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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2009 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER

HERE’S WHAT YOU DECATUR

MAY HAVE MISSED
IN LAST SUNDAY’S

IN NEWS...
■ Mission
accomplished: a father
headed to Iraq sees
his son become a Boy
Scout
■ Bishop requests
salary review

IN SPORTS...
■ Tigers jump on
‘Jackets early for
victory
■ See spot run;
Leopards pounce
Eagles

VOLUME 130 - NO. 72 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2009 DECATUR, TEXAS 24 PAGES IN TWO SECTIONS PLUS INSERTS 75¢

DECATUR WISE COUNTY

IN SPORTS ...
Bishop
requests
salary
FULL NIGHT OF
review
FOOTBALL By KRISTEN TRIBE
All seven area football
teams were in action Friday, Precinct 1 constable Tom
and we’ve got them all Bishop filed a salary griev
covered. ance with the county Tues
See page 1B day. He is asking commis
sioners to continue paying
him $48,500 instead of
INSIDE ... $32,000.
The $16,500 difference
was paid to constables in
2009 as an auto allowance
County judge Bill McEl
haney said when the budget
for fiscal year 2009 was ap
proved, constables were pro
viding their own cars.
Three new constables
including Bishop, Douglas
WISH UPON A Messenger photo by Joe Duty Parr and Kevin Huffman
ROCK STAR CROSSING OVER — Boy Scout Troop 121 held a special ceremony for Cub Scouts Elijah Tolleson, Kenny Short and were elected last November
A Bridgeport High School Brad Ferris, who received their Arrow of Light awards early in order for Elijah’s father to be present for the ceremony. and prior to taking office in
senior had his musical wish Above, Elijah crosses the bridge while Sgt. Allan Tolleson watches. Tolleson will report for duty Wednesday, Sept. January, McElhaney said
come true Friday. 9.
some of them were unable
See photo page 2A

Mission accomplished
to get auto insurance due to
the liability associated with
INSIDE ... police work.
In January, commissioners
CANTEEN TRUCK agreed to purchase cars for
The American Red Cross the constables. They were
has a canteen truck ready
to respond with local
A father headed to Iraq sees his son become a Boy Scout also allowed to keep the
vehicle allowances for 2009
volunteers when tragedy
strikes. because state law says that
See page 2A By MANDY BOURGEOIS rows of Light early.” an elected official’s salary
Elijah and Sgt. Tolleson worked especially hard to- cannot be lowered, unless
When Elijah Tolleson of Rhome crossed the bridge gether over the summer to earn several badges before voluntarily, in the middle of
IN BRIEFS ... on Monday, symbolically crossing over into Boy Scouts Elijah was eligible for the transition. a budget year.
from Cub Scouts, his father was there to see him do “There were a bunch of different badges that needed At this time, constables
WEEKEND it. to get done,” Sgt. Tolleson said. “It was nice to do this were also told that they
EVENTS Traditionally, Cub Scouts cross over after receiving together as father and son. We went to the canned food would not be given the
Find out information on their Arrow of Light Awards in February. However, drives together and stuff like that.”
this weekend’s events, this February Sgt. Allan Tolleson will be in Iraq for a The time spent with Elijah reminded Sgt. Tolleson Continued on page 2A
including Cruise Nights, second tour with the National Guard. of time spent with his father as a Cub and Boy Scout.
Wise Country Fall-Out In order to allow Sgt. Tolleson to see Elijah cross “That’s one of the few times that my dad and I bond- A meeting of the griev-
auditions and the Park over before he leaves for El Paso Wednesday, Sept. 9, ed together, when I was in Boy Scouts,” Sgt. Tolleson ance review committee
Springs Reunion. Pack 115 made special concessions for Elijah and two said. “I’m like a walking advertisement for Boy Scouts and a public hearing is
See page 3A other Cub Scouts, Kenny Short and Brad Ferris, to and Cub Scouts. We’ve had a lot of fun.” at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept.
earn their awards early. He said the time spent with Elijah was quite differ- 8, in the second floor
“When we found out Allan was leaving, I thought ent than his time coaching his older kids in various district courtroom at
AREA DEATHS that we could just crank it through the summer,” said sports. the Wise County Court-
AND FUNERALS Webelo II den leader Chris Ferris. “We were pretty ag- “This allowed for one-on-one time,” he said. house. A special com-
gressive during the school year, so we were ahead of Ferris expressed her thanks to Boy Scout Troop 121, missioners’ meeting will
MARY ELLEN EDER schedule. We were in really good shape when our pack
follow in the third floor
Cottondale jury room.
leader brought it up that we could possibly get our Ar- Continued on page 13A
DONALD MANNING
Bridgeport
CATARINO AMAYA
Bridgeport
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See page 14A
What lesson are we teaching when parents pick fear?
WEATHER...
By BRANDON EVANS The les- come as no to do with reality. But fear spreads
Sun 87/66 son sent surprise when easy. It tends to avoid the rational.
9/6 “Avoiding danger is no safer in from these a fat cat, step- Paradise ISD Superintendent
Isolated thunderstorms. Highs in
the upper 80s and lows in the mid the long run than outright exposure. parents is ping as quiet Monty Chapman released a state-
60s. The fearful are caught as often as that children as the snow ment that social studies teachers
the bold.” — Helen Keller shouldn’t falls, sneaks in the district can show the presi-
Mon 90/66 A river of fear flows through the have any away with a dential speech, which is expected
9/7
Mix of sun and clouds. Highs in the
heart of Wise County. respect for mouth full of to be 15 to 20 minutes in length,
low 90s and lows in the mid 60s. Last week, school districts the presi- feathers. during their Wednesday, Thursday
throughout the county received a dency. They Instead of or Friday classes. However, before
Tue 90/68 flood of phone calls from parents don’t feel airing the a teacher can show the speech,
9/8
after the White House announced comfortable speech, sev- they must first prepare a lesson
Times of sun and clouds. Highs in
the low 90s and lows in the upper that President Barack Obama with allowing eral districts plan to go with the viewing that is
60s.
would be giving an address to the their children decided to approved by their principal. They
nation’s students on Tuesday. to form their post a link to must then send the lesson plan
INDEX “We’ve had some parents call owns opinions the speech on home with their students along
us and say they didn’t want their or draw their their Web site with a permission slip to be signed
News Briefs ..... 3A Sports ...............1B
children to watch it,” said Lesley own conclu- after it has by a parent.
Opinion ........... 4A Classifieds.........4B
Lifestyle .......... 6A Wise Business 10B
Weaver, spokesperson for North- sions. They See an aired. This is Several districts in our county
west ISD. haven’t prepared their opposing the policy being followed went the route of the permission
The same thing happened at ev- children to function as view on the by Bridgeport, Decatur and slip. Boyd will make the speech
ery school district in the county. independent thinkers. president’s Paradise ISDs. available live, but students must
In response, many districts These parents have speech on The fear from parents is first get a permission slip signed by
decided not to air the speech at all. chosen to cultivate fear page 4A. that President Obama in- a parent.
Wise County Messenger The fear of angry, irrational par- through seclusion, like a tends to indoctrinate their
P.O. Box 149 ents trumped students partaking in mother bird refusing to children with socialist Continued on page 12A
115 South Trinity a nationwide, civic enterprise. teach her brood to fly. It should propaganda. This fear has nothing
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at 4000 N. 10th Street in
Bridgeport.
It all began in the 1980s
when times were tough in
Wise County. Oil production
was off, rock trucks sat idle,
jobs were scarce and banks
were failing. Crime was up,
and the Texas Department
of Criminal Justice was feel-
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beds to house incarcerated
felons. The idea of contract-
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to house Texas inmates was
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seen as an opportunity by
Dr. George C. Zoley, presi-
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rections Corporation. WCC
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in Kyle just south of Aus-
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company had begun looking
for a site north of the Metro-
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tives approached the city of
Springtown about building a
private prison there, but the
idea was met with strong
opposition.
Hearing of WCC’s offer
and seeing a chance to in-
crease job opportunities and
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GEO’s WC center celebrates 20 years ...
Continued from page 2
assuaged somewhat when
teams of trustee inmates
were dispatched to mani-
cure the Harwood City
Park, street rights-of-way,
and other public areas.
An inmate service club re-
paired broken bicycles for
children and raised money
by washing employees’ cars
to provide a wheelchair for
a needy local child. Elabo-
rate Christmas floats were
built by inmates and en-
tered in the city’s annual
Christmas parade, often
winning first place. De-
serving graduating seniors
in the county still vie for
college scholarship funds
endowed by the company
every year.
Through the years the
Bridgeport
Center
Correctional
became
throughout the company
known
and in the industry for its
standard of excellence. The
facility was first accredited
by the American Correc-
tions Association (ACA) in
1991. Its Education Depart-
ment was certified by the
Southern Association of Col-
leges and Schools (SACS)
in 1992. Several employees,
who began their corrections
careers at Bridgeport, have
been promoted to higher lev-
els of responsibility within
the corporation. The facility
remained a Wackenhut Cor-
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until 2003, when the compa-
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On July 31, a celebration
was held at the facility to
mark the company’s 20-year
contractual association with
the Texas Department of
Criminal Justice.
The visitation room was
elaborately decorated. Ta-
bles, dressed in white, were
accented with blue and green
starbursts and centered
with miniature GEO flags
$17,998
that had been handmade
for the occasion by educa-
tion counselor Darlene Bon-
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in blue, was decorated with
swags of white and green on
which were placed large let-
ters denoting the 20th an-
niversary. The dessert table
was draped with green and
blue organza swags and fea-
tured a cake decorated with
a blue and green GEO flag
on a field of white. A display
of collages of pictures taken
at special events over the fa-
cility’s 20-year history filled
one corner of the room.
After a luncheon of steak
and shrimp, Warden David
McComis welcomed guests
to the anniversary celebra-
tion. Chaplain Phillip Yoder
offered the invocation, after
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HONORED — GEO employees recognized for their 20 years able to local law enforce-
of service were Warden David McComis, Major Rick Denney,
ment agencies for training
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Davis and Supply Officer Linda Roberds. and recertification of offi-
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Wise sales tax down more than state average Wise County Messenger Classifieds
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August sales tax alloca-
tions to local governments
across the state were down Who should you trust
6.8 percent compared to August 2009 with your OB/GYN care?
Net Comparable 2009 2008
this time last year. In Wise
County, allocations were
City/
County
Current
Rate
Payment
This Period
Payment
Prior Year
Percent
Change
Payments
To Date
Payments
To Date
Percent
Change Decatur Women’s Health Center
down much more than the Alvord 1.0% $7,561 $15,531 -51%▼ $54,974 $72,227 -22%▼ offers a full range of obstetrical and gynecological
state average. Aurora 1.0% $1,997 $1,673 19%▲ $16,011 $14,738 9%▲ care for women at every stage of life.
Every city in the county Boyd 1.5% $27,532 $45,504 -39%▼ $242,639 $288,659 -16%▼
with the exception of Auro- Bridgeport 1.5% $172,774 $461,520 -63%▼ $2,174,193 $3,063,125 -29%▼
ra experienced a decline in Chico 1.5% $32,579 $58,050 -44%▼ $337,813 $413,424 -18%▼
revenue. Bridgeport took Decatur 1.5% $341,955 $375,817 -9%▼ $2,468,059 $2,524,734 -2%▼
the biggest hit, with a 63 Lake Bridgeport 1.5% $2,053 $2,458 -16%▼ $12,881 $13,775 -6%▼
percent decline from Au-
New Fairview 1.5% $28,575 $38,781 -26%▼ $355,054 $403,144 12%▼
gust 2008. Bridgeport re-
Newark 1.5% $5,400 $7,399 -27%▼ $41,209 $46,951 -12%▼
ceived $172,774, compared
Paradise 1.5% $5,476 $9,276 -41%▼ $42,043 $55,338 -24%▼
to $461,520 at this time last
Rhome 1.5% $20,546 $22,803 -10%▼ $149,087 $150,877 -1%▼
year. For the year, Bridge-
port is down 29 percent, Runaway Bay 1.5% $3,309 $4,452 -26%▼ $31,337 $42,611 -26%▼
with $2,174,193 earned. Wise County 0.5% $320,089 $444,752 -28%▼ $2,925,224 $3,338,845 -12%▼
Other major losses were (Left to Right) Melissa Bradley, Dr. Douglas Kyle, Kim Mote, Patricia Ruiz
felt by the cities of Alvord, to the $375,817 received at the sales tax rebate was tions represent sales taxes “Friendly, professional and confidential.”
-51 percent; Chico, -44 per- this time last year. For the $320,089 in July, down collected in June by busi- Your health and well-being as a woman are our concern.
cent; Paradise, -41 percent; year, Decatur has earned 26 percent from last year. nesses that report sales We offer a full range of obstetrical and gynecological care.
and Boyd, -39 percent. $2,468,069, 2 percent less For the year, the county is taxes monthly, and sales Our emphasis is on making you feel comfortable,
Decatur’s share of the rev- than the city earned last down 12 percent, at $2.9 taxes collected in April, confident and reassured.
enue, $341,955 represents year through July. million. May and June by quarter-
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CLAYTON’S CORNER FREE CREDIT SEMINAR

By GARY CLAYTON
Wise Co. Extension Agent
The U.S. Census Bureau is asking for your
support in ensuring the success of the 2010
census. Here’s why:
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eral funds are awarded to states and commu-
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NEWS BRIEFS
celebrate their 40-year reunion Oct. 16-18 at the Ramada in
ROAD CLOSED — The intersection of County Road 2323 UPCOMING EVENTS ... Decatur. The group will visit the Lost Battalion Room at the
and 2324 is closed until mid- to late-October for bridge GED TEST — The GED test will be administered by Wise County Heritage Museum at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17.
replacement. Bridgeport ISD Sept. 21. Call (940) 683-1830, ext 1250,
or visit http://www.bridgeportisd.net/comm/ged.htm for RAFFLE TICKETS — The Decatur Citizens Police Academy
THIS WEEK’S EVENTS ... more information. You must pre-register before noon Sept.
ESL CLASSES — Free ESL classes are offered at the 17. Continued on page 7
Decatur First Baptist Church from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on
Wednesdays during the school year beginning Wednesday, GT NOMINATIONS — Chico ISD will accept nominations
Sept. 9. Registration is from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 9, and
classes are offered for beginning, intermediate and
for new students in grades K-11 for Gifted and Talented
program screening through Friday, Sept. 25. Students may
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advanced levels. For more information, call the church office be nominated by teachers, administrators, counselors or Buy your pump, pressure tank & supplies from us.
at (940) 627-3235. parents. Forms are available in the front office of each
Pay a driller to produce the hole.
campus. Call Dolly Green at (940) 644-5783 for more
FLIP FLOPS FOR PROM — The DHS class of 2011 is selling information.
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1/2 hp 3/4 hp 1 hp 5 hp
prom. Advance orders may be placed until Friday, Sept. 11. SKEET SHOOT — The Friends of Alvord Skeet Shoot is
Forms will be available at the concession stands during Saturday, Sept. 26, at Oakhill MX Park. For information, call $299 $354 $405 $1465
seventh, eighth, freshman, junior varsity and varsity home Jim Looney at (940) 393-6382. s5 Year Warranty
sMade to Perform in Sand
games. Sizes range from youth 11 to adult 12. sPressure Tanks Starting at $140
REUNION — The DHS class of 1989 reunion will be Since 1856
VETERANS PROGRAM — The Wise County Veterans Group Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Decatur Country Club. If you =fiXccpflinXk\in\cce\\[j1
is having a 9/11 Memorial Observance at 10 a.m. Friday, have not recieved your invitation, contact Randy Shilling at
220 Long Street
Sept. 11, at the Wise County Veterans Park. (972) 742-5868, Scotty Helms at (214) 597-1898 or Kelli HHH Well Sales Bowie, TX 76230
Zumar Pyland at (940) 626-9069 or kpyland1@yahoo.com. (940) 872-6883 (800) 227-1806
CLASS OF 1999 — The Bridgeport High School Class of
1999 will have its 10-year reunion Sept. 11-12. If you have CHAMBER AUCTION — The 18th annual Decatur Chamber
not been contacted, e-mail bridgeport1999@hotmail.com. of Commerce Auction is 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26.

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DISASTER EXERCISE — A Hazard Mitigation Team information or to purchase tickets call Misty Hudson at

emergency exercise will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, in
Decatur. The scenario will involve an F-2 tornado touching
down in Decatur.
NEXT WEEK’S EVENTS ...
BLOOD DONATION — A blood drive is 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 18, at the Wise Electric Community Room in
Decatur. To give blood, you must be at least 17, weigh at
least 110 pounds and be in good health. If you have given
blood before, it must be at least 56 days since your last
donation. Call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) or visit
bloodisneeded.org for more information.
YARD SALE — The Wise County Veterans Council and the
North Texas Honor Guard will have a yard sale Friday and
Saturday, Sept. 18 and 19, at the DAV Hall on Farm Road
51 South. Donations can be dropped off at the hall Monday
through Friday, Sept. 14-18. Call Bobby Harris at (940) 389-
1922 or (940) 389-7533 or Patsy Harris at (940) 389-5399
for information.
CLASS OF ’94 — The Decatur High School Class of 1994
will have its 15-year class reunion Sept. 18-19. Contact
Tara Smith Taylor at (940) 210-1143 or Danielle Thompson
Caldwell at (817) 797-5657 for more information.
SOFTBALL TOURNEY — A men’s and coed softball
tournament is Sept. 19 at Kenny Renshaw Park in Decatur.
Proceeds will help a 14-and-under girls’ fastpitch softball
team go to the fall state tournament in Wichita Falls. For
more information, call (940) 389-0207.
at
(940) 627-3107.
HEALTH FAIR — The Wise Regional Health System Harvest
Health Fair is 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, in front of
the hospital. The free event will include health screenings,
blood pressure checks, cholesterol checks, PSA testing
(for men over 50), blood sugar checks, a kids fun area, face
painting, cake walk and the Corporate Wellness Challenge
where teams compete in an obstacle course.
Deluxe Buffet
PARADISE FESTIVAL — The Paradise Main Street Festival
is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. The Paradise
Over 80 items, lots of seafood
Veteran’s Memorial Park will be dedicated during the event,
and local veterans will be honored. The festival will include Lunch: 11-3:45 $599
food and craft booths, talent shows and speeches. To
participate in the talent show, call (940) 859-3691. To rent Dinner: 4-9:00 $799
a booth, call (940) 748-2422 or (940) 969-3680. Sunday: All-day Dinner $799
COAL MINERS — The Coal Miners’ Heritage Festival is Seniors over 62 years, 10% off
Saturday, Oct. 3, in downtown Bridgeport. Festivities
begin at 9 a.m. and will include food and craft vendors,
a video game contest, baking contest, 5K run/walk and 203 N. Hwy 287, Decatur
30-mile bike ride, classic car show, tractor show and live
entertainment. Booth space applications are available at (formerly Popeyes Chicken)
www.bridgeportchamber.com or by calling (940) 683-2076.
940-626-2088
REUNION — Clinton-Sherman Air Force Base veterans will

DAR — The John B. Denton chapter of the National Society

of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet at
10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. The club will celebrate the
222nd anniversary of the United States Constitution with
guest speaker Larry Fair, a retired Bridgeport High School
government and economics teacher.

BOYD REUNION — The Boyd High School Exes annual

reunion is 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at Vance Godbey’s
Restaurant, 8601 Jacksboro Highway in Lake Worth.
Business meeting is at 5 p.m. Cost of the meal is $18.
RSVP to Jimmie McSpadden at (817) 281-0770, Elizabeth
Zorns Milner at (817) 581-6428, Arvella Brawley Godbey at
(817) 232-4753 or e-mail MaryAHunn@hotmail.com.

JACKIE’S BARREL RACE — The second annual Jackie’s

Barrel Race Open 5D is Saturday, Sept. 19, at the Salt
Creek Arena in Boyd. Books open at 9 a.m. Money raised
will benefit Jackie Murphree, who was injured in a car
accident two years ago. For information, call Raylee Moss
at (940) 577-1213 or Gail Gentry at (940) 626-9630.

KIDNEY WALK — Betty Bevil and Teresa Hartsell are

participating in the Kidney Walk, benefiting the National
Kidney Foundation, Saturday, Sept. 19. To contribute to the
walk or for more information, visit www.kidneywalk.org or
send checks to Betty Bevil or Teresa Hartsell, 2150 S. FM
51, Decatur, TX 76234.

P R E M E N S T R UA L
DY S P H O R I C D I S O R D E R
The severe form of premenstrual syndrome known as premenstrual
dysphoric disorder (PMDD) involves symptoms that are so acute
that they interfere with work, social activities, and relationships.
Symptoms include depression, anger, increased personal conflicts,
tension, anxiety, and feelings of hopelessness and being overwhelmed.
While it is difficult to pinpoint a clear cause of these symptoms, most
researchers believe that hormonal changes linked with the menstrual
cycle are to blame. Recent studies have also indicated that low
serotonin levels (a brain chemical that helps transmit nerve signals)
are a causative factor. Prescription medications known as serotonin-
specific reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may help. PMDD should be
discussed openly and honestly with the doctor in a confidential setting.

We provide outstanding personalized care a woman needs and

deserves. From comprehensive ob/gyn testing and counseling
to woman wellness care, we are here to help. To schedule an
appointment, call WISE OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY P.A. at
940-626-8008. Our office is conveniently located at 1713 South FM
51, Ste. 201, Decatur. New patients are welcome.

P.S. Debilitating premenstrual symptoms, particularly those associated

with premenstrual dysphoric disorder, should not be tolerated as an
acceptable condition of a woman’s life.
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NEWS BRIEFS You’ve got it...

Continued from page 6
Alumni Association is selling raffle tickets for a Stoeger
Condor 12-gauge over and under shotgun. Tickets are
$1 each or six for $5 and can be purchased at the First
Financial and North Texas banks or from any DCPAAA
member. Drawing will be Oct. 6. Proceeds go to the
Decatur Police Department to help provide training
equipment.
CONCERT — The New Plainsmen will perform at 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Wise County Heritage Museum in
Decatur.
IN OTHER NEWS ...
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM — The Decatur Library’s free
after school program for students in fifth grade and up
is 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Students will
participate in a variety of age-appropriate activities. For
more information, call the library at (940) 627-5512 or visit
the Web page at www.decaturpubliclibrary.com.
BENEFIT ACCOUNT — A benefit account has been set up
at First State Bank, Bridgeport for Melissa Bracken and
family, who lost everything in a recent house fire. For more
information, call Colleen Walker at (940) 393-3947.
hosts an Alzheimer’s support group at 7 p.m. on the first
Thursday of every month at Wise Regional Health System’s
Somebody wants it.
west campus board room. For more information, call Kelly
Walker at (940) 627-5921.
Wise County Messenger Classifieds
DONATE A PHONE — Wise Hope Shelter and Crisis Center www.wcmessenger.com/class
is accepting cell phones and cell phone batteries in any
condition. The organization works with Shelter Alliance,
which allows them to receive shelter funding through cell
phone donations. Bring donations to the center office in
METAL BUILDINGS
Decatur, 407 S. Washburn St. For information, call (940)
COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
626-4585. CUSTOM GATES & GATE ENTRANCES
METAL ROOFING • BARN HOUSES
MARRIAGE WORKSHOP — A free marriage workshop is
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month
WOOD AND PIPE FENCING • CARPORTS
at the Weatherford College Education Center in Decatur. For
more information, visit http://www.theparentingcenter.org.
To register, call (877) 922-4733.
CPR TRAINING — The Decatur Fire Department offers CPR
training to people living in the Decatur city limits or in the
Decatur Fire District. Classes are held monthly from 8 a.m.
to noon on Saturdays. The cost is $5. For more information
or to register, call the administration offices at (940) 627-
3199 or come by the fire department at 201 S. Church St. DECATUR & SURROUNDING COUNTIES

PRE-OWNED CLEARANCE
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED — The North Central Texas Council
of Governments’ Area Agency on Aging Ombudsman
Karl Klement Ford is having a
Program needs volunteers to help elderly and disabled
residents of nursing and assisted living facilities in
Bridgeport and Decatur. For more information, call Lisa
Walker at (800) 272-3921 or e-mail Pat Borgfeldt at
ppborgfeldt@aol.com

SUPPORT — Alcoholics Anonymous and Alanon meetings of Non-Gov’t Clunkers

are 6:30 p.m. each Monday at the Newark Community
Center, 404 Hudson St. Due to the success of the Government CARS program, we traded for too many cars &
trucks that were ineligible for the program. These vehicles run and drive and are
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION — The Alzheimer’s Association exceptionally well priced. This is a small example of the selection available.

2001 Mustang 2006 Kia Rio 2004 Buick LeSabre

$
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America’s favorite sports car. Pretty Red color.
$
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Economical sedan, automatic, air. Spunky.
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Great looking car with all power and leather,
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2006 Chevy Aveo 2000 Ford Expedition 2007 Ford Escape

$
7,995* $
8,995* $
9,495*

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Nice subcompact. Air, automatic. Great for A lot of car for the money. Great value Great ride with good economy and lots of
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2005 Sport Track 2008 Ford Fusion 2005 Mustang GT

$
11,995*
Nice 4-door truck with cargo bed and running
$
13,995*
Great mid-sized car with super handling and
$
15,995*
America’s favorite sports car with a
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2008 Explorer XLT 2006 F-150 Super Crew 2007 Ford Edge SE

$
16,995*
Really sharp SUV at a very affordable
$
16,995*
XLT trim with running boards and lots
$
17,995*
Super sharp 4-door Crossover. Great ride
price. Come check this black beauty out. more. White color with Tan accents. and handling. Silver color.

2008 F-150 SuperCab 2008 Lincoln Town Car 2007 F-150 4x4

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18,995*
Super sharp truck with XLT trim and
$
24,995*
Luxurious ride, drive and comfort at a mid-
$
27,995*
Lariat with a host of features. Won’t last long
solid black exterior. sized price. Executive Black. at this price. White Sand color.

2007 Expedition EL 2007 F-250 FX4 Crew Cab 2008 F-250 King Ranch

The Silver Cloud Jade Massage bed has

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CLASSIFIED GOLD
Real Estate for Sale
• Acreage • Business Property
• Condos/Town Homes • Duplexes
• Homes • Lots • Mobile Homes
• Wanted to Buy
Pets
• Pets • Pets Lost & Found
• Pet Care/Training
• Pet Stud Services
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Acreage
2.5 acres. Long road frontage on
Highway 101 w/2 bay dirt floor,
50x25 metal shop, 25x34 chicken
coop, 24x10 metal well house,
11x24 metal storage building, 12x56
older mobile home (needs repair),
metal awning. $40,000.
(940)577-2410.
6.5 ACRES
Great building sites. Mix of open
land & trees. Or buy 12 acres with
single wide. Broker, (940)389-6515.
EAST WISE COUNTY
Tract 1: Ag, 8+ acres, Denton
Creek, $72k. Tract 2: homestead,
1+ acre, 3/2, pier & beam, $166k.
Marty, (940)466-7588.
REDUCED!
Beautiful building sites near Deca-
tur. Restricted, platted, trees, creek,
electricity. 5 acres, $65,000; 5.5
acres, $72,500. (940)393-8740.
Business Property
Commercial Property
For Sale
Approx. 1/3 acre on
Bus Hwy. 380,
Decatur
(between Wal-Mart &
Lowe’s)
940-389-9188
Duplexes
ALVORD RENTALS FOR SALE
4-plex: units are 2/1, approximately
850 square feet, built 2005,
$239,500. 2 duplexes: units are 3/2,
approximately 1,150 square feet,
fenced yards, built 2004-2005,
$144,900/each. (940)393-8740.
Homes
128 Heritage Parkway E.
NEW 4/2, 2062 square feet living,
on 2 acres. 30X40 garage/shop.
Wood cabinets, granite tops, tile &
carpet floors. Decatur schools.
Pre-qualified, quick move-in.
$169,000. (888)283-1919.
DAN PROCTOR
CUSTOM HOMES
NEW HOMES
* OFFERING *
Design assistance - Turnkey or partial
construction - Cost plus or fee contract
Build on your land - Completed homes available
REMODELING
* INCLUDES *
Room additions - Patio covers - Enclosures
Garages - Kitchens and Baths
CONSULTING
* PARTIAL INVOLVEMENT FOR *
Plan review and advice - Overseeing
construction - Assistance with budgets and
spec sheets - On site meetings
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finest materials and taste. 5 acre lot with gorgeous view of pond and park surrounded by oak
trees. Gated entrance, community pool, club house, greenbelt and jogging path welcome you
home. Iron door, hand scraped wood floors, Granite, stone and outdoor living keep you there
to stay. Game room, media room, gourmet kitchen. You NEED to see this luxe gem!
Directions: From 287 & 114 Junction - Take the Bridgeport 114 W. exit - continue on 114 to
Boyd. Turn north or right on 730 - go approx. 1 mile - Gated subdivision right
Rentals
• Apartments • Business Property • Condos/
Town Homes • Duplex Housing • Homes
• Mobile Homes • Rooms • Roommate
Wanted • Spaces & Lots • For Lease • Wanted
to Rent • Wanted to Lease • Facilities
• Storage Buildings
Merchandise for Sale
• Appliances • Clothing/Jewelry
• Furniture • Garage Sales
• Firewood • Miscellaneous
• Auctions
3/2/2 HOUSE
for sale, 1704 N. McDonald Street,
Decatur. Last appraised for
$120,000. Make offer, will pay clos-
ing cost. (214)253-2972.
50 ACRES
with home, barn, barn apartment &
shop. $535,000. (940)627-2682.
BEAUTIFUL VIEW
2-story, 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 2,700
square feet, Paradise ISD, 2 or 6
acres, landscaped, sprinkler sys-
tem, trees, tank. $296,000.
(940)969-6622.
BIG HOUSE ON PRAIRIE
New 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 2-living,
acreage with new barn. $268/down,
$701/month. Very EZ qualify.
(940)627-8700.
CHARMING 3/2
home in Lake Bridgeport. Recently
updated throughout. Priced below
market for quick sale. Broker,
(940)389-6515.
CUSTOM HOME FOR SALE
IN GATED COMMUNIMTY
109 Oak Grove, Boyd. 5/4 on 5
acres, game & media rooms. Too
much to list. (817)887-6991.
FSBO, 3/2/2
built in 2003, fireplace, fenced back-
yard, landscaped, Whispering
Winds Estates, Alvord. $124,000.
(940)393-8969.
RHOME, 3-BEDROOM, 1-BATH
2-car garage, newly remodeled,
covered porch, 2 storage buildings,
completely fenced city lot. $69,900.
Agent, (940)577-2733.
WOW! 3 & 4-BEDROOM
new homes, 1+ acre. 92% credit ap-
proval rate!! $8,000 tax rebate while
it lasts! Call! (940)627-8700.
Lots
10 ACRE LOT
River Bend Estates, Decatur. Pri-
vate, gated community. $139k.
(817)714-1759.
2 ACRE LOT FOR SALE
Heritage Creek Estates, Phase 1.
Decatur ISD. $39,900/OBO.
(940)399-6201.
LOTS IN ALVORD
Corner of Business 287/Elm Street.
.448 acres, $37,500. 1/3 acre on
Wise Street, $9,500.
(940)393-8740.
Mobile Homes
1999 OAKWOOD
3-bedroom, 2-bath, 28x44 double
wide. $25,000/OBO with free trans-
port within 100 miles.
(940)393-1709.
2-bedroom, 1-bath, 12X50 trailer,
completely converted. Great starter
home. $6,500. Call (817)713-9090
or (940)393-8660.
BEAUTIFUL TREE COVERED
1.4 acres, corner lot, very clean,
3/2, large rooms double wide. Ex-
cellant price, $79,900. Stone Real
Estate, (817)694-5547.
K&P Homes, Inc. 20 used homes,
all refurbished. Financing available.
Springtown, TX. (817)677-3446.
MOVE-IN READY!
Enjoy country living in a very nice
double wide. 3-bedroom, 2-bath.
Approximately 1,344 square feet on
2 acres. Freshly remodeled w/big
upgrades. 167 CR2133, Shenan-
doah Subdivision near Valley View,
(near I-35). $77,500, owner finance
not available. FSBO.
(940)634-2127, leave message.
Employment Services Farm and Ranch Business Hours
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to
5:30 p.m.
Classified Advertising Policy
Classified ads for the Sunday/Thurs-
day edition are $12 per week for 20
words or less (each additional word is
Deadlines 60¢). Run the same ad in Classified
Classifieds: Gold for an additional $8 per week
Thursday Issue: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday (20 words or less; each additional
Sunday Issue: 11:30 a.m. Friday word is 40¢).
Classified Gold: 11:30 a.m. Friday
• Business Opportunity • Childcare • Adult/Elderly Care • Farm Equipment • Fencing • Lawn & Garden Real Estate and Classified Display: Error Responsibility
• Employment Information • Business • Housecleaning • Livestock • Livestock Care/Training Thursday Issue: 3 p.m. Thursday Customers are asked to check their
• Adult/Elderly Care • Childcare • Let Me Fix It • Miscellaneous • Livestock Lost & Found Sunday Issue: 3 p.m. Tuesday ad immediately after it appears in the
Classified Gold: 3 p.m. Wednesday paper and report at once any error
• Food Service • Medical/Dental • Tutoring • Livestock Stud Service • Livestock Supplies found. Claims for adjustment should
• Miscellaneous • Office • Retail/Sales • Miscellaneous • Mowing Special Offers be made at that time. The Wise
• Trades • Work Wanted • Pasture & Feed • Poultry Business Services: Place a paid ad for County Messenger is responsible for
four weeks in the Business Services an incorrect ad only the first time it
classification of the Wise County runs, so check your ads carefully.
Transportation Announcements Notices Messenger for $50. Receive a bold
heading and the fifth week is FREE. Classified Gold goes into 21,000 ad-
Run the same ad in Classified Gold for ditional homes.
an additional $32 for five weeks (price
based on 20 word or less ad). Payments
In person: 115 S. Trinity St., Decatur
For Sale: Place a paid ad with a bold By Mail: Wise County Messenger
headline for two weeks for $25, and P.O. Box 149
if you don’t sell your item at the end Decatur, TX 76234-0149
• Boats • Cars • Card of Thanks • Legal Notices of two weeks, you’ll receive the next
• Recreational Vehicles • Let’s Swap • Public Notices two weeks FREE. Run the same ad in
• Trucks • Accessories • Trailers • Lost & Found Classified Gold for an additional $16 for
four weeks (price based on 20 word or
• Wanted to Buy • Personal • Wanted less ad).
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE OR RENT
RBMOBILEHOMES.COM Individual office suite with full NEW HOMES FOR LEASE
Move, set-ups, re-levels. In & out of kitchen and conference common ar- IN RUNAWAY BAY!!!
state. Licensed, bonded, insured. eas for lease in downtown Bridge- ($850/month, $500/deposit). Lovely
Repos. Free estimates. port. $300/month, $250/deposit and 3-bedroom, 2-full bath homes situ-
“Timeless Elegance”
(940)683-5547. RBI #36191. 1/8th of monthly utilities. Call ated in quiet, wooded yards. All ap-
(940)393-3429 or (940)393-1638. pliances & washer/dryer connec-
WILLIAMS MOBILE HOME SERV. tions. Privacy fenced yard. Pet
Best deal on moving, set up & trim Office space for lease. Approxi- friendly. (817)270-HOME,
outs. Bonded, licensed & insured. mately 2,000 square feet. Prime lo- www.shorthornpm.com.
(940)433-3117. cation. (940)389-5407. NEW LEASE!
Quality space for lease. Great loca- 1511 N Bus 287
RENTALS tion, medical/office. 3,368 square Decatur - 2/1 Mobile Homes
feet available. Call (940)627-2778 $850/month • $300/deposit
• Apartments • Business for information. All homes include lawn care.
Property • Condos/Town 2/2 single wide, 16x60, water well,
817-825-4647
RENTA
Homes • Duplex Housing septic system, excellent condition.
• Homes • Mobile Homes •
Rooms • Roommate Wanted Condos, town homes Slidell area. $525/month, $450/de-
• Spaces & Lots • For Lease • 2/2 frame, newly remodeled, posit. (940)389-5323.
Wanted to Rent • Wanted to washer/dryer/refrigerator, water
Lease • Facilities • Storage LOVELY 1-BEDROOM CONDO
Buildings well, 1,200 square feet. 2 miles west
water view, all appliances included. 3-bedroom, 2-bath Palm Harbor
of Slidell. $525/month, $450/de-
Runaway Bay, HOA swimming pool. home in Rhome. Call for more de-
posit. No pets. (940)389-5323.
Apartments $550/month plus deposit. Senior
discount. (972)834-8111.
tails. (940)255-9104 or
3-bedroom, 1-bath house for rent in (972)998-4277.
Runaway Bay condo, 1-bedroom, Decatur. $600/month, $600/deposit.
downstairs, pool side, with washer & (940)393-6832.
4/2 double wide, 2-years-old, ga-
dryer. $600/month. (940)626-9603.
3-bedroom, 1-bath house for rent, rage, storm cellar & storage build-
502 W. Main, Decatur. Recently re- ing. New Fairview area. Call
Duplexes modeled, CH/A, laundry room, stove (940)969-6085, (940)393-1103.
BRIDGEWOOD
& dishwasher. Fenced yard. Lease
& credit application required.
***MOVE IN SPECIAL*** Chico, 3-bedroom, 2-bath, fresh
Executive Suites 1/2 OFF 1ST MONTH’S RENT!
$775/month,
(817)439-8893.
$700/deposit.
paint, new carpet, central heat, elec-
Bridgeport, TX Bridgeport Area tric range. $550/month, $550/de-
3-bedroom, 2-full bath. Vaulted ceil- 3-bedroom, 2-bath on 1/2 acre for posit. (719)660-5992, cell, ask for
Washer & dryer included ings, appliances, W/D connections.
Garages available Fenced yards available. Pet
rent in Slidell, across from school.
$650/month, $1,500/deposit.
Kevin.
1&2 Bedrooms Available
friendly. $750/month, $400/deposit.
(817)270-HOME. www.short-
(903)767-4016.
Country living, close to Decatur. 3/2,
940-536-9346 hornpm.com. 3/1, Rhome, available now. large sized mobile home, fenced
$825/month. (817)764-9996. yard. $900/month, $600/deposit. No
2/1 APARTMENT IN CHICO 3/2/1 duplex, Decatur. No pets, no
$500/month, $300/deposit. No pets. smoking. $750/month, $600/deposit.
Brick home with bonus shop build-
smoking, no pets. (940)627-7068.
Available in September.
Call (940)644-2713 or
(940)393-5177.
ing for rent, 3-bedroom, 2-bath,
(817)929-1930. 2-car carport, CH/A, Decatur ISD, Slidell, 2-bedroom, 2-bath mobile
Duplex for rent, 3-bedroom, 2-bath. fenced backyard. (940)627-6553. home on 4 acres. No smoking, no
Efficiency apartments for rent, all pets. $650/month plus 1st & last
bills paid. (940)433-3133. 602-A Crestridge Court, Decatur.
$800/month. (940)964-2631. BRIDGEPORT month’s rent. (940)626-4581.
4/2, 2 living areas, WBFP, CH/A, 2
Business property Eagle Mountain Lake waterfront, acres, shop, barn, storm cellar.
2/1 on 1.6 acre lot. $850/month.
(817)903-5976.
$1,175/month plus deposit. Avail-
able 9/1. References required.
Roommate wanted
1,000 square foot office space for (817)366-7167.
lease at 605 N. Business 287, Suite EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT! Professional roommate wanted.
104. See Mary at Karl Klement 3-bedroom, 2-bath, duplexes in Al- Decatur house, 3-bedroom, 2-bath, Background check. Nice, clean,
vord. $725/month. $475/deposit.
Properties, Inc., 605 N. Business 2-carport, garage, storm cellar. quiet 4-bedroom house in Rhome.
287, Suite 102, Decatur. Fenced backyard. No smoking, pets 1-year lease, need references. $500/month plus utilities. Call
OK w/pet deposit. (940)393-8740.
$950/month, $600/deposit. 805 S. (817)637-8822.
1ST MONTH FREE! Trinity. (940)575-4556.
5,000 SQUARE FOOT NICE RHOME DUPLEX
2/2 w/appliances, washer/dryer
Commercial insulated building. Of-
fices, suites & warehouse. Reduced hookups, lawn care. Covered park- Executive estate, 4,400 square feet,
4-bedroom, 4-bath, media, 3+ ga-
Spaces & lots
to $2,000/month! FM 51 North, De- ing/storage. No smoking. Some pets
O.K. $695/month, $500/deposit. rage, 2-fireplaces, wet bar, jacuzzi.
catur. Cannon Property Manag- $2,700/mo. (940)325-8700. P&W Mobile Home Park. Space for
ment. (940)368-1811. Owner/Agent (940)399-3900.
rent, $150/month. Apply at Bridge-
Now available: 2 & 3-bedroom du- House for rent. 3-bedroom, 1-bath. port Gold & Silver, Tues.-Sat.
NOW
plexes. Bridgeport & Decatur. $800/month, $550/deposit. 4 miles (940)683-3535.
north of Decatur. Call
$650-$750/month, month-to-month
lease. Dusty, (817)307-0057. (940)389-4737 after 4p.m.
SUNSET RV PARK
LEASING
In Decatur, 2-bedroom, 1-bath Centrally located between Decatur,
Homes house, double carport, fenced. Pets Bridgeport, Bowie on Highway 287.
OK. $750/month, $750/deposit, first Full hook-ups, free laundry, free
$300 OFF 1ST MONTH & last. (940)399-9721. wireless internet. (940)845-2007.
Executive Decatur: 3/2, 6257 N. FM 51.
Bowie: Garden Terrace Apartments,
PUBLISHER’S NOTICE:
Office Space
704-C & 710-D East Wilbarger.
NO PETS ALLOWED. Karl Klement
Properties, contact Elaine,
All real estate advertising in this
newspaper is subject to the Fair
This newspaper will not know-
ingly accept any advertising for
2,700 sq. ft. (940)627-6362.
www.klementproperties.com.
Housing Act which makes it illegal
to advertise “any preference, limita-
real estate which is in violation of
the law. Our readers are hereby
1450 FM 51 S.
tion or discrimination based on informed that all dwellings adver-
***NOW AVAILABLE IN BOYD*** race, color, religion, sex, handicap, tised in this newspaper are available
BRAND NEW HOMES FOR LEASE familial status or national origin, on an equal opportunity basis. To
Decatur
$850/MONTH, $500/DEPOSIT or an intention, to make any such complain of discrimination call
preference, limitation or discrimina- HUD toll-free at
(formerly First Financial Bank) 3-bedroom, 2 full bath, appliances,
washer/dryer connections. Fenced
tion.” Familial status includes chil- 1-800-669-9777. The
dren under the age of 18 living with toll-free telephone
940-627-4584
yard, covered porch. parents or legal custodians, pregnant number for the
(817)270-4660.
women and people securing custody hearing impaired is
www.shorthornpm.com. of children under 18. 1-800-927-9275. EQUAL HOUSING
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY 1711 Chenoweth Street, Decatur.
OPPORTUNITY
Office/retail space. 1,000-7,000 3/2/2, all brick, pets welcome.
square feet for lease. (817)247-0246.
(940)627-2510.
2 HOUSES FOR RENT, DECATUR
OFFICE SUITE 2/1/1, large yard, 800 S. Trenchard.
just off Decatur square on North 2/2/carport, 205 N. Chico.
MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE
®
Trinity. Cannon Property Manage- $725/month plus deposit, each.
ment. (940)368-1811. Mark, owner/agent, (940)704-7212.
CRESTVIEW PLACE
A PA R T M E N T S
ONE BEDROOM BLOWOUT
Reg. $695 Now $550 BRING YOUR HORSES AND LIVE IN THIS GORGEOUS HOME ON
2.3 ACRES IN COPPERFIELD ESTATES, BRIDGEPORT!
Two Bed. 887sq.ft. $760 This gorgeous 1 story features custom cabinetry, extensive tile, hand scraped
hardwoods, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sprinkler system
Three Bed. 1127sq.ft. $900 AND MUCH, MUCH MORE. A MUST SEE!
Just Reduced to $249,900
BAD CREDIT? WE CAN HELP! C a l l u s n ow. We ’ l l B u i l d Yo u r L o t o r O u r s
We h a v e a v a i l a b l e l o t s o n t h e G o l f C o u r s e ,
• Small Pets okay • Jr. Olympic size pool • On-site courtesy officer A c r e a g e o n T h e L a ke a n d A c r e a g e i n D e c a t u r, B r i d g e p o r t
and Runaway Bay!
Open Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Sat, Noon - 4 p.m. Juston Wenham
950 W. Thompson Street • Decatur • 940-626-0032
www.crestviewplaceapts.com
817-733-3444
www.christophergracecustomhomes.com
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EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Employment information Office

WORRY FREE Miscellaneous
SOLUTIONS
!!ATTENTION!! Director of sales for the newly Seamless Gutter Metal
Advertising under this classifica-
tion is normally not a bona fide
opened LaQuinta Inns & Suites, De-
catur. Sales experience necessary.
Construction Williams’ Hauling
opportunity. Typically, compa-
nies advertising here offer infor-
Hotel experience a plus. Salary plus
bonuses. Apply in person,
• Gutters • Carports
• Metal Roofs
& Tractor Works
mation about potential employ- (940)627-9603. • Brushhog & Finish Mowing
ment. Some are selling this infor- • Metal Buildings • Blading, Plowing & Tilling
• Backhoe work, driveways
mation. We suggest that our • Privacy Fencing • Dirt, sand & gravel hauling
readers thoroughly investigate Trades Lucas Thompson • Land Clearing

JOB OPPORTUNITY 940-284-0420

these advertisers before invest- • All types cleanup & haul-offs
ing any money. • Quality work, fair pricing
CDL drivers needed. Clean driving www.worryfreeseamlessgutters.com
record required. No drugs, no alco-
hol. (940)210-3915. James Williams
For Experienced Adult/Elderly Care
CNC programmer & set-up person Housecleaning 940-399-9138
FLORAL DESIGNER Home care assistant needed for eld-
erly couple. $400/week, Mon.-Fri.,
in Wise County. Proficient in Master
Cam, 4th & 5th axis a plus. No
phone calls. Resumes only to CNC,
DO YOU NEED IT CLEANED
References and good rates. Call FARM AND RANCH
Excellent opportunity for the right applicant. Spanish speaking preferred. Call P.O. Box 258, Boyd, TX 76023. (940)399-3836.
Isabel or Jose, (469)939-5270 or
FARM A
• Farm Equipment • Fencing

Send resume to (972)221-1711.

Liquid tank driver needed for over
• Lawn & Garden • Livestock

the road. HazMat endorsement re-
P.O. BOX 149, Attn: L, Decatur, TX 76234 quired. 2-years driving experience.
Medical/Dental (940)433-2519, (817)996-9786.
Looking for EXPERIENCED OIL
RANC
• Livestock Care/Training
Let me fix it • Livestock Lost & Found
• Livestock Stud Service
A+HANDYMAN SERVICE
• Livestock Supplies
• Miscellaneous • Mowing
General home repair/maintenance, • Pasture & Feed • Poultry
auto tune-ups, lawnmower/tiller

MEDICAL
PRODUCTION/FLOWBACK OP- tune-ups. Fence, sprinkler mainte-
ERATORS to work in an innovative nance/repair. 30+years experience. Farm Equipment
fast-growing company. Great work- Dependable, trustworthy. Call Karl,

• RN - Behavioral Health Nurse Mgr. • Med Surg - C.N.A/PCA full and part time
Dialysis * Behavioral Health * ICU
CCU*PACU*Med/Surg* Cath Lab
• LVN - Med/Surg * BHS * Dialysis
• Therapy Services:
*PT & PTA Outpatient
PT Woundcare
2000 S. FM 51 • Decatur, TX. 76234 - A not for profit hospital
www.wiseregional.com - EOE - Job Line: 940-626-2525
Up to $7,000 RN Bonus
• Lab - Blood Bank Supr.-BSMT-ASCP
One year Blood Bank Supr.
exp. preferred.
• Dietary - Diet Aide & Ambassador
Part time and PRN
• Surgery - RN Circulator/PRN
• Therapy Services -
PT*COTA*OT/PRN
RECEPTIONIST ing environment and compensation
is EXCELLENT, above the rest.
(817)995-7960, (940)627-1115. 3-POINT BACKHOE
Koyker KB60, like new, 15” bucket,
Company offers full benefits. Travel
fits any category one. $5,000.
Position available for required. To apply go to: ALL AROUND HANDYMAN PR4283, Redbird Farm,
www.manekenergy.com and click
busy Primary Care Clinic Framing, trim, fencing, drywall, (940)433-8697.
on “Careers”. doors/windows, decks, painting.
located in Decatur, Texas. 15-years experience. Owner oper- Check out
Team drivers needed for local/OTR ated. (817)781-1778. www.hendershotequipment.com
Must be able to multi-task
freight hauling. Truck provided. for great deals on Case IH tractor
and work in a fast paced Clean driving record & drug free. packages, Vermeer hay equipment,
ATKINS HOME REMEDIES
environment. References checked. PJ trailers & Rhino shredders.
(940)210-3915. General home repairs, custom
Duties include scheduling wooden window & door screens. STORAGE CONTAINERS
Free estimates. (254)967-5343 or Great storage! The best containers
patients, patient check-in/ at the best price. (817)726-7669.
out, phone calls and Work wanted (254)842-9094.
insurance verification, etc. Fencing
EXPERIENCED SALES DAN PROCTOR CUSTOM HOMES
Friendly and polite person looking for position in Deca- New homes; garages; patio covers,
tur area. Available immediately. Call enclosures; room additions, remod-
attitude is a must. eling. 35-years experience.
A LOCAL BOY
Roy, (940)781-8192. Build well houses, small barns. Pri-
Full time with benefits. (817)881-9023. vacy, wrought iron, horse fences.
Call to apply SERVICES Fence row clean out, repair,
HOME REPAIRS post-hole digging. Bob-cat work.
940-627-0013 • Childcare Carpentry, minor electrical & plumb- Cattle guards. (940)442-4441.
or fax resume to • Adult/Elderly Care
SERVIC
ing. Free estimates. (940)389-0582. ALL TYPES OF FENCING
• Business
and welding. Pipe fencing, barbed
940-627-1900 • Housecleaning
• Let Me Fix It wire, cedar split rail fencing, etc.
• Miscellaneous (940)210-1242.
• Tutoring WWW.TX3DRANCH.COM.
BOBBY’S FENCE
Septic
BHCC
All types fencing. Free estimates.
Childcare Over 25-years experience.
Systems (817)444-3213.

is looking for warm, energetic CHILDCARE IN MY BOYD HOME Installed CHRISTIAN COWBOY FENCING
Barbed wire, horse & goat. New
self-starting individuals to
Mon.-Fri., 5a.m.-6p.m., any ages.
Infants welcome. Boyd School pick
Now offering Storm fence & repairs. Steve, cell,
become part of our winning team. up/drop off. $80/week. Lower rates Shelters! (817)360-6385; home,
3936 S. Hwy 287, Suite 4 • Decatur, Texas 76234
• LVNs for more than 1 child. (940)626-4660.
(817)694-4561. LEN ROY DON FARM & RANCH FENCING
BUILDERS
• CNAs Daycare in my home. Affordable,
flexible schedule. Decatur area.
A Father & Son Business
Pipe & cable, non-climb, barbed
wire, entrances, solar gate opera-

Western Transportation • Dietary Please call for more information,

(940)210-4414.
Roy & Reyn
Tractor &
tors, repairs. Jim at (940)367-7505.

Backhoe Service Lawn and garden

Full or Part-time IN-HOME CHILD CARE
Please inquire within facility Located in Rhome now enrolling 817-366-7990 A-1 OUTDOOR HANDYMAN

Bridgeport Health
day and after school care. For more
details, call Angela at Mobile Direct Landscaping, gardening, yard work;
home repairs/improvements; pond,
We are seeking commercial Care Center (214)686-0342. waterfall & flagstone creations.
30-years experience. William Os-
vehicle drivers with Haz-Mat 102 W. Cates • Bridgeport
Business
MILLER’S PAINTING
& remodeling. Interior/exterior; also teen, (940)255-2639.

endorsements to work in the paint & stain fences. We also do

drywall & wood repair.
ALL PRO LAWN CARE
lawn service, landscaping, clean up,
East Texas / Louisiana area. We Miscellaneous
DAVIS PIANO TUNING
Tune & repair all types pianos. Call
(817)683-7850. hauling off, tree trimming. Depend-
able, affordable, free estimates. Dy-
operate Peterbilt tank trucks and for estimate, (817)706-4964.
R & K HANDYMAN SERVICE
lan, (817)891-1600.

fuel the oil well “frac” site KAT KARES

Specializing: all types home re-
pairs; custom cabinets, counter
LONE OAK LANDSCAPING
Personalized landscape plans,
equipment. We are going to hire Child/elder care; house/pet sitting;
shopping, appointment ride assis-
tops; dog houses; mower repair.
(940)627-6399, (940)799-1667.
20-years experience. Plants fur-
nished, you plant or we plant. Sod,
8 - 10 drivers to work in the tance; tutoring (former teacher); tree work,
(940)389-1778.
decks/patios/walls.
party planning. (940)210-5485,
East Texas area. Senior Care Health &
If you are interested, please call Rehabilitation Center
parrishkat@gmail.com.

R-30 PREMIUM BLOWN

RUSSELL’S WANTED: DEAD OR ALIVE
RIDING LAWN MOWERS
Home Improvements Used lawn mowers for sale. Parts &
Now hiring for the following
940-627-2689 positions, due to growth
insulation, 50¢/square foot installed.
(940)210-2194. & Repair service available.
(940)433-2255.
All Types of
Start Pay $12.36 hour
Paid Insurance • PORTER Remodeling Livestock
Painting - Interior, Exterior
BUY-SELL-TRADE
401(k) Plan Add-ons, Decks, Honey Do’s And More
All classes of horses, ponies, sheep
Paid Holidays 701 West Bennett Rd. Call Us & goats. Riding horses guaranteed.
Decatur For All Your Home Needs Also, buy livestock, utility, flatbed
Nice Equipment or call 940-389-4943 trailers. (940)224-1470,
(940)644-5956.
940-626-2800
EEO M/F/D/V

Landscape workers needed. No

drugs, no alcohol. (940)210-3915.

Quality work.
Premium Customer Service
Guaranteed Satisfaction.
ClearView
Tree Service and Stump Removal

Residential Commercial Service

• Tree Removal
TECL# 22014 • Stump Grinding
ECI CHILDFIND/FOLLOW-ALONG • Storm Damage Experts
COORDINATOR • New Custom Homes • Steel Buildings • Chipper Service
If you would like to be part of a team of people changing the lives of
• Small Commercial • Remodels • Bucket Truck
babies and families in Wise County we’d love to hear from you. The • Service and Repair
ChildFind/Follow-Along Coordinator is responsible for developing
and implementing public awareness/child find activities according to
For an honest, competitive estimate FREE ESTIMATES
Call 940-453-4086 (Senior Citizen Discount)
the Agency’s Public Awareness/Child Find Plan. Implements Agency
Follow Along Program to include conducting screenings, enrolling Fully Insured
and tracking infants and toddlers at risk for developmental delays.
Participates on Speakers Bureaus for professional, community, and TAR & CHIP SEAL - Toll Free -
civic organizations; works with families in the community to screen
children for developmental delay and makes referrals for ECI services
By CD Paving & Seal Coating 1-866-606-3224
as necessary. Must have an Associate degree in Early Childhood What is Tar & Chip Seal? • Parking Lots • Driveways Most Credit Cards Accepted
Tar & Chip Seal is a less expensive
Development or related field with 3 years paid employment experience pavement than blacktop or concrete. • Ranch Roads • Streets
in Early Childhood Intervention (ECI), or a school, hospital, or clinic
s r r TM

It can be applied to a base surface or an

setting, working with children birth to 3 that have developmental older cracked-up blacktop surface. It is a WE ARE FULLY INSURED
layer of hot, liquefied asphalt tar which is
delays or disabilities. Our competitive wages & incredible benefits,
including up to 3 weeks paid time off per year makes this an excellent
followed by a layer of 3/8” chip rock and
then rolled to compaction.
Toll Free
place to work.
Fax or email resumes to vickid@readystart.org or
• It stays clean
• It will not wash out
• It will last 12 to 15 years
• It keeps cool in summer
1-888-TAR-N-CHIP
www.cdpaving.net
469-385-2983. No phone calls. Non smokers welcome! • It is maintenance-free • It has beautiful curb appeal
Office in Fort Worth Wise and Cooke County
10 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, September 10, 2009

MERCHANDISE
FARM AND RANCH PETS
FOR SALE
TRANSPORTATION
12% all stock, $6.99, 50 lbs. Deer HAY FOR SALE AARONS LEASE RETURNS

Klean Kut
corn, $6.49, 50 lbs. Laying pellets, Large round bales. (940)389-6100. Laptop computers from $289. Sofa
$10.89, 50 lbs. Southwest Cube, Pets lost and found and love seat, 3 tables and 2 lamps, Cars

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287, (1 mile north of Highway 380),
Decatur. (940)627-2312.
ALL NATURAL BEEF
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Grain or grass fed. Whole, half.
(940)366-3172.
AQHA HORSES FOR SALE
Running bred & foundation bred.
Reasonable prices. (940)427-9600,
(817)528-2028.
ATTENTION: HORSES WANTED
Will remove or buy unwanted
horses or trailers. (817)360-7617 or
(940)210-5552.
C BAR M TACK-FEED-HORSES
143 CR4396, Decatur, TX. Cash,
checks, credit cards.
www.cbarm.net, (817)929-3612.
CERTIFIED ANGUS STEERS
Grain fed. No antibiotics. No hor-
mones. Half or whole. We can de-
Lawn Care
Mowing • Edging • Trimming
Commercial or Residential
Brush Hog Mowing
Insured
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Cell 817-247-9965
Office 940-433-5470
LIL’ ACRES FARM & LAWN
Care. Licensed & insured. Residen-
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ing, weed control, lawn programs.
(940)210-5686.
Pasture and feed
12% all stock, $6.99, 50 lbs. Deer
corn, $6.49, 50 lbs. Laying pellets,
$10.89, 50 lbs. Southwest Cube,
$6.39, 50 lbs. AGVantage Farm &
Ranch Supply, 1817 N. Highway
allfor $549. New, big 65” Mitsubishi
Poultry Lost: 2 dogs. Yellow Lab & Golden TV, $1,499. Washer and dryer, IF YOU NEED
Retriever mix. Last seen Tuesday, $399. 16.5 HP lawn tractors, $559. a good, dependable car or truck for
Hens, $5-$8, white, brown & green Sept. 2, FM 2265, Chico. Quantities limited. Short on cash. $3,500 or less, come by Cowgirl
egg layers. Boer kids for sale. Call (940)644-2811, (817)266-0743. Lease to own new, name brand in Auto Sales, 804 Business Highway
Jeanne, (817)707-5573. only 12 months with no credit 287, Decatur, TX; (940)626-0070.
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GOATS FOR SALE
Boer, Nubian, LeMancha, Saanen.
Wethers, bucks & does available.
All ages. All de-horned.
(940)210-2506, (940)644-2251.
LLAMAS
weanlings (6-months-old), adults,
bred females, guardians & pet qual-
ity. We provide training & support
for new owners. (940)433-5897.
Livestock care/training
HORSESHOEING & TRIM
Texas certified farrier. Office,
(940)644-5140; cell, (940)399-6981.
HORSESHOEING BY J.E. HARRIS
$25 for trimming. $65 for shoeing.
Call (817)902-1766.
Miscellaneous
HAY
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ALFALFA HAY
3-string bales, approximately 115
lbs., $16/each. Horse quality.
$17/each, delivered. Get your hay
stored before winter!
(940)626-9880.
ALFALFA HAY
High quality large & small squares
available. Call (940)389-3891.
115 GALLON AQUARIUM
All glass, salt or fresh water. In-
cludes: Refugium filter, protein
skimmer, Pro Aqua light system,
4-door oak cabinet, beautiful saltwa-
ter fish, live rock reef and live coral.
Original cost, $4,500+; 1-year-old,
now $1,500. (940)575-4846.
BOSTON TERRIER PUPPIES
CKC registered. $150/each, 1 fe-
male, 5 males. (940)644-2247 or
(940)389-0840.
KITTENS, VET CHECKED
Healthy, adorable & affectionate,
4-month-old kittens.Checked by
vet, dewormed, no fleas and Front-
line applied. 2 red tabby males and
one tortishell female. $25/each, call
(940)969-2910.
Lab pups, 3 white, 1 yellow, AKC
registered. Shots and wormed, $200
(940)389-9823.
Charlie Smither Auctioneer & WW Auction Company
Wise County Messenger. Deadline
• Garage Sales V-10, loaded, great condition.
• Firewood is 11a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15. (If $37,500. (940)393-8740.
• Miscellaneous you also wish to advertise in Classi-
• Auctions fied Gold, deadline is Fri., Sept. 7,
11a.m., and cost is $28.) 2005 HONDA VTX
1300 cruiser, 2,000 miles, excellent
condition. $7,500. (940)626-2298,
Furniture
Paradise, Highway 114/51, every
(817)501-8711.
Sat.-Sun. BRING YOUR GARAGE
SALE TO PARADISE COUNTRY
FLEA MARKET. Farm animals, Fall sale, prices reduced on all
$200 QUEEN PILLOW-TOP
also. (940)433-5834. units. Large inventory of used RVs.
set, brand new in factory wrap.
Full service, part, truck accessories
(940)765-5861.
& hitches. Rentals available. Smith
Miscellaneous RV Center, (940)626-8200.
1950'S PREACHER'S BAR
& matching desk, whitewashed and
stenciled. Large wooden rocking 1946 LINCOLN ARC SHIELD
chair. Kirby G Series Diamond Edi- welder, electric, on Lincoln axle Pickups/Vans/SUVs
tion vacuum, like new, cost $1,800; trailer, fully restored. Must see to
$950/OBO. (940)255-2622.
appreciate. (940)393-2379. 1993 FORD F150 XL
super cab with camper shell, fully
Cat Napper reclining sofa & love JVC 32” ANALOG TV
seat, $1,200. Sofa new, never used; CharBroil MasterFlame 8,000 gas loaded, runs great, 80,000 miles.
$3,600. (940)626-0780.
love seat, hardly used. Brown mi- grill w/full propane tank. Like new
crofiber. (940)255-0648. composter, paid $300, see at
1989 Dodge 3/4 ton
www.ComposTumbler.com.
$125/each, excellent condition. Cummins diesel engine, all power,
(940)683-6778. automatic, AC, long bed w/sleeper,
65k original miles. $7,000/OBO.

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Square bales, fertilized, barn stored.
HORSE RANCH ESTATE AUCTION WHEELCHAIR LIFTS
Ramps and repairs. Wholesale
(940)683-5875.

Hay, panels, shavings, etc. Texas,
surrounding states. Competitive
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shot flatbed w/tarps. Also, hay haul-
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Mowing
ASK ABOUT TREE TRIMMING
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ACREAGE MOWING
Tractor services. Plowing, seeding,
aereating, tilling, fertilizing available.
Tommy, (940)482-6578.
CUSTOM ROUND HAY BALING
Cutting, baling. Also, field mowing
services. Experienced & profes-
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(940)399-7613.
No minimum, you load. 2008,
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(940)433-2335.
COASTAL HORSE HAY
square bales in barn, fertilized. No
minimum. Between Alvord/Decatur.
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(940)627-2813.
COASTAL HORSE HAY
squared, fertilized, barn stored. De-
catur. $6/bale. (940)577-5499.
Coastal round bales, $50-$60/each.
(940)224-3990.
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square & round bales, horse quality.
SC Squared, (817)944-9451.
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Alfalfa hay. Arizona 3 string Alfalfa,
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(940)393-6095.
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(940)389-1400, (940)627-7186.
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393-2456, (940)433-8051.
For the benefit of Othel Ray Winborn Estate medical equipment at discount
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(940)748-9961.
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RANCH CONTENTS WOOD BUILDINGS
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2001 GMC 1 Ton Dually (approx 135k miles) portable office building, 18’x10’ Heavy Equipment
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TACK AND EQUINE PRODUCTS w/skylight roof & locking door,
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GARDENER’S MAILBAG
stalling a root barrier 18 to
24 inches deep. Third, there
is the possibility of limbs
damaging the sides of the
house or the eaves. This is
more common than people
might admit, and the solu-
tion is to plant trees farther
out. And, fourth and finally,
spots, fig ivy (climbing fig)
is very attractive. It’s ev-
ergreen, but it can’t stand
hard freezes into the mid-
20s, so plant accordingly. In
colder areas, it will have to
be grown in enclosed court-
yards and recessed entry-
ways where there is added
iron chlorosis, if you hap-
pen to be growing them in
The“New”Bishop’s
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BY NEIL SPERRY
Dear Neil: You men-
tioned in a column recently
that crape myrtles planted
10 feet from a house’s foun-
dation posed no threat to
the foundation. At what dis-
tance would such a tree (or
yaupon holly or mountain
laurel) be a risk?
I received 10 different
questions this week that
were all variations of this
same topic. To avoid redun-
dancy, I’ll answer them all
here. Let’s look at it from
four different perspectives.
First, there is the actual
root size at the soil line.
Crape myrtle and yaupon
roots probably would never
get large enough to lift a
house’s foundation. They
could, however, possibly
damage a thinner layer of
concrete such as a sidewalk
were they planted only a
couple of feet away. Second,
there is root spread and
mass. Roots take moisture
out of the soil, and that’s
actually what hurts founda-
tions more commonly than
the lifting action of a plant’s
individual roots. However,
both of these problems can
pearance of having large
plants really close to houses.
Native trees are excepted
from this comment, because
houses are knowingly built
in their midst, but if a tree
is planted as the landscape
is being developed, that tree
needs to be planted where
it will make the maximum
landscaping impact as it
matures. That’s usually
not going to happen if it’s
crammed up against a wall.
So, to sum it up, there’s no
one blanket answer to all of
these questions about tree
roots and foundations. You
have to use common sense,
and you need to follow good
horticultural procedures as
you care for the trees.
Dear Neil: We have a new
stone house, and we’d like
to give it a more aged look.
What types of vines will
grow on it, and will they do
any damage? We hear both
sides.
If it’s in the sun, Bos-
ton ivy would be your best
choice. It’s deciduous, so it
will be bare in the winter,
but it also is deep green
all summer, followed by
brilliant reds, yellows and
shade, English ivy is your
best bet. None of these will
damage the mortar joints at
all. However, they can trap
debris behind them, so the
wall may darken if it’s lime-
stone or other light-colored
rock. They look terrific, and
they cut down on heat gain
in the summer, especially in
sunny sites.
Dear Neil: I have three
bald cypress trees in my
front yard. They’re all 12 to
15 feet tall, and they were
planted from containers two
years ago. One leafs out and
looks great in the spring
and all through the season.
The other two have either
yellowed or browned and re-
ally appear to be struggling.
I irrigate my lawn, and they
are fed two or three times
a year with lawn food (no
weed killer included). What
am I dealing with?
Nothing is prettier than
a bald cypress that’s grow-
ing vigorously, but nothing
looks any more pitiful than
one that has gotten too dry
and begun to turn brown
and lose all its needles.
My guess is that the trees
need more water than your
WE
When those conditions
aren’t met, its wheels start
to come loose. Baby them
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Boys
Football
Junior Varsity
Bridgeport 29
Breckenridge 6
Bridgeport raced to a 22-0
lead in the first quarter. Gilbert
Mullins scored on runs of 70,
80 and 50 yards, and Gabriel
Huerta added a 5-yard scoring
run. Sean Brown got two points
with a safety and recovered a
fumbled punt return.
“The JV Bulls did a great job
tonight on their first game,”
said Coach Jed Anderson. “The
defense did an outstanding job
holding the Buckaroos to only
six points.”
Skylar Stowe caught a pair of
passes for 70 yards, and Taylor
Story hauled in a 12 yarder to
convert a fourth down late in
the game.
Bridgeport record 1-0
Freshmen
Bridgeport 19
Breckenridge 0
Touchdown runs by Kyle Myer
(80 and 25) and Brannon Huff
(45) and an extra point by Omar
Martinez gave the Bulls their
points. Huff, Dillon Waldrep,
Andrew Lingo and Hayden Flor-
ence led the defensive shutout
that also yielded good field po-
sition. The offense had success
running the football, though
the passing game needs work,
coaches noted.
“The kids played with a lot of
enthusiasm and energy,” Coach
Brian Davenport said. “We
are looking forward to a great
year.”
Bridgeport record 1-0
Girls
Volleyball
Freshmen
Bridgeport 26 25
Breckenridge 24 15
Sabrina Garza, Haley Denton,
Kara Demmitt and Nikki Mowery
each had two kills while Skylar
Shawn and Tiffany Hawkins
each recorded four assists. Gar-
za served five aces. After some
sluggishness the first game after
a missed practice and a new ro-
tation, the girls worked together
to get the win, the coach said.
Bridgeport record 7-3
Bridgeport
Peaster
12
25
19
25
“We did not play our best ei-
ther game,” the coach said.
“Mentally we made several mis-
takes early in the first game such
as not getting to our defensive
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Tiffany Hawkins had two as-
sists and Skylar Shawn one.
With one ace each were Sabrina
Garza, Haley Denton, Shawn and
Madi Manoushagian. Kara Dem-
mitt and Nikki Mowery each had
one kill.
Bridgeport record 7-4
Bridgeport 25 25
Pilot Point 17 10
Bridgeport struggled to get
started in the first game at the
Paradise tournament but pulled
it together for an easy win in the
second game.
Tiffany Hawkins served up
three aces and Haley Denton
two. Mariah Clayton slapped
three kills, and the trio of Kara
Demmitt, Nikki Mowery and
Kendra Mendoza each had a
pair. Skylar Shawn set up five
and Hawkins two. Clayton had a
pair of blocks.
Bridgeport record 6-3
Bridgeport
Holliday
19
25
25
17 25
9 Sabrina Garza, Shawn and Madi
An injury forced Bridgeport
to adjust its rotation midway
through the match. The girls
fought hard but came up short
in the Paradise tournament
match.
Mariah Clayton had four kills
with two apiece from Kara Dem-
mitt, Kendra Mendoza and Sabrina
Garza. Tiffany Hawkins and Skylar
Shawn each put up five assists.
Hawkins and Demmitt served two
aces each. Haley Denton came
up with six digs and Demmitt and
Garza a pair apiece.
Bridgeport 22 27 25
Paradise 25 25 17
Facing the tournament hosts,
Bridgeport played through inju-
ries to take third place.
Seven players had kills led by
Kara Demmitt and Mikki Mow-
ery with four each, three from
Mariah Clayton and two each
by Sabrina Garza and Madi Ma-
noushagian. Tiffany Hawkins
was credited with seven assists
while Skylar Shawn and Mowery
each had two. Demmitt served
five aces and Bin Na Kim four.
Jessica Mares had six digs,
Demmitt four and two each
from Haley Denton, Shawn and
Garza.
Bridgeport 20 14
Aubrey 25 25
The girls struggled to get
warmed up and play up to their
potential.
Sabrina Garza had three kills
and Kara Demmitt and Mariah
Clayton two each. Assists in-
cluded Tiffany Hawkins and Sky-
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added a couple of aces, while
Garza and Haley Denton each
had two.
Bridgeport record 4-2
Bridgeport 25 25
Nocona 10 13
The Sissies dominated, in-
cluding 13 aces, with eight from
Kara Demmitt, three by Madi
Manoushagian and two from
Sabrina Garza. Mariah Clayton
had four kills and a block. Tif-
fany Hawkins set up six assists
and Skylar Shawn three. Garza
added two digs.
Bridgeport 25 25
Henrietta 22 16
With six straight points each
from Tiffany Hawkins and Jessi-
ca Mares, Bridgeport got off to
a good start in the tournament.
Hawkins added six assists as
did Skylar Shawn. Nikki Mow-
ery killed six points, Mariah
Clayton three and two each by
Manoushagian. Shawn had five
aces and Mowery three. Kara
Demmitt served two aces to go
with three digs. Haley Denton
had a pair of digs.
Bridgeport record 3-1
Bridgeport 25 25
Bowie 21 11
Servers Kara Demmitt (7),
Jessica Mares (6) and Skylar
Shawn (6) served for 19 points
as Bridgeport exhibited great
teamwork.
Mariah Clayton and Sabrina
Garza each had three kills, while
Garza and Demmitt served three
aces apiece. Tiffany Hawkins
had five assists, Shawn four and
Clayton two. Hawkins had two
digs and Annbra Johnson two
aces.
Bridgeport 20 25 22
Decatur 25 8 25
Kara Demmitt's 16 straight
service points keyed the second
game win. Both teams had good
setting and defense. Though
it was a loss, the Sissies were
excited to place second in the
tournament.
Mariah Clayton scored seven
kills and three blocks. Also at
the net Sabrina Garza had four
kills while Demmitt and Kendra
Mendoza each had a pair. With
assists were Tiffany Hawkins, 6,
Skylar Shawn, 5, and Demmitt,
2. Demmitt's service game in-
cluded six aces, Haley Denton
four and Shawn three. Denton
also dug out two shots.
Junior Varsity
Bridgeport 15 21
Breckenridge 25 25
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SUBVARSITY SPORTS
Continued from page 13 Bridgeport 25 25 had three. Shelbi Fry had four kills, Mady Hancock three and Han-
Ponder 13 15 nah Logan two. Taylor Henson put up six assists. Kasey Wages had
what we wanted, but the effort and the heart was there,” the coach “It was good to see the girls stay aggressive through an entire a pair of digs.
said. volleyball match,” the coach said. “We passed well, and it resulted
Bridgeport record 4-4 in some big kills.” Bridgeport 20 20
Shelbi Fry and Mady Hancock each slammed six kills and Tabitha Callisburg 25 25
Bridgeport 25 25 Moses added a pair. Ann Turlington fired two aces. Taylor Henson “We lost a game we should not have lost,” the coach said. “This
Lindsay 14 23 set up 12 assists. Kasey Wages and Angelica Reyes each had five group of athletes has tremendous talent. As a team we need to take
Bridgeport opened tournament play with a great win. Taylor Hen- digs, Fry three and Henson and Lindsay Walker two each. care of business from start to finish.”
son had 10 assists to set up three kills by Mady Hancock and two Hannah Logan and Shelbi Fry each recorded three kills and Mady
by Tabitha Moses. Henson, Shelby Fry and Audra Hart each scored Bridgeport 23 25 25 Hancock two. Logan blocked two shots and Kasey Wages dug out
an ace. Lindsay Walker dug out four shots, Kasey Wages and An- Nocona 25 22 23 three. Taylor Henson added six assists.
gelica Reyes three each and two by Henson and Hart. Bridgeport prevailed in a tight match against a quality opponent. Bridgeport record 1-1
Eight players had kills led by Hannah Logan with six and Tabitha
Bridgeport 16 17 Moses and Shelbi Fry with three each. Hancock also blocked four Bridgeport 25 25
Godley 25 25 shots and Logan two. Assists came from Taylor Henson with 10 and Gold-Burg 22 17
“Godley was a very good JV team,” the coach said. “We struggled Moses with two. Fry served three aces along with Audra Hart, and Bridgeport finished off with a tournament win and saw improve-
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over US 380. Traffic on US 380 westbound reduced to one
lane. Bridge will remain open.
4. Walnut Street at State Street closed for downtown crosswalk
project.
5. US 81/287 overlay project from US 380 in Decatur to just
south of Farm Road 407 in the southbound lanes.
6. US 81/287 and FM 730 bridge replacement project. Work
anticipated to begin on US 81/287 over Farm Road 730 in
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8. Signal light upgrades at Texas 114 and FM 920.
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