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MIDWEEK EDITION
VOLUME 133 - NO. 19
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2012
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NEW FAIRVIEW
PARADISE
Baby saved after near drowning
Fortenberry left
lasting impression
By BRANDON EVANS
Medics and firefighters responded to a call
Monday night that a
1-year-old baby girl had
drowned in a bathtub.
The call came in at
8 p.m. from a home located in the 100 block
of Private Road 4439,
just north of New Fairview
near
County
Road 4421.
The parents, Cody and
Lecresha White, were
giving the baby a bath
when they stepped away
for just a moment, they
told investigators.
“They stepped back
into the bathroom, and
the baby was floating
face down in the water,”
said Captain Kevin Benton with the Wise County Sheriff ’s Office. “She
wasn’t breathing.”
While waiting for medics to arrive, the father
started CPR and was able
to get the baby breathing
again. The medics took
over CPR once they arrived several minutes
later.
About a half-hour later,
the baby was flown from
the scene by a LifeTeam
helicopter to Cook Children’s Medical Center in
Fort Worth.
As of Tuesday afternoon, the baby was still
hospitalized. It’s un-
known if any long-term
damage will result from
the near drowning.
“We’re all monitoring
the situation very closely,” Benton said. “We’re
all hoping she’s going to
be OK. This was very unfortunate.”
The Sheriff ’s Office
continues to investigate
the incident.
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nine years.
Fortenberry taught at Paradise for 14 years, leaving a lasting impression on current and
former students alike.
“Mrs. Fortenberry
has been around Paradise and me my whole
FORTENBERRY life,” sophomore Maka-
By ERIKA PEDROZA
Paradise faculty and
students alike mourn
the death of language
arts teacher and reading specialist, Terri
Fortenberry.
Fortenberry, 50, died
Sunday, March 4, in
Midland during her
fourth battle with cancer in
Continued on page 3A
DECATUR
Emotional
finish
Mock trial
team provides
one final lift for
retiring coach
By ERIKA PEDROZA
At state competition last
weekend, the Decatur High
School mock trial team offered nothing less than
blood, toil, tears and sweat
— literally.
The team overcame an interruption in concentration
when one of their lawyers
experienced a nosebleed in
the final round of competition; surpassed the hardship of being without coach
Susanne Parker after she
suffered a brain injury; controlled the emotions of reuniting with Parker after
almost three months; and
thwarted the nervousness
Messenger photo by Joe Duty
CELEBRATING STATE PLACING — The Decatur High School Mock Trial team including (front row, holding the gavels) Andie Keller, Tyler Sirman (back
row) Holt Garner, Jasmine Walia, Madeline Peña, Arin Blaylock, Tamara Green, Graham McCain and Paulina Sanchez celebrate a third-place finish at state
competition last weekend. Not pictured are lawyer Hayley Raasch and the state’s Outstanding Witness, Laura Nicholson.
AURORA
DECATUR
Family pets
perish in
house fire
Goodbye South Beach,
hello Fuzzy’s Taco Shop?
By DAVE ROGERS
By BRANDON EVANS
A fire claimed the lives of two family pets and destroyed a home in Aurora last Saturday night.
Firefighters from Newark, Rhome
and Haslet responded just after 9 to
find flames and smoke pouring from
a trailer home located in the 300
block of Airfield Court.
“When we showed up, the house
was probably 50 percent involved,”
said Newark Assistant Chief Jerry
Messenger photo by Brandon Evans
TOTAL LOSS — Despite hours of efforts by volunteer firefighters Saturday night,
it wasn’t enough to save an Aurora home located in the 300 block of Airfield
Court. The homeowners, who’d lived there 14 years, lost two dogs in the blaze.
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Sports . . . . . . . . . . .14A
Classifieds. . . . . . . . .8A
Wise Business . . . . .13A
Downtown
Decatur
taco connoisseurs, do not
despair.
While the neon pink
and green lights are on
and nobody’s home at the
South Beach Taco Factory on the west side of the
Square, one of the men
behind Fuzzy’s Taco Shop
said Monday that he
expects one of his franchises to open in Decatur
soon.
Chuck Bush, partner
in the business that has
grown from one location
HELPING
BIG CATS
CANCER
AWARENESS
A Bridgeport
teen is gathering
information that
might bring some big
cats back from the
brink of extinction.
See page 2A.
A balloon launch
at The Hills last
week honored
the memory of
those lost to
cancer. See page
2A.
in Fort Worth to 53 since
2003, said it’s possible
that Fuzzy’s Taco Shop
could take up the slack
on the Square left by
South Beach Taco Factory, which was padlocked
Feb. 18.
“We want to get out
there,” Bush said. “We’ll
take advantage of his loss
(the South Beach Taco
Factory closing). We just
haven’t identified the exact location.”
Fuzzy’s Taco
Shop,
which serves Baja-style
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WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, March 7, 2012
BRIDGEPORT
MAKING
A
Research might save tigers from extinction
By BRANDON EVANS
Most kids grow up with a
family cat lurking around the
house.
But when Destiny Krahn
invites friends over for
sleepovers, she’s got something more impressive than
a fat tabby or sleek calico to
show off.
The
14-year-old
from
Bridgeport has grown up
around cats of the larger,
more toothy variety.
Her sprawling backyard is
home to 50 big cats, including lions, tigers, cougars and
snow leopards. It’s the Center for Animal Research and
Education (CARE), located
on County Road 3422, where
her mom is the executive director. Spending a lifetime
around the big cats has allowed her to gain the trust of
the animals, which she is now
using to gather genetic inforMessenger photos by Joe Duty
mation.
A couple of times a week, IN THE MOUNTAIN LION’S MOUTH — Destiny Krahn, 14, of Bridgeport uses her close
Krahn gathers DNA samples relationship with the big cats at CARE to collect a DNA samples using a swab from a mountain
from the big cats. She swabs lion named Cassie. The samples are helping researchers at Texas A&M map the genome of
the inside of the creatures several big cats, including endangered tigers and snow leopards.
mouths, which she somehow
makes look easier than it genomes will help caretakers
treat problems with big cats
sounds.
She approaches the side of kept in captivity.
“One thing I’m concerned
a cage, and the big cats walk
with is vitamin A
right up to the
deficiency in Afrifence and open
By the numbers can lions,” Berrywide, like they’re
visiting the denKrahn said. “The
3,200
tist.
DNA
research
“It is quite The estimated nummight show why
amazing to see,” ber of tigers in the
that is happening
said Heidi Berry- wild world wide
with some of the
Krahn, Destiny’s
lions in captivity.”
4,000
mother and exIt might also
ecutive director The estimated
be used to one
of CARE. “She number of tigers in
day bring some TESTING THE AIR — Bridgeport High School students, from
seems to be able captivity in Texas
of these endan- left, Destiny Krahn, 14, Remi Swensson, 14, and Destiny
to do what others
gered
animals Jackson, 15, gather data, such as temperature and wind
37
have failed to do.
back from the speed, in an attempt to help researchers at the University of
“The DNA will The number of
brink of extinc- Buffalo in New York discover the use of a mysterious organ
found in the mouths of big cats.
be used to help tigers that call Wise
tion.
identify genetic County home
According
to
issues and posthe World Wild- in tiger populations, but
It is estimated 4,000 tigers
sibly aid in the effort to map life Fund, the world’s popu- that’s been replaced with loss live in captivity in Texas.
the genetic code (genome) for lation of tigers in the wild of habitat, mainly from log- Wise County is home to 37 of
both the tiger and lion spe- has fallen by more than 95 ging and commercial plan- them, including 35 at CARE
cies in conjunction with Tex- percent in the last century. tations. They are also being and two more at the Internaas A&M University,” Berry- And three subspecies of ti- poached with parts being tional Exotic Animal SanctuKrahn added.
gers, Bali, Javan and Cas- sold on the black market. ary, located east of Boyd on
“I just go around and col- pian, went extinct during the Some body parts are used Texas 114.
lect the mitochondrial DNA 1980s.
in ancient forms of Chinese
If the number of wild tigers
samples,” Krahn said. “They
Although an exact count is medicine.
continue to drop at the curlet me do it pretty easily.”
impossible, it’s estimated the
“There are more tigers in rent rate, they will be extinct
The DNA samples are be- number of tigers in the wild captivity in Texas than there in a few years. The ongoing
ing sent to researchers at have fallen from 100,000 in are left in the wild,” said Bri- research at CARE might be
Texas A&M. They will be 1900 to as few as 3,200 today. an Davis, a genetics research- the only hope to help repopuused to create complete geSport hunting used to be er at Texas A&M University late the animals in the wild.
nomes of the animals, and the the greatest cause of decline in College Station.
“If we are researching for
an end goal, that would be
the greatest and most lasting
goal we could be looking for,”
Davis said. “As the populations get smaller and smaller,
we might need to repopulate.”
“This might supply the answer for the long-term survival of the species,” BerryKrahn said.
And it’s not just tigers. Less
than 2,500 snow leopards are
left in the wild. CARE has
one that is involved in the genome project.
At only 14, Krahn might
be collecting the genetic data
that one day helps preserve
some of the world’s most
magnificent predators.
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The big cat
mystery organ
Krahn is not the only
one involved in research at
CARE. A group of science students from Bridgeport High
School are also involved with
another project.
The students are collecting
data for Dr. Frank Mendel, a
researcher with the University of Buffalo in New York.
Their data will help the professor determine the use for
a mysterious organ in the
mouth of big cats known as a
“dam.”
“We have no idea what it
does,” Krahn said.
The organ has something
to do with how the cats salivate and stay hydrated. The
students go out every week
and collect a plethora of data
on the “dam” and what it is
doing along with wind speed,
temperature, if the cat is in
the shade or not and a dozen
other factors.
Destiny Jackson, 15, Isaiah
Deltoyos, 14, Remi Swensson,
14, Jessica Elliott, 18, Kathryn McCauley, 15, and Karen
Brown, 16, are all part of
the research project. They’ve
been involved since last fall.
Many of the students want
to be doctors or veterinarians
one day. They hope being part
of the research project will
set them apart when they
start applying for college. But
it’s also fun.
“It’s amazing to be part of
this research,” Brown said.
To learn more about CARE,
go to http://bigcatcare.org.
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DECATUR
Senior citizens take cancer awareness to new heights
By BRANDON EVANS
Just inside the entrance to
The Hills nursing home in
Decatur, a cage containing
tiny birds with colorful beaks
flit and sing behind glass
doors.
But just outside the doors,
residents released purple,
gold and green balloons into
the breeze and the bright blue
morning Thursday. Attached
to the bottom of the balloons
were laminated cards. Each
one bore the name of a loved
one and the year they died.
“We do this every year,”
said Amy Rebstock, LVN and
communications and marketing director at The Hills. “It’s
significant because it helps
preserve the memory of loved
ones.”
The Texas wind can carry
the memory far. Last year,
one released in Wise County
was found near Lubbock.
The cards are purchased,
with all the money raised going to the American Cancer
Society. It’s the first of several
activities, along with Relay
for Life, that The Hills will do
to raise funds for the organization.
The event had special
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FLOATING A MEMORY — Residents at The Hills nursing home in Decatur released balloons into a clear, windy sky last
Thursday. Cards bearing the names of deceased loved ones were attached to the balloons. The event raised money for the
American Cancer Society.
meaning for Debbie Stack
who was recently diagnosed
with uterine cancer. She
works for Solaris full time at
The Hills.
“I’m going through chemo
right now,” she said. “I’m
about to start the radiation.”
She lives with her husband,
Mike, in New Fairview. She
said he’s been a tremendous
help. She added that her sons
and their significant others
have also helped her through
the treatments.
“(My husband) has been
excellent,” Stack said. “He’s
always been a good husband,
but he’s been everything I
could have asked for through
all this. He treats me like I’m
going to break.”
He even helped her shave
her head recently.
“It started coming out real
bad,” Stacks said. “So we got
out the shears and shaved it.
I cried.”
She likes to decorate her
headwear. On Thursday she
wore a white beanie decorated with gold stars. She said
the efforts to raise money for
the American Cancer Society
by her coworkers at The Hills
also helps her through the
treatments.
“I think it’s great,” Stack
said. “It helps to see that people care. It means a lot.”
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WISE COUNTY
3A
DECATUR
May 12 election
ballot now set
Filings for places on the May
12 election ballot for cities and
schools ended Monday, March
5. Here is the complete list of
who filed with incumbents noted.
Alvord
City Council
Place 3 — Kirk Gibson
Place 4 — Paula Talley (I)
Place 5 — Jim Enochs (I)
School Board
Place 1 — Kevin Wood (I)
Place 2 — John Schedcik (I)
Aurora
City Council
Ward I — Bill McCurdy (I)
Ward II — Joe Smith (I)
Ward III — Jason Brummal (I)
Boyd
City Council
Place 1 — Crystal Keiper (I)
Place 3 — Rodney Holmes (I)
Place 5 — Gary Brown
School Board
Place 4 — Linda Ware (I), Bill
Childress
Place 5 — Trae Luttrell (I),
Mike Elkins
Bridgeport
City Council
Mayor — Keith McComis (I)
Place 1 — Scott Cheves (I)
Place 2 — Kathy Kennedy,
Matt Van Hoose (I), Art Velasquez
School Board
Place 1 — Tom Talley
Place 2 — Charles Mauldin
(I)
Place 3 — Sue Ray (I), Lee
Snodgrass
Chico
City Council
Three at-large seats are up
for election. Incumbent Karen
Garrison has filed.
School Board
Place 1 — Gloria Arredondo
(I), James “Poncho” Redwine
Place 2 — Mark Tate, Robert
Vidal, Lynn Gordon
Decatur
City Council
Mayor — Martin Woodruff
Place 1 — Dana Clinesmith
(I)
Place 3 — Cary Bohn
Place 5 — Jay Davidson (I),
Pete Rivera
School Board
Place 5 — Joey Luttrull (I),
Diana Mosley
Place 6 — Kevin Haney (I)
Place 7 — Chris Lowery (I),
Marsha Hafer
Lake Bridgeport
City Council
The mayor and two council
at-large seats are up for election. Marisol Smith (formerly a
council member) has filed for
mayor. Dwayne Slaten (I) filed
for a council seat.
Newark
City Council
Place 1 — Bob Wells (I)
Place 2 — Doug Anderson (I)
Place 3 — Linda Anderson
New Fairview
City Council
Three at-large seats are up for
election. Mike Georgia (I), Wes
Williams (I) and Aaron Shoop (I)
have filed.
Northwest
School Board
Place 1 — Josh Wright (I)
Place 2 — Mark Schluter (I)
Place 4 — Judy Copp
Paradise
City Council
The council approved a joint
election with the county in November. Filing begins in the fall.
School Board
Its election will also be moved
to November to coincide with
the city’s joint election with the
county. Filing begins in the fall.
Rhome
City Council
The mayor and two at-large
city council seats are up for
election. Jo Ann Wilson (I),
Ricky M. Vaughan, Louis Godfrey, Michelle Pittman and Ronnie D. Moore have filed for city
council. David E. Wilson, Chris
Moore (currently a city council member) and Jennifer Petty
have filed for mayor.
Runaway Bay
City Council
The mayor and two council
at-large seats are up for election. Robert Ryan has filed for
re-election as mayor, and Neil
W. Peters, Mark Allen (I), Kay
Simmons and Bettye Parker (I)
for a council seat.
Slidell
School Board
Board holds its election in November.
PUPPY LOVE — Second-graders at Decatur’s Rann Elementary, from left, Jaci Stone, Jacob Taylor and Wesley
Hornbeck, take turns petting a female red heeler puppy during a recent visit by Sherri Hartfield and Linda Bryan
from the Wise County Animal Shelter. They were accompanied by Sheriff David Walker, Capt. Kevin Benton and Lt.
John Thompson who went to show their appreciation for the students of teachers Hailey Caraway and Kay Avett.
The youngsters have created Pet Pals to help educate the community about the shelter and animal adoption. The
puppy in the photo was adopted soon after her trip to the school.
PARADISE
Fortenberry left lasting impression ...
Continued from page 1A
la Neighbors said, following
a Jan. 27 basketball game in
which both girls and boys varsity teams “pinked out” in support of their beloved teacher
and her family, including her
husband, the girls’ coach. “She
(was) always there, fighting
and never giving up or dwelling on things. She (looked) at
life and (made) the best of it.
... She is a huge role model for
me and the Paradise community.”
Students and co-workers
recalled her selfless, compassionate and loving demeanor
and perpetual optimism, despite the battles she faced.
“She always tried to find out
what your interests were and
really kept up with that information and tried to relate
to you with it,” senior Connor
NEWS
BRIEFS
of us that knew her gained
strength from her. Just an
amazing person through and
through.”
Graveside service is 2 p.m.
today (Wednesday) at Bailey
County Cemetery in Muleshoe. Memorial service is 10
a.m. Saturday at First Baptist
Church in Decatur.
Those attending the memorial are encouraged to wear
shirts purchased in honor of
Fortenberry and her nineyear battle with cancer, any
shirt that has a special meaning or connection to her and/
or red shoes in honor of her
affinity for the “Wizard of Oz.”
Born Aug. 24, 1961, in Lubbock to Billy Dee and Mary Jo
(Holt) Black, she married Eddie Fortenberry in Plainview
Aug. 28, 1982. She lived in
Decatur since 1998 after moving from Hereford. She was a
member of the First United
Methodist Church in Decatur
and was active in Relay for
Life and in school functions.
Fortenberry is survived by
her husband; daughters Amber Fortenberry and Ashley
Fortenberry, both of Bridgeport; sister Cindy Ashmore
of Spearman; and grandchild
Layne West.
Memorials may be made to
the Terri Black Fortenberry
Scholarship Fund, c/o Hale
County State Bank, P.O. Box
970, Plainview, TX 790730970, or to Wise County Relay
for Life, 3301 West Freeway,
Fort Worth, TX 76017.
Students, parents and staff
are encouraged to share memories of Fortenberry at a blog,
http://fortenb.edublogs.org.
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PASTURE MANAGEMENT
WORKSHOP — Wise
County’s Texas AgriLife
Extension Service Livestock
and Forage Committee will
host a Pasture Management
Workshop noon to 2 p.m.
Thursday, March 8, at the
Boyd Community Center.
Cost for the workshop is
$10, which includes two
hours of general CEUs
for pesticide applicator
license holders. The
meeting will include lunch.
Workshop topics will
include fertilizer practices
and weed management in
pastures. Speakers will
include Gerald Hobson,
range, pasture and crop
protection specialist with
DuPont, and Todd Vineyard,
Wise County Extension
agent, agriculture/natural
resources.
IMPROVE LITERACY —
The Bridgeport Literacy
Banquet, hosted by the
Bridgeport Bookcase Project
Committee, is 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 8, at the
high school commons.
Cost is $15.95 per person
or $125 per table, and
proceeds will be used
to build 50 personalized
bookcases with a starter
library for children in Head
Start. Tickets can be
purchased at the Bridgeport
Index, the public library,
First Financial Bank, First
Berry said. “I love baseball,
and she would always talk to
me about games and our favorite teams.
“I also remember having once-a-week community
meetings (in our class) where
we had to discuss our feelings about things that were
happening at school and in
class,” he continued. “She always seemed to want to know
what was going on with us as
people and not just as her students.”
Intermediate school counselor Kristin Gage added: “She
was great with the kids. As
you can tell, she’s very much
loved,” she said motioning to
the sea of fans, young and old
dressed in pink at the Jan. 29
game. “She never complained,
never used the cancer as an
excuse. In fact, we’d have to
tell her to slow down. Those
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DECATUR
District hopes to avoid bus emergency
By BRIAN KNOX
The Decatur School District is hoping that it will
not soon face an emergency
situation with its bus fleet,
but they are bracing for
that possibility.
So far, only two buses
have required repairs, but
up to 25 of the 34 buses in
its fleet could be affected in
a worst-case scenario.
Superintendent
Rod
Townsend said the problem comes from electrolysis
that has been discovered
in two buses, requiring the
replacement of engines.
The cost of replacement is
approximately $23,000 per
bus.
The cause of the problem
has been traced to a wrong
mixture of additives used
in the coolant, allowing the
electrolysis to take place.
Once the problem was dis-
covered in the two buses,
Townsend said the district
took immediate action
to address the situation
across the rest of the fleet.
“We’ve flushed all the
systems, added new coolant
and additives,” Townsend
said. “We hope to at least
stop it where it is, and hopefully some of those buses
are not too bad and will
continue to run. I’m sure
there will be another one or
two that will go down, but
we’ll have to deal with it
when it comes up.”
The potentially affected
buses are all 2005 models,
and Townsend said, “as
luck would have it,” the
warranty recently ran out.
“We’ve talked to (engine
manufacturer) Caterpillar,
and they are trying to help
us out as much as they can,
but they’re not going to replace the engines by any
means,” he said.
Records showed that the
correct coolant was being
used, but Townsend said
that “somewhere down the
line,” the coolants became
unbalanced. Since
the
problem has been discovered, Townsend said more
detailed records are being
kept.
“We have a new guy in
place who will handle that,
and I think he is very conscientious in trying to follow that pretty close,” the
superintendent said.
And if the worst-case
scenario becomes reality?
Townsend said the district
is prepared.
“That’s why you have a
fund balance, for things
like this,” he said, comparing it to a personal savings
account that individuals
would use if their own car
broke down. “ ... If an emer-
gency would occur, we’d
deal with it and that money
would most likely be spent
out of fund balance.”
At $23,000 per engine,
with up to 25 buses affected, the potential hit to
the fund balance could top
a half-million dollars, not
including the costs that
would be associated with
leasing replacement buses
while repairs are made.
But Townsend is hopeful that the problem was
caught in time to keep most
buses on the road for their
normal lifespan.
“The only thing I know to
do, is do as much preventive maintenance as we can
and move on, and hopefully
luck will be on our side and
they will continue to go and
hopefully last until they
get to 150 or 160,000 miles.
Right now they’re about
halfway there,” he said.
DECATUR
Good-bye South Beach, hello Fuzzy’s?
Mexican food and specializes in fish tacos, burritos,
nachos and beer, has locations in 11 states, but
20 in the Metroplex area.
Those include ones in Roanoke, Denton, Sanger and
Weatherford.
Kirk Dinkins, owner of
the Weatherford Fuzzy’s,
will also operate the Decatur franchise, Bush said.
“We don’t get involved
until Kirk finds a location
and says ‘I’m ready.’ Then
we go out and look at the
location,” Bush said. “As
far as Fuzzy’s going into
Decatur, that’s a very high
probability. But as far as
the location, I don’t know.”
There is an opening at
113 State Street after
landlord Mark Moran declared South Beach Taco
Factory to be in default
on its lease and changed
the locks three weeks ago,
according to papers displayed in the restaurant’s
front windows.
Moran, who owns much
of the real estate on the
Square, did not return repeated calls from the Messenger seeking to learn
more about the property
and its tenants, both past
and, if possible, for the future.
Without Moran’s help,
trying to determine just
who owns South Beach
Taco Factory is a bit of a
puzzle.
According to the paperwork taped to the door,
the building’s tenant is
listed as Sb Decatur, LLC,
a corporation listing Coppell CPA Timothy Hinkhouse as its registered
agent on its franchise tax
application with the state
comptroller. Filings with
the Secretary of State of-
fice made in late 2011 list
Hinkhouse, Floyd Hopkins
of North Richland Hills
and Justin McWilliams of
Fort Worth as partnership
members.
Other filings with the
Secretary of State are for
South Beach Management, LLC and South
Beach Taco Factory, LLC,
each listing Hinkhouse
and McWilliams as partners. Office phone numbers could not be found
and numbers believed to
be home phone numbers
for the trio did not answer
or were disconnected.
In Decatur, South Beach
Taco Factory’s phone number goes straight to a
busy signal. Its website’s
homepage says “out of
business” in block letters,
but a few of its pages contain copy, including the
“About us” page, which
says “South Beach Taco
Factory is a quick service
version of the Yucatan
Taco Stand.”
Its listed email address
goes through the Yucatan
Taco Stand server mytacostand.com. However, no
one answered emails sent
to the SBTF email address.
Hinkhouse and McWilliams — the latter made
Wise County news last
summer with announced
plans (still unfulfilled) to
open a high-dollar addiction recovery center in
Newark — were listed as
partners in Yucatan Taco
Stand Management LLC
in papers filed last November.
The Yucatan Taco Stand,
which specializes in “Latin fusion” cuisine, shares a
common link with Fuzzy’s
Taco Shop, chef Paul Willis. He created Fuzzy’s
Taco Shop and helped get
Yucatan Taco Stand off
the ground, Bush said. But
Willis is apparently no longer connected with Yucatan Taco Stand, which has
downsized recently, closing locations in Frisco and
Southlake to leave only its
original restaurant in Fort
Worth and a franchisee in
The Woodlands flying the
YTS banner.
Efforts to contact owners at Yucatan Taco Stand
were unsuccessful as calls
and emails went unreturned.
Heath Jones, a daytime
shift manager at the Fort
Worth YTS location, said
ownership had recently
changed and said there
was at one time a definite connection between
South Beach Taco Factory
and Yucatan Taco Stand.
He hinted there might be
a Fuzzy’s Taco Shop connection with South Beach
Taco Stand leaving Decatur.
“I think the landlord
(Moran) was trying to put
a Fuzzy’s in there,” Jones
said.
Jody Adams, Decatur’s
Economic
Development
Corp. director, confirmed
that representatives of
Fuzzy’s have looked at
property near the LaQuinta Inn south of downtown.
Adams pointed out — barring changes — the Decatur Square would be a
no-go for Fuzzy’s because
of a city ordinance that
prohibits outdoor seating,
which is a Fuzzy’s standard.
However, Decatur City
Manager
Brett
Shannon said Planning Director Dedra Deneé Ragland
could probably fix that. “I’d
imagine she would submit to P&Z [Planning and
Zoning] an amendment to
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Also, Moran and a partner, Mike Detrick, own a
much bigger, vacant building next door to 113 State
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NOT EASY BEING BLUE — Last week a blue chick hatched
at the Wise County AgriLife Extension Office in Decatur. The
“Smurf chick” as secretary Karen Brown fondly referred
to it, was the result of an experiment in the egg to chick
school curriculum program provided by the Extension office.
4-H Agent Chrissy Karrer said blue food coloring was injected
into the “white” of the egg 11 to 14 days into the incubation
process. The chick ingested that material before it hatched,
turning its feathers blue. It will return to its normal color when
it gets its adult feathers. The egg to chick program is currently
being taught in Paradise and Bridgeport elementaries.
NEWS BRIEFS
State Bank, Meyers Agency
and The Community Bank.
The committee is also
seeking donations of gently
used preschool children’s
books, which will be given
with the bookcases. Books
can be dropped off at
Brookshire’s, the Index, the
library and Market Place.
TEDDY BEAR SLEEPOVER
— Bridgeport Parks and
Recreation is hosting a teddy
bear sleepover with pizza,
games and story time with
a mystery guest reader 6:30
to 8 p.m. Friday, March 9, at
the Community Center. The
guests’ teddy bears will stay
at the Community Center
overnight for a “sleepover”
and can be picked up from
the Bridgeport Police
Department Saturday, along
with photos of the mischief
they got into during the
night. For more information,
call (940) 683-3480.
LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE
— Decatur 8ers Square
Dance Club will offer free
beginner lessons starting
Saturday, March 10, at the
National Guard Armory, 2400
N. Trinity St., in Decatur.
The lessons are 9 a.m. to 1
p.m. five Saturdays in a row
and will be taught by caller
Robert Walker. No partner
is required, and lessons are
open to everyone age 12
and older. No registration
is required, but students
must attend the first lesson.
Wear comfortable shoes. For
more information, call Linda
or John Whitesitt at (972)
240-4497 or visit www.
decatur8ers.com.
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OUR VIEWS
Thrill of the hunt might be closer than you think
By KRISTEN TRIBE
We trudged across the soccer
fields alternately looking down
at the GPS on my phone and the
playground equipment that lay
ahead.
My family was on our first
geocache hunt, and as we intently
continued on our path, we began
to get a few strange looks from
those playing nearby.
“If anyone asks, we’re on a scavenger hunt,” I told the kids.
Although I had planned this
little outing, I barely understood
exactly what we were doing and
didn’t feel up to explaining it to
perfect strangers.
But despite feeling a little
conspicuous, we pushed forward
and were even a little surprised
at our own excitement when we
found our first cache, a small film
container, artfully camouflaged
along a fence line.
Geocaching is like a real-life
treasure hunt. You use GPSenabled devices to navigate to a
specific set of coordinates, and
when you arrive at your destination, you search for a “cache.”
Caches are hidden all over the
world, and they vary in size from
a film container to large boxes.
The smallest cache has room for
only a log sheet, which you
sign and date upon finding,
but the larger caches also
contain items for trade.
Geocaching.com is the
activity’s virtual headquarters. Users can search
according to address, zip
code or even their GPS
coordinates at that moment to get
the location of nearby caches. You
load the information into your
GPS device and take off.
Each cache description includes
distance and direction from your
current location, level of difficulty
and terrain, size of the cache and
date it was hidden. There is also
usually a description of the site
that includes significant historical details or interesting facts,
and sometimes a few hints are
also given as to the location of the
cache.
I first read about geocaching
in a magazine article several
years ago, and after hearing of a
friend’s recent adventures with
her kids, I decided we should give
it a try. It’s a great way to get
outdoors and learn a little history
about the community or landscape in which you’re searching.
We started simple.
With the advice of a
friend, we looked for local
caches in Kenny Renshaw
Park, near the Waggoner
Mansion, in Oaklawn Cemetery and at the Historic
TRIBE 1889 Wedding Chapel.
Since we already knew
the location of these sites, we
used the GPS on my smart phone
to guide us to the hiding place
after we arrived.
Our first find was at the park,
and although we were all tentative and unsure of what exactly
we were doing, the kids were
hooked after spotting the microsized container. We unfurled the
tiny log sheet inside and spent
a few minutes reading through
a list of previous hunters, some
who had visited the spot years
earlier, before signing it and making our way to the next stop.
Most of the caches we found
that day were small and contained only log books, but one
cache also contained a penny.
The rule of geocaching is simple,
according to the website, “Take
some stuff. Leave some stuff.”
My daughter decided to take
the penny, and left silly bands in
its place.
Originally called GPS Stash
Hunt, geocaching got its start in
Beavercreek, Ore., when a GPS
enthusiast hid the first cache in
a wooded area in May 2000. The
federal government had recently
adjusted GPS technology to allow
civilian users to pinpoint locations up to 10 times more accurately than before.
He posted the coordinates in
an online community of similar
enthusiasts and within three
days, two different readers found
his “stash.”
Others began hiding their own
containers and posting the coordinates. Within a month of the first
cache being hidden, a GPS Stash
Hunt mailing list was created,
which eventually led to a name
change for the activity (geocaching) and the creation of the website geocaching.com in September
2000.
At that time, there were only 75
known caches in the world. Now
there are hundreds, if not thou-
sands, within driving distance of
my front door.
By the end of our initial adventure, the kids were scrambling
to get out of the Jeep and be the
first to find the cache, giving
strict instructions to my husband,
“don’t start looking ’til we get
out!”
They’re already asking to go
again and hope to trade more
treasure in the near future.
Whether you’re spending spring
break at home or taking a road
trip, you might be surprised how
much fun it is to find a few caches
in your down time.
Here’s what you need to get
started:
1. A GPS device. (Your phone
will probably work fine for basic
hunts.)
2. A pen to sign the log sheets.
3. Items to trade, if you wish to
take something from the caches
you find.
Our first geocaching adventure
turned out to be a fun, free family
outing that was also educational.
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@WCMtribe.
YOUR VIEWS
Wiccans and Christians
can co-exist
My name is Rev. Terry L. Baker (Wiccan Minister), and I am the president of the North Texas
Wiccan Association. Your paper did a story on us in
2008 called Wiccans in Wise, and we would like to
ask you to do a follow-up story. This time the subject would be about Christians and Wiccans living
together in peace and respect.
We want to get the word out that Wiccans want
to get along with Christians and other peaceful
religions here in Decatur and all of Wise County.
We are not bad or evil people, and we do not hate
Christians! We respect all peaceful religions and
just ask that they do the same toward us. I’m a
native of Wise County. I was born in Decatur 54
years ago and raised in Alvord. My mother served
as justice of the peace for 33 years in Alvord. My
father was in the grocery business in Alvord also.
We moved back to Decatur in 1986, and we have
lived here since.
I’m a proud citizen of Decatur and Wise County,
so naturally I want to get along with others here
no matter what religion or faith they may be. I
think that understanding each other is the key to
living and working together. We are ready to do
our part.
Many people do not know about our path and
what we worship and that causes some to be
afraid of us or think we are evil. Wiccans worship
a goddess and god. We are a nature-based religion
and strive to protect and preserve our planet. It’s
all we have, so we work hard to keep it safe and
clean for the next generation. Your photographer
Joe Duty attended one of our rituals when the
last story was done. I’m sure he can tell you of our
peaceful path and what goes on at a Wiccan ritual.
We have a great respect for Joe and the Messenger for really working hard to tell about our
association based here in Wise County. Our first
story was about our Wiccans Association, but more
needs to be said. We hope that the Messenger will
feel the same way and print a much needed followup about understanding and living together with
the other people of faith here in Wise County.
Thank you for reading my email, and I hope we
will hear from you soon. I know this will be of interest to the people of our county. Let’s make this
a great county with people getting along no matter
what religion they may be!
Rev. Terry L. Baker
Decatur
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OTHER VIEWS
Treating sick rich folks
By JIM HIGHTOWER
In these trying times of health care
austerity, it reaffirms one’s faith in
humanity to learn that many hospitals are now going the extra mile to
provide top quality care for all.
For all super-rich people that is.
These folks are so rich they can buy
their way into “amenities units”
built into secluded sections of many
hospitals. It’s not medical care that
they’re peddling to an elite clientele,
but the personal pampering that the
super-rich expect in all aspects of
their lives.
“I was supposed to be in Buenos
Aires last week taking tango lessons,”
a Wall Street executive explained
matter-of-factly to a New York Times
reporter, “but unfortunately, I hurt
marble baths, imported bed sheets,
my back, so I’m here with my conspecial kitchens and other amenities
cierge.”
A hospital with a concierge? Yes.
for swells who have both insurance
There’s one called Eleven
and cash to burn.
It’s repugnant for the plutoWest, an exclusive wing of
New York’s Mount Sinai
cratic elite to pervert health
Medical Center. “We pride
care into a luxury commodity.
It splits asunder America’s
ourselves on getting anything
the patient wants,” beamed its
essential, uniting principle of
director of hospitality. “If they
the common good. To push for
have a craving for lobster tails
a national policy that treats
HIGHTOWER
health care as a fundamental
and we don’t have them on the
menu, we’ll go out and get them.”
human need — for all — contact
From New York to Los Angeles,
Physicians for a National Health
Program: www.pnhp.org.
hospitals that draw huge subsidies
from taxpayers (and often are so
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overcrowded that regular patients
Jim Hightower, an OtherWords colare lucky to get a gurney in the
umnist, is a radio commentator, writer
and public speaker. He’s also editor of
hallway) have set aside entire floors
the populist newsletter, The Hightower
for $2,400-a-day deluxe suites. They
Lowdown.
come with butlers, 5-star meals,
6A
AURORA
Family pets perish in house fire ...
Taylor. “We tried to knock
it down, but it became fully
involved pretty quick. We
tried to make an attack
from the front, but we had
to go on the defense.”
The volunteers were on
scene for three hours, but
the home was a total loss.
Chris Lyons has lived
there for 14 years.
“I’m in shock,” he said. “I
don’t know what I’m going
to do. Everything I had is
gone. We don’t have insurance.”
Lyons and his wife, Christy, escaped without injury.
They also managed to get
their pet birds out, but they
lost two dogs in the smoke
and fire, a cocker spaniel
named Tyler and a terrier
named Leslie.
Lyons, who works for Heil
Manufacturing in Rhome,
said the fire started in a
spare bedroom they use for
storage. He initially thought
the fire was just on the outside of the residence.
“My wife said she smelled
smoke, and I saw some
flames on the outside so I
grabbed the hose and tried
to put it out,” Lyons said. “I
came back inside and opened
the door to the storage room
and flames jumped out at
me. It overwhelmed me.”
They escaped with scarcely anything more than
the clothes on their backs.
Lyons, standing barefoot
in the cold night, stared
as firefighters doused hot
spots in the smoldering remains of his home. A neighbor walked up to hand him
some socks and a pair of
shoes. The shoes were too
small, but he was thankful
for dry socks.
Mrs. Lyons was still attempting to round up a couple of loose animals. They
also had two pygmy goats
and a miniature donkey
that were kept in a neat,
fenced-in backyard. They’d
scramble out and into the
neighborhood during the
chaos of the fire.
Lyons wasn’t sure where
they were going to stay.
The cause of the fire is
unknown, but Taylor confirmed that the fire did appear to start in the spare
bedroom, as that section of
the house was burning the
hottest. The Red Cross arrived on the scene near midnight to provide assistance
to the family.
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of competing against some
of the state’s most talented
to be named the third-best
team in the state.
“It was just a perfect day,”
Parker said. “This team selfcoached itself to a top-four
finish at state. It’s kind of
like a magical experience.
But the reason for the fairytale ending is that they
are all such good, wonderful
people.
“This could not have happened to a better group of
kids,” she continued. “And
to be frank, I’m not sure it
would’ve. It’s not just their
talent, their work ethic, but
also their goodness, their
camaraderie. It’s unparalleled.”
The group of which she
speaks includes Arin Blaylock, Holt Garner, Tamara
Green, Andie Keller, Graham McCain, Madeline
Peña, Hayley Raasch, Paulina Sanchez, Tyler Sirman,
Jasmine Walia and Laura
Nicholson, who was named
Outstanding Witness for the
whole state.
The first-year mock trial
competitor played the witness on both the plaintiff
and defendant side in a negligence case regarding the
order of collision between a
cow and a car.
She was both Mahal Amrit, a character used to the
fast-paced, city life and R.C.
Brahman, a rancher whose
role she completed with an
impeccable country accent.
“That was a risk I took putting her as witness on both
sides,” Parker said. “But she
was just amazing. She adlibbed and played the dusty,
old rancher just perfect. She
deserved that recognition,
no doubt.”
Stand-in coach and DHS
language arts teacher Carla
Reisman wrote in an email,
“Trust me when I tell you
(Nicholson) makes a wonderful ‘soccer mom’ and an even
more entertaining, strong
and assertive ‘rancher.’”
After
three
grueling
rounds of competition Friday where the team battled
not only competition but
also illnesses complete with
nausea, the group returned
for a fourth Saturday morning and a tearful reunion
with their coach.
“When I got there Saturday, we did hold our emotions in check,” Parker said.
“We knew we had to com-
KEY TEAM
COMPONENTS
— Witness Laura
Nicholson (left)
and lawyer Hayley
Raasch rehearse and
encourage one another
before a round of
competition at state
last weekend. The two
were integral parts of
this year’s third-place
team, Nicholson the
state’s Oustanding
Witness and Raasch
the “head lawyer and
team captain.”
Submitted photo
pete.”
And for most of the team
members, Parker’s return
felt natural.
“When I turned to look
and saw Mrs. Parker in the
stands, it was like she had
never left,” senior Paulina
Sanchez said. “It was natural that she was there. And
we knew she was there to
show her normal love and
support.”
With that encouragement,
the team completed the
round then returned for an
anxiety-filled awards ceremony and luncheon.
“When they announced
the top teams from 10th up
to 5th, they didn’t announce
our team so we were a little
disappointed,” team timekeeper Madeline Peña, junior, said. “Then when they
announced the top four
teams (which aren’t announced in order; order is
determined in a final round
of competition), our team
was the very last team announced.
“Talk about anxiety,” she
continued. “But when they
finally announced us, the
girls started crying; there
were some cheers. Emotions
were very high all around.”
The guys on the team beg
to differ.
“I didn’t act excited,” rookie Holt Garner said. “I knew
we had stuff to do. I grabbed
my things and headed to the
other courtroom for that last
round. I couldn’t let myself
get excited; there was still
business to take care of.”
After navigating strict security, that business was a
bout with Creekview High
School (of Carrollton) — and
an unanticipated nose-bleed
for Blaylock.
“I directed Jasmine and
could feel my nose running
a little bit,” Blaylock said.
“When I finished and sat
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down, I put my hands to my
face and saw the blood. I was
holding the blood, and I was
sitting next to Hayley and
kept nudging her to ask her
what I should do.
“But when you’re in the
courtroom, she’s all business,” he continued. “She
wouldn’t turn and look at
me until I elbowed her pretty hard. By this time the
preceding judge is frantically signaling for me to get out
of the courtroom. So I got up
and left as discreetly as I
could and got cleaned up.”
With the help of his dad,
Blaylock returned, all clean,
just in time to give his closing argument.
Thereafter,
the
team
learned they missed going
to the final round on a split
ballot (2-1 for Creekview)
between three judges. The
judges are real attorneys
and judges from the Dallas Bar Association seated
in the jury box and on the
bench of a real courtroom
in downtown Dallas, strictly
adhering to trial protocol.
Creekview’s loss to Prestonwood Christian Academy
in Plano in the final round
was also a split ballot between nine judges, 5-4 for
Prestonwood.
“We were beat by one point
on each ballot (in the semifinals),” first-year competitor
Graham McCain said. “And
the state winner beat the
other by another one point.
It was extremely close.”
Prestonwood was named
state champion, Creekview,
runner-up.
After DHS, Booker T.
Washington Arts High and
Judge Barefoot Sanders
Law Magnet School, both in
Dallas finished fourth and
fifth, respectively, followed
by Monsignor Kelly Catholic High School in Beaumont
at sixth and Americas High
School in El Paso (last year’s
state champion) at seventh.
Kerrville
Tivy
High
School, Bishop Lynch in
Dallas and Regents School
of Austin rounded out the
top 10 at eighth, ninth and
10th, respectively.
“One thing to notice —
there is only one team up
there that is neither a college prep school or 4A, 5A
team, and that would be
DHS,” Parker said. “Again,
a testament to the level
of competition and the
achievement of our kids.
“I don’t think they realize what they accomplished,
how hard they had to work
to get here,” she continued.
“These kids coached themselves. Mock trial is a very
complex, difficult competition, and an experienced
coach is almost a requirement to get very far ... Obviously an experienced coach
— well, heck, any coach —
wasn’t a requirement for
these amazing kids to go
very far — almost to the
very best in the great state
of Texas. Excuse me, in the
Mock Trial world, it would
be the great state of Texoma.”
That accomplishment was
a fairytale ending not only
for a team that defied all
odds and adversity to reach
the state level, but also for
a seasoned, successful coach
who invested more than a
decade of her 33-year teaching career in cultivating
the powerhouse program at
DHS.
“At the end of the day, we
finally let our emotions out
a bit,” Parker said. “It was
good for us all. It was beautiful, clear and crisp in Dallas. And it was the perfect,
though somewhat bittersweet and painful but mostly perfect, last day of my 33year teaching career.
“Knowing it was my last
active day of teaching, I
experienced such a level
of sadness,” she continued.
“Leaving was not on my own
terms, but I have to be grateful that I’m alive and that I
got to witness the redemption of the efforts of this
wonderful, wonderful group
of kids. They were given the
tools, but it was up to them
to build the ship. Well, they
built it, and that ship sailed
to victory. It was quite the
experience.”
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7A
AREA DEATHS AND FUNERALS
Merle Henry Styles
J.H. Carr
1920-2012
Graveside service for
J.H. Carr, 91, of Decatur is
11 a.m. Saturday, March 3,
at Oaklawn Cemetery with
Bill Hughes officiating.
Carr
died
Thursday,
March 1, 2012, in Decatur.
Born July 25, 1920, in
Decatur to Gilbert and Annie Frankie (Spain) Carr,
he was a retired farmer
and dairyman. He served
in the U.S. Army in World
War II and was a member
of the First Baptist Church
of Decatur.
Carr is survived by
daughters Jayanna Kelly
of San Antonio and Sonia
Lee and husband, Dennis,
of Decatur; grandchildren
Michelle Pettit, Jay Kelly, Stephanie Avance and
J.H. CARR
Christopher Lee; greatgrandchildren
Amanda
Pettit, Michaela Pettit,
Jameson Pettit and Jackson Kelly.
Wise County Messenger,
March 7, 2012
Quanna Ann Price
1929-2012
Funeral for Quanna Ann
Price, 82, of Bridgeport is
2 p.m. Friday, March 9, at
Hawkins Funeral Home in
Bridgeport with the Rev.
Gary Dimmitt officiating.
Burial will follow at Thomas Cemetery.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m.
Thursday at the funeral
home.
Price
died
Monday,
Waco to Shepard and Myrtle (Lancaster) Simmons,
she was a homemaker and
a Baptist. She married J.T.
“Babe” Price Dec. 15, 1950,
in Athens.
Price was preceded in
death by her husband; sonin-law Kent Davis; sister
Wanda Vogele; and brother
Jimmy Simmons.
She is survived by
daughters Nita Zapata and
husband, Richard, of Nacogdoches, Debbie Curda
of Denton and Jo Davis of
Bridgeport; grandchildren
Jeremiah, Lauren, Ashley,
MERLE HENRY STYLES
Junior Styles and wife, Amy,
of Boyd, Kristin Barnes
and husband, Jason, of Fort
Worth, Chanda Styles of
Decatur, Amanda Styles of
Lewisville and Derrick Brister of Boyd; great-grandchildren Taylor Etter, Addison Barnes, Cooper Barnes,
Tre’ Rutledge, Faith Styles,
Makenzie Styles and Aisley
Price; and other family members.
Pallbearers were Gary
Styles, Junior Styles, Bob
Noah, Bill Harvison, the Rev.
Jeff Strickland and Sherwin
Williams. Honorary pallbearer was Don Stoker.
Graveside service for
Mamie Alma Matney, 99,
of Decatur is 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, March 8, at
Jonestown Cemetery near
Alvord with the Rev. Mark
Ogle officiating.
Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday
at
CokerHawkins Funeral Home.
Matney died Monday,
Born Dec. 11, 1912, in Alvord to George Washington
and Maggie (Dodd) Watts,
she was a homemaker.
She married Homer Sarvis
Matney Nov. 15, 1931, in Altus, Okla. She was a member of Cornerstone Baptist
Church for 75 years.
Matney was preceded
in death by her husband;
three brothers and six sisters.
She is survived by sons
QUANNA ANN PRICE
Jacob and Jonathan; greatgrandchildren Gage, Elizabeth, Keenan and Wesley;
brothers Harold Simmons
and wife, Dayle, of Dallas and Billie John Simmons and wife, Nelda, of
East; and numerous nieces,
nephews and cousins.
Pallbearers include Steve
Simmons, David Carlton,
Danny Price, Seth Simmons, David Walker and
Ken Jones.
March 7, 2012
She is survived by daughters Barbara Monk and
husband, Ronnie, of Krugerville and Brenda Kubicek of
Denton; son George Bishop
and wife, Nancy, of Denton;
sisters Mary Kay Copp of
Denton and Betty Jane Self
of North Richland Hills;
brothers Willis Mitchell
and Bob Mitchell of Denton;
grandchildren Todd Bishop,
Shelby Kinsall, Tina Kubicek, Jim Monk, Jay Monk
and Jessica McCullough;
and
great-grandchildren
Ryan Bishop and Addison
McCullough.
Online condolences may
be made at mulkeymasondenton.com.
March 7, 2012
Dean Alan Roller
1961-2012
mother of Grapevine; sister Marcie Stanley and
husband, Don, of Keller;
nephew Scott Ferguson
and fianceé Kelly Buckmeyer of Keller; niece
Alaina Stanley of Keller;
and partner Julie Balvin
and her daughter, Chloe, of
Bridgeport.
March 7, 2012
Graveside service for Terri
Fortenberry, 50, of Decatur
is 2 p.m. Wednesday, March
7, at Bailey County Cemetery in Muleshoe with the
Rev. Terry N. Terry of Boyd
officiating.
Memorial service is 10
a.m. Saturday, March 10, at
the First Baptist Church in
Decatur.
Fortenberry died Sunday,
March 4, 2012, in Midland.
Born Aug. 24, 1961, in Lubbock to Billy Dee and Mary
Jo (Holt) Black, she married
Eddie Fortenberry in Plainview Aug. 28, 1982. She
lived in Decatur since 1998
after moving from Hereford.
Fortenberry was a member
of the First United Methodist Church in Decatur and
was an intermediate school
teacher for the Paradise Independent School District.
She was active in Relay for
Life and in school functions.
Fortenberry is survived
by her husband; daughters
Amber Fortenberry and
MAMIE ALMA MATNEY
Homer Matney Jr. and wife,
Martha, of Decatur and
Eddie Matney and wife,
Gweneth of Fort Worth; six
grandchildren; six greatgrandchildren; one greatgreat-grandson; and nieces
and nephews.
March 7, 2012
We honor most all funeral plans
offered by any funeral home.
March 7, 2012
1401 Halsell • Bridgeport
940-683-1704
1961-2012
1923-2012
Memorial service for
Dean Alan Roller, 50, of
Bridgeport is 10 a.m. Saturday, March 10, at Lucas
Funeral Home, 137 E. Hill
St., in Keller.
Roller died Monday, Feb.
27, 2012, in Keller.
He was born June 17,
1961, in Grapevine to Mary
Roller and Alan Roller.
Roller is survived by his
Funeral for Merle Henry Styles, 79, of Boyd was
March 5 at the Outreach of
Love Church in Springtown
with the Rev. Gary Veazey
officiating. Burial followed
at New Hope Cemetery.
Styles died Friday, March
2, 2012, in Boyd.
Born May 18, 1932, in
Fort Worth to Earl Henry
and Opal (Darnell) Styles,
he was a retired mechanical
engineer. He graduated from
Tech High School in Fort
Worth in 1950 and earned
his associate’s degree in mechanical engineering from
Texas Christian University.
He married Doris Marie
Walls April 23, 1955, at Kopperl Baptist Church.
Styles retired from Bell
Helicopter in 1993. In 2005,
he went into the bail-bond
business in Azle. He attended the Outreach of Love
Church for the past 10 years.
Styles was preceded in
death by twin brother Earl
L. Styles and sister Virginia
Kern.
He is survived by his wife;
sons Gary Merle Styles and
wife, Debbie, of Boyd and
Gregory Warren Styles of
Springtown; grandchildren
1912-2012
Terri Fortenberry
Nina Bishop
Funeral for Nina Bishop, 88, of Alvord is 2 p.m.
Wednesday, March 7 at the
First Baptist Church of
Alvord with the Rev. Bill
Cleveland officiating. Burial
will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park in Denton.
Visitation will be at the
church before the services.
Bishop
died
Monday,
March 5, 2012, in Denton.
Shelbyville, Mo., to Willis Henry and Mabel Recca
(Boyles) Mitchell, she married Alec Bishop in 1942 in
Marietta, Okla. She was a
cosmetologist and a member
of the First Baptist Church
of Alvord.
Bishop was preceded in
death by her husband.
Mamie Alma Matney
1932-2012
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Memorials may be made
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Donald Dale Church Jr.
1950-2012
Funeral for Donald Dale
Church Jr., 61, of Grand
Prairie, formerly of Bridgeport, is 11 a.m. Thursday,
March 8, at Jones Family
Funeral Home in Bridgeport with Charles Thornton
officiating. Burial will follow
at Thomas Cemetery.
Visitation is 10 to 11 a.m.
before the service.
Church
died
Sunday,
March 4, 2012, in Grand
Prairie.
Born Sept. 20, 1950,
in Bridgeport to Geneva
(Martin) and Donald Dale
Church Sr., he attended Fellowship of the Parks Church
in Grapevine. Church’s hobbies included motorcycle riding, Nascar, dirt track racing
and shooting guns. He was
a member of the Teamsters
Union and owned and raced
his own stock car.
Church is survived by his
wife, Lisa; son Donnie Dale
Church III and wife, Natalie; daughters Donita Tiffee
and husband, Chad, Samantha Cates and husband,
Justin, and Chasity Escobar
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Condos/town homes
200 ACRES PASTURE LAND
8 miles east of Alvord. Some trees,
fenced, water, coastal. $3,300/acre.
Can divide.
(940)427-2303,
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940-845-2120
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49 acres, 7 miles south of Amon
Carter Lake, in Wise County. Lots of
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electricity. 2 nice travel trailers, deer
feeders & blinds. Ready to hunt.
$200,000. Call (940)841-3111;
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71 acres, 7 miles north of Bowie on
FM 1806 & Oak Hill Cemetery
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scattered oak & elm trees, good elevation change. Electricity and good
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and 2 entrances. $3,500/acre, will
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For sale or lease by owner. 3,800
+/- square foot building, Highway
114 frontage, approximately 1/2
acre.
Great
location
for
restaurant/office/retail. Paradise.
(940)683-4933.
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Halsell, Bridgeport. Reduced from
$86,500 to $79,000! Call
(940)389-1615.
3/2, 2-LIVING
man cave, 2,560 square foot manufactured home, metal roof, 4+ acres,
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3/3/4 on 2.9 acres. 2,650 living with
4-car garage and extra room. Custom built in 2006. Approximately 2.5
miles south of Decatur on FM 51.
$285,000. (940)577-2426.
I need private financing. $135,000,
5% interest for 20 years. Carole,
(940)210-5271.
IN COUNTRY, BOWIE!
29 acres, 5/3 brick, gameroom,
50’x30’ workshop, coastal, paved
road. $315,000. Evans & Associates
Realty, owner/broker,
(940)841-1072.
Mini farm, Chico area, 5 acres with
3-bedroom, 3-bath and 3 large
barns. House needs remodeled.
Water well, septic tanks. $98,500,
no owner financing. (940)393-3817.
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4-bedroom, 2,300 square foot
modular home on heavily wooded 1
acre. Huge kitchen, tape and texture
walls.
Easy
financing!
(940)367-7542.
4/2, 1 acre in a culdesac. Partially
fenced w/huge decks and big storage building. Weatherford ISD.
(940)367-7542.
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Heavily treed! No restrictions! Offers
considered. Owner finance considered. (817)733-3444.
Owner finance property! 3-bedroom,
1 acre. Easy access to Lake Granbury. Payments as low as $700.
(940)367-7542.
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3/2 duplex. $850/month, $750/deposit, water included. Additional deposit required for pets. Credit check
required. 770 N. Main, Lake Bridgeport. (940)393-2873.
Bridgeport duplex, 3-bedroom.
$775/month, $600/deposit. Call
Donna, (940)389-1615.
Bridgeport, for lease, 2/2 duplex, no
smoking, no pets. Includes refridgerator,
stove,
dishwasher,
washer/dryer
connections.
$695/month,
$700/deposit.
(940)389-7671 for appointment.
Condo for rent, 1-bedroom, 1-bath.
$600/month, $500/deposit, water
paid. Call Donna, (940)389-1615.
Decatur, 3-bedroom, 2-bath duplex.
$850/month,
$800/deposit.
(940)672-0074, (940)389-1963.
Cabins & efficiency apartments for
rent, including some as low as
$500/month w/all bills paid. Boyd
area.
Excellent
location.
(940)433-3133.
Eighter Decatur Apartments. Furnished, cable, all bills paid.
(940)799-7572.
Business property
AzIe ISD, Pelican Bay, 2/2 single
wide, $600/month. (817)281-4311
or (817)422-3023.
Chico. Small 1-bedroom cabin
$375/month, $375/deposit, water included. No pets. (940)210-9158 or
(214)926-2613.
2 large commercial buildings. 8,000
& 11,000 square feet. Boyd area.
(940)433-3133.
COMMERCIAL LAND FOR LEASE
18 acres between Bowie and Sunset at Fruitland exit, on Highway US
287. Will lease all or part. 2 way
service road access, good location.
(940)841-3111.
DECATUR
North FM 51, 5,000 square feet with
office on 2 acres. Cannon Realty,
(940)368-1811.
Now leasing, Decatur. 900-1,900
square foot office/retail. Proven location, great traffic count. Harry
Towler, independent brokerage.
(817)271-9699.
Spaces & lots
$190/MONTH & UP
Springtown RV Park, 3080 W. Highway
199,
Springtown.
(817)220-4678.
Covered/uncovered spaces. Laundry. Free Internet. Daily/weekly/monthly rates.
Storage Buildings
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Bridgeport, for lease, 2/1. Country
living, Highway 920. $750/month,
$500/deposit. (940)627-4397, Gussie.
CAROUSEL PROPERTIES
Runaway Bay, 3/2, appliances,
washer/dryer connections, CH/A,
$850-950/month, $1,000/deposit.
Cuba Road, 2/1, appliances,
$600/month,
$750/deposit.
(940)539-0738.
In Boyd, 1-bedroom rock house, appliances, very clean. No pets.
$450/month. (817)444-3636.
Nice 3-bedroom, 2-bath, brick home
for rent in Rhome. Call Becki,
(817)307-3709.
Recently updated 2/1 country home.
$950/month plus deposit and references. No smoking, no inside pets.
(817)999-6619.
MINI HORSE FARM
1135 CR 3381, PARADISE
2,148 sq. ft., 3/2/2CP with Granite countertops in bath & kitchen.
Large kitchen has island, lots of cabinets, eating bar with stools,
plus eating area. Spacious living/family room with WBFP. Electric
heat/air, well, septic. Builder custom home with many upgrades!
Crown molding, stained & edged concrete floors. Austin stone
with western flare, cowboy décor inside & out. 2,000 sq. ft. barn
with lots of storage plus individual horse stalls, electric & water.
22 acres of level pasture with soft dirt, fenced/cross fenced, trees,
tank. Priced under market value at $339,900.
817-800-1180
Preferred Properties
MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE
303 Flozell Adams– Beautiful custom 3/2/3 on large landscaped lot with lots of upgrades. Call for more information.
756 CR 1111 – 2 story Prairie 3/2.5 unbelievable home on 19.87 acres with trees, pond, separate quarters.
Reduced to $374,000
188 CR 2195 – Country 3/2 brick home on 2.798 acres, 24x30 man cave with insulation and electricity. $225,000
CR 3390 – 160+/- acres with scattered trees, open coastal field, fenced, large stock tank. 2010 Oakcreek 3/2
doublewide. $783,000
102 W. Cates St. - Old nursing home on Westside of Bridgeport. Lots of opportunities in this building.
Priced at $425,000
PR 3628 – 44+/- acres of raw land with a creek running through the property. Plenty of spaces to build your dream
home with wildlife on property. $127,250
10th Street – Looking to build in the city limits of Bridgeport? 12 residential lots with scattered trees and minutes to
everything. Priced at $110,000
165 Aston Drive – Lake cabin that has been recently updated by the dam on Lake Bridgeport. 2/2.5 enclosed back
porch. Crappie/boat house grandfathered in. $309,000 Call Mike Jones for more information
144 Nottingham Circle – Nice 3/2 home in Bridgeport. $115,000
1105 Hovey – Looking to put your business with Hwy frontage then this building is for you. $125,000
Segundo Drive – Corner lot in Runaway Bay with scattered trees. $7,000
AURORA, 2/2
Lease to own. $485/month plus water & electric. No pets.
(817)903-1666.
Available April 1. Like new, 3/2/1
brick. Extra, double carport & 12x16
storage. On 2 acres, Bridgeport.
$1,100/month, $600/deposit.
Water/trash/yard maintenance included. No smoking, no pets.
(940)210-8450.
1814 S. FM 51 • Decatur
1205 Halsell St, Bridgeport • 940-683-4008
Fred Meyers, Broker
Mike Jones, Realtor 940-393-5229
Jared McComis, Realtor • 940-399-7530
2-bedroom trailer with large covered
deck, electric & water paid. Bridgeport. $550/month. (940)683-2442,
(940)393-9500 or (940)683-4166.
3/2/1, 2000 square foot house for
rent in Boyd. $800/month. Call
(940)389-3617.
Each office is independently owned and operated.
Mobile Homes
Homes
Apartments
940-627-1990
®
RENTALS
Decatur: 2/1, $950/month.
Alvord: 3/2/2, horse permitted.
1-bedroom studio, $475/month.
Property Management,
(940)368-1811.
ER
• Sunset - 8.83 acres, 25x75 horse barn,
tank, water. $59,500
• Alvord Schools - 10.3 acres, wooded
with deep well. $75,000 or offer.
• N. Sunset - 150 acres, Denton Creek,
good farm & hunting place. $3,500 per acre
• N. Sunset - 20 acres Hwy 101. $80,000
• N. Alvord - Prime Hwy. 287 & CR
Frontage 16+ acres. $12,000 per acre
• N. Alvord - 13 acres, two CR frontage,
$6,500 per acre.
• Sunset - 167 acres, good cattle & horse
place, 40x40 building, stock tank, well &
septic. Reduced to $2,695 per acre
• Alvord ISD - 4.71 acres, no mobiles.
$9,000/acre
• Decatur - 5+ acres, good Hwy 380
frontage. $145,000
• Alvord - 5+ acres, Alvord school, heavily
wooded. $35,000
• N. of Bowie 160 acres, rough and
rugged $2,595/acres
• S. of Boyd - 32+ acres FM 730 on
Trinity River. $5,800 per acre
• E. of Sunset - 2-10 acre tracts, sell one
or both. $4,500 per acre.
• Sunset - 5 acre and double wide on
Hwy. 287 Reduced $60,000
• Chico - 10 acres $55,000 Owner Terms
• Perrin - 80 acres Good Farm $2,500 per
acre possible terms
• West of Sunset - 24.3 acres, 40x60
Horse Barn. $100,000
FOR SALE
155 Greathouse, Decatur, 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhouse. Price reduced, $116,000. (817)739-8625;
ESP, Eileen Standridge Properties.
Owner/agent.
See patients once a week in Bridgeport’s medical building by hospital.
Mondays or Fridays. Lease all inclusive,
furnished
suite.
(940)683-2393.
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BRAND NEW CUSTOM HOMES!
Have a home? Trade In Program
Available!100% financing available!
No reason not to build your dream
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EQUAL HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY
Move the kids to the country! 4/2 home on 5.91 acre fenced lot. Nice
trees, plenty of pasture, large shop or game room. $129,900 Call Marilyn
Cute older 3/1/1 home on large lot, fenced yard, covered patio, detached
garage/workshop and a 30 x 40 barn. $90,500 Call Marilyn
Large home on wooded lot! 3/3.5/2 brick, 2 livings areas, fireplace, pool.
$139,900 Call Marilyn
Golf course lot at Runaway! $6,900 Call Marilyn
Large home with shop! Well maintained brick home with large rooms on
.78 acre tract, office building, shop building & more.
$135,000 Call Marilyn
13 acres with 3/2 Palm Harbor 2001 doublewide. 2 water wells on
property. Good farming land. $153,000 Call Pam
Nice level lot in a great neighborhood, ready to build on!
$45,000 Call Rhonda
Have Buyers - Need Sellers!
www.remax-preferredproperties-decatur-tx-us.com
Beverly Whetsell
940-399-9545
PENDING
PENDING
Decatur - 3/2/2
Rodden Estates.
Immaculate home
with split bedrooms,
privacy fence.
Ready to move in.
$164,950
Decatur - 284
acres, water well,
ponds, great views,
730 north. Owner
financing available.
$2,650 per acre
PENDING
Catlett Creek Decatur ISD- 20+ to
30+, lots paved road,
pasture for horses,
oak trees and privacy
for your home. Owner
fiancing available.
Restricted.
Decatur ISD 5,000+ sq. ft. home
nestled among
large oak trees on
8 acres in Indian
Trails. 5 acres
fenced for horses
with barn. 4/5/3.
LOCATED AT
1705 S. FM 51, SUITE 104 •DECATUR, TEXAS
Bridgeport
Decatur
Rhome
1606 W. Bus. 380 817-638-5100 192 W. Hwy. 380
940-683-3080
940-627-3080
Sue Ann Denton, Inc.
• Jana Bearden • Martha Cleveland • Jay Conquest
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Bridgeport- Just listed! This custom home was just
recently completed and features an open kitchen, dining,
and living concept. All TV’s mount on the wall, split
bedrooms, spacious master and bath, 10’ ceilings, 8’
doors, stainless appliances, 8’ island, plenty of windows
to enjoy outdoors, wide front porch, large back porch
with its own fireplace and TV.
Runaway Bay- Just listed! This custom brick
home is nestled back in the trees and features a
separate 672 sq. ft. guest house. All bedrooms are
large, great closets, large kitchen and dining rooms
which open into the living room. All of this on 2
acres, set out with 3-rail white fence.
Paradise- Just reduced! Motivated Seller! This double wide features plenty of space inside and
outside. A second living room is currently being used as a 5th bedroom. With 2.1 acres of land, just
enough room for the kids to play and animals to roam. Property also features a 12x20 storage building
completely finished out with window unit.
Runaway Bay- Just reduced! FANTASTIC VALUE! NEW PAINT AND CARPET. Custom Designed
3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage with a SPARKLING Saltwater Pool on the 10th Fairway of the Club
at Runaway Bay. This home has a great floor plan, large kitchen, wood burning fireplace, and other
amenities. It is designed for outdoor entertaining.
Chico- Just reduced! Rare find at this price! 100 acres with hunting, grazing and agriculture
possibilities. Many good locations for that dream house. Property has a small hunting cabin, old water
well with windmill, good fence and small barn. Corrals and loading chute and good pasture land.
Bridgeport- Just reduced! LOCATION!LOCATION!LOCATION! This is a landmark business
location in the heart of downtown Bridgeport, TX. With over 30 parking places this property will
accommodate a variety of venues, i.e. Offices, manufacturing concerns, or retail establishments. The
building with approximately 8,100 sq. ft. is flexible in design featuring two main entrances which make
it suitable for multiple concerns.
Decatur- Just reduced! Motivated Seller! Possible owner financing to approved buyers!
Beautiful panoramic view looking W from Rose Ave-N boundary of property. 626+/- sq. ft. frontage
on Rose Ave with great visibility on plateau at high point, then property slopes downward to Main St.
Excellent opportunity for mixed use development with outstanding visibility on plateau.
Beautiful Lake Bridgeport, Runaway Bay, North Star Pointe, Moonlight Bay, Sunset Bay,
Silver Lakes, Bridgeport Airport Estates, Lake House Estates- A large variety of lake lots and
waterfront lots available. Call our office first
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(per MLS statistical data)
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EMPLOYMENT
Employment information
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Advertising under this classification is normally not a bona fide
opportunity. Typically, companies advertising here offer information about potential employment. Some are selling this information. We suggest that our
readers thoroughly investigate
these advertisers before investing any money.
Adult/Elderly Care
MATURE COUPLE
OR WOMAN NEEDED
TK Ranch needs a woman or married couple to care for their mentally
challenged adults in our smoke free
men’s dorm. No prior training/experience required. Salaried, live in position w/benefits. Average 23 days
monthly. Christian facility in rural
Montague County. (940)872-5581;
or jbtkranch@wisewb.com.
PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Need reliable person to help disabled man, including light housekeeping/cooking. Short hours, good
pay. Call (940)433-8851 before
noon.
Childcare
Miscellaneous
Bay Landing is accepting applications for seasonal fun filled jobs.
March-October 2012. Positions
available: rangers, housekeepers,
recreational. You can pick up an application at Ranger Station, 2305
West Highway 380, Bridgeport,
Texas 76426. Back ground checks
done. Must be able to work
week-ends. Or call (940)683-3019.
Construction workers/laborers
needed. Carpentry & concrete finishing skills important. Near Bridgeport. (940)575-4160.
Enjoy making others smile? Want to
help create wonderful long-lasting
memories? MD Resort Guest Ranch
is a positive, exciting, team-oriented
work environment! Qualifications:
positive attitude, computer skills,
typing, weekends required, great
people skills and fun personality!
Apply in person. (817)489-5150. For
directions, visit
www.mdresort.com/map.htm.
Front counter help. Must have High
School diploma or GED, have customer experience & neat appearance. Paid vacation, holidays. No
phone calls. Pick up application in
person, Comet Cleaners, 1400 S.
FM 51, Decatur.
Full-time position for auto
detailer/porter with ability to obtain
state inspection license. Current
state inspection license a plus.
9a.m.-7p.m., Mon.-Sat. Send resume to:
applications2job@yahoo.com.
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We’re seeking teachers who are
passionate about kiddos!
• Full-time 2’s teacher at Aurora
• Part-time Schooler help at
Decatur
Experience required for both
positions
• Incentives for your commitment
to the mission
• Fun, pleasant working
environments
Call Traci
214-763-0926
Food service
Hiring part-time and management
positions. Nights & weekends. Paradise Subway, 3338 W. Highway
114, Suite 1. Apply in person.
Wendy’s in Decatur is hiring shift
managers. Must have fast food experience. Apply in person, 1180 S.
FM 51, Decatur.
Medical/Dental
Part-time farm help needed. Must
have valid driver’s license & knowledge of tractors. (940)433-3966.
Landscape crew leaders. Miminum
21-years-old. Drive crew to job &
perform landscape installation.
$10-$14/hour. Must pass background check, drug screening, with
good driving record. Apply in person, 115 East 1st Street, Justin.
Office
TELEMARKETER WANTED
Permanent position. Weekly pay.
Must have excellent phone voice,
active listening and comprehensive
skills. We will train qualified applicant. Alvord area. Call ONLY between 10:30a.m. and 3:30p.m. or
fax resume to (940)427-7465.
Retail/Sales
$2,800/MONTH
Denton County manufacturing outlet
accepting applications for customer
relations representatives. Company
offers paid vacation, benefits &
sign-on bonus. Call The Human Resources Department on Sun.,
11a.m.-4p.m.; Mon., Tues., Wed.,
9a.m. to 5p.m. at (469)252-3200.
Salesperson needed for Buy Here
Pay Here car lot in Bridgeport. Experience preferred. Must be neat,
professional & highly motivated. Call
Mitch @ (940)683-1999.
Now hiring for the
following positions:
• Certified Activities Director
• Full-Time Dietary Aide
• Full-Time RN
• Part-Time Laundry Aide
Apply In Person At
701 West Bennett Rd., DECATUR or call
940-626-2800
EEO M/F/D/V
HELP WANTED: Local Medical
Clinic is looking to hire a receptionist for evenings and weekends. Previous medical receptionist experience preferred. Bilingual a plus.
Please send resume with wage requirements to:
staylor@wisedocs.com.
•
•
•
•
Urgent Care Center in Decatur
seeking CMA or LVN. Also hiring
NCT or RT. Please fax resume to
(940)626-2113.
Trades
SERVICES
Experienced CNC lathe machinist
needed. Must have a minimum of
5-years experience. Programming
and live-tooling experience a plus.
Must also have your own tools and
be able to perform set-ups. Apply at
Decatur Machine Services, Inc.,
3720 US Highway 380 West, Decatur, TX; or email resume to
miles@decaturms.com.
EXPERIENCED
SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Apply in person, McMaster New
Holland, 3365 S. Highway 287, Decatur. Ask for Glenn.
Hiring CDL drivers. Tanker endorsement and end dump. (940)389-2579
or (940)427-4953.
7 - 10 days out
(no local or regional)
Family owned and operated
since 1913
S&S PAINTING
Interior & exterior. Paint & stain
cabinets. Free estimates. Call
Brenda Dugan, (940)389-0845.
Our drivers get paid
• For 34 hr HOS resets
• $20 for every live load and unload
• An extra $50 for every Canada trip
Applicants must have the
following:
Minimum 6 months Class A Tractor
Trailer Experience
Tanker/HAZMAT endorsements
Salary and benefits include:
Hiring experienced mechanics with
their own tools. Must have experience. Must be able to diagnose vehicles. Must be able to work independently. Call (817)481-1758.
Looking for licensed journeyman
and apprentice electricians. Must be
clean cut, have valid drivers’ license, pass drug test & have commercial/industrial experience.
(817)233-3167.
MECHANIC
Hendershot Equipment is now hiring
a qualified small engine mechanic.
You must have your own tools and
a good DL. Apply in person at 1841
N. US Highway 287, Decatur.
Now hiring Class A CDL drivers with
2-years experience. Oilfield/environmental/construction transportation. Paid weekly, insurance, Aflac,
paid vacations and much more. Call
Daniel, (800)448-6323.
NOW HIRING truck driver, full-time,
Class A or B CDL required, experienced driver only. Hauling in Wise
and surrounding counties. Apply @
Cox Ready Mix, 872 S. Highway
101, Chico.
Water truck drivers, non-CDL. Must
pass background check, drug
screening and good driving record.
Pay, $10-$12/hour. Apply in person,
115 East 1st Street, Justin.
SCHOOL
BUS
DRIVERS
NEEDED, Training available.
Enjoy important and meaningful
work that is close to home with favorable hours (weekend work not
required ) and competitive pay and
benefits. Prospective team members must be able to pass a D.O.T.
physical, be drug free, and possess
a clean driving record. Contact the
Decatur ISD Transportation Department at (940)393-7120.
Webmaster, digital photography.
youtube, html. www.texascraft.com
is looking for an intern. Starting pay,
$11.25/hour. Supplemental health
care, paid sick days, vacation. Send
resume to:
webmaster@texascraft.com.
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Benefits
($16 - $68/week)
Paid Practical Miles .43 loaded/.34 unloaded
Call Brian - 800-507-8848
SERVICES
• Childcare
• Business
• Housecleaning
• Let Me Fix It
• Miscellaneous
• Tutoring
SERVIC
Adult/Elderly care
TOENAILS TRIMMED BY TERRY
Let me help those bad feet feel
good again. Experienced RN will
come to you. (817)564-1356.
Business
Rick’s
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Roll/Off Container
Service for
Trash & Debris Removal
Haz-Mat Containment &
Removal
940-683-3770
Bridgeport, TX 76426
BLACKBURN’S ORGANIZING
Organize your home, garage or office to find things in seconds! Specializing in overstuffed closets.
Laura,
(940)575-1935,
(817)455-9464.
SIGN-ON BONUS for
ASE or Chrysler training
Apply to James McClelland at
500 NORTH Hwy. 287 in Decatur
or send resume to
pamleija@klement cjd.com
Let me fix it
BASIC PAINTING
Power wash & paint exteriors. 29
years experience. (817)343-4184.
HANDYMAN
30-years experience. Any job, large
or small, superior craftsmanship, fair
prices, free estimates. Call Dave,
(940)210-4154.
PRO CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
(940)577-4135. Remodeling, interior & exterior painting, drywall,
cabinets, trim, tile,
handyman jobs. Quality work done right.
PROFESSIONAL PAINTING
and renovation. Prices
starting at $1/square
foot. 20-years experience. Clean work. BC
Painting, Bret Carr,
(940)297-7549.
Tutoring
Certified teacher will tutor English,
reading & more. Email for information: wisetutor@yahoo.com.
FARM AND RANCH
Farm and Ranch
• Farm Equipment • Fencing
• Lawn & Garden • Livestock
• Livestock Care/Training
• Miscellaneous • Mowing
• Pasture & Feed • Poultry
FARM A
RANC
Farm Equipment
NATIONAL FINALS RODEO
Hesston belt buckle collection, included all years 1979-2010. $750.
Also, other assorted belt buckles.
Call (940)872-9556.
Fencing
CATE CONCRETE
27-years experience, residential,
commercial. Patios, driveways,
slabs, retaining walls, tear out & replace. Dirt work. Free estimates.
(817)395-2321.
AFFORDABLE FENCING
All types, including chain
link, wood privacy, vinyl,
farm fencing. Installation
or repair. (940)626-9290.
www.affordablefencing.net
JOE TUCKER DRYWALL
Sheetrock ✣ Tape ✣ Bed ✣ Texture. New construction, remodeling,
add-ons. Call (940)389-0029.
AL SALINAS FENCING
All types fencing. Braces, gates,
cattle guards, livestock shelters,
carports, pre-made braces.
(940)577-0878.
BOBBY’S FENCE
All types fencing. Free estimates.
Over 25-years experience.
(817)444-3213.
Lawn and garden
Drivers: $0 down paid CDL training.
Guaranteed job placement. 4-week
training. Fort Worth based, full
benefits! $40K-$50K first year.
(817)529-5800.
ALL PRO LAWN CARE
Lawn service, landscaping, tree trimming. Free estimates.
Call now for spring
clean up. Dylan,
(817)891-1600.
Drivers: home weekends! 70% TX &
OK runs. Paid deadhead miles.
Family medical. New equipment.
Flatbed. CDL-A required. Tammy:
(800)231-5319 x221.
FARM AND
RANCH
TREES TRIMMED & REMOVED
39 years in business, insured. All
major credit cards accepted.
(817)444-0861, Teater.
YARD MOWING
Lawn work, weed eating. One time,
weekly, or monthly. Call Blake,
(940)577-0158.
Livestock
BOER & MIXED BREED GOATS
for sale. Some can be licensed
100% pure bred. $35-$150. Boyd
area. (817)320-0841.
BUY, SELL & TRADE
All classes of horses, ponies,
sheep, goats, cattle & trailers.
(940)224-1470, (940)644-5956.
CREMELLO PALOMINO
6-year-old rideable mare, too much
for us. $750, will consider trade for
livestock. (817)917-0280.
LLAMAS
weanlings (6-months-old), adults,
bred females, guardians & pet quality. We provide training & support
for new owners. (940)433-5897.
Livestock care/training
HORSESHOEING
Hot, cold & corrective. 26-years experience. Prompt & reliable service.
(817)690-0924.
Mowing
ACREAGE MOWING
Tractor services. Plowing, seeding,
aerating, tilling, fertilizing available.
Tommy, (940)482-6578.
ALL AROUND WISE LAWN
Care. High quality, low
prices, free estimates.
Call
today,
(940)393-1686.
MOWING
large acreage or lawns. Pole or
chain saw work. (940)210-0723.
MOWING-DECATUR AREA
Yards, lots, acreage. Weekly,
monthly or one time. Call for estimates.
Leave
message,
(940)393-6464.
Pasture and feed
20 rolls coastal, cow hay. $60/each.
Cash
only,
no
checks.
(940)393-6962.
5X4 COASTAL BALES
Net-wrapped, fertilized, weed killed,
cow/horse hay. $95/bale. Call
(940)841-4868.
CUSTOM ROUND/SQUARE
baling , mowing, plowing, grain drill, trees
trimmed, gardens
tilled. Hay hauling and
hay for sale. Call
(940)393-9616, (940)683-3148.
HAY FOR SALE
Cow hay for sale, round or square,
mixed grass. Call (940)433-2678 or
cell, (940)337-1728.
HAY FOR SALE
Horse quality, mostly alfalfa, some
grass mix. 800 lb. bales, stored inside. (940)577-5144.
HAY FOR SALE
Mixed coastal & Johnson grass.
Round bales. Delivery available.
(940)393-2456.
LARGE FERTILIZED
coastal bales. (940)393-9089.
Looking for quality lease pasture to
run our cows on, preferably within
30 minutes of Bridgeport. Call Jason
at (817)247-8011.
PASTURE AERATION
Speeds root regeneration, reduces
rainfall runoff, controls erosion and
increases yield. Round and square
hay baling.
(940)644-6669,
(940)399-8484
PETS
CLEARVIEW TREE SERVICE
Tree removal & stump grinding. Insured,
local seniors discount.
(940)626-4345.
• Pets
PETS
LAWN MOWERS
for sale, starting at $300. Also buy,
trade, repair & do service calls.
(940)255-2761, (940)748-2408.
DIESEL
MECHANIC
LAWN MOWING
Weekly, monthly or one time. Decatur area. Call for estimates. Leave
message, (940)393-6464.
Schedule your lawn service now.
Lots & lawns, cut & trimmed. Free
estimates.
Call
Tommy,
(817)458-2546.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sales Personnel
Karl Klement Ford has an immediate opening for a
salesperson. Experience preferred but not mandatory.
Potential earnings over $50k per year
• 5-day work week • Paid vacation
Excellent opportunity for the right applicant.
Contact Derek Sugg or Faron Young at:
940-627-1101 or 1-800-772-8928
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AFFORDABLE HOME CLEANING
18-years professional experience,
Wise County. Special 1-time, on-going services available. Thorough,
current local references. Supplies
provided. (940)389-4236.
BRUCE’S HOUSE LEVELING
Foundation repair, sheetrock, tape
& bedding repair. All work guaranteed! Free estimates. 30 years experience. (817)690-2429.
Contract home study specialist
needed. Bachelor's in human services required. CPS or child placing
experience preferred. Wise and
surrounding counties. Email resume:
mauneyandassociates@centex.net.
Looking for just
the right job?
Housecleaning
3D FARM & RANCH SERVICES
All types fencing, metal buildings,
carports, custom gates, entrances,
cattle guards, mobile & shop welding, general clean-up, skid steer
work. YOU NAME IT, WE DO IT!!
(940)210-1242.
DRIVEABILITY OR
Excellent Pay
Five-day Work Week
Uniforms
Paid Vacation, Holidays
REMODELING
Specializing in kitchens & baths.
From concrete to shingles, we do it
all! Proctor Custom Homes,
(817)881-9023.
US Hwy. 287 South, Decatur
An Equal Opportunity Employer
SS LAWN CARE
Full lawn care service. Mowing,
landscaping, tree trimming, fertilization, flower beds and more. References available. 10-years experience. Commercial/residential. Call
Shane
for
free
estimate.
(940)210-9444.
9A
Pets
!!ATTENTION!!
We suggest that our readers thoroughly investigate any advertiser
before investing any money.
ANATOLIAN SHEPHERDS
AKC registered. Working dogs and
puppies for sale. (940)644-2545,
DACHSHUND PUPPIES
Registered, 7-weeks-old, males &
females. Brindle, dapple & 1
long-hair available. Parents on site.
(940)367-6861.
Fence Pipe and Supplies
2 3/8 - 2 7/8 - 31/2 - 41/2 - 51/2
Square & Rectangle Tubing
C-Purlin
Domed Caps and Springs
All Types of Steel
Authorized Dealer
Flusche Enterprises, Inc.
940-759-2203
Muenster, TX
10A
MERCHANDISE
FOR SALE
Furniture
Legal notices
Cars
Tan, hide-away-bed couch, $150,
very good condition. Futon couch,
$25. (940)577-0495.
2009 KIA SPECTRUM
automatic, 4-door, runs good, 130k
miles, clean, driven by non-smoker.
$6,500. (817)925-3538.
USED OFFICE FURNITURE, 1117
Halsell Street, Downtown Bridgeport. Delivery & installation available. Call (940)683-4911 for more
information.
WE BUY JUNK CARS
and trucks. Lost titles
(940)433-2255.
Garage sales
!!ATTENTION!!
Garage sale ads must be called in
BEFORE 10a.m. Tuesday to run in
the Wednesday edition. If you want
your garage sale ad in All Around
Wise also, it MUST be called in before 10a.m. Friday THE WEEK BEFORE the sale. We do not run garage sales the weekend before the
sale.
OK.
2008 CHEVY COBALT LT
43k miles, 30 MPG, 1-year extended warranty, air, XM radio,
cruise, all power, CD. $8,500.
(940)626-4680.
I’LL BUY THOSE YARD CARS
as well as your good used cars.
Arvin, (817)925-8768.
DEPENDABLE CARS & TRUCKS
$3,500 or less. Spend
your tax refund at Cowgirl Auto Sales, 804
Business Highway 287,
Decatur,
TX;
(940)626-0070. Let’s do business!
www.cowgirlautosales.com.
Decatur, 1503 N. Highway 287, Bohemia Express, starting Sat., Feb.
18-Sat., March 10, 8a.m.-5p.m. Too
much to list.
Bridgeport, 2105 Fair Oaks Drive,
Sat., March 10. Moving sale. Elementary teacher materials, ladies
size 18 clothes, furniture, rooster
items, much more. Cheap prices.
Crafty Jane’s Gift Shop in downtown
Greenwood. Coca-Cola items, antique dishes, hand-made wooden
crosses, hand-made soaps and lotions, vintage tools, books, collectibles, games, candles and lots more!
Decatur 155 Greathouse Village, off
North Trinity, Sat., March 10,
8a.m.-noon. maternity/baby items,
appliances, tools, clothing, Peavey
mixer, Yamaha amplifier.
Recreational vehicles
2002 KEYSTONE MONTANA
5th wheel, 2 slide outs, $13,500.
(940)210-2951.
Pickups/Vans/SUVs
2005 FORD F150-STX
extended
cab,
driven
by
non-smoker, 85,700 miles, clean,
car facts, camper shell, very nice inside/outside.
$11,000/OBO.
(940)626-9558.
2003 HONDA CRV
4-wheel drive, 5-speed, 161,190
original miles, runs great, rough interior.
1-owner.
$5,500.
(940)337-4555.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Firewood
FIREWOOD FOR SALE
split oak, pecan & mesquite. Seasoned or green. Call (940)389-3413
or (940)389-8511.
• Card of Thanks
• Let’s Swap
• Lost & Found
• Personal
• Wanted
ANNOUNCEM
Miscellaneous
ANGUS STEER BEEF
Choice quality. Grass fed plus
grain/alfalfa. Dry aged. Processed
at Fischers. Order now. Delivery
starts Feb. 25. (817)925-0111.
FOR SALE
3-piece
living
room
(940)210-0723.
NOTICES
TRANSPORTATION
Lost and found
Lost: Smith & Wesson, 38 caliber
pistol, in bag with clothing, at Swap
Meet, Decatur, Sat., Feb. 25. Has
been reported to Decatur P.D. Reward! (325)370-7313.
set.
WE BUY SILVER COINS
(940)433-2255.
HALLMARK AMERICAN SPIRIT
QUARTER ORNAMENTS
for states #1-20. Also, Sacagawea
golden dollar ornament. Paid
$315.45. Need to sell. Make offer.
(940)872-9556.
LIMITED EDITION MARTIN
COWBOY III GUITAR
#299 of 750, with case. Call
(940)872-9556.
NATIONAL FINALS RODEO
Hesston belt buckle collection, included all years 1979-2010. $750.
Also, other assorted belt buckles.
Call (940)872-9556.
RARE COINS
All kinds. Proof sets back to 1700’s.
All silver back to 1850’s. Norman
Rockwell collections, including
Santa/Christmas. (940)210-0723.
WHEELCHAIR LIFTS
Ramps, mobility scooters, golf carts
and repairs. Free pickup and delivery. Call Matt Sadberry @ MedCare/Maximum. (940)393-1427.
WOLF TANNING BED
for sale. Sunvision Pro 28 LXF with
face tanner, $650. Phone,
(940)644-2783.
Notice of Public Sale
Hitt St. Self Storage • 300 N. Hitt • Boyd, TX 76023
March 24 • 10 a.m.
Property will be sold to highest bidder for cash. Deposit for removal and cleanup
may be temporarily required. Seller reserves right not to accept any bid and to
withdraw property from sale. Property in each space may be sold item-by-item,
in batches or by the space. Property being sold includes contents in spaces of
following tenants, with brief description of contents in each space.
Mark Anderson
Couch - Bed - Grill - Dog Carrier - Lawn
Chairs
Tressa W. McAlister
Washer & Dryer - Dolly - Barrels - Table &
Chairs - Recliner - Boxes
Lesa M. Ricketts
Tent - Grill - Folding Table - Saw - Tools Boxes
Charles E. Stein
Couch - Mower - TV - Picnic Table - Lawn
Tools - Vacuum - Hats & Boxes
Michael D. Elliott
Barb Wire - Fishing Rods - Big TV - Boxes Christmas Items
Eileen Fekete
Games - Drums - Crib - Chairs - Boxes
Ciera N. Hammett
Couch - Table & Chairs - End Tables - TV Boxes
Kari Hightower
Bed - Dresser - Boxes
Sofia Longoria
Bedroom Suite - Couch - 2 TVs - Heater
Hitt Street Self Storage
940-433-2329 • 300 North Hitt Street • Boyd, TX
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CITATION BY PUBLICATION
THE STATE OF TEXAS
To: JIMMY HAROLD HAMMER
and to all whom it may concern, Respondent(s):
“You have been sued. You may
employ an attorney. If you or your
attorney does not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this
citation by 10:00 A.M. on the Monday next following the expiration of
twenty days after you were served
this citation and petition, a default
judgment may be taken against
you.”
The petition of TINA O’BRIAN
AND EDWIN CLAY O’BRIAN, Petitioner(s), was filed in the said Court
of Wise County, Texas on October
19, 2011 against TATTIANA
BLANCA FIERRO and JIMMY HAROLD HAMMER, Respondent, in a
suit on the docket of said Court,
numbered and entitled
CV11-10-857
IN THE INTEREST OF
NOAH XAVIER FIERRO, A CHILD
The suit requests: Termination of
parent-child relationship between
the child and Jimmy Harold Hammer.
The date and place of birth of the
child who is subject of the suit:
NOAH XAVIER FIERRO- January
4, 2009- UNKNOWN.
Petitioner’s Attorney or Petitioner:
LORI E. REEVES
304 WEST WALNUT STREET
DECATUR, TX 76234
The Court has authority in this suit
to enter any judgment or decree in
the child’s (children’s) interest which
will be binding upon you, including
the termination of the parent-child
relationship, the determination of
paternity and the appointment of a
conservator with authority to consent to the child’s (children’s) adoption.
Issued and given under my hand
and seal of said Court in Decatur,
Texas, on this the 2nd day of
March, 2012.
Attest:
Brenda Rowe
Wise County District Clerk
PO Box 308
By: Kristi Polone, Deputy Clerk
NOTICE OF DRAFT FEDERAL
OPERATING PERMIT
DRAFT PERMIT NO.: O3462
APPLICATION AND DRAFT
PERMIT.
Enbridge Gathering
(North Texas) L.P., 1100 Louisiana
Street, Suite 3300, Houston, TX
77002-5227, a Crude Petroleum
and Natural Gas facility, has applied
to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for an initial issuance of Federal Operating
Permit (herein referred to as Permit)
No. O3462, Application No. 17013,
to authorize operation of the South
Decatur Compressor Station. The
area addressed by the application is
located 5.5 miles south on
Farm-to-Market Road 51 from the
intersection of US Highway 81/US
Highway 287 and Farm-to-Market
Road 51, 0.3 miles west on south
side of County Road 3296 in Decatur, Wise County, Texas 76234.
This link to an electronic map of the
site or facility's general location is
provided as a public courtesy and
not part of the application or notice.
For exact location, refer to application. http://www.tceq.texas.gov/assets/public/hb610/index.html?lat=33
.155&lng=97.6375&zoom=13&type=r This application was received by the TCEQ
on October 7, 2011.
The purpose of a federal operating permit is to improve overall compliance with the rules governing air
pollution control by clearly listing all
applicable requirements, as defined
in Title 30 Texas Administrative
Code § 122.10 (30 TAC § 122.10).
The draft permit, if approved, will
codify the conditions under which
the area must operate. The permit
will not authorize new construction.
The executive director has completed the technical review of the
application and has made a preliminary decision to prepare a draft permit for public comment and review.
The executive director recommends
issuance of this draft permit. The
permit application, statement of basis, and draft permit will be available
for viewing and copying at the
TCEQ Central Office, 12100 Park
35 Circle, Building E, First Floor,
Austin, Texas; the TCEQ
Dallas/Fort Worth Regional Office,
2309 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth,
Texas 76118-6951; and the Wise
County Courthouse, 101 North Trinity Street, Decatur, Texas, beginning the first day of publication of
this notice. At the TCEQ central
and regional offices, relevant supporting materials for the draft permit,
as well as the New Source Review
permits which have been incorporated by reference, may be reviewed and copied. Any person
with difficulties obtaining these materials due to travel constraints may
contact the TCEQ central office file
room at (512) 239-1540.
PUBLIC COMMENT/NOTICE
AND COMMENT HEARING. Any
person may submit written comments on the draft permit. Comments relating to the accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness of
the permit conditions may result in
changes to the draft permit.
A person who may be affected
by the emission of air pollutants
from the permitted area may request a notice and comment
hearing. The purpose of the notice
and comment hearing is to provide
an additional opportunity to submit
comments on the draft permit. The
permit may be changed based on
comments pertaining to whether the
permit provides for compliance with
30 TAC Chapter 122 (examples
may include that the permit does not
contain all applicable requirements
or the public notice procedures were
not satisfied). The TCEQ may grant
a notice and comment hearing on
the application if a written hearing
request is received within 30 days
after publication of the newspaper
notice. The hearing request must
include the basis for the request, including a description of how the person may be affected by the emission of air pollutants from the application area. The request should
also specify the conditions of the
draft permit that are inappropriate or
specify how the preliminary decision
to issue or deny the permit is inappropriate. All reasonably ascertainable issues must be raised and all
reasonably available arguments
must be submitted by the end of the
public comment period. If a notice
and comment hearing is granted, all
individuals that submitted written
comments or a hearing request will
receive written notice of the hearing.
This notice will identify the date,
time, and location for the hearing.
Written public comments and/or
requests for a notice and comment hearing should be submitted to the Texas Commission on
Environmental Quality, Office of
the Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. Box
13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087,
or
electronically
at
www.tceq.texas.gov/about/comments.html and be received
within 30 days after the date of
newspaper publication of this notice. If you communicate with the
TCEQ electronically, please be
aware that your email address, like
your physical mailing address, will
become part of the agency's public
record.
A notice of proposed final action that includes a response to
comments and identification of
any changes to the draft permit
will be mailed to everyone who
submitted public comments, a
hearing request, or requested to
be on the mailing list for this application. This mailing will also provide instructions for public petitions
to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to request that
the EPA object to the issuance of
the proposed permit. After receiving
a petition, the EPA may only object
to the issuance of a permit which is
not in compliance with the applicable requirements or the requirements of 30 TAC Chapter 122.
MAILING LIST. In addition to
submitting public comments, a person may ask to be placed on a mailing list for this application by sending a request to the Office of the
Chief Clerk at the address above.
Those on the mailing list will receive
copies of future public notices (if
any) mailed by the Chief Clerk for
this application.
INFORMATION. For additional
information about this permit application or the permitting process,
please contact the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Public Education Program, MC-108,
P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas
78711-3087 or toll free at
1-800-687-4040. Si desea información en Español, puede llamar al
1-800-687-4040.
Further information may also be
obtained for Enbridge Gathering
(North Texas) L.P. by calling Mr.
Tristan Walker at (817) 598-5828.
Notice Issuance Date: February
7, 2012
NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION
To the registered voters of the
City of New Fairview, Texas
Notice is hereby given that a General Election will be held on May 12,
2012 for the purpose of electing one
(3) three council members for a two
(2) year term for the City of New
Fairview.
The location of the polling place is
the New Fairview City Hall at 999 Illinois Lane New Fairview, TX
76078.
The polls will be open from 7:00
a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Election Day.
Early voting by personal appearance will be conducted each weekday at New Fairview City Hall Monday thru Friday beginning April 30,
2012 and ending May 08, 2012 between the hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. each with the exception of
Tuesday May 1, 2012 and Tuesday
May 8, 2012, which will be between
the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Monica Rodriguez, City Secretary,
999 Illinois Lane New Fairview, TX
76078
Applications for ballots by mail
must be received no later then the
close of business on
April 27, 2012.
Monica Rodriguez
City Secretary of New Fairview
AVISO DE ELECCION GENERAL
A los votantes registrados de la
Ciudad de New Fairview, Texas
El aviso es por este medio dado
que habra una eleccion general el
12 de Mayo, 2012 con el proposito
de elegir (3) tres miembros del concejal para un termino de dos (2)
anos para le cuidad de New Fairview.
El lugar de votacion es en el New
Fairview City Hall en 999 Illinois
Lane New Fairview, TX 76078.
La casilla electoral se abrira de
7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m. el dia de la
eleccion.
La votacion adelantera se llevara
acabo de lunes a viernes entre las
horas de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. empezando el 30 de abril 2012 y terminando el 8 de mayo 2012 con la excepcion del martes 1 de mayo 2012
y martes 8 de mayo 2012 entre las
horas de 7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m.
Monica Rodriguez, City Secretary,
www.wcmessenger.com/businessdirectory
999 Illinois Lane New Fairview, TX
76078
Las solicitudes para boletas por
correo deberan recibirse para el fin
de las horas de negocio el 27 de
abril 2012.
Monica Rodriguez
City Secretary of New Fairview
Public notices
I will not be responsible for any debt
other than my own as of March 5,
2012. Robert Brady.
Bids & Proposals
INVITATION TO BID
Wise County is accepting formal
sealed bids for the following:
HAULING ROAD MATERIALS
Sealed bids will be accepted in
the Wise County Asset Control Office at 400 W Walnut, or P.O. Box
952 Decatur, TX 76234 by Diana
Alexander, Asset Control Specialist,
until 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 16,
2012. Specifications and bid forms
may be obtained by contacting the
Wise County Asset Control Office at
940-627-3312. Bids will be publicly
opened and read at 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 16, 2012 in the Wise
County Asset Control Office at 400
W Walnut, Decatur, TX. The Commissioners' Court of Wise County
will consider bids for award at the
next regularly scheduled Commissioners' Court at the location posted
on the agenda. Wise County reserves the right to accept and/or reject any and all bids for any reason
whatsoever.
WISE COUNTY EMERGENCY
SERVICES DISTRICT #1, TX.
ADVERTISEMENT: REQUEST
FOR PROPOSAL
Sealed Proposals will be received
by Wise County ESD #1 at P.O. Box
1991, Boyd, Texas 76023, until 5:00
p.m., CST, March 23, 2012, for a
qualified architectural firm to provide
all architectural and engineering
services for the design and construction of a new fire station.
Further information and specifications may be obtained by contacting
the District Treasurer at the above
address or phone (940)433-2408, or
Email: win41@flash.net. The District
reserves the right to reject any or all
proposals and to waive formalities.
Winford Cash
District Treasurer
Public Hearings
PUBLIC NOTICE
Wise County, Texas will hold a Final Public Hearing to review the performance under its 2009 Texas
Community Development Program
Contract #729859 with the Texas
Department of Agriculture in which
funds were used to provide first time
water service on County Roads
3592, 3591, and 3585.
The Public Hearing will be held as
follows:
Date: March 12, 2012
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Place:
County Finance Office
207 N. Church
Phone - 940-627-5744 ext 4
Agenda:
1. Review of the 2009 TxCDBG
Contract #729859
2. Citizens' views, proposals, questions and comments.
Handicapped individuals who wish
to attend this meeting should contact the County Finance Office to arrange for assistance.
If you are unable to attend, please
mail your views and comments to:
Bill McElhaney, County Judge
Wise County
PO Box 393
Sherry Lemon, Court Clerk
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11A
SPORTS
TRACK
McCann sets school record in 3,200
By RICHARD GREENE
The school record for the
girls’ 3,200 at Northwest has
a new holder for the second
time this young season.
Kellee McCann torched
the track Saturday at the
Texan Invitational, running
an 11:07. The time broke the
record of 11:16 set by Katherine Chavez at the Newman Smith Invitational Feb.
18.
“I was trying to go for the
record and got it,” said the
sophomore McCann, who
went to state last year in the
800.
“I’m really happy. This was
my first two-mile of the season. It’s a great way to start.”
McCann was especially
excited about putting on the
show in front of the home
fans.
“It’s always fun to run at
the home meet and to represent the school and the community,” she said.
McCann joined in with a
pack of Southlake Carroll
runners — Sarah Roe, Annie Fillers and Morgan Baulier — early in the race. The
quartet ran an opening lap
of 77. They made it through
the first 800 in 2:46.
Roe and McCann stayed
together, crossing the tape
within a second of each other
through 2400 meters. They
ran the mile in 5:40 and
were at 8:32 through 2400.
“It was a little windy, and
I let them block the wind,”
said McCann about her early strategy.
With 650 meters left, McCann made her move, passing Roe and sprinting ahead.
Before getting to the bell lap,
she had built a six-second
lead. Turning a 74 on the
final lap, McCann pulled
away for an 18-second win.
“When I decided to go I
went, and no one was with
me,” she said.
McCann also brought
home a gold in the 4x800,
which finished in 9:53.55.
Chavez ran the 1,600 Saturday, finishing second in
5:23.02. Taylor Bohr was
third in 5:25.89.
Taylor finshes two
seconds off best
Northwest senior Troy
Taylor opened the season
Feb. 18 with the fastest
3,200 time in the nation in
the first week, running a
9:14.
Saturday at his home
meet, Taylor was two seconds off repeating the performance. Taylor ran a
9:16.48 to win the race.
Girls subvarsity
Track
Paradise Relays
JV
Shot put — 3. Samantha Hancock, Bridgeport, 26-.5
Discus — 3. Hancock, Bridgeport, 51-2.5; 5. Karlee Godwin,
Bridgeport, 49-4.75
400 — 2. Samantha Dittman,
69.68
3200— 4. McKenna Myers,
Bridgeport, 15.26
Bridgeport team total — 26
Eighth grade
Long jump — 1. York, Chico,
13-11; 2. Sturdivant, Bridgeport, 13-6; 3. Read, Paradise,
13-5.5; 4. Hevbel, Millsap, 13-4;
5. Hodge, Brock, 13-2.5; 6. Martinez, Bridgeport, 13
Triple jump — 2. Davidson,
Bridgeport, 29-9; 3. Richards,
Paradise, 29-8.75; 4. Read, Paradise, 29-5; 6.York, Chico, 26-11
Discus —2. Freeman, Bridge-
Girls results
100: 5. Selasie Koto, 12.5
200: 15. Alisha Biddlecome,
27.9; 18. Sierra Hart, 28.7
400: 2. Brittanie Anderson,
1:01.4; 12. Sierra Hart, 1:04.2
1600: 2. Katherine Chavez,
5:23.02; 3. Taylor Bohr, 5:25.89
3200: 1. Kellee McCann,
11:0729
100 hurdles: 12. Kelly Paighton, 17.8
300 hurdles: 3. Kelly Paightton, 48.7
4x100 relay: 3. Northwest,
48.7
1:50.1
4:22.61
9:53.55
High jump: 1. Hailey Krieg,
5-6
Pole vault: 3. Desiree Freier,
12-0
Long jump: 6. Brittanie Anderson, 15-6.5
Triple jump: 3. Selasie Koto,
34-7.75
Shot put: 4. Princess Moore,
34-6; 6. Kiarra Simpson, 34-1
Discus: 2. Kiarra Simpson,
123-11; 8. Princess Moore,
94-5
“I’m glad I can run that
fast twice,” he said. “I don’t
feel worried [that I’m pushing myself] because it doesn’t
feel that hard. I feel great.”
Taylor ran a smooth race,
packing up with a group of
three Southlake Carroll runners — Joe Sansone, Jordan
Chavez and Kyle Scanlan.
The four turned the first
quarter in 64 seconds and a
2:15 in the opening 800.
Taylor bided his time early
in the race, dropping behind
two of the Carroll runners
through the first mile. The
pack ran a 4:37 mile split
despite a steady headwind.
“I decided to run with
them in a pack for a mile,
and I didn’t feel the wind,”
Taylor said.
Taylor took the lead before
hitting 2,000 meters, and by
2,400 owned a two-second
advantage on Sansone.
Taylor reached the bell lap
at 8:09 and ran a blazing 67
final lap to win by six seconds.
“A 66 was what I got last
week in my final lap,” Taylor said. “My goal is to start
with a 66 and finish with a
66.”
Koto sets 100 record
The
Northwest
girls’
100-meter record was broken twice Saturday.
Junior varsity runner Megan Greathouse set the record with a 12.7 in her race.
She owned the record for
less than five minutes.
Selasie Koto established
the new mark of 12.5, finishing fifth in the varsity race.
Kirkland wins 1,600
The standout day for
Northwest distance runners
continued Saturday afternoon with Zack Kirkland’s
win in the 1,600.
He turned in a 4:18.8 to
beat Plano East’s Nikolai
Horbovetz by six seconds.
The Texans’ Ashton Shelton took fifth in 4:36.25.
Messenger photos by Joe Duty
RUN FOR RECORD — Northwest’s Kellee McCann races toward the finish line Saturday at
the Texan Invitational. McCann set the school record in the 3,200.
Boys results
100: 8. Colton McDonald,
11.2; 11. Chase Morrison,
11.3; 12. Neiko Alvarez, 11.3
200: 4. Michael Reed, 22.45;
7. Neiko Alvarez, 23.6; 15. Tyler Wine, 24.1
400: 9. Adam Braden, 53;
19. Colton McDonald, 56; 20.
Tyler Wine, 56.12
1600: 1. Zack Kirkland,
4:18.8; 5. Ashton Shelton,
4:36.25; 7. Jacob Suchors,
4:38.63
3200: 1. Troy Taylor, 9:16.48;
8. Caleb Frandsen, 10:18.72
100 hurdles: 5. Derrick Benson, 16.1; 16. Kerr y Gleason,
20.3
4x100: 4. Northwest, 42.6
4x400:
8.
Northwest,
3:45.54
4x800:
1.
Northwest,
8:05.76
Long jump: 3. Kerr y Gleason,
19-7.5
Triple jump: 6. Kerr y Gleason,
41-3
Discus: 7. Duke Kacinski,
129-10; 8. Jonathan Christman,
129-10
Freier opens year with
third-place finish
Northwest’s Desiree Freier, the 2011 Class 5A silver
medalist in the pole vault,
opened the outdoor season
Saturday with a third-place
finish at the Texan Invitational.
Freier cleared 12 feet. Defending Class 3A champion
Jessie Johnson of Argyle
won the meet, vaulting 12-3.
Grapevine’s Zoe McKinley
also cleared 12 feet and took
second with fewer misses
than Freier.
ON THE MOVE — Northwest’s Desiree Freier (top) runs down the ramp of the pole
vault Saturday. She finished third. Troy Taylor (right) captures gold in the 3,200.
SUBVARSITY SPORTS
port, 74-2.5; 3. Pace, Paradise,
65-1; 5. Whitsell, Bridgeport,
62-6.25; 6. Walterscheid, Paradise, 60-9.5
2400 — 1. Tucker, Paradise,
9:44; 2. Brinson, Paradise,
10:16; 3. Coleman, Bridgeport,
10:33
4x100 — 1. Bridgeport,
55:15; 3. Boyd, 57.62; 4. Paradise, 58.18
800 — 1. Melvin, Paradise,
2:42.88; 4. Peyton; Bridgeport;
2:47.25; 6. Smith, Bridgeport,
2:59.69
100 hurdles — 1. Lamb, Paradise, 18.28; 2. Rushing, Bridgeport, 19.82; 3. Rehark, Bridgeport, 19.96; 4. Weideman,
Bridgeport, 20.15; 5. Miller,
Paradise, 20.79; 6. York, Chico,
20.90
100 — 1. Jacobs, Peaster,
14.98; 2. Herbel, Millsap, 13.43;
3. Hortone, Brock, 14.18; 4.
French, Paradise, 14.21; 5.
Copeley, Bridgeport, 14.38; 6.
Boaz, Boyd, 14.56
4x200 — 2. Paradise,
1:57.38; 3. Bridgeport, 2:01.59;
6. Boyd, 2:10.88
400 — 1. Anderson, Bridgeport, 1:06.55; 2. Ragsdale,
Boyd, 1:07.02; 3. Peyton;
Bridgeport, 1:09.52; 4. Read,
Paradise, 1:09.78; 6. Mindieta,
Bridgeport, 1:10.56
300 hurdles — 1. Lamb, Paradise, 56.22; 2. York, Chico,
56.35; 3. Rehark, Bridgeport,
59.18; 4. Miller, Paradise,
59.75; 6. Walterscheid, Paradise, 1:00.22
200 — 2. Richards, Paradise,
28.81; 6. Davidson, Bridgeport,
31.07
1600 — 1. Tucker, Paradise,
6:28.93; 2. Brinson, Paradise,
6:27.58; 5. Coleman, Bridgeport, 6:39.59
1600 relay — 1. Paradise,
4:40.28; 3. Bridgeport, 4:51.09;
5. Boyd, 5:10.18
Team Totals — Paradise, 177;
Bridgeport, 140; Boyd, 31; Chico, 19
Seventh grade
Long jump — 3. Petty, Chico,
13-2; 4. Sallee, Bridgeport, 1210; 5. Amador, Bridgeport, 127.5
Triple jump — 3. Pappajohn,
Boyd, 26-2.25; 5. Sallee, Bridgeport, 24-4.5
Shot put — 1. Thorpe, Boyd,
29-4; 3. Rose, Boyd, 25-4; 5.
Irion, Bridgeport, 23-10.25; 6.
Barclay, Bridgeport, 22-1
Discus — 2. Smith, Bridgeport, 57; 3. Barclay, Bridgeport,
55-8; 4. Irion, Bridgeport, 53-7;
5. Davis, Paradise, 50-6.5
2400 — 3. Talley, Paradise,
10:07:00; 4. Baca, Bridgeport,
10:32; 5. Nelson, Bridgeport,
11:05:00
58.18; 4. Paradise, 59.65; 5.
Boyd, 59.90
800 — 2. Talley, Paradise,
2:51.93; 3. Coursey, Bridgeport,
2:57.75; 4. Reed, Boyd, 2:58.02
110 hurdles — 1. May, Boyd,
20:31; 2. Mindieta, Bridgeport,
20.78; 4. Chapman, Bridgeport,
20.90; 5. Hester, Bridgeport,
21.21
100 —2. Marcoux, Boyd,
14.24; 3. Petty, Chico, 14.87;
4. Cardona, Boyd, 14.87; 5.
Hancock, Bridgeport, 15.00; 6.
Rivera, Bridgeport, 15.59
2:05.28; 4. Boyd, 2:07.73; 5.
Paradise, 2:12.09
400 — 3. Robinson, Paradise, 1:10.32; 5. Petty, Chico,
1:11.62
300 hurdles — 2. Hernandez,
Bridgeport, 1:01.18; 5. Mindieta, Bridgeport, 1:04:00; 6. Chapman, Bridgeport, 1:04.08
200 — 2. Stapleton, Paradise,
31.18; 3. Petty, Chico, 31.28; 4.
Anderson, Bridgeport, 31.66
1600 — 2. Grace, Bridgeport,
6:40.91; 5. Weiderna, Bridge-
port, 7:03.74; 6. Grace, Bridgeport, 7:20.34
1600 relay — 3. Paradise,
4.58.47; 4. Bridgeport, 5:01.06;
6. Boyd, 5:28.09
Team totals — 2. Bridgeport,
131; 4. Boyd, 63; 5. Paradise,
54
Softball
Bridgeport JV softball team
beat Winthorst 5-4 at the Bowie
Tournament March 3.
“We came into this championship game with a 5-1 record
for the tournament. We beat
Bowie 8-4, Lindsay 6-0, Nocona
19-0 , Decatur 7-1, and our only
loss was to Paradise 2-1,” said
Bridgeport coach Lynn Larson.
“This JV championship game
against Windthorst was the best
we have played all tournament.
We were really aggressive on
the bases and did a great job at
the plate. Taylor Emola pitched a
great game.”
12A
SPORTS
POWERLIFTING
GIVING IT
HIS ALL —
Decatur’s
Raymond
Cortez lets
out a yell as
he finishes
his recordsetting
deadlift
Saturday.
Cortez sets deadlift mark
By RICHARD GREENE
Decatur senior Raymond Cortez set the Region VI Division
II record Saturday in the super heavyweight class with his
620-pound deadlift at Decatur
High School gym.
After completing the lift, Cortez let out a yell and then gave
coach Heath Tullous a chest
bump.
“I didn’t know if I could do it,”
Cortez said. “When I lifted it up,
it was like a big weight off my
shoulders.
“It’s awesome to have a regional record.”
Cortez broke the record of
Burkburnett’s Lorenzo Barnes
— 615 pounds set at the 2010 regional meet.
“It’s such an honor to break a
record of Alonzo Barnes because
he was such an amazing lifter,”
Cortez said.
Cortez also won the class and
earned a second trip to state
with his total of 1,620 pounds.
He squatted 620 pounds and
benched 380.
“It’ll be a close meet at state,”
Cortez said. “I’ve got two weeks
to work out harder and get ready.
I’ll be ready.”
He said he got up 650 on squat,
but the lift didn’t count.
“The judges said I didn’t get
down low enough,” Cortez said.
GIRLS SOCCER
Lady Eagles score first district win
By RICHARD GREENE
As the final second clicked
off the Eagle Stadium scoreboard Friday, the Decatur
Lady Eagles soccer team
had reason to celebrate.
For the first time in the
program’s history, the Lady
Eagles captured a district
victory on the field, beating
Burkburnett 5-2.
“It was awesome,” said
Lena Moles. “We just didn’t
give up. Tonight changed
the attitude of everyone.”
Moles, a German foreign
exchange student who recently was approved to start
playing on the varsity level,
scored a pair of goals. Her
goal in the 33rd minute
gave the Lady Eagles a 2-1
lead that they never relinquished.
Decatur added three goals
in the second half.
“They finally pulled everything together that we’ve
been trying to teach them,”
said Decatur coach Stanley
Smith. “They became a team
tonight.”
Decatur’s only previous
district win came on a forfeit
by Sherman.
GOOD ADDITION — TCU signee Bobbi Clemmer helped
Decatur win its first district game Friday with a goal.
Moles and a dominating
performance by center midfielder Bobbi Clemmer set
about changing that. Clemmer punched home the Lady
Eagles’ first goal. But most
of the night, she was directing traffic, sending the ball
ahead for teammates as well
as creating turnovers assisting the Decatur defense.
“This was [Clemmer’s]
third game with us,” Smith
SOFTBALL
Lady Eagles fall to 2-9
The Decatur Lady Eagles
pulled out one win in five
games over the weekend at
the Bowie Tournament.
The Lady Eagles toppled
Petrolia 8-4.
Mackey Dailey led the
Lady Eagles with three hits.
Becca Thele added a pair of
singles. Leia Andriotto, Vicky
Mayo, Darienne Davis and
Madi Minor had a hit each.
Minor earned the win allowing four runs — three
earned — on seven hits in
three innings.
Decatur fell in the opening
game of the tournament to
Iowa Park, 3-0.
Mayo pitched solidly for the
Lady Eagles, allowing three
runs — two earned — on
seven hits in four innings.
Krum topped Decatur 101. Krum scored three in the
first, three in the second and
four in the third.
Thele had a single and
double in the loss. Andriotto
added two singles.
Paradise shut out Decatur
5-0. The Lady Eagles managed singles from Dailey and
Valerie Thompson.
Windthorst beat Decatur
7-3.
Inez McDaniel and Andriotto each singled and doubled. Mayo, Dailey and Thele
finshed with two singles each.
BASEBALL
Eagles drop three of four
The Decatur Eagles finished 1-3 over the weekend at
the Gunter/Prosper Tournament.
The Eagles scored their
lone win over Pilot Point, 5-4,
Saturday.
DJ Roberts limited the
Bearcats to three runs on four
hits in five and two-thirds innings with eight strikeouts.
Johnny Murillo allowed a
run on two hits in the final
one and one-third innings.
Jeremy Adams drove in
two of the Eagles’ runs on two
hits, including a home run.
Colton Parker went 3-for-3,
and Chris Saunders 2-for-3.
Decatur fell to Melissa 10-7
despite getting a home run
and four RBIs from Parker.
Sanger topped the Eagles
5-3. Roberts and Cain Lowe
each had two hits and drove
in a run.
Prosper took down Decatur
4-1.
Adams gave the Eagles a
solid outing, allowing four
runs — one earned — on
seven hits in six innings of
work. He struck out seven
and walked one.
Decatur had just three hits
against Prosper pitching.
Parker drove in the lone run.
Decatur returns to action
Thursday at the Bowie Tournament.
said about the TCU signee.
“She’s adjusted how she
plays to play with this team.
She’s a leader and can talk
to the other players on
the field. Her skills have
brought us to a new level.”
Clemmer praised her
teammates after the win.
“This is the best we’ve
played while I’ve been here,”
she said. “It’s good to see lots
of improvement.”
With the 2-1 halftime
lead, Decatur did not try to
sit on the advantage, continuing to attack. A shot off
the crossbar by Clemmer
five minutes into the second half was headed in, but
eventually waved off.
Decatur made it 3-1 four
minutes later as Joselyne
Rivera scored.
The Lady Eagles went
up three goals, 4-1, with
19 minutes left with a goal
credited to Jacey Loflin off a
corner kick by Clemmer.
Burkburnett
tried
to
make a comeback, getting
one goal with 11:37 left. Facing 10 shots on the night,
Decatur goalkeeper Cassandra Moreno made eight
saves.
Burkburnett had just two
shots in the second half.
“I was real proud of our
young defense,” Smith said.
Decatur outshot Burkburnett 8-2 after halftime.
“The second half we really
turned it up,” Clemmer said.
Decatur’s final shot by
Moles with 4:33 put the
Lady Eagles back in front
three goals and sealed the
program’s historic win.
SOFTBALL
Nocona tops Sissies
The Nocona Lady Indians
pushed across a run in the
sixth inning to score a 3-2
win over the Bridgeport Sissies Saturday at the Bowie
Tournament.
The loss ended a 2-4
weekend for the Sissies at
the tournament. Bridgeport
fell to 7-7 on the season.
Haley Guinn had two of
the Sissies’ three hits in the
loss against Nocona with a
double and RBI.
The Sissies went 1-2 in
pool play.
Bridgeport was blanked
6-0 by Sanger.
The Sissies responded
with a 4-0 win over Nocona.
Brooke Bennett struck out
eight and allowed three hits
in the shutout.
Windthorst beat Bridgeport 10-3 in the final pool
matchup. Kendall Vawter
drove in two runs on two
hits.
To open bracket play,
Bridgeport edged Bowie 3-2
on Hayley Davidson’s home
run. Vawter added two hits,
and Tabitha Moses a RBI.
Bennett limited Bowie to
two runs on five hits.
Paradise
took
down
Bridgeport 8-2. Davidson
drove in two runs with a
triple. Bennett and Walker
added hits.
BASEBALL
Bulls keep hot start going
The Bridgeport Bulls suffered their first setback of the
spring, but they still went 3-1
at the Little Elm Tournament
over the weekend.
Bridgeport (9-1) closed the
four-game weekend with a
4-1 win over Little Elm.
Alex Samples threw a complete game, allowing one run
on four hits.
Samples and Dillion Waldrep had two hits each.
The Bulls started the tournament with a 7-3 win over
R.L. Turner.
Seven Bridgeport players collected hits. Junior
McLaughlin drove in a run
with a triple among his three
hits. Branon Huff and Omar
Martinez added two hits and
a RBI each.
Frisco Liberty handed the
Bulls their first loss of the
season, 13-3, in six innings.
Liberty plated five in the
third and four more in the
sixth.
Jared Sturdivant drove in
two of the Bulls’ three runs.
Bridgeport had three hits.
Bridgeport rebounded with
a 13-9 win over Celina.
Samples and Reese Read
collected three hits each.
Samples doubled and tripled,
driving in two runs.
Huff and Damian Delgado
had two hits and two RBIs.
Messenger photo
by Joe Duty
RODEO
Slate, Ritzel take third
at Decatur event
Competing at his hometown rodeo, Decatur’s Parker
Slate and partner Colt Ritzel took third place over the
weekend in team roping.
Slate and Ritzel turned in
a run of 10.781 seconds at
the North Texas High School
Rodeo event held at the
Wise County Sheriff’s Posse
Grounds.
Slate is fourth in the running for the association’s AllAround Cowboy honor.
Reid Metcalf finished third
in bull riding with a score of
53 points.
Chase Gasperson took
fourth in calf roping with a
run of 24.671. Travis Taylor
took fifth in 27.302.
Gasperson continues to
lead the chase for the Rookie
Cowboy award. Taylor is currently third.
Paris Walther was fourth
in breakaway roping in
5.293.
In ribbon roping, Jake
Cobb finished fourth in
12.284.
Tara Wilson took 10th in
steer undercorating in 3.603.
As a team, Decatur is
ranked fourth in the association.
Kicking around world...
York and Washington, D.C.,
Moles was surprised how
quickly she adapted.
It did take her a bit of
time to adjust to American
cuisine.
“The food is really different,” Moles said. “At first,
I didn’t want to try it. But
my host family told me I can
eat it. Now, I really like it.
You have to be open to new
things.”
Like many Texans, she’s
now fond of Mexican food.
“I love Mexican food,”
Moles said. “I’m going to
miss that.”
Moles has five more
games with her new teammates on the soccer field,
unless the Lady Eagles can
make their first trip to the
playoffs. They will need a
win Friday over Wichita
Falls Hirschi to keep those
hopes alive.
After the soccer season,
she plans to run track, but
she’s not ready to get there
yet.
“I really like my team,”
Moles said. “I’m going to be
sad when soccer is over.”
Rivera sparks Eagles...
Harry Boatman made it
2-0 booting a free kick past
the Burkburnett keeper
from 25 yards out in the
29th minute.
Decatur took the 2-0 lead
into halftime, but needed
some heroics from its keeper, Wade Laughlin. He made
a big save laying out to stop
a shot off an indirect kick.
Laughlin stopped five of
the six shots he faced. The
lone goal against him came
with 14 minutes left in the
match.
“Wade is probably the
most
improved
player,”
Stokes said. “He’s worked
really hard in practice. The
big thing is he’s not giving up rebounds. He’s done
a good job of securing the
ball.”
Decatur will try to move
up the district standings
Friday, playing Wichita Falls
Hirschi at home at 7:30 p.m.
USING HIS
HEAD —
Decatur’s
Devon
Willis
jumps to
head a ball
during the
Eagles’ 2-1
win Friday.
Messenger
photo by Joe
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SPORTS
POWERLIFTING
LIFT FOR
RECORD —
Decatur’s
Dillan Brown
completes
his lift of
450 pounds
on deadlift.
He won the
123-pound
class
Saturday for
a third time.
Brown lifts third title
Decatur lifter sets pair of regional records
By RICHARD GREENE
Decatur’s Dillan Brown
captured his third straight
Region VI Division II title
Saturday.
The senior lifted a meet
record 1,140 pounds to win
the 123-pound class.
“That’s three in a row at
regionals,” Brown said. “The
next goal is to be a two-time
state champion.”
Brown captured the state
title in the class last year in
his second trip to state.
Along with adding to his
regional medal collection,
he set the total record and
the new mark for deadlift
with a successful 450-pound
effort to close the day.
“That was different than
every other final lift be-
cause it was my last regional meet,” Brown said. “I left
it all on the floor. I wanted
my last lift to be a good one.”
Brown squatted 465 and
benched 225.
“Squat and bench didn’t
go as well as I hoped,”
Brown said. “I was glad I
got my openers.”
His personal goal for
squat was 500 pounds. He
lifted 485, but it did not
count.
“I got it up, but the judge
didn’t think I went low
enough,” he said.
Brown will be joined at
state by teammate Nolan
Newville, who took second
in the class. Newville lifted 950. He squatted 375,
benched 215 and deadlifted
360.
Messenger photo
by Joe Duty
BOYS
SOCCER
GIRLS SOCCER
Rivera
sparks
Eagles
victory
By RICHARD GREENE
Moles said. “Here we practice every day. In Germany, all we do is
scrimmage, and here we do more
drills. I’m getting used to it.”
One of the things she likes is the
camaraderie with her teammates
who have become close friends.
“American soccer is really into
team with everyone caring about
each other,” Moles said. “We are so
close. I feel like we’ve been friends
forever.”
Smith said her hard-working
and fun personality has made her
a popular athlete.
“She fits in well,” Smith said.
“She developed friends fast and is
a well-liked team member.”
Coming halfway across the globe
in September after stops in New
With the ball a few yards
out of the goal box, Brandon
Rivera’s first thought was to
pass.
But cheers from the crowd
made him rethink that decision, which paid off for the
Decatur Eagles. Rivera beat
the Burkburnett goalkeeper
to give the Eagles an early
lead in a pivotal 2-1 victory
Friday.
“I was just going to pass,
and people in the crowd told
me to shoot,” Rivera said. “It
was a perfect shot to the top
right corner.”
The victory put Decatur
alone in third place in District 9-4A after the first
half of league play with six
points. Wichita Falls Rider
leads the district with 10
points, and Gainesville is
second with seven.
“This was a huge win,”
said Decatur coach Nick
Stokes. “It was one of the
first times going in that we
were considered the favorite. We came out, executed
and did what we needed to
win.
“This is the first time
we’ve gone a whole round of
district with one loss.”
Rivera’s goal, off a Daniel
Gamino assist, put Decatur
in front for good just more
than a minute into the game
and reversed the team’s
usual trend.
“We’ve been a slow-starting team,” he said. “It was
good to get the quick goal.”
Stokes said Rivera’s early
goal relaxed the whole team.
“It was a beautiful shot,”
the Decatur coach said. “It
gave the kids confidence and
settled everyone down.”
WORLD AT HER FEET — Lena Moles scored two goals Friday in the Lady Eagles’ win over Burkburnett. It was the foreign exchange student from
Germany’s first district game with the team.
Kicking around world
German import helps Lady Eagles record first district win
By RICHARD GREENE
Coming to a new town, new high
school, new country and learning
a new culture have not been hard
for Lena Moles.
The hard part is nearing the
time to go back home.
“I love it here,” Moles said. “I
have to go back in three months.
I’m so sad. I’m going to miss it.”
But in her remaining time here,
the foreign exchange student is
making a historic impact on the
Decatur Lady Eagles’ soccer program. The 17-year-old from near
Frankfurt, Germany, scored a pair
of goals Friday in the Lady Eagles’
5-2 win over Burkburnett.
It was the program’s first district win earned on the field.
“It was the first game that Bobbi
[Clemmer, a TCU signee for soccer] and I played together,” Moles
said. “I love playing with her. But
the whole team played great together. The team showed how it
can play.”
It was the first district game
for Moles. She started the season
with the Lady Eagles, but she had
to wait for paperwork to be approved by the district before being
allowed to play in a varsity game.
Permission was granted Tuesday.
She continued practicing with
the team and waited for the opportunity to make an impact for the
Lady Eagles. The wait was trying.
“In Germany, we don’t have
sports in school so I didn’t know
about the UIL and the rules,”
Moles said. “I had to sit out the six
games, and I was so upset.”
Moles credited her host family,
Kelly and Joey Norris, for helping
her during her wait to get back
on the field. She said they’ve been
great her entire stay in the United
States.
“They’ve really made it easy on
me,” she said.
Back in Germany, Moles played
club soccer for six years while also
running track.
Decatur coach Stanley Smith
said her experience is apparent.
“She’s played a lot of soccer and
has good ball-handling skills,”
Smith said. “She’s a very highenergy player. She raises the girls’
expectations.”
She’s had to adjust to a more demanding schedule.
“Back at home for select soccer,
we practiced two times per week,”
GETTING MOMENTUM
TRYING TO GET GOING
DOGS DROP OPENER
The Chico Dragons went 2-1-1 over the weekend at the Poolville Tournament. The Dragons
picked up a 12-3 win over Eula and 12-5 victory
over Jacksboro.
The Dragons (3-5-1) opened district play
Tuesday at Petrolia.
The Boyd Yellowjackets fell to 2-3 on the
season with a 1-3 shot at a tournament in
Millsap.
After a 13-1 win over Jim Ned to start, Boyd
fell to Petrolia, Millsap and Krum.
Jared Cate was 8-for-11 with eight RBIs.
The Ponder Lions scored three runs in the
fourth inning and one more in the sixth in a
7-4 win over Alvord in the District 9-2A opener
Monday.
Matt Dunn and Casen Baker drove in two
runs each for the Bulldogs.
ON THE RUN
Alvord will hold its invitational meet
Thursday, starting at 3:30 p.m.
Boyd and Alvord will be a part of the
six-team field.
Bridgeport and Decatur squads will run
in Sanger at the Indian Relays Thursday.
Dillon White of Krum won the saddle
bronc competition with a 53-point
ride at the North Texas High School
Rodeo Association event in Decatur
last weekend. For more photos, visit
wcmess.com/ntrodeo.
ROUGH
RIDE
■ Audio/video
production teacher
Jay Slivocka brings
big city experience
from New York to
Bridgeportt High
School. See page 6.
A
A
■ Youth Spoken
reporter Paris Walther
explores how rodeo
stars that live locally
influence high school
ro
odeo competiito
ors.
See page 4.
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Kathryn Elizabeth Page of Garland, daughter of Dennis
Page of McKinney and Susan and Rick McDowell of Rockwall, will marry Charles Frederick Smith of Rockwall, son
of Stanley and Jacqueline Smith of Decatur, on March 10,
2012, at Occasions at Stone River in Royse City.
The bride-elect is a 2010 graduate of Texas Woman’s University. She teaches kindergarten for the Garland school
district.
The prospective groom is a graduate of Hill College Fire
Academy and the North Central Texas College paramedic
program. He is employed by the city of Midlothian.
Wesley and Lynda Kennemer of Boyd will celebrate their
50th wedding anniversary with a vow renewal ceremony at
their daughter’s home March 10.
Wesley and the former Lynda Bartoo were married March
10, 1962, in Denton.
They have three children: Darrell Kennemer and wife,
Jenise, of Boyd; Douglas Kennemer of Rhome; and Carla
Sherman and husband, Scott, of Sunset; five grandchildren;
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Payton Nicole Johnson
Feb. 16, 2012
Kimberly Ann Culp
Feb. 9, 2012
Brandon and Daphne Johnson of Paradise announce the
birth of a daughter, Payton Nicole, on Feb. 16, 2012, at Wise
Regional Health System in Decatur. She weighed 7 pounds,
1 ounce and was 18 inches long.
She has a sister, Brooklyn, 4.
Grandparents are Chris and Lynda Harris of Paradise,
David and Rhonda Posey of Decatur and Chuck and Joanne
Johnson of Lewisville.
Great-grandparents are George and Paulette Davis of Decatur, Carolyn Johnson of Denton and Edna Harris of Dallas.
Great-great-grandmother is Maxine Herzer of Kentucky.
Lauren Culp of Paradise announces the birth of a daughter, Kimberly Ann, on Feb. 9, 2012, at Wise Regional Health
System in Decatur. She weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces and
was 19 3/4 inches long.
Grandparents are Greg and Jodi Culp of Paradise.
Great-grandparents are Mary Culp and Carole and Jerome Klement.
Mischea Jane Hunter
Feb. 17, 2012
Tyler and Brittany Hunter of Bridgeport announce the
birth of a daughter, Mischea Jane, on Feb. 17, 2012, at Wise
Regional Health System in Decatur. She weighed 5 pounds,
3 ounces and was 16 inches long.
She has a brother, Camden Dean, 4, and a sister, Channing
Elizabeth, 5.
Grandparents are Martha and Johnny Bryant and Deana
Leija.
Great-grandparents are Lawana Bryant and Lois and Roy
Hunter.
Wade Austin Jones
Feb. 16, 2012
Brandy Coomer and Josh Jones of Sunset announce the
birth of a son, Wade Austin Jones, on Feb. 16, 2012, at North
Texas Community Hospital in Bridgeport. He weighed 6
pounds, 7 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long.
He has two brothers, Hunter, 6, and Logan, 2; and a sister,
Bailey, 8.
Grandparents are Dan and Sandra Petty of Uvalde and
Gene and Debra Jones of Alvord.
Great-grandparents are Shirley and Billy Petty of Boyd.
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Syndi Ryann VanHoose, daughter of Robert and Kathy
VanHoose of Chico, will marry Andrew “AJ” Jacob Redder,
son of Ancel and Tina Redder of Decatur, on May 12, 2012,
at the Texas Star Ranch in Weatherford.
The bride-elect is a 2008 graduate of Chico High School.
She is pursuing a degree in nursing at Weatherford College
and is employed by Chico ISD as a substitute teacher.
The prospective groom is a 2004 graduate of Decatur
High School and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He is employed
by Wilson Supply Co. in Bridgeport.
ADAM GARRETT LAMBERT AND KELLY K’ANNE LEWIS
Kelly K’Anne Lewis, daughter of Roger and Melinda Lewis, all of Paradise, will marry Adam Garrett Lambert, son of
Danny and Susan Lambert, all of Boyd, on April 28, 2012,
at Willow Lake Wedding Gardens in Weatherford.
The bride-elect is a 2009 graduate of Paradise High
School and is employed by First State Bank in Paradise.
The prospective groom is a 2008 graduate of Boyd High
School and is employed by Peterbilt.
NEW ARRIVALS
Continued from page 2
Kate Brooke Proudfoot
Feb. 17, 2012
Amy and Adrian Proudfoot of Boyd announce the
birth of a daughter, Kate
Brooke, on Feb. 17, 2012, at
Wise Regional Health System in Decatur. She weighed
7 pounds, 15 ounces and was
19 1/2 inches long.
She has two brothers:
Codi, 14, and Jack, 10.
Grandparents are Kathy
and Jack Proudfoot of Malanda, Queensland, Australia, and Sharlene and Phil
Avant of Okeechobee, Fla.
Great-grandmother is Peggy Hudson of
Okeechobee.
Kayleigh Grace Carlson
Feb. 17, 2012
Karly and Michael Carlson of Newark announce the
birth of a daughter, Kayleigh
Grace, on Feb. 17, 2012, at
Wise Regional Health System in Decatur. She weighed
18 1/2 inches long.
She has a brother, Korben.
Grandparents are Rob
and Shelly Robinson of
Bridgeport, and Robert and
Tammy Serrano of Temecula, Calif.
Great-grandparents are
Donald Baker, Rose Robinson, Sarah Jackson, Ronnie
Jackson, Ann Carlson, and
Marty and Lee Anderson.
Lexi Aldape
Feb. 17, 2012
Jose and Maribel Aldape
of Decatur announce the
birth of a daughter, Lexi,
on Feb. 17, 2012, at North
Texas Community Hospital
in Bridgeport. She weighed
19 inches long.
She has a sister, Jocelyn,
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Grandparents are Horacio
and Esmeralda Villarreal of
Decatur and Ana Maria Aldape of Mexico.
Candelario and Juanita Pacheco, and Andres and Maria Aldape, all of Decatur.
Emmaleigh Anne Correll
Feb. 22, 2012
Amanda Culp and Christopher Correll of Bridgeport announce the birth of a
daughter, Emmaleigh Anne
Correll, on Feb. 22, 2012,
at North Texas Community
Hospital in Bridgeport. She
weighed 5 pounds, 3 ounces
and was 19 inches long.
Grandparents are Sue
and Craig Correll of Haslet
and Greg and Jodi Culp of
Paradise.
Maryanne Culp and Clara
Howard.
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Youth and Education
CROSSWORD PUZZLE
Earning their card
Professional cowboys serve as role models for younger generation
By PARIS WALTHER
YOUTH SPOKEN
REPORTER
More than 10 PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association) cardholders reside
in Wise County today, including nine-time All-Around
Champion Trevor Brazile,
eight-time World Champion
Calf Roper Roy Cooper, and
sons Clif, Clint and Tuf Cooper. Competing in events
such as tie-down calf roping,
bull riding, barrel racing and
other timed competitions,
these professional
cowboys and cowgirls set an example
for a younger generation pining for
similar success.
“It’s great to have so many
great role models that live so
close,” Paradise sophomore
Marilyn Melvin said. “It’s
great to have some hometown heroes to support at the
rodeos and at the National
Finals. I can’t wait to join the
group of PRCA cardholders
in Wise County when I turn
18.”
Her father, nine-time NFR
qualifier Marty Melvin, has
held a membership for more
than 30 years after winning
the Badlands Circuit AA on
his permit in 1979.
“I competed in bareback,
saddlebronc, bull riding and
steer wrestling,” he said. “I
went to the NFR in steer
wrestling.”
Marilyn’s brother, Paradise
senior Paul Melvin, competes
SOLD
in calf roping, team roping,
steer wrestling and ribbon
roping. Currently working
toward filling his permit, he
hopes to one day be counted
amongst professionals like
his father.
“I plan to finish out of high
school rodeo strong, do good
in college rodeo and make it
to the NFR and hopefully get
some world titles under my
belt,” he said.
As a competitor, Paul focuses on maintaining the same
work ethic his dad perpetuated throughout his career.
“My dad has a
winning attitude;
he overcame everything he faced,
and he worked and
practiced
hard,”
Paul said. “He didn’t make
it about him, and he helped
other people. But he took
care of business and did what
he needed to do.”
Serving as their mentor in
and out of the arena, Marty
coaches and critiques his
kids’ runs while also showing
them how to live their lives
in the best possible manner.
“I enjoy watching them
improve and watching them
learn what it takes to be a
winner in life, as a Christian
and in the arena,” he said. “I
encourage them to give 100
percent every time.”
Competing in barrel racing, pole bending, breakaway
roping and girl’s cutting,
Marilyn recognizes the added pressure of living amongst
great athletes.
“Of course, it puts a little
pressure on anyone that has
so many pros to look up to,”
she said. “But you just have
to remember that you rodeo
for you, not anyone else, and
you just know that you’re going to work hard and succeed
just as they have.”
Dedicated and focused on
his own goals, Decatur freshman Jake Cobb works every
day to emulate his favorite
hometown hero, Trevor Brazile.
“I really look up to Trevor
because he is consistent,” he
said. “He’s broken records in
the NFR, and I would like to
do that in my career.”
On the weekends, Cobb
travels with his family to
places like Saginaw, Cleburne and Mineral Wells to
compete in tie-down roping
and ribbon roping. As a member of two rodeo associations,
he knows that slacking off
won’t push him to where he
needs to go.
“I practice every other day
because I want to improve
my roping skills,” he said.
“I think Trevor has gotten
as far as he has because he
practices a lot, and he loves
what he does.”
In the future, Cobb plans to
compete on the rodeo team at
Texas A&M University and
then try to earn a spot at the
National Finals Rodeo in Las
Vegas.
“I plan to practice a lot and
get to know professionals
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Lupe Perez, were honored at the Feb. 28 Decatur Chamber
of Commerce luncheon at the Decatur Civic Center.
Lackey performs at concert
Holly Lackey of Decatur performed a solo at Oklahoma
Baptist Univeristy’s Concerto-Aria Concert Feb. 19.
Lackey, a freshman, was one of eight student soloists at the 38th annual event. She
performed “Rondo all ’Ungarese” from “Piano
Concerto, Hob. XVII: 11 in D Major” by Joseph Haydn on the piano, accompanied by a
full orchestra.
Lackey is a member of the Bisonette Women’s Glee Club and the Fellowship of Church
LACKEY
Musicians. She is studying worship arts.
OBU is located in Shawnee.
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CROSSWORD SOLUTION
Teacher brings New York audiovisual
experience to Bridgeport classroom
By DAVE ROGERS
Basketball’s March Madness is the highlight of this
month for many fans.
The mere mention of the
term causes Jay Slivocka’s
blood pressure to spike.
Slivocka,
the
newly
hired audio/video production teacher for Bridgeport
High School, worked for
CBS College Sports during
the seven years he spent
in New York City learning
the television and motion
picture video trade.
He worked behind the
scenes putting together a
steady stream of highlight
packages as the network
covered all 65 of the NCAA
basketball
tournament’s
games over the span of
three weekends.
“At CBS College Sports,
one year I did work March
Madness, and that was
madness,” he said. “It was
a good experience, but it
was very long days and
nights.”
The Denton native was
hired in December to replace Charles Mann, who
moved north to become
technology director at Alvord.
Under Mann’s direction, second- and thirdyear students in the high
school’s “FOCUS” class
had produced regular television newscasts for the
school complete with commercials. The students
have also produced music
Messenger photo by Dave Rogers
WORK PRODUCT — Jay Slivocka, Bridgeport High School’s
new audio/video production teacher, shows a reporter
video he worked on as a freelance editor working for sports
networks in New York City.
videos, promos for school
events, spoofs of network
TV shows and covered live
school sporting events,
with much of the work
published on YouTube.
“Coming in the middle
of the year, they were already doing stuff, and I
didn’t want to come in and
change things around,”
Slivocka said. “They’re all
very talented kids, and I’m
still getting acclimated to
things.”
Besides CBS College
Sports, where the emphasis was on football and basketball, Slivocka worked
on videos for the website
MLB.com and on cable
television’s MLB Network,
both properties of Major
League Baseball.
“I grew up in Denton,
went to Denton Ryan High
School, finished my degree
at the University of North
Texas (UNT), and I moved
to New York,” he said.
First stop was the New
York Film Academy.
“I started out by doing
production assistant work
on some film sets,” Slivocka recalled. “I decided
that’s not what I wanted
to be. Editing was what I
enjoyed doing.”
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with the sports concerns.
There were days he sat in
front of monitors showing
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postgame editing, marking
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long list of short highlight
packages he needed to produce for afternoon and evening programming, searching the networks’ huge
servers for the video and
then editing it to match
the topic of a planned report or discussion airing
later.
Slivocka said he also
found time to work freelance jobs editing music
videos. Even after taking
the Bridgeport job, he is
continuing to edit video
for a New York friend’s
movie
review
website,
colesmithey.com. He’s also
making and selling videos
to area schools for play on
stadium video screens before and during football
games.
After leaving New York,
Slivocka returned to UNT,
where he obtained an associate degree in digital filmmaking.
In addition to video editing, he plans to teach his
students all facets of video
production.
“I like doing directing,”
he said, “producing, editing, putting it all together.
I’m not the best writer, but
a good editor is always a
good director because he
knows what he needs to
shoot for the finished product.”
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Youth and Education
BRIEFS
Students make Tarleton
honor list
Wise County students made the distinguished students list and A honor
roll for the fall 2011 semester at Tarleton University in Stephenville or Fort
Worth.
Students on the A honor roll include:
Alyssa Vannaman of Newark, Tresa
Graeber of Paradise, Ashley Musgrave
of Decatur, Maggie Sears of Bridgeport
and Jessica Drake of Boyd.
To make the A honor roll, students
must have a 4.0 grade-point ratio and
take a minimum of 12 credit hours.
Students on the distinguished students list include: Toni Jenkins of Paradise; John Latham of Rhome; Leslie
Hampton and Jessica Klein, both of
Alvord; Karis Kuykendall, April Odonnell, Erika Kile and Casie Morgan, all
of Decatur; Shawn Herndon, Justin
Green, Stormy Mishnick, Sara Green
and Kimberly Hughes, all of Bridgeport;
Tyler Raley and Hayden Eubanks, both
of Chico; and Ashley Goll, Lisa Parker,
Allie Galloway and Katherine Preston,
all of Boyd.
To make the distinguished students
list, freshman and sophomore students
must have a minimum 3.25 grade-point
ratio and no grade lower than a C. Juniors and seniors must have a 3.5 GPR
with no grade lower than a C.
Students graduate
Tarleton
Seven Wise County students graduated Dec. 17, 2011, from Tarleton State
University in Stephenville.
Anthony Wright of Rhome earned a
master of science in management and
leadership.
Matthew Farris of Paradise earned a
bachelor of business administration in
management.
Brian Small of Decatur earned a bachelor of science in wildlife management.
Amy Atkins of Decatur earned a bachelor of business administration in human resources management.
Maggie Sears of Bridgeport graduated
summa cum laude with a bachelor of science in family and consumer sciences.
Kyle George of Chico earned a bachelor of business administration in interdisciplinary business.
Laramy Estel of Boyd earned a bachelor of science in wildlife management.
Clark-O’Grady wins first at
wrestling competition
7
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Caice Clark-O’Grady took first-place
rookie and second-place state novice in
the 95-pound division at the Texas USA
State Youth Wrestling Championships
on Feb. 17.
Clark-O’Grady, 14, lives in Wise County and competes with Team Pojo, part of
Texas USA Wrestling.
He has competed and won in many
tournaments, including Cotton Bowl
Nationals Rookie, Frisco Bomber Open,
Heart of Texas Nationals, The American
Wrestler Lone Star Shoot Out, Cowboy
Capital Wrestling Tournament and Allen Tournament of Champions.
FIRST PLACE
ROOKIE —
Caice ClarkO’Grady, 14, of
Wise County
won first-place
rookie and
second-place
state novice in
the 95-pound
division at the
Texas USA State
Youth Wrestling
Championships
on Feb. 17.
Submitted photo
Earning their card ...
that can help me along the
way,” he said.
His role model happens to
believe that the next generation of rodeo athletes is already one step ahead.
“I think that the future is
definitely bright,” Brazile
said. “I think that the next
generation is ahead of the
last because of opportunities
at schools and different mentorships and especially having these types of cowboys in
this area.”
All generations of rodeo
fans in Wise County and the
country strive to reach the
standards Brazile sets in the
roping arena, yet he focuses
on a bigger picture.
“I think people put too
much pressure on athletes
and other celebrities as far
as role models,” he said.
“If you’re in the position to
change someone’s life, then
I think we all have a part in
that, even if it is just one person.”
Knowing what it takes to
get to the top, Brazile offers
words of wisdom to the next
NFR hopeful.
“You have to be able to love
what you do because there
are no days off,” he said. “It’s
something that you have to
want to do every day; it has
to be that kind of love. Otherwise it just feels like a job.”
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Youth Spoken reporters, visit
WCMessenger.com/youthspoken.
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Outdoor
Grasslands seeking to
form grazing association
The U.S. Forest Service
is seeking public input in
forming a grazing association for the Lyndon B.
Johnson National Grasslands, according to acting
District Ranger Pat Kowalewcyz.
Deadline for applying for
the association is Friday,
April 6.
Grazing, like controlled
burning, is a long-term
conservation tool of national grasslands and also provides economic benefit to
surrounding communities.
“There are numerous
benefits to having a grazing association,” Kowalewcyz said. “It is founded and
operated by local ranchers, and each member pays
dues to the association. In
turn, the association has
one permit with the Forest
Service. A rangeland management specialist works
directly with the association in consideration of
management of the whole
area but does not work
with individual ranchers.”
The association agrees
to become agents for the
Forest Service, agreeing
to adopt agency objectives
and enforce regulations.
One benefit of the association is a greater capacity
to accomplish Forest Service objectives with pooled
money and labor. For example, some grazing associations hire their own
crews to build fences, check
cattle, maintain water systems and mow pastures,
Kowalewcyz said. Experience has shown grazing
associations increase the
effectiveness and efficiency
of rangeland management
on national grasslands.
Anyone can form and
participate in a grazing
association,
Kowalewcyz
said. Other responsibilities
of an association are to:
■ determine other purposes and missions outside
of the Forest Service, write
by-laws and file for legal
status through the state
(e.g., incorporation);
■ issue term grazing permits to qualified members;
■ administer associationissued grazing permits and
provide input to the Forest
Service on the long-term
management plans and annual operating plans;
■ monitor livestock grazing activities and ensure
compliance with the terms
of the authorizing documents;
■ identify potential land
use practices necessary to
facilitate livestock grazing
and submit a list of such
practices to the Forest
Service for review and approval;
■ implement and construct the rangeland improvements and maintain
existing land improvements; and
■ perform approved conservation practices.
For more information,
call Rangeland Management Specialist Austin
Sewell at (940) 627-5475.
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Towler, independent brokerage.
(817)271-9699.
Homes
Spence
Properties.com
1509 N. Bus. 287
Decatur - 2/1
AVAILABLE JANUARY 1
$895/month $500/deposit
817-825-4647
®
Available April 1. Like new, 3/2/1
brick. Extra, double carport & 12x16
storage. On 2 acres, Bridgeport.
$1,100/month, $600/deposit.
Water/trash/yard maintenance included. No smoking, no pets.
(940)210-8450.
CAROUSEL PROPERTIES
Runaway Bay, 3/2, appliances,
washer/dryer connections, CH/A,
$850-950/month, $1,000/deposit.
Cuba Road, 2/1, appliances,
$600/month,
$750/deposit.
(940)539-0738.
Recently updated 2/1 country home.
$950/month plus deposit and references. No smoking, no inside pets.
(817)999-6619.
This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for
real estate which is in violation of
the law. Our readers are hereby
informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available
on an equal opportunity basis. To
complain of discrimination call
HUD toll-free at
1-800-669-9777. The
toll-free telephone
number for the
hearing impaired is
EQUAL HOUSING
1-800-927-9275.
OPPORTUNITY
Error Responsibility:
Customers are asked to check their ad immediately after it appears in the paper and
report at once any error found. Claims for
adjustment should be made at that time.
The Wise County Messenger is responsible
for an incorrect ad only the first time it
runs, so check your ad carefully.
Special Offers:
5-week Service Special: Place an ad of 20
words or less for 4 weeks in the Business
Services classification of the Wise County
and the 5th week FREE! Also, run the same
(20 words or less).
Classified Gold goes into 21,000
additional homes.
Payments:
In person:
115 South Trinity St., Decatur
By mail:
P.O. Box 149
Decatur, TX 76234-0149
EMPLOYMENT
Hiring part-time and management
positions. Nights & weekends. Paradise Subway, 3338 W. Highway
114, Suite 1. Apply in person.
Food service
Wendy’s in Decatur is hiring shift
managers. Must have fast food experience.
Hospital Apply in person, 1180 S.
FM 51, Decatur.
Medical/Dental
Mobile Homes
Chico. Small 1-bedroom cabin
$375/month, $375/deposit, water included. No pets. (940)210-9158 or
(214)926-2613.
Now Hiring
All Positions
NOW
HIRING
Assistant Managers -
Full time / Part-time
RGM’s 3 years or more experience
Spaces & lots
2 years or less experience
$190/MONTH & UP
Springtown RV Park, 3080 W. Highway
199,
Springtown.
(817)220-4678.
Covered/uncovered spaces. Laundry. Free Internet. Daily/weekly/monthly rates.
EMPLOYMENT
Shift Managers -
6 months minimum experience
All other positions no experience required
Apply in person
Bridgeport or Decatur Locations
Between 2 - 4 p.m.
Equal Opportunity Employer
• Employment Information
• Childcare
• Food Service • Medical/
Dental • Miscellaneous
• Office • Retail/Sales
• Trades • Work Wanted
Adult/Elderly Care
PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Need reliable person to help disabled man, including light housekeeping/cooking. Short hours, good
pay. Call (940)433-8851 before
noon.
Line Servers
2000 S. FM 51 Decatur, TX 76234
Apply in person
2000 S. FM
51 • Decatur, TX 76234
www.wiseregional.com
401 N. Hwy. 287, Decatur
Urgent Care Center in Decatur
seeking CMA or LVN. Also hiring
NCT or RT. Please fax resume to
(940)626-2113.
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HIRING CLASS A CDL DRIVERS
In Bridgeport
Positions for local hauling of Aggregate
and Hot-Mix. Over-the-road positions for
Sleeper Trucks with Pneumatic Tankers
Most trucks are 2012’s. Great settlement checks.
Is Building A
Strong Team
Experience preferred
Call Jack @ 469-400-4971
Employment information
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EMPLOYM
3/2/1, 2000 square foot house for
rent in Boyd. $800/month. Call
(940)389-3617.
PUBLISHER’S NOTICE:
All real estate advertising in this
newspaper is subject to the Fair
Housing Act which makes it illegal
to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on
race, color, religion, sex, handicap,
familial status or national origin,
or an intention, to make any such
preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with
parents or legal custodians, pregnant
women and people securing custody
of children under 18.
RENTALS
Decatur: 2/1, $950/month.
Alvord: 3/2/2, horse permitted.
1-bedroom studio, $475/month.
Property Management,
(940)368-1811.
Classified Advertising Policy:
Classified ads for the Weekend/Midweek
edition are $14 per week for 20 words or
less (each additional word is 70¢). To also
run the same ad in Classified Gold, the
price is $22 per week ($1.10 each additional word).
Deadlines:
Classified Line Ads
Midweek Edition: 10 a.m. on Tuesday
Weekend Edition: 10 a.m. on Friday
Classified Gold: 10 a.m. on Friday
Real Estate Ads
Midweek Edition: 3 p.m. on Thursday
the week before
Weekend Edition: 3 p.m. on Tuesday
Classified Display Ads
Midweek Edition: Noon on Friday
Weekend Edition: Noon on Wednesday
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE OR RENT
Acreage
(20 words or less).
4-week For Sale Special: Place an ad
of 20 words or less for 2 weeks in any
For Sale classification of the Wise County
and extra 2 weeks FREE! Also run the same
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WELDERS NEEDED
Landmark Fabrication is hiring Gas Metal and
Flux-Cored Arc Welders for 1st and 2nd shifts.
Must have solid work experience with an impeccable
safety record. These are full time, direct hire positions at
our Decatur fabrication facility. Please call Landmark at
1-888-486-6888 or 817-230-8820.
EEO/AA M/F/D/V
.
NOW HIRING
FULL TIME CAREGIVERS
Day and Night Shifts Available
LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS
Apply in Person
Mon., Wed. & Fri. • 9 am - 2 pm • 1204 N. Bus. 287 • Decatur
OIL FIELD SERVICE
IS HIRING A TOTER
TRUCK
DRIVER
Manufactured
Home
Refurb
Yard
Decatur, TX Location
2 yrs.
experience
is looking
for an
Minimum
required.
Worker
Foroil field.
MovingExperienced
mobile homes
in the
Installing Cabinets, Flooring & Trim Work
Competitive salary & benefits.
Apply within at 106 CR 1180, Alvord
Call 940-626-2274
Call
Mickey at
TANK TRUCK DRIVERS
Alan Ritchey, Inc. is hiring Tank Truck Driver to haul water out of Jacksboro, Texas.
Pay is $17/hr. plus overtime:
YOU MUST:
• Have a Class “A” CDL with tanker endorsement
• Have at least 1 year verifiable driving experience (Tanker exp a Plus)
• Be at least 23 years old
BENEFITS:
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Vacation, Personal Days and Holiday Pay
If interested apply online at www.alanritchey.com.
EOE M/F/H/V
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY HIRING OPERATORS
DUSTROL, INC. has been in business since 1973. We are
looking to hire equipment operators for road construction.
Starting pay range is $10 to $16 per hour. Pay rate will depend
on experience. Overtime is paid after 40 hours at the rate of
time and a half. Hotel and per diem ($10 per meal) is paid by
Dustrol. We are a safety oriented company willing to train on the
following equipment: Landscape Loaders, Skid Steers
(Bobcat), Broce Brooms, Stockpile Loaders and Milling
Machines. Some travel is involved. We work in Texas,
Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas. A CDL with Hazmat and
tanker endorsement is a plus. Current drivers license is required
as well as a pre-employment drug screen. DUSTROL, INC. is an
employee owned company that offers 401(k), ESOP BCBS
Insurance (Medical and Dental), Paid Vacation and Sick Time.
Interested applicants should apply in person at
2801 Hwy 114, Fort Worth, Texas.
We are located one mile west of the intersection of I35W and SH 114,
next to the Texas Motor Speedway.
EOE
10
EMPLOYMENT
Water truck drivers, non-CDL. Must
pass background check, drug
screening and good driving record.
Pay, $10-$12/hour. Apply in person,
115 East 1st Street, Justin.
“ We Are Looking
for YOU!”
The
Hills
NURSING &
REHABILITATION
CNAs
APPLY IN PERSON AT
201 E. THOMPSON, DECATUR
or FAX RESUME
to 940-627-3937 EEO/M/F/D/W
Home Health Care Agency
expanding to Wise County
NOW HIRING
• Full Time LVN
• Part-Time RNN
$28 - $35 per visit (LVN)
$75 - $125 per visit (RN)
Benefits available:
Company Car, Cell Phone,
Laptop, Insurance
Please fax resume to
214-965-0434
• Certified Activities Director
• Full-Time Porter
• Full-Time RN
• Part-Time Laundry Aide
Apply In Person At
701 West Bennett Rd., DECATUR or call
940-626-2800
Bay Landing is accepting applications for seasonal fun filled jobs.
March-October 2012. Positions
available: rangers, housekeepers,
recreational. You can pick up an application at Ranger Station, 2305
West Highway 380, Bridgeport,
Texas 76426. Back ground checks
done. Must be able to work
week-ends. Or call (940)683-3019.
Construction workers/laborers
needed. Carpentry & concrete finishing skills important. Near Bridgeport. (940)575-4160.
EEO M/F/D/V
Senior Care Health
& Rehabilitation Center
Enjoy making others smile? Want to
help create wonderful long-lasting
memories? MD Resort Guest Ranch
is a positive, exciting, team-oriented
work environment! Qualifications:
positive attitude, computer skills,
typing, weekends required, great
people skills and fun personality!
Apply in person. (817)489-5150. For
directions, visit
www.mdresort.com/map.htm.
Now hiring for the following positions:
FULL-TIME
• CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE
• LVN
Apply in person at
2108 15th St. • Bridgeport or call
940-683-5023
EEO M/F/D/V
Part-time farm help needed. Must
have valid driver’s license & knowledge of tractors. (940)433-3966.
Salesman/relief dispatcher. Alternate weekends required. Apply in
person at 4566 N. Highway 287,
Decatur.
Apply at
www.entegris.com
Contract home study specialist
needed. Bachelor's in human services required. CPS or child placing
experience preferred. Wise and
surrounding counties. Email resume:
mauneyandassociates@centex.net.
Experienced CNC lathe machinist
needed. Must have a minimum of
5-years experience. Programming
and live-tooling experience a plus.
Must also have your own tools and
be able to perform set-ups. Apply at
Decatur Machine Services, Inc.,
3720 US Highway 380 West, Decatur, TX; or email resume to
miles@decaturms.com.
Looking for licensed journeyman
and apprentice electricians. Must be
clean cut, have valid drivers’ license, pass drug test & have commercial/industrial experience.
(817)233-3167.
MECHANIC
Hendershot Equipment is now hiring
a qualified small engine mechanic.
You must have your own tools and
a good DL. Apply in person at 1841
N. US Highway 287, Decatur.
Now hiring Class A CDL drivers with
2-years experience. Oilfield/environmental/construction transportation. Paid weekly, insurance, Aflac,
paid vacations and much more. Call
Daniel, (800)448-6323.
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Time for Tree Trimming, Leaves,
Yard & Flower Bed Clean Up
MYERS
ALL PRO LAWN CARE
Lawn service, landscaping, tree trimming. Free estimates.
Call now for spring
clean up. Dylan,
(817)891-1600.
FREE ESTIMATES
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• GRADING
• SAND
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• GRAVEL
• BACKHOE
• FARM TRACTOR WORK
• PLOWING AND DISKING
• SEASONAL PLANTING
NOW HIRING
Delivery Truck Driver
Local Routes
Class A CDL Required
Minimum 2 Years
Experience
Must be able to
operate forklift.
CLEARVIEW TREE SERVICE
Tree removal & stump grinding. Insured,
local seniors discount.
(940)626-4345.
SCHEDULING SPRING TRACTOR
WORK RIGHT NOW!
937 N. FM 1655 • Alvord, TX 76225
FAX: 940-427-2555
E-MAIL: bmyers937@centurylink.net
Please Contact:
REMODELING
Specializing in kitchens & baths.
From concrete to shingles, we do it
all! Proctor Custom Homes,
(817)881-9023.
Travis Wilson
940-389-3040
SERVICES
Let me fix it
• Childcare
• Business
• Housecleaning
• Let Me Fix It
• Miscellaneous
• Tutoring
SERVIC
HANDYMAN
30-years experience. Any job, large
or small, superior craftsmanship, fair
prices, free estimates. Call Dave,
(940)210-4154.
Adult/Elderly care
Business
BRUCE’S HOUSE LEVELING
Foundation repair, sheetrock, tape
& bedding repair. All work guaranteed! Free estimates. 30 years experience. (817)690-2429.
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Transport Drivers Needed
• 2 years verifiable driving experience or
Ag & Small Engine Technician
1 year oilfield driving
experience
22
years
minimum
age;
22 years minimum
• Class A CDL age;
Apply at www.ag-power.com
• We pay you fordriving
your experience
2
experience;
or
2 years
years verifiable
verifiable
• Employee anddriving
Family Healthexperience;
Insurance
Contact Tom Horton 817-636-2223
• Night shift premium
Class
A
CDL;
Class A CDL;
• Night shift bonus
22 years minimum age;
2We
years
verifiable
driving
experience;
your
Cleburne
area: experience
817.925.5154
Scott
We pay
pay you
you for
for
your
experience
Bridgeport area: 940.393.5525 Danny
Employee
and
Employee
and Family
Family health
health insurance
insurance
Class
A CDL;
Night
Night shift
shift premium
premium
We
payshift
youbonus
for your experience
Night
Night shift bonus
Call Lonnie Gray at 817-909-1768
Jeremiah 29:11
Mowing • Edging • Trimming
Commercial or Residential
Brush Hog Mowing
• Composition
• Metal Roofs
• Insurance Claims
• Competitive Pricing
Insured
Kenny Moran
Cell 817-247-9965
Office 940-433-5470
LAWN MOWERS
for sale, starting at $300. Also buy,
trade, repair & do service calls.
(940)255-2761, (940)748-2408.
866-509-7663
TRANSPORTDrivers
DRIVERS NEEDED
Transport
Needed
Transport
Drivers
Needed
• 22 years minimum age
• RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
• COMPLETE LAWN MAINTENANCE
• LAWN CUTTING
• LANDSCAPE RENOVATION
• FLOWER BED RENOVATION WITH
SEASONAL COLORS
• GUTTER CLEANING
• SPRING CLEAN-UP
Lawn Care
Toll Free
Hiring for the Justin and Weatherford Yards
25 PLUS YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Klean Kut
940-328-1971
Salesperson needed for Buy Here
Pay Here car lot in Bridgeport. Experience preferred. Must be neat,
professional & highly motivated. Call
Mitch @ (940)683-1999.
GRAY’S LAWN &
LANDSCAPING
t
lis
TOENAILS TRIMMED BY TERRY
Let me help those bad feet feel
good again. Experienced RN will
come to you. (817)564-1356.
Retail/Sales
BOBBY’S FENCE
All types fencing. Free estimates.
Over 25-years experience.
(817)444-3213.
Ty Kennedy 940-627-SLAB
ist
Office
with stable work
history, mechanical
aptitude and desire
to work locally. Pay
$10.50/hr - $13.80/hr
depending on skills
and experience.
Concrete, Inc.
al
Landscape crew leaders. Miminum
21-years-old. Drive crew to job &
perform landscape installation.
$10-$14/hour. Must pass background check, drug screening, with
good driving record. Apply in person, 115 East 1st Street, Justin.
PROCESS TECHS
3D FARM & RANCH SERVICES
All types fencing, metal buildings,
carports, custom gates, entrances,
cattle guards, mobile & shop welding, general clean-up, skid steer
work. YOU NAME IT, WE DO IT!!
(940)210-1242.
Insist on Quality
ci
Please apply in person
Monday through Friday.
Full-time position for auto
detailer/porter with ability to obtain
state inspection license. Current
state inspection license a plus.
9a.m.-7p.m., Mon.-Sat. Send resume to:
applications2job@yahoo.com.
HIRING
Webmaster, digital photography.
youtube, html. www.texascraft.com
is looking for an intern. Starting pay,
$11.25/hour. Supplemental health
care, paid sick days, vacation. Send
resume to:
webmaster@texascraft.com.
Fencing
Lawn and garden
For all your concrete needs!
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Come join the ranks
of our team of
professional caregivers.
3472 South U.S. Hwy 287
Decatur
627-SLAB
eS
RNs, LVNs & CNAs
Excellent benefit package.
Apply in Person
Tejas Oilfield Services, a division of
Select Energy Services, is currently
seeking rock haulers (belly dump)
and flatbed drivers. CDL applicants
need only apply. 1-year CDL experience required. We offer competitive
pay; 401k with company match; affordable medical, dental, and life insurance; paid vacation; and paid
holidays. Drug free environment.
Apply in person at 239 County Road
3503, Bridgeport, TX 76426. EOE.
Remember
gl
Due to our expansion we
are in need of:
Hardworking, organized, honest,
self motivated individual with good
people skills & ability to multi-task.
Parts experience preferred
CATE CONCRETE
27-years experience, residential,
commercial. Patios, driveways,
slabs, retaining walls, tear out & replace. Dirt work. Free estimates.
(817)395-2321.
in
soon to be
Advanced Rehabilitation
and Healthcare of Bowie
1101 Rock St.
Part Time
Parts Counter
Position
SCHOOL
BUS
DRIVERS
NEEDED, Training available.
Enjoy important and meaningful
work that is close to home with favorable hours (weekend work not
required ) and competitive pay and
benefits. Prospective team members must be able to pass a D.O.T.
physical, be drug free, and possess
a clean driving record. Contact the
Decatur ISD Transportation Department at (940)393-7120.
BLACKBURN’S ORGANIZING
Organize your home, garage or office to find things in seconds! Specializing in overstuffed closets.
Laura,
(940)575-1935,
(817)455-9464.
Sh
BELLMIRE HEALTHCARE
FACILITIES, LLC
& Equipment, Inc.
Trades
Miscellaneous
Now hiring for the
following positions:
Zimmerer Kubota
FARM AND
RANCH
SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL PAINTING
and renovation. Prices
starting at $1/square
foot. 20-years experience. Clean work. BC
Painting, Bret Carr,
(940)297-7549.
RUSSELL’S HOME
IMPROVEMENT
& REPAIR
Decks, Drywall,
Add-ons,
Flooring, Roofing
Much More
For FREE Estimates call
940-389-4943
LAWN MOWING
Weekly, monthly or one time. Decatur area. Call for estimates. Leave
message, (940)393-6464.
SS LAWN CARE
Full lawn care service. Mowing,
landscaping, tree trimming, fertilization, flower beds and more. References available. 10-years experience. Commercial/residential. Call
Shane
for
free
estimate.
(940)210-9444.
TREES TRIMMED & REMOVED
39 years in business, insured. All
major credit cards accepted.
(817)444-0861, Teater.
YARD MOWING
Lawn work, weed eating. One time,
weekly, or monthly. Call Blake,
(940)577-0158.
Employee
and Family817.925.5154
health insurance Scott
Cleburne
Cleburne area:
area:
817.925.5154
Scott
Keen
Electrical Service
SEEKING
CDL
DRIVERS
COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL • RESIDENTIAL
Night
shift premium
Bridgeport
area: 940.393.5525
Kirby
Service Upgrades
CLASS940.393.5525
A AND B
Bridgeport area:
Kirby
Night shift bonus
Aggregate End Dump Tractor-Trailer Operator
• Competitive pay plus overtime
• Paid insurance
Cleburne
area:plan 817.925.5154
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
Bridgeport
area:
940.393.5525
• Safety
bonuses
Must be willing to travel
If interested please call
940-627-1005
Scott
Quality Service & Reasonable Rates
25 Years Experience
Licensed/Insured TECL #26308
940-399-0373
American Owned & Operated
Bobcat Work
Kirby
Gravel Roads
House Pads
Post Hole Drilling
Final Grade
Home
Improvements
Trenching
Drainage Repair
Culverts
Land/Lot Clearing
Trenching
Cattle Guards
Road Grading
940-393-6622
MERCHANDISE
FOR SALE
FARM AND RANCH
Livestock
BOER & MIXED BREED GOATS
for sale. Some can be licensed
100% pure bred. $35-$150. Boyd
area. (817)320-0841.
BUY, SELL & TRADE
All classes of horses, ponies,
sheep, goats, cattle & trailers.
(940)224-1470, (940)644-5956.
CREMELLO PALOMINO
6-year-old rideable mare, too much
for us. $750, will consider trade for
livestock. (817)917-0280.
LLAMAS
weanlings (6-months-old), adults,
bred females, guardians & pet quality. We provide training & support
for new owners. (940)433-5897.
Mowing
ACREAGE MOWING
Tractor services. Plowing, seeding,
aerating, tilling, fertilizing available.
Tommy, (940)482-6578.
ALL AROUND WISE LAWN
Care. High quality, low
prices, free estimates.
Call
today,
(940)393-1686.
Cutting Edge
HAY
PASTURE AERATION
Speeds root regeneration, reduces
rainfall runoff, controls erosion and
increases yield. Round and square
hay baling.
(940)644-6669,
(940)399-8484
50 years of actual service
in Hay Sales. Try us and
see if our prices can be beat!
PETS
Horse & Cow Quality
Thank you,
Danny Taylor
940-389-3068
Charles H. Taylor
940-627-3385
940-393-2728
20 rolls coastal, cow hay. $60/each.
Cash
only,
no
checks.
(940)393-6962.
HAY FOR SALE
Cow hay for sale, round or square,
mixed grass. Call (940)433-2678 or
cell,
(940)337-1728.
HAY FOR SALE
Mixed coastal & Johnson grass.
Round bales. Delivery available.
(940)393-2456.
LARGE FERTILIZED
coastal bales. (940)393-9089.
Looking for quality lease pasture to
run our cows on, preferably within
30 minutes of Bridgeport. Call Jason
at (817)247-8011.
FULL SERVICE LAWN CARE
AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE
MOWING-DECATUR AREA
Yards, lots, acreage. Weekly,
monthly or one time. Call for estimates.
Leave
message,
(940)393-6464.
Pasture and feed
HAY FOR SALE
Horse quality, mostly alfalfa, some
grass mix. 800 lb. bales, stored inside. (940)577-5144.
Firewood
Pets
!!ATTENTION!!
We suggest that our readers thoroughly investigate any advertiser
before investing any money.
ANATOLIAN SHEPHERDS
AKC registered. Working dogs and
puppies for sale. (940)644-2545,
DACHSHUND PUPPIES
Registered, 7-weeks-old, males &
females. Brindle, dapple & 1
long-hair available. Parents on site.
(940)367-6861.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHAN
FOR SA
Garage sales
Spencer Pryor - Owner
FREE ESTIMATES
Residential & Commercial
MOWING
large acreage or lawns. Pole or
chain saw work. (940)210-0723.
PETS
• Appliances
• Furniture
• Garage Sales
• Firewood
• Miscellaneous
• Auctions
LAWN CARE
940-210-1683
• Pets
Quality Fertilizers
at Affordable Prices
!!ATTENTION!!
If you do not see your garage sale
in this section, please look in the
paid circulation of the Wednesday
Wise County Messenger.
Garage sale ads in All Around Wise
MUST be called in before 10a.m.
Friday, THE WEEK BEFORE the
sale, and cost is a minimum of $22.
If you only want your garage sale in
the paid circulation, deadline is
10a.m. Tuesday, the week of the
sale, and cost is a minimum of $14.
Bridgeport, 2105 Fair Oaks Drive,
Sat., March 10. Moving sale. Elementary teacher materials, ladies
size 18 clothes, furniture, rooster
items, much more. Cheap prices.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE
split oak, pecan & mesquite. Seasoned or green. Call (940)389-3413
or (940)389-8511.
FOR SALE
3-piece
living
room
(940)210-0723.
TRANSPORTATION
Bad Credit?
Cars
Bishop’s
Wise Car
& Truck Co.
1110 Hovey St. Bridgeport
940-683-1999
BAD CREDIT OK
BUY HERE
PAY HERE
No Credit?
No Problem.
We Finance
in Bridgeport!
Ask us about
$500 DOWN
WWW.WISECARANDTRUCK.NET
Gas Card
Miscellaneous
11
With Approved Credit
940-683-9663
$20
set.
RARE COINS
All kinds. Proof sets back to 1700’s.
All silver back to 1850’s. Norman
Rockwell collections, including
Santa/Christmas. (940)210-0723.
WE BUY SILVER COINS
(940)433-2255.
WHEELCHAIR LIFTS
Ramps, mobility scooters, golf carts
and repairs. Free pickup and delivery. Call Matt Sadberry @ MedCare/Maximum. (940)393-1427.
WOLF TANNING BED
for sale. Sunvision Pro 28 LXF with
face tanner, $650. Phone,
(940)644-2783.
BuyHerePayHereTexas.com
Register for a FREE
Gas Card!
We are giving away 10
$20 gas cards every week.
Visit www.bmgautosales.com
to register for yours!!
107 S. Hwy. 287 • Decatur
940-626-8000
No Credit Checks
✓ 100% Natural
✓ Improves Soil
✓ Reduces Cost
Taking the science of
AGRICULTURE
one step further...
David Bowen: 940-393-0467
Mike Brewer: 817-247-3381
Contact Us for All Your Auction Needs
ESTATE / ANTIQUE AUCTION
Saturday, March 10 • 10 a.m.
Huge Estate Auction includes Antiques, Collectibles, Huge IGA Porcelain Sign,
Piano, Huge Crock Jug, Lots of old Cast Iron Items, Old Bottles & Jars, Early
1900’s Gas Heater, Side by Side Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer, Sofa & Loveseat,
Recliner, Beautiful Rare Cinnamon Bear Mount, Furniture, Executive Desk,
Glassware, 1950’s Candy Machine, Artwork: Bev Doolittle, G. Harvey, etc, Boats,
Utility Trailer, Guns, Knives, Silver Coins Such as Morgans, Antique Bills
Fractional Currency, Horse Blanket Bills, Confederate Bills, Kitchen Sinks,
Ceiling Fans, Bowflex Machine complete, China Hutch hand made in China with
hand cut glass doors, Big Screen TV, Recliner, Huge Area Rug, Computer with
Flatscreen Monitor, Printer, Computer Desk, Oak Tea Cart, Patio Furniture,
Workbenches, and More, Too Much to List.
All items can be previewed Friday, March 9, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Our new location is one block east of Hwy 114 on Hwy 380. Turn south on
Woodville (Across 380 from Yesterday’s Restaurant) and go 1 block. Turn Right
on Adrian and we are on the left. You can’t miss us.
10% Buyer’s premium. All items sold “Where is, as is.”
We are accepting consignments for our March 24 auction NOW!
Hometown Auction Service
206 Adrian
Bridgeport, TX 76426
Judy Norred TX Lic. #16795
Cell: 817-955-3873 • Office 940-683-2925
www.hometownauctionservice.com
WE BUY JUNK CARS
and trucks. Lost titles
(940)433-2255.
OK.
I’LL BUY THOSE YARD CARS
as well as your good used cars.
Arvin, (817)925-8768.
DEPENDABLE CARS & TRUCKS
$3,500 or less. Spend
your tax refund at Cowgirl Auto Sales, 804
Business Highway 287,
Decatur,
TX;
(940)626-0070. Let’s do business!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
• Card of Thanks
• Let’s Swap
• Lost & Found
• Personal
• Wanted
ANNOUNCEM
www.cowgirlautosales.com.
Pickups/Vans/SUVs
2003 HONDA CRV
4-wheel drive, 5-speed, 161,190
original miles, runs great, rough interior.
1-owner.
$5,500.
(940)337-4555.
Lost and found
Lost: Smith & Wesson, 38 caliber
pistol, in bag with clothing, at Swap
Meet, Decatur, Sat., Feb. 25. Has
been reported to Decatur P.D. Reward! (325)370-7313.
A NEW LANDFILL HAS BEEN APPROVED
OR HADN’T YOU HEARD?
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Community Focus
Decatur EDC honors local businesses
The Decatur Economic Development Corp. recognized local
businesses at its annual Business Appreciation Dinner Feb.
21.
The Legend Award was presented to the Woodruff and Wren
law firm, which has served the
Wise County legal community
in one form or another for more
than a century. (Read the full
story in the Messenger’s Saturday, Feb. 25, edition.)
Other businesses and organizations recognized by the EDC
are featured in the photos below.
PUBLIC SECTOR/
NON-PROFIT — The
award for public
sector/non-profit
went to the Decatur
Cares summer
feeding program.
Accepting were
Ken May, Anna
Nicholas and Mayor
Joe Lambert, from
EDC Director Jody
Adams.
WISE COUNTY COWBOY CHURCH
wisecountycowboychurch.com
Sunday Morning • 10:30
Worship service • Children’s Church
Wednesday evening • 7:00
Bible Study • Youth
2070 Old Denton Road
Decatur, Texas
(Off Hwy 380 Approximately 1.5 miles East of Decatur)
Messenger photos
by Phil Major
Serving All Patients of Wise County
We offer a sliding scale for uninsured or low income
patients and accept private insurance,
Medicaid & Medicare
To meet all your medical needs,
We provide an array of services
Open: Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - Noon, & 1 - 5 p.m.
940-393-0100 to Schedule an appointment
Located at 2000 FM 51, Suite D • Decatur
at Wise Regional Health System’s WEST Campus
TECHNOLOGY IN HEALTH CARE — The award for advanced
technology in health care was awarded to Bond Family Eye
Care, Michael and Lindsay Bond, and presented by EDC
President Andrew Sandford.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES — Raymond Wood of
James Wood Motors receives the award for employment
opportunities from EDC Director Jody Adams.
BRIDGEPORT
IRON & METAL
WE
PAY
TOP PRICES
FOR ALL METALS
State Certified Scales
Accurate Weights
MONDAY - FRIDAY
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
MARKETING AND ADVERTISING — Jeff Jones, representing
David’s Western Store and National Roper’s Supply,
receives the award for marketing and advertising strategies
from EDC Director Jody Adams.
QUALITY PRODUCTS — Jim Darnell of Landmark Fabrication
receives the award for quality products from EDC President
Andrew Sandford.
NEW
BUSINESS
— CVS
Pharmacy
Manager
John Walton,
Store
Manager
Rolly Sotello
and District
Manager
Clay Kilby
accept
the award
for new
business
from EDC
President
Andrew
Sandford.
LOCAL PRODUCTS ★ LOCAL PEOPLE
NOW OPEN
Harlow Feed and Seed
507 E. Walnut • Decatur
Sweetlix • Big River Sales Livestock Panels
Garden Seeds • Vegetable Plants • Bedding Plants
Hanging Plants
Check our website for weekly specials
www.harlowfeedandseed.com
940.626.3755 • 507 E. Walnut St. in Decatur
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
SATURDAY
8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
3261 S. HWY 101 • BRIDGEPORT • 940-683-2005
Decatur Woman’s Club
2nd Annual Quilt Show & Luncheon
Over 100 Quilts To View
Monday, April 2 • 11:30 am - 2 pm
Decatur Church of Christ • FM 51 S. & Preskitt Rd.
$15 - Luncheon/Quilt Show • $5 - View Quilt Show Only
Reservation by Friday, March 31. For information call 817-929-9474
Raffle for Queen Size Quilt - 6/$5 or $1 each
(Purchase from any Woman’s Club Member or at Patti’s Hair Parlor)
Proceeds to benefit the community
DuVall’s
SCHOOL OF COSMETOLOGY
SASSOON ACADEMY
USA Canada Australia
SCHOOL CONNECTION
M E M B E R 2 0 1 2
NEED A
NEW
CAREER?
DuvallsSchool.com 817-281-8819
13
KARL KLEMENT
PRE-OWNED
OVER 150 MODELS IN STOCK FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY!
1991 Jeep Wrangler
2007 Colorado Ext. Cab
2008 Chevy Silverado
Great for 4-wheeling fun.
Nice truck, great for student or 2nd car.
Nice truck, good eye appeal. Excellent value!
2011 F-450 King Ranch SuperDuty
14,995
7, 995
$
$
*
55,995
$
Perfect for runabout or student.
10,900
*
$
*
GAS SAVER! GAS SAVER!
10,995
$
*
2010 Lincoln Town Car
2008 Lincoln MKZ
A heavenly ride with all the whistles & bells.
Navigation, moonroof, nice.
28,995
$
$
20, 995
Great 4-door SUV. Economical.
16,995
$
*
*
Great for school or church.
22,995
$
*
2011 Mustang Convertible
2009 Ram 1500 Crew Cab
2008 Ford Edge
A fun drive in the sun or under the ragtop.
Versatile truck for work or play.
Great CUV for family car or 2nd car.
Really sharp SUV with lots of eye appeal.
21,995
*
17,995
$
*
2011 15-Passenger Van
2010 Explorer XLT
*
17,995
$
2009 Ford Escape
2008 Focus
2008 Ranger Reg. Cab
Crew Cab, 4x4, loaded all the way!
*
$
*
2009 Nissan Titan Crew Cab
18,995
$
*
16,995
$
*
2011 Ram 2500 Crew Cab
2005 F-250 Super Crew
Diesel, 4x4, great for working or haulin’.
Diesel engine for lots of towing or hauling.
2010 F-150 Super Crew 4x4
Chrome package. Super eye appeal.
18,995
$
*
2011 Taurus Limited
Great family vehicle. Lots of cargo area.
32, 995
2010 Lincoln MKX
$
*
2011 F-150 Super Cab 4x4
Very nice affordable 4x4.
*
2010 Ford Fusion Sedan
Great mid-sized sedan. Economical.
26,995
$
19,995
$
*
16,995
$
*
2011 F-150 Raptor SuperCrew SVT
2010 Lincoln MKX
2011 Lincoln MKT
2011 F-250 SuperCrew
4x4, ready to rock and roll!
Lots of extras and super nice interior.
Luxury all the way with this sporty Lincoln.
4x4 with lots of room and towing capacity.
Ultra nice CUV for superior ride and appointments.
30,995
$
23,995
*
$
Great ride and handling. Great for touring.
36,995
$
*
49,995
$
*
*
29,995
$
*
33,995
$
*
33,995
$
*
Shop 24/7 at klementdecatur.com
1.9
Exclusive Preowned Premium Values at Klement Ford in Decatur
%
APR
Available on Ford Certified
Pre-Owned Cars and Trucks
to qualified buyers.
• FREE Fillup of Fuel with your Preowned purchase.
• WARRANTY available for up to 130,000 miles.
• FINANCING available for ALL credit types
• FREE CARFAX on every vehicle.
• FREE Maintenance for one year.
*Plus tax, title and license.
Angie Mathias
Mike Buckwheat
Dan Jordan
Steven Washburn
Earnest Schoolcraft
Cody Ferguson
US Hwy. 287 South • Decatur, Texas • 940-627-1101
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COMPLETE SYSTEMS CHANGE OUT
As $
95 PER MONTH
Low
Inside the Frame
As
111
Service
Calls
49
$
(with approved credit)
Expires
5/31/2012
or 3 Years No Interest
In the
moments
before the ride
By BRANDON EVANS
Light from the sun at its
apex glints off a rodeo spur.
The beam filters through
a soft, sapphire-blue atmosphere and iron bars. A father
cradles the worn leather boot
carefully before handing it to
his son, who is moments from
riding in a saddle bronc competition.
Hours of preparation and
proper planning factor into an
eight-second ride. A ride that
runs swift as sunlight flashing
for a moment off a bit of metal.
But in the mind of the young
cowboy, with chemicals pumping in the brain, emotions on
high-pressure like fuel pumping through gyrating parts of
an internal combustion engine,
the moment metamorphoses
into something greater. It creates a mental imprint that
distinguishes itself from other
thoughts, a recollection solid
as muscle and bone, leather
and metal, as lasting as the
hard copy of a photograph.
Our roaming photographer
captured this image close to
home last weekend during the
high school rodeo at the Sheriff’s Posse Grounds in Decatur.
Natural light dictated the timing of the photograph. Not content with just shooting the action, the story can also be told
by capturing activity behind
the scenes. In this case, one
passing detail that leads to the
moment of making a memory.
HOMEWARD BOUND
2 Out of 3 Rehab Patients return home in less than 30 days!
940-255-0097
www.advancedcooling.net
TACLB28493E
DECATUR VETERINARY CLINIC
$6 Canine and Feline
Rabies Vaccination
March 1-31 • No Appointment Necessary
Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Saturdays, 8 a.m.-11 a.m.
2101 S. College • Decatur • 940-627-2158
Decatur, TX
3936 South Highway 287
940-626-8032
Karl Klement Ford
Your Gas Saving
HEADQUARTERS
2012 Fiesta
Up to
40
MPG $
12 999
14 499
17799
18 399
*
,
MSRP $13,995, Factory Rebate $500, KKFord Disc $496.
Up to
2012 Focus
37
$
MPG
Senior Care Decatur Rehab Team
Why Is Our Homeward Bound Program So Successful?
A big reason would be
our Rehabilitation Team!
Our In-House team which,
consists of Physical;
Occupational; and Speech
Therapy, that focus on you
& reaching your goals.
*
,
2012 Fusion
Up to
33
MPG
$
*
,
MSRP $21990, Factory Rebate $2000, $500 FMC, KKFord Disc $1691.
2012 Escape
Senior Care Bridgeport Rehab Team
Senior Care is here to meet all your needs: Short Term
Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Services, or Long Term Care.
Up to
28
$
MPG
*
,
All prices plus tax, title and license. Factory rebates assigned to dealer, FMC rebate
requires financing with Ford Motor Credit to qualified buyers.
Shop 24/7 at www.klementdecatur.com
BRIDGEPORT
2108 15th Street
Bridgeport, Texas 76426
940-683-5023
Senior Care
Health & Rechabilitation Center
BRIDGEPORT / DECATUR
“Experience the Difference”
DECATUR
701 West Bennett Rd
940-626-2800
US Hwy. 287 South, Decatur • 940-627-1101
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