Wise county messenger crime report archives Death dominated the headlines in Wise County. The man was taken into custody ALMOST TIME TO TROT — The seventh Wise County Turkey Trot returns to the Decatur Square Thanksgiving morning, with a one-mile and a 5K beginning at 8:30 a. Gerre Joiner officiated. Complainant showed deputy video evidence to which the suspect was intentional in dumping a toilet seat and bowl, along with an RV awning. Many residents went over the top with their efforts: Front yards, pastures and public park spaces saw the rise of snowmen, but also, snow dogs, a snow Virgin Mary, snow video game characters and even snow president elects. MESSENGER ARCHIVES Wise County is now under 90-day burn ban as drought conditions continue to affect North Texas. Punishment in the case will be decided by 271st District Judge Brock Smith. 1 1 dead, 1 hurt in head-on collision on FM 920 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. Local cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy may have to travel STORM CHANCES IN FORECAST — After an unusually dry October, Wise County could break the dry spell and see strong, even severe, storms overnight. 81/287 North at County Road 4838. Here's a preview of the oldest and best tradition in the county. Monday, Nov. today at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery. Jake, a fourth-generation Wise County native, was born Jan. Detour signs will be posted north and south of the bridge. Since the start of the project, the iconic building in Downtown Decatur has gradually evolved, with a new roof, custom-crafted windows, interior upgrades, all topped off with a shiny copper finial. Lara Hornsby (16 kills, 16 digs, 2 block assists) was selected as the 4AI state MVP, and was joined on the 4AI all-state team by teammates A Boyd man has been indicted for capital murder in connection with the September shooting death of another Boyd resident. 14, 2024 in Decatur. Lawmakers argued that eliminating the inspections would save time and reduce ONLY IN WISETUESDAY, JUNE 11: COUNTY ROAD 4849 — A person temporarily staying on a property reported being assaulted with a stick by the property owner. 17: BOOTES DRIVE — Complainant advised an unknown neighbor was upset that her child left his bike in her driveway. Wise County Farm Bureau is closed Friday. On Sept. Daily Update; Subscribe to Simple-Click Update; Submit Update Items; the Wise County Sheriff’s Office will have a new leader. No offense ONLY IN WISESATURDAY, FEB. 3 PANTHERS FALL IN STATE SEMIS — Paradise’s best season in football program history came to an end Thursday. 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Horner is facing a potential death penalty in the 2022 murder case of 7-year Athena Strand. This afternoon’s high temperature is expected to be around 37 degrees with an overnight low of 22. Wise County Chief Deputy Craig Johnson said deputies responded to a home in the 200 block of County Road 4874 in Newark just after noon for a welfare concern after the office received a call from a person saying they had not been able BOYD, DECATUR VOLLEYBALL PUNCH TICKETS TO STATE FINALS — Wise County will have the rare opportunity to fight for two volleyball state championships this year. AUSTIN JACKSON | WCMESSENGER A Newark resident and a firefighter who rushed to their aid were transported to the hospital after a structure fire Wednesday afternoon spread to two homes in Newark. MESSENGER ARCHIVES With a new school year having just crossed the LOOKING FOR NEXT LEADER — Boyd ISD trustees were presented with details regarding its search for a new superintendent. She did wish to have a criminal trespass warning issued to the neighbor to prevent future incidents. Wise County voters went to the polls Tuesday to decide a number of races. The precipitation is expected to shift to rain, sleet and snow showers in the afternoon into the evening, and then to Wise Santa’s Deputies. at the Decatur Conference Center. Nov. MAN SENTENCED IN EXPLOSIVES CASE — A Decatur man charged in federal court with leaving a potential explosive device at a Decatur gas station three years ago has been sentenced to time served. COUNTY ROAD 1510 — Deputy responded to a report of possible stolen property. , The Wise County Courthouse historical restoration project has been underway for months. McDonald Max D. ‹ÿ?ŒHMê Ð >ç}™iÕÛú¼ T 5x€:(‘ »]¶kÊ eËWõ%k ‘¤P¦ 5 êæßÛ²³´Ç ÚAFArÀ™!s :Hä÷þû¿êw÷¨jzfTîÑh«F‹³«ƒ‘´€ïÿþjõ ONLY IN WISESATURDAY, OCT. the member of Bridgeport Police Department team has agreed to lend his talents to the Wise County Messenger, and will lead interviews with new guests and cover important topics affecting the Wise County community. WISE COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSION 3 JUVENILES INJURED IN UTV ACCIDENT — Three juveniles were transported to local hospitals after being injured in a UTV accident Saturday afternoon. Û(Ü¿·ei³¤c í £ 9¤È d ù½ÿþ¿ú rMÏŒÊ= kfq–ª Jeanette E. 380, received some of the heaviest snow . 7. The latest forecast says snow showers and sleet are expected Thursday morning, then snow showers possibly mixed with rain and sleet between noon and 3 p. Search for: Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. NRS-DAVID’S SUNDAY, NOV. Deputy spoke with complainant on scene and determined a civil issue had WEEKEND WRECK VICTIMS IDENTIFIED — Crash investigators have identified the two people killed in a head-on collision Saturday night in Alvord as Wichita Falls residents. He is survived by his sons, Kim and Kenne Lewis, Ernest Priester and Bowie O’Connor; daughter, Kay Kimbrough; sisters, Jennifer Lewis Poston, Deborah Lewis Harchfield, Andrea Lewis Sherman; brother-in-law, Mike Harchfield Only in Wise WEDNESDAY, MAY 4 COUNTY ROAD 3390 Complainant called stating she had been scammed out of $300 on the internet while trying to purchase baby cows. Deputies investigated the incident and placed both the uncle and aunt into custody and transported them to The Bridgeport Bulls closed out their 2024 home-opener against the Bowie Jackrabbits in dramatic fashion, ultimately winning the back-and-forth matchup 35-28 with some late game heroics. Those personally affected by the loss, as well as community members who wish to show their support for the law McKinley Bradford was found guilty of the murder of Chico resident John Freeman by a Wise County jury Monday afternoon. Love got his start in law Crime Report; Submit BRADFORD FOUND GUILTY OF MURDER — McKinley Mantrell Bradford was found guilty of the murder of Chico resident John Freeman by a Wise County jury Monday afternoon. Upon arrival, property owner admitted to it but stated it was in self defense after the temporary resident attempted to “sick his dogs on him. 5 election. Springtown Police Officers responded to reports of an accident involving serious injury in the 1000 block of South Main Street (FM 51) near the intersection with Lynch Bend Road. Hudson & Torres Family Funeral Home | 401 Halsell Street | Bridgeport, TX 76426 | hudsontorres. The punishment phase of the trial GRAND JURY RETURNS CAPITAL MURDER INDICTMENT — A Boyd man has been indicted for capital murder in connection with the September shooting death of another Boyd resident. FM 51, Decatur Precinct 3 ONLY IN WISE MONDAY, JAN. 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity SENIOR CHRISTMAS PARTY — The Owls Activity Center in Decatur will hold its annual Christmas Party for Wise County senior citizens 11 a. And to be honest, it still feels surreal. Paradise ended its season at 12-3 with its deepest playoff run in Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. -3 p. Election Day polling locations (* indicates new voting precinct since the last presidential election in 2020) Precinct 1. Matt Gage will officiate. . 45 in Bridgeport. Search for: Search Submit A Bridgeport resident was killed in a two-vehicle wreck Wednesday night in Rhome. 19: COYOTE TRAIL — A man had a verbal disagreement with his girlfriend. 19: STONEGATE COURT — A man advised his brother would come to the property and be a hassle. Deputies assisted with the tow of the vehicle. 7, 2024 By Messenger Staff | on November 07, 2024 ONLY IN WISEMONDAY, OCT. No bricks were observed in the roadway. Christmas in Paradise Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. BRENDAN MARCHAND | WCMESSENGER The Lady Eagles are only one win away from climbing to the top of the mountain. today for the general election, which features a number of races from U. , Suite A, Decatur, TX 76234. 271st District Judge Brock Smith delivered the judgment following the punishment phase of the trial. Christopher Michael Walker, 39, pleaded guilty Aug. ARCHIVES Wise County's oldest tradition and best kept secret is finally here. Jan. After leading the Panthers to their first playoff win since 1985 last season, Rickner’s squad rolled its momentum into the 2023-24 campaign. COUNTY ROAD 3212 — A minor physical altercation took place between partners. 1 Update for Thursday, January 2, 2025 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Decatur players celebrate after sweeping Celina Tuesday and advancing to the 4A Division I state title match. Wise County voters can cast a ballot at any of the four early voting locations: the main early voting location in the Women’s Building at the Wise County Fairgrounds, FLOOD WATCH ISSUED FOR WISE — A flood watch has been issued for Wise County due to rainfall in recent days and the expectation of more today. 22: U. We'll update the chart as results are released after 7 p. Daily Update; Subscribe to Simple-Click Update; at First United Methodist Church in Decatur. Per the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) crash report released Election coverage will also be featured in next week’s Wise County Messenger newspaper. Deputies made contact with the other Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. 28. Deputies arrived and ONLY IN WISE SUNDAY, NOV. Deputy arrived and seized the property. 22 COUNTY ROAD 1260 — A man was assaulted by his girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend. Please use the archive page or the search box to find older 27, 2024. Bradford’s estranged © 2019 - 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 A LOOK BACK AT 2024 — The final Messenger newspaper issue of the year includes a look back at the top news and sports stories of the year along with memorable quotes and photos. 1 Update for Monday, January 6, 2025 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 One person was taken to a Metroplex hospital after suffering injuries in a Christmas Day rollover wreck Wednesday. 7: COUNTY ROAD 2585 — Deputies found a vehicle left in the roadway with the driver door open. 81/287 near the Hubbard St. The Decatur Lady Eagles (30 By Messenger Staff on August 29, 2024 ONLY IN WISEMONDAY, AUG. The suspect in the case, Jose Diaz-Martinez, 33, remained in the Donley County Jail in The Wise Health System Cancer Center will close and medical oncology services will be relocated to the central hospital campus Dec. president to a number of local propositions. Top Stories. 40 OVER 40 SPECIAL SECTION — Today’s Wise County Messenger includes a 40 Over 40 special section, honoring outstanding local individuals over the age of 40. Trinity St. ×¹_ç/[ö~ó Ð 2 äØAè ѽׯ»ªgfUµ³Pµ«ÑU ÷x ®’î[¯{F£Ù‘¾n Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. ONLY IN WISEMONDAY, DEC. Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is Former Bridgeport podiatrist Brian Carpenter was sentenced to 45 months in federal prison Wednesday after being found guilty last year of participating in a scheme to fraudulently bill a health program for U. Daily Update; Subscribe to Simple-Click Update; Submit Update Items; 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940 ONLY IN WISESATURDAY, SEPT. tonight at Mineral Wells High School. Wanda was united in marriage to James Luther “Dickie” Dixon on April 26, 1986 in Graford. Thursday to noon Friday as a mix of frozen precipitation is expected with a winter storm. MESSENGER ARCHIVE PHOTO Local voters will get their chance to take care of a little unfinished primary business beginning Monday. Messenger archive photo This story has been updated. THURSDAY, JUNE 9 FARM ROAD 1655 — Caller Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. Suspect has Wanda was born on March 19, 1940, to Gladys Green Hudson and Edgbert Hudson in Bridgeport. On the recommendation of Wise ONLY IN WISEWEDNESDAY, NOV. It was later found a male driver left the vehicle and ran into the Grasslands. The 90-day burn ban replaces the previous weather-based burn ban that was renewed earlier this month. Jeanette was born July 23, 1934, to Wilson and Cleo (Culver) Lanier ONLY IN WISESATURDAY, AUG. Yesterday and overnight, rainfall totals included 0. ONLY IN WISE WEDNESDAY, JAN. Loading . Call/text Tiffany at 940-399-8594. A Fort Worth woman was killed and two more patients were hospitalized after a head-on collision involving two vehicles on Farm Road 730 south of Boyd Saturday night. 14: OLD DENTON HIGHWAY — Complainant advised her mother and mother’s boyfriend had an argument due to the man cutting his shelves with his chainsaw. 81/287 NORTHBOUND — A Greyhound bus driver called about an unruly rider. 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627 MORE HALLOWEEN EVENTS — A more extensive list of upcoming Halloween and fall festival events in Wise County can be found here and in this week’s Wise County Messenger. He graduated from Decatur 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity Prosecutors on Tuesday began laying out their murder case against McKinley Bradford, who they argue traveled from his home in Oklahoma to Chico to kill local resident John Freeman two-and-a-half years ago. S. -7 p. It will be more of the same over the next few days, with a 2023-24 Wise County Messenger Coach of the Year: Bo Rickner, Paradise boys basketball ARCHIVES In just two seasons, Paradise boys basketball coach Bo Rickner has helped establish the Panthers’ presence in Class 3A. 20, Smith granted a motion by Horner to move his capital murder trial out of Wise County, and the judge ordered the trial be Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. Worsening drought, windy conditions and warmer-than-normal October temperatures have Combined Denton and Wise County results show Hopper won the race by just under 2,500 votes. Pallbearers STORM WARNING ISSUED — The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning from 6 a. PO Box 903, 300 N. Deputies arrived and observed several signs of intoxication. The wreck occurred at about 4:30 p. ANOTHER FOGGY MORNING — Wise County is once again under a dense fog advisory until 10 a. HOLIDAY GREETINGS — This week’s Messenger includes our annual Holiday Greetings special section. Rita Mann Cox is book author and play producer, based on the true story by Edna Wood. BRADFORD SENTENCED TO 50 YEARS FOR MURDER — A day after a Wise County jury found McKinley Mantrell Bradford guilty of the murder of Chico resident John Freeman, a judge on Tuesday sentenced him to 50 years in prison. Explore 93 years of history through 4,573 issues from Decatur Wise Wise County this week was bracing for the first winter storm of the season on Thursday. The man was placed in custody, and a phone was seized for information on the current cases. Teenagers alleged the complainant threw bricks at them. 18, 2024, at Perryman Cemetery in Forestburg. Now, the member of Bridgeport Police Department team has agreed to lend his talents to the Wise County Messenger, and will lead interviews with new guests and cover important topics affecting the Wise County community. Latest Editions 2024 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 MONDAY, NOV. It is pot luck, so bring your favorite Christmas dish. com | 940-683-1704 WCSO OPENS DEATH INVESTIGATION — Two people were found dead and one other injured at a Newark home Wednesday. 28: SEA SALT COURT — A woman wanted to report her sister-in-law harassing her. The woman then ripped up the underpinning and started crawling under the residence. 13, 2024, in Decatur Graveside Service was 1 p. Daily Update; Subscribe to Simple-Click Update; Submit Update Items; SPORTS. TUESDAY, JAN. 27: SHERIFF’S OFFICE — A known offender was brought in by bounty hunters. Decatur (31-13) swept the Celina Bobcats in the 4AI state semi-finals Tuesday at the Curtis Culwell Center -- ELECTION DAY ARRIVES — Polls are open 7 a. 2: COUNTY ROAD 4371 — A woman stated a wedding ring was stolen from a friendsgiving party after she set it down. FUNERALS — Service for Jeffry Scott Wolf, 60, of Decatur is 10 a. Daily Update; Subscribe to Simple-Click Update; Submit Update Items; 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 VETERANS DAY CEREMONY — The Wise County Veterans Group will hold its annual Veterans Day Ceremony, “A Day of Remembrance,” 11 a. 28 to connect landowners with resources and information on prescribed burning and other land management tools. He was 75. Sports Headlines; Submit Sports; BUSINESS. The complainant wished to pursue charges. The death number increased by 11 from 2023 and doubled from 2022. Proceeds from the race benefit Raquel’s Wings for Life, a non-profit organization servicing Wise County, which transports cancer patients free of cost to MD Anderson in Houston. 28: COUNTY ROAD 1380 — A man said he became ONLY IN WISE FRIDAY, JAN. 17: JUDGE COURT — Complainant was upset due to his neighbor’s goats eating his rose bushes. Daily Update; Subscribe to Simple-Click Update; Submit Update Items; 2025 Wise County Messenger | . 29 Chisholm Hills Drive — Deputies responded to a domestic disturbance where an intoxicated man was reportedly assaulting women on scene. At 7:45 a. MESSENGER ARCHIVES Prescribed LADY EAGLES WIN STATE TITLE — Decatur (32-13) claimed its sixth overall state title by defeating Bellville 3-1 in the 4A Division I championship match Friday at Garland’s Curtis Culwell Center, 25-22, 25-21, 24-26, 25-23. Henry studied sports broadcasting at the University of North Texas. ‹ÿ?ÌHÌ @3p\ uÞ ¶ôël_N²ºŠe"@à-†¯¤ó ÿùé-k¯n %£ Ö –ÜHx§j. The Wise County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for its Wise Santa’s Deputies program — which provides new unwrapped toys to provide help to families in Wise County — through Friday. Preuninger said one person listed in critical condition was transported via air View: Grid 1 View: Grid 2 View: Grid 3 View: Grid 4 View: Grid 5 View: List While poking around through Messenger archives from the late-70’s, admittedly looking for inspiration for this column, I stumbled upon a Wise and Otherwise from December 1977. 17 COUNTY ROAD 1637 — Complainant stated a known person dumped garbage in the middle of their driveway on purpose. Texas Department of Public Safety spokesperson Tony De La Cerda said a 2016 Hyundai Accent driven by Emily Marie Pennartz, 25, of Wichita Falls was northbound on U. The road is expected to be closed for four months. Allison Beamon, 52, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, which took place on U. Fatal motor vehicle accidents on U. 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas A former Bridgeport High School athletic trainer has been indicted on felony sex charges involving a child. Current superintendent Leslie Vann was named the district’s interim leader in May 2022, and became the full-time superintendent 10 months later. Daily Update; Subscribe to Simple-Click Update; Submit Update Items died Sunday afternoon at John Peter Smith hospital in Fort Worth, Wise County Sheriff Lane Akin said Monday. Log-In; Read Latest Edition; Archived E-Editions; Subscribe; HOME; NEWS. It was discovered that the man had a laceration on his nose from when his girlfriend threw her cell phone at his face during the altercation. 81/287 NORTH BUSINESS — A physical disturbance was reported at a skating rink. Business News; Wise County Messenger’s 40 Over 40. 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Subscribe to the Wise County Messenger; Change Your Address; Cancel Your Subscription; Log In; Account; Subscribe; SUBSCRIBERS. MONDAY, MAY 2 NORTH U. m. 5 Wise County Crime Report for Thursday, Nov. Like 2023, U. It took the jury just more than half an hour to reach their decision. 1, according to Medical City Healthcare. 2 HURT IN WRECKS — Two people were sent to area hospitals after sustaining injuries in two separate wrecks Thursday night and Friday morning. ONLY IN WISETUESDAY, OCT. 20, at Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur with burial at Bethel Cemetery. Deputy spoke with the complainant who had found her missing ladder and did not wish to pursue charges due to past relationship between the two. 4 at First Baptist Church in Boyd. The bus driver stated the man was heavily intoxicated, and requested he get off the bus, due to him causing disturbances inside the bus. Search for: Search Submit. Complainant stated the teenagers almost hit him. The baaad situation was resolved for the time being. DECATUR SCHOOL BOARD — The Decatur School Board will host its regular monthly meeting tonight. Walnut, Decatur Precinct 2. Preuninger said one person listed in Three men have been indicted as part of a local theft ring involving a string of stolen vehicles and tools. 100 BLOCK OF COUNTY ROAD 3212 — Adolescent brothers were involved in a mutual combat incident at their residence. 11: SHINE AVENUE — A man advised he found property in his attic that didn’t belong to him, and he believed the previous owner may have stolen them. Otherwise, today will be partly sunny becoming sunny later today with a high around 68 and an overnight low of 49. Deputies made contact with an adult woman who was intoxicated. Due to the amount of patients, Wise County EMS issued an “all call” for the wreck, with Medic-1, Medic-2, Medic-3, Medic-4, Medic-5, Squad-1 and Rescue-1 all working the fatality accident. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 143 counties, including Wise, due to the risk of wildfires across the state. 3 Man charged with murder of father, brother. 1 1 dead, 1 hurt in head-on collision on FM 920 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Neighbors console one another after a structure fire destroyed and damaged two residences Wednesday afternoon in Newark. ONLY IN WISEWEDNESDAY, AUG. 62 in Alvord. According to Wise County EMS Chief Randall Preuninger, one person was transported via ground ambulance after a three-vehicle wreck involving two 18-wheelers on U. I. 81/287 were an unfortunate theme for the year — A memorial display in honor Love was established outside the Wise County Sheriff’s Office Thursday. Homeowner attempted to remove the woman from the home and was assaulted. On Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at approximately 1:15 p. Wise County Crime Report for Thursday, Nov. Torres was a resident of South Wise County. , the temperature was 18 degrees in Decatur with a wind chill of 9 degrees. Once on scene, deputies determined there was no physical altercation, nor is there any chance of furtherance of violence. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office (Wise County), closed Thursday; The Wise County Meals on Wheels program will be closed Thursday and Friday if we receive the predicted winter storm. Friday, Dec. A report was taken to document the incident. On Episode 0 . The Texas Department of ARCHIVES | WCMESSENGER Martin Woodruff, a community pillar most known for his unwavering service to the City of Decatur, died Monday. Pickup is 9 a. 55 of an inch in Decatur and 0. The wreck occurred in the 1200 block of County Road 4698 near Boyd. According to Wise County EMS Chief Randall Preuninger, the wreck occurred at about 4 p. Complainant was told by the son to call 911. The wreck occurred near Farm Road 2048 shortly after 8:15 p. The woman did not live at the residence but went inside. 28, 2024, at the age of 81. Deputies arrived and determined the juvenile caller was the primary aggressor of the altercation. Today’s forecast includes multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms through tonight, with a 90 percent chance of VEHICLE INSPECTION ELIMINATION WORRIES SHOP OWNERS — Wise County drivers will no longer need to get their vehicles inspected starting Jan. If you weren’t part of the 55 percent of registered voters who cast an early ballot, you can vote today at your assigned voting precinct. Some storms could be severe, A Wise County grand jury met June 20 and returned the following felony indictments: Search for: Search Submit. 5M HEALTH CARE FRAUD SCHEME — Former Bridgeport podiatrist Brian Carpenter was sentenced to 45 months in federal prison Wednesday after being found guilty last year of participating in a scheme to fraudulently bill a health care program for U. As the deputies approached the front porch, the man could be heard screaming and yelling and was observed attempting to kick a woman on the porch. Funeral is 2:00 p. ONLY IN WISEMONDAY, JULY 29: COUNTY ROAD 4873 — A woman called about a father and son arguing about the son taking after-shave six months ago. 1 Update for Friday, January 10, 2025 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 ONLY IN WISETHURSDAY, NOV. After another unseasonably warm day today with a high near 84 and strong south winds, storms are likely after midnight ahead of a cold front that will move through the area. 940-627-5329. due to frigid temperatures. One of the entries in the column touched on how Decatur’s big Christmas present in 1972 was a federal loan to build the Decatur Community Hospital, and five years CHRISTMAS BBQ SALE — The Greenwood Masonic Lodge is holding a Christmas barbecue sale, including brisket, ham, sausage, turkey breast and ribs. If you haven’t voted since the 2020 election, you might The Wise County Old Settlers Reunion is July 22-27. 64 in Decatur and 1. Trending. 14, 2024 By Messenger Staff . WCSO notified responding deputies both parties Read news, discover ancestors, and relive the past as you search through Decatur Wise County Messenger archives. The snowman population in Wise County skyrocketed last week as several inches of clumpy, wet snow blanketed North Texas. Boyd (1-5, 0-2) travels to face Former local judge and long-time Decatur attorney Stephen Joe Wren died this past weekend at the age of 75. 81/287 and Texas 114 East in Rhome. This holiday season, visiting family members who haven't stepped foot in the The City of Decatur announced plans Wednesday to demolish the decommissioned 150,000-gallon silver water tower located on Thompson Street beginning Monday, March 4. to 3 p. -noon Saturday. Montgomery, 90, went to be with our Lord Wednesday, Nov. Miller. On Monday, Gov. According to Wise County EMS Chief Randall Preuninger, one person was transported to John Peter Smith Hospital in ONLY IN WISEWEDNESDAY, SEPT. The man did not want to cooperate and did not wish to pursue criminal charges. exit in Alvord at Boyd pitcher Braden McIntire will play in the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association's All-Star Game June 15 at Dell Diamond in Round Rock. 81/287 was the Wise County road subject to the most fatalities. Tickets may be purchased at the door, and all proceeds benefit the Paradise Historical Society. 2 Winter weather closures and delays Free Access. COUNTY ROAD 4873 — A man stated he was on the phone with a woman when she sounded like she Wise County, especially portions north of U. Daily Update; Subscribe to Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. The husband’s wife did not care for the husband spending money on solar panels — she just wanted him to pay Meet Josh Henry, the newest addition to the Wise Up podcast. Wise County Pct. FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS — Bridgeport (2-4, 0-1) will host Graham in a Week 8 District 3-4A Division I battle 7 tonight at Bull Memorial Stadium. Hopper, a Wise County resident, drew more than 72 percent of the vote (5,602 ‹ÿ?ŒHMê Ð >çý§¾VÅV Aè*‘\ƒ$HêK ìqÛj ÖöüVcAÄ#6 p P_ój“ô²‹. Wise County Crime Report for Thursday, Nov. at the intersection of U. Future radiation services are being referred to Texas Oncology. ONLY IN WISESATURDAY, SEPT. The unhappy goat owner requested a criminal trespass warning issued to the complainant. 1, 2025, as a new state law to eliminate the Vehicle Safety Inspection Program for non-commercial vehicles goes into effect. Multiple medical helicopters transported patients from the scene. BURN BAN CONTINUES — Wise County’s burn ban is in effect for the fourth day in a row due to elevated fire conditions. 7 to one count of possession of an unregistered firearm, and he was sentenced by a federal judge in Fort Worth ONLY IN WISETUESDAY, SEPT. The complainant advised that she had filed a previous report against her house-sitter for animal cruelty, and she recently discovered her wedding ring was missing from the residence as well. You can also find the section online here. 17 — Complainant was upset due to his neighbor’s goats eating his rose bushes. 21: FARM ROAD 920 — Complainant advised a woman was dropped off at her residence. 9: U. Emergency meals will be sent out to all clients on Wednesday. Upon arrival officers discovered one victim with critical injuries and began attempts at life-saving measures until the arrival of LifeCare medics. It features Christmas Wise County activated its mass casualty incident response once Wise County EMS crews arrived on scene. Please use the archive page or the Wise County Commissioners approved a court order to prohibit outdoor burning for the next 90 days. A lifelong resident of Wise County, she graduated Bridgeport High School and was very active in her school years, becoming Miss Wise County her senior year. ” The situation arose after the property owner Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. The fire originated in a single-wide HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE — The Paradise Historical Society will perform “Just One Stitch” 6:30 p. Deputy spoke with the husband who advised he was walking around with a solar company, which was going to be putting more solar panels in his yard. Wanda was born on March 19, 1940, to Gladys Green Hudson and Edgbert Hudson in Bridgeport. That's right. Boyd (37-4) defeated Tolar 3-1 in a 3A Division II state semifinal match Tuesday at Mineral Wells High School, 25-15, 25-23, 20-25, 25-19, earning the program’s second overall state final ONLY IN WISESUNDAY, MARCH 31: SWITCHBACK HILL ROAD — Complainant advised a neighbor’s nephew was staying at her house for the night, and when she woke up in the morning she did not find her cellphone and keys. The 143rd ONLY IN WISEFRIDAY, AUG. Family received friends prior to the burial at the cemetery. WCSO notified responding deputies both parties are separated but continued arguing with each other. 1 Update for Thursday, January 2, 2025 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Only in Wise TUESDAY, JUNE 14 WEST TEXAS 199 Deputies arrived on scene to find two men had gotten into a physical altercation, wounding each with deadly weapons by stabbing with a screwdriver, hitting with a hammer, hitting with a wooden board and threatening with a machete. 81/287 — A man said he picked up a woman who TRAFFIC FATALITIES DOUBLE IN 2 YEARS — 2024 proved to be another year marred by deadly traffic accidents, with 35 people killed in 26 separate accidents on Wise County roads. The woman stated she and her husband were in a polyamorous relationship with another couple who were also at the skating rink. The daughter was transported to the sheriff’s office and processed, then released to a family member. The agenda includes the Fall 2024 Polls open Monday for early voting in the Nov. Applications may be picked up at the sheriff’s office, 200 Rook Ramsey in Decatur. Daily Update; Subscribe to Simple-Click Update; Submit Update Items Wise County’s participation in Senate Bill 22 grant funding provided a $1 million boost to the county budget for law enforcement and prosecutor office pay this year. Rainfall totals from yesterday included 1. The convention is 9 a. Crime Report; Submit News; UPDATE. 10. 1 Update for Thursday, January 9, 2025 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Aug. 4 Commissioner Colby Shawn said the road west of Paradise will remain open to local traffic View: Grid 1 View: Grid 2 View: Grid 3 View: Grid 4 View: Grid 5 View: List AUSTIN JACKSON | WCMESSENGER Big Love: That's the name that Wise County Deputy Sheriff Lex Love earned during his time serving the Wise County Sheriff's Office. Deputies ordered the BOYD, DECATUR PLAY FOR VOLLEYBALL TITLE SHOT TONIGHT — Wise County's volleyball prowess will be on display tonight with two programs seeking a state championship berth. 9: COUNTY ROAD 3855 — Complainant called about teenagers riding motorcycles recklessly. Decatur City Hall, 201 E. Complainant stated every time she goes outside, the woman is yelling at her. By Messenger Staff on October 22, 2021 A verbal disturbance over a welder was reported between a husband and wife currently going through a divorce. 1 Update for Wednesday, January 15, 2025 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 FORMER LOCAL DOCTOR SENTENCED IN $8. Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home. 4 Donation of golf course to Weatherford College falls through. No injuries were sustained, and parties remained separated. service members and their families. Complainant advised that she called her cellphone and the neighbor’s nephew answered and he stated he is drunk heading to the ONLY IN WISEMONDAY, JULY 8: BERKE STREET — A woman called stating she needed help. 81/287 near ONLY IN WISETUESDAY, APRIL 9: COYOTE TRAIL — A woman stated she was struck by her mother during an argument over doing chores. Daily Update; Subscribe to Simple-Click Update; Submit Update Items; with resources and information that could both benefit their property and reduce the chances of a disastrous fire in Wise County. 2 HURT IN RHOME WRECK — Two people were transported to local hospitals after sustaining injuries in a two-vehicle wreck near Rhome Wednesday afternoon. Complainant found four different fake websites belonging to the same person. According to Wise County EMS Chief Randall Preuninger, one of the injured juveniles was transported to Cook Children’s Medical Center in A Decatur man charged in federal court with leaving a potential explosive device at a Decatur gas station three years ago has been sentenced to time served. 1 Update for Wednesday, January 15, 2025 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 ONLY IN WISEWEDNESDAY, OCT. 10: PRIVATE ROAD 3814 — A ladder was reportedly stolen by a neighbor. “While we bid farewell to a piece of our city’s history, we also welcome the progress and enhanced infrastructure that the new elevated storage tank represents,” said WHERE TO CAST VOTES — The Women’s Building at the Wise County Fairgrounds will be the main early voting site for the May 28 primary runoff election. The Boyd Lady Jackets (36-4) will take on Tolar in the 3A Division II state semifinal match 6:30 p. Canned goods will West Wise Special Utility District (SUD), closed Thursday. Carpenter, 58, of Paradise This story has been updated. 1 New Fairview fire chief arrested for theft. Charges will be filed accordingly. RSVP to Two people were transported to local hospitals after sustaining injuries in a two-vehicle wreck near Rhome Wednesday afternoon. 11 at Wise County Veterans Memorial Park in Decatur. 12 COUNTY ROAD 4859 — Caller advised mom and dad were in a physical altercation with uncle and aunt. 81/287 near the north city limits of Rhome. Jose Luis Diaz-Martinez, 33, was indicted last Thursday by a Wise County grand jury on one count of capital murder and two counts of murder for the death of Elias Torres Moreno. 2025 Wise County Messenger | PO Box 149, 115 South Trinity | Decatur, Texas 76234 | 940-627-5987 Ernest Dwight Lewis, a gifted western artist, teacher, and storyteller, peacefully passed away on Dec. Deputy took a report because CPS was BITTER COLD ARRIVES — Wise County remains under a cold weather advisory until 10 a. on November 14, 2024 The Year 2024 came at a high cost — not just at the grocery store or for whoever foot the bill for the seemingly endless stream of political ads in this election-centric year. 75 inches in Bridgeport, 1. Defending state champion Malakoff took down the Panthers 27-19 in the 3A Division I state semifinals at Frisco’s Ford Center with a dominant second half performance. FUNERALS — Service for Patricia Taylor, 79, of Boyd is 2 p. As the argument intensified, the enraged neighbor pulled a firearm from her center console and pointed it at the complainant. By Messenger Staff | on November 25, 2024 LADY EAGLES WIN STATE TITLE — Decatur (32-13) claimed its sixth overall state title by defeating Bellville 3-1 in the 4A Division I championship match Friday at Garland’s Curtis Culwell Center, 25-22, 25-21, 24-26, 25-23. Wise County Fairgrounds (Women’s Building), 3101 S. Saturday at the Paradise High School Cafetorium. Pick up a copy on newsstands today. The forecast is calling for a wintry mix of snow showers and sleet before noon on Thursday. Search for: Search Submit About Us Subscribe to our FREE daily newsletter, Update, and we'll send it directly to your inbox. Category Pages are limited to 90 days. Parents were notified. McDonald, 96, went to be with our Lord on Saturday, Dec. 16, 1971, to Deborah Moore Hilton and Michael Lynn Hilton. MICAH MCCARTNEY | WCMESSENGER After finishing his 4-year career with the Boyd Yellowjackets, senior pitcher/shortstop Braden McIntire will represent his team as one of the top players in the state In lieu of flowers, if so inclined, the family suggests donating to Wise County Meals on Wheels, who were so kind, and visited with him when making deliveries. View: Grid 1 View: Grid 2 View: Grid 3 View: Grid 4 View: Grid 5 View: List The Wise County Office of Emergency Management and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are hosting a Fire Convention Sept. Please use the archive page or the search box to find older articles. BRIDGE REPLACEMENT — County Road 3451 will be closed for approximately four months for a bridge replacement project starting Monday. Friday at 1200 N. logz wdcyic viw yrzgi ojct wentmg kuef srqte qwjlcbbg mvxzo