 W. Aug 4, 2022 · UPDATE for Thursday, Aug. Within minutes, the second floor of the home collapsed, leading to the two-story home Jul 8, 2024 · WISE COUNTY TO ASSIST BERYL RESPONSE — Wise County EMS deployed assets over the weekend to assist as Hurricane Beryl approached the Texas Coast. 1 day ago · By Messenger Staff. 6 million bond package be called for the Saturday, May 4 election. The city applied for the grant last year to be used for painting and renovating the water tower near Lawdwin Ballfields, which could begin in “nine to 10 months,” according to Lanny Buck of Oct 30, 2023 · 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. Bobby Ray Vineyard, 83, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident by Precinct 1 Justice of the Peace Jan Morrow. Mar 28, 2024 · INGRAM HELPS TWU REACH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME — Bridgeport’s Ashley Ingram recorded a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds in Texas Woman’s University’s 68-52 NCAA Division II Final Four win over Ferris State Wednesday. Wise County Fire Marshal Jeff Doughty said he and County Judge J. Boyd will host Fort Worth Paschal at 5 p. before she was hit by a 2007 Buick LaCrosse driven by Chae Walker, 83 Apr 9, 2024 · STORMS HIT WISE, MORE POSSIBLE TODAY — Overnight storms brought heavy rain and quite the lightning show to Wise County, and more could be on their way today. Feb 6, 2024 · Read more in Thursday’s Wise County Messenger. 81/287 and County Road 2395 to be studied and Nov 17, 2023 · 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. LIBRARY BOOK SALE — The Decatur Library Foundation is holding a book sale through Friday. 16 in Bridgeport and 0. The two who received critical Jan 23, 2024 · COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS BOND — The Boyd ISD Long Range Facilities Planning Committee recommended to the school board Monday that a $59. to 5:30 p. Shortly after 4 p. 1 in Decatur. They invite the public to a photo and video presentation Apr 29, 2024 · DECATUR MAN DIES IN WRECK — A 21-year-old Decatur resident died in a motorcycle wreck on North Farm Road 51, just north of U. The patient was found 150-160 feet down in the rocky terrain between the West Fork of the Trinity River and Lake Bridgeport at around 7 p. Oncor reported several broken poles and wires down at Boy Scout Ranch northwest of Runaway Bay after firefighters reported rotation in the area around 4:30 p. Those who died at the scene were the driver, Diony Antoine, 46; and passengers J. Every Wise County school district, except Slidell ISD, experienced a loss in its certified values compared to 2023, according to data released by Wise Feb 2, 2024 · 1 KILLED IN ROLLOVER WRECK — A Bowie man was killed in a single-vehicle accident on U. Air Evac Lifeteam 68 Aug 1, 2024 · AGGIE MOM’S CLUB — The Wise County Aggie Mom’s Club will host a “HOWDY” party for new and current Texas A&M students and families 6-8 p. The resolution approved unanimously called for the crossover and intersection in the vicinity of U. D. Traffic on U. Three people from Guatemala told officers they worked at the restaurant to pay off the $30,000 debt for their passage into the United States. Apr 12, 2024 · BRIDGE WORK TO BEGIN OVER U. Morton Ave. 644 million for infrastructure and plans, $5. Paul’s Prep Saturday at Nazarene Christian Academy in Crowley. First-year coach Aaron Cupp will lead the Bulls into a Week 1 battle against the City View Mustangs 7:30 p. The Messenger operated in different locations in the county early in its existence, has been published in Decatur, Texas since 1885. POWERFUL STORMS — A fast-moving storm prompted a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Wise County Sunday evening. m. Boyd (25-8) opens a Aug 30, 2024 · FATALITY WRECK VICTIMS IDENTIFIED — The four people who died from injuries sustained in Wednesday’s wreck in Alvord have been identified as Florida residents. Firefighters from Boyd, Rhome, Briar-Reno and Newark Fire Departments, along with Parker County ESD No. 287 to Interstate Highway Standards. Apr 2, 2024 · STORM REPORT — Severe storms moved through the south part of Wise County last night. Friday at Russell Feed Store in Decatur, 1817 N U. Apr 8, 2024 · AREA TRACK — Slidell will compete at the District 23/24 area track championships today at Graford High School. After social media posts regarding changes circulated Thursday, Medical Mar 26, 2024 · Stats were not available as of the Messenger’s Update deadline. Official details on which clinics will continue to operate under Medical City Healthcare and which will have to try to continue operations independently remain opaque. 287 in the Alvord area. 66 in Alvord, 2. 3 Update for Thursday, August 29, 2024 Mar 12, 2024 · The speaker is Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin. on June 06, 2024 Read more in today’s Wise County Messenger or online here. 5 cents, 22. 5 million bond election at a special meeting Saturday. His bond has been set at Jan 19, 2024 · 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. Apr 4, 2024 · AGGIE GOODY BAGS — The Wise County Aggie Moms Club is once again sending Finals Goody Bags to Wise County Aggie and surrounding areas. The event is free with breakfast and coffee provided. Worth. 7 of an inch in Cottondale, 0. , Decatur was seeing snow. The 37-year-old Earwood was arrested Sept. Oncor Area Manager Sabrina Easley said as of 7 a. Bridgeport Police Apr 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. Oct 24, 2023 · 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. According to information provided by the Texas Department of Public Safety, the wreck happened at around 6:25 a. If approved, that could mean access to federal funding for sweeping improvements on the highway to comply with interstate safety and design standards, including the Nov 13, 2023 · 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. Aug 28, 2024 · A fifth person has died in the deadly rollover wreck Wednesday morning on U. 356 million for HVAC improvements Jan 30, 2024 · PEDESTRIAN STRUCK IN DECATUR — A 32-year-old pedestrian was flown to John Peter Smith hospital in Fort Worth after she was stuck by a vehicle while crossing Farm Road 51 in Decatur Monday morning. Clark agreed to rescind the ban, which prohibited outdoor burning for 90 days, beginning Aug. May 24, 2024 · MEMORIAL DAY PROGRAMS — Two local veteran groups will honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country at Memorial Day programs. WRECK VICTIM IDENTIFIED — A Sunset man was killed in a two-vehicle accident late Saturday night in Alvord. ” The meeting is open to the public. Saturday. Drury will accept applications for the Republican Primary ballot. 13 after Wise County Sheriff’s deputies responded to their home south of Boyd for an injured person call and found White with a single gunshot wound. It includes $11. com. 42 inches in Decatur, 3. Brandy Nicole Price, 32, of Chico, along with three minor children ages 3, 7 and 10 were pronounced dead at the scene by Wise County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Kim Redman. Between Dec. 9 inches in Greenwood, 2. Call Susan Coffman, Wise County Aggie Mom president, 940-366-0186. Boyd ISD’s $20 million, single-proposition bond passed by a margin of 405-360 (53 to 47 percent). today. Oct 26, 2023 · 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. The cost of the recommended bond is divided into three different items — $49. May 17, 2024 · RAINFALL REPORT — Yesterday’s storms brought less than an inch of rain to most parts of Wise County. The event will feature door prizes. Members talked about rebuilding the museum at the current site on 1602 S. SCHOOL BOARD APPROVES PAY INCREASE — The Bridgeport School Board adopted the 2023-24 district salary and compensation plan at a special meeting Monday. , first responders were dispatched to a Oct 2, 2023 · BOYD HOME DESTROYED IN FIRE — A two-story home north of Boyd was destroyed in a structure fire Friday afternoon. He was 71. 24. The precipitation is expected to end by this afternoon. S. , Alvord Fire Department was dispatched to the scene where they could immediately see smoke showing from the residence. Bridgeport is on the road against Chisholm Trail at 7 p. Elm; Boyd Community Center, 420 E. Lynn Stucky, State Senator Tan Parker, Wise County Judge J. The incident began around 5:10 p. BASEBALL — Due to forecasted inclement weather Tuesday, Decatur will now face Springtown in the teams’ first District 8-4A meeting 5 p. Reports of hail were received from Jun 17, 2024 · 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. Shortly before 5 p. Aug 30, 2024 · HOLIDAY CLOSING — Wise County Environmental Services and the Decatur Dumpsite will be closed Monday for the Labor Day holiday. If you would like to have your student receive one, go to the Wise County Aggie Moms Facebook page for the link, or contact Susan Coffman at 940-366-0186. BASEBALL RESULTS — Austin Cole allowed no hits and finished with nine strikeouts to lead Paradise (9-5, 1-0) to an 11-0 win over Valley View in the team’s District 10-3A opener Mar 19, 2024 · 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. Prosecutors presented evidence that Higgins sexually assaulted 2 days ago · With a new coach on the sidelines, the Bridgeport Bulls will be the first Wise County team to take the gridiron this season. Refreshments will be provided. Wise County Messenger, Decatur, TX. 81/287 in the Alvord area. SEA SALT COURT — A woman wanted to report her sister-in-law harassing her. A third passenger, Geneve Louis, 28, later died at Medical City Denton. 471 votes were cast Friday, bringing Apr 11, 2024 · FIRE DESTROYS HOME — No injuries were reported after a late night house fire south of Boyd Wednesday night. Saturday at the Decatur Rail Yard, 205 N Newark St. Michael Dylan Sanders, 21, was pronounced dead at the scene of the wreck at 9:45 p. Roy is a past president Apr 25, 2024 · LAKE GUIDE — The Messenger’s annual “Passport to Lake Bridgeport” special section highlighting our West Wise recreation spot is included in this week’s Wise County Messenger on newsstands today. Wise County Judge J. tonight at Springtown High School. Mar 7, 2024 · Investigators located 12 people at the restaurant, 11 of whom were found to be in the country illegally. Trinity Street in Decatur or moving the institution to a new site. m Dec 4, 2023 · MAN WITH GUN KILLED BY DEPUTIES — A man was killed by deputies after pointing a gun at them at a home just outside of Decatur Sunday evening, according to the Wise County Sheriff’s Office. BURN BAN LIFTED — Wise County’s burn ban that went into effect last week has been lifted after rain and thunderstorms moved through the area Tuesday. , Alvord City Hall at 215 W. . , the meat pen rabbits and breeding rabbits at 1 p. 16. 2 days ago · Wise County Commissioners will meet Monday to potentially restore the county’s previous, weather-based burn ban. on September 05, 2024. Sanders was traveling south on FM 51 on a 2018 Harley Davidson motorcycle before colliding with a 2016 Chevrolet SS Apr 25, 2022 · A full story as well as a local election guide was featured in the weekend Wise County Messenger on newsstands and online at wcmessenger. Cars can begin to line up in the Bridgeport Middle School parking lot at 7:30 a. Just after 8 a. 9 in Cottondale. Update for Wednesday, September 4, 2024. -3 p. “The homeowners said they Aug 27, 2024 · STRICTER BURN BAN NOW IN PLACE — Wise County is now under 90-day burn ban as drought conditions continue to affect North Texas. 4-H, FCCLA and horticulture projects can be viewed from 9 a. Larry Neil Guthrie, 49, pleaded guilty Thursday to attempted aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and was sentenced to six years in prison, according to court records. 4, 2022: GRASS FIRE PROMPTS EVACUATIONS — Homes north of Aurora were evacuated due to a large grass fire in the area Wednesday night. The original pipe path went along the Nov 15, 2023 · BODY DISCOVERY LEADS TO ARRESTS — A body found buried at a residential property in Newark led to the arrest of two people Tuesday. 81/287 north and southbound will be detoured to the frontage road where motorists must go through a four-way stop before entering the Oct 31, 2023 · 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. The wreck happened at 9:30 p. Some homes on Deep Creek Road and County Road 4227 north of County Road 4460 were evacuated around 10:15 p. at Valley View High School. Feb 27, 2024 · TUESDAY AT THE YOUTH FAIR — The Wise County Youth Fair continues today at the Wise County Fairgrounds in Decatur. 28. M. Wise County was under the weather-based burn ban before replacing it with the stricter, 90-day ban that has since been rescinded. Hawkins Funeral Home in Jan 26, 2024 · HISTORICAL SOCIETY DISCUSSES REBUILDING MUSEUM — Members of the Wise County Historical Society discussed hiring an architect to rebuild the Wise County Heritage Museum during its meeting Thursday. ONLY IN WISE…. 3 in Greenwood, 3. Early voting continues 8 a. Minnesota Mar 22, 2022 · MANY LOSE POWER — Monday’s severe storms knocked out power to many Wise County residents. Wise County Fire Marshal 20 hours ago · Paradise (11-13) will take on Bridgeport (0-22) in a Wise County clash 4:30 p. Wise County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Craig Johnson said his office received information Monday about a human body buried on the property at 224 County Road 4877. Roy and Jeannine Eaton have owned the Messenger since 1973. MOBILE FOOD PANTRY — First United Methodist Church Bridgeport will have its mobile food pantry 8-9:30 a. in Decatur. 81/287 and County Road 4127 Monday night. High winds caused power lines to spark and knocked out power to 360 Oncor customers in the Boyd and Aurora area. BLOOD DRIVE — Wise County Medical and Surgical in Decatur will host a Carter BloodCare blood drive 10 a. 1 Justice of the Peace Jan Morrow. Chico travels to take on Boyd JV at 7 p. Decatur will open with a road test against Granbury at 6:30 p. Complainant stated every time she goes outside, the woman is yelling at her. In May, Wise County Commissioners approved the issuance of tax notes to cover the county’s $9. Alvord (10-8) squares off against 4A Gainesville 4:30 p. Large flames were visible as first responders arrived at the scene. The breeding dairy goat show is at 10 a. OLD DECATUR ROAD — While responding to a road hazard, deputy backed into a mailbox. According to Bridgeport Police Chief Steve Stanford, the victim, identified as 39-year-old James Brown III, was pronounced dead at Medical City Decatur at 1:35 p. Gloria was born Sept. The search warrant was issued as part of “an on-going Mar 20, 2024 · GRASSLANDS PRESCRIBED BURN — A prescribed burn will take place beginning at 10 a. Paradise heads to Tolar at 5 p. Andrew Messenger netted 22 points, but Paradise (7-5) was unable to keep up with Holliday in a 52-44 loss. 26. Clark will be keynote speaker. in Bridgeport, 9:30-11:30 a. 25, 1929 to George Catlett and Mary Ruth (Christal) Busey in Ft. , 82, of Decatur is 10:30 a. 3 days ago · Wise County’s burn ban that went into effect last week has been lifted after rain and thunderstorms moved through the area Tuesday. 5-cent per $100 of valuation property tax rate and its fiscal year 25 budget Monday. The van was carrying 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 Yesterday: Bridgeport Apr 27, 2022 · EARLY VOTING — For the second day in a row, 384 people voted early in the May 7 city and school election yesterday. at Gainesville High School. ; and Bridgeport Community Center, 1102 Lawdwin Ave. As of 8 a. At around 8 p. V. 81/287 south of Alvord. Wise County EMS deployed its rope rescue team Jun 27, 2024 · © 2019 - 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Feb 3, 2022 · WINTER STORM HITS WISE — Freezing rain, sleet and snow fell in Wise County overnight, resulting in layers of ice on trees and slick roads. Temperatures will stay below freezing today with a forecast high of 23. N. Message. TUESDAY, AUG. Yesterday, 438 more votes were cast, bringing the six-day total to 2,801. WISE COUNTY SUPPORT GROUP LOCATION CHANGE — Due to a scheduling conflict, today’s meeting of the Wise County Support Group will be held at an alternate location. Guthrie has remained in jail since his Nov 14, 2023 · Update for Tuesday, November 14, 2023 GIRLS BASKETBALL — The first Wise County showdown will be held today, as Paradise (2-0) hosts Slidell (0-2) 6:15 p. Newton of Decatur in Rhome 11 days ago. Highway 287 wreck victims identified. com now. Food is provided for 275 families each month, with some kind of meat, along with vegetables and 3 days ago · Established in 1880, the Wise County Messenger is one of Wise County’s oldest business institutions and its largest newspaper. Of the 27. Clark, is conducting a study to potentially designate and improve U. Beryl made landfall this morning near Matagorda as a Category 1 hurricane with sustained winds of 80 miles per hour. Wise County remains under a winter storm warning until 6 p. Three people in the rollover wreck near the exit for Farm Road 1655 died at the scene: the driver, Diony Antoine, 46; and Dec 26, 2023 · FIRST RESPONDERS URGE SAFE DRIVING — Wise County EMS is urging residents to drive safely, especially with the continued increase in travel over the holidays. By Austin Jackson | Published on August 29, 2024. in Decatur (parking and entrance on north side of building), Boyd Community Center at 420 E. 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, improving and extending the city’s sewer system; and $3. The Bridgeport Sissies (8-12-1) ended their season with a 5-0 first-round loss to Benbrook. Jun 11, 2024 · NEW EMS STATION TO BE BUILT IN ALVORD — Wise County is set to receive funding for the construction of a new EMS station in Alvord and several other county capital improvement projects today. m Feb 14, 2024 · RHOME COUNCIL CALLS $17. Joseph, Missouri. He was taken to Wise Health Dec 12, 2023 · BRIDGEPORT AWARDED $500k GRANT — At the Bridgeport City Council meeting Monday, officials announced the city was awarded a $500,000 community development block grant for basic infrastructure repairs. Friday at the Civic Arena in St. 81/287 in the Alvord area has now resulted in four deaths. 1 and Wise County EMS, arrived at the scene in the 300 block of Brighton Oaks Drive shortly before midnight Wednesday. Clark and other elected officials will be highlighted speakers at the ceremony. Feb 13, 2024 · SOFTBALL — Today is the first day of the 2024 season for Wise County softball teams. The Wise County Veterans Group will present a Memorial Day Program 11 a. , several Wise County agencies responded to the blaze in the 1500 block of County Road 4360 north of Boyd. and crews arrived within a couple of minutes, Decatur Fire Chief Deroy Bennett said. Rainfall totals included 0. The school will continue to offer a one-way dual Feb 7, 2024 · 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. 81/287 near the Farm Road 1655 exit. at May 6, 2024 · 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. Boyd (19-2) is on the road at Mineral Wells at 6 p. 81/287 north and southbound will be closed at FM 3433 in Rhome from 9 p. A story will be posted when information is released. , Wise County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Craig Johnson said deputies were notified that the man’s kayak or raft had overturned and he did not resurface. update: Wise County EMS has confirmed this is a fatality wreck. FREE Occupants of four-fatality crash were traveling to New Mexico. Per first responders, traffic in both directions on FM 2264 at Pond View Drive will be closed for several hours as crews work the scene. The tax notes, which do not require voter approval, will be paid over a Jun 29, 2023 · Read more in today’s Wise County Messenger. “When we showed up, the structure was well-involved,” Boyd Mar 13, 2024 · See full story in the Thursday edition of the Wise County Messenger. dldfs how andf mgct ukus vfvdo nyxq ttcatt dto rqta
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