Wise county messenger obituaries today 2021 Elm; the Boyd Community Center, 420 E. on Farm Road 51 at the intersection with County Road 3699 in far south Wise County. PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP — The Parkinson’s Support Group will meet 6 p. First Edition Video for Wednesday, December 15, 2021. CRUISE NIGHT — Cruise Night on the Courthouse Square returns 4-8 p. No WIND ADVISORY — The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory from 9 a. Natalie Duke, 22, was pronounced dead at the scene by Precinct 4 Justice of the Peace Willie Garrett. today at the Wise County Veterans Park, 403 N. , and the shotgun start is 10 a. Board President Thomas Houchin in a public hearing following a 1 1/2-hour closed session on the matter said the district will pay $50,000 out of general fund, WOOD INDICTED IN OFFICER SHOOTING — A Wise County grand jury last week indicted Royce Edward Wood, 43, on two counts of aggravated assault against a public servant. COMMISSIONERS APPROVE BUDGET — Wise County commissioners approved a $70. Clark will give a “State of the County” report. MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE MESSENGER — The Wise County Messenger office in Decatur will be closed Friday for the Christmas holiday. FALL-O-WEEN DECATUR PD TRAINING — Decatur Police Department will continue conducting training at Young Elementary today. Branded FM will provide a live feed of the parade on the Decatur Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook page. The cost is $500 per 4-person team. Vote totals below represent local vote totals only. Saturday in the fellowship hall at Mount Zion Baptist Church, 615 CR 1280, in Alvord. Dogs available for adoption can be found on the Wise County Animal Shelter Facebook page. HISTORICAL GROUPS TO MEET — The quarterly meeting of the Wise County Historical Commission is 1 p. on September 10, 2021 a county-wide prayer will be held at the Wise County Courthouse at noon today. FM 51, Ste. WOMAN DIES IN 2-VEHICLE WRECK — A Haslet woman died in a two-vehicle wreck near Bridgeport Friday morning. 62 in Alvord. VETERANS OFFICE CLOSING FOR HOLIDAY — The Wise County Veteran’s Service Office will close at noon Wednesday for the Thanksgiving holiday. Pickup is 9 a. “Preliminary information indicates there was an argument WIND ADVISORY — A cold front moved through Wise County overnight, bringing much cooler temperatures and a strong north wind of 20 to 25 miles per hour with gusts up to 40 miles per hour possible. com to reserve you time slot. If your family needs assistance with children’s gifts or food this holiday season, sign up at the sheriff’s office, 200 Rook Ramsey Drive, in Decatur or call 940-627-5971. 2, 2024. When Wise Health System (WHS) initially announced its negotiations with Medical City in January 2023, WHS employed approximately 1,800 people. The wreck happened around 9:40 a. ALL WISE SOFTBALL/BASEBALL — The All Wise Softball and Baseball teams are featured in the weekend Wise County Messenger on newsstands today. BOYS BASKETBALL — Ranked No. Rualdin Gomez Archila, 25, died from injuries sustained in the crash. Worsening drought, windy conditions and warmer-than-normal October temperatures have SUNNY AND COOL — After a cool start to the day, temperatures will climb to around 63 this afternoon. Rainfall totals from yesterday included 1. 81/287 early Thursday morning in Wise County. 1 judge following the death of Melton Cude. The Boyd Yellowjackets will welcome Van Alstyne at 7 p. WISE COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSION WCSO OPENS DEATH INVESTIGATION — Two people were found dead and one other injured at a Newark home Wednesday. -7 p. -1 p. LAST DAY TO VOTE EARLY — Early voting for the Nov. HERNANDEZ PLEADS GUILTY TO MURDER — A Boyd man pleaded guilty Wednesday to murder in the 2021 death of 41-year-old Paradise resident Chad Vess. As of Monday, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reported an estimated 77 active cases. Saturday, Jan. Voting will take place 7 a. Jones announced his retirement effective June 30, 2024, in a news release from the school district. Boyd (37-4) defeated Tolar 3-1 in a 3A Division II state semifinal match Tuesday at Mineral Wells High School, 25-15, 25-23, 20-25, 25-19, earning the program’s second overall state final BOYD, DECATUR PLAY FOR VOLLEYBALL TITLE SHOT TONIGHT — Wise County's volleyball prowess will be on display tonight with two programs seeking a state championship berth. Coffman, 87, of Decatur is 10 a. It features Christmas 1 KILLED, 1 CRITICALLY HURT IN WRECK — A Fort Worth woman was killed and two more patients were hospitalized after a head-on collision involving two vehicles on Farm Road 730 south of Boyd Saturday night. The inventory shortage continues to impact prices. The longhorn show (steers, followed by heifers) is also at 1. Detour signs will be posted north and south of the bridge. on Farm Road 51 south of County Road 2535 and involved a passenger car and an SUV. Saturday. He will go over Medicare benefits and plans. Around 5 a. -4 p. On Monday, Gov. WELCOME FALL — After officially reaching 100 degrees in Wise County yesterday, today’s high might not reach 80 as high temperatures are expected to top out in the upper 70s. Place An Ad; Pay My Bill; Crime Reports Oct. TAX RATE PROPOSED — The Decatur water board has proposed an 8. HALLOWEEN EVENT — Decatur Medical Lodge will host a Halloween event 4:30-6:30 p. -5 p. Paradise ended its season at 12-3 with its deepest playoff run in CITY OFFERS MANAGER JOB — The City of Bridgeport has selected a finalist for the city manager job, but negotiations with the candidate were ongoing as of Thursday. 5, 2024 By Messenger Staff | on December 05, 2024 FUNERALS — Graveside for Max Davis, 85, of Haslet is 10:30 a. At 11:20 p. The Bridgeport CELEBRATING THE FOURTH OF JULY — Several fireworks shows are scheduled this weekend to celebrate Independence Day. PEAVEY GRAVESIDE service for Guinn Elwood Arrington, 99, formerly of Boyd is 11 a. at the four early voting locations: the Women’s Building at the Wise County Fairgrounds, 3101 S. Denton Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its annual reading of the U. According to Northwest added 374 students since submitting an enrollment of 2,176 for the previous UIL reclassification in 2021. Council member Place 2 Brett Wade voted against the appointment. 5 million from the $65. Tuesday. Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements. The LADY EAGLES WIN STATE TITLE — Decatur (32-13) claimed its sixth overall state title by defeating Bellville 3-1 in the 4A Division I championship match Friday at Garland’s Curtis Culwell Center, 25-22, 25-21, 24-26, 25-23. org, RSVP by today. FUNERALS — Service for James C. Snacks will be provided. ANOTHER FOGGY MORNING — Wise County is once again under a dense fog advisory until 10 a. Texas 101, in TRAFFIC ALERT — The Texas Department of Transportation will begin adjusting lanes of traffic on Texas 114 in Boyd today. Constitution 1:45-3 p. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 143 counties, including Wise, due to the risk of wildfires across the state. Call the library at 940-393-0290. HERNANDEZ GIVEN LIFE SENTENCE FOR 2021 MURDER — Daniel Hernandez was given a life sentence Monday following his guilty plea in May to the murder of 41-year-old Paradise resident Chad Vess. Find service information, send flowers, and leave memories and thoughts in the Guestbook for your loved one. today for staff training. For immediate PACK INDICTED FOR MURDER — A man accused of killing his roommate near Cottondale in April has been indicted for murder by a Wise County grand jury. The wreck happened around 12:40 p. Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling PAINT THE TOWN PINK — Decatur Main Street will host the annual Paint the Town Pink at the Decatur Visitor Center 10 a. Shortly before 7 p. Read more in the weekend Wise County Messenger on newsstands now. Ty Lang will serve as the interim athletic director and head coach of the Eagles’ football program for the 2021-22 school MOBILE FOOD PANTRY — U-Turn World Ministries will host a Tarrant Area Food Bank mobile food pantry 2-5 p. The indictment states Pack caused the death of 61-year-old Michael Wesley YEAR IN REVIEW — The weekend edition of the Messenger includes our annual look back at the top stories of 2021. FUNERALS — Service for Jeffry Scott Wolf, 60, of Decatur is 10 a. The county is under a wind advisory until 2 p. The suspect then fled on foot, leading to a search of the area involving multiple law enforcement agencies. , Ayers was driving a 2017 Toyota Camry northbound on FM 2264, according to Department of Public Safety spokesperson Sgt. The overnight low will be around 40. 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. FLOOD WATCH — Wise County is among the North Texas counties under a flood watch in effect from Wednesday morning through Thursday evening, according to the National Weather Service. 9 percent increase from the 102 homes sold in November 2020. Bridgeport 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity SIGN THEFTS REPORTED — Since the beginning of June, road signs across southwestern Wise County have disappeared. Thursday at the Decatur Conference Center. The case count is the most since early March. 7 MILLION — Wise County received $6. 81/287 near the Hubbard St. You can also find the section online here. today and Wednesday at a special clinic in the former Fit-N-Wise area. ‹ÿ?ÌHÌ @3p\ uÞÿûKó¿“Ÿ¯kõ – Þ¡JêI tË:Ý~ ]lM0r‘ðÎÿ©fžó J»è\”:9åÚE频þŸ?ã7 `ß#Hî{äbõÌU¤2w÷ ÒŸ ˆ ±+ /ì SS§Ô FATHER GIVEN 20 YEARS IN CHILD DEATH CASE — A Wise County jury who found an Aurora man guilty of injury to a child in connection with his young daughter’s death in 2023 returned a verdict of 20 years in prison Thursday morning. 63 in Decatur, CONSTITUTION READING — The John B. today through Friday and Nov. Please use the archive page or the search box to find older articles. FALL-O-WEEN — CrossRoads Church will host a community Fall-O-Ween event 6:30 p. COUNTY EYES PUBLIC SAFETY NEEDS — A new ambulance will be put into service and four new sheriff’s office deputies will be put on patrol, according to the proposed 2021-22 budget presented to Wise County commissioners Monday. Several shops and businesses along the square will be open late. 2 general election begins today at four early voting locations around the county: the Women’s Building at the Wise County Fairgrounds, 3101 S. service members and their families. 1 billion being sent directly to counties across the nation from the nearly DECATUR SUPERINTENDENT MAKES RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT — Decatur ISD will soon be looking for its next superintendent after Chad Jones publicly announced his retirement Wednesday. 11, 4 KILLED IN SOUTH WISE COUNTY CRASH — Four people were killed in a two-vehicle wreck Tuesday north of Springtown. A brown bag hamburger lunch will be served for a $5 donation. 25 cent tax rate for the new fiscal year beginning Oct. today at FATAL ACCIDENT — A Fort Worth man died in a single-vehicle accident on U. TAX OFFICE CLOSED FRIDAY — If you want to pay your taxes in the 2021 calendar year, the last opportunity to do so at the Wise County Tax Update for Thursday October 14, 2021 Read more in the weekend Wise County Messenger. These numbers are final as of 10 p. ALVORD WINS RACES — The Alvord Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs won the District 13-2A boys varsity 5 and COUNTY NAMES TASK FORCE — Wise County commissioners Monday named a task force to review the county’s services available to victims of sexual assault and the prosecution of sexual assault cases. com. Many newer obituaries that were not in the papers came from The Wise County Heritage Museum has COBURN OUT AS DECATUR ISD SUPERINTENDENT — At a special meeting last night, the Decatur School Board approved a resignation and release agreement with Superintendent Joseph Coburn. The office will also be closed Thursday and Friday and will re-open 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. , Duke was driving a 2006 Toyota Prius on Farm Road 1658 as she approached U. BLOOD DRIVE – Karl Klement Ford in Decatur will host the Carter BloodCare bus 11:30 a. BURN BAN CONTINUES — Wise County’s burn ban is in effect for the fourth day in a row due to elevated fire conditions. Last week, Wise Health EARLY VOTING BEGINS — Early voting for the Nov. 22, 2021 By YOUTH FAIR TUESDAY — The Wise County Youth Fair continues today at the Wise County Fairgrounds with the breeding dairy goat show at 10 a. New Arrivals; Weddings, Engagements & Anniversaries; Submit a Wedding Announcement; Submit an Anniversary Announcement; Submit an Engagement Announcement; Submit a New FOOTBALL RETURNS — Today is the first game of the 2021 season for Wise County teams. Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Otherwise, it will be sunny and warmer today with a high around 62 degrees this afternoon and an overnight low around 37. , a 2003 Toyota Corolla driven by Oscar Lopez Romero, 25, of Fort Worth was traveling northbound on U. SUMMER READING — Chico Public Library’s 1,2 3 Play with Me for ages 0-5 is 11 a. Wise County Crime Report for Thursday, Dec. com or bridgeportchamber. Send flowers, find service dates or offer condolences for the lives we have lost in Wise County, Texas. Wise County Fire Marshal Jeff Doughty said the fire was accidental. Read more in the weekend Wise County Messenger on newsstands now or online at wcmessenger. A volunteer has paid all adoption fees until Tuesday, Nov. Thursday at Knob Hill ANIMAL SHELTER AT CAPACITY — The Wise County Animal Shelter is over capacity for dogs. ” Vassar was elected in May 2021. ; and Bridgeport Law Enforcement Center, 1000 GRAND JURY RETURNS CAPITAL MURDER INDICTMENT — A Boyd man has been indicted for capital murder in connection with the September shooting death of another Boyd resident. near the Acola Mansion adjacent to Carson NEW MANHUNT IN WISE — A vehicle pursuit initiated by the Fort Worth Police Department that started in Tarrant County last night ended on U. Comment. 1. DEMOCRATIC SOCIAL — The Wise County Democratic Party Monthly Social is 6:30 tonight at Fairfield Inn and Suites in Decatur. Call/text Tiffany at 940-399-8594. Wise County EMS and the Greenwood/Slidell Volunteer Fire Department responded to the scene. 11 in 1A, Slidell (28 ROAD WORK ALERT — Various lanes will be closed on Farm Road 920 from County Road 3410 to 4th Street in Bridgeport for maintenance activities 9 a. Bring lunch and snacks and enjoy fellowship with other crafters. Read more in the midweek Wise County Messenger on newsstands and online today. Commissioners will hold hearings on the Wise County tax rate of 34 cents per $100 of value – 29. It is the third time since June the median sales price has been above $300,000. president to a number of local propositions. Patchy freezing fog was also possible before 10 a. No charge, but a $5 donation to the food pantry ministry for backpacks and Alvord Meals on Wheels is . to 4 p. Jose Luis Diaz-Martinez, 33, was indicted last Thursday by a Wise County grand jury on one count of capital murder and two counts of murder for the death of Elias Torres Moreno. Registration starts at 8:30 a. Victory’s Fireworks Over Decatur is tonight. Monday through Friday next week. 2 HURT IN WRECKS — Two people were sent to area hospitals after sustaining injuries in two separate wrecks Thursday night and Friday morning. BROTHER ARRESTED IN SHOOTING — A 33-year-old Alvord man was shot Tuesday night resulting in the arrest of his brother. Sean Ayers, 45, was pronounced dead at the scene. Note that some races include candidates whose district extends beyond Wise County. Wise County Precinct 2 crews are aiming to reopen the road by 3 p. He was hired as superintendent at Decatur in the fall of 2021. 64 in Decatur and 1. 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 Obituaries & Articles About Deaths (1800s-2023) for indexed Names from the old newspapers Last Names T-Z are Below Most clippings are from 'The Bridgeport Index' and 'The Wise County Messenger' Tackett, Carl David - EXTENDED HOURS VOTING — You have extra time to vote today in the Nov. FUNERALS — Service for Jimmy R. today at Hopewell Cemetery. He was elected to his Place 3 seat in 1995 and completed his final term in 2021. Jake Hilton, 53, passed away in his Flower Mound home on Dec. HOLIDAY GREETINGS — This week’s Messenger includes our annual Holiday Greetings special section. The county is expected to receive $13. William Darrell Struble III, 32, was arrested Tuesday on two charges of murder in the deaths of his father, William Darrell Struble II, 64, and his brother, Martin Anthony Struble, 29, according to the Wise County Sheriff’s Office. It will include truck or treat, ring toss, bowling, ponies, photos, hot dogs, popcorn and hayride with Beetlejuice. Today’s forecast includes a 60 percent chance of storms today and tonight, and rain chances increase 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. Wise County Chief Deputy Craig Johnson said deputies responded to a home in the 200 block of County Road 4874 in Newark just after noon for a welfare concern after the office received a call from a person saying they had not been able COUNTY RECEIVES $6. 75 inches in Bridgeport, 1. Kitchen is available with refrigerator and microwave. Wise County is under a flood watch until Thursday evening. Ricky Hunter. FIREFIGHTERS BATTLE BLAZE NEAR SCHOOLS — Firefighters from around Wise County rushed to the scene of a large grass fire that ignited next to two Decatur ISD campuses Monday afternoon. Today’s high is expected to be around 98 under sunny skies with heat index 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur He has filed for a place on the March 5 Republican primary ballot. 81/287 near NRS south of Decatur when spike strips were deployed, disabling the suspect’s vehicle. The road is expected to be closed for four months. tonight at Mineral Wells High School. WHEELER GIVEN 15 YEARS FOR THEFT FROM CITY — Former Aurora city administrator Toni Wheeler has pleaded guilty to theft of more than $300,000 by a public servant and sentenced to 15 years in prison. 796 million last week, half of its designated allotment from the America Rescue Plan. Willett BBQ will be on site, and all participants will receive a free meal voucher, good for Aug. Call 817-412-5830 or email brian. today at the First United Methodist Church in Decatur with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery. Thursday at the Wise County Heritage Museum in Decatur. today at Boyd Cemetery. 5 cents for the general fund and 4. it will be cloudy with highs in the 70s today through Wednesday. The jury on Tuesday found Stephen Alan King, 29, caused the death of his 2-year-old daughter, Scarlett, by failing to Obituaries & Articles About Deaths (1800s-2023) for indexed Names from the old newspapers Last Names A-B are Below Most clippings are from 'The Bridgeport Index' and 'The Wise County Messenger' Adams, David Ray - LARGE HAIL POSSIBLE — A storm system is expected to move into Wise County this afternoon through this evening, Decatur has brought in $3. browse over 25 Wise County & Decatur, Texas obituary indexes, including newspaper obituaries, death indexes, funeral home obituaries. S. If you weren’t part of the 55 percent of registered voters who cast an early ballot, you can vote today at your assigned voting precinct. morning. Trinity Street, in Decatur. 2, Alvord 1. The Bridgeport Bulls travel to face the Paradise Panthers at 7:30 p. p S o s o n d r t e u a J a 0 u 4 t 2 a g 6 a 1 9 1 0 y g 1 9 c 1 u 3 u 2 h 7 1 4 4 7 i f c 0 0 f 3 7 a 0, 5 m f l · BREAKING — FM 51 is shut down at FM 2123 near Cottondale due to a fatal wreck. Flaggers will assist in directing traffic. boyle@klementford. Brian Range, 41, is in Wise County Jail facing the following charges, two counts of assault on a public servant, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, criminal mischief greater than or equal to $300,000, interfering with WISE COUNTY CONSIDERS BUDGET — Wise County commissioners will consider a $70. 4 Commissioner Colby Shawn said the road west of Paradise will remain open to local traffic Wise County voters went to the polls Tuesday to decide a number of races. ‹ÿ?ÌHÌ @3p\ uÞÿûKûúŽ ¾®Õç°L ¼ÅPJ&•8S©-ÕIª7·‡#£ V K~HxçïÕ4ï /„TÚE—ŠF–S®]”. Tuesday at Wise Christian Counseling in the Prada Shops, 1650 S. , 89, of Decatur is 2 p. Read more in the weekend Wise County Messenger on newsstands today. 7 inches, Bridgeport 1. Saturday at Hawkins-Decatur with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery. 380. The View local obituaries in Wise County, Virginia. Nov. ºT4:9åÚEé¢Ñ½÷ßÿžÿw—3Xô 5 *Bi ¨³Þÿ BURN BAN REMAINS ACTIVE — With an elevated fire warning still in place for our area, Wise County’s burn ban remains active today. 24 only. 87 million in the first half of 2021-22. The Wise County Sheriff’s Office last year assisted with the exhumation of Marks’ body to obtain a DNA sample which helped confirm the killer’s identity. Call 940-644-2330. Celebration of Life is 11 a. Morton Ave. Call Michelle, 940-644-2330. 5 million budget for fiscal year 2021/22 Monday. Defending state champion Malakoff took down the Panthers 27-19 in the 3A Division I state semifinals at Frisco’s Ford Center with a dominant second half performance. to 4:30 p. Wood is accused of shooting at Rhome Police officers Rex Richie and Brody Brown during a traffic stop June 13 near New Fairview. 2 million, up from $2. 142 comments. 24, Decatur 1. For information, call Terry Everett, 940-389-9060, Kim Lawson, 817-994-1051, or Shawn Mann, 940-393-1679. After Decatur’s dramatic, five-set struggle in the regional final with West Plains last week, Decatur coach Stormi Snider said her team didn’t like the feeling of not being in control. One website hosts numerous charities from across North Texas counties where people can easily make donations online. As of October 2023, WHS staff at its Wise County locations were reduced by 14 percent ahead of the acquisition, through either layoffs or positions remaining vacant after employees left on their own accord. SUNNY AND WARM — Southerly winds will bring warm temperatures to Wonderful Wise today. 380, said Bridgeport Police Chief SENATE MAP MOVES WISE COUNTY — With the third special session of the Texas Legislature starting today for redistricting of the U. RAINY START — Rain was beginning to move out of Wise County as Update was going to press. DECATUR SCHOOL BOARD — The Decatur School Board will host its regular monthly meeting tonight. The festivities begin at 7 with a music program, bounce houses, food trucks and a fireworks show after sunset. Starting Monday at 8 a. Before the parade, Santa Claus will be on the square for pictures from 3 to 5 p. It is pot luck, so bring your favorite Christmas dish. Since March of 2020, 194 Wise County residents have died of COVID-19, according to the DSHS. BRISK MORNING — The coolest air of the season greeted folks this morning with the temperature dipping to 45 degrees just before 8 a. Wise County nonprofits participating in Giving Day include the Wise County Committee on Aging, Inc. The event will feature trunk UNITED WAY GOLF TOURNAMENT — The United Way of Wise County will hold its annual golf tournament today at the RB Golf Club. HOUCHIN TO Read more in the midweek Wise County Messenger. LEADING WITH HEART — Twisted X CEO Prasad Reddy is Wise County Messenger’s Person of the Year. The median price for the 111 homes sold was $316,950. Punishment in the case will be decided by 271st District Judge Brock Smith. There were some localized reports of 8-10 inches in places around the county. No outdoor burning is allowed. It is still far below the peak in January of 497. Where are they now? New Arrivals; Submit an Engagement Announcement; Submit a New Arrival; ADVERTISE. “For an ‹ÿ?ŒHMú! :|ÎûÏ_ZÿßñÏ×±n Ë‹À€· FI¹;Î ÌÒé,³]— %£ V K $¼ó÷¦šwŽ$/ÇÒ. 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. House of Representative, Texas Senate and House and state board of education districts, the first proposed Texas Senate map was released Saturday. CHICO LIBRARY PROGRAMS — After school programs return to Chico Public Library at 4 today with a Balloon Tower STEM Challenge. No registration required. Now, the county must wait to find out exactly what it can spend the money on. m. 18, 2025, at First United Methodist Church in View local obituaries in Wise County, Texas. Farm Road 51 in Decatur; Alvord City Hall, 215 W. Many of the sign thefts have been in the Paradise and Cottondale BOYD HOUSE FIRE — A single wide mobile home in the 3200 block of Farm Road 2048 near Boyd was destroyed by fire Sunday night. Wise County Commissioners approved proposing a 27. There is no charge for the vaccine, and insurance will not be billed. The agenda includes the Fall 2024 SENIOR CHRISTMAS PARTY — The Owls Activity Center in Decatur will hold its annual Christmas Party for Wise County senior citizens 11 a. today at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery. While the NWS has not issued an elevated fire warning for the area, the Wise County Fire Marshal’s Office said it strongly discourages any outdoor burning or welding today. 2 inches in Bridgeport, 2. Precinct 4 Commissioner Gaylord Kennedy reported last week during commissioners court that 25 to 30 various signs have been taken in the past month-and-a-half. RAIN TOTALS — Saturday brought some much-needed rain to Wise County. Pink stripes will be painted in the Visitor Center parking lot at 11 a. 81/287 at a high rate of speed. 2: COUNTY ROAD 4371 — A woman stated a wedding ring was stolen from a friendsgiving party after she set it down. today for the general election, which features a number of races from U. 5 cents for road and bridge – and 4 cents for the Wise County Weatherford College Wise County Messenger. CRAFT BEE — The MZ Craft Bee is 10 a. More info will be posted later. Anyone wishing to paint as a survivor or paint in honor or in memory of someone they’ve lost SOUTH WISE ROAD WORK — U. today at Hawkins-Decatur with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery. . today in the CVS parking lot, 805 W. The proposal moves Wise County as a whole from the current Senate Wise County Messenger, Decatur, Texas. County Judge J. Do not be alarmed by heavy police presence at the location. 2 state constitutional amendment election ends today at the four early voting locations: the Women’s Building at the Wise County Fairgrounds in Decatur, Alvord City Hall, the Boyd Community Center and Bridgeport Law Obituaries; Submit Obituary; LIFESTYLE. HEAT ADVISORY EXTENDED — A heat advisory remains in effect for Wise County until 8 tonight. 99 shares. Alternate routes are advised. Prosecutors with the Wise County District Attorney’s Office presented evidence during a brief sentencing phase of the trial Monday afternoon in 271st EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING — Wise County will be under an excessive heat warning for the second day in a row from noon to 7 p. VOLLEYBALL MATCHES — The Decatur Lady Eagles will host a District 7-4A battle against Springtown tonight at 6. Today’s high will be around 75. 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 Sierra pickup on September 15, 2021 . The Boyd Lady Jackets (36-4) will take on Tolar in the 3A Division II state semifinal match 6:30 p. MISSING TEEN FOUND SAFE — A Bridgeport teen listed as a runaway/missing person was found Thursday morning and returned home safely. Today’s high will be around 71 degrees 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 7-2) will close out District 8-4A play with a home battle against Springtown today at 5:30 p. The Alvord Bulldogs are at home against Gateway Charter Academy at 7:30 p. Meat pen rabbits will be judged at 1 followed by breeding rabbits. She remained in the Wise County Jail Wednesday morning with bond set at $15,000. Family visitation is one hour prior to the service at the cemetery. Wise County Texas Obituaries Images of Newspaper Clippings and PDFs of Obituaries & Articles About Deaths East, Auga Lee (Mathis) - 2021 -- 2021 Wise County Messenger East, James Borden 2016 -- 2016 Wise County STORMS CAUSE POWER OUTAGES — Strong but brief storms passed through Wise County last night along with the arrival of a cold front. Obituaries; Submit Obituary; LIFESTYLE. Vess died from a gunshot wound to the head Nov. 11, 2021, after former District Attorney Greg Lowery was appointed County Court-at-Law No. Wednesday’s rain totals included 3. “Three of the four occupants of the two vehicles were declared deceased at the scene of the accident,” said on July 01, 2021 . FATALITY CRASH — A Rhome man died in a single-vehicle accident on Farm Road 2264 north of Farm Road 407 in New Fairview Sunday. 5M HEALTH CARE FRAUD SCHEME — Former Bridgeport podiatrist Brian Carpenter was sentenced to 45 months in federal prison Wednesday after being found guilty last year of participating in a scheme to fraudulently bill a health care program for U. Update for Wednesday, December 15, 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur ELECTION DAY ARRIVES — Polls are open 7 a. This is YOUR Wise County Messenger, a community newspaper serving Wise County. No major structural damage from the storm was reported in the county. Starting in 2009, he took a boot company in the middle of bankruptcy proceedings and turned it into a brand HEAT ADVISORY — The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Wise County and much of North Texas beginning at noon today and continuing until 8 p. Bridgeport Police Chief Steve Stanford said Tania Perez, 15, was found in Alvord after Wednesday evening’s social media posts by his department and the Wise County Messenger about her and her boyfriend Brian ONLY IN WISEMONDAY, DEC. Today’s high will be around 51 degrees. FUNERAL for Evelyn Lynette Armour, 73, of Decatur is 11 a. The response team was mandated by Senate Bill 476 approved in the 87th Legislature. Otherwise, today will be partly sunny becoming sunny later today with a high around 68 and an overnight low of 49. COUNCIL ADOPTS TAX RATE, Infants, toddlers and their favorite grown-ups are invited to 1,2,3 Play with Me at the Chico Public Library 11 a. By Messenger Staff | on December 15, 2021 . The forecast calls for a high near 100 degrees with heat index values as high as 107. The council voted to appoint Matt VanHoose to the Place 5 seat 3-1. 2 general election. MORE HALLOWEEN EVENTS — A more extensive list of upcoming Halloween and fall festival events in Wise County can be found here and in this week’s Wise SIGN UP FOR SANTA’S DEPUTIES — The Wise County Sheriff’s Office is accepting registrations for Santa’s Deputies through Dec. Friday at 1200 N. 15-19, weather permitting. “We interviewed them all day and it went View local obituaries in Wise County, Texas. In 2022, Stainton ran unopposed for the final two years of the term. “The elderly occupant was burning some tall grass around the steps and the fire spread to the inside of the outer wall of the home and into the void space CLOSED FOR TRAINING — The Wise County Appraisal District office will be closed noon-1 p. That was up 14 from Wednesday. D. Jail records indicate she posted $100,000 bond and was released. Place An Ad; Pay My Bill; 2021-12-15. Business U. , Wise MEDICARE CLASS — Medicare advisor Wes Carter will be at the Decatur Public Library noon today for a free medicare class. JOINT CHAMBER LUNCHEON — The Bridgeport and Decatur Chambers of Commerce will hold a joint luncheon 11:30 a. FUNERAL for Kenneth Ray Cobb, 69, of Decatur is 2 p. -noon Saturday. Oncor Area Manager Sabrina Easley said they still have 350 customers without power, but crews are working to restore those. RETIREMENT PARTY — 1 KILLED IN WRECK — One person was killed in a two-vehicle wreck north of Decatur Monday morning. in Decatur. REMEMBERING 9/11 — The weekend issue of the Wise County Messenger includes special coverage of the 20th anniversary of the Sept. If you have a non-emergency and need assistance call 940-683-3430. Visit nhfcevents. The overnight low will dip to around 54. Cottondale received 1. ; and Bridgeport Law It was a 9. Wise County District Attorney James Overall, Wise County generally saw 2-5 inches of snow with snow totals exceeding five inches in northeastern portions of the county. Monday until 6 a. ROAD CLOSURE — County Road 2195 north of Decatur will be closed Wednesday for drainage upgrades. Pick up a copy on newsstands today. Attendees are asked to wear red, white and blue and bring cow bells to ring at the BRIDGE REPLACEMENT — County Road 3451 will be closed for approximately four months for a bridge replacement project starting Monday. 400. Patches of dense fog led to reduced visibility of less than a quarter of a mile in places. RAIN REPORT — After a rain-filled day yesterday, skies will begin to clear today as we dry out. BOYD, DECATUR VOLLEYBALL PUNCH TICKETS TO STATE FINALS — Wise County will have the rare opportunity to fight for two volleyball state championships this year. Daniel Hernandez, 63, entered his guilty plea in 271st District Court in Decatur, according to court records. 81/287 southbound will be reduced to one lane as needed at various locations between County Road 4421 and Business 81/287 for maintenance activities 7 a. Freedom Fest 2022 at Grace Fellowship Church in Paradise begins at 6 tonight. Bill Hood with Wise Electric Co-op said the company returned to normal operations at midnight. COURTESY OF FORT WORTH MAGAZINE Twisted X CEO Prasad Reddy knows a good investment when he sees it. The Decatur Lady Eagles (30 Obituaries & Articles About Deaths (1800s-2023) for indexed Names from the old newspapers Last Names L-M are Below Most clippings are from 'The Bridgeport Index' and 'The Wise County Messenger' Malone, James - 2021 BRADFORD FOUND GUILTY OF MURDER — McKinley Mantrell Bradford was found guilty of the murder of Chico resident John Freeman by a Wise County jury Monday afternoon. com or call 940-393-2021. A record-setting high in the mid-80s is expected today with winds at 10-20 mph before a cold front rolls in after midnight. The meeting will feature a FLOODING THREAT — Keep an umbrella with you today, as the forecast includes a 70 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms throughout the day, and chances increase to 100 percent tonight. It took the jury just more than half an hour to reach their decision. Carpenter, 58, of Paradise We wish everyone here nothing but the very best. The Texas Department NORTH TEXAS GIVING DAY — North Texas Giving Day, an online giving event that supports more than 3,000 local nonprofits, is today. today at Hawkins-Decatur with burial at Oaklawn POWER LARGELY RESTORED - Power was restored to many Wise County residents overnight. BRIDGEPORT OFFICES CLOSED — The City of Bridgeport offices will close at 11:30 a. for Wise County. Jail records show Wood is charged with two counts of aggravated assault against a public servant and one count DENSE FOG ADVISORY — A dense fog advisory was in effect until 9 a. Lows will drop to around 60 under a mostly clear sky, giving a wonderful view of the Hunter’s Moon — October’s full moon. Send flowers, find service dates or offer condolences for the lives we have lost in Wise County, Virginia. Per the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) crash report released Sunday, the Obituaries; Submit Obituary; LIFESTYLE. The monthly meeting of the Wise County Historical Society will follow at 2. The bill did not provide additional funding to counties. Read more in the weekend Wise County Messenger. Lara Hornsby (16 kills, 16 digs, 2 block assists) was selected as the 4AI state MVP, and was joined on the 4AI all-state team by teammates Browse Decatur local obituaries on Legacy. Read more in the midweek Wise County Messenger. 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 CHRISTMAS BBQ SALE — The Greenwood Masonic Lodge is holding a Christmas barbecue sale, including brisket, ham, sausage, turkey breast and ribs. Update for Thursday December 23, 2021 The Decatur Rotary Club will sponsor a drive from 1-6 p. Read more in the midweek Wise County FUNERALS – Funeral for Cora Darlene Downe, 80, of Decatur is 10:30 a. 5³T\åe¸@Ézÿ ± NZ¥LÒ NEW LAWS TAKE EFFECT — Hundreds of new state laws created during the 87th Texas Legislature last spring go into effect today, including House Bill 1927, which allows Texans who are 21 years old or older to carry handguns without training or a license, sometimes referred to as permitless carry or constitutional carry. Call 940-627-7577. If you haven’t voted since the 2020 election, you might Browse Waynesburg local obituaries on Legacy. 5 cent per $100 valuation property tax rate Monday for the county’s FY 2025 budget, a 1-cent increase to the 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. Rainfall totals of 2-5 inches, with isolated higher amounts, are possible. HOSPITAL BLOOD DRIVE – Wise Health System will host a blood WOOD, CASWELL RETURNED TO WISE — Royce Wood, the suspect in the shooting of a Rhome police officer last month, was returned to Wise County last night and booked into the Wise County Jail following his arrest last week in Mountain View, Ark. Like. FUNERALS — Memorial for Jimmy Glen Johnson, 78, of Decatur is 2 p. exit in Alvord at Category Pages are limited to 90 days. Wise County Pct. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at decaturtx. Wednesday at the First Baptist Church in Decatur with burial at Jackson Cemetery in Krum. MOONLIGHT MADNESS — The lighted parade returns to downtown Decatur at 6 p. South winds of 20 to 30 miles per hour with gusts up to 40 miles per hour are expected. today for an employee Thanksgiving luncheon. ALVORD CHRISTMAS EVENT — Alvord’s Hometown Christmas Market is Saturday. The draft of the budget put an emphasis on increasing resources for public safety, adding seven WCSO positions and a 5 40 OVER 40 SPECIAL SECTION — Today’s Wise County Messenger includes a 40 Over 40 special section, honoring outstanding local individuals over the age of 40. Richie was struck in the leg. Some areas of the county briefly lost power during the PURSUIT ENDS IN CEMETERY — A Decatur man was arrested after leading a pursuit that ended Sunday afternoon in Oaklawn Cemetery. It’s expected to be sunny with a high of 48 today with an overnight low of 33. , four of Bridgeport’s five announced finalists along with their spouses toured the city, conducting interviews that spanned 12 hours. Wood and Tiffany Diane COVID-19 CASES RISE, BUT CAPACITY IMPROVES — After dropping below 100 active cases in mid-October, Wise County’s active COVID-19 case count is back up to 223 as of Sunday, according to the Department of State Health Services. Susan Jane Swan, 59, was taken into custody at her home at 205 Tryall Drive in Runaway Bay. The move puts all three Northwest ISD high COMMUNITY COALITION MEETING — The Wise County Community Coalition meets noon today at Catfish O’Harlies 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South PANTHERS FALL IN STATE SEMIS — Paradise’s best season in football program history came to an end Thursday. Today’s high Registration is required, and deadline to RSVP is Monday. According to Wise County EMS Chief Randall Preuninger, one person was transported via ground ambulance after a three-vehicle wreck involving two 18-wheelers on U. FORMER LOCAL DOCTOR SENTENCED IN $8. All reactions: 146. Local fire departments responded to several reports of trees blown down across roadways overnight. Call Amy Pegues, 940-577-3192. Update for Friday, September 10, 2021 By Messenger Staff . Ý{ÿý?ó?Î,v—3X. -3 p. RHOME TRAFFIC ALERT — U. 4-H Parade of Fashion is at 6:30. 30. VETERANS SERVICES OFFICE CLOSED FOR TRAINING — The Wise County Veterans Services Office will be closed for training today and Wednesday, March 12-13. today at the church, 306 N. Miller. 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. 44,319 likes · 4,443 talking about this. Where are they now? New Arrivals; ADVERTISE. 15. Shortly after 7 a. Stainton was appointed to the position by the governor on Jan. 5 million budget for fiscal year 2021/22 at 9 a. 81/287 northbound and southbound will be closed at Farm Road 3433 9 p. FUNERAL for Freda Gail Barrow, 61, of Boyd is 10 a. It’s expected to be mostly cloudy through mid-morning before becoming sunny this afternoon. Richards Sr. Decatur Fire Department Public Information Officer Susan Gómez said the blaze began at about 2:40 p. The Decatur Eagles will host Kennedale at 7. The wreck occurred near Farm Road 2048 shortly after 8:15 p. Bridgeport collected $241,124 in The median home price last month was up 51 percent from the $288,500 in April 2021 for the 100 properties sold. COVID CASES CONTINUE TO RISE — The active number of COVID-19 cases in Wise County continued to tick up this week. today at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur with burial at Chico Cemetery. 5. today. FUNERAL for John Hesteande, 54, of Slidell is 2 p. 05 and Greenwood 1. 30 at a home on County Road Update for Monday August 16, 2021 By Messenger Staff Today’s forecast includes a 20 percent chance of isolated storms with rain chances increasing towards the middle of the week. ALL-WISE VOLLEYBALL — The All-Wise Volleyball team is featured in the weekend Messenger, spotlighting the top local volleyball players. Wheeler was charged with the first degree felony in December of 2021 following an investigation that revealed evidence of thefts totaling more Some are from 'The Bridgeport Index', some from 'The Wise County Messenger', and others are from sometimes unidentified local newspapers. Decatur (31-13) swept the Celina Bobcats in the 4AI state semi-finals Tuesday at the Curtis Culwell Center — 25-17, 25-22, 25-18 — and earned its first trip back to state since 2021. The breeding swine show is at 4. The punishment phase of the trial BURN BAN DAY — The National Weather Service has issued an elevated fire warning for today, meaning the county’s burn ban is active, according to the Wise County Fire Marshal’s Office. FULL MOON — Temperatures will reach the low 80s in Wonderful Wise today under mostly sunny skies. While the county is not under a burn ban day, the Wise County Fire MAN ARRESTED FOR MURDER OF FAMILY MEMBERS — A Newark man has been arrested for the murder of his father and brother. Daniel Wayne Pack, 32, was indicted on the first degree felony charge of murder last Thursday, according to court records. yzn rwpxt arz xrvpcn hezhdtz buc rywqu ppkso kkbbw qrpfoi