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2 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013ChisholmTrail Days,rodeo rideCELEBRATINGTHE WEST— A littlecowboy wasone of manychildrenlining thesidewalks inDecatur for apast Sheriff’sPosse rodeoparade.JOE DUTY/ARCHIVE •Buy reprints atwcmessenger.com/reprintsBY BOB BUCKELbbuckel@wcmessenger.comtogetherWise Regional Bridgeport isstill losing money, but the lossesare getting smaller.And the new surgical hospitalWise Regional is building inFort Worth won’t start makingmoney until next April at theearliest.Neither of those developmentsis a surprise.That’s the gist of reports theDecatur Hospital Authorityboard heard as they met onAug. 26.Wise Regional purchased theformer North Texas CommunityHospital in Bridgeport inMarch and closed it for renovationsfor several weeks beforeit officially reopened May 17.The activity level has pickedup steadily since then — althoughas expected, it continuesto operate in the red.Finance Director Jim Eatontold the board the Bridgeporthospital lost $400,000 in July,but noted that $100,000 of thatwas depreciation and another$100,000 was debt service.Those losses were down fromabout $600,000 the first coupleof months.“We were actually encouragedby the decreasing loss inBridgeport in July,” CEO SteveSummers said. “It will onlyimprove once we get an ICUstarted there, and we are readyto ramp up in surgery there aswell.”The Bridgeport campus did57 surgeries in May, in a partialmonth. In June that numberrose to 82, and in July itwas 89. Summers projectedthe total for August would bearound 115 — close to full utilizationof around 140 surgeriesa month.Work is also currently underwayto reopen an ICU at theBridgeport campus — a movethat should provide significantsupport for increased surgicalactivity there.He said Bridgeport couldprovide some needed relief forthe busy surgical suites in theDecatur facility.“We had 615 in Decatur thismonth, and that’s a pretty goodload,” he noted.He added he had “no doubt”that volume would increase atBridgeport as word continuesto spread. The ER saw about450 visits in July, he noted.Meanwhile, Wise Regional’sParkway Surgical Hospitalpromises to be an importantpart of the system once it opensnext April.The facility, located at NorthTarrant Parkway and Interstate35 in Fort Worth, shouldbe ready for occupancy in lateJanuary of next year. Summerssaid it could open as early asnext April, “depending on howmuch equipment we can getinto the facility before it’sturned over to us.”Wise Regional will lease the29,000-square-foot building,which will have four operatingrooms, two procedure roomsDECATURWISE COUNTYHospital board gets update onBridgeport, Parkwayand 12 inpatient beds alongwith laboratory, radiology andpre-operative services. Its footprintis expandable to allow forexpected growth.Other business The board also heard reportson insurance and investmentsand approved newmedical staff appointmentsfor four physicians — two inemergency medicine and oneeach in orthopedic surgeryand cardiology — as well astwo CRNAs (anesthesia) and anurse-practitioner (bariatrics). Biennial reappointmentswere approved for anotherCRNA and two more physicians,in oncology and neurology,and first-year reviews wereapproved for three physiciansin cardiology, emegency medicineand family medicine aswell as two more CRNAs. The board approved recommendationsfrom the MedicalExecutive Committee formalizingrevisions to the FamilyMedicine core privileges thatwere approved at the Julymeeting. Those revisions allowFP doctors to provide labor anddelivery services as long asthey meet specific standards. The board heard a recommendationthat Wise Regionalnot pursue a purchase or managementcontract with BowieMemorial Hospital. The board approved a contractwith EMOB Decatur toprovide medical oncology servicesfor Wise Regional.Decatur’s western heritagewill shine with a slateof related activities thisweekend.The Wise County Sheriff’sPosse Rodeo and DecaturMain Street’s ChisholmTrail Days will be heldconcurrently for the secondstraight year.Rodeo performances are8 p.m. Thursday throughSaturday at the Sheriff’sPosse arena on Farm Road51 South in Decatur.Young cowboys and cowgirlscan participate in muttonbustin’ each night at7:30 p.m. The event is limitedto the first 20 entries.There will be two age categories— 6 and under, and 7to 12 years — for calf scramblesevery performance.Other rodeo events includebarrels, bulls, saddlebronc, bareback, tie-down,steer wrestling, ranch bronc,team roping, ladies breakawayand junior barrels.Tickets at the gate are$10. For more information,visit www.wcsposse.com.Following the last day ofthe rodeo, a dance featuringTommy Hooker will be held9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the rodeogrounds. Tickets are $10each or $100 for a table. Foravailability, call 940-399-9558.Rodeo activities beginSaturday with a paradethrough downtown at 11a.m. Line-up is at 10:30 a.m.SPECIALSPURS — It’snot uncommonto see folksdressed intheir westernbest duringChisholmTrail Days inDecatur.JOE DUTY/ARCHIVE •Buy reprints atwcmessenger.com/reprintsat the intersection of Business81/287 and WalnutStreet.There is no fee to participate,and all participantswill be served a lunch immediatelyfollowing the paradeat the Posse Grounds, whereawards will be given.The parade will be passthrough historic downtownDecatur, the site for live musicand a myriad of eventsfor Chisholm Trail Daysfrom 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Vendors — including artisans,western handcraftsand pioneer vendors — openbooths at 10 a.m. around thesquare, and there will be afun jump, train rides, hayrides, pony rides, pony pictures,kids games and activitiesand a chuckwagon andtractor exhibit.Live entertainment beginsat noon on the DATCUMain Stage, and includesCody Robbins, BrandonGentry, Kate Moss Cowling,Megan Nichols Adams andColt West.Sights and sounds of theOld West will echo throughdowntown when the LoneStar Legacy Gunfighterstake to the street at 2 p.m.and 4 p.m.A kids’ stickhorse rodeois at 3 p.m., and the homemadeice cream contest is at4 p.m.For more information, callDecatur Main Street at 940-627-6158.WISE COUNTYUnited Way kicksoff campaignThursdayThe United Way of Wise County will hold its 2014Campaign Kick-Off Luncheon 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Thursday, Sept. 5, at the Decatur Civic Center.The event will include an agency fair where allthe agencies who participate in United Way fundingare invited to set up tabletop displays so thepublic can come and learn what they do.Live musical entertainment and a luncheonspeaker are also planned.Tickets for the luncheon are $15. For reservations,call Executive Director Martin Woodruff at940-627-3684 or email uwwise.ed@embarqmail.com.Member agencies include American Red CrossChisholm Trail Chapter, the Salvation Army, SouthWise Services, TAPS, Texas Neighborhood Services,Trinity Habitat for Humanity, Wise Area ReliefMission (WARM), Wise County Committee on Aging,Wise County Community Health Center, theChild Study Center, Raquel’s Wings for Life, Ready-Start/Launchability, Southwestern Diabetic Foundation,Texas Neighborhood Services, Wise ChoicesPregnancy Resource Center, Wise County ChristianCounseling, Boy Scouts of America LonghornCouncil, Camp Fire USA First Texas Council, Communitiesin Schools of North Texas Inc., Girl Scoutsof Texas Oklahoma Plains Inc., Wise County 4-H,CASA of Wise County, STAR Council, Voices forYouth and Family Services, Wise County DomesticViolence Task Force and Wise Kid Care Inc.the GOLD STANDARDin ClassifiedsEvery Weekend andMidweek. 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Blaze: Family loses homeContinued from page 1of the roof caved in.“The home is a total loss,”he said. “Firefighters had tochase the fire across the atticspace, so everything hasfire, heat or water damage.The family is devastated.”Marcos and Porfiria hadlived in the house southeastof Decatur for 15 years.Their two youngest children— a 14-year-old and 5-yearold— lived with them, butno one was home when thefire started. Two animalswere underneath the house,but they escaped safely.The couple’s grown children,Miguel Martinez ofAustin and Delia Martinezof Arlington, were in townvisiting their parents forWISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013 3the weekend.The American Red Crosswas called to the scene toassist the family.Decatur, Rhome, Newarkand East Wise fire departmentswere called to theblaze.Water rates to increaseBY ERIKA PEDROZAepedroza@wcmessenger.comWater rates for Paradiseresidents under age 60 willincrease by 7 percent in thenext fiscal year.Beginning Oct. 1, thebasic fee for residents underage 60 will go up from$36.11 to $38.64 for thefirst 1,000 gallons. Thereafter,the fee structure hikesas follows: from $6.91 to $7.39 perthousand gallons for 1,001to 5,000 gallons; from $7.15 to $7.65 perthousand gallons for 5,001to 15,000 gallons; and from $7.55 to $7.93 perthousand gallons for morethan 15,000 gallons.Rates increase from $6.72to $7.19 per thousand gallonsfor Paradise ISD andfrom $6.82 to $7.30 for bulkwater sales.A separate base fee forresidents over age 60 on afixed income remains unchangedat $27.50. However,those residents donot get a break if theirconsumption exceeds 1,000gallons. If that happens,they will be charged at thenew rates.The council approved thehike during a budget workshopAug. 22 in anticipationof the changes that couldbe made by Walnut CreekSpecial Utility District, thecity’s water supplier.“They don’t do their budgetuntil February or Marchso we don’t know if they’llgo up on their rates,” CitySecretary Teresa Moodysaid. “We’ve gone up by 7percent the last few yearsPARADISEat the recommendation ofa former councilmember,and that’s been pretty accurate.”Any leftover money wouldbe moved to the contingencyfund, which is expected toincrease drastically in thenext fiscal year due to theopening of a Dollar Generalstore. Officials budgeted forthe surplus to increase from$3,500 this year to $34,000.Other features of the$201,760 financial plan forfiscal year 2014 include: a 4-percent raise andadditional paid holidays forMoody, who has served ascity secretary for 13 years; doubling the road repairbudget from $15,000 to$30,000; a decrease in donationto the fire departmentfrom $5,000 to $2,500 —although the city will payfor an increase in the department’sinsurance from$7,500 to $9,300. “It’s essentiallythe same amountof money; we’re just dispersingit in a differentway,” Moody said.The city also budgeted$2,900 in election supplies— down from $4,000 thisfiscal year. However, thecity will not hold an electionas the three incumbentswith expiring terms werethe only ones who filed —Mayor Sam Starr, Place 4Terre Ward and Place 5 RoySteel.A public hearing on theproposed 33.9-cent tax rate,unchanged from last year,and the budget will be heldat the council’s next regularmeeting, 6 p.m. Monday,Sept. 16, at City Hall.WISE COUNTYImmunization clinic set for next TuesdayThe Texas Departmentf State Health Servicesill sponsor an immuniationclinic 9:30 to 11:30.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesay,Sept. 10, at the FirstUnited Methodist Church,104 South Miller, in Decatur.A parent must be presentfor a child to be vaccinated,and those attendingare asked to bringtheir shot record. Cost is$10 per child or $20 perfamily, and the program iseligible for Texas Vaccinesfor Children (TVFC) funding.Those attending areasked to enter throughthe Fellowship Hall onMiller Street and go torooms 103/105.CHICOGrant approvalprovidesrefreshing newsBY BRIAN KNOXbknox@wcmessenger.comThe City of Chico has receiveda grant to improvewater quality for residents.Chico Mayor J.D. Clarksaid the city was notifiedlast Friday that it has beenapproved for a CommunityDevelopment Fund grantin the amount of $275,000from the Texas Departmentof Agriculture. Thegrant will fund a new filtrationsystem for the city’swater supply.A year ago, the city beganthe process of applying forthe grant, including holdinga public hearing. Afterreceiving positive feedbackfrom residents, the city appliedfor the competitivegrant last October. In June,officials were notified thatChico’s project had beenranked sixth out of 63 publicentities in terms of priority.Clark said he waspleased that the TDA feltit was a worthy project.“We’ve worked hard toimprove our water qualityin Chico over the past fewyears, and it is encouragingto see the Texas Departmentof Agriculture recognizingthe importance ofthis project,” Clark said viaemail. “It’s a huge step forour community — not onlyfor our current residents,but for the future generationswho will live in Chico.”Water quality has beenan issue at times in Chico.The city noticed a spikein uranium levels in thewater back in 2009. Thelevels exceeded 30 microgramsper liter, the level atwhich the EnvironmentalProtection Agency says itbecomes a possible healthrisk. At that time, the cityshut down three of its oldestwells and those wellshave remained shut off.The city has also continuedto test all of its wells eachmonth.The new filtration systemshould also help reducethe limestone contentin the water. Clark said thehigh limestone content isoften hard on people’s appliances.Earlier this year, Clarkestimated that the cost ofa new water filtration systemwould be $400,000 to$500,000. The city wouldpay any costs over the$275,000 covered by thegrant.The mayor said the contractis being drafted andshould be sent to the citywithin 30 to 60 days.NOTICEOF TAX REVENUEINCREASEThe____________________________________________________CITY OF NEWARKconducted public hearings on _______________________________August 22, 2013and _______________________________ August 29, 2013on a proposal to inceasethe total tax revenues of the _________________________________CITY OF NEWARKfrom properties on the tax roll in the preceding year by ____________ 1.13percent.The total tax revenue raised last year at last year’s tax rate of _______________________________ .5716 for each $100 of taxable value was____________________________.$220,719The total tax revenue proposed to be raised this year at the proposedtax rate of ____________________ .5735for each $100 of taxable value,excluding tax revenue to be raised from new property added to the taxroll this year, is __________________________________.$221,380The total tax revenue proposed to be raised this year at the proposedtax rate of ____________________ .5735for each $100 of taxable value,including tax revenue to be raised from new property added to the taxroll this year, is __________________________________.$221,602The _________________________ CITY OF NEWARK is scheduled to vote on the taxrate that will result in that tax increase at a public meeting to be heldon ____________________________________________________September 12, 2013Newark Municipal Building, 209 Hudson Street, Newark, TX 76071at _____________________________________________________at_______________________________7:00 P.M.

4 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013OPINIONFriendship puts fire in a different perspectiveBY ERIKA PEDROZAepedroza@wcmessengerI’ve always dreaded showingup at the scene of fires.wrecks and other breakingnews as a reporter.Showing up as a friend isworse.Around midnight LaborDay, two of my closestfriends — extended familyin tow — returned hometo find flames shootingthrough theroof of theplace they’dlived for 15years.Despitethe efforts ofPEDROZA a neighbor,family membersand four fire departments,the home was a totalloss.Fortunately, no one wasinjured. But the only homeDelia and Miguel’s youngersisters — 14 and 5 years old— have ever known is gone.I was not on scannerduty. Instead of pen andpaper, I arrived armedwith hugs and a pitifulattempt at comfort that Ihad scrounged together. Itwasn’t any less uncomfortable.But it was familiar.As reporters, we oftencover heartwrenchingstories like this. But inaddition to not personallyattaching ourselves, weseldom delve into whathappens after the last firetruck leaves — the siftingthrough the ashes forprized possessions and thestarting all over.The mountain of insurancepaperwork, beingdisplaced to a hotel room,seeking out temporary livingarrangements while arebuilding plan is devised— these are the thingsDelia and Miguel and theirfamily have faced in thedays following the tragedy.It’s a heartbreakingsituation, even if you’rejust reporting. But becauseit involves someone youcare about, it’s particularlytough.How do you help yourbest friends help their familystart anew?Delia and Miguel andtheir parents and sistersare hardworking, strongwilled,determined and,above all, united. There isno doubt in my mind thatthey will rise above, rebuildand move on stronger thanbefore.I just hate that they haveto.Erika Pedroza is a Messengerreporter.Contact your RepresentativesTHE GOVERNOR’S OFFICEInformation and Referral Hotline:800)843-5789Citizen’s Opinion Hotline:800)252-9600Main Switchboard 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST:512)463-2000Citizens’ Assistance Telecommunicationsevice (If you are using a telecommunicationevice for the deaf (TDD), call 711)Mailing address:ffice of the Governor.O. Box 12428Austin, TX 78711-2428STATE SENATORCRAIG ESTESSenator Craig Estes.O. Box 12068apitol StationAustin, TX 78711Phone: (512)463-0130District Address: 2525 Kell Blvd., Suite302Wichita Falls, TX 76308 Phone: (940)689-0191STATE REP.PHIL KING Rep. Phil KingP.O. Box 2910Austin, TX 78768 Phone: (512)463-0738 District Address: 2110 Fort Worth Hwy.Weatherford, TX 76086 Phone: (817)596-4796U.S. SENATORTED CRUZ The Honorable Ted CruzUnited States SenateB40B Dirkson Senate Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20510 Phone: (202)224-5922 http://Cruz.senate.gov/CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTSTxDOT to get input onroad repair plansBY ED STERLINGConcerns over the state’supkeep of paved roads in oiland gas production and explorationzones in South Texasand West Texas emerged andhave continued since July,during the second special sessionof the 83rd Texas Legislature.Legislators from affecteddistricts expressed alarm overa Texas Department of Transportationplan to patch crumblingpavement with gravel insteadof ordering higher qualityroad maintenance and repair.On Aug. 28, TxDOT announceda 60-day period forcounties “to review plans toconvert damaged roads tohigh-end unpaved roads inthe state’s energy-producingareas before proceeding withthe work” and during thatevaluation, the agency would“not move forward on convertingother damaged roadsunless there is an immediatesafety concern.”“We believe our plan to potentiallyconvert 83 miles ofsignificantly damaged roadsin the energy sector is the safeand sensible solution with Tx-DOT’s available funding,” Tx-DOT Executive Director PhilWilson said. “At some point,when drilling activity hassubsided and more funding isavailable, we plan to rebuildthese roads to paved farm-tomarketlevels.”TxDOT is planning townhall meetings on the topicwith legislators, local electedofficials, property owners andcommunities.Laws take effect Sept. 1The Texas Department ofPublic Safety on Aug. 29 publicizeda list of some of thenew laws to take effect Sept.1. Here are short notes on justa few of them: HB 347 expands currentlimitations on cell phone usein an active school-crossingzone to include the property ofa public elementary, middle orjunior high school for which alocal authority has designateda school-crossing zone. HB 1174 increases minimumfines for the misdemeanoroffense of passing astopped school bus loading orunloading children. The minimumfine increases from $200to $500, and the maximumfine increases from $1,000 to$1,250. SB 181, a law that tookeffect on May 24, allows a motorvehicle operator the optionof using a wireless communicationdevice (such as a cellphone) to display motor proofof insurance information asevidence of financial responsibility. SB 510 expands thestate’s Move Over/Slow Downlaw by requiring drivers tomove over or slow down, dependingon the roadway, whenapproaching a stationary TexasDepartment of Transportationvehicle with its lightsactivated and not separatedfrom the roadway by a trafficcontroldevice. HB 625 clarifies thatthe penalty for operating avehicle on a public highwaywithout displaying the twolicense plates assigned to thevehicle is a misdemeanor offensepunishable by a fine notto exceed $200. SB 275 increases the penaltyfor leaving the scene of amotor vehicle accident resultingin the death of a personand failing to render aid froma third-degree felony to a second-degreefelony.Education chiefnotes anniversaryTexas Education CommissionerMichael Williams onAug. 28, the 50th anniversaryof the historic civil rights“March on Washington,” notedthe continued importanceof closing the achievementgap among all students inTexas.Among points Williamsmade was this: “Educationcontinues to be the greatequalizer. And in a statewhere the majority of ourstudents are now Hispanicor African-American, closingthe achievement gap takes onincreasing significance for thefuture prosperity of Texas.“It is the reason I purposelychose to make that factora major component of ourstate’s new accountability system.The results of this year’sratings as well as recently announcednumbers on graduationrates and ACT scoresshow that Texas has madetremendous strides.”Ed Sterling is director ofmember services for the TexasPress Association, headquarteredin Austin.BY LEE H. HAMILTONAs I speak to people aboutthe Congress, one questionarises more than any other:Why is Congress gridlocked?People are perplexed anddisappointed with its performance,and are searchinghard for an answer.The roots of Congress’sdysfunction are complex.But the fundamental reasonis that real differencesin ideology and principlesabout both government andgovernance exist among thevoters. At heart, the reasont’s become so hard for Washngtonto act is that the twoarties are being driven byundamentally incompatibleviews.Conservatives place aeavy emphasis on liberty,ndividual freedom, and selfeliance.They have little conidencein government’s abiliyto play a role in improvingOTHER VIEWSIn Washington, ideology need not reign supremesociety or the economy, andmany of them look upongovernment as destructive,a force that underminesour basic freedom. They arefearful of centralized power,opposed to redistribution ofany kind and opposed to newgovernment programs — oreven to improving existinggovernment programs they’drather see cut. They rejectentirely the notion of raisingtaxes or imposing new regulationson the private sector.Moreover, a belief has takenhold among some conservativesin recent years thatcompromise and accommodationare betrayals of theircause. This has put greatpressure on GOP leaders notto budge in their negotiationswith the White Houseand Senate Democrats.Meanwhile, on the “progressive”side — a label thathas come to supplant “liberal,”in part because Republicansin the 1980s and 1990swere so effective at demonizingliberals — there is muchgreater emphasis on usinggovernment to narrow economicdisparities and helpthose at the bottom of the incomescale. They emphasizeits role in providing equalityof opportunity for all andindividuals’ responsibility tothe community around them.Because they have more confidencein government as aconstructive force, they haveno trouble with the notionof expanding government’sscope to improve Americans’lives.In fact, unlike conservatives,they think governmentcan expand freedom when it’sproperly applied, by reiningin the power of monied interests.While they do not favora radical centralization ofpower in the federal government,as some conservativescharge, they are more willingto accept government action— and the legislative compromisesthat make it possible.Because they have less confidencein the market to solveall problems, they supportboth the taxes they believenecessary to run programsthey like, and regulations tolimit the private sector’s morepredatory impacts on theenvironment or society.The gap between theseviews appears unbridgeable.It is not, nor are the differencesbetween the two sidesas wide as they appear.That is because mostAmericans find themselvessomewhere between theextremes, able to see meritin both conservative and progressiveideas. When I wasin office, I often found myselfthinking that many of myconstituents were conservative,moderate and liberal allat the same time. That hasn’tchanged.As a whole, Americans donot want excessive governmentor heavy-handed bureaucracy,but they do wantprograms that help them,like Social Security andMedicare. They are dedicatedto both individual freedomand opportunity and to communityobligation, and theydon’t see them as mutuallycontradictory. More thananything else, especiallythese days, they want to seemoderation and cooperationfrom their political leaders.There may be dysfunctionin Washington, but thesystem can still work. Whenpolicy makers gather (I’veseen this countless times)ideology fades, pragmatismrises, and the questionbecomes, What can we doto fix the situation? That’swhere most Americans findthemselves. They do not seegovernment as evil, thoughthey are often disappointedin its practice and its practitioners.They are wary ofexcessive government, butagain and again they turn togovernment at some level tohelp solve the problems theycomplain about, and theywant it to work effectivelyand efficiently.In the end, Congress usuallyends up about wheremost Americans are andwant it to be. So I’m notsurprised to find how, whendire problems confront them,both conservatives and progressivesin Washington findtheir inner pragmatist.Lee Hamilton is director ofthe center on Congress at IndianaUniversity. He was amember of the U.S. House ofRepresentatives for 34 years.

WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013 5OBITUARIESBobby Wayne Hale1944-2013Bobby Wayne Hale, 69,of Decatur, died Saturday,Aug. 31, 2013, in Decatur.Graveside service is 10a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, atBethel Cemetery near Decaturwith Gerre Joiner officiating.Bobby was born Aug. 22,1944, in Decatur to Lee Royand Meda (Hodges) Hale.He married Patsy McQuinnNov. 14, 1962, in Decatur.Bobby retired from ImperialFabrication as a QualityControl Operator after 28years.He is survived by his wifeof 50 years, Pat Hale; daughterAundrea Hale Shillingburgand husband, Mark,of Bowie; sonMonty Haleand wife,Shelia, ofLake Bridgeport;fatherLee Roy HaleHALE of Alvord;grandchildrenShelby Shillingburgand Trey and Traci Hale;sister Debbie Seabolt andhusband, Rusty, of EagleMountain Lake; brotherLeslie Hale and wife, Judy,of Alvord; and numerousnieces, nephews and friends.He was preceded in deathby his mother.Wise County Messenger,September 4, 2013Barbara Ann Baker1943-2013Barbara Ann Baker, 69, aretired public school teacher,died Saturday, Aug. 31,2013, in Fort Worth.Funeral is 2 p.m. Thursday,Sept. 5, at the FirstBaptist Church in Decaturwith burial in Perrin MemorialGardens in Perrin. Dr.Ken May will officiate.Pallbearers will be JerryBethurum, Frank Maxwell,A.C. Griffin, Harold Mosley,Vic Morton and Wayne Alexander.Honorary pallbearersare the deacons of the FirstBaptist Church of Decatur.Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m.Wednesday at the HawkinsFuneral Home in Bridgeport.Barbara was born Oct.3, 1943, to Ward and Ruby(Shipley) Luna in Jacksboro.She graduated fromGraham High School in1962 and from the Universityof North Texas in 1966with a bachelor of sciencedegree.Barbara married DaleBaker June 22, 1963, inDenton. She taught elementarystudents at Hurst-Euless-BedfordIndependentSchool District, GrahamISD, Jacksboro ISD andBridgeport ISD before retir-Viness Monroe ‘Coach’ Hill Jr.1929-2013Viness Monroe “Coach”Hill Jr., 84, of Bridgeport,died Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013,in Bridgeport.Funeral is 3 p.m. Wednesday,Sept. 4, at the First BaptistChurch of Bridgeportwith burial in East BridgeportCemetery. Pastor JoeyVick will officiate. Pallbearrswill be Cyril Gloria, Billohnson, Ray Freeman, BobySteph, Eddie Huckabeend Doug Spillers.It was Coach Hill’s wishhat all the athletes who hadlayed for him be consideredis honorary pallbearers.A final tribute with miliaryhonors will be presentedy the Wise County Veteransroup Honor Guard.Coach Hill was born atome July 15, 1929, seveniles south of Stratford,kla., to Myrtle (Johnson)nd Monroe Hill. He receivedoth his bachelor’s and maser’sdegrees from East CenralUniversity in Ada, Okla.e married Loretta Maewens Dec. 23, 1953, in Ada.He began teaching in 1955nd served as a teacher andoach in the Eureka Schoolsn Baker, Okla., then in Alvordand Bridgeport. Togethr,he and his wife devoted 88ears of service to educatingoung people. He retired inay 1988 but continued toeach shop in Bridgeport onhalf-time basis until 1993.ing to RunawayBay in1998.Barbara’shobbies includedreading,scrapbooking,BAKERcamping, artand teaching, but being withfamily and friends was stillher greatest joy and love.She was preceded in deathby her parents; and her sister,Winnie Luna.Survivors include herhusband of 50 years, DaleBaker of Runaway Bay; sonBrannan Kyle Baker andwife, Connie, of ColoradoCity; granddaughter ElizabethSikes of Colorado City;great-grandchildren Joe andZoey; sisters Jolene Smith,Wilma York and husband,Jerry, both of Temple; brothersWilburn Luna and wife,Audrey, of Vernal, Utah, andDwain Luna of Garland;and numerous nieces, nephews,other family membersand friends.Barbara will be greatlymissed by all those whoknew and loved her.Wise County Messenger,September 4, 2013He was amember ofthe BridgeportFirstB a p t i s tChurch andserved inHILLthe MarineCorps during the KoreanConflict. He operated awoodworking shop “Hilbilt”until a stroke in July 1994left him unable to walk. Hestill managed to garden andmow using a riding lawnmowerand tractor.He is survived by his wife,Loretta Hill of Bridgeport;son Randy Hill and wife,Cindy, of Devine; daughterVinessa Archer and husband,Dwight, of Bridgeport;granddaughters Lacy Barrettof Bridgeport, StonyLiles of Glen Rose and herchildren Killian and Macy,Dallas Taylor and husband,Matt, of Bridgeport and theirchildren Mayson and Micah,Carlie Archer of Lamesa andLorenda Archer of Tulsa,Okla.; grandson Cory Hillof Alpine and his daughterAmelia; brother Cletius Hilland wife, Joy, of OklahomaCity; sister Gladys Mercerof Moore, Okla.; and severalnieces and nephews.He was preceded in deathby his parents.Wise County Messenger,September 4, 2013Gary Don CarpenterChase: Trooper wrecks en route to helpContinued from page 11950-2013Gary Don Carpenter,63, died Monday, Sept. 2,2013, in Park Springs.Funeral is 2 p.m. Thursday,Sept. 5, at VictoryBaptist Church in ParkSprings with burial to followat Sunset Cemetery.Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m.Wednesday at White FamilyFuneral Home in Bowie.Gary was born March 31,1950, in Decatur to E.W.and Wanda (Burchard)Carpenter. He graduatedfrom Chico High Schooland continued to work forhis family’s dairy farm.Later, Gary receivedhis commercial driver’slicense and started drivingtrucks. He worked forChico Crushed Stone as aloader for many years.Gary married JimmieRuth Woods July 13, 1982,in Decatur. He enjoyedfarming on his family’shome place and loved hisdogs. He will be rememberedwith love and appreciationas a devotedhusband, father andgrandfather.He was preceded indeath by his parents, E.W.and Wanda Carpenter;granddaughter AshleyLee; and his grandparents.Gary is survived byhis loving wife, JimmieRuth Carpenter of ParkSprings; children KathyGail Dominguez of Sunset,Karen Diane Ybarraand Danny of Sunset,Dewey Ray Carpenter andwife, Melissa, of Sunset,Gary West Carpenter andwife, Keisha, of Bowie andChassidy Shawntelle Leeand husband, Clifton, ofMillsap; 11 grandchildren;five great-grandchildren;and brother Wayne Carpenterand wife, Georgia,of Alvord.Wise County Messenger,September 4, 2013We honor most all funeral plansoffered by any funeral home.1401 Halsell • Bridgeport940-683-1704Dottie Freeman-DelongDottie Freeman-Delong,88, formerly of Decatur, diedSunday, Sept. 1, 2013, in Navasota.Dottie was born June 25,1925, in Snohomish, Wash.,to Albert Andrew and HuldaMargarita Dorothea (Martens)Butler. She marriedHickey Erceldean FreemanFeb. 3, 1943, in Houston, andthey were married 49 yearsuntil his death March 6, 1992.Dottie was currently amember of Grimes CountyCowboy Church in Navasota,but prior to her moving to Navasota,she had been a longtimemember of GreenwoodBaptist Church.She is survived by daughtersSharon Rossiter andhusband, Steve, of Lewiston,Idaho, Linda Mooney and husband,Mart, of Decatur, andMolly Hurst and husband,Tommy, of Navasota; grandchildrenOrus M. MooneyJr. and wife, Missy, ShandaDeWitt and husband, Derek,before he turned north againto Texas 114 and headingwest toward Bridgeport.Highway Patrol officerseventually shot out thetires on Ervin’s vehicle ashe was about one mile eastof Bridgeport on Texas 114.“The defendant stoppedafter his back tires werehit,” Haschel said. “Therewere no injuries or otherproperty damage duringthe pursuit.”Ervin was arrested forattempting to evade arrestwith a vehicle, unlawful possessionof a firearm by a felonand possession of a prohibitedweapon. He also hadthree outstanding warrants,including an assault chargeout of Keller and a drug possessionand traffic warrantout of Parker County.As of Tuesday afternoon,he was being held inWise County Jail under a$75,000 bond.There were a couple ofother passengers in the vehiclewith Ervin, but no oneelse was charged.Meanwhile, during thepolice chase, a state trooperwas westbound on Texas114, traveling throughBoyd, on his way to get infront of Ervin and lay out aspike trap on the road. Henever made it.“The trooper was comingto assist and set up a spikesystem,” Haschel said. “Hewas coming through Boyd,going around a curve whenhe lost control, veered leftinto the oncoming lane oftraffic and proceeded tocrash through two signsand into a storage building.”“The pursuit never camethrough Boyd,” said BoydPolice Chief Greg Arrington.“The officer ranover a culvert and into thestorage building, but nobodywas hurt.”“I don’t know how itdidn’t kill him,” said SandyLambert, who along withher husband, Jim, owns thestorage building located inthe 400 block of Rock IslandAvenue.After striking the culvert,the patrol vehicle plowedthrough two signs, onemade of concrete-reinforcedsteel, before he crashedthrough a metal storageunit about 100 yards off theroad. The unit he crashedinto was full of items, includinga tub, a collection ofhorseshoes and an air compressor.“He’s lucky he’s alive,” Mr.Lambert said.The road was slick with1925-2013FREEMAN-DELONGBuchanan,ert BuchanangrandchildrenAmy AliciaClifton Rob-and wife,Jana, andDarrell andMary LynnHurst; great-Bethany and Jadon DeWitt,Wyatt Mooney, Jade Leighand Case Michael Buchanan,Brad and Ryan Hennigan,Cheyenne and Chelsea Butler,and Paden and RamsieHurst; and great-great-granddaughterCarsyn Lynn Busse.Memorials may be madeto the American Cancer Society,Wise County Unit, P.O.Box 428, Decatur, TX 76234;Grimes County CowboyChurch, P.O. Box 1442, Navasota,TX 77868 or SycamoreBaptist Church, 133 CR 2425,Decatur, TX 76234.Wise County Messenger,September 4, 2013JOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERCOLLATERAL DAMAGE — Jim Lambert stands near what’s left of a sign that a state trooperhit in Boyd when he lost control of his cruiser and ran off the road.rainfall, which might havecontributed to the crash.The DPS is still investigatingthe wreck, said Sgt.Lloyd McKinney with DecaturDPS office.

6 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013VOLLEYBALL BRIEFSBenedict notches 200th winWith a two-game sweep ofFossil Ridge at the ArlingtonInvitational over the weekend,Decatur coach ClaireBenedict picked up her 200thcareer victory.The No. 7 Decatur Lady Eagles(11-6) disposed of FossilRidge 25-19, 25-10.Makayla Mayfield had 11kills and six digs. Cooper Martinadded five kills and sevendigs.Stormi Leonard handed out20 assists.Benedict now stands with201 wins after another winSaturday.Also during the tournamentDecatur fell to Coppell 22-25,21-25. They defeated the CarrollJV 25-22, 26-24.The Carroll varsity tookdown the Lady Eagles, 24-26,10-25. Decatur swept Amarillo25-23, 25-21.Waxahachie edged the LadyEagles, 14-25, 20-25, and PlanoEast slipped past Decatur17-25, 29-31.Sissies claim victoryThe Bridgeport Sissies (5-13) took down Castleberry infour games Friday, 25-19, 17-25, 25-18, 25-19.“This was a good win for us,”Bridgeport coach RebekahCummings said. “We workeda quicker offense in practicelast week and it made a difference.“We finished rallies quickly,and they see the pace theyneed to keep in order to staycompetitive.”Leah Guinn finished with17 digs and a kill. JessicaWhite had 16 kills and fouraces. Tylar Chapa added 12kills and four digs. Lacey Erwinrecorded nine digs andthree aces.Elaina Peyton handed out31 assists and put down threekills.Boyd rolls onThe Boyd Lady Jackets (9-8) swept Perrin-Whitt Friday,25-12, 25-8, 25-11. BaylieHarris had six aces and 23assists.Brooklyn Scarborough addedeight kills and three blocks.Brittney Howard and PaigeClearly both finished witheight digs.lark: Chico mayor to seek county officeCROSS COUNTRY RESULTSDecatur girls: - 9th placeMarcus InvitationalName O’All Place TimeNicole Neighbors 37 20:16.00Jessica Kyle 38 20:17.00Georgina Palomo 70 20:54.00Haley Dennard 77 21:02.00Paola Palomo 80 21:03.00Morgan Haney 107 21:34.00Nancy Torres 108 21:36.00Hope Fuller More Than 7 2:48:36.00Decatur boys - 21st placeMarcus InvitationalName O’All Place TimeTaylor Clayton 13 16:01.00Continued from page 1JOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERHAT IN THE RING — ChicoMayor J.D. Clark hasannounced he plans to runfor county judge.only blossomed since then— leading him from thenewsroom to City Hall andon to the classroom. Hehopes his next stop is thecounty courthouse.“I wanted to start writingfor the (BridgeportIndex and Chico Texan)because I was about tostart my senior year ofhigh school, and I wantedto know more aboutmy community and howit worked,” he said. “As a17-year-old kid, I got assignedto cover city council,commissioners courtand the school board. Iquickly realized that that’swhere the change happensaround here.“We talk a lot and worrya lot about what happensat the state and federallevel, as we should, butevery day we are affectedby what happens withthe city council, commissionerscourt and schoolboard.”While Clark reported onthese meetings, he alsobegan writing opinion columnsabout the issues hewas covering and said hewas approached by businessleaders and othercivic-minded people aboutrunning for Chico CityCouncil.He was first elected in2006 at age 20 and waselected mayor pro-tem in2008. In 2009, Clark waselected mayor of his city.“I’ve tried to be morethan just a mayor whoshows up at city council,”he said. “I usually go(to City Hall) four days aweek after school, and inthe summer, I’m there allthe time. ... I’ve tried not tojust maintain Chico, but tomake Chico better.”Clark said as mayor he’scut unnecessary administrativespending by 30 percent,lowered property taxrates, consistently providedbalanced budgets andclean audits and reformedpurchasing policies to protecttax dollars. Chico hasalso seen major street,water and sewer improvementsunder his leadership,and Clark orchestratedrepurposing formerschool buildings to createa new city hall, communitycenter, recreation center,park and municipal court.He said he’s also workedto expand economic developmentprograms and establisheda citywide readinginiative and code ofethics for council members.The mayor said variousbusiness and communityleaders, as well as someelected officials, learnedabout his efforts in Chicoand had approached himabout running for countyjudge. It wasn’t somethinghe’d previously considered,but upon further contemplation,he realized it wasmuch like his current postas mayor.“I just thought, ‘This isexactly what you love doingin Chico, but it’s for thewhole county, and you’dget to do it all the time,’”he said. “People here think‘judge’ is a black robe, andwe have to let people knowthat’s not what it is. (Thecounty judge) presidesover commissioners courtand writes the budget ...”Clark said since openingup to the idea, he’s beenon a “listening tour” visitingwith people active inthe community as well ascounty department headsto see how the departmentswork and the issuesfaced by each.“I heard from people thatthey’re hungry for someactive, hands-on leadership,”he said. “We all seethis growth continuing tocome in terms of increasedpopulation, increased oiland gas activity, which weneed and want, ... but wealso value our Wise Countyroots and our history.“In Chico, I’ve shown thatI have respect for the past,and I love our past. But Ialso want us to do better,and people are wanting tosee some vision ...We’ve gota lot of really great organizationsin Wise County anda lot of really great people.We’re rich in human resources,and we need tobe unified in what we’reworking toward for WiseCounty.”Clark said he feels likehis accomplishments inChico can translate to abigger stage, and he feelshe can be effective in countygovernment.In the Republican Partypress release, he said,“I am running so that Ican offer a common sensebudget, long-term countywater planning, countywideeconomic development,efficient facility improvementsand increasedtransparency and publicparticipation in our localgovernment.”Clark said when he presentsa budget, he wantsvoters to know that it’s themost efficient budget hecan give them. He said healways does the best withthe revenues on hand, andif revenues drop, he’s notafraid to make cuts as longas they don’t negatively affectcounty services or wayof life.He would also like tosee the county work moreclosely with city economicdevelopment directors toencourage business growthacross all of Wise County.“Once we get them in thecounty, it benefits all of us,”he said. “We need to be anenvironment that not onlybrings in new businesses,but also encourages currentbusinesses to grow.”As county judge, Clarksaid he would also takethe lead in water planning.He would like to see WiseCounty develop a longtermwater plan that addressessurface water andgroundwater.“We can’t expect someoneelse to ride in on a whitehorse and say here’s all thewater you need,” he said.“We need to protect whatwe have. We can’t expectthe state to take care ofour water ... the state maymake money available atsome point, but they’re notgoing to come do it for us.”Clark said county facilitiesare also important tohim, and he believes thereare ways to be more innovativewith current buildings.He also wants tofocus on ethics and transparency,bringing to lightthe good work done bycounty employees.“I don’t want the onlydiscussions about ethics tobe when a scandal comesup,” he said. “I want it tobe an ongoing discussionabout what we expect andhow great our county officialsare. ... I think in theday-to-day business of itall, we forget to pay attentionto the people who do areally good job.”Clark also hopes to makecounty budget informationmore citizen-friendly andwould like to host monthlyor bi-monthly informalgatherings where citizenscan visit with him aboutissues of concern.“I really want to bringour county government tothe people more instead ofexpecting them to come tous,” he said. “We want WiseCounty people working, soof course, it’s hard to makeMonday morning meetings.So I’m going to make myselfavailable in a more casual,comfortable setting,and they can tell me whatthey like, what they don’tlike.”Republican Party ChairmanAllen Williamson saidin the press release that althoughhe doesn’t endorsecandidates, he believesClark is a good candidatefor county judge.“I’ve known J.D. for a longtime and watched him dogreat things in Chico,” hesaid. “I’m happy that he’sdecided to throw his hat inthe ring for a countywideposition.”Clark, who turns 28 laterthis month, is a lifelongresident of Wise County. Inaddition to his public serviceon Chico City Council,Clark is also a volunteerfirefighter, serves on theChico Economic DevelopmentCorp. board of directorsand is joining theWise County Domestic ViolenceTask Force board thismonth. Earlier this year hewas certified in 21st centuryleadership through aHarvard University course.He will graduate withhis master’s degree fromMidwestern State Universityin December, and hereceived his bachelor’s degreein 2008 from the Universityof North Texas. Hesaid his “age gives (him) anenergy that the office andcounty needs.“I think people are readyfor a fresh perspective inWise County but also onethat comes with a proventrack record with leadershipand results,” he said.Clark reminds votersthat they have elected otheryoung county officialswho have proven to be effective.“I think what WiseCounty voters are lookingfor is not a birth date,but leadership, vision andstrong principles,” he said.“That’s what they want tosee in a candidate.”To learn more aboutClark’s candidacy, visitwww.votejdclark.com.KAREN GARRETTSERVING AS YOURSALESPERSON ISA REAL BLESSINGBUICK CHEVY GMCHYUNDAI PRE-OWNEDjameswood.com 940-627-2177Brandon Rivera 111 17:46.00Tyler Wilson 115 17:48.00Austin Poole 145 18:21.00Riley Keller 165 18:57.00Joaquin Aldape 167 19:01.00Juan Gamino 182 19:55.00Hunter Helm More Than 7 2:28:14.00Alvord BoysElk Run BurlesonName O’All Place TimeLogan Watkins 36th 21:42Alex Vargas 47th 22:15Kory Maag 58th 22:50Cody Newby 122nd 26:51Cody Peterson 126nd 27:19Ryan Edwards 127th 27:23Alvord GirlsElk Run BurlesonName O’All Place TimeLacey Watkins 5th 12:31Clara Breashears 12th 12:48Lauren Hart 30th 13:39Sarah Nichols 36th 14:07Brooklyn Mitchum 39th 14:13Savannah Williams 41st 14:25Dessie Putnam 42nd 14:28Corey Schlomack 45th 14:43Madi Espinoza 47th 15:02Makayla Perry 47th 15:08Brittany Gayler 56th 17:06Cheyann Palmer 56th 17:08

WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013 7FOOTBALLFOOTBALLEagles look to get back on trackMACK THWEATT/ARCHIVE • Buy reprints at wcmessenger.com/reprintsNICE MOVE — Boyd’s Qualynn Wells makes a defender missduring the Yellowjackets’ loss to Gunter.Boyd works onconsistencyBY CLAY CORBETTccorbett@wcmessenger.comWhen a team runs 32more plays than their opponent,most of the time theywould expect to win.That wasn’t the case forthe Boyd Yellowjackets Friday.Boyd stayed consistent betweenthe 20’s, but couldn’tfinish off drives. The Yellowjacketsoutgained the GunterTigers 390 total yardsto 259, but couldn’t top thevisitors on the scoreboard.“It was either a penaltyor a mistake, somethingkept happening,” Boyd headcoach Brandon Hopkinssaid. “We’ve just got to focusa little better.”Things won’t get any easierthis week as the ‘Jackets(0-1) travel to take on thePalmer Bulldogs (1-0). Kickoffis 7:30 p.m.Palmer is coached by formerYellowjacket Duke Dalton.“It’s kind of bittersweet,”Hopkins said about goingagainst his friend. “Wehaven’t talked this week,but I’m sure we’ll talk a lotafterwards.”Palmer is coming off a29-0 shutout victory overKemp. They fell to Boyd lastyear, 40-35.“They will throw the ballquite a bit,” Hopkins said.“They have a lot of goodskill kids they can get theball to.”Palmer quarterback TyMitchell is a dual threat.NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS THEDECATUR INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT’SFINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY RATINGDecatur ISD will hold a public meeting at 7:30pm, September 16, 2013, in the Board Room,501 E. Collins, Decatur, TX. The purpose of thismeeting is to discuss Decatur ISD’s rating onthe state’s financial accountability system. TheFinancial Integrity Rating System of Texas hasrated Decatur Independent School District as:SUPERIORACHIEVEMENTNORTH TEXASSPORTSMEDICINE2800 S. FM 51, Ste. B • Decatur940-627-7532Boyd (0-1) at Palmer (1-0)7:30 p.m.at Bulldog StadiumBoyd: Harris Rating 197Notable: The Yellowjackets ran32 more plays than Gunter lastweek and still lost the game.Palmer: Harris Rating 193Notable: Former Boyd coachDuke Dalton is the head coachfor the Bulldogs.Harris line: Boyd by 4He passed for 100 yardslast week and ran for 116,accounting for four touchdowns.“They have an offensethat we are more accustomedto seeing,” Hopkinssaid. “We’ve got to get readyto defend the pass.”Boyd was without threestarters when they left thefield last week.Austin Cozby, Chris Carmonaand Justin Milliganwere all sidelined by injuriesas Gunter drove forthe clincher, but Hopkins ishopeful all three will returnby Friday.In the meantime, Boydis working on staying moreconsistent in the red zoneand cutting down on penalties.“We’ll be better this week,”Hopkins said.BY CLAY CORBETTccorbett@wcmessenger.comIt was another disappointingstart to the seasonfor the Decatur EaglesFriday, as they lost a lopsidedcontest to TrinityChristian for the secondstraight year.Decatur sets out to turnthings around as they preparefor the SpringtownPorcupines in their homeopener this week.The Eagles (0-1) hostSpringtown (0-1) Fridayat Eagle Stadium. Kickoffis 7:30 p.m.“Overall we’ve got tomake some improvements,”Decatur headcoach Kyle Story said.“Despite the score, I wasencouraged with ourBY CLAY CORBETTccorbett@wcmessenger.comIt was not the head-coachingdebut Scott Broussardhad hoped for. His ParadisePanthers got down earlyand never recovered, fallingto eighth-ranked GrandviewFriday 70-0.“We got a look at how weneed to play,” Broussardsaid. “I felt we got after itearly, but got behind andstarted hanging our heads.We made some mistakesand gave them a lot of thegame.”Paradise will look forbetter execution as theytry to even their recordthis week.The Panthers (0-1) travelto Henrietta (0-1) to takethe GOLDSTANDARDin ClassifiedsEvery Weekendand Midweek.And only inADCLIPYes, that's right. 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The effort was good.We just have to get morephysical on both sides ofthe ball.”The Eagles were onlydown two touchdowns athalftime, but failed to scorein the final two quarters.“After we got up 6-0, wesort of self-destructed,”Story said.The Eagles look to playmore consistently againstSpringtown, who jumpedout to an early lead on Decaturlast year.“We gave up four quicktouchdowns,” Story saidabout last season’s game.“We got back in the game,but we’ve got to get off toa better start.”Springtown lost 44-41 toLiberty Christian in theiropener.on the Bearcats Friday at7:30 p.m.Henrietta is coming off a33-14 loss to Callisburg.It’s back to the drawingboard for the Panthers,who have a lot to work onafter last week’s loss.“It was a combination ofmistakes,” Broussard said.“We had missed assignmentsand kids not goingas hard as they needed to.”The Panthers struggledwith only 80 yards of totaloffense. 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8 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013MACK THWEATT/WCMESSENGER • Buy reprints at wcmessenger.com/reprintsTOUCHDOWN — Chico’s Matt Carter scores one of his two touchdowns against FrostSaturday.Chico: Dragons breathing fireContinued from page 10Chico exploded in the firstquarter with a 65-yard touchdown.The Polar Bears stilllooked like they could contendwhen they answered backwith a 74-yard touchdown oftheir own plus a two-pointconversion.That would be the only leadof the game for Frost.The Polar Bears flounderedas if they were adrift on an icefloe, and couldn’t get anythinggoing in the second or thirdquarters. Frost attemptedno passing plays during thegame, leaving Chico to dominatethe airways.The Dragons scored twotouchdowns in the second,with one on a fumble recoveryin the endzone. Chico scoredagain on a fumble return inthe third.“Our defense scored twice,”Carter said. “Anytime you cando that it puts you in a positionto be successful.”In the fourth, Frost tried tofight back by scoring a touchdown,but the attempt wasbookended by Dragons touchdowns.BY CLAY CORBETTccorbett@wcmessenger.comThe Chico Dragons startedtheir 2013 campaigna day later than the restof Wise County, but theystarted hot with a 38-14win over the Frost PolarBears Saturday.They hope to build on thatmomentum this Friday.Chico (1-0) battlesWortham (1-0) at Burleson’sElk Stadium, Saturdaynight at 7:30 p.m.Frost didn’t put the ballin the air against Chico, butthat won’t be the case thisweek. Wortham is a spreadteam, and the young Dragondefense will need to riseto the challenge.Chico’s defense ownedFrost, forcing four turnoversand scoring twice.It’s something they hope tocarry over to a tougher opponentthis week.“We controlled the line ofFOOTBALLChico hopes to build on win940-627-5987 • ADS@WCMESSENGER.COMscrimmage on both sides ofthe ball,” Chico head coachStephen Carter said of lastweek’s win. “I looked outthere one time, and we hadeight sophomores and twofreshman, so I was pleasedwith how the young kidsplayed.”Wortham defeated TexasWind 16-6 in their opener.“They will be better thanFrost,” Carter said. “We’veput together a good gameplan for them.”Wortham returns nine offensivestarters and eightdefensive starters fromtheir playoff team a yearago.Carter says his team isready for the challenge aftertheir performance Saturday.“Our kids had fire in theireyes,” Carter said. “Theyhad a good time. I told themto have fun and play. Wejust need to keep it going.”After 262 yards of totalWiseFeed502 S. Hwy. 101 • Chico940-644-1896Chico (1-0) vs.Wortham (1-0)7:30 p.m.at Burleson’s Elk StadiumChico: Harris Rating 191Notable: The Dragons defenseforced four turnovers andscored two touchdowns againstFrost.Wortham: Harris Rating 167Notable: Wortham went 4-7and advanced to the playoffs in2012.Harris line: Chico by 24offense, the Dragons feelthey can open things upagain Saturday.“I feel we can move theball on them,” Carter said.“We should be able to givetheir defense problems withour passing game.”Messenger’s Weekly Pick’emMACK THWEATT/WCMESSENGER • Buy reprints at wcmessenger.com/reprintsGANG TACKLE — The Dragons use teamwork to stop a Frostrunner Saturday. Chico went on to a 38-14 victory.Bulls: Seek winContinued from page 10way,” he said. “We canonly worry about whatwe’re doing. We’re expectingto play hard and getthe mistakes corrected.”The Bulls will look formore consistency from anoffense that only generated139 yards last week.“We’ve got to be sharperon third down, protect thequarterback better, andthrow the ball on target,”Henson said.Starting running backChase Collins is stillquestionable this weekwith a knee injury.1703 16th St. • BridgeportP: 940-683-2314 F: 817-887-2414www.inknstitch.comScreen Printing • Embroidery • Signs • ShippingPromotional Products • Design Services • Copies & PrintingAbilene Wylie (0-1)at Bridgeport (0-1)7:30 p.m.at Bull Memorial StadiumBridgeport: Harris Rating 205Notable: The Bulls wereblanked by the Bulldogs lastyear, 42-0.Abilene Wylie: Harris Rating217Notable: Wylie fell 38-0 to Argylein their season opener.Harris line: Wylie by 13DECATURROTTNER CORBETT KNOX PEDROZA EVANSNorth Texas Bank Sports Editor Editorial Editorial EditorialSpringtown at Decatur Springtown Springtown Decatur Decatur SpringtownAbilene Wylie at Bridgeport A. 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10 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013SPORTSFOOTBALLTexans seek repeat successBY CLAY CORBETTccorbett@wcmessenger.comJIMMY ALFORD/ARCHIVE • Buy reprints at wcmessenger.com/reprintsGOOD TIMES — Northwest’s Emmanuel Moore celebrates his touchdown against Grand Prairie Friday. The Texans take onGrapevine this week.In Friday’s opener, theNorthwest Texans pickedup right where they leftoff at the end of the 2012regular season, rollingpast Grand Prairie for a49-23 victory.“The kids played reallywell,” head coach Bill Pattersonsaid. “We did a lotof good things.”New quarterback JesseDrummer got the seasonoff to a great start with292 passing yards and twotouchdowns.“He played well in hisfirst game,” Pattersonsaid. “He’s got to keep improving,but he did whatwe asked and didn’t turnthe ball over.”The Texans (1-0) hopeto keep their offensive onslaughtgoing this week atGrapevine (0-1).Backup signal-callerDusty Cloud saw a lot ofaction, too, running threeseries at quarterback andalso playing running backand receiver. AlthoughDrummer is the starterfor now, Cloud will continueto play a variety ofroles.Grapevine is coming offa 45-7 loss to Fossil Ridge.“They just didn’t playwell,” Patterson said.“They didn’t play up totheir potential, but they’llbe up to task and ready toplay this week.”Grapevine will havetheir hands full trying toslow down the Texan attackthat rolled up 503yards of total offense.Their defense was just asstout, only allowing 73rushing yards and creatingtwo turnovers.“Our defense playedwell, but we gave up someyards late that was myfault,” Patterson said. “Iadjusted some things Ishouldn’t have done.”Grapevine looks a lotlike Northwest offensively,with their spread attackand two-back sets.Patterson says there isone improvement he wouldlike to see this week.“We had a couple of mistakeslining up on defensethat we’ve got to get corrected,”he said.Northwest (1-0) atGrapevine (0-1)7:30 p.m.at Mustang-Panther StadiumNorthwest: Harris Rating 218Notable: The Texans put up 503yards of total offense againstGrand Prairie.Grapevine: Harris Rating 200Notable: The Mustangs fell45-7 to Fossil Ridge last week.Harris line: Northwest by 17TOUGHDEFENSE —Northwest’sJacobParker andParker Kneiscombineto makea tackleagainst aGrand Prairierunner Friday.JIMMY ALFORD/ARCHIVE •Buy reprints atwcmessenger.com/reprintsFOOTBALLChicobooksfirst winat FrostThe Chico Dragons put a38-14 victory on the booksSaturday against the FrostPolar Bears.The Dragons capitalizedon Frost mistakes andturnovers to dominate theiropening game. Chico’s JericoMcGuire led his team inboth passing and rushingyards, while Chris Gilmoreled in receiving.“Jericoe managed theclock and took care of thefootball,” head coach StephenCarter said. “He threwthe ball well. He just hadsome drops by his receivers.”Chico opened the seasonwithout two key players whosustained season-ending injuriesthe week prior. However,the Dragons were stillable to push Frost around.See Chico on page 8CHICO AUTO PARTS &SERVICE INC.(940)644-5459(800)561-5459www.chicoautoparts.comChico 38, Frost 14Chico 6 12 7 13 - 38Frost 8 0 0 6 - 14First QuarterChico - 11:39, Matt Carter 65 run; PAT failedFrost - 5:18, Cobe Hailey 74 run; PAT passfrom Haily Colton ClaytonSecond QuarterChico - 8:32, Jericoe McGuire 38 run; PATfailedChico - 2:17, JD Parketon fumble recovery inendzone; PAT failedThird QuarterChico - 5:18, Matt Carter fumble return; PATby Ivan SequraFourth QuarterChico - 11:14, McGuire 19 pass to Carter;Sequra kickFrost - 7:56, Robert Worley 8 run; PAT failedChico - 1:43, Creese Redman 1 run; PAT failedChico FrostFirst Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12. . . . . . . 10Rushes Yards . . . . . . . . 21-172. . . .41-207Passing Yards . . . . . . . . . . . . 90. . . . . . . . 0Total Yards . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262. . . . . . 207Comp-Att-Int . . . . . . . . .6-16-0. . . . . . . . 0Punts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34. . . . . .2-28Fumbles lost . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1. . . . . .11-4Penalties . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-40. . . . . .7-53Individual statisticsRushing - Chico, Jericoe McGuire 7-55. Frost,Cobe Hailey 13-108.Receiving - Chico, Chris Gilmore 2-26.Passing - Jericoe McGuire, 6-16-0-90.BY CLAY CORBETTccorbett@wcmessenger.comAlvord was one of thefew teams in the area thatstarted the season with avictory Friday night.The Bulldogs (1-0) rolledver Millsap and will headut on the road again forhe second straight week,s they take on the Ponderions (0-1) Friday night atonder.Kickoff is slated for 7:30.m.“I was worried about howe would start the gameith all our inexperience,”ead coach Curtis Enisaid about the Millsapvictory. “We started greathough, and Jaylon Whitead a long kickoff return toet us going.”Alvord scored 21 pointsn the first quarter andruised to a 31-7 victory.Mistakes kept Alvordrom padding the lead, buthe defense held Millsaput of the end zone for thenal three quarters.“Our young kids up frontlayed their tails off,” Enisaid. “Our front four stayedFOOTBALLAlvord looks for win 2LEGENDROOFING, LLC.877-600-3001 • 940-293-5566www.legendroofingllc.comAlvord (1-0) atPonder (0-1)7:30 p.m.at Ponder FieldAlvord: Harris Rating 178Notable: Joe Randall led thecounty with 164 rushing yardslast week.Ponder: Harris Rating 175Notable: Ponder fell 35-6 toMuenster in their seasonopener.Harris line: Alvord by 3fresh and active. We playedgood assignment defense.”Offensively, Joe Randallled the running game with165 yards and four touchdowns.The passing game onlymustered 102 yards, andEnis knows he needs moreout of junior quarterbackCassidy Patterson thisweek against Ponder.“Cassidy did alright afterhe settled down,” Enissaid. “He just missed onfour go-routes. He needs toimprove his timing just alittle bit.”Randall rushed the ball39 times Friday. Enis wantsto see a more balanced attackthis week with Randallgetting around 20touches with a few of thosecoming via the pass.“We need to be a littlemore consistent this weekoffensively,” Enis said.“We’ve got to cut down onthe blocking assignmentmistakes and be a littlemore confident.”Ponder is coming off a35-6 loss to Muenster. TheLions have switched tomore of a run-oriented offenseand an aggressivestyle defense.“They will run multipleoffensive sets,” Enis said.“They will try to run overyou and around you. Offensivelywe’ll have to beready because they like toblitz a lot.”Alvord came out of theopener injury-free andEnis hopes to get linemenEvin Beasley and DavidGallagher back soon.BY CLAY CORBETTccorbett@wcmessenger.comBridgeport couldn’t pickup a win in their seasonopener, but they put togethera lot of good thingsto build on as they moveforward.“Our effort was goodoverall,” Bridgeport coachDanny Henson said. “Defensivelywe were out ofposition a couple of times,and they hit us for somebig plays.”Bridgeport will try to getthose things fixed as theyhead into another toughmatchup this week.The Bulls (0-1) host theAbilene Wylie Bulldogs (0-1) Friday at 7:30 p.m.Abilene Wylie comesinto Bridgeport off a 38-0loss to Argyle. The Eagles’defense dominated Wyliethroughout the night.“Argyle forced a lot ofturnovers, which plaguedthem in the game,” Hensonsaid. “Argyle capitalizedon Wylie’s mistakes.”Henson says the scoreshows how strong Argyleis and is not indicative ofWylie weakness.FOOTBALLBulls, Bulldogs to hit the turfJOE DUTY/ARCHIVE • Buy reprints at wcmessenger.com/reprintsBREAKING FREE — Bridgeport’s Chase Collins breaks a tackleagainst Alvarado in the Bulls’ season opener. Collins hopes to beback this week after suffering a knee injury later in the game.“The score was more of areflection of how good Argyleis,” Henson said. “Wyliegave up a few big plays,and they graduated a lotseniors from last year.”Wylie will be looking toget the bad taste out oftheir mouths after beingembarassed at home. Hensonsays they can’t worryabout that.“They would want tocome in here and win any-See Bulls on page 8

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2 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013Food safety: the game plan for tailgate partiesBY TANYA DAVISPre-game tailgate partiesare a long-standing Americantradition. Althoughtailgating is typically a coolweather activity in mostareas of the country, it stillrequires the same safe foodhandling practices as summerpicnicking.Let’s take a look at sometailgate tips offered by theU.S. Department of Agriculture’sFood Safety andInspection Service (FSIS). Foods like chili or stewcan be kept hot with an insulatedcontainer. To ensurethe food stays hot, first fillthe container with boilingwater, let stand for a fewminutes, empty it and thenput in the piping hot food.Keep the insulated containerclosed to keep the foodhot (140 degrees Fahrenheitor above) for several hours.Plan ahead and chillthe food in your refrigeratorbefore packing for your tailgate.Carry all cold, perishablefoods, including potatoor pasta salads, luncheonWiseNotes forConsumersmeats, rawhamburgerpatties, andcooked meator chicken inan insulatedcooler packedwith severalinches of ice,frozen gelpacks orcontainersof frozen water. Wrap rawmeat and poultry securelyto prevent their juices fromcross contaminating readyto-eatfoods.Pack clean, wet, disposablecloths or moist towelettesand paper towels forcleaning hands and surfaces.Be sure to also packwater for cleaning up.Meat and poultrycooked on a grill oftenbrowns very fast on theoutside, so use a foodthermometer to be surethey are cooked thoroughly.Cook hamburgers, sausageand all cuts of pork to 160degrees. For taste as wellas safety, FSIS recommendscooking poultry breast meatto 170 degrees and darkmeat to 180 degrees. Beef,veal and lamb steaks androasts may be safely cookedto 145 degrees for mediumrare. It is best to avoid partiallycooking food ahead oftime, which allows bacteriato multiply to the point thatsubsequent cooking cannotdestroy them.If bringing hot take-outfood, eat it within two hoursof purchase. Holding foodat an unsafe temperature isa prime cause of foodborneillness. Food should notbe left out of the cooler oroff the grill for more thantwo hours (one hour whenthe outside temperatureis above 90 degrees). 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Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER 3Aphids create a sticky mess and destroy plantsBY TODD VINEYARDThis time of year it’s frustratingto park your car undera tree or leave anything undera tree for that matter. Whenyou return, it’s sticky, and youcan’t see through the windshield.I have to wash mywindshield every day due toaphids making honeydew fallfrom the trees.More than 250 species ofaphids, often called “plantlice,” feed on agricultural andhorticultural crops, and severalcan be a problem in Texaslandscapes. Many ornamentalplants in Texas landscapesare suitable hosts for aphids,including bedding plants (especiallychrysanthemums),ash, barberry, boxelder, crapemyrtle, jasmine, flowering almond,gardenia, hibiscus, hydrangea,mountain ash, oaks,oleander, peach, pear, pecans,pines, roses, vegetables andviburnum.Aphid infestations canuild to severe levels rapidlyecause these insects reproucequickly. Infestations cane widespread or localized tojust a few plants, and may beorse than others some years.dentificationAphids are small insects,anging from 1/16 to 1/8 inch1.5 to 3.5 mm) in length. Theyre soft-bodied and vary inhape and color. Even a singlepecies may include severalolors and shapes. Aphidsay or may not have wings.inged forms tend to developn response to changes in thenvironment, such as decreasngdaylight or temperature,eterioration of the host plantr overcrowding.amage to plantsAphids draw sap from plantissue (phloem) using mouthartsadapted for piercing anducking. Some aphids feed onAgNewsfoliage, whileothers feedon the twigs,limbs, branches,fruits, flowersor roots ofplants. Somespecies injecttoxic salivarysecretions intoplants as theyfeed. If leftunchecked, aphids can stuntplant growth, deform and discolorleaves and fruit or causegalls to form on leaves, stemsand roots.Many aphid species secretea sticky substance called“honeydew,” which is similarto sugar water. This energyrichsecretion falls on leavesand other objects below theinfestation. A fungus called“sooty mold” colonizes on honeydew-coveredsurfaces, causingthem to be covered witha black coating. As a result,sunlight is unable to reach theleaf, which restricts photosynthesis.Honeydew-covered surfaces,including car exteriors,decks and sidewalks becomesticky and blackened withsooty mold. Honeydew alsoattracts ants, flies and otherinsects.Some aphid species dependheavily on ants for survivaland dispersal. The honeydewlovingants “tend” the aphidsand prey upon natural enemiesand unhealthy aphids.Ants also carry aphids to uninfestedparts of plants.Some ants even harvestand over winter the eggs ofthe corn root aphid. Certainaphids are important vectors(spreaders) of plant diseases,particularly viruses. The cottonaphid is known to transmitmore than 50 plant viruses,and the green peach aphidmore than 100.Monitoring populationlevelsAphid populations are bestmonitored by routine (once ortwice a week) visual inspectionsof plants that are potentialhosts. Aphids can occuranywhere on the plants, butthey are often found on theunderside of the leaves or onthe new growth. Yellow stickycards, available from gardenstores and nurseries, are effectivetools for monitoringwinged aphid populations,particularly in greenhouses.ManagementconsiderationsMost aphid populations aremoderated by natural controlsthat include environmentalstresses (such as high winds,heavy rains and extreme temperatures)and natural enemies(such as lady beetles,green lacewings, syrphid flylarvae, damsel bugs, braconidand chalcid wasps, and parasiticfungi).In some cases, doing nothingis the best course of action,because populations naturallybuild up and decline quickly,particularly when high numbersof natural enemies arepresent. However, any aphidmay be considered a potentialpest when conditions are favorablefor reproduction anddisease transmission.The reproduction rate ofaphids depends upon foodquality, host plant species,moisture and temperature.Good horticultural and agronomiccultural methodscan help discourage aphidoutbreaks. Biological controlagents, nonchemical methodsand insecticides for suppressingaphid infestations on ornamentalplants can be used.Predators, parasitic waspsand pathogens would be examplesof biological control.When control is necessary,using biological, non-chemicaland least-toxic methodsof aphid suppression is encouraged.A good non-chemicalcontrol method wouldbe dislodging the aphidsby spraying the host plantswith water at high pressure.This may be an ideal wayto control them on houseplants and in small plantings.Also, some naturalenemies can be purchasedfrom commercial insectariesand released to help reduceaphid numbers.Most insecticides are appliedto plants as a foliarspray or as a soil treatment.These products are takenup by the plant and make itstissues and fluids toxic to thefeeding aphids. Nonsystemic,contact insecticides must beapplied to all infested plantsurfaces for best results becausethey must come intodirect contact with the insects.Several applications atseven- to 10-day intervals, oras instructed by the productlabel, may be needed beforean acceptable level of controlBRIDGEPORT GUNSGUNS AMMO&Texas Concealed Handgun ClassRenewal Class - Thurs., Sept. 19 • 5 - 9 p.m.(Must pre-register)Buy • SellTrade • ConsignmentsNEW & USED GUNSRELOADING SUPPLIES • GUNSMITHING1691 W. US Hwy. 380 • Bridgeport • 940-683-1777www.bridgeportgunsandammo.comHiring EventCDL Drivers!is achieved.For more information, callthe Texas A&M AgriLife Extensionoffice at 940-627-3341.Todd Vineyard is a WiseCounty Extension agent.Thursday September 5, 2013 7am-3pm at the DecaturCivic Center 2010 W. 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Come Grow with Us!Check us out online at www.shaletanktruck.comDrivers: 12 Months of Experience and a Tanker Endorsement PreferredEOE/M/F/D/V Drug Free WorkplaceUNITED WAY2014 CAMPAIGNKICK-OFFHOMEWARDBOUND2 Out of 3 Rehab Patients return homein less than 30 days!LUNCHEONThursday, Sept. 5 • 10:30 a.m.Decatur Civic Center$15 per person, payable at the doorContact Martin Woodruff at uwwise.ed@embarqmail.comFax 940-627-3684 to be billedServing Wise County for 34 Years!Information from affi liated agencies will be displayed• Devon Energy Corporation• First Financial Bank• First State Bank• Legend Bank• Simpson Boyd & Powers,Attorneys at Law• Stephens, Bastianand Cartwright, L.P.SPONSORS:• Senior Care Health &Rehabilitation Center• Wise Electric Cooperative, Inc.• Wise Regional Health System• Guardian Title CompanyFront Row, Left to Right: Julie Drevecky, PTA; Mallory Kingrey, SLP; Meghann Campbell,OTR; Sabrina Burrows, COTA & Rehab Team LeadBack Row, Left to Right: Megan Cardenas, SLP; David Kleinhans, COTA; Peggy Corbell, COTA;Greg Fuller, Administrator of SCC-Decatur; Tracy McKeever, PTA; Mary Marron, PTNot Pictured: Megan Coslow, Rehab TechSenior Care Decatur Rehab TeamWhy Is Our Homeward Bound Program So Successful?A big reason would be our Rehabilitation Team!Our In-House team consists of Physical, Occupational andSpeech Therapists who focus on you and reaching your goals.Senior Care is here to meet all your needs:Short-Term Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Services, or Long-Term Care.of Wise County“Look Local -Give Local”701 West Bennett Rd Decatur, Texas 76234 • 940-626-2800“Experience the Difference”

4 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013At least ‘You’re Next’ got the punctuation rightHorror aficionados, likeother genre mavens, alwayshave a tempting terror movieon the horizon.Last year for creature fans,it was “Cabin in the Woods.”This year, it’s “You’re Next.”About the filmLike “Cabin in the Woods”2012, an 8), “You’re Next”as lauded long before itver came out. In fact, bothere substantially delayedelease-wise.“You’re Next” was madeay back in 2011. It’s noCabin in the Woods,” whichulled off the miracle of livingp to the hype.Sadly, it did not do greatusiness — and neither didYou’re Next” which perormedwell below expectaions.With two R-rated scaryovies scoring big financialumbers earlier this year“The Purge” (a 6) and theThe Conjuring” — projecionsfor “You’re Next” wereubstantial.But it merely scratched,aking barely $7 million; itill be gone soon.With “You’re Next” exiting,ne other anticipated movieooms, on Friday, Sept. 13 noess: “Insidious: Chapter 2.”Movie Man is a fan of horror,e just got burned out on thexplosion of paranormal moves,and skipped most, includnglast year’s “Insidious.”)Next up for fanboys is aemake of a classic. “Carrie”arries the troubling baggagef having been delayed fromts original release date.It might do OK since “Carie”is the only scary movieoming out around Hallowen(Oct. 18), which is veryeird.And that’s it, fright fans.he next substantial releaseoesn’t come until next year.Then, two hit on the sameate, right out of the 2014ox: “The Amityville Horror:he Lost Tapes” and “ParaormalActivity 5” — bothan. 3.The Movie Man has someopes for “I, Frankenstein”Jan. 24,) but it, too, has aleadybeen delayed oncend has been dumped intohe deadly dead of winteronths.Mostly it’s science-fictionStarring: SharniVinson, NicholasTucci, WendyGlenn, A.J.BowenDirected by:Adam WingardRated R: foreverything,including horrific acting anddialoguefilms that fill next summer’sslate.So, times are a little leanfor us horror nerds for awhile.The plotThe wealthy Davison familygathers in a remote mansionto celebrate the anniversaryof the parents.Right off the bat, the groupbegins bickering. The onlything that stops it is a boyfriendof a daughter gettingshot in the head by a crossbowbolt.From there, pandemoniumreigns. Masked men — wearinglamb, fox and tiger coverings— begin to pick off thepeople.Surprisingly, one visitor,the girlfriend of “pacifist” sonCrispin, proves quite adept atfighting back. Erin (SharniVinson) deals the attackerssome serious payback as themasked men are inside andoutside the house.But it’s a bloody battle. Afirst twist is followed by asecond one. Then comes No.3 followed quickly by the concludingmoney shot.FYI: (as horror fans know)Few get out alive.What worksMuch of the buzz around“You’re Next” was fueled bythe trailer with the musicof Lou Reed’s “Perfect Day.”However, the song in themovie that’s wonderfully incessantis “Looking for theMagic” by the Dwight TilleyBand.In fact, the soundtrack isthe best thing about “You’reNext.” It’s very ’70s, synthheavyand seems out of placeat first until you understandthe movie is supposed to bean homage to films ofthat era — “Halloween”and “Friday the13th” in particular.The Movie Manhad heard the moviehad two don’t-missscenes — the openerand the conclusion.The formerwasn’t that hot (eventhough it introduces“Looking for theMagic”) while thelatter had some clout(literally).Another plus forthe film comes fromstationary shots — peoplewith axes posed in windowsor reflections of masked killers.Best scene (spoiler)Much was made of “You’reNext” being a dark comedy,but it doesn’t work until thevery end.Crispin shows back up andbegins pitifully (althoughfunny) groveling to his girlfriendwho has just staved offcertain death because of him.The Movie Man bumpedthe rating up a point just forthis scene. It’s the prelude tothe first of three shocks, andthe dude gets what he deserves.What doesn’t work(spoiler)There likely will not be aworse-acted movie this year.It’s just terrible.There are so many holesin the story that maybethat was supposed to be thedark comedy part. The finalwhammy is set up fine — butthere was zero reason for it.Why take a weapon that’s inhand and rig up an elaboratebooby trap that removes itfrom your grasp?There’s also a nauseatinghandheld camera shot thatgoes on forever. It’s jittery beyondbelief.Finally, there’s no realmemorable demise. The biggie— that admittedly hadnever been done before (involvinga blender) — waspart of that purported darkhumor and more dumb thanfunny.The ratingThis is a hard R for everythingsplatter movies arerated R for.Summing upSupposedly a mash-up ofOld School horror and thehome invasion craze (“FunnyGames,” “The Strangers,”and, most recently, “ThePurge”) jazzed with humor,“You’re Next” does not live upto the hype.(However, the Movie Mangot his biggest chuckle beforeit started when he wasdirected to “the last theateron the left” to see it — a solocall-back to the invasion classic“Last House on the Left.”)MIKE IS IN JAMES WOOD’SPRE-OWNED BUILDINGJacobMartinWho should you trust with your OB/GYN care?Decatur Women’s Health Centeroffers a full range of obstetrical and gynecologicalcare for women at every stage of life.(Left to Right) Kim Mote, Brittany Smith, Melissa Bradley, Dr. Douglas Kyle“Friendly, professional and confidential.”Your health and well-being as a woman are our concern.Our emphasis is on making you feel comfortable, confident and reassured.Call today to schedule your next appointment.940-627-42162451 S. 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MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE®ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013 5WISE COUNTY MESSENGERClassified GOLDREAL ESTATE FOR SALE• Real Estate for Sale• Acreage• Business Property• Condos/Town Homes• Duplexes• Homes• Lots• Mobile Homes• Wanted to BuyRENTALS EMPLOYMENT SERVICES FARM AND RANCH• Apartments• Business Property• Condos/Town Homes• Duplex Housing• Homes• Mobile Homes• Rooms• Roommate Wanted• Spaces & Lots• For Lease• Wanted to Rent• Wanted to Lease• Facilities• Storage Buildings• Business Opportunity• EmploymentInformation• Adult/Elderly Care• Childcare• Food Service• Medical/Dental• Miscellaneous• Offi ce• Retail/Sales• Trades• Work Wanted• Childcare• Adult/Elderly Care• Business• Housecleaning• Let Me Fix It• Miscellaneous• TutoringPETS MERCHANDISE FOR SALE TRANSPORTATION ANNOUNCEMENTS NOTICES• Pets• Pets Lost & Found• Pet Care/Training• Pet Stud Services• Appliances• Clothing/Jewelry• Furniture• Garage Sales• Firewood• Miscellaneous• Auctions• Boats• Cars• Recreational Vehicles• Trucks• Accessories• Trailers• Wanted to Buy• Card of Thanks• Let’s Swap• Lost & Found• Personal• Wanted• Farm Equipment • Livestock Stud Service• Fencing• Livestock Supplies• Lawn & Garden • Miscellaneous• Livestock• Mowing• Livestock Care/ • Pasture & FeedTraining • Poultry• Livestock Lost & Found• Legal Notices• Public NoticesALL CLASSIFIED ADS APPEAR ONLINE AT WWW.WCMESSENGER.COM/CLASSCALL 940-627-5987 & GET RESULTS!Business HoursMonday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Deadlines:Classified Line AdsClassifi ed Gold: Noon on MondayWeekend Edition: Noon on FridayReal Estate AdsClassifi ed Gold: 3 p.m. on Wednesdaythe week beforeWeekend Edition: 3 p.m. on TuesdayClassified Display AdsClassifi ed Gold: 5 p.m. on ThursdayWeekend Edition: 5 p.m. on WednesdaySpecial Offers:5-week Service Special: Place an ad of 20words or less for 4 weeks in the BusinessServices classifi cation of the Wise CountyMessenger for $82. Receive a bold headingand the 5th week FREE!4-week For Sale Special: Place an adof 20 words or less for 2 weeks in anyFor Sale classifi cation of the Wise CountyMessenger for $42. Receive a bold headingand extra 2 weeks FREE!Classified Advertising Policy:Classifi ed ads for the Weekend/Classifi edGold edition are $20 per week for 20 wordsor less (each additional word is $1).Error Responsibility:Customers are asked to check their ad immediatelyafter it appears in the paper andreport at once any error found. Claims foradjustment should be made at that time.The Wise County Messenger is responsiblefor an incorrect ad only the fi rst time itruns, so check your ad carefully.Classified Gold goes into 28,000additional homes.Payments:In person:115 South Trinity St., DecaturBy mail:Wise County MessengerP.O. Box 149Decatur, TX 76234-0149By phone:940-627-5987$20 for20 WordsWeekend andAll Around WiseOnly $1/word over 20 wordsAcreage2.1 ACRESBeautiful Silver Lake HOA, wildlife,great place to build. 649 WhisperingOaks, Sunset. $18,900.(817)781-2481, Fama Harris, Realtor.• Alvord -9.5acres,coastal,barn,stock tank, 5 Mobile Home Rental,Good income. $80,000• Sunset - 10.140 acres with power.$50,000• Sunset - 57 +/- acres, lot of roadfrontage. 32x80 doublewide, 4barns, a neat place. $3,700 per acre•NWBowie-118 acres, good huntingor cattle. $2,395 per acre ownerterms•N.Sunset-150 acres, Denton Creek,good farm & hunting place.$3,500 per acre•N.Alvord-Prime Hwy. 287 & CRFrontage 16+ acres. $12,000 per acre•Sunset-167 acres, good cattle &horse place, 40x40 building, stocktank, well & septic. $2,950 per acre•Decatur-5+ acres, good Hwy 380frontage. $145,000•NAlvord-6acresHwy287.Reduced 8,000 per acre.Sell one or both.•EDecatur–7.5 acres, small metalbuilding, well & septic. $140,000Sun Set Realty - Jim Boyd, Associate940-845-2120940-393-0421 Cell40 ACRES2/2 mobile home. Profitable coastalhay field. Huge trees in back yard.481 CR2798, Alvord. $180,000.(817)781-2481, Fama Harris, Realtor.Homes3/2 HOMElocated in Runaway Bay on golfcourse. Huge back yard. Very familyfriendly home. $190,000. Call(940)399-8880.BIG HOUSE ON PRAIRIE4-bedroom, 2-bath, large familyroom. New build, ready now.$689/down, $757/month. EZ qualify.(214)616-7092.COUNTRY HOME37 acres. 3/3, huge kitchen, 3/4wrap porch, fenced, electric gate.186 CR1650, Chico. $285,500.(817)781-2481, Fama Harris, RealtorFOR SALE BY OWNER3/2/2, formal dining, fireplace,pool/sprinkler system, storage building,separate 20x24 shop. 400Brookview Drive, Decatur.(817)996-9030.HIGH SPEED INTERNETAnywhere, $49/month.(940)683-0090.KOZY KOTTAGE3-bedroom, 2-bath, acres. Pipefencing, privacy, country kitchen.$589/down, $628/month. Call(214)616-7092.NICE HOMEin great location between Fort Worthand Decatur. 118 Chisholm SpringsCourt, Newark. $139,000.(817)781-2481, Fama Harris, Realtor.Twice a week.52 weeksayear.Only $25.No waiting in line, juststraight to your Inbox, before it even hits the streets.Call 940-627-5987, or subscribe onlineat wcmessenger.com/subscribeLocated just 2.7 miles south of Decaturon FM 51 South. Custom builtin 2006, 4/3/4 brick home on large2.9 acre lot. For pictures and moreinfo, visit:www.infotube.net/252510.Asking $285,000. Call or text(940)577-2426.NEW BRICK HOMERunaway Bay, Bridgeport, Decatur.City lots and acreage available.(817)733-3444.New custom homes. 100% financingor lease to own available. Wecan help with your credit!(817)925-9816.Mobile HomesHERITAGE MOBILE HOMES650 S. Main, Jacksboro. Close outsale. Take advantage of huge savings!Call today! (940)567-6111.RI36520.OWNER FINANCE3/2 double wide in Newark. Easyterms, no credit. (817)975-1798.RENTAApartmentsRENTALS• Apartments • BusinessProperty • Condos/TownHomes • Duplex Housing• Homes • Mobile Homes •Rooms • Roommate Wanted• Spaces & Lots • For Lease •Wanted to Rent • Wanted toLease • Facilities • StorageBuildingsBRIDGEWOODExecutive SuitesBridgeport, TX2&3BedroomsAvailableCall Marilyn Gokey940-536-9346www.BridgewoodExecutiveSuites.comBeautiful new apartments for lease,Boyd. 2 & 3-bedroom available.Close to schools, shopping. Granitecounter tops, hardwood cabinets,backyards and more. 1-year lease,security deposit, background/creditcheck required. (940)433-8830.Cabins & efficiency apartments forrent, including some as low as$500/month w/all bills paid. Boydarea. Excellent location.(940)433-3133.Efficiency, $130/week. 1-bedroom,$170/week. All bills paid.(817)975-2431.REAL ESTATE FOR SALE OR RENTBusiness propertyEstablished Barber/Beauty shop forlease, 1,000 square feet, CH/A.$600/month, $400/deposit. Stevens& 16th Streets, Bridgeport.(940)627-4585, (940)389-6006.EXECUTIVE SUITES available forlease, Double Creek Capital, LTDbuilding. Multiple units available. Formore information, call(940)627-6450.Condos, town homesLAKE BRIDGEPORT CONDO2-story, 4/2.5, all appliances, privatepool. Water paid. No pets. 1-yearcontract. $1,000/month, $900/deposit.(817)287-1323,(940)799-3512.Runaway Bay condo, 1-bedroom,downstairs, all tile flooring, poolside, all appliances includingwasher/dryer. $560/month. Low deposit!(940)626-9603.Duplexes3/2 DUPLEX502 W. Wise Street, Alvord.Washer/dryer connections, 1,200square feet, fenced yard.$725/month, $450/deposit.bcstone123@yahoo.com,(940)393-8740.3/2 duplex, 1,140 square feet, walkingdistance to Lake Bridgeport.$850/month, $800/deposit. Rentalreferences required. (817)915-2365,Fred; (817)368-0159, Monty.3/2, bonus room, fenced yard. Immediateavailability. Runaway Bay.$750/month, $500/deposit.(940)683-3144.Alvord, 3/1 duplex. Newly renovated,fenced yard, all kitchen appliancesincluded. No insidepets/smoking. $800/month,$500/deposit. (940)300-8968.Beautiful new apartments for lease,Boyd. 2 & 3-bedroom available.Close to schools, shopping. Granitecounter tops, hardwood cabinets,backyards and more. 1-year lease,security deposit, background/creditcheck required. (940)433-8830.All real estate advertising in thisnewspaper is subject to the FairHousing Act which makes it illegalto advertise “any preference, limitationor discrimination based onrace, color, religion, sex, handicap,familial status or national origin,or an intention, to make any suchpreference, limitation or discrimination.”Familial status includes childrenunder the age of 18 living withparents or legal custodians, pregnantwomen and people securing custodyof children under 18.PUBLISHER’S NOTICE:Bridgeport, 2-bedroom, 2-bath duplexw/covered carport.$700/month, $500/deposit. Close todowntown. No smoking, no pets.References. (940)390-7002.For rent, 2-bedroom, 1-bath duplexin Alvord. Washer/dryer connections.$650/month. (940)393-0696.For rent, Bridgeport, 1-bedroomcondo, downstairs, all appliances included.For information, call(940)683-4034, (940)393-2968.RUNAWAY BAYVery nice 3/2/1 duplex, 1,400square feet, new flooring, energy efficientHVAC. Available now.$950/month, $800/deposit.(940)577-0977.Homes2/1, very clean, well kept home onbeautiful ranch North of Decatur. Nosmoking or pets. Yard maintenanceand water included. $800/month.(940)366-2696 or (940)642-9113.3-bedroom, 1-bath home for rent.1100 N. Church, Decatur.$850/month, $850/deposit.(817)368-0159.3/2, 2-CAR CARPORT3/4 acre, new flooring/paint, storagebuilding, Lake Bridgeport.$1,100/month, $1,100/deposit. Seepics at adszoom.com,(940)393-2359, (940)683-5842.3/2/2 BRICKWBFP, great neighborhood, electricgarage door opener, ceiling fans.$1,100 month, 1-year lease,$1,000/deposit. (817)320-7065.ALVORD: 2/1, fenced back yard,$650/month.DECATUR: 3/2 duplex,$895/month.BOYD area: 2propertiesavailablenext week.Cannon Property Management,(940)627-6265.Available Sept. 1. Like new, 3/2/1brick home with extra carport &large storage. 3 miles south ofBridgeport. Water & yard maintenancefurnished. No smoking, nopets. Deposit required, $975/month.(940)210-8450.Boyd, 1156 CR4590, 1-bedroom,1-bath, cottage with carport.$600/month. (817)281-4311.This newspaper will not knowinglyaccept any advertising forreal estate which is in violation ofthe law. Our readers are herebyinformed that all dwellings advertisedin this newspaper are availableon an equal opportunity basis. Tocomplain of discrimination callHUD toll-free at1-800-669-9777. Thetoll-free telephonenumber for thehearing impaired is1-800-927-9275.EQUAL HOUSINGOPPORTUNITY1205 Halsell St, Bridgeport • 940-683-4008Fred Meyers, BrokerMike Jones, Realtor 940-393-5229 • Jared McComis, Realtor • 940-399-7530EQUAL HOUSINGOPPORTUNITY1015 Wootten -MotivatedSellers&bringanyreasonableoffers!!Nicehomeinareathathashadseveralnew homes but established area. New cabinets, flooring & appliances, both bathrooms have beenredone. Patio has a pitch roof cover that is great for entertaining. Reduced to $114,5002308 RIDGEWOOD -Spaciouswellcaredforstone-brickhomeonalargelandscapedcornerlot.Thehome features split brs, open lr, kitchen & dining areas, Jacuzzi tub in master bath wseparate vanities &shower, large walk-in closet, sprinkler system, large covered patio. Wood fence surrounds the propertywith cement curb under it.New Listing on CR 3519 -54.3acres5milessouthofBridgeportbetweenFM920andFM2123.Numerous large trees, 3 stock tanks, and plenty of road frontage. Wildlife in the area. Farm house withvinyl siding, fenced yard, cellar in back yard. Outbuildings include 2 barns and carport. Bridgeport ISDschools. Very quiet, paved road, great place to retire or raise your children. $355,000 Call Mike Jones807 Shady Oaks -Extremelywellbuilt3bedroom,2bathhouselocatedinBridgeport.Openconceptextends from the kitchen & dining through to the living area. With an oversized garage and smallworkshop in the back yard. Buyer offering $5000 flooring allowance.1507 16th St -This3/2framehomesituatedonacornerlotwithlotsofpossibilitiesinit.Thishomefeatures 2 living rooms, dress shop that could be turned into a master bedroom or exercise room, lots ofstorage, needs some TLC but not much. Priced at $80,000 and possible owner finance.CR 3540 -46.3acresofrollingterrainandgrasswithcountyroaddowntwosidesoftheproperty.Perfect place to build a home on your own beautiful piece of Texas. Fences are in good shape. Theadjacent 144 acres and house is available as well. Owners will look into subdividing the land as long asthe boundaries make sense.1117 Halsell St -Greatretaillocationandbuilding.Fronthalfofthebuildingisfinishedoutandreadyforoperations. The back half was used to store inventory but would require little effort to open up and use100% for retail. $135,0001605 Harwood St -Nicestarterhomewithinwalkingdistancetothemiddleschool,elementaryschool,football games, baseball games, and softball games. Home sits on a large lot with plenty of room all youractivities. Must see to appreciate. $68,500CR 3579 -Lookingforthatplacetoputyouranimalsandbuildyourhomeonthisistheplace.43.3 + or - acres of wooded to scattered trees with 2 tanks for watering. Within minutes of downtownCottondale and Paradise Schools. $5000/acreCR 3214 -Lookingforseclusiontobuildyourdreamhomeonhereitis438.50+/-acresthatisheavilytreed, pasture and partially cultivated & river frontage. $4800/acre Ask for Mike Jones.CAROUSEL PROPERTIESRunaway Bay, 3/2, appliances,washer/dryer connections, CH/A,$850-$950/month, $1,000/deposit.(940)539-0738.For rent: 2/1, $750/deposi,$750/month. 3/1, $950/deposit,$950/month. Bridgeport.(817)304-0056. No pets. Must beable to pass a background check.Runaway Bay, 123 Runaway BayDrive, 3/2/2 brick. 2,100 square feetw/large 2-car garage. $1,275/month,$500/deposit. No smoking.(940)577-2426. Available.Mobile Homes0creditcheck.2,3&4-bedroomhomes, $550-$1,500/month, forsale/rent. Owner finance land/homepackages, 1.5-4 acres. Ponder ISD,pets OK. (940)648-5263,www.ponderei.com.1-bedroom trailer, Bridgeport. Largecovered deck, electric/water paid.$530/month. (940)683-2442,(940)393-9500 or (940)683-4166.2/2 mobile, 8 miles NE Decatur, offFM 51/CR2320. $650/month,$650/deposit. Call for application &details, (940)210-3298 or(940)210-8619.3/2 double wide for rent.$800/month, $500/deposit CardinalStreet, Lake Bridgeport. No insidepets allowed. Please call(940)399-8876.Crafton, 2/2/ mobile home, coveredporch, handicap ramp, fenced frontyard. $650/month, $500/deposit.References required.(940)644-0063. Available Sept. 1.Nice, new paint, 5-bedroom, 3-bathdouble wide on 3 acres. Close toHighway 114/51 intersection, StonegateDrive, Paradise. AvailableSept. 1, showing immediately.$1,100/month, $800/deposit.(682)551-0424, (682)559-1512,(304)646-3072.Paradise ISD. 3/2 double wide, garbageincluded. NO PETS!$650/month, $350/deposit.(817)692-9111.If you have been thinkingabout selling, now isthe time! Call today toschedule an appointment!Sue Ann Denton, Inc.Decatur1606 W. Bus. 380940-627-3080Carrie EndsleyPreferred PropertiesCell: 940-389-6500cendsley@remax.netRoommate wantedBedroom for rent/roommate. 3-bedroomhouse on 4 acres, Alvord. 1horse and/or dog negotiable.$350/month plus electric. Call Larry,(817)480-3952.Spaces & lotsHAPPY CAMPER RV PARKSpaces available, conveniently located.101 PR 3421, Bridgeport.www.wisecohappycamper.com,(940)577-7275.Storage BuildingsDECATUR SELF STORAGEVOTED BEST SELFSTORAGE IN WISECOUNTYFree lock with rental of unit•Wesellboxesandmovingsupplies•Climatecontrolledunitsavailable•U-HaulDealer-Trucks,Trailers,etc.Ask about our special!1100 E. Bus. 380 • Decatur940-627-6434Toll Free: 877-718-8875www.decaturselfstorage.netIT’S WHATWE DO.940-627-5987WCMESSENGER.COM/SUBSCRIBEBridgeport192 W. Hwy. 380940-683-3080Beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 ½ bath, 4 car carport. Brick home on 10+acres.Windows galore and outstanding views from this Texasshowplace surrounded by mature oak trees. Split bedrooms, largeliving and kitchen, workshop and gunite pool. Large equipmentshed or barn with full kitchen for entertaining.SMARTER • BOLDER • FASTER•JanaBearden•JayConquest•RebeccaDavis•JoeyDuncan •NaomiDuncan•SueAnnDenton•CindyGrommesh•BobGrommesh•KimHolt •SteveJones•AngieKasner•JaneKasner•RobertMeek•SueMeek•TonyaShaffer•KayStanfield•AngieUselton•SuzyWillefordWise County’s#1 Real Estate Company(per MLS statistical data)www.century21sueanndenton.com

6 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013EMPLOYMENTBusiness opportunityLEASE TO OWNStop N Go Bait Shop. Call(940)577-0665 for information & details.Employment information!!ATTENTION!!Advertising under this classificationis normally not a bona fideopportunity. Typically, companiesadvertising here offer informationabout potential employment.Some are selling this information.We suggest that ourreaders thoroughly investigatethese advertisers before investingany money.ChildcareChild care workers needed in ourBoyd location. Please submit resumeto Texas Neighborhood Servicesvia mail (P.O. Box 1539,Weatherford, TX 76086); email(Kimberly.eltiste@txns.org); or fax(817-598-5748). No phone callsplease.Food serviceAcceptingApplicationsRestaurant General ManagerStarting at $34,000 - $38,000Assistant ManagersStarting at $11/hrShift ManagersStarting at $9/hrFull-time positionsreceive benefitsMedical/Dental/Vacation PaySick Pay/Life InsurancePositions Available inDecatur & BridgeportApply onlinejobsatpizzahut.comEqual Opportunity EmployerPizza Hut accepting applications forcooks, servers & CSR in Decatur &Bridgeport. Apply online at:jobsatpizzahut.com.Bridgeport Country Club hiring bartender/cook.Apply in person, 250FM 2123, Bridgeport.Looking for A Sweet Career?Looking for aGeneral Managerfor our Decatur Location$55K - $60K(with bonus potential)Competitive BenefitsGreat opportunities forAdvancement, Ecellent Benefi ts& a great place to work!Email resume:JRichard@braums.comNow hiring experienced breakfastcooks. Apply in person at StevensStreet Grill, Bridgeport.NOW HIRINGLine ServersWaitressesMust be availableEvenings and WeekendsOnly Serious Workers Need ApplyApply in personSee Manager for Details401 N. Hwy 287, Decatur940-627-7227Medical/DentalPatient centered Decatur dental officeseeking experienced employeewith excellent customer serviceskills, strong work ethic, self starter,team player with professional attitudeto work 36 hours/week. Musthave previous dental experience.Salary based upon experience andqualifications. Only qualified applicantsplease fax resume to(940)627-7104.Now Hiring• COOK• WEEKENDDISHWASHERApply In Person.Governor’s Ridge300 Devereaux St. • Decatur940-627-1104Now hiring for the following position:• Full-Time LVN6pm-6am• Full TimeDietary Aide• PRN Dietary AideApply In Person At701 West Bennett Rd., DECATUR or call940-626-2800EEO M/F/D/VSUBSCRIBECall 940-627-5987Senior Care Health& Rehabilitation CenterBridgeportNOW HIRINGfor the following positions:• Full-time LVN2 p.m. - 10 p.m.$2,500 Sign-on Bonus• Certified Nurse Aide2 p.m. - 10 p.m.$1,000 Sign-on Bonus• Certified Medication Aide2 -10 p.m.$500 Sign-on Bonus• Full-Time DishwasherApply in person at 2108 15th St. • Bridgeport940-683-5023EEO-M/F/D/VMiscellaneousTheHillsNURSING &REHABILITATIONLVN2:00-10:00CNAsAPPLY IN PERSON AT201 E. THOMPSON, DECATURor FAX RESUMEto940-627-3937 EEO/M/F/D/WFirst Baptist Church of Alvordis seekingPart-time and Full-timeChristian Daycare TeachersMonday - Friday. Must be dependableand love children. Competitive pay.Call Lori at 940-210-2678 for interviewNeed reliable, hard-workingself-starter to wash 4 dogs, do lawnmaintenance/tree trimming and generalhouse maintenance. Send contactinformation and work history tobrigre@msn.com.NOW HIRINGAssistant Manager, retail experiencerequired. Apply at MarketPlace in Decatur orwww.marketplacegrocery.com.Now hiring silk screen printer. Experiencepreferred, but will train if necessary.Please send brief introductionwith resume to:amahlr23@gmail.com.Pressers needed. No phone calls.Pick up application in person,Comet Cleaners, 1400 S. FM 51,Decatur.Superior Auto Repair now hiring foran experienced auto technician.8a.m.-5p.m., Mon-Fri. We are asafe, fast-paced shop. Competitivepay. Alignment experience preferred,but will train if needed. Comeby 1201 N. Highway 287, Suite B,next to Decatur Tire to fill out an application,or call (940)626-1500.Swap meet help needed. Heavy liftingrequired. Thursday afternoon,Friday all day, Saturday evening,Sept. 12-14. Wallace Wade Tires,1(800)666-8973, ext. 1.Texascraft.com order processingand fulfillment. Product packaging.Full-time or part-time. Start salary$11.25. Send resume to HPS LLC,P.O. Box 855, Rhome, TX 76078.OfficeOffice/collections/sales positionavailable. Salary negotiable. Call fordetails & appointment:(940)683-1999 or (940)399-7060.Retail/SalesAuto sales/collections/office managerposition available. Salary negotiable.Call for details & appointment:(940)683-1999 or(940)399-7060.Cashier/inventory clerk positions.Full & part-time, Saturdays required.Apply in person, 10a.m.-4p.m.,Mon.-Thur. Just Like New ProcessingRoom, 802 W. Main, Suite A,DecaturTradesAIRLINE CAREERSbegin here. Get trained as an FAAcertified Aviation Technician. Financialaid for qualified students. Jobplacement assistance. Call AviationInstitute of Maintenance, Dallas,(866)783-0458.EXCELLENT EARNING POTENTIALPLUS...✔Be Part of a Growing SalesTeam✔Commission✔Bonus Opportunities✔5-Day Work Week✔Paid Holidays &Vacation✔Sales Experience a Plus; Will TrainKLEMENTApply by Email to juliei@klementcjd.comOr In Person to a Sales Manager atCHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAMEqual Opportunity Employer 500 North US 287 in DECATURYou’ll more thanpay for your $37subscription bysavings you’ll find inthe Messengerevery week.Local Paper. Local News. Loyal Readers.❏ 1YearIn-County$37❏ 2YearIn-County$70❏ 1YearOut-of-County$43Ron Ansell, FICArea Manager972-923-9973RLAnsell@woodmen.orgCD0746WOW9/10❏ 1YearOut-of-State$49❏ 1YearDigital$25❏ 2YearDigital$50PO Box 149 • Decatur, TX 76234940-627-5987 • Fax 940-627-1004wcmessenger.com/subscribeA 120-year-old company has one position open inWise County. Applicants should possess the followingqualifications:• 2 years of college or work-equivalent in sales• Professional appearance & attitude• Be “teachable”• Good communication skills• Self-motivatedOur business is sales. If you are successful, we willreward you well. If you are average, you can expect$50,000 a year. We offer an expanding market, training,bonuses, matching 401k, health, dental, and visioninsurance. If you are searching for a career, not a joband are driven for success, then I want to talk to you.Please fax your resume to 972-937-9907 or email me atrlansell@woodmen.org.SEEKING CDL DRIVERSCLASS A AND B• $18/hr. plus Incentive Pay• Paid insurance• 401(k) plan• Paid holidays• Paid vacation• Safety bonusesMust be willing to travelIf interested please call940-627-1005STREET MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANPosting No: 13-004Posting Dates: Open Date: 06/07/2013 Close Date: Until FilledBrief Description of the Job:Responsible for the maintenance and repair of City streets, right of way, streetsigns, and other assigned structures. Performs related work as required.Education and Experience Requirements:High school diploma or equivalency. Valid Texas Operator Driver’s License. CDLDriver’s License preferred.Essential Functions:1. Performs a combination of manual and semi-skilled labor and equipmentoperations for the purpose of maintaining and repairing City streets, relatedstructures and right of way. Assigned project work includes repairing, maintainingand constructing streets, sidewalks and driveways; repairing and maintaining streetsigns, other markings and right of way structures; patching potholes; sweeping andclearing streets and right of way; and mowing grass.2. Picks up and transports materials, tools and supplies. Cleans and washesequipment and tools. Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on tools,equipment and vehicles. Notifies supervisor of needed replacements and repairs.3. Flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs and cones around project/worksite to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public.4. Perform work on water and sewer projects as assigned; such as assisting withmaintaining, repairing and/or constructing sewer, water, and ditch lines; clearingsewer back ups; maintaining storm drains and gutters, etc.FLSA: ExemptCity of Decatur201 East Walnut ~ P.O. Box 1299 ~ Decatur, Texas 76234TEL: 940-393-0205 ~ FAX: 940-627-1341 ~Email: mhenline@decaturtx.org ~Website: www.decaturtx.orgHours: Full-time, M - Th 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Salary Range: $20,607-$31,170 annuallyNOTE: To be considered for this position, you must complete and submit a City ofDecatur Employment Application between the job posting dates.The City of Decatur does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex,religion, age ANor EQUAL disability OPPORTUNITY in employment or EMPLOYERthe provision of services.CITY OF DECATURMary Ann Henline, PHR - Human Resource Manager201 East Walnut • P.O. Box 1299 • Decatur, Texas 76234TEL: 940-393-0205 • FAX: 940-627-1341 • Website: www.decaturtx.orgThe City of Decatur is an Equal Opportunity Employer and advocate for workplace diversity.

ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013 7EMPLOYMENTSERVICESFARM ANDRANCH940.626.4488We Have Jobs!Skilled IndustrialCDL DriversSupervisor/ForemanIndustrial MechanicsCode / Non-Code WeldersFront End LoaderForklift & Heavy Equip. OperatorsJourneyman & Apprentice ElectriciansSemi Skilled IndustrialPainters / Sandblasters / GrindersGeneral Labor Shop HandGrinding Room OperatorWarehouse / Packaging / SortingKiln Car RepairOffice Jobsprontostaffing.comBlues InspectionServicesNOW HIRINGGeneral LaborerApply at109 Lake Road, BridgeportCabinet shop in Rhome needs experiencedhelp. Must have cleandriving record. Call (817)638-2045.CDL drivers needed, sand/gravelhauling. (940)427-2033.Casing inspection company lookingto hire seasoned professionals forcasing inspection. Experience preferred,but will train. Call(940)210-5937.Drivers: $1,000 sign-on! Paid training,benefits, bonuses! HOMEMOST NIGHTS!! CDL-A, oil & gasservice company.www.Drive4MAALT.com; Kathryn,(800)979-4155.Hiring CDL drivers. Tanker endorsementand end dump. (940)389-2579or (940)427-4953.Lonestar Ranch & Outdoors is nowhiring Class-A CDL drivers, tankerendorsement required. Inquire at(817)995-5024 for benefits & info.Looking for CDL drivers &owner/operators. Flatbed experiencerequired. Send resume to:hotshottodayusa@aol.com.Manufacturing machine operator.Full-time and part-time.Smokingfree work place. Must pass backgroundcheck and have a validdriver licence. Send resume to HPSLLC, P.O. Box 855, Rhome, TX76078.Mixer drivers wanted, Class B CDLrequired. Apply in person, WiseReady Mix, 2005 16th Street,Bridgeport.Needed CDL driver, forklift operatorw/CDL, wench truck driver. Benefitsinclude insurance, paid vacation,and holidays. Call(940)745-1559,Mon.-Fri.,8a.m.-5p.m.Now hiring Class A CDL drivers with2-years experience. Oilfield/environmental/constructiontransportation.Paid weekly, insurance, Aflac,paid vacations and much more. CallDaniel, (800)448-6323.Tank 1 Services is looking for ClassAcertifiedCDLdriverswithHazMat.Starting at $18/hour. Apply in person,Bowie, Texas yard, 810 FM174. (817)487-0728.Front-End ServiceTechnician NeededMust have experience.Apply to Brian atKarl Klement Ford, Inc.US Hwy. 287, Decatur • 940-627-1101Diamond Tank RentalNOW HIRINGWinch Truck & Flat Bed DriversCDL Required. No Tarping.Paid Vacation, Medical InsuranceFor more information call 940-969-2028NOW HIRINGINVENTORY CONTROL PERSONNELBasic Bookkeeping/Accounting BackgroundExperience Required.Please Fax Resume to 940-627-6173GILBOW TANK TRUCK SERVICE INC.940-845-5002NOW HIRINGEXPERIENCED DIESEL MECHANICPAY BASED ON EXPERIENCEAPPLY IN PERSON • 136 CR 1793 • SUNSET, TXNow hiring repairman & maintenanceman to do repairs & inspectionson aerobic system. Generalplumbing & electric knowledge aplus. Apply at 11049 S. Highway287, Rhome, TX; (817)638-9053.NOW HIRING truck driver, full-time,Class A or B CDL required, experienceddriver only. Hauling in Wiseand surrounding counties. Apply @Cox Ready Mix, 872 S. Highway101, Chico.Truck drivers needed, Class A-CDLwith tanker endorsement. Must havetruck driving experience, tank truckexperience preferred. Call(940)736-0758, 8a.m.-5p.m.,Mon.-Fri.Welders, fitters, fabricators, truck &trailer mechanics needed. Severalpositions available. Experience required.Full-time. Apply in person at701 E. Rock Island, Boyd.SERVICESSERVIC• Childcare• Adult/Elderly Care• Business• Housecleaning• Let Me Fix It• Miscellaneous• TutoringSPRAY-N-BEDLINERSand Undercoating940-626-92921809 US Hwy. 287 North, Decatur(Across from AGVantage Farm Supply)EMPLOYMENTGILBOW TANK TRUCK SERVICE INC.136 CR 1793 • Sunset, TXNOW HIRINGEXPERIENCED DRIVERSMust have Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.Competitive Pay & Medical benefits after 90 days.Safety Bonuses. Drug screen required.APPLY IN PERSON • 940-845-5002Trailers & RVworldIs looking for more Great Employees!NOW HIRINGWASH/DETAIL PERSONNELLOT PORTER • JANITORIAL SERVICEApply in person, 155 CR 4228 • Decatur(5 miles south of Decatur on Hwy. 287 S.)940-393-7070Come Drive With UsAdult/Elderly careCOME BE A PART OF A WINNING TEAMDURHAM SCHOOL SERVICESIN In PARTNERSHIP Proud Partnership WITH with NORTHWEST Northwest ISDTOENAILS TRIMMED BY TERRYLet me help those bad feet feelgood again. Experienced RN willcome to you. (817)564-1356.BusinessAPI-ABSOLUTE PAYROLL INTEGRITYPayroll & full-service bookkeeping,specializing in trucking & constructionpayroll. Contracted office fill-in,low rates. (817)636-2536,www.api-tx.com.BRUCE’S HOUSE LEVELINGFoundation repair, sheetrock, tape&beddingrepair.Allworkguaranteed!Free estimates. 30 years experience.(817)690-2429.JOE TUCKER DRYWALL& INSULATION(940)389-0029Sheetrock ✣ Texture ✣ Insulation.New construction, remodeling,add-ons, spray foam & attic insulation.(940)389-0029.MR. SWEEP’SChimney Cleaning Service. Chimneycaps, dryer vent cleaning & fireplacerepairs. Call (817)692-5624.School School Bus Drivers Wanted• No experience necessary for driversNo experience necessary• FREE TrainingCompetitive pay $11 per hr.• P/T Medical/Dental/Vision• Benefits P/T Medical/Dental/VisionAvailableBenefits Available• Flexible Stop schedules by our offices at:1950 Texan Drive orStop by our offices at:Apply online at:1950 Texan Drive ordurhamschoolservice.comApply online at:durhamschoolservices.com940-242-3900Durham School Services Performs Drug and Alcohol Testing,Motor Vehicle and Background ChecksEOESTONE WORK & CONCRETERetaining walls, patios, rock entries,houses, landscaping. Small brickjobs. Decatur references. 20-yearsexperience. Major credit cards accepted.Insured/bonded.(817)919-4487.HousecleaningHousecleaning. One time only,weekly or bi-weekly. Reasonableprices. Free estimates. Call Tammytoday! (940)399-8932.OFFERING HOUSE CLEANING!We do an excellent job! One timebasis or the maintenance scheduleyou choose. Free estimates.(817)876-1035.PROFESSIONAL HOUSECLEANINGand organizing. 20+ years experience.20% off organizing, back toschool special. Call Sharon for freeestimates, (940)389-8883.Let me fix itBC PAINTINGand renovation. Pricesstarting at $1/squarefoot. 20-years experience.Clean work. BretCarr, (940)297-7549.HOME LEVELING SOLUTIONSPier/beam homes, mobile homes,small buildings, sub flooring, beams,columns, crack repair, masonry repair.(940)399-9616.PRO CONSTRUCTION SERVICES(940)577-4135. Remodeling,interior & exteriorpainting, drywall,cabinets, trim, tile,handyman jobs. Qualitywork done right.REMODELING & HANDYMANElectric, plumbing, framing, kitchens,drywall, painting, hauling, treeremoval, pressure washing. Freeestimates. 40-years experience.Steve, (817)471-7597.REMODELING & REPAIRSfor your home & rental properties.Call Barry, (940)389-4943.MiscellaneousSTOP N GO BAIT112 CR1638, Chico. Extra largeminnows for catfish/large fish. Open24/7. (940)577-0665.FARM AND RANCHFARM ARANCFencing3D FARM & RANCH SERVICESAll types fencing, metal buildings,carports, custom gates, entrances,cattle guards, mobile & shop welding,general clean-up, skid steerwork. YOU NAME IT, WE DO IT!!Credit cards accepted.(940)210-1242. Tx3dranch.com.AFFORDABLE FENCINGAll types, including chainlink, wood privacy, vinyl,farm fencing. Installationor repair. (940)626-9290.www.affordablefencing.netAL SALINAS FENCINGAll types fencing. Braces, gates,cattle guards, livestock shelters,carports, pre-made braces.(940)577-0878.www.alsalinasfencing.comBOBBY’S FENCEAll types fencing. Free estimates.Over 25-years experience.(817)444-3213.FENCE PANELS20’ continuous fence panels, madeby GoBob. New, never used.(940)969-2573.Lawn and garden• Farm Equipment • Fencing• Lawn & Garden • Livestock• Livestock Care/Training• Livestock Lost & Found• Livestock Stud Service• Livestock Supplies• Miscellaneous • Mowing• Pasture & Feed • PoultryResidential and CommercialLandscape MaintenanceDAVIS LAWN CAREServing All of Wise CountyJason DavisOwnerFree EstimatesLawn MowingWeedEatingEdging817-914-5801940-389-0428Klean KutLawn CareMowing • Edging • TrimmingCommercial or ResidentialBrush Hog MowingInsuredKenny MoranCell 817-247-9965Office 940-433-5470SS LAWN CAREFull lawn care service. Mowing,landscaping, tree trimming, fertilization,flower beds and more. Referencesavailable. 10-years experience.Commercial/residential. CallShane for free estimate.(940)210-9444.Livestock9-YEAR-OLD PALOMINOgelding, well-trained. 4-year-oldmule, will pull & ride. 7-year-oldblack mare with 1910 doctor’sbuggy. (469)261-3938.ALL NATURAL BEEFNo antibiotics or hormones. Whole,half, quarter or smaller packages tosuit your needs. (940)210-9614.ATTRACTIVE 2-YEAR-OLD BAYfilly, by a son of Dual Peppy & PlayboysMadera. Very well broke.Some cow work. Unregistered.(940)390-3542.LIVESTOCKBlack Angus bull. (940)393-2904.LLAMASweanlings (6-months-old), adults,bred females, guardians & pet quality.We provide training & supportfor new owners. (940)433-5897.Livestock care/trainingHORSESHOEINGHot, cold & corrective. 26-years experience.Vet references availableon request. Prompt, reliable service.(817)690-0924.RED RIVER HORSE-SHOEING25-years experience,certified. Reasonablerates. Wise & surroundingcounties. Steve Sewell,(940)366-1485.MowingACREAGE MOWINGTractor services. Plowing, seeding,aerating, tilling, fertilizing available.Tommy, 1(940)482-6578.All AroundWise CountyTractor WorkBrush Hog, Disc,Tillering, Box Blade,Front End Loader Work,Ronnie LeeSmall Acreage Mowing940-395-7625WEST FIREBREAK SERVICES, LLCPUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEENEEDEDEntry level position; will train but prefer experience.duties include but are not limited to: Maintenance of citybuildings and properties, daily checking of wells and residuals;reading water meters. Starting pay is $9.00 to $12.00 per hourdepending on experience. Benefits include: Major medicalhealth, vision and dental insurance, city paid retirement plan,vacation, sick and holiday pay.All interested parties should send resume to City of Newark,Attn: Diane Rasor, P.O. Box 156, Newark, TX 76071, fax to817-489-5202, email to citysecretary@newarktexas.com or applyin person at Newark City Hall, 209 Hudson, Newark, TX.The City of Newark is an equal opportunity employer.HIRING TRANSPORT DRIVERSTransport Transport 2 Years Verifiable DrivingDrivers Drivers Experience, CleanNeeded Needed MVR andTransport Drivers NeededBackground, Class A License + Tanker Endorsementand age 22 or older. Locations in Cleburne,Weatherford, Bridgeport, Justin and Jacksboro.2222yearsyearsminimumminimumage;age;Basic2 years verifiableverifiabledrivingdrivingexperience;22 years minimum age; experience;ClassClassA CDL;CDL;We 2 yearsWepaypayyou verifiableyouforforyour drivingyourexperience experience;experienceEmployeeEmployeeandandFamilyFamilyhealthhealthinsuranceClass A CDL;insuranceNightNightshiftshiftpremiumpremiumNight We payNightshift youshiftbonus for your experiencebonus• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance• Drive locally only - 12-hour shifts• Company-Paid Life Insurance• Matching 401(k)• Night Shift Differential• Night Shift Bonus Annually• Safety Bucks Annually• Paid Vacations and Paid Holidays• Quarterly Driver Bonuses• Driver Referral Bonuses• Free Wellness Fair for Employees Annually• $25/month Gym Reimbursement paid QuarterlyEmployee and Family health insuranceNight shift premiumCleburneCleburnearea:area:817.925.5154817.925.5154ScottScottContact 940.393.5525 Dannyor 817.925.5154 JonEOEBridgeportBridgeportarea:area:940.393.5525940.393.5525KirbyKirbywww.cutandgrow.comAsk About Tree Trimmingand Spring Clean-UpTREES TRIMMED & REMOVED39 years in business, insured. Allmajor credit cards accepted.(817)444-0861, Teater.Fence Pipe and Supplies2 3 /8 - 2 7 /8 - 3 1 /2 - 4 1 /2 - 5 1 /2Square & Rectangular TubingC-PurlinDomed Caps and SpringsAuthorized DealerAll Types of SteelMobile 214.519.1075CUSTOM ROUND HAY BALINGCutting, plowing, field mowing services,welding. Experienced crew.Hay for sale. Contact Scott Smith,(940)399-7613, (940)399-9146.Flusche Enterprises, Inc.940-759-2203 Muenster, TX

8 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013FARM ANDRANCHMERCHANDISE FOR SALE TRANSPORTATION NOTICESPASTURE MOWINGdriveways, garden tilling, culverts,tinhorns. Call (940)577-9236.Pasture and feedBK FERTILIZERLiquid nitrogen, 32-0-0, for sale.Also, application service available.Call (940)393-9616CLEAN, FERTILIZEDcoastal hay. Large round bales,$60/each. Square bales, $6/each.(940)393-9835.Cowboy Bermuda hay for sale.Round bales only. Horse & cowquality. Call (940)627-2638.CUSTOM ROUND/SQUAREbaling , mowing, plowing,grain drill, treestrimmed, gardenstilled. Hay hauling andhay for sale. Call(940)393-9616, (940)683-3148.HORSE QUALITY COASTALsquare bales, $7/bale, in barn.(940)389-2737 or (940)399-6440.LONESOME DOVE FEEDAuthorized Bryant dealer, 50# corn$9.75, Hay for sale. Located 1231CR4380, Decatur. (940)389-2945.✭COASTAL HAY✭Large round bales, heavily fertilized&herbicided.NearAlvord,willload.(940)872-2197.NO TILL DRILL PLANTINGService. Cover crops, over seedingpasture for winter grazing & otherservices. (940)393-6037.QUALITY HAY FOR SALECoastal round bales, $75. Sudanround bales, $70. Wheat roundbales, $60. Prairie hay round bales,$60. Coastal square bale, wire tied,$7.50. All 4x5, tight round bales.Delivery available. (940)393-5853,www.ninebarranch.com.TRIP HOPPER JR.24”x30”x30”, hold 300 lbs, 3/4”cubes. $850/OBO or will trade forcattle hay rings. (817)917-0280.PetsPETS• PetsPETS• Pets Lost & Found• Pet Care/Training• Pet Stud Services!!ATTENTION!!We suggest that our readers thoroughlyinvestigate any advertiserbefore investing any money.POODLESdual registered mini. $500-$600.DOB, 8-15-13. Taking deposits.southernbellejewels@hotmail.com,(817)636-2826, facebook/silkpoodles.Pyrenees/Anatolian puppies forsale. 10-weeks-old, 1st shots.$100/each. (940)841-1944.REGISTERED TOY AUSTRALIANShepherd puppies for sale. Call fordetails. (940)736-5120,cutetoyaussies@gmail.com.FurnitureAARONS LEASE RETURNSSave big because we leased it first!Sofa and love seats from $389.3-piece accessory tables from $79.Sanitized mattress and foundation,both for $129. 5-piece bedroomfrom $389. Laptops from $289.Playstations or Xbox from $169.Washers, dryers, refrigerators andmuch more. Short on cash? Leaseto own in only 12-18-24 months.Cash, check or credit card. Deliveryavailable. Limited quantities. Aarons,1300 Highway 51 South, ablock south of Wal-Mart in Decatur.(940)627-5043. Ask for Mike.HUNTINGTON UPRIGHTpiano & bench. Excellent condition.$500/OBO. (940)627-2962.SOLID OAK TVconsole with doors. (940)393-1298.Garage sales!!ATTENTION!!Garage sale ads must be called inBEFORE NOON MONDAY to run inthe All Around Wise/Wednesdayedition. As of Oct. 1, 2012, all classifiedsare in All Around Wise. Wedo not run garage sales the weekendbefore the sale.Briar, 289 CR4864 (off FM 730),Fri.-Sat., Sept. 6-7, 7a.m. Huge,multi-family sale. Furniture, toys, allsize clothes, electronics & more!Decatur, 438 CR4270, Sat., Sept. 7,8a.m.-3p.m. Estate sale. Antiquedressers, chest-of-drawers, desk,bedroom set, home decor, Breyerhorses & collectibles (NO clothes orchildren’s items).AUCTIONCocanougher Properties, Inc. DBA Decatur Self-Storage,wishing to availthemselves of the provisions of Chapter 59 of the Texas Property Code,will conduct a public sale to the highest bidder for cash to satisfy thelandlord’s lien against the following persons:Martin CamposLisa BoswellMichaela DodgeDedie Wall-BrownZarla PoppJerry BowenDennis SnodgrassDVD player, DVDs, boom box, toaster oven, plastic shelf, ironingboard, throw pillows, blankets, comforter, assorted boxes and bagswith misc. items.Quilt, chest of drawers.Decatur, 1500 Wildhorse, Fri.-Sat.,Sept. 6-7. SOMETHING FOR EVE-RYONE! Tools, clothing, furniture.Back it up & haul it off!COUNTY WIDE GARAGE SALESATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14A map will be in The All AroundWise section of The Wise CountyMessenger, Wed., Sept. 11 andSat., Sept. 14. Deadline is noon,Mon., Sept. 9 and cost is $30 for upto 20 words ($1/word extra over 20words). Place and pay for your adbefore 5p.m. on Wed., Sept. 4 andreceive a $3 Early Bird discount!Call (940)627-5987 or come by 115S. Trinity, Decatur and place yourad today!FALL County-WideGARAGE SALEisCOMING!SATURDAY, SEPT. 14, 2013We will be publishingthe map on Wednesday(All Around Wise),Sept. 11 and again inthe Weekend Edition onSaturday, Sept. 14$20 for 20 words or less(+$1/word over 20)+$10 for address to behighlighted on the map=$30 for 20 words or lessDeadline: Noon on Mon., Sept. 9EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT!ONLY $27Deadline for discount: Wed., Sept. 4All ads must be paid by deadlineTo place an ad, call or come by theWise County Messenger at 115 SouthTrinity in Decatur • 940-627-5987Futon, amplifier, 4 metal chairs with cloth seats, kitchen table,throw rug, utility dolly, ironing board, wicker basket, leatherpurse, drum stool, empty u-haul boxes, several boxes of misc.items.Wood corner shelf, 2 wood night stands, TV, Igloo cooler, 2 woodframes, large sword, many plastic totes, bags and boxes with misc.items.Suitcase, metal shelf, plastic shade, fake potted plant, assortedboxes and bags or misc. items.Craftsman roll around tool cabinet, 2 creepers, Toshiba TV, kingsize mattress, box, headboard and footboard, stereo and speakers,2clothchairs,metalgangboxes,6ftfiberglassladder,2shovels,rake, post hole digger, 2 rod & reels, tackle box, large tarp, shopvac, drop light, 12ga extention cord, washer & dryer, computertower & key board, 2 wood coffee tables, armoire, wood filecabinet, gas grill, parts washer, Snapper weed trimmer, smallrefrigerator, ice chest and coolers, chain saw, floor jack, love seat,halogen work light with stand, work mate, utility dolly, lawn chair,several boxes and bag misc. items.Washer & Dryer, TV, recliner, 4 metal chairs with cloth seats,leather sofa, cloth sofa, electric heater, exercise equipment.Sale is to be held at Cocanougher Properties, Inc.DBA Decatur Self Storage1100 East Business 380, Decatur, TX 76234 • 940-627-6434Merchandise is sold “as is, where is” item by item or in batches • Public invitedSales by Monty Fitzerald Auctioneers #16960206 Adrian Dr. Bridgeport, TX 76426 • 940-393-8907Tuesday, September 10 • 9:30 a.m.HIGH SPEED INTERNETAnywhere, $49/month.(940)683-0090.WILL CLEAN OUT/HAUL OFFgarages, etc. for useful contents.Also, let us bid on unsold garagesale items. (940)539-0740.MiscellaneousHANDICAP SCOOTERPride Jazzy Select Elite motorizedscooter. Barely used. $1,000.(940)627-5453.HIGH SPEED INTERNETAnywhere, $49/month.(940)683-0090.NEW PROFORM ELLIPTICALfor sale. (940)393-8990.TRANSPORTBoats1987 BASS TRACKERboat w/35 HP Mercury outboard motorwith trailer. New stereo system.Excellent condition. $4,000/negotiable.(940)393-9117.CarsTRANSPORTATION• Boats• Cars• Recreational Vehicles• Trucks• Accessories• Trailers• Wanted to Buy107 S. Hwy 287 • Decatur, TX 76234940-626-8000 • 940-626-8003No Credit CheckBad Credit - No CreditNo ProblemHassle Free FinancingReport to Credit BureauMany Clean & ReliableCars, Trucks, SUVs inInventory.Come By and See Us!Trade Ins Welcome!940-626-8000www.bmgautosales.comwww.bmgautogroup.combmgauto1@yahoo.comBishop’sWise Car& Truck Co.1110 Hovey St. Bridgeport940-683-1999BAD CREDIT OKBUY HEREPAY HEREWWW.WISECARANDTRUCK.NETI BUY CARS & TRUCKSrunning or not. Call Steve,(940)595-1394.46TH ANNUALSOUTHWEST SWAP MEETSEPTEMBER 12-15DECATUR, WISE COUNTYRODEO GROUNDSCar corral, parts, special interestitems. Call Jim or Sunny Emery,(940)271-1005,swsmregistrar@hotmail.com.1984 CORVETTE134k miles, runs great, new paint,new instrument panel, original engine,special wheels & tires. Notrades. Serious inquiries only.(940)683-2942.GREAT SCHOOL CARS &TRUCKS. $3,500 orless. Cowgirl AutoSales, 804 BusinessHighway 287, Decatur,TX; (940)626-0070.Let’s do business!www.cowgirlautosales.com.I’LL BUY THOSE YARD CARSas well as your good used cars.Arvin, (817)925-8768.Recreational vehicles1987 Suzuki Samurai RockCrawler. $7,500. Call(817)454-60461998 FLEETWOOD WILDERNESS32’ travel trailer, sleeps 8, good condition.Queen bed, bunk beds.Breakfast area. Slide-out.$4,750/OBO. (940)393-9452.2000 PROWLER34 foot 5th wheel, 3 slides, greatcondition. $13,000/OBO.(940)372-8924.2001 YAMAHAVMX 1200, $3,000. (940)372-8924.38’ mobile suite 5th wheel, hydrauliclifts and generator. Also, 2008 Sierradually, diesel, 6.7 liter. Mustsee to appreciate. (940)393-5499.Pickups/Vans/SUVs2005 FORD F150 STXextended cab, 98,400 miles, newtires, CD, tilt/cruise, clean Carfax,V-8, trailer hitch, automatic. $8,400.(940)626-9558.TrailersTRAILERS FOR SALE20’ cargo with brakes, double axle,AC, shower, $4,400. 16’ bumperpull, new tires, $2,400.(940)440-8510.Legal noticesCITY OF NEWARKORDINANCE NO. A-399An Ordinance amending OrdinanceNo. A-395 by adding aforty-five dollar ($45.00) cap to allresidential sewer rates; providingthat this Ordinance shall be cumulativeof all Ordinances; providing aseverability clause; providing for apenalty for violations hereof; providingfor publication in the officialnewspaper; and providing an effectivedate.Any person, firm or corporationwho violates, disobeys, omits, neglectsor refuses to comply with orwho resists the enforcement of anyof the provisions of this Ordinanceshall be fined not more than FiveHundred Dollars ($500.00) for eachoffense. Each day that a violation ispermitted to exist shall constitute aseparate offense.The City Secretary of the City ofNewark is hereby directed to publishin the official newspaper of the Cityof Newark, the caption, penaltyclause, publication clause and effectivedate clause of this Ordinancetwo (2) days in the City's officialnewspaper as authorized by Section52.011 of the Local GovernmentCode.This Ordinance shall be in fullforce and effect from and after itspassage and publication as requiredby law, and it is so ordained.Passed and approved on this 22 ofAugust, 2013.Diane RasorCity AdministratorBids & ProposalsINVITATION TO BIDWise County is accepting formalsealed bids for the following:CULVERTSROAD REPAIRSealed bids will be accepted inthe Wise County Asset Control Officeat 400 W Walnut, or P.O. Box952 Decatur, TX 76234 by DianaAlexander, Asset Control Specialist,until 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September12, 2013. Specifications andbid forms may be obtained by contactingthe Wise County Asset ControlOffice at 940-627-3312. Bidswill be publicly opened and read at10:00 a.m., Thursday, September12, 2013 in the Wise County AssetControl Office at 400 W Walnut, Decatur,TX. The Commissioners'Court of Wise County will considerbids for award at the next regularlyscheduled Commissioners' Court atthe location posted on the agenda.Wise County reserves the right toaccept and/or reject any and all bidsfor any reason whatsoever.Public HearingsPUBLIC NOTICEThe Wise County Commissioners’Court will conduct a public hearingto consider a plan for the CountyClerk Archive Fund pursuant to LocalGovernment Code 118.025, tofund the preservation and restorationof the County Clerk’s records.The public hearing will be held onSeptember 16, 2013 at 8:45 a.m. inthe 3rd Floor Jury Room of theWise County Courthouse, 101 N.Trinity Street, Decatur, Texas.Sherry LemonCounty ClerkWise County, TexasYou’ll more thanpay for your $37subscription bysavings you’ll find inthe Messengerevery week.Local Paper. Local News. Loyal Readers.❏ 1 Year In-County $37❏ 2 Year In-County $70❏ 1 Year Out-of-County $43❏ 1 Year Out-of-State $49❏ 1 Year Digital $25❏ 2 Year Digital $50Name: ______________________________________________________Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________City: ___________________________ State: ________ Zip: ___________Phone: _____________________________________________________Email: ______________________________________________________Payment Type: ❏ Credit Card ❏ Check #:_______________________Credit Card #: ________________________________________________❏ M/C ❏ Visa ❏ AmEx ❏ Disc Exp: ___ /_____ Sec. Code: _________PO Box 149 • 115 South Trinity • Decatur, Texas 76234940-627-5987 • Fax 940-627-1004 • wcmessenger.com/subscribe

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10 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013SUDOKUComplete the Sudoku grid so that each row, each column, and each 3 by 3 box contains thenumbers 1 through 9. Numbers cannot be duplicated in a row or a column.940-627-5987 • ADS@WCMESSENGER.COMCROSSWORD SOLUTIONADCLIPBONUSSTOP SMOKINGwith HYPNOSIS 100% Seminar Guarantee*Regardless of your past experience trying to quit,Decatur - Tue, Sept. 17no matter how long you've been smoking or howmany packs a day you smoke, this program is 7:00 pm to 9:45 pmONLYdesigned so you can stop smoking tonight with Holiday Inn Express $no anxiety, no irritability and no weight gain.49Hotel and Suites99COMPLETE1051 North Hwy 81/287(Off 287N, north of US 380)Yes, that's right. You can stop smoking, not just cutdown, but stop smoking by seminar's end.100% seminar guarantee*.You will experience two hypnotic sessions thisevening to eliminate your desire and craving forcigarettes.With Our Method of Clinical Hypnosis,you enter a deep, relaxed state of hypnosiswhere you are awake, aware and IN CONTROL.By tapping the power of your subconsciousmind, the hypnosis is designed to eliminateyour craving for cigarettes in everydaylife situations - in the morning, at work,whiledriving, on the phone, in the presence of smokers.Will it work for me? Whether you are a casualor long term smoker, the hypnosis is designed soyou will leave this seminar as a NON-SMOKERwith no anxiety, no irritability and no weight gain.BEST PRE-OWNED PICKUP DEALS!CLIP AD FOR BONUS© GS, INC. 2013 - 1446WCMRegister at door 6:30 pm - 7:00 pmCash, Check, Visa/MC, AmExwww.stop123.com*Seminar Guarantee: This program isdesigned so you will stop smoking, not justcut down, but stop smoking completely.That's why we can offer this 100% guarantee.Attend this seminar; if it isn't everythingwe say it is or if you are not completelysatisfied, we will refund your entire seminarfee at the seminar's end, or up to 45 daysof seminar's date. Plus, if you ever thinkabout smoking again, you may attendany Gorayeb Stop Smoking SeminarFOR FREE - FOR LIFE.MAY BE TAXDEDUCTIBLERonald B. GorayebHypnotist"Over 500,000 people haveattended our hypnosis seminars.It can work for you! Try it!Private clients have paid $245 eachto quit comfortably and corporationshave paid thousands of dollarsfor us to help their employeesquit smoking. You can benefit fromour group seminar for only $49.99complete. Cash, checks, credit cardsaccepted.For Corporate on-sites: 800-786-7123CLIPFOR BONUS11 RAM 3500 CREW 4X4DIESEL. White gold. Leather. #12731A13 RAM 3500 CM FLATBEDDIESEL. Crewcab 4x4. Leather. #13400AMANAGER’S SPECIAL10 F-250 CREWCAB 4X4DIESEL Ford XL. 39,000 miles. #13274A11 CHEVY 2500 CREW 4X4DIESEL. LTZ with 6” lift! #P1586A11 RAM 2500 MEGA 4X4DIESEL SLT. 21,000 miles! #13374A“Klement Is Where You’ll Find The BEST VALUES Every Day”RAM, FORD & CHEVY DIESELS & GAS TRUCKSMANAGER’S SPECIAL12 RAM 1500 CREWCABHEMI Lone Star. 8,000 miles. #13337A10 TOYOTA TACOMAAccess Cab. 39,000 miles. #13164AMANAGER’S SPECIAL11 F-150 CREWCAB 4X4Ford Lariat: Only 7,000 miles! #12679A12 CHEVY 1500 LSRegular cab. 10,000 miles! #13175AMANAGER’S SPECIAL07 RAM 2500 QUAD 4X4DIESEL Lone Star. 61K miles. #P1568ASee All Our Pre-Owned at KlementCJD.comMANAGER’S SPECIAL09 RAM 1500 CREWCABHEMI Lone Star. 54,000 miles. #13158B06 DODGE DURANGOBlue Limited with leather. #13237AMANAGER’S SPECIAL11 GMC ACADIASeven-passenger SLT. Leather. #13152A08 JEEP WRANGLER XYellow hardtop. 46K miles. #12740BMANAGER’S SPECIALS2 12 HONDA CR-VSWe have nice trade-ins in maroon or gray.MANAGER’S SPECIAL11 FORD FUSION SEAffordable family car! #13278A888-840-2946 • US 287 North, DecaturSALES: Monday-Friday 8:00-7:00 • Saturday 8:00-6:00PARTS & SERVICE: Monday-Friday 7:30-6:00MANAGER’S SPECIAL12 CHRYSLER 300CMany luxury options! #P158212 DODGE AVENGERGas Saving family/company car! #P1590MANAGER’S SPECIAL10 CHEVY CAMARO SS221,000 miles! Leather. #13292A13 DODGE CHARGER SEGreat family/company car! V6. #P1592MANAGER’S SPECIAL12 GRAND CARAVANSwivel’nGo Dodge minivan. #P158412 FORD FOCUS SEEconomical red 4-door. #13184AGood Credit • Bad Credit • NO Credit “We Do It All”

Texas gardeners may havehard luck with lilacsBY NEIL SPERRYDear Neil: Is it possible togrow lilacs in Texas? I’ve notad the best of luck.To a very small degree, thatepends on where you are inur state. Almost all of Texass too hot for them to thrive.Granted, they exist inorth Texas and the Panandle,but they’re just notappy with our summer temeraturesand low humidity.very time I try to discourageeople from planting them,get a backlash of feedbackrom people who have hadhem somewhere in Texas,ut if you’ve ever seen lilacsn the upper Midwest andacific Northwest, you knowow large and stunning theyan be.Their flower heads are basetball-sized,and the plantsrow to 20 feet tall. Ours growo 4 or 5 feet tall and push outolf ball- and tennis ball-sizedower heads that last a feways. Their leaves typicallycorch by late summer.In South Texas, they selomsurvive at all. I’ve givenp trying to convince people,ut I will always point outhe warnings. We have twoozen better types of flowerngshrubs for Texas.Dear Neil: We have a0-year-old Choctaw pecanree that is showing stresssparse foliage and no pecans).My biggest concern is that theark is peeling all the way uphe trunk. Also, we have nother pecans in our neighborood,and I’ve heard that youeed a second tree to producepecans. Any suggestions?The bark comment conernsme. If bark is lost all theay around a tree’s trunk, theree is probably going to die.ut note that pecans shedig chunks of bark as a partf their growth. The way toGardener’sMailbagDecatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER 11tell the differenceis todetermine ifbare wood isexposed whenthe bark falls,or if thereis new barkforming beneaththe oldpieces as theydrop.Take a couple of good photosto a Texas Master CertifiedNursery Professional.They’ll be able to help youknow which is involved.As for the second variety,in most urban areas there isample pecan pollen that willblow in the spring breezesand insure good pollination.But yes, you do want anothervariety that blooms at thesame time. Do note that pecanswill not bear well duringextreme droughts like we’vehad in recent years. It has abig impact the following year.Dear Neil: I had to pullmy Indian hawthorn shrubsbecause of wild morning glories,berry vines and briarsthat had taken over. Is thereanything I can spray on theground to be sure they aregone before I replant?No. The herbicides thatmight have controlled theseall must be applied to activegreen growth — beforeyou removed them. You don’twant to apply any productCHRISHALL“I’ll save you more on theNew or Pre-owned Vehiclethat best meets your needs.”US 287 North, Decatur888-840-2946that will hang around in thesoil. If this were my decision,I would rototill the bed with arear-tine tiller. Then I’d rakeout all the root debris, add organicmatter into the soil, andrototill and rake again. Youshould be able to plant withconfidence after all that.Dear Neil: A friend hosewashedfull-strength 2,4-D offconcrete and onto our grass.A 25-foot chitalpa tree wasdoused in the process, andnow all of its leaves are crispand brown. Will it come back?There is no way for us toknow yet. Typically, 2,4-D isnot active through the soil.I’ll bet the product had otheractive ingredients that werepicked up by the roots. Keepthe soil very moist. Hopefullyit will bounce back.If it’s going to, you shouldsee signs of new growth withinfour to six weeks. It maylook distorted, even mangled,but new growth of any kindwill be a good sign. I wouldwait until spring to make thefinal decision unless it refusesto try any type of a comeback.Have a question you’d likeNeil to consider? Mail it tohim in care of the Wise CountyMessenger, P.O. Box 149, Decatur,TX 76234 or email him atmailbag@sperrygardens.com.Neil regrets that he cannot replyto questions individually.WISE COUNTYSERVICEDIRECTORYAUTOMOTIVEELECTRICALKeen Electrical ServiceCOMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL • RESIDENTIALService UpgradesQuality Service & Reasonable Rates25 Years ExperienceLicensed/Insured TECL #26308940-399-0373American Owned & OperatedFENCINGAFFORDABLEFENCINGSCOTT SCHERBCommercial • Residential• Wood Privacy • Iron • Chain Link• Vinyl • Farm and Ranch Fencing• Automatic Gate Openers• Custom Gates • Deckswww.affordablefencing.net940-626-9290 • Decatur, TexasHOLMESAuto SupplyOur 69th Year Serving Wise CountyAuto Parts • Heavy Duty Truck Parts • Tools &Equipment • Oil Field Supplies and HydraulicHoses • Welding SuppliesAuto Body and Paint Supplies803 W. 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Our newdirectory deliversthat and more at afraction of the costof printing alone!Over 28,000 copiesto be distributedin the Wise CountyMessenger, AllAround Wise andat area chambers ofcommerce!cardwise county messengerdirectory2013Prices starting atonly $95!when you purchase two or more spaces[ deadline: Sept. 20][publication: Oct. 30]Call Lori, Kelly, Laura, Ken, or Lisaat 940-627-5987for more information, or emailads@wcmessenger.comHOME IMPROVEMENTPro ConstructionServicesResidential, Commercial, IndustrialRemodeling, Additions, Painting,Drywall and Handyman JobsHeath Flowers • 940-577-4135proconstructionservices@gmail.comQuality Work Done RightOver 19 Years ExperienceIRRIGATION & LANDSCAPINGWATERGATEIRRIGATIONSprinkler Systems • Landscaping • Dirt Work • Grass SodDrainage Work • Fences • Decks • Flagstone PatiosSEPTIC SYSTEMSTAYLORSeptic ServiceWe install all types of septicsystems & repair old onesWe Pump and Clean TanksAll Types of Dirt Work: House Pads • Roads• Driveways • Topsoil Hauling • Select Fill,Sand and Gravel • Storm Shelters InstalledHAY FOR SALEDanny Taylor • 940-389-3068GET LISTED!and LandscapeDOUG WHITE940-399-6440www.watergateirrigation.comLicense #2378LAWN CAREPEST CONTROLRANDALL HOLMESOffice940-433-5989Mobile817-929-0601atecpest@yahoo.comTDA TPCL 627318Paradise, Texas940-683-1817 Office940-389-2650 CellEmergency Service 7 days a weekekFully Licensed and InsuredPump Sales and ServicePressure TanksStorage TanksOwner Jimmy Williams Sr.54513IWATECPEST CONTROLPests • Fleas • RoachesWeeds • OrnamentalAnts • GrasshoppersTermites • RodentsCrickets • SpidersScorpionsWATER WELL SERVICE10 %OFF WITHTHIS ADWilliams WaterWell ServiceGET YOUR BUSINESSLISTED ON THIS PAGE FORAS LITTLE AS $30 PER WEEK!Call Lori, Lisa, Laura, Kelly or Ken at 940-627-5987or email ads@wcmessenger.comDAVISLAWN CAREJason Davis OwnerFree Estimates • Lawn MowingWeed Eating • EdgingServing All of Wise County817-914-5801940-389-0428

12 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013ADAMS FURNITURE’SFriday Aug. 30 - Saturday Sept. 7 In JustinMAYO LEATHER & FABRIC SOFA: $1,89812 MONTH SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE.Exclusively at:SEE STORE FOR DETAILSMATTRESS417 N. FM 156 • JUSTIN, TX 76247SAVINGSAURELIA MEMORY FOAM | PLUSH SUPPORT$598Queen 2-piece setTwin, 2-pc. Set .............. NOW $498Full, 2-pc. set ................ NOW $578King, 3-pc. set .............. NOW $898LAKEWOOD PLUSH | PLUSH$768Queen 2-piece setTwin, 2-pc. Set .............. NOW $598Full, 2-pc. set ................ NOW $728King, 3-pc. set .............. NOW $998PORT CHARLES PLUSH | PLUSH OR FIRM$958Queen 2-piece setTwin, 2-pc. Set .............. NOW $799Full, 2-pc. set ................ NOW $899King, 3-pc. set .............. NOW $1258WEST BAY FIRM | PLUSH OR FIRM$1098King,Queen 2-piece setTwin, 2-pc. Set ...............NOW $978Full, 2-pc. set .................NOW $10783-pc. set ...............NOW $1498PROMPT COURTEOUS DELIVERY*All offers are subject to credit approval. See dealer for all terms and conditions of the fi nance offer. Equal payments are required. $500 Minimum purchase. 10% down payment required. Sales tax must be paid at time of purchase. Not responsible for typographical errors. All prior sales excluded. Not to be combinedwith any other offer. Deposit required on all special orders. Discounts shown refl ect savings off of regular value prices which are comparable to retail prices being charged in this region on comparable merchandise. Immediate and intermediate discounts have been taken. Furniture may vary from illustrations.

Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER 13SUPPORT THE AMERICANWORKER BY BUYING QUALITYAMERICAN-MADE FURNITURE!3 PC.Sectional2 Recliners & HiddenStorage. MicrofiberAvailable in 2 Colors$1,998MicrofiberSofa$998Table &4 ChairsTable Includes Leaf.Extra Chairs $98 ea.Bench $118$798Table,Leaf & 4ChairsExtra Chairs - $78 ea.$598Queen AtticHeirloomsAll Maching Pieces OnSale! Also AvailableIn King.$898RiversideQueenSleighbedAll Maching Pieces OnSale! Also AvailableIn King.$698Entertainment StandsMany consoles in stock. Sale Prices as low as$298Designer SofasMatching Loveseat, Chair &Ottoman Also on Sale$898Adams is located at the intersection ofFM 156 & FM 407 in Justin,just 4.8 miles west of I35W(417 N. FM 156, Justin, TX 76247)20 minutes southwest from Denton,25 minutes southeast from Decatur,15 minutes north of Haslet &20 minutes north of Keller,10 minutes west of Argyle,25 minutes west of Flower Mound.Our #1Best SellerAvailable in over 750 fabrics$49812 MONTH SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE12 MONTH SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLESee Store For DetailsADAMS FURNITURE IN JUSTINMONDAY - SATURDAY 9 AM - 6 PM • LATE THURSDAY ‘TIL 7 PM • CLOSED SUNDAY“MAKING HAPPY CUSTOMERS SINCE 1938!”417 N. FM 156 • JUSTIN, TX 76247 • 940-648-3145WWW.SHOPADAMSFURNITURE.COM

14 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, September 4, 2013SUDOKU SOLUTIONS940-627-5987 • ADS@WCMESSENGER.COMWCMESSENGER.COM/SUBSCRIBELow Cost Pet VaccinationsAt Tractor SupplyWill not be held untilOctober 5, 2013www.veterinarymedicalcare.netA Customer Comments...“Thanks for the good experience,from Dane Shelton greeting us untilthe service department had our newEnclave ready for us to hit the road.”BUICKCHEVYGMCHYUNDAIPRE-OWNEDjameswood.com 940-627-2177DANEDANE SHELTONRANDYWILLIAMSBUICK • CHEVY •CADILLACGMC •HYUNDAI•PRE-OWNED940-627-2177Let RANDY SAVE YOU MONEY onYour Next NEW or PRE-OWNED Vehicle!Remarkable TrucksBanker, Educator Test-Drive 2014sIf anything is certain, it’s that Wise Countyfolks love their pickup trucks!Thousands of people drive them whether they needone or not. It’s just the magic of owning one whether youlive in town or in the country.Also there’s no question that Chevrolet and GMChave been the dominant trucks here in Wise for a quartercentury.Now, there are a couple of spectacular new pickupsgoing up and down Highways 51 and 114: the all-new2014 Sierra and 2014 Silverado 1/2-tons. Lots of WiseCountians – even some who haven’t driven a GM truckfor nearly a half century – are test-driving them.Their opinions after 48 hours behind the wheel tell agreat story of how new products can revolutionize theirvehicles of choice.EDDIE BLAND brings a background in both publiceducation and business to his role as Bridgeport’sschool superintendent for the past six years.Now starting his 21st year as an educator, Blandis a community leader as well. He is president of theBridgeport Economic Development Corporation and ison the board of directors of United Way of Wise Countyand of Court Appointed Special Advocates for children(CASA) of Wise and Jack Counties.He is a member of the Bridgeport Lions Club.Before becoming a teacher, he worked for a decadeas a commercial real-estate broker, developer and homebuilder. He also managed the foreclosed real-estate departmentfor a failing savings and loan in the 1980s.“It was during my time as a homebuilder that I begandriving a pickup, and I have driven one ever since,”Bland said. “I have always believed that Chevrolet andGMC pickups do an excellent job combining the utility ofa truck with the comfort of a car.“The 2014 pickup takes comfort and luxury to a newlevel. It provides an incredibly smooth and quiet ride.”Bland appreciated its spaciousness.“I haven’t reviewed any of the specs, but the crewcabmodel I drove seemed to have larger back doors and considerablymore leg room in the back seat,” he reported.According to its builder, the crewcab has four inchesmore legroom in the back seat than any other pickup aswell as the quietest cabin in its class.The unwritten part of Bland’s job description includesbeing a vehicle-fleet manager who must deal with theunpredictable cost of fuel.“I didn’t drive the new truck long enough to really geta feel for gas mileage,” he said, “but what I have readleads me to believe its owners will be more than pleasantlysurprised with gas-mileage performance.”Today’s classrooms (and school business offices) takefull advantage of electronic technology – and so do Chevyand GMC in outfitting their pickups.Bland found the results to be “very user friendly.”“The digital screens were bright and easy to readwhile driving,” the superintendent said. “I really likedthe power supply inside the armrest storage. It was perfectfor charging my phone.“This technology package is incredible!”ANDREW ROTTNER, president and chief executiveofficer of Decatur-based North Texas Bank, embracestechnology, whether financial or automotive.He loved what he found on the 2014 GMC Sierra.“The new dashboard technology was really cool andeasy to operate. Within 10 seconds my Blackberry waseasily paired to the Bluetooth system to provide forhands-free calling,” Rottner discovered.“Your entire contact list and call history are accessiblefrom the console or hands free,” he said.“As with most technology, it takes time to learn allthe bells and whistles, but finding and utilizing the basicones were a snap.”Rottner continued: “The large number of data andelectrical ports was a great addition. Every time we getinto a vehicle the kids are clamoring for chargers. Thenew Sierra offers numerous USB and 12v charging outletsalong with a 110V standard power outlet.“There is a very large center console for storing laptopsor iPads along with other business items.”He described the rear camera view as “great. It providesa grid indicating where the vehicle will be headedwhile backing up. The safety features, including collisionand lane-change alerts, are great for all drivers.”Rottner spends a lot of time in his vehicle headed tomeetings of the leaders of community organizations. Heis president of United Way and chairman of the WiseRegional Health Foundation.“For someone who is typically dressed in businessclothing during our hot Texas summers, the AC-cooledseating was outstanding,” he said.Rottner was on the Decatur City Council and is apast president of the Decatur Chamber of Commerce.He was Decatur Citizen of the Year in 2002.Rottner is one of the four founders of WC ChallengerCharities, which for the past decade has put on the JWHart Professional Bull Riders Challenge. That annualevent has raised a total of $540,000 in contributions toa variety of civic and charitable organizations.“Overall I really liked the new look of the 2014 Sierraand its new technology and safety features,” the bankersaid. “It handled very well and provided powerful performancebut with a very smooth and quiet ride.“I appreciate James Wood Motors allowing me to testdrive their new truck for two days – especially since awheel bearing had just gone out on my Suburban!”Thanks to Bridgeport superintendent EddieBland for taking time at the start ofschool to share his opinionof the all-new 2014 ChevySilverado 1/2-ton.Decatur community leader and bankerAndrew Rottner test-drove the 2014GMC Sierra for two days.US287SOUTH ✯ DECATUR940-627-2177 jameswood.com

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