01-30-2013-Midweek - Wise County Messenger

INDEXOpinion . . . . . . . . . 4Obituaries . . . . . . . 5Sports . . . . . . . . . 10Wise Business . . . . 9BROWN BAG ITBring your lunch Thursdayto Sack Senior Hunger andhelp raise money for theWise County Committeeon Aging. See page 2.ANNUAL REPORTSDecatur City Council heardannual department reportsat Monday’s meeting. Seepage 6.MAKING A SPLASHLocal swimmersadvance to regionalcompetition. See page10.VOLUME 134 - NO. 9 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2013 DECATUR, TEXAS 26 PAGES IN 2 SECTIONS PLUS INSERTS 75¢WISE COUNTYRoss trialdelayedagainWISE COUNTYGun, ammo sales spikeBY KRISTEN TRIBEktribe@wcmessenger.comThe trial for suspendedWise County precinct 4 commissionerTerry Ross hasbeen pushed back to April23, according to the DistrictAttorney’s office. This marksthe second time the trial hasbeen delayed.Ross was indicted in May2012 for tampering withgovernment records andabuse of official capacity forallegedly building a playhouseon public property,using county employees oncounty time, and using suppliespurchased with countymoney.It was seized from Ross’home Feb. 7, 2012, as part ofan investigation that startedin late 2011.The 97th District JudgeRoger Towery suspendedRoss without pay in August2012 until the outcome of hiscriminal trial, which was thenscheduled to start Oct. 30.On Oct. 22 Ross wascharged with theft of $500to $1,500 by a public servantfor allegedly building threegrubbing plows, two for personaluse. The plows werebuilt with material belongingto the county, on countytime by county employees,according to the arrest warrantaffidavit filed in CountyCourt-at-Law No. 1.After that charge wasfiled, his trial was movedfrom Oct. 30 to Feb. 19.If Ross is found not guilty,the county will be requiredto award him back pay forthe entire time he was suspended.As of last Friday, thatamount came to $37,330.01— and there are still threemonths until his trial date.JOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERTHE NEW CURRENCY — Bridgeport Guns and Ammo owner Brian Bernardo said he’s seen a tremendous spike in the sale of guns and ammunition sincethe president began pushing tough gun legislation. Bernardo is also in law enforcement, and he believes stricter gun legislation does not keep weaponsout of the hands of criminals.Weapons banwon’t solvecrime, most sayBY BRANDON EVANSbevans@wcmessenger.comAs newly inaugurated PresidentBarack Obama beginshis second term in office, oneof the items at the top of hisagenda includes an effort topass the most stringent guncontrollegislation in decades.Some of the measures includereinstating a ban onassault rifles, backgroundchecks on all gun purchases,restoring a 10-round limit onammunition magazines, eliminatingarmor-piercing bulletsand instituting a federal guntrafficking statute, among alitany of other policies.However, local gun dealerssaid laws are already in placeto prevent the sale of firearmsto felons.“Just enforce the laws youhave,” said Jeff Bakker, ownerof 2K Pawn and Gun Shopin Decatur.Bakker’s store uses the FederalBureau of Investigation’sNational Instant CriminalSee Gun on page 3UNDER FIRE —Like many otherstores, 2K Pawnand Gun Shop inDecatur has hadtrouble keepingammunition onthe shelves dueto high demand.They’ve also seenan increase inpeople, especiallywomen,purchasinghandguns lately.Employee TyMcMasterdisplays a model.JOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERWise Regional only bidder for Bridgeport hospitalY BOB BUCKELbbuckel@wcmessenger.comAs the clock ticked down toward5 p.m. Monday in the FortWorth offices of U.S. DistrictJudge Michael Lynn, it becameapparent that only one bidderhad emerged in the sweepstakesfor North Texas Community Hospital.Wise Regional Health System’s$20 million offer was the onlyone on the table.Although a mountain of detailsremain to be worked out,ON THEWEB ...Scan this QR code with yoursmartphone to go to our website.Wise County MessengerP.O. Box 149 • 115 South TrinityDecatur, Texas 76234www.wcmessenger.comMonday’s action means Wise Regionalwill likely be declared the“successor” to the Bridgeport facilityat a salehearing schedulednext Monday,Feb. 4. Thet r a n s a c t i o nis expected toclose in mid-March, andthe hospital inBridgeport willremain open aspart of the Wise Regional HealthSystem.North Texas Community Hospital,which has also been knownas West 380 Family Care Facilityand Doctors’ Hospital, opened inAugust of 2008. The sparkling,TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR TRADE-IN12 ACADIASENCLAVES & TRAVERSES25 HDs 12 1500sCARGO VANSCORVETTE CRUZES IMPALATERRAINS VERANOS YUKON XLstill-new hospital has 35 bedsand state-of-the-art imaging, diagnosticand surgery facilities— in addition to a dedicated staffand loyal community.By the following May, it wasalready in default on its bondeddebt of $59,130,000. The hospitalalso obtained two lines of creditworth $3 million, one securedby the City of Bridgeport andthe other by a physicians’ group,NTCH Guarantors, LLC.Both are unsecured creditorsand unlikely to see any return onthat investment.But the hospital, which servesnot only west Wise County but underservedareas farther west, willSee WISE on page 3US287SOUTH✯ DECATURjameswood.com 940-627-2177HUGE DISCOUNTS ON 2012s

C2 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013WISE COUNTYLooking for a...Mechanic?TrytheSERVICEDIRECTORYInsidetoday’sRoy J. EatonPresident & PublisherP.O. Box 149115 S. TrinityDecatur, TX 76234940-627-5987Fax 940-627-1004www.wcmessenger.comnews@wcmessenger.comBob BuckelExecutive EditorKristen TribeNews EditorFundraiser tobenefit seniorpopulationBY ERIKA PEDROZAepedroza@wcmessenger.comConsider swapping the bag of fastfood you’d normally grab at lunch tohelp ensure a senior neighbor haslunch.That’s the notion behind theWise County Committee on Aging’sSack Senior Hunger fundraiserthis week. Instead of eating out forlunch Thursday, the group encouragescommunity members to bringtheir lunch from home and donatewhat would otherwise be spent diningout to a circulated paper sack.“This may be $3, $5, $10 — anyamount will help feed our childrenof yesterday,” said committee memberMegan Adams.Adams and other members of theCommittee will collect the sacksin the days after, and the proceedswill help fund the various, imperativeservices the committee offersthe senior community. Perhaps thelargest of the ventures is the deliveryof 25,000 meals a year throughMeals on Wheels.Nationally, 8.4 percent of elderlyhouseholds are food insecure.“This means they sometimes donot know where their next meal willcome from,” Adams said.The statistic is apparent on the locallevel, too. Donna Brown, executivedirector of the Committee, said mostof the 90 or so clients who receive assistancefrom Meals on Wheels are atthe poverty level or below.Each meal costs $7.50, whichmakes mel delivery the organization’slargest expense once you factorin the four drivers, four cars andthe associated gas, maintenanceand upkeep.But that’s not all the Committeeon Aging offers. The group alsologs about 700 trips in transportationservices a year and helps communityseniors with miscellaneousexpenses ranging from dental workfor a veteran, to replacing a septicsystem in the home of an 87-yearoldwoman, to prescriptions.“We can’t afford to do a lot, but wedo try to help in any way we can,”said Brown.In all, the Committee operated ona $230,000 budget last year — ofwhich $210,000 was public supportin the form of donations and grants.However, the entity faces an 8 percentcut in federal funds — whichtranslates into close to $10,000— in addition to dwindling donationsfrom the community due tothe economy, Brown presumes.“We understand that all the nonprofitsare hurting, and everyone’sdoing what they can to help,” Brownsaid. “But we have to help ourselves,too.”So Brown and the rest of the Committeehave brainstormed innovativeways to not only raise dollarsbut also awareness of the organization’sefforts.“We’re going to try to do somethingevery couple of months, butnot just fundraisers,” Brown said.“We also want to put ourselves outthere and let people know we’rehere. For some seniors, it’s real hardto ask for help. Most don’t want toask their kids — again because ofthe economy — and most want to beindependent.“But we want all of the seniors ofWise County to know we’re here tohelp as we can. Although we mainlyJOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERLUNCH SACRIFICE — Instead of eating out at lunch Thursday, the Wise County Committee on Aging encourages community members to bring a lunchfrom home and donate what would otherwise be spent to a circulated paper sack as part of Sack Senior Hunger. The fundraiser benefits Meals on Wheelsand the local senior population who might otherwise not have a meal. For a sack to pass around your workplace, call Megan at 940-626-0586 or Donna at940-627-5329.Sacking hungerY KRISTEN TRIBEtribe@wcmessenger.comBob Patterson shared a drop in theucket of information about the UperTrinity Groundwater ConservaionDistrict (UTGCD) at Monday’sounty commissioners meeting.Patterson, manager of UTGCD,aid the organization was createdy the legislature in 2007 to regsterwater wells and control drillngof new water wells. The districtncludes not only Wise County, butlso Hood, Parker and Montagueounties.Patterson said UTGCD registered22 wells in 2012, down slightlyrom 991 in 2011.“We’re down 169 total wells in2012 as a result of the oil and gasslowdown,” he said. “... there’s alsonot been much advancement in subdivisionsin Wise County.”Patterson said the UTGCD wasthe first water district to be givenauthority over oil and gas use by thelegislature.“Initially that didn’t make us realpopular, but they’ve gotten on boardand we work with them daily,” he said.The district estimates that it takes4.5 million gallons of water for onefrack job in the Barnett Shale andmore than twice that amount for afrack job in the Eagle Ford Shale inSouth Texas.“That’s a function of the deeperWISE COUNTYdo Meals on Wheels and transportation,we try to help in other ways.”And committee members knowthe possibilities are more concretebased on successful campaigns suchas Sack Senior Hunger.“The Board of Directors is revampingin various ways,” Adams said.“We want to bring more services tothe aging population that are offeredby area Agencies on Aging in othercounties. Because of this, we wantedto develop a fundraiser idea that isfar-reaching in regards to publicityand in regards to raising actual dollars,like (Sack Senior Hunger).“Simply make this informationavailable to your co-workers bymaking an announcement or hangingthis sheet in your office. Then, onJan. 31, pass around the brown papersack provided and ask everyoneto donate the money they saved bybringing their lunch to work ... ‘Oneof our board members will come pickup the donations by Feb. 1.“We hope this is a jumpstart to avery successful year of fundraising.”For a sack to pass around yourworkplace or any other information,call Adams at 940-626-0586 or theCommittee on Aging at 940-627-5329.Manager gives update on groundwater districtwells, and the geology is vastly different,”Patterson said. “Frackingissues have become premier in themedia, and EPA is stepping in on allfronts and watching the use on hydraulicfracturing, especially here inWise County.”He explained that they work withoil and gas companies to encouragerecycling water and desalination ofwater to be used in fracking.“Essentially, we’re trying to reducethe amount of fresh waterused,” Patterson said. “That will bean ongoing process.”He told commissioners they havea “major public outreach” that involvesadvertising and a mobileeducation exhibit that representsa working aquifer. Patterson saidthey take it to seventh-grade classesin 27 school districts in the area. Hesaid they also show students howhydraulic fracturing, horizontaldrilling and injection wells work.In other business, commissioners: accepted an offer of a quitclaimdeed from Richard Pietila for a 30-foot wide strip of property totaling.292 acres in the Delta Ranch EstatesSubdivision in Precinct 2, approved the final plat for PietilaFive Addition, lots 1-6 in Precinct1, and accepted a bid from Pietilafor property struck from the WiseCounty tax rolls in the NorthwestSchool District.Erika PedrozaEditorialMark JordanVice President/General ManagerBob BuckelExecutive EditorBrian KnoxSpecial ProjectManagerBrandon EvansErika PedrozaEDITORIALKristen TribeNews EditorClay CorbettSports EditorJimmy AlfordMack ThweattJoe DutyPhotographerBUSINESS OFFICEKristi BennettBusiness ManagerADVERTISINGLisa DavisAdvertising ManagerKen RoselleSenior Account ExecutiveLori White Laura BelcherKelly GuessCLASSIFIEDSDonna BeanPRODUCTIONTodd A. 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WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 3Gun: Business owners disagree with possible banContinued from page 1Background Check System(NICS).“Anyone who wants topurchase a firearm mustget a background check,”Bakker said. “It usuallyonly takes five to 10 minutesunless they have areal common name.”Businesses federally licensedto sell firearmsmust use NICS to determinewhether a prospectivebuyer is eligible topurchase firearms or explosives.The FBI systemensures the customer doesnot have a criminal recordor other factor that wouldmake them ineligible topurchase the weapon.NICS was mandated by theBrady Handgun ViolencePrevention Act of 1993.However, there is a loopholethat allows some vendorsat gun shows to sellweapons without conductingbackground checks.ontinue to operate, servingts community and filling aeal need in the Wise ReionalHealth System.That continued operations where most of the detailsemain to be worked out,ccording to Wise RegionalEO Steve Summers.“There were no otheridders, but that does notean this is ready to go,”e said Monday night afterDecatur Hospital Authortyboard meeting. “We’reoing to stay in commuicationwith the Northexas Community Hospitaldministration.“There are some thingse’ve been working on andt’s been positive,” he coninued.“I expect that in theext week or so we’ll try toet up a meeting, meet somef their folks, say hello andtart that relationship proess.”Summers’ board Monaynight authorized himo contract for services andupplies, employ staff, enerinto leases and rentals,In 1994, a ban on assaultweapons sales wentinto effect. It expired in2004. President Obamahas called for a renewal ofthe ban on assault riflesever since Adam Lanza,20, used a Bushmaster AR-15 assault rifle to shoothis victims, most of them6- and 7-year-olds, at anelementary school lastmonth in Newtown, Conn.He killed 26, including 20children, before he killedhimself.Brian Bernardo ownsand operates BridgeportGuns and Ammo. He’s alsoa police officer in RunawayBay and volunteer firefighter.He does not believea ban would have much impacton gun crime.“Assault weapons areused in less than 1 percentof gun crime,” Bernardosaid. “Why go after somethingonly affecting 1 percentof all gun crime?”He said his store catersise: WRHS only bidderontinued from page 1modify insurance coverageand “effect other necessarymatters” to allow for thecontinuity of operationsat the Bridgeport hospitalupon the closing of thetransaction — within analready established budget,assuming Wise Regional isindeed the successor.Among the issues to beworked out are salaries,physician and other professionalfees, contracts forequipment and other services,lease agreements, andpersonnel. Wise Regionalplans to realize numerousefficiencies in the operationby combining services fromadministration on down.Meanwhile, Wise Regionalwill be required to publishnotices and hold publichearings on the issuanceof $19 million in “replacementbonds” to the holdersof NTCH’s debt. The plan isto issue new bonds to thosebondholders, replacingtheir original bonds withtax-free municipal bonds atan interest rate of about 6.5percent — similar to whatthey got in 2008 when theyto hunters and sportingshooters rather than thoseseeking tactical weapons,such as assault rifles orhigh-capacity clips, but hestill doesn’t feel the governmentshould take thatright away from law-abidingcitizens.“If someone is willing tokill somebody, you thinkthat they are scared aboutgetting 30 days in jail forpossessing a 30-clip magazine?”Bernardo asked.Since the assault on theelementary school and thepossibility of a weaponsban going into effect, bothbusinesses have seen thesale of guns and ammunitionskyrocket. They can’tkeep ammunition on theshelves.“We might get a case of9 millimeter bullets today,and they’ll be gone by tomorrow,”Bakker said. “Wecan’t keep ammo in formore than a day. It’s likethat at other stores too:originally bought them.The fact that Wise Regionalis also a not-for-profithospital was a decidedadvantage in the biddingover a for-profit hospitalcompany.Several other health-careentities requested documentsand were consideringbidding on the Bridgeportfacility. If anyone elsehad bid, the federal judgewould have held an auctionin court on Wednesdaymorning.Now, the next milestone isthe Feb. 4 hearing.NTCH filed for Chapter11 bankruptcy protection onNov. 8, after Wise Regional’sboard met Nov. 5 and votedto offer $20 million for thehospital, including a $1 milliondebtor-in-possessionloan and $19 million forthe hospital’s assets.Summers said the acquisitionof the facility willprovide needed relief forWise Regional’s Decaturcampuses and could delaythe need for additional constructionthere for severalyears.WalMart, Academy, everywhereis running out.”“People in the Metroplexare finding out about me,”Bernardo said. “Some ofthe big box stores are funnelingsome customers outto me. If my store was inthe Metroplex, the shelveswould be empty.”Bernardo has seen thisscenario before.“We got these same spikeswhen Clinton was electedand when Obama was electedthe first time. It’s goodfor business in the shortterm, but I’d rather have2013 Wise CountyMedical,Health &WellnessDirectoryIn early spring, the Wise County Messenger will publish thecounty’s annual Medical Directory. The quarter-fold, fullcolor, magazine-style publication will feature individuals andbusinesses that serve the medical needs of Wise Countians.Whether it’s a gynecologist specializing in high-risk pregnancies, abusiness that provides in-home oxygen, a duct cleaning service thatkeeps your home healthy or a cellular phone/pager service that offershelp in an emergency, the directory will be THE source for all things medical inthe county.A wide range of advertising opportunities is available, in every price range.Please see the enclosed information.We will print 30,000 copies of the guide. It will be inserted into the All AroundWise section of the Wise County Messenger and mailed directly to 28,000 homesin Wise County. The remainder will be distributed through the chamber ofcommerce offices and area businesses.Because some of the advertising opportunities are limited, such as the back,inside back and front cover and the center spread, you’ll want to call today andreserve your space. We look forward to hearing from you.Advertising deadline: March 15Publication: April 24Contact Lori, Kelly, Laura, Ken or Lisa at940-627-5987or email ads@wcmessenger.comsteady, long-term stability.People can’t keep buying atthis frenzied pace.“Right now this is likea jewelry store,” Bernardoadded. “But instead ofdealing in gold and silver— copper, brass and lead isthe new currency.”Board to hear anotherimplementationscheduleFor the second straightmeeting, Northwest ISD assistantsuperintendent forfacilities, planning and construction,Dennis McCreary,will take center stage beforetrustees Thursday topresent an implementationschedule — this time for 27projects covered by the 2012capital bond program approvedlast fall.The meeting was movedfrom the regular fourth Mondaydue to board trainingand is to begin with a closedsession at 6 p.m. to discuss acouple of items, including theannual contract extension forNorthwest ISD SuperintendentKaren Rue.During the regular meeting,the board will vote onthat matter, along with acceptinga $2,863,591 guaranteedmaximum price toupgrade the Northwest HighSchool practice field to asubvarsity field to alleviatescheduling conflicts for thedistrict’s junior varsity andmiddle school athletic events.Trustees will also discussadding College Physical Educationand global businessclasses to the 2013-2014course guide they approvedat the last meeting; the firstcollection of gifts to the district;and the annual reviewof the district’s strategicplan, which was approved inFebruary 2010.Chief Financial Officer JonGraswich will present reportson the December financialsand five-year forecast, and theboard will also hear a reporton safety and security effectivenessin the district.Bored withyour job?Wise County Messenger Classifi edswww.wcmessenger.com/classALVORD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTSTATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGESIN FUND BALANCES - GOVERNMENTAL FUNDSFOR THE YEAR ENDED AUGUST 31, 2012EXHIBIT C-210 50 98Data Debt Other TotalControl General Service Governmental GovernmentalCodes Fund Fund Funds FundsREVENUES:5700 Local and Intermediate Sources $ 3,788,300 $ 612,124 $ 231,225 $ 4,631,6495800 State Program Revenues 2,493,506 -- 93,605 2,587,1115900 Federal Program Revenues 152,731 -- 402,492 555,2235020 Total Revenues 6,434,537 612,124 727,322 7,773,983EXPENDITURES:Current:0011 Instruction 3,135,985 -- 314,609 3,450,5940012 Instructional Resources and Media Services 78,032 -- -- 78,0320013 Curriculum and Staff Development 1,130 -- -- 1,1300021 Instructional Leadership -- -- 3,534 3,5340023 School Leadership 319,776 -- -- 319,7760031 Guidance, Counseling, & Evaluation Services 121,147 -- -- 121,1470033 Health Services 85,611 -- -- 85,6110034 Student Transportation 206,730 -- -- 206,7300035 Food Service -- -- 389,632 389,6320036 Cocurricular/Extracurricular Activities 264,313 -- 22,968 287,2810041 General Administration 240,243 -- -- 240,2430051 Plant Maintenance and Operations 929,769 -- 3,962 933,7310052 Security and Monitoring Services 4,040 -- -- 4,0400053 Data Processing Services 155,323 -- -- 155,3230071 Principal on Long-term Debt -- 385,000 -- 385,0000072 Interest on Long-term Debt -- 427,371 -- 427,3710073 Bond Issuance Costs and Fees -- 931 -- 9310093 Payments to Shared Service Arrangements 131,622 -- -- 131,6220099 Other Intergovernmental Charges 45,911 -- -- 45,9116030 Total Expenditures 5,719,632 813,302 734,705 7,267,639Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues Over (Under)1100 Expenditures 714,905 (201,178) (7,383) 506,344Other Financing Sources and (Uses):7915 Transfers In -- 187,000 34,067 221,0678911 Transfers Out (221,067) -- -- (221,067)7080 Total Other Financing Sources and (Uses) (221,067) 187,000 34,067 --1200 Net Change in Fund Balances 493,838 (14,178) 26,684 506,3440100 Fund Balances - Beginning 1,989,459 19,707 91,472 2,100,6383000 Fund Balances - Ending $ 2,483,297 $ 5,529 $ 118,156 $ 2,606,982

4 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013OPINIONthem.”SQUARE TALKPeople, found on the Decatur Square,share their thoughts.HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT THEPRESIDENT’S PROPOSAL TOBAN ASSAULT WEAPONS ANDLIMIT MAGAZINE CLIPS?“I think they should allowteachers and officials who haveCHLs to carry them in class andprotect those kids. I don’t thinkanything should be banned.Criminals obviously don’t followlaws in the first place so puttinga ban on them isn’t going to stop— Natalia Gibson, 29, of Keller“They’re not gonna get myguns. We have a right to beararms. If you have somebodythat’s gonna get a gun, theyare gonna get one regardless.It’s government trying to takeover. You give up that, they aregoing to get something elseand then you ain’t gonna have nothing.”— Wayne White, 60, of Lake Bridgeport“If someone is going to dosomething they are going todo it. And we do some hoghunting in Cottondale. We areoverpopulated with hogs. Weuse some AR-15s to hunt them.If you take those away it givesthem an upper hand.”— Stephen White, 23, of BridgeportFamily grateful for this anniversaryBY KRISTI BENNETTkbennett@wcmessenger.comMonday, Jan. 30, 2012, isa day that changed my lifeforever.Working on the Messengerpayroll at my desk, I receiveda message to call my sister-inlawin Nacogdoches. Duringmy brother’s colonoscopy thatmorning, a tumor was discovered.I hung up the phoneand burst into tears.How could this happento my “baby” brother — thegolfer, sports fan, bankpresident, little league coach,son, uncle, husband and mostimportant, father to threeprecious children?The next few days werea roller coaster ride. I criedevery time I thought abouthim. My tears were not onlyfor him but for my parentsand our grandmothers. Theywould have traded placeswith him in an instant.We got the test results onthe tumor the day beforeValentine’s. His surgeon inShreveport, La., said the tumorwas malignant and thathe would undergo chemotherapyand radiation priorto surgery.My brother, Scott, is soloved by so many people. Thesupport he and his familyreceived was unbelievable.He must have been on everyprayer list in the state. Hisco-workers at the bank madea schedule to provide mealsto the family every night. Ifelt lucky to be there to enjoyone of those wonderful meals.We all had our fears aboutthe aggressive treatment.Would he be nauseous?Would he miss Reid’s ballgames?Would he be able tocontinue working? Would thecolostomy bag be removed aftersix months as his surgeonpredicted? My sons wantedto know if he would lose hishair.One of the worst thingswas living 250 miles away. Iwanted to see him and talkto him in person, not just byphone calls and text messages.His first surgery was June8 in Shreveport. I was ableto be with my parents andsister-in-law for the longwait that day at the hospital,which happened to markScott’s first hospital admissionin his 36 years. Imagineour relief and joy when thesurgeon told us the tumorwas removed and lymphnodes were clear. In a week,he was back home in Nacogdoches.Another round of chemopreceded another surgeryin November. He recoveredmuch faster from the finalsurgery. He was full of lifeand cracking jokes the dayafter surgery.At this time I am proud tosay that the brother I pickedon my entire life, chased witha vacuum cleaner and with ameat cleaver, is now cancerfree.My boys are glad thathe didn’t lose his hair, andChristmas was a very specialtime for our family last year.I learned a valuable lesson:that life can change in aninstant, and cancer is hardon the entire family. Cherishtime with those you love.Squeeze all those visits inwhen you can.Colorectal cancer is thethird most common cancerin men and women. Youngadults can develop it andchances increase after age 50.If you have signs or symptoms,don’t be afraid to talk toyour doctor and get screened.Early detection saves lives.It sure saved a huge part ofmine.Scott Bowyer was diagnosedwith colorectal cancerat age 36. He lives in Nacogdocheswith his wife, Kim,and young children, Bailey,Reid and Ryan. He is presidentof Commercial Bank ofTexas. He is the son of Billand Laina Bowyer of Decaturand Carol and Larry Wilsonof Nacogdoches. His lovinggrandmothers are JuneBowyer of Chico and LaverneWiley of Decatur.“It’s a second amendmentright. Our Founding Fathersunderstood what it’s liketo live under tyranny, underdespotism. It was one ofthe things they talked aboutspecifically ... Gun laws onlyaffect law-abiding citizens.”— Tory Arnold, 45, of Runaway BayYOUR VIEWSAre ordinancesapplied to all?When Assumption ofthe Blessed Virgin MaryCatholic Church (locatedon Deer Park Road) addedon an education wing,the church was forcedto curb and gutter alongthe front of the property.Since then, CrossroadsChurch, also located onDeer Park Road (oppositeside) has built a newchurch. To date, there isno curb and guttering onthe street side.There is also no curband guttering on thestreet side of RannElementary School.However, there is curband guttering in front ofPettit Private School.As a member of theCatholic Communities inWise County, I would likesomeone to explain inthis forum why this hasbeen allowed to happen.In my opinion, the ordinanceshould be equallyapplied to all.Rose StuberAlvordSheriffsshould upholdConstitutionThe Attorney Generalof Delaware has decidedto strip the state’s sheriffsof their arrest powers.In both English andAmerican history, theocal sheriff — the onlyaw enforcement officialirectly elected, andhus, answerable to theeople — has been thenforcer of the supremeaw of the land. Thismeans the Constitutionof the United States.Article VI states in part,“...all executive andjudicial Officers, both ofthe United States and ofthe several States, shallbe bound by Oath or Affirmation,to support thisConstitution...”The move to emasculatethe local sheriffis being done becausea growing number ofsheriffs across this country(195 at last count)are pledging to upholdthe Constitution andparticularly the secondAmendment and will notconfiscate firearms norfire on citizens even ifordered to do so. Othercounties have held publicmeetings to determine iftheir local sheriff will bea “federalized” sheriff orwill publicly support anddefend the Constitutionfor their constituents.I am hoping our sheriffwill save the publicthe inconvenience of apublic meeting and willexpress his views in theWise County Messenger.In case you missed theDelaware article, here isthe link: http://americanfreepress.net/?p=3590.Jim MarrsBoydInterpretingthe SecondAmendmentIn government classa couple of semestersago my professor, KentMiller, explained what, todate, I still find the mostSee Your Views on page 5Complex problems call forcomplex, even imperfect, solutionsBY BRIAN KNOXbknox@wcmessenger.comI spent last week at homewith a sick 21-month-old.Zachary is still too young toreally watch television, soinstead of animated shows, Iwatched a lot of cable newschannels.Which I guess in a way issort of like animated television.On Monday, I watchedthe presidential inauguration.On Tuesday, I watchedthe reaction to PresidentObama’s speech. On WednesdayI watched the Benghazihearings. On Thursday Iwatched some of the JohnKerry secretary of state confirmationhearings. And ofcourse, there were plenty oftalking heads breaking downeverything I had just seen.By Friday, I pretty muchhad my fill of Washingtonpolitics and the endless analysisof everything political.What I came to realize isthat we have a lot of challengesahead of us thatcan only be solved if we getcooperationon both sidesof the politicalaisle. Andboth sidesneed to understandthatKNOX while theymay havemany valid points to theirargument, their opponentsalso have some valid points.Take gun control, forinstance. I heard argumentsranging from eliminatinggun-free school zones andarming teachers to banningany and all “assault” weapons.I even heard one guestexplaining that aestheticsof buildings such as schoolslead to a safer environment.If I understood it correctly,building a school with largewindows and attractive landscapingthat leads peopleto a central point of entrymakes it less likely to be thescene of a crime comparedto a school that looks like aprison or a fortress.The fact that there are somany different viewpointsis evidence that these arecomplex problems that requirecomplex solutions. Andnobody’s solution is going towork 100 percent of the time.I also heard Senator Kerrymake what I thought was avery good point when he saidthat the United States needsto get “its fiscal house inorder” if American diplomatswill have any credibility tocall for economic reforms ofother nations. Like the guncontrol debates, there areplenty of varying opinions onhow to accomplish that mostimportant task.We may not agree on howto solve the problems beforeus, but that doesn’t meanwe can allow the problemsto continue to go unsolved.President Barack Obamatouched on that theme duringhis inaugural address:“Being true to our foundingdocuments does not requireus to agree on every contourof life. It does not mean weall define liberty in exactlythe same way or follow thesame precise path to happiness.Progress does notcompel us to settle centurieslongdebates about the role ofgovernment for all time, butit does require us to act inour time.“For now decisions areupon us and we cannotafford delay. We cannotmistake absolutism for principle,or substitute spectaclefor politics, or treat namecallingas reasoned debate.We must act, knowing thatour work will be imperfect.We must act, knowing thattoday’s victories will be onlypartial and that it will be upto those who stand here infour years and 40 years and400 years hence to advancethe timeless spirit onceconferred to us in a sparePhiladelphia hall.”Whether you agree withthe president’s politics ornot (and judging from recentWise County elections, themajority of local residents donot), I think we can all agreewith his sentiment that actionmust be taken.At the very least, it willgive the talking headssomething new to talkabout.

WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 5Wilson Easby Whitmire III1941-2013Wilson Easby Whitmirelll, 72, died Saturday, Jan.26, 2013.Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m.Friday, Feb. 1, at SlidellBaptist Church.Wilson was born Nov. 17,1941, in Cold Springs, theoldest of five brothers andone sister, in a family whoseearly members helped tosettle Texas with Sam Houstonbefore it became a state.Wilson’s family moved toSlidell, where he grew upon a 3,000-acre cattle ranchand worked as a cowboy,riding horses and mendingfences, baling hay and feedingcattle every morningbefore going to Slidell HighSchool. He was a star basketballplayer and earneda four-year scholarship toSouthwestern University inGeorgetown.While in high school, Wilsondeveloped a passion forcars. His Dad bought himan old Model T Ford with noheadlights, so his youngerbrother James would ride onthe hood swinging a lantern.They later wrecked this carby driving into a tree.Wilson graduated fromSouthwestern with a degreein business and psychologywhile becoming an All-American basketball player.His accomplishments setthe bar high for his youngerbrothers and sister, all ofwhom went to college andhad successful careers.ontinued from page 4balanced view of our rightto bear arms.First, of course, there’sthe conservative interpretationwhich focuses on“the right of the peopleto bear arms shall not beinfringed.” This is easyenough to grasp and leadsto the quick interpretationthat we should havethe right to own whateverweapon we want.We left-leaning folks, onthe other hand, tend tofocus on the phrase “wellregulatedmilitia,” which,interpreted another way,implies that one shouldbe a member of a militiain order to own a weapon.That is where ProfessorMiller’s explanationended, and here is wheremy own pondering on thesecond begins.The founders could havegone a few ways in writingthe amendment. Instead ofassuming everything to betimeless and perfect, thethird amendment suggeststhe extent to which theConstitution and Bill ofRights are still products oftheir place and time. Afterall, when was the last timewe had a Supreme Courtcase regarding the quarteringof soldiers?Said cherished documentcould have beenphrased in perfectly clearfashion to favor one viewAfter college,Wilsonworkedfor Texaco,reaching thetop sales position,andWHITMIRE later forF r a n c i s c a nin Glendale, Calif., again insales. Disliking a 9-to-5 job,he started his Classic Carsbusiness in Dallas and becameone of the top expertson classic cars in America.Wilson was spirituallystrong and was a wonderfulhusband and father wholoved life and had a mischievoussense of humor. Travel,reading and discussing politicswere all of great interestto him.Survivors include his wife,Donna Drezek Whitmire;son Wilson Whitmire IV;daughter Leigha Whitmire;sister Vina Whitmire andhusband, Randy Remorenko,and their children, Samanthaand Jason; brothersJames Whitmire and wife,Mildred, and their childrenSandy and Jeff, Sam Whitmireand wife, Sofia, JackWhitmire and wife, Joann,and their children Chris andJames, and Ross Whitmireand wife, Linda.Memorials may be madeto the Slidell Fire Department.Wise County Messenger,January 30, 2013OBITUARIESBeverly Hawkins1936-2013Beverly Hawkins, 76, ofBowie, died Sunday, Jan. 27,2013.Funeral is 10 a.m. Friday,Feb. 1, at Greenwood GardenChapel in Fort Worth with entombmentto follow in GreenwoodMausoleum. Visitationis 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday atGreenwood Funeral Home.Beverly was born March25, 1936, to the late RichardA. and Edna Mae Mason Ellis.She was a homemaker, ananimal lover, loved to garden,crochet and read. Beverly wasa long-standing, active memberof the Ladies Auxiliary ofVFW Post No. 2438 in BayCity.She was preceded in deathby her husband, HaroldHawkins;son WayneHawkins Sr.;daughter DeniseDianeHawkins; fivebrothers andHAWKINS one sister.Survivorsinclude her sons, Harold R.E. Hawkins and KennethHawkins and wife, Claudette;daughters Gail Barber, CatherineSmith and husband, Jim,and Beverly Siebert and husband,David; adopted granddaughterCrystal Hutchinsonand husband, Zonn; and 16great-great-grandchildren.Wise County Messenger,January 30, 2013Wanda E. Banister1935-2013Wanda E. Banister, 77, ofWise County, died Monday,Jan. 21, 2013.A memorial service wasJan. 25 at the Kingdom Hallof Jehovah’s Witnesses in Decatur,with Nathan Shafferand Jeff Meredith officiating.Burial will be in Clovis, N.M.Wanda was born Oct. 5,1935, in Borger, to John andHollie Johnson. She was a wifeand mother and a member ofthe Jehovah’s Witnesses.She was preceded in deathby her husband, Ronnie ElvinBanister, and sons JohnnyDale Banister and Ronnie LeeBanister.YOUR VIEWSor the other. The FoundingFathers could have leftout any mention of militias.Or, the amendmentcould be worded so thatone would unquestionablyneed to be part of a militiain order to have a gun. So,which was it?Forward-thinking as theconvention was, and knowinghow they designed theConstitution to change viaamendments, it’s possiblethat they left the secondAmendment intentionallyvague so that future generationscould interpretit as the times demanded.Then again, maybe thesecond isn’t a product offoresight at all. Minutemenwere crucial in winningthe RevolutionaryWar, hence the mention of“well organized militias,”possibly as much as thethird was a response toBritain’s Quartering Act.Allow a moment todemystify and humanizethe Framers a bit, (yes,despite all our reverence,they most certainly werehuman) and think back tothe times of the ConstitutionalConvention. Justgetting the Constitutionratified at all was quite acontentious battle… that’swhy the Bill of Rightscame to be in the firstplace.Perhaps then, the wordingof the second Amendmentis purposefullyvague so that each side atthe time would read into itwhat they wanted to hear,and thus approve, leavingthese kinds of problemsfor us down the line!Angelou del AngelDallas (formerlyBridgeport)Loss of agexemptiondisputedIn this day and age, itseems that if the smallfarmer is told “no” enoughthey just quit fighting —which is exactly what the“ruling” people want. Wechose not to give up.We are fighting to getback our agricultural exemptionand don’t understandhow a few peoplecan say that after 14 yearswe are not “normal” forWise County. We sufferedthrough the drought likethe big farmers/corporations,had our hay burnedbut did not ask for handouts.We worked our land,clearing it, fencing it, digginga stock pond, fertilizing,haying, raising cattle.Yes we only have fiveacres — that was all wecould afford and therewasn’t any issue with thatback when we bought it.Now, we are told becauseour house sits on 3/4 of that5 acres we no longer qualify.Survivorsinclude daughterVonnaShaffer andhusband, Kenneth,of Sunset;brothersBANISTER Cecil Johnsonof Californiaand Bobby Johnson of Mesa,Ariz.; grandchildren MandyAllen and husband, Brett, andNathan Shaffer and wife, Amber;and great-grandchildrenLandon, Micah and Hailey Allenand Tristan Shaffer.Wise County Messenger,January 30, 2013Are we supposed to livein the cattle shed? Thisland has always beenagricultural — we had toprove that when we got it.Why not now? Why is itOK to let a few people saywhat you did was not goodenough now, that eventhough you aren’t a weekendfarmer, even thoughyou have proven withpictures that you have hayand cattle, it’s still notgood enough?Instead let us destroyyour American dream ofowning your own land,your own farm, having hayand raising your cattle.Let us take your dreamsand goals that you workedso hard for, that you putall your money into, yourheart and soul, let us takethem away because we can.Is this right? Is thisfair? Is this the way itshould be? Is there anyonethat can help? We shouldbe grandfathered in. Weshould be allowed to getour exemption back becausewe have proven thatwe are that little farmerworking hard to continueour dreams. We weregranted this exemption 14years ago but now havebeen told, too bad, notgood enough, our authoritygives us the right totake all that away. Whereis the justice in this?Pat and Dan FrankBoydDavid Drew Fennell1930-2013David Drew Fennell, 82, aretired cabinet builder, diedMonday, Jan. 28, 2013, inDecatur.Graveside service is 2p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31, atSweetwater Cemetery withBrother Charles Taylor officiating.Visitation is 6 to 8p.m. Wednesday at Coker-Hawkins Funeral Home inDecatur.Mr. Fennell was born May13, 1930, in Decatur to JohnHenry and Minnie Bertha(Hicks) Fennell. He marriedEva Sue Bryan April17, 1954, in Fort Worth. Mr.Fennell served in the UnitedMary Ruth Williams, 82,died Friday, Jan. 25, 2013,in Fort Worth.Funeral is 10:30 a.m.Wednesday, Jan. 30, atChristian-Hawkins FuneralHome in Boyd with burial inBoyd Cemetery.The Rev. Ronnie Williamswill officiate. Pallbearers includeJacky Smith, RonnieSmith, Dickie Inman, JeffDickens, Joe Dickens, BarryBarber, Terry Barber andDavis Barber.Mary was born Feb. 19,1930, to Thomas and Clara(Oates) Smith in Rhome.She was a co-owner for 26years of Williams WesternTailors in Fort Worth.SurvivorsDecatur; sons Jim FennellStates Armyand was amember ofthe BaptistChurch.include hisFENNELL wife, SueFennell ofand wife, Jeannie, of CanyonLake and Bill Fennelland wife, Michele, of Decatur;daughter Deb Jones andhusband, Norman, of Weatherford;seven grandchildrenand 10 great-grandchildren.Wise County Messenger,January 30, 2013Billy Joe ‘Tex’ Read1943-2013Billy Joe “Tex” Read, 69, diedMonday, Jan. 28, 2013, at SunsetNursing Home in Concordia,Kan.Memorial service is 2 p.m.Thursday, Jan. 31, at Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home in Concordiawith the Rev. Barry Brinkmanofficiating. The familyselected cremation, and privateburial will be at a later date.Billy was born March 22,1943, in Decatur to Earnestand Lois (Hudson) Read. Hegrew up in Texas and marriedCharlotte Regnier Feb. 2, 1966,in Concordia.Billy was a truck driver forBoogaarts, Crete Trucking andthen worked at the toy factorybefore driving for Koch Excavating.Ruby Jean Weyerts1931-2013Mary Williams1930-2013He is survived by his wife,daughter Christina Read ofConcordia; son Todd Read ofLafayette, La.; half-brother ErnieRead of Jacksboro; grandchildrenGrant, Stephanie andBrady Read; and great-granddaughterHe was preceded in deathby his parents, grandparents,aunts, uncles, step-grandsonMemorials may be made tothe Billy Read Memorial Fundonline condolences, visit www.Charlotte, of Concordia;Kylee Hillman.Stephan, and half-brother,David.in care of the funeral home. Forchaputbuoy.com.Wise County Messenger,January 30, 2013death by herparents; herhusband,Herbert WilliamsFrankie Bewley.sons, Herby and Dooley Williamsof Boyd; granddaughterJennifer Thomas Williamsof Fort Worth; sisterDorothy Hays of Fort Worth;other family members and aMary waspreceded inSr.;WILLIAMS and sisterSurvivors include herhost of friends.Wise County Messenger,January 30, 2013Ruby Jean Weyerts, 81,of Enid, Okla. died Sunday,Jan. 27, 2013, in Bridgeport.Funeral will be held in Enidwith burial at MemorialPark Cemetery under thedirection of Jones FamilyFuneral Home of Bridgeport.Ruby was born Oct. 18,1931, in Butler, Okla., toLolo Mae (Etherton) andHarry Holiday Evert Lewis.She worked for J.C. Penneyand Hallmark storesand enjoyed her church andfamily. She was a member ofthe First Baptist Church inEnid.She is survived by herstepdaughters, Agnes Lou-and husband,Joe, of Chico,and husband,s t e p s o nJames Weyerts and wife,Nancy, of Plano; numerouston Weyerts Jr.; her parents;ise Brittonand DorisEleen GertenNickolas, ofWEYERTS Yukon, Okla.;grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.She was preceded indeath by her husband, Mil-and sons Dan Patton andLance Patton.Wise County Messenger,January 30, 2013940-627-5987 • ADS@WCMESSENGER.COMWe honor most all funeral plansoffered by any funeral home.1401 Halsell • Bridgeport940-683-1704The family ofWanda Banisterwould like to thank everyone fortheir phone calls, visits, meals, plantsand flowers during the loss of ourloved one. You support was comfortingduring this difficult time and weare thankful to each one of you foryour acts of kindness.Sincerely,The Shaffer & Allen Family

Deer CreekBldg 4TM6 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013DECATURCouncil re-funds bonds, calls for spring electionBY BOB BUCKELbbuckel@wcmessenger.comWhen you get a chance tosave a cool half-million, youdo it.That’s what the City of Decaturdid on Monday eveningwhen it re-funded a series of10-year-old water and sewerbonds at a significantly lowerinterest rate.According to bond adviserMurphy Davis, whatthe city actually did was sell$3,475,00 in 2004 bonds anduse that money to purchasetreasury securities that matureon March 1, 2014 — thedate those bonds are callable.Proceeds from those securitieswill pay off those 2004 bondsnext year — then the city willsave an average of $51,762 ayear over the next 10 years asit pays off the new bonds.“We’re not extending yourdebt, just refinancing it at adifferent rate,” Davis said.Davis praised the city for itsstrong financial performance,which earned it an A-1 ratingfrom Moody’s Financial Serviceslast month. That ratingis a major reason the city canget an interest rate of 2.71 onthe new bonds — compared tothe 4.64 it was paying on theold bonds.“Building up those reservefunds helps maintain that A-1rating,” he said. “That’s aboutprimo as far as a city this sizegoes. You have a great cityhere.”The rating also means thecity doesn’t need to buy insuranceon the bonds — anothersaving.Three seats on ballotThe council also called anelection to elect, or re-elect,three members to the citycouncil.On the ballot for the May 11election are places 2, 4 and 6,currently held by Susan Cocanougher,Jason Wren andRandy Bowker. All are twoyearterms.The filing period opens today(Wednesday, Jan. 30) andruns through March 1. Earlyvoting is April 29 throughMay 7 at City Hall.The council also voted tohold the election jointly withDecatur Independent SchoolDistrict — with the reservationthat it’s possible eitherentity might not have an opposedelection, in which casethey would be allowed by lawto cancel. Both the city andschool district set aside fundsto handle their own election,and if they are able to holdvoting jointly, both come inunder budget.The council also: approved the use of theHarmon Park skateboardpark on Saturday, May 25 fora competition to be hosted byShredderz, a local skateboardshop; approved a zoning variancefor the Wise CountySheriff’s Posse to allow theconstruction of a monumentsign with an electronic messageboard. The propertywhere the Sheriff’s PosseArena is located along FM51 South is currently zonedSingle-Family, a zoning whichprohibits such signs. gave final approval to anordinance lowering the speedlimit on U.S. 380 to 55 mphfrom Chico Street to the westcity limits. voted to cancel the council’sFeb. 11 meeting due tothe expected lack of a quorum.That day is Wise CountyDay at the state Capitol inAustin, and at least threecouncilmembers are expectedto attend. The following Mondayis a federal holiday forPresidents Day. With no casespending from the Planning& Zoning Commission whichwould require hearings andthe publication of notices, thecouncil opted to just handleeverything on the fourth Mondayin February.Prior to the meeting, in awork session that began at5:30, the council heard annualreports on the airport,planning department, publicworks, civic center, MainStreet program, fire and policedepartments, finance departmentand the library.ANNUAL REPORTSDFD has a waiting listDecatur Fire Chief MikeRichardson reported on hisdepartment’s activities for2012 and going forward.The DFD currently hasthree full-time administrativepersonnel, nine full-timefirefighters, seven part-timesupport personnel and 22volunteers. A new system fortraining and utilizing volunteers,modeled after the Cityof Frisco, has been “very successful”Richardson said, andhas actually increased thenumber of volunteer applications.Under the system, ratherthan being constantly on-call,volunteers work a 12-hourshift every nine days. This allowsvolunteers to scheduletheir time, come in, do theirshift, do their training and gohome or to their other jobs.Consequently, the DFD nowhas volunteers from Boyd,Rhome, Alvord — even onewho lives in Bedford.“This allows us to have acouple of volunteers on dutymost nights from 7 to 7,” Richardsonsaid. “It has, to my surprise,increased interest fromguys wanting to get hours, gettraining and get into a professionaljob.”Decatur’s limit for volunteersis 30, so there are currentlyeight spots available —but Richardson said he has 16applicants for those spots.Among the department’s accomplishmentsfor 2012 wereimplementation of a five-yearplan, securing a temporaryfire training facility, improvingthe fire inspection process,expanding fire education efforts,encouraging the use ofsprinkler systems, workingwith the public works departmentto enhance public watersupply firefighting capabilities,upgrading training andadding a tanker.Goals for 2013 includebuilding a portable live-burnsimulator to use in training,initiating a “Ready, Set, Go!”program aimed at preventioneducation for wildfires,reinstituting the CitizensFire Academy and continuingwork in other areas.The DFD’s response timesfor city, county and overallcame down in 2012: from 5:06minutes to 5:02 in the city;10:46 to 10:10 in the county,and 6:59 to 6:12 overall.Police productivePolice Chief Rex Hoskinswent through the statistics,both on crime and on thenumber of arrests and citationsissued by his officersduring the year. The DPD’s 19officers worked 355 accidentsin 2012, made 748 arrests andissued 7,852 citations. Theyresponded to 32,279 calls forservice during the year — thesixth-busiest out of the last 10years.Arrests for DWI, public intoxicationand drug offenseswere the lowest since 2003.The city had no murders, onlyone robbery and one sexual assault,11 motor vehicle thefts,20 burglaries, 84 assaults and187 thefts. Of $231,778 in stolenproperty reported — money,jewelry, clothing, vehicles,office equipment, electronics,firearms and household goods— $63,797 was recovered duringthe year.Airport looks at futureFinance Manager BradBurnett, who recently took onthe additional responsibilitiesof Airport Manager, gave thecouncil a rundown on aircraft,employment, hangar rentalsand companies located at theDecatur Municipal Airport.Currently there are 52 airplanesand one helicopterbased at the airport in 48closed, open and privatelyowned hangars. Employersat the airport — includingDecatur Jet Center, UnitedRotocraft Solutions, Wayne’sAircraft Services/ClearviewHangar, Alamo Aerospace,Garrett & Hasty Propertiesand the City of Decatur —generate approximately 50full-time jobs. The airport’sfixed-base operator (FBO)sold 17,895 gallons of AVGASin 2012, up 8 percent fromlast year. Jet fuel sales weredown, however, by 29 percentfrom 21,412 gallons in 2011 to15,105 in 2012.The airport generatedreveues of $62,845 in 2012,with expenditures coming inat $206,022.Plans for 2013 include refurbishingthe terminal buildingwith paint and tile flooring,and a fence project that willenclose the perimeter of theairport. Six electronically-operatedgates will be installedas part of the $130,000 project,with $13,000 to be paid bythe city and the rest through agrant from TxDOT’s aviationdivision. Burnett said he hasalso contacted Oncor aboutgoing underground with somepower lines on the airportgrounds to eliminate a potentialcause of crashes.A ramp refurbishing is duein 2015 — engineering willstart next year — and thecity will look at expandingboth the width and length ofthe runway. And Burnett saidhe would like to explore thecurrent hangar situation andcome up with suggestions tothe council on how it might beimproved.“There is a lot of interestin people building hangarsout there,” he said. “We needabout 40 t-hangars and a corporatehangar — but rightnow they have to give it backto the city in 20 years, andmost are not willing to dothat. We’ll be coming back toyou to see if there’s a way wecan modify that.”Development downPlanning Director Dedra D.Ragland, AICP, went over herreport with the council, notingthat since the record yearof 2008, development activityin the City of Decatur has “decreasedsignificantly.” Itemslike plats, plans, gas well development,special use permits,subdivisions, commercial andresidential site plan reviewsand zoning changes went from117 in 2008 to 61 in 2012.Fees generated on thoseitems fell from the high of$19,550 in ‘08 to $9,098 lastyear.Ragland said her departmentissued 808 buildingpermits and conducted1,491 building inspectionsin 2012. Residential projectswere mainly in the Homes ofBriar Crossing, South MartinBranch and GreathouseVillage Estates, while majorcommercial projects includedEasy Rent, Panda Express,Crossroads Church, Casa TorresMexican Restaurant andState National Bank.The department’s majorproject, the Zoning Ordinancerewrite, has taken longerthan anticipated, but “we aremaking progress” she told thecouncil.Therapies can help stem damage from glaucomaGlaucoma is a quiet disease.Those affected by it oftenfeel no pain, and the loss ofeyesight is so gradual that patientssometimes don’t evenrealize what’s happening untilit’s in the advanced stages.Dr. Patricia Young withBridgeport Eye Center saidthere are 15 types of glaucoma.“Glaucoma is a disease thatis related to the flow of the fluidin the eye, not the blood, butthe clear fluid,” she said. “Youmake too much, and it can’tdrain quickly enough or youmake the right amount and itgets trapped in the drain.“Either way the pressuregets too high, and it causesdamage to the nerve that carriesinformation from the eyeto the brain.”WALK-INS WELCOMEDr. Eric Cheng with TherapeuticOptometrist in Decatursaid glaucoma is typicallydiscovered by two things:measuring the pressure inthe eye and examining the opticnerve.“It’s a disease that causespermanent blindness,” hesaid. “It works outside to thecenter, usually slowly so youwon’t notice it.”Glaucoma is not curable,but there are treatmentsavailable to slow the disease.Young said the most commontreatment is eye droptherapy. There are numeroustypes of drops that doctorsmay prescribe, depending onthe stage of the disease, butshe said the most importantthing is to never skip a drop.“Take it when you’re supposedto,” she said. “Consistencyin medication is what keepsyou where you need to be tokeep from losing your vision.”Some patients may also becandidates for selective lasertrabeculoplasty, which willbe available locally in February.Young said Dr. John Belardoof Oklahoma City willtravel to Bridgeport once amonth and do the proceduresat North Texas CommunityHospital.She explained that althoughthe therapy has beenaround for about 15 years,this is the first time it’s beenavailable in Wise County.“We can delay having to usedrops if you get the laser,” shesaid.There are also other surgeriesthat can be performed if thedisease is greatly advanced.Cheng said the onset ofthe disease usually occursbetween ages 45 and 60, andalthough it’s not necessarilyhereditary, a person can bepre-dispositioned for it if theyhave family members withglaucoma.Young said in addition toage and family history, ethnicityand injury can also berisk factors. She explainedthat all patients are screenedfor glaucoma, but additionaltesting is done patients at ahigher risk.Dr. Young has been practicingin Wise County since1995, and Dr. Cheng has beenwith Therapeutic Optometristsince July of 2012. Dr. OliviaLe also practices at TherapeuticOptometrist.Dr. Rebecca J. Bradford Therapeutic OptometristDr. Patricia YoungDoctor of Optometry• Friendly Personal Attention• Pre- and Post-Surgical Care• Treatment of Eye Disease• Co-Management ofGlaucoma• Participating Provider inMedicare & Other Plans• Wide Variety of Frames,Contacts and Sunglasses807 Woodrow Wilson Ray Circle • Bridgeport, TX 76426www.bridgeporteyecenter.com • 940-683-2006THE FUTURE OF EYECARE IS NUTRITIONsrrTHERAPEUTICOPTOMETRISTDr. Olivia Le, O.D.Dr. Eric Cheng, O.D.Monday - Thursday • 10 am - 6 pmFriday • 10 am - 5 pmOpen Saturdays • 9 am - 4 pm800 S. 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POWERLIFTINGWISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 7FRESHMANPOWER— ChicofreshmanTyler Meltonfinishesa squatSaturday atthe ChicoPowerliftingMeet.Meltonfinishedfifth in the275 class.Meltontotalled1,080pounds.JIMMY ALFORD/WCMESSENGERChico meet a powerful successt was a historical day atChico Saturday. Chicohosted a powerlifting meetwith nearly 350 lifters and27 different schools. Six WiseCounty schools participated.As of now it’s the biggestpowerlifting meet in the state.Chico powerlifting coachHeath Tullous thought of theidea to host such an eventand wanted an opportunity toshowcase Chico.“It was amazing,” Tulloussaid. “Chico has never hadanything like this before. Itwas just great for the communityand the kids.”With so much success, Tullousis already looking forwardto next year.“After the meet we had acoaches meeting and they allwanted to be invited back,”Tullous said. “We had a greatturnout and the whole thingran really smooth.”Apparently the Chico athleteswere excited about thehome meet too. The Dragonsand Lady Dragons finishedbetter than any othercounty school. The girls tookfifth place, led by freshmanAlli York’s first-place finish,and the Chico boys capturedthird.Whitesboro girls took theoverall title, while Grahamcaptured the boys title.“They took a lot of pridein it and really stepped up,”Tullous said about Chico’sperformance. “The kids thatmedaled did a great job. Theywanted to have a good meetin their house and beat theother Wise County schools.”SECONDPLACE —Decatur’sDakotaWilliamsfinishedsecondin the275 classSaturday.Williamslifted a totalof 1,185pounds infour events.JIMMY ALFORD/WCMESSENGERArea athletes that finishedin the top 5 in each weight class:Girls97 Classli Galindord ..........Chicona Rodriguezth .........Chico105 Classlli Yorkst ..........Chicoracie Pryorth .........Chico114 Classshley Sparksth .........ParadiseMikeala Beck5th .........Paradise132 ClassMarissa Martinez3rd ..........DecaturKailyn Carwhile5th .........Paradise198 ClassTara Hancock4th .........Boyd220 ClassCierra Partin3rd ..........BoydBoys114 ClassDaniel Salinas1st ..........ChicoArmando Salinas4th .........Chico123 ClassTrevor Richard1st ..........ChicoJose Olivera4th .........Paradise148 ClassKelton Dethloff2nd .........Paradise198 ClassMatt Sinclair3rd ..........Boyd220 ClassTaylor Edwards2nd .........Paradise275 ClassDakota Williams2nd .........DecaturTyler Melton5th .........ChicoSHW ClassJimmy Shuetz2nd .........ChicoJIMMY ALFORD/WCMESSENGERRAISING THE BAR — Paradise’s Ashley Sparks takes part in the benchpress at the Chico Powerlifting Meet Saturday. Sparks finished fourth inher class.SPORTS SCHEDULEBasketballVarsity BoysFriday, Feb. 1Sanger at Bridgeport8 p.m.Alvord at Paradise8 p.m.Boyd at Brock8 p.m.Chico at Perrin8 p.m.Richland at Northwest8 p.m.Tuesday, Feb. 5Decatur at Sanger8 p.m.Bridgeport at Gainesville8 p.m.Paradise at Peaster8 p.m.Ponder at Alvord8 p.m.Millsap at Boyd8 p.m.Slidell at Prairie Valley8 p.m.Northwest at Keller Central8 p.m.Varsity GirlsFriday, Feb. 1Sanger at Bridgeport6:30 p.m.Alvord at Paradise6:30 p.m.Boyd at Brock6:30 p.m.Chico at Perrin6:30 p.m.Richland at Northwest 6:30 p.m.Tuesday, Feb. 5Decatur at Sanger6:30 p.m.Bridgeport at Gainesville6:30 p.m.Paradise at Peaster6:30 p.m.Ponder at Alvord6:30 p.m.Millsap at Boyd6:30 p.m.Slidell at Prairie Valley6:30 p.m.Northwest at Keller Central6:30 p.m.SoccerVarsity GirlsFriday, Feb. 1Western Hills at Decatur7 p.m.Softball scrimmagesThursday, Jan. 31Decatur at Paradise5 p.m.Bridgeport at Tolar5:30 p.m.Friday, Feb. 1Lindsay at Decatur5 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 2Alvord at Bridgeport11 a.m.Baseball scrimmagesTuesday, Feb. 5Decatur at Iowa Park5 p.m.Bridgeport at Alvord5 p.m.

8 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013BASKETBALLKrum outpacesLady EaglesBY CLAY CORBETTccorbett@wcmesenger.comThe injury-riddled DecaturLady Eagles (15-12, 2-4)struggled offensively earlyagainst the No. 4 Krum LadyCats Friday and could neverrecover.Krum eventually pulledaway for a 55-29 victory.Decatur’s defense held thegame scoreless for the firstthree minutes, but Krumscored the first 12 points andtook a 14-4 lead at the end ofthe first quarter.The Lady Eagles defensewas the highlight for Decaturin the first half but gaveup too many offensive rebounds.“When we didn’t turn theball over and we rebounded,I thought our defense playedwell,” Decatur coach BillyGarner said. “You can’t givethem four or five shots [apossession]. They don’t needany help.”It was the first full gamewithout either Jasmyne Tateor Murphy Graham andGarner knows his team willhave to make a big adjustmentquickly with the seasonwinding down.“It’s still tough,” Garnersaid about the situation.“You can’t replace in one ortwo games what those girlshave worked all year to become.“Some of our younger girlsare going to have to step up.”Krum built a 28-13 lead atthe half and totally shut downthe Decatur offense in thethird, holding the Lady Eaglesto two points in the frame.With a commanding lead,Krum backed out of theirpressure in the fourth, andDecatur took advantage,hitting numerous perimetershots down the stretch.“I got excited,” Garner saidabout the late offensive output.“They [Krum] got in azone, and we hit some perimetershots. That was somethingpositive.”Decatur was led byMakayla Mayfield with nineand Shelby Drews with seven.Haley Dennard finishedwith six, and Katie Ishamadded four.The Lady Eagles will enjoyan open date Friday beforeending the regular season onthe road Tuesday at Sanger.JOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERRIPPED AWAY — Decatur’s Haley Dennard and the Lady Eagles had a tough time with Krum’sdefense Friday. The Lady Cats took the 55-29 victory. • Buy reprints at wcmessenger.com/reprintsGIRLSBASKETBALL ROUNDUPSOCCERBrock nips Lady BulldogsAlvord came within onepossession of knocking offNo. 2 Brock Friday. The Eagleswere able to hold on fora 33-31 victory.Brock took an early 7-5lead at the end of the firstquarter, but Alvord (21-10,7-2) rallied to tie the game16-16 at the half.Brock outscored the LadyBulldogs 8-6 in the third period,which ended up beingthe difference in the game.Ariel Rogers led the waywith 11 and Marissa Schedcikhas six. Carley Kingadded five and Sam Hahnhad four. Katie Claborntossed in three and LaurenHart scored two.Alvord will travel to ParadiseFriday.Boyd 54, Peaster 31The Boyd Lady Jacketstoppled Peaster Friday, 54-31. Boyd (16-11, 2-8) was ledby Chelsea Elkins with 15The Northwest Texansgot an early lead Fridayand went on to beatSouthlake Carroll, 52-45.“We dictated the tempoof the game and we did agreat job defensively,” saidNorthwest coach MikeHatch. “Our kids did agood job shooting the ball,and making free throwsdown the stretch.”The Texans (15-8, 6-3)struggled from the charitystripe the first three quarters,but went 6 for 9 inthe final quarter.The last time the Texansfaced the Dragons (13-10,5-4), they walked awaywith a loss. This game wasa pivotal win in District4-5A, putting the Texansin third place.Northwest increasedtheir lead each quarter,not allowing the Dragonsto rally back.Josh Tatum lead with 12points. David Ogunwoluand Casey Jimison eachadded ten points.“We’re a very unselfishteam and it comes fromwhatever Josh can get,”MACK THWEATT/WCMESSENGERDEFENSIVE PRESSURE — Northwest’s Kelsea Jones andBrianna Barnhill go for the steal Friday against Southlake.and Kenzie Elkins finishedwith 13.Hatch said. “Defense dictateswhat he does and hedoes a great job readingthe defense.”The Texans will hostRichland Friday.BOYSThe Lady Jackets travel toBrock Friday.BASKETBALL ROUNDUPTexans slay DragonsMACK THWEATT/WCMESSENGERABOVE THE DEFENSE — Northwest’s Elijah Christman getsoff the jumper against Southlake Friday. The Texans movedinto third place with a 52-45 victory.Bellevue 68, Slidell 51Bellevue got the best ofSlidell for the second timethis season Friday. The districtleading Eagles pickedup the 68-51 victory.Ranger 49, Chico 38A bad second quarterwas too much for the LadyDragons to overcome Friday.Ranger outscored Chico (4-20, 0-6) 16-4 in the secondperiod en route to a 49-38victory.Alli York led the way with12 and Charlye-Ann Biggerstaffhad 10. Corey Tate addedsix. Katie Reynolds andBreann Hall each scored four.Chico travels to Perrin Friday.Southlake 76, Northwest 31The Lady Texans couldnot keep with the SouthlakeCarroll Dragons Friday, falling76-31. Southlake jumpedout to an early lead and led42-13 at the half.Addy Clements led Northwestwith 14. Brianna Barnhilladded 14 and ElizabethMoss tossed in five.Northwest hosts RichlandFriday.Slidell (23-4, 6-2) was ledby Trent Garrett with 19points and 11 rebounds.Tyler Maynard and GracjanPietryka each scored14. Isaac Davis and ScottBingham both had six. JarrettTinsman tossed in two.Chico 59, Ranger 30The Dragons came awaywith another district winFriday, taking down Ranger59-30.Chico (15-11, 4-1) wasled by Hunter Clarke andMatt Carter, each finishingwith 15. Dylan Hightowertossed in 10.The Dragons will travelto Perrin Friday.Brock 61, Alvord 24District leading Brockhad little trouble with AlvordFriday, taking downthe Bulldogs, 61-24.The Eagles jumped outto an 18-4 first quarterlead and never lookedback.Kane Rice led the Bulldogswith seven.Alvord travels to ParadiseFriday.JIMMY ALFORD/WCMESSENGERHEADS UP — Marco Rodriguez deflects a punt from theAzle keeper to put the balls back in the Texans control.Texans blankAzle, 1-0BY JIMMY ALFORDjalford@wcmessenger.comNorthwest’s ChristianVazquez slipped the decidinggoal past Azle’s keepermidway through the secondhalf of Friday night’s game.Texan defenders managedto thwart the Hornets’ attemptsat an equalizer, holdingon for the 1-0 victory.Northwest looked coldstarting the game but builtsome momentum toward theend of the first half. 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10 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER, Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013SPORTSSWIMMINGJOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERNICE DAY — Decatur’s Logan Huff had a nice district meet Saturday advancing to regionals in two relays and the 100 freestyle. • Buy reprints at wcmessenger.com/reprintsSwimmers delveinto regionalsIt was a very successful Satudayfor Wise County swimmersthis weekend. Eight Decaturswimmers and a Boydswimmer advanced to theregional swim meet Feb. 8 atthe Mansfield Aquatic Centerafter their performances at thedistrict meet in Denton Saturday.The Lady Eagles finishedfourth overall with 52 points.Byron Nelson took the girlsteam title with 225.The Eagles took sixth inteam standings with 19 points,while Byron Nelson took theboys title with 181. Boyd finishedseventh with 12.“We did well,” Decatur swimcoach Doris Dennard said. “Weswam well for the most part.Logan [Huff] had his best time,but no one else had their besttime. We don’t always haveour fastest times at the districtmeet.”Baley Phariss, Haley Dennard,Katey Rowden and MadeleineSemmelmann advancedin the 200 medley relay andthe 200 free relay. They finishedthird in the 200 medleywith a time of 2:09 and fourthin the 200 free with a time of1:54.Dennard also moved on individuallyin the 50 free and 100breaststroke. Phariss is goingto regionals in the 100 breaststroke.Rowden, a state qualifierlast season, advanced in the50 free and 100 free. She alsopicked up the Female Swimmerof the Meet.Logan Huff, Daniel Smyers,Trey Dale and Robert Davillawill be heading to regionals inthe 200 medley relay and 200free relay.The Eagles finished fifth inthe 200 medley with a time of2:07 and sixth in the 200 freewith a time of 1:49.Huff also advanced in the100 free.“We were a little disappointedwe didn’t get more personalbest times,” Dennard said. “Wewere fast enough. Nerves typicallytake over a little at thedistrict meet.”JOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERALL SMILES — Decatur’s Haley Dennard, Madeleine Semmelmann, Katey Rowden and BaleyPhariss show off their third place medals from the 200 medley relay.Jake Bryans and SavannahRichardson of Boyd also competedin the 6-4A meet. Bryansqualified for regionals inboth the 100 butterfly and 100backstroke.The top six finishers in eachevent qualified for the regionalmeet.Below is a list of individual results:Girls50 freestyleKatey Rowden1st ..........25.69Haley Dennard5th .........27.01Madeleine Semmelman11th .......30.21Alexis Downe22nd .......40.24100 freestyleKatey Rowden2nd .........55.57Baley Phariss12th .......1:10Savannah Richardson18th .......1:25Alexis Downe21st ........1:31100 backstrokeMadeleine Semmelman12th .......1:21Alexis Little13th .......1:33100 breaststrokeHaley Dennard3rd ..........1:22Baley Phariss5th .........1:24200 freestyleAlexis Little15th .......3:09Boys50 freestyleDaniel Smyers9th .........25.40Logan Huff10th .......25.57Colton Teter18th .......27.64100 butterflyJake Byrans4th .........1:04100 freestyleLogan Huff6th .........56.55Daniel Smyers7th .........57.43Trey Dale15th .......1:06Chase McBride18th .......1:11100 backstrokeJake Bryans2nd .........1:00Robert Davilla15th .......1:17Chase McBride21st ........1:29Carter Hakanson22nd .......2:31200 freestyleRobert Davilla9th .........2:16AND ONE —Decatur’sCain Loweconnectsafter pickingup the foulagainstKrum Friday.JOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERDecatur dismantles Krum, 72-32BY CLAY CORBETTccorbett@wcmessenger.comAfter a heartbreaking loss to Gainesville,a trip to Krum appeared to bejust what the Decatur Eagles neededFriday. They dominated from start tofinish in a 72-32 runaway victory.“This was the best we have playedall year,” Decatur coach DrewCoffman said. “I understand that40-point victories don’t come easy atKrum with the tradition they have.“If we can win Tuesday we are inthe playoffs, and then we can startfighting for position.”An early 2-0 lead would be the onlyadvantage Krum would have the entiregame. Decatur held a 12-10 leadat end of the first quarter, but Krumtied things at 12-12 early in the secondperiod until the Eagles took over.Decatur ended the first half on a22-6 run to take control of the game.The third quarter was even moredominant for the Eagles. Decaturscored the first 13 points of the periodand outscored the Bobcats 19-5in the frame.“Our pressure gave them someproblems, and the turnovers turnedinto some easy buckets for us,” Coffmansaid about the second-half performance.Decatur was able to cruise downthe stretch for a blowout victory thatdoesn’t come very often at a placeknown for great basketball.Krum is still winless in districtplay, but was very competitive intheir three other district losses.“They’ve lost three games by acombined seven points, so I give ourkids a lot of credit,” Coffman said.“The Tuesday night loss [to Gainesville]bothered them, and we had twogood days of work, and you could tellwe were ready to play tonight.”The Eagles were led by CameronMize with 16 and Austin Givens with14. Shayler Carlton finished witheight. Nate Mitchell and Cain Loweeach added seven.Krum was led by Tyler Starneswith eight, and Zack Hughes had six.The Eagles will have an open dateFriday before hosting Sanger Tuesday.JOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERLOOSE BALL — Parker Slatescrambles for possession of thebasketball Friday. Decatur defeatedKrum, 72-32.

A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER • WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2013HEADLINES YOU MAYHAVE MISSED IF YOU’RENOT READING THE WISECOUNTY MESSENGER... Warden charged withassault, threat Schools see CSCOPE asanswer to tougher testing WARM faces budget deficit Board inches along onparking projectIN SPORTS... Dual threat — Swimmer/runner goes for speed onland and water Leopards trip up Eagles Alvord bests Boyd, 60-32SUBSCRIBETo the Wise County Messengerwcmessenger.com/subscribeor call 940-627-5987JOE DUTY/WCMESSENGER • Buy reprints at wcmessenger.com/reprintsBLISTERING BARREL RACE — Ryann Pedone of Decatur bears down to round a barrel at the afternoon performance of the Fort Worth StockShow and Rodeo Sunday. She clocked a 17.13 in the barrel race.

2 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013Fractured fairy tale Grimm, wackyMOVIEman1 and is made byfanboy favoriteHanzel&Gretel 6Bryan Singer (X-Men [2000, MMNo. 349, 8]). Thetrailer is fantastic.In 2014, AngelinaJolie willplay “Maleficent,”a Disney picture.It’s a very seriouseffort — the budgetis listed at agigantic $200 million.The delay(twice, actually)Usually when a moviegets pushed back by almosta year — “Hanzel & Gretel:Witch Hunters” was originallyset for a March 2012release — the reason is thatit’s not very good.That’s not totally true of“H&G:WH.” It’s nothing towrite home about, but it’snot so bad that it received aspot in the dumping groundof February.Starring:Jeremy Renner,GemmaArterton,Famke JanssenDirected by:Tommy WirkolaRated R for:everything,esp. goreTHE BIG 50% OFFEverything SaleThe MarketCollectionAbout the filmMovie ideas are famousfor cycling. 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The STS National Cardiac Database measures outcomes on over 95% of the 1,100 cardiac surgeryprograms in the U.S.Additional Sources: TRG Health Care Solutions, Denver, Colorado; Press Ganey Associates, Inc.Notice Regarding Physician Ownership: THE HEART HOSPITAL Baylor Plano is a hospital in which physicians have an ownership or investment interest. Thelist of the physician owners or investors is available to you upon request.Physicians are members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Health Care System’s subsidiary, community or affi liated medical centers and are neitheremployees nor agents of those medical centers, THE HEART HOSPITAL Baylor Plano or Baylor Health Care System. ©2013 Baylor Health Care SystemTHHBP_470_2012 11625 CE 01.13

4 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013Am I what?BY GERRY LEWISAre you a glass half-full orhalf-empty kind of person?For the most part, I’m ahalf-full kind of guy. I tendto look for, and even expect,the best in most situations,to see potential and possibilitiesinstead of weaknessesand barriers, and to noticethe roses among the thorns.At least I try to.I also like to laugh and Ithink we all should lightenup a little bit and look forthe humor in everyday situations.The Bible says that acheerful heart is good medicine(Proverbs 17:22). That’sgood to know since I havearrived at the age wheremedicine — and the purveyorsthereof — are becomingmore and more a part of mylife.I recently went to a doctor’soffice I hadn’t been tobefore and had to fill out theobligatory forms. They werereally nice and sent me apacket in the mail to fill outin advance so I wouldn’thave to do it in the waitingroom. I spent over an houron that packet in the comfortof my recliner.At the office, I turned thepacket in at the desk andthen had nothing to keep meoccupied for the next hour.Once I was escorted backto the exam room, a lovelyBRIDGEPORT GUNSGUNS AMMO&CHL Renewal Class(Must Pre-register)Thursday, February 21 • 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.New Applicant Classyoung medical person spentthe next 30minutes askingme mostof the sameq u e s t i o n sI had answeredon paperalready.LifeIt was allMatters worth it, however,whenshe lookedat me (with a straight face)and said, “Are you over 40?”Bless her! She didn’t haveto ask that question. Shecould have answered thequestion correctly by justlooking at my white-whiskeredface. I told her hownice she was to ask. Shetold me she had to.Fast forward one week,and I had just finished acheck-up at another doctor’soffice. I stopped by agrocery store that I likesince I was in the big cityfor the day. At the checkoutline, the young lady whowas bagging my groceriesbegan making small talk.She asked what I was doingfor the day. I told her I wasjust out running around.“Are you retired?” she askedme.Am I what? Seriously?Only a few days earliersomeone actually had toask me if I was over 40! ISunday, February 24 • 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.• Buy• Sell• TradeConsignments Welcome!New & Used Guns • Reloading Supplies • Gunsmithing • Bluing1691 W. US Hwy. 380 • Bridgeport • 940-683-1777www.bridgeportgunsandammo.comhope that whipper-snapperenjoys sacking groceries,because her observationaland conversational skillsare not conducive to careeradvancement!Actually, I thought it waspretty funny, and I enjoyedthe interaction. I’m reallynot interested in slowingthe aging process or tryingto look younger than I am.But I am interested in demonstratingto every generationthe joy that comes inknowing that your life mattersto God.Mrs. Sweetie and I weretalking to a teenager atchurch a few days ago. Wesaid something about being940-627-5987WWW.WCMESSENGER.COMNEWS@WCMESSENGER.COMADS@WCMESSENGER.COMold folks. She told us, “Yeah,but you’re cool old folks.”Am I what? Yeah, morethan half-full.Dr. Gerry Lewis is directorof missions for the HarvestBaptist Association,which is headquartered inDecatur.“Life On The Ridge”...It’s Enough ToMake You Smile!Visit our website: www.GovernorsRidge.comOr call for information – we’d love to have you drop by!(940) 627-1104 Decatur, TX Texas State License #132992Direct Satellite Internet & TV940-683-0090 • 866.571.0003www.dsit.usUp To 12 MBPS!!!Owned and operated by Larry & Ida KirbyBus. 380 West • Decatur, TXHours: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.Sat. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Sun. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.Phone: 940-627-6466DECATURTAX FORMS HERE940-627-9000The Prada Shops • 1650 S FM 51Shop 40,000 Items on-linewith next day deliverywww.iCopyofficeSupply.comGRAPHIC DESIGN • PRINT • OFFICE SUPPLY • FURNITURE • CLEANING & BREAK ROOM SUPPLIES

Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER 5Quality Counts and the Six Pillars of CharacterBY CHRISSY KARRERIt’s here! The beginning ofthe stock show season hasofficially arrived with thekickoff of the Fort WorthStock Show. Wise County4-H and FFA members willtravel down the road to FortWorth, Houston, San Antonio,Austin and San Angelothis spring and will end theseason at our very own WiseCounty Youth Fair.The youth in the barns areambassadors of agriculture— they are usually the firstthing the public sees as theyare walking through the differentspecies. This is whyQuality Counts educationis important and that themessage they are sharing ispositive and welcoming.Quality Counts is a curriculumthat teaches youthlivestock exhibitors characterand quality assurance.Quality Counts is designedaround the Six Pillars ofCharacter created by the JosephsonInstitute of Ethics.The Six Pillars are: Trustworthiness,Respect, Responsibility,Fairness, Caringand Citizenship. QualityCounts takes each pillar andrelates it to how youth livestockexhibitors can developand use these traits withtheir livestock projects. Tobetter understand how thisis done, let’s look at each pillarand how it relates to ayouth livestock project.TrustworthinessTrustworthiness can beexhibited in youth livestockprojects in many ways. Alivestock exhibitor demonstratesthat they are trustworthywhen they do thingsas simple as accurately recordingbirth and possessiondates, meeting all obligationswiththeir projectsand acceptingthe responsibilityFocuson 4-Hthat comeswith a livestockproject.RespectTo be respectful,livestockexhibitors live by theGolden Rule by treating otherexhibitors, spectators andjudges, as they would liketo be treated. Other waysof showing respect includelistening to parents and advisers,valuing and honoringothers’ opinions and takingproper care of your animal.ResponsibilityA responsible exhibitorwill develop the knowledge,skills and judgment aboutthe desired characteristicsof their animal and how toprepare it for the show. A responsibleexhibitor will alsodo each job as well as it canbe done, be a role model forpeers and other exhibitorsand keep record books upto-date.FairnessLivestock exhibitors canshow fairness by treatingall people fairly. This meansthat they listen to others’ideas and try to understandtheir feelings, live up to allagreements and refuse tolet personal preferences orprejudices get in the way ofmaking a fair decision.CaringOften, caring can bethought of as one of themost important pillars. Ifwe do not care, then whyare we involved in livestockprojects? A caring exhibitortreats animals humanelyat all times, sharesresources with others andis not cruel or insensitivetoward other people.CitizenshipAn exhibitor can showgood citizenship by obeyingthe rules of the show;promoting good characterwithin their clubs, chapters,and communities; andby protecting the environmentduring the raising oftheir project. Citizenshipshould be shown to theprojects (animals) as wellas people.While these are some briefways that the six pillars arereflected in livestock projects,let us remind you thatthere are many more. Inaddition, many of the traitsthat are under one pillarare interchangeable withanother pillar. 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6 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013NEWS BRIEFSContinued from page 3including fees, visit www.bridgeportyouthassoc.comor email emccomis@yahoo.com.CHICOTEXT NOTIFICATIONS —Mayor J.D. Clark is usingan app, Remind 101, tocommunicate with thecitizens of Chico via text.Those who sign up for thefree service will receivereminders about councilmeetings, emergencyinformation and weatherrelatedclosings. If youwould like to sign up, text“@chicotexas” to 754-227-3592.DECATURMEET THE LIBRARIAN— The Decatur PublicLibrary Board andFoundation invite thepublic to meet new librarydirector Pat Peters at areception 3 to 5:30 p.m.Tuesday, Feb. 5, at thelibrary. Light refreshmentswill be served.DIAMOND RAFFLE — TheDecatur Woman’s Clubis selling raffle ticketsfor a 1.75-carat diamondpendant necklace, setin 14-karat gold. Cost is$10 each, and tickets canbe purchased from anymember through Feb. 8.The drawing will be Feb. 12and the winner awarded byValentine’s Day. Proceedsbenefit Butterfield StageStop Historical Marker,Bridgeport Womens’ PrisonMinistry, Wise Hope Houseand Decatur EducationalFoundation.BASEBALL SIGN-UPS— There is still time tosign up to play with theDecatur Baseball League.Register online at www.decaturbaseballleague.com. Deadline is Saturday,Feb. 2.DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE— The Decatur JuniorWoman’s Club DaddyDaughter Dance is 6 to8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb.2, at the Decatur CivicCenter. This year’s UnderThe Sea-themed eventincludes dancing, raffleprizes, portraits (for $15)and heavy hors d’oeuvres.Rick’s AutoREPAIR & TOWINGGeneral Automotive Repair, Brakes,Tune-Ups,A/C Service, State & DOT Inspections3280 S. Hwy 101, Bridgeport940-683-3720All proceeds benefit CASA,Raquel’s Wings For Life,Wise Choices PregnancyResource Center andWise County ChristianCounseling.BOOK CLUB — TheIntergenerational BookClub at McCarroll MiddleSchool meets 8:30 a.m.Friday, Feb. 1, in theseventh-and eighth-gradelibrary. They will discuss“Wonder.”SHOT CLINIC — TexasDepartment of State HealthServices is hosting animmunization clinic 9:30to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12, atthe First United MethodistChurch Fellowship Hall,Upper Room, 104 S. Miller,in Decatur. A parent mustbe present with the child’sshot records. For moreinformation, call 940-665-6397.Now Open504 FM 718 • Newark$4.99Enchilada Combo with Drink(2 enchiladas, rice and beans)Expires 2/13/13WISE COUNTYSACK SENIOR HUNGER— Instead of eating outfor lunch Thursday, Jan.31, the Wise CountyCommittee on Agingencourages communitymembers to bring theirlunch from home anddonate what would bespent by dining out to acirculated paper sack aspart of the Sack SeniorHunger fundraiser. For asack to pass around yourworkplace, call Megan at940-626-0586. Read morein today’s main edition ofthe Messenger.MOM GROUP — WiseMoms, a mommy-and-megroup for mothers andtheir preschoolers (infantsto age 5) meets 10 a.m.to noon Friday, Feb. 1, atThe River Church, 1901S.Trinity, in Decatur. Thegroup provides a placefor Wise County moms toconnect while their kids*With Coupon • No Substitutions • Good from 11 am - 4 pm • Newark Location Only817-489-1885Hours: Tues. - Sat. 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.Sun. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Closed Mondaysenjoy on-site activities.Call Holly Chapman formore information at 940-577-1580 or email her athollyelizabethc@gmail.com.LVN-RN NURSINGPROGRAM — WeatherfordCollege Wise County isaccepting applications forthe licensed vocationalnursing to registerednursing program throughJan. 31. The one-yearprogram begins in May.Information packetsand applications can beobtained in person on theWCWC campus, by phoneat 940-627-2690 or byemail at wisecounty@wc.edu.HABITAT ORIENTATION— Trinity Habitat forWE FINANCE • WE FINANCE • WE FINANCE • WE FINANCE • WE FINANCE • WE FINANCEBUY HERE - PAY HERE • BUY HERE - PAY HERE • BUY HERE - PAY HEREBADCREDITOKBishop’sWISE CAR & TRUCK CO.E-ZTerms940-683-1999 • 1110 Hovey St.BRIDGEPORT, TEXAS“YOUR JOB IS YOUR CREDIT”2 LOCATIONS TO CHOOSE FROM195 00*2008 CHEVY MALIBU188 00*STK#08CH7977$14,995.00+TTL - W.A.CSTK#05F08099TAX TIMEBLOWOUTSTK#04CH6219172 002004 CHEVY THAOESTK#08HY03302005 FORD F1502008 HYUNDAI SONATA$13,495.00+TTL - W.A.C* All payments semi-monthly and based on $1,500.00 plus T.T.L Downand 19.9% A.P.R. for 48 months W.A.C.$13,995.00+TTL - W.A.CHumanity will havehomeowner orientations10 a.m. Saturdays, Feb.2, and March 2, at FirstUnited Methodist Churchin Bridgeport, 608 17thSt. Those interested inbuilding and owning a homethrough the organizationare welcome to attend themeetings. For information,visit www.trinityhabitat.orgor call 817-926-9219, ext.116.REMEMBER NOT TOFORGET — The NorthCentral Texas chapter ofthe Alzheimer’s Associationmeets 10 a.m. to noonThursday, Feb. 7, at theDecatur Civic Center.Guest speaker Bert HayslipSee Briefs on page 7$12,995.00+TTL - W.A.CBUY HERE - PAY HERE • BUY HERE - PAY HERE • BUY HERE - PAY HERE*180 00*WE FINANCE • WE FINANCE • WE FINANCE • WE FINANCE • WE FINANCE • WE FINANCEAdvanced heart care hasarrived in McKinney.You’re invited to help uscelebrate!THE HEART HOSPITAL Baylor Plano’s Center for Advanced Cardiovascular Care (CACC) invites you to celebratewith us on Thursday, January 31 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. as we officially open our doors. Take a tour through the entire facility and see how our newoutpatient setting offers specialized heart care. Meet our physician leaders and clinical staff who candescribe how they team with your referring physician tosupport your cardiovascular needs. Enjoy light hors d’oeurves and beverages as you learnabout our services for heart failure, vascular/limb disorders,and heart rhythm conditions. Take home a small complimentary gift and heart healthliterature.To RSVP, call 1.800.4BAYLOR. Learn more at TheHeartHospitalBaylor.com/CACCMcKinney.Lake Forest Dr.W. University Dr. Hwy 380Central Expressway US755236 W. University Dr., Physician Office Building ISuite 4400, McKinney, Texas 75071Notice Regarding Physician Ownership: THE HEART HOSPITAL Baylor Plano is a hospital in which physicians have an ownershipor investment interest. The list of the physician owners or investors is available to you upon request.Physicians are members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Health Care System’s subsidiary, community or affiliated medical centersand are neither employees nor agents of those medical centers, THE HEART HOSPITAL Baylor Plano or Baylor Health Care System.©2013 Baylor Health Care System BID THHBP_520 1.13

Do Well, Be Well withDiabetes classes offeredBY TANYA DAVISTexas A&M AgriLifeExtension Service – WiseCounty together with Angel’sCare Home Healthand the Wise County ExtensionDiabetes Coalitionare planning Do Well, BeWell with Diabetes. Thefive-week program begins9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb.19, at the Wise County ExtensionOffice, 206 S. StateSt., in Decatur. Other classdates will be Tuesdays, Feb.26 and March 5, 12, and 19.Each session is differentand will be presented byhealth professionals.The five-week series targetspeople with type 2diabetes. Participants willlearn the skills they needto understand and managetheir diabetes, reduce theirrisks for complications andlearn how to attain theirhighest possible level ofwellness. This programaims to help people controltheir diabetes rather thanletting the disease controlthem.The curriculum/sessions wewill cover include: What isdiabetes?WiseNotes forConsumers Nutrition:Firststep to diabetesmanagement One diabetes diet, nolonger the sole option Managing your bloodglucose Nutrition labels Diabetes and exercise For good measure athome and eating out Diabetes medicines Preventing and managingcomplicationswww.wcmessenger.com/businessdirectoryDecatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER 7These classes are based onthe latest research and meetthe current national standardsof the American DiabetesAssociation. It is importantto be aware that classesare not meant to substitutethe care by a physician. Everyonewith diabetes shouldsee a doctor regularly.I encourage you to callthe Extension office todayso that you can take controlof managing your diabetes.Registration fee is $25,which covers the cost of publicationspurchased for thisprogram. To sign up, call theExtension office at 940-627-3341 or stop by the office at206 S. State, Suite A, in Decatur.Continued from page 6with the University of NorthTexas will discuss factorsthat influence a person’sability to remember andspecific techniques formemory improvement.There is no charge, butregistration is stronglyencouraged by calling 800-272-3900.SAVING COINS — WiseCounty Animal Sheltervolunteers are asking peopleto save their loose changeto benefit the shelter’s spayand neuter fund. To help,bring any change you havecollected to the adoptionevent Saturday, March 2, atTractor Supply in Decatur.NORTHWEST ISDSTAAR MEETING — AWho 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.NEWS BRIEFSSTAAR/EOC informationalmeeting for parents is6:30 p.m. Thursday,Jan. 31, at NorthwestHigh School Per formingArts Center. A student’sscore on the STAAREnd-of-Course examcould determine theirgraduation plan andwhether or not they areeligible for a four-yearuniversity. Each meetingwill share informationregarding graduationrequirements for studentsin eighth through tenthgrades.STEM COMMUNITYREVEAL — Students ofthe Academy of Science,Technology, Engineeringand Mathematics willhost the fourth annualCommunity Reveal 6:30to 8:30 p.m. Thursday,Jan. 31, in the StudentUnion at Northwest HighSchool, 2301 TexanDr., in Justin. Freshmenstudents will presenttheir School of the Futuredesigns and models.NAMING SCHOOLS —Nominate names forelementary school No.17 and comprehensivehigh school No. 3 nowthrough Feb. 7 at www.nisdtx.org/schoolnames.After a namingcommittee reviews therecommendations, theNISD School Board willvote on the names at itsmeeting March 18.See Briefs on page 8How to Remember Not to Forget:Improving Your MemoryJoin the Alzheimer’s Association - North CentralTexas Chapter for this community educationprogram. The program will explore whatmemory in adulthood and later life is and is not,as well as the many factors which influence ourability to remember. Specific techniques formemory improvement will be discussed.(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. FM 51, SUITE 300 • DECATURGuest Speaker: Bert Hayslip, PhDUniversity of North TexasThursday, February 7, 2013 • 10 am to noonDecatur Civic Center2010 West US 380 • Decatur, TX 76234There is no charge. Registration is encouraged.Please call 800-272-3900 to register.US287 SOUTH IN DECATUR JamesWood.com 940-627-2177 • 817-430-0600AMERICAN OR IMPORT...Wood PRE-OWNED Has The BEST of BOTH!INVEST Your Tax Refundin Quality TransportationDavid WestCarlos InfanteMike Wheat1000Vehicles AvailableCathy SpurgeonKenny NelsonRandy WilliamsTerron Pullman“Your Income Is Your Credit”“TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR TRADE-IN!”“Ask About Our PRE-OWNED Warranties”

8 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013NEWS BRIEFSContinued from page 7PARENT SURVEY —Provide valuable feedbackby completing theNorthwest ISD 2012-2013Parent Survey that willbe sent to parent emailaddresses Feb. 4–15. Call817-215-0171 to request ahard copy. Computers arealso available for use atyour child’s campus.TECHNOLOGY EXPO — TheNorthwest ISD Techno Expois 5 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday,Feb. 28, at Byron NelsonHigh School, 2775 BobcatBlvd., in Trophy Club.Students will demonstratetheir use of technologyin the classroom — fromanimation and digital videoto multimedia and websitedesign — during a seriesof more than 300 breakoutsessions and presentationsbeginning at 6:30 p.m.Dinner will be served bystudents in the district’sAcademy of Culinary Artsand Hospitality 5 to 7 p.m.,and musical performanceswill be provided by NISDfine arts students. Doorprizes will be given awayat the conclusion of theevent.VOLUNTEERS NEEDED— NISD Partners inEducation program seeksvolunteers to read theirWise County Tax TipsGREAT TIP FOR YOUR 2012 TAXESfavorite children’s book tokindergarten through fifthgradestudents for the fifthannual Northwest Reads 9to 10 a.m. Friday, March 1.A new year is here and with it, new tax laws. Here are some suggestions about the best ways to navigate those new laws to make sure 2012 is yourbest tax year ever. While April 2013 may seem like a long time away, in the world of taxes it’s just around the corner. What you do now could determinethe kind of tax year you have in 2012. And with a number of lucrative tax benefi ts set to expire this year, there’s no better time to take action.MACK THWEATT/WCMESSENGERDUDE LOOKS LIKE A LADY — Austin Gaskins (left) pulled out all the stops to participatein the Miss Alvord High School contest last week. 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Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER 9Inside the FrameFinding your elementJOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERY BRANDON EVANS“Don’t you realize that theea is the home of water?ll water is off on a journeynless it’s in the sea, andt’s homesick, and bound toake its way home someay.”— Zora Neale HurstonLight from the scoreboardreflects off rippling bluewater like fresh, pink-redblood. The swimmer movesshark-like through it.Wearing a mercurialshroud, his human body,already 60 percent water,shimmers and breaks likea fragile shell around life,completing the transformation.He swims forward,backward through thedepths of evolutionary history.A primitive creatureshifts swift through wavesunder strobe lightningflashes, beneath the redglow of volcanoes eruptingthrough seas.He moves smooth as molecules.Now, moving faster,breaking apart like wavesinto water, and finally, baseelements.Our roaming photographercaptured this imageat a recent swim meet inDenton. The light from thescoreboard provided a redframe on the water for theportrait. He waited until aDecatur swimmer movedthrough the perfect spot.The water shrouding theswimmer added intrigue tothe shot. Swimmer and photogboth got closer to homein their respective elements.Income Tax TimeBUYHERE!HEREat Wise PreOwned in DecaturDIVORCE - No Problem!PAST REPOSESSIONS - No Problem!BANKRUPTCY - No Problem!PAYHere!at Wise PreOwned, Your Job is your CREDIT!2008 Pontiac Grand PrixMid-sized$Sedan with great handling.90*Week$8,900+TT&L W.A.C.2008 Toyota TacomaGreat$mid-sized truck. Clean.139*Week$13,900+TT&L W.A.C.2007 GMC Envoy$Low miles. Very clean.129*Week$12,900+TT&L W.A.C.Open: Monday - Friday 8-6 and Saturday 9-2311 U. S. Hwy. 287 North in Decatur$500 Down on select cars.All payments are weekly.$1,500 Cash down plus tt&l36 months @ 18% apr WAC.(across from Karl Klement Dodge)940-627-51642006 F-150 Super CabGood$looking truck. Side rails.110*Week$10,900+TT&L W.A.C.Over 150 Units in Stock!*Plus Tax,Title and License.

®MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE10 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013WISE 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 wordsREAL ESTATE FOR SALEAcreage15 ACRES IN GREENWOODTrees, private pasture, year-roundcreek, abundant wildlife. Electric toproperty, gorgeous building site.$97,500. (817)703-4653, Realtor.5 acres, investors welcome in subdivisionsouth of Decatur, betweenFM 730 & Highway 287. MobilesOK. 3 front acres ready for use now,3 rental spaces on back 2 acres,$65,000. $25,000 cash and sellerremains on back 2 acres for 16years, for the balance of $40,000.(940)273-9571.88 ACRES, CRAFTONCR1990. With well, electricity,tanks, and old mobile home. Pleasecall (817)319-3240.BEAUTIFUL 40 ACRES8milessouthDecatur,offFM730South. Great homesites. Will possiblydivide into 10 acre tracts.(817)929-2716.Condos/town homes7condosforsaleinRunawayBay.$297,000. Current rents$4,300/month. Call Dusty,(817)521-8242.Homes3/2 house for sale, 1701 Halsell,Bridgeport. $63,000. Call Donna,(940)389-1615.BIG HOUSE ON PRAIRIE4-bedroom, 2-bath, 2-living areas.Acreage with pipe fencing.$299/down, $669/month. Very EZqualify. (940)294-6398.Brand new 4-bedroom, 1,929square foot on 2.8 acres w/attachedcarport. 0 down financing available.Decatur ISD. (940)202-7911.HIGHWAY 380(Decatur/Bridgeport), 3-bedroom,2-bath, WBFP, 2 sheds, large workshop,fruit trees, garden area, all on1.7 acres. Too many extras to list.Price reduced to $139,500. Dave,(817)223-5181.KOZY KOTTAGE3-bedroom, 2-bath, acres. Largekitchen, glamour bath. $501/down,$697/month. Very EZ qualify.(940)294-6398.MAKE A RESOLUTIONto buy a beautiful new house in theNew Year! 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath,4-car garage plus office on 3 acresfor sale. 30x40’ storage building canfit RV, trailer, boat, etc. $265,500.Meadowbrook Subdivision. Call(972)418-5189.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:NEW BRICK CUSTOM HOME!!$1,199/month. 100% financing andtrade-in program. South MartinBranch/Decatur and Runaway Baylocations. (817)733-3444.New brick home. 100% financing orlease to own available.(817)925-9816.NEW CONSTRUCTION4/2/4, Decatur schools. 5 acres,beautiful country living.(817)691-6601, Dan.New construction! 4-bedroom w/attachedcarport on 2 acres. 0 downfinancing available. (940)202-7911.New Homes in Decatur, TXTOTAL PAYMENT as low as $939moZERO DOWN with Good CreditAvailable on up to 2.7 acres300 PR 4435, Rhome, TX1516 Sq. Ft., 4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2 Acres389 Mesa Ridge Dr., Decatur, TX1929 Sq. Ft., 4 Bed, 2 Bath, 2.8 Acres★Ask Us About BuildOn Your Lot3, 4 or 5 Bedroom, BlackWhirlpool Appliances, RadiantBarrier, Energy Efficient,14 SEER A/C, 42”Overhead Wood Cabinets,Thermal Pane WindowsLoneTide Homes is the Premier Home Builder ofAffordable Homes in Texas. LongTide Homes is the“Builder Of Choice” for Families looking for aquality new home at an affordable price.www.LongTideHomes.comCall Today: 940-595-1642This 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 HOUSINGOPPORTUNITY★Refurbished 5/3 on 2 acres. Newpaint, carpet, and appliance packageincluded. No restrictions. NorthwestISD. (940)202-7911.SACRIFICED PRICEfor quick sale, thousand’s belowmarket value. 10 acres w/recentlyupdated Town & Country doublewide, garage, frontage on FM 2264.Broker, (940)389-6515.www.thelink4u.com.LotsNEW CONSTRUCTION4/2/2, Runaway Bay. $169k.(817)691-6601, Dan.Mobile HomesBANK REPOSK&P Homes, Inc. (817)677-3446.Lic. #35875.1205 Halsell St, Bridgeport • 940-683-4008Fred Meyers, BrokerMike Jones, Realtor 940-393-5229Jared McComis, Realtor • 940-399-75301507 16th St.-This 3/2 frame home situated on a corner lots with lots of possibities in it. This homefeatures 2 living rooms, dress shop that could be turned into a master bedroom or exercise room,lots of storage, needs some TLC but not much. Priced at $99,500 and possible owner finance.144 Nottingham-Nice 3/2/2 brick home that needs some TLC that could be a showplace situatedin an established neighborhood with minimal traffic. Open living & dining area with tile and carpet,large lot with scattered trees would be perfect for a young family or a retired couple. $114,500Lawdwin Street-Looking to build in the city limits of Bridgeport, 12 residential lots with scatteredtrees, in a quiet neighborhood and minutes to everything. Priced at $80,000CR 3214-Looking for seclusion to build your dream home on, here it is. 438.50 +/- acres that isheavily treed, pasture and partially cultivated & river frontage. $5,950/acre Ask for Mike Jones.5660 Littlefield Dr. –Custom2-story4/3.5/2on1.16acresinWestoverRanchinDentonCounty,features custom tile floors, wood floor in dining room, and 30x20 covered patio with outdoorkitchen-great for entertaining. $285,000 Ask for Mike Jones513 Port O Call-Commercial building with lots of possibilities-1st bldg is open with commercialequipped kitchen & 2nd building is original church with Sanctuary & classrooms, handicapaccessible. All sets on 3.77 +/- acres $450,0001711 Boston Ave-Extremely well kept 3/2/2 brick home in a great location to schools andshopping. Would make a great retirement or 1st time home. Priced at $119,000HERITAGE MOBILE HOMES650 S. Main, Jacksboro. Year endclearance sale. Save thousands!Call (940)567-6111. RI36520.NEW CHAMPION DOUBLE WIDESLowest prices in Texas. K&PHomes, Inc. (817)677-3446, Lic.#35875.OWNER FINANCEMobile homes, Newark. No creditneeded. Low down, low payments.(817)975-1798.RBMOBILEHOMES.COMMove, set-ups, re-levels. In & out ofstate. Licensed, bonded, insured.Repos. Free estimates.(940)683-5547. RBI #36191.REFURBISHED DOUBLE WIDESFinancing available. K&P Homes,Inc. (817)677-3446. Lic. #35875.RENTAApartmentsRENTALSCabins & efficiency apartments forrent, including some as low as$500/month w/all bills paid. Boydarea. Excellent location.(940)433-3133.MOVE-IN SPECIAL2/1 apartment in Chico.$500/month. No pets. Call(940)644-2713 or (817)929-1930.Business property• Apartments • BusinessProperty • Condos/TownHomes • Duplex Housing• Homes • Mobile Homes •Rooms • Roommate Wanted• Spaces & Lots • For Lease •Wanted to Rent • Wanted toLease • Facilities • StorageBuildings4,000 square foot commercial buildingfor lease, Paradise, Highway114 frontage. Good for restaurant,office, retail, etc. Serious inquiriesonly. (940)683-4933.Quail Run ApartmentsOne and Two BedroomsWater, Sewer & Trash PaidOnsite Laundry Facility1906 S. College Ave.Decatur, TX 76234940-627-7177quailrun@fdimgt.comCOMMERCIAL, RETAIL1111 Halsell Street, (downtown)Bridgeport. 1,600 square feet,restrooms, additional parking inrear. $700/month, $600/deposit.(817)988-3530.Condos, town homes1/1 condo. Newly remodeled. RunawayBay, close to lake and pool.$600/month. (940)399-8880.3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 2-story condofor lease at Great House Village,123 Emma Call Court, Decatur.$1,500/month plus deposit. CallJoe, (817)999-3141.Condo for rent, Runaway Bay.1-bedroom, unfurnished, all appliances,including washer/dryer. HOApool. Deposit required.(940)393-2968, (940)683-4034.LAKEFRONT CONDO2/2, upstairs, Harbor Shores. Boatramp, golf course close by. Pool access.$775/month, $600/deposit. Nopets/smoking. (817)988-3530.Runaway Bay condo, 1-bedroom,downstairs, all tile flooring, poolside, all appliances includingwasher/dryer. $560/month. Low deposit!(940)626-9603.Runaway Bay, 1-bedroom condo.Donna, (940)389-1615.Duplexes2 duplexes, 3-bedroom, Bridgeportand Decatur. Donna,(940)389-1615.3-bedroom, 2-bath duplex. 800 N.Main, Lake Bridgeport. $850/month,includes water. $750/deposit, additionalpet deposit. Pets OK.(940)393-8664, (940)393-1180.NICE, NICE, NICE!3-bedroom, 2-bath, 2-car garage,Runaway Bay. Available now.$900/month plus utilities, plus deposit.(817)247-0122 after 10a.m.Community RoomHandicap UnitsAll Electric“This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”SPACE FOR LEASEGreat Commercial Building inDowntown Decatur10,000 sq. ft. space in the HEARTof the best restaurants & shops inWise County. Located behindFuzzy’s Taco Shop, this buildingis perfect for retail, office,galleries or restaurants.Comes with plenty ofPRIVATE ASPHALT PARKINGOwner may subdivide & build-to-suitBROKERS WELCOMEDMark Moran - Owner/AgentNortex Realty – 940-704-7212Bridgeport, for lease, 2 large units.3/2 and 2/2. Newer, best area, includesrefrigerator, stove, dishwasher,central AC, separate laundry,huge closets. $850/$695 plusdeposit. No pets/smoking. Credit,background, references required.By appointment, (940)627-5859.For rent, 2-bedroom, 1-bath duplexin Alvord. Washer/dryer connections.$650/month. (940)393-0696.RHOME, AVAILABLE NOW!2/2 w/new carpet, paint/blinds. Appliances/lawncare included. Coveredparking/storage. No smoking.Some pets OK. $795/month,$750/deposit. Owner/agent,(940)399-3900.HomesSpenceProperties.com1509 N. Bus. 287Decatur - 2/1$895/month $500/deposit402 E. AshDecatur - 3/2/1$1,050/month $500/deposit817-825-46472/1 mobile home on 5 acres. 207CR4713 off FM 407, Justin area.$650/month + $600/deposit.(940)482-3909 or (817)300-6357.3-bedroom, 2-bath home, CR1300,Bridgeport. carport & storage.$900/month. Pets allowed by approval.Leave message at(940)383-2783.FREEQUOTESCUSTOM HOMES •REMODELS• •ADDITIONS• We build every home as if it’s our own! Your Lot or OursSue Ann Denton, Inc.940-627-1361www.dougparrhomes.comDecatur1606 W. Bus. 380940-627-30803/2 brick for lease, 504 N. Cates,Decatur. Available in February. Nosmoking, $850/month plus deposit,references required. (940)627-2244.4-bedroom, 2-bath, 2-living areas, inNew Fairview area. (940)969-6085or (940)393-1103.BOYD AREA3/2 brick on 1 acre, CH/A,washer/dryer connections, all electric,over 1,500 square feet.$1,050/month. (940)393-3129.Bridgeport, 3/2/2 brick home, fencedyard, fireplace, remodeled. KnottinghamCircle, nice neighborhood.$1,100/month, $1,100/deposit.(940)255-3883.Chico country home, unfurnished,3/2/2. 2 rental references plus$500/deposit. (940)389-0917.HOUSE FOR RENT, BOYD2-bedroom, 1-bath, large rooms,large yard, pleasant area, near elementaryschool. No dogs, referencesrequired $550/month,$275/deposit. (940)433-5126.Like new 3/2/2, 1603 McDonald,Decatur. 1-year lease, references.$1,100/month, $1,000/deposit (including$45 non-refundable creditcheck). (940)627-5651 after 6p.m.Like new, completely furnished logcabin, city limits of BRIDGEPORT,on 35 acres, country environment.$650/month, with opportunity attimes for rent reduction. NO PETS,NO SMOKING. VERY QUIET.(940)210-3126.NEAR DECATUR SQUARE501 N. Church. Slate & hardwoodfloors, stainless steel kitchen appliances,2 large living areas, diningroom,2-large bedrooms w/oversizedclosets, 2-bath. Fenced yard.$1,500/month plus electric.Furshished negotiable.(817)505-6886,jamiekmiller1@yahoo.com.Rhome817-638-5100Bridgeport192 W. Hwy. 380940-683-3080•JanaBearden•JayConquest•RebeccaDavis•JoeyDuncan•SueAnnDenton•CindyGrommesh•BobGrommesh•KimHolt•SteveJones•AngieKasner•JaneKasner•RobertMeek•SueMeek•TonyaShaffer•KayStanfield•AngieUseltonBridgeport- Just listed! Quaint and Cozy 3/2.1/2brick home nestled in mature trees on 2.5 lots inGreat neighborhood. This home offer a huge mastersuite, split bedrooms, sunroom or second living,game or craft room, WBFP and large storage building.Lake Bridgeport- Just reduced! Beautiful 2 story brickhome in Easy Bay Estates on Lake Bridgeport. Spaciousrooms and large windows with panoramic views of thelake. There is game room, bedroom and bath upstairs. Theliving area and kitchen is open concept. Home has a saferoom accessible thru master closet.Alvord- Just reduced! This frame home has had some updates over the years such as new windows.Laminate floors and good use of limited space. Fenced back yard, open patio, and small storage unit.Decatur- Just listed! See for miles on top of this 14+ acres. Perfect building spot ready for your home. Landhas septic, water well and utilities. Gently sloping land fronts CR 3170 and has cluster of trees. Partiallyfenced. Back part of land open for your recreation. Small barn on property. Separate fenced area perfectfor horses with water supply on NW side of property. Close to town and Young Elementary. No City taxes.Runaway Bay- Just reduced! This custom brick home is nestled back in the trees and features a separate672 sq ft guest house. All bedrooms are large, great closets, large kitchen and dining rooms which openinto the living room. Great trees, small pond in the front, walking distance to city pool. All of this on 2 acres,set out with 3-rail white fence.Alvord- Owner Financing! Great location in ALVORD ISD!!!! Come make your country living dreams areality on this 10 acre property with tons of oak trees and beautiful building sites. Property is fenced withgood fencing on 3 sides and partial fencing on road front. Lots of road frontage and close to part of thegrasslands.Bridgeport- Just listed! Nice traffic flow and visibility on this commercial property. It was once an alternatorshop with small office and roll up door. Good electricity to run large machines. Fenced rear yard and oldmobile of no value. Smaller office building up front. Fireworks stand convey but not the large billboard. Allequipment goes with shop.Beautiful Lake Bridgeport, Runaway Bay, Briar Crossing, North Star Pointe, Moonlight Bay,Sunset Bay, Silver Lakes, Bridgeport Airport Estates, Lake House Estates- A large variety of lakelots and waterfront lots available. Call our office first!SMARTER • BOLDER • FASTERWise County’s#1 Real Estate Company(per MLS statistical data)www.century21sueanndenton.com

WISECOUNTYMESSENGERALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 11REAL ESTATE FOR SALE OR RENTEMPLOYMENTNice 2-bedroom, 1-bath, brick homefor rent in Rhome. Call Becki,(817)307-3709.Storage BuildingsRemodeled, 1-bedroom, 1-bath, privacyfence, 2-car carport w/largeshop.Includes appliances. Co-opelectricity. No pets/smoking.$675/month plus deposit.(940)683-3737, (940)389-2717;brittdoty@embarqmail.com.Rhome, for lease, 2/1. Enclosedparking, refrigerator, new paint,fence yard, storage building, additionalparking available $850/month,$700/deposit. Call (817)614-5260.Rhome/Boyd, could be 3-bedroom.$800/month plus $800/deposit.Available 2-1-13. No pets.(940)433-5875.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.2/1 CH/A, brick garage, storagebuilding, washer/dryer included. On1acre,NEofDecatur.$625/month.(940)466-9702.3-bedroom, 1.5-bath on 1 acre.CH/A, new floors, workshop, coveredporches, fenced. Water included,$675/month. 13 miles to Decatur.(940)466-9702.3/2 double wide on 3 acres. Sell orrent. Boyd ISD. (817)281-4311 or(817)422-3023.3/2 single wide, appliances,washer/dryer connections. 7 milessouth Decatur off FM 730. No pets,references. $650/month, lease,$600/deposit. (940)255-0048.Boyd area mobile home, 3/2, refurbished.No pets, no smoking.$700/month, $300/deposit.(940)433-2408.Roommate wantedBedroom for rent/roommate. 3-bedroomhouse on 4 acres in Alvord. 1horse and/or dog negotiable.$350/month. Call Larry,(817)480-3952.WELDERSLandmark Fabrication is hiringGas Metal and Flux-Corded Arc Weldersmust have solid work experience with impeccable safety record.These are full-time, direct hire positions at our Decatur facility.Please call Landmark for more information at 1-888-486-6888.EOE/AA M/F/D/VDECATUR SELF STORAGEVOTED BEST SELFREADER’SCHOICE STORAGE 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: 877-718-88752011-2012www.decaturselfstorage.netEMPLOYMENTEMPLOYMEmployment 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.Adult/Elderly CareNeed 2 live-in caregivers to care forelderly. Work 1 week on, 1 week off.Call Lisa, (940)389-8942 for details.Food service• Business Opportunity• Employment Information• Adult/Elderly Care• Childcare• Food Service • Medical/Dental • Miscellaneous• Offi ce • Retail/Sales• Trades • Work WantedWork while your kids are in school.Come to work after they go toschool. Be off before they get homefrom school. Monday-Friday lunch,all positions. Sweetie Pie’s Ribeyes,201 W. Main, Decatur. Apply9a.m.-6p.m., Mon.-Sat. EOE.Wendy’s in Decatur is hiring shiftmanagers with fast food experience.Apply in person, 1180 S. FM 51,Decatur.NOW HIRINGFULL TIME CAREGIVERS• Day and Night Shifts Available• Serving Wise & Surrounding CountiesApply in PersonMon., Wed. & Fri. • 9 am - 2 pm • 1204 N. Bus. 287 • Decatur .NOW HIRINGExperienced CookHigh volume restaurant looking toadd a cook to our team.Must be friendly & outgoing forour family restaurant.Apply within2025 NW. US Hwy 287 • Decatur940-627-8804Medical/DentalFront office position available in progressivedental practice. Our growingpractice is searching for amulti-talented person who has excellentpeople skills. The positioncalls for appointment scheduling,telephone skills, financial & bookkeepingability. We offer a challengingcareer opportunity in a team orientedenvironment. Fax resume to(940)627-1558.The Residences at Senior CareAssisted Living FacilityHIRINGPart-Time RNPlease Call940-683-5023 ext. 101orApply In Person At2108 15th St.,Bridgeport, TX 76426EEO M/F/D/VNOW HIRINGFull-TimeLICENSEDSOCIAL WORKERFull-TimeRN CASEMIX MANAGERApply in Person700 W. Hwy. 287 S. Bowie940-872-2283the GOLDSTANDARDin ClassifiedsEvery Weekendand Midweek.And only inRanch ForemanKarl Klement Peoperties is seeking afulltime Ranch Foreman to oversee700 plus acres.Apply in person to Jodi at605 North Bus. 287, Suite 102, Decatur, TX.LABOR POSITIONS AVAILABLEWater TransferDepartmentFull-time•QuarterlyBonuses•PaidVacationsandHolidays•ExcellentMedical,Dental,VisionandLifeInsurance•CompanyPaidLifeInsurance•Matching401(k)•SafetyBucks•FreeWellnessFairAnnually•$25monthGymReimbursementProgramContact Todd at 940-210-1897.EOECAREER OPPORTUNITYLooking for a particular type person.One who will take a personal interest in mybusiness. If you are willing to work, followinstructions, and can live on an average of$3000/month until your skills improve, I willtrain you well, pay you well, and will provideadvancement. Must be teachable and driven.Only quality men and women need apply.Call Colin Thomas 512-966-7972Call Wednesday & Thursday OnlyIF YOU ARENOT AFRAID TO ASKFOR THE SALE...THEN YOU NEED TO BE SELLING FOR KLEMENTCHRYSLER-JEEP-DODGE-RAM. While we do preferexperience, We Will Train the Outgoing Individual WhoLikes People and who is enthusiastic about Great EarningsPotential and a Five-Day Work Week.Apply in person to DON or HEATHEREQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER at 500 N. Hwy. 287, DecaturDiamond Tank RentalNOW HIRINGWinch Truck & Flat Bed DriversCDL Required. 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Locations in Cleburne,Weatherford, Bridgeport, Justin and Jacksboro.• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance• Drive locally only - 12-hour shifts• Company-Paid Life Insurance• Matching 401(k)rsrsminimumminimumage;age;verifiableverifiabledrivingdrivingexperience;rs minimum age; experience;CDL;CDL;you verifiableyouforforyour drivingyourexperience experience;experienceeeeeandandFamilyFamilyhealthhealthinsuranceCDL;insurancehifthiftpremiumpremiumhift youhiftbonus for your experiencebonus• 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 Quarterlyee and Family health insuranceCOFFMANTANK TRUCKS/FRONTIER OIL & GASNOW HIRINGQualifiedClass A CDL DriversMinimum 2 years driving experience.Excellent Benefits – Competitive WagesHealth Insurance • Dental/Vision InsuranceLife Insurance • Holiday Pay • 401(k)If you are an honest, hardworking individual seekingan established growing company apply within.NON-QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS NEED NOT APPLYrnernearea:area:817.925.5154Contact 940.393.5525 817.925.5154ScottDanny Scottor 817.925.5154 Jonhift eport premiumEOEeportarea:area:940.393.5525940.393.5525KirbyKirby503 W. 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12 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013EMPLOYMENTSERVICESFARM ANDRANCHSenior Care Health& Rehabilitation CenterNOW HIRINGfor the following position:• Full-time LVNs• PRN LVNsApply in person at 2108 15th St. • Bridgeport940-683-5023EEO-M/F/D/VNow hiring for the following position:• CNA2 -10 p.m.with $600 sign on bonusApply In Person At701 West Bennett Rd., DECATUR or call940-626-2800EEO M/F/D/VSeeking full-time medicalbiller/coder. Must have expereincein charge entry, payment postingand electronic billing. Must haveknowledge of CPT and ICD-9codes. Certification preferred.Please email your resume to:orthoclinic@gmail.com.MiscellaneousFront counter help. Must have HighSchool diploma or GED, have customerexperience & neat appearance.Paid vacation, holidays. Nophone calls. Pick up application inperson, Comet Cleaners, 1400 S.FM 51, Decatur.Elevating ExpectationsMAINTENANCE TECHNICIANLandmark Fabrication has an opening for aFacility Maintenance Technician.The technician is responsible for providing hands on repairs andmaintenance to facilities and equipment.Call Landmark for more information at 1-888-486-6888.or fax your resume to 817-230-2063EOE/AA M/F/D/VBayLanding is accepting applicationsfor full-time maintenance position,and housekeeping with benefits.If you like working outdoors andare a people person, you can pickup an application at Ranger Station,2305 West Highway 380, Bridgeport,Texas 76426. Backgroundchecks are done. Must be able towork week-ends and holidays. Call(940)683-3016.Customer service rep needed, Decatur.Starts at $12/hour. Must haveaccounting experience, 3-yearsminimum customer service experience.Please submit app to:www.prontostaffing.com.Full-time position for autodetailer/porter with ability to obtainstate inspection license. Currentstate inspection license a plus.9a.m.-7p.m., Mon.-Sat. Send resumeto:applications2job@yahoo.com.Full-time service tech needed towork on farm and constructionequipment. Health benefits, vacation,401K. Apply online at:www.hendershotequipment.com; orin person at 1841 North U.S. Highway287, Decatur.LaQuinta Inn and Suites in Decaturis hiring all positions. Please applyat the hotel. No phone calls please.NOW HIRINGAssistant Manager and other positionslisted on our website. Apply atMarket Place in Decatur orwww.marketplacegrocery.com.Part-time evening and weekendcleaning techs needed for work inWise County. Email work historyand contact information to:joinourteam@live.com.Production workers NEEDED, Decatur.Starts at $10/hour. MUSThave experience in factory. Pronto!Staffing. Please submit app to:www.prontostaffing.comR&B Mobile Homes is needing amobile home set-up person. CleanDL record, strong back. 40-60hours/week. Call (940)399-8876.Work & live in North Jack County,TX. Maintain houses, fences, pastures,feed cows. Welding, plumbing,electrical, carpentry experienceaplus.Call(817)371-9101formoreinformation.OfficeOffice AssistantAnswer phone, light accounting,data entry and ability to multi-task inafastpacedoffice.Applyinpersonto Jodi Dusek, HR Manager. KarlKlement Properties, Inc.; 605 N.Business 287, Suite 102, Decatur,TX. jdusek@klementford.com.Part-time office help. Data entry &general office skills. Apply in personto Jodi at Karl Klement Properties,Inc., 605 N. Business 287, Suite102, Decatur, TX.TELEMARKETER WANTEDPermanent position. Weekly pay.Must have excellent phone voice,active listening and comprehensiveskills. We will train qualified applicant.Alvord area. Call ONLY between10:30a.m. and 3:30p.m. orfax resume to (940)427-7465.Retail/Sales$17/HOURDenton County manufacturing outletaccepting applications for customerrelations representatives. Companyoffers paid vacation, benefits &sign-on bonus. Call The Human ResourcesDepartment on Sun.,1-4p.m.; Mon., Tues., Wed.,9a.m.-5p.m. at (940)498-2183.HIRING: PARTS COUNTERSPECIALISTAg, construction or auto parts experiencepreferred. Computer knowledge,communication skills and abilityto work in fast paced environmentis a must. Full-time, competitivepay, 401K, health insuranceand paid holidays. Apply online atwww.hendershotequipment.com.Looking for justthe right job?Wise County Messenger Classifieds Onlinewww.messenger.com/classNeed experienced parts person.Must be dependable, friendly, outgoing and want to work. Call Markat E&E Equipment, (817)237-6641.TradesE&EEQUIPMENTNOW HIRINGEXPERIENCEDFARM TRACTORPARTS PERSONMust be dependable,friendly, out goingand want to workCall Mark817-237-6641For an exciting careerin private sectorcorrections, considerthe industry leader:CORRECTIONSCORPORATION OF AMERICAis seeking applicants for thefollowing position at its BridgeportPre-Parole Transfer Facility:• CorrectionalOfficerExcellent Benefits PackageFull-time:Health, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife Insurance • 401(k) Retirement PlansStock Options • Personal & Sick LeavePaid Holidays • Service/EmployeeRecognition Programs. CareerAdvancement OpportunitiesApply online at:www.ccajob.com940-683-2162CCA is an equal opportunity employerM/F/D/V-Drug Free EnvironmentBrake Press operator needed,Boyd. Starts at $12/hour. Must have2+ years experience. Please submitapplication to:www.prontostaffing.com.CDL driver needed with mobilehome or over-size transporting experience.Part to full-time position.Call (940)399-9084.CDL drivers needed, Forestburg.Must be 23-years of age & passpre-employment drug screen. CallJeff, (940)745-1559.Class A CDL driver needed for localoperation. HazMat, tanker endorsementrequired, minimum 2-years experience.Apply at Trailer Storage,11026 Hwy. 287 S., Rhome.(817)625-8254.Driver needed for frac sand hauling.2-years driving experience, will trainfor job. Days out, 14-21. Need cleanMVR & pass DOT drug & physical.More details, call (940)433-2519 or(817)996-9786.Experienced vacuum driver with differentialpay. Insurance programavailable. Call (940)626-8248 or(940)389-0399.GB Transport now hiring drivers.OTR flatbed, starting pay at 30% ofLH. Insurance available. Springtown,TX. Call (682)239-6339.Quality control assistant. Looking foracompetentleader.Musthaveorganizationalskills, ability to lead ordirect associates. Quality control,warehouse experience & bilingualpreferred. 11049 Highway 287south, Rhome. (817)638-9053.STOP STICKERS NOW!The months of January and Februaryare the time to apply pre-emergent herbicides.Stop stickers & broadleafed weedsby applying pre-emergentson your lawn NOW!Call for a FREE Lawn Analysis Today940-627-7378Wise/Chem Safe Pest Control & Lawn CareYour Professional Lawn Care CompanyLIMITED TIME OFFERWHEN YOU SIGN UP FOR AFULL LAWN CARE PROGRAMHEATING/AC/REFRIGERATIONIN WISE COUNTYExperienced commercial HVACRtechnician needed. Minimum5-years heating, air conditioning andrefrigeration experience required.Good pay & benefits. Serious applicantsonly. Call Mann Refrigeration,Inc., (940)683-6266; or email resumeto: bmartin@mannair.com.Hiring CDL drivers. Tanker endorsementand end dump. (940)389-2579or (940)427-4953.Mixer drivers wanted, Class B CDLrequired. Apply in person, WiseReady Mix, 2005 16th Street,Bridgeport.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.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.SCHOOL BUS DRIVERSNEEDED. Training and full-timeroutes available. Weekend worknot required, competitive pay andbenefits. Prospective team membersmust be able to pass a D.O.T.physical, be drug free, and possessacleandrivingrecord.ContacttheDecatur ISD Transportation Departmentat 243 Buchanan Drive,Decatur; (940)393-7120.Substitute teachers needed. MTC’SBridgeport Correctional Centerneeds substitute teachers. If interested,call Human Resources for information,(940)683-3010.Welder foreman needed, Boyd.Starts at $20/hour. Must be experiencedin welding steel and have supervisingexperience. Pronto! Staffing.Please submit application to:www.prontostaffing.com.SERVICAdult/Elderly careTOENAILS TRIMMED BY TERRYLet me help those bad feet feelgood again. Experienced RN willcome to you. (817)564-1356.BusinessSERVICES• Childcare• Adult/Elderly Care• Business• Housecleaning• Let Me Fix It• Miscellaneous• TutoringJOE TUCKER DRYWALL& INSULATION(940)389-0029Sheetrock ✣ Texture ✣ Insulation.New construction, remodeling,add-ons, spray foam & attic insulation.(940)389-0029.FREEFire AntTreatmentHousecleaningTODAY’S TOUCH CLEANINGCare. Bonded. Commercial only.(940)210-1726.TOP NOTCHQuality, affordable, residentialcleaning. Serving Wise County andsurrounding areas. Licensed, insured,free estimates and referencesavailable. (940)273-9310.Let me fix itALL HOME IMPROVEMENTFree estimates. New construction.Paint, drywall, kitchens, baths, siding,decks, framing, additions. Greatrates. Robert, (940)600-0434.BC PAINTINGPAINT • REPAIR • RENOVATEFree EstimatesLocally Owned20 Years ExperienceClean WorkBRET CARR940-297-7549HOME 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.pro-construction-services.com.REMODELING & REPAIRSfor your home & rental properties.Call Barry, (940)389-4943.MiscellaneousLONGARM QUILTINGstarting at .01¢/inch, $45 minimum.Decatur area. (940)389-4150,(940)627-6968.SMALL SITE DIRT WORKExcavation. Residential & commercial.$350 minimum. Free estimates.(940)577-0464.FARM AND RANCHFARM ARANCFarm Equipment14 FOOT WW COVEREDstock trailer, clean, $1,800. 3 BoydBuilt half creep feeders, like new,$700/each. (940)433-2651.We buy & sell new/used ag/constructionequipment. Any make, anyamount. We pay cash. Same dayoffers. Call 24/7, (940)736-9999.Fencing3D 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.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.comLawn and gardenTREES TRIMMED & REMOVED39 years in business, insured. Allmajor credit cards accepted.(817)444-0861, Teater.Livestock• Farm Equipment • Fencing• Lawn & Garden • Livestock• Livestock Care/Training• Livestock Lost & Found• Livestock Stud Service• Livestock Supplies• Miscellaneous • Mowing• Pasture & Feed • PoultryALL NATURAL BEEFNo antibiotics or hormones. Whole,half, quarter or smaller packages tosuit your needs. (940)210-9614.GOATS FOR SALEGreat Valentine gifts. Does (somebred), wethers, all ages.(940)210-2506, leave message.LLAMASweanlings (6-months-old), adults,bred females, guardians & pet quality.We provide training & supportfor new owners. (940)433-5897.NATURAL HEELING HORSE$2,500. (940)231-5466.Portable cattle hoof trim table. Justin time for stock show. $1,500.(469)261-3938.YEARLING BLACK ANGUSbulls for sale. (940)683-2863.Livestock care/trainingRED RIVER HORSE-SHOEING25-years experience,certified. Reasonablerates. Wise & surroundingcounties. Steve Sewell,(940)366-1485.Livestock stud serviceBULL FOR LEASEHave a small herd to breed? Don’twant to buy bull? Registered BlackBrangus, 3-year-old.(940)627-2102, (940)627-9781.MowingACREAGE MOWINGTractor services. Plowing, seeding,aerating, tilling, fertilizing available.Tommy, (940)482-6578.Pasture and feed1ST CHOICE COASTALLarge coastal round bales. Discountsfor 50, 100 or more. $70 &up. Call for details, (940)433-3981.30 rolls fertilized coastal. Horsequality. $80/roll. (940)627-5075.ALFALFA HAYSmall squares and 3x3x8, largesquares. Call for details,(940)393-6095.COASTALround & square bales, $55-$65.(940)872-0930.CUSTOM ROUND/SQUAREbaling , mowing, plowing,grain drill, treestrimmed, gardenstilled. Hay hauling andhay for sale. Call(940)393-9616, (940)683-3148.EXCELLENT COW QUALITY4x5 coastal round bales, $65/each.(940)393-9958.FERTILIZED HAY4x5 rounds, $50/each. Only 100bales available. (817)366-9113.HORSE AND CATTLE HAYSquare and round bales.(940)627-2638.LONESOME DOVE FEEDAuthorized Bryant dealer, great feedat low prices! Round bales for sale.Located 1231 CR4380, Decatur.(940)389-2945.✭COASTAL HAY✭Large round bales, heavily fertilized&herbicided.NearAlvord,willload.(940)872-2197.SUDAN HAY4x5 round bales, net-wrapped,stored in barn. $50. (940)627-2637.SUDAN HAYfor sale. 4x5 rolls, net wrapped, average1,050 lbs./each. Heavily fertilized,fine stem. (940)389-2950.PetsPETS• PetsPETS• Pets Lost & Found• Pet Care/Training• Pet Stud Services!!ATTENTION!!We suggest that our readers thoroughlyinvestigate any advertiserbefore investing any money.AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDpuppies for sale. (817)223-0461,cell; (940)748-2896, home.CROSSBREDPOINTER/BRITTANY8-months-old, 2 males, 1 female,both parents excellent hunters & retrievers,all shots, very active & eyepleasers. $100/each. Cell(817)903-9242; emailbcjennings@gmail.com.POODLES FROM PARADISERegistered. Silver female, blackmale & phantom male. Email forpics/prices:poodlesfromparadise@gmail.com;or call (940)393-5834 for details.Fence Pipe and Supplies2 3 /8 -2 7 /8 -3 1 /2 -4 1 /2 -5 1 /2Square & Rectangle TubingC-PurlinDomed Caps and SpringsAll Types of SteelAuthorized DealerFlusche Enterprises, Inc.940-759-2203 Muenster, TX

Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER 13Two dozen on TWU honors listsSUBMITTEDREGIONALLY RECOGNIZED — Relay For Life of Wise Countywas recognized at a summit Jan. 19 for raising the largestper capita in the 60,000 to 74,999 population bucket ofRelays in the region in 2012. In Wise County, 45 teamsraised $104,657 — a per capita of $4.76, the highest amongall population sizes. Pictured is event chair Stephanie Kottof Paradise.Submit YOURlocal news...www.wcmessenger.com/submitTwo dozen Wise Countystudents are listed on thedean’s and chancellor’s listsfor the fall 2012 semester atTexas Woman’s University inDenton.Undergraduate studentswho complete at least 12graded credit hours andachieve at least a 3.5 gradepointaverage are eligible forthe dean’s list, while thosewith a 4.0 grade-point averageare named to the chancellor’slist.Earning spots on the chancellor’slist were: Amy Cade, an interdisciplinarystudies major fromAlvord; Heather James, a childdevelopment major fromBridgeport;DISCOUNTINUED TIRE SALE18 Wheeler Truck TiresRegularly $400 eachNOW $155 EACHPlus Mounting & BalancingCorner Flashing Yellow Lights1201 N Hwy. 287 FM 1810 • Decatur940-627-3657 Leah Kemp, a businessadministration-managementmajor from Chico; Whitney Greiner, an artmajor, and Rachel McGregorand Manoj Thapa, both businessadministration-accountingmajors, all from Decatur; Taylor Blount and MollyMorrison, both business administration-marketingmajorsfrom Paradise; and Rachel Morgan, anEnglish major from Rhome.Making the dean’s listwere: Tabitha Moses, a kinesiologymajor from Alvord; D Blevins, a nutritionmajor, Crystal Davis andRebecca Grinnell, both businessadministration majors,and Elizabeth Huerta, a dentalhygiene major, all fromBridgeport; Alyssa Bowyer, a sciencesmajor from Chico; Shiloh Hofacket, a businessadministration-humanresource management major,Eunice Pena, a business administrationmajor, HannaSimon, a child developmentmajor, Chelsea Turner, a dentalhygiene major, and KitaraWright, a communication sciencesmajor, all from Decatur; Amber Chambers, anursing major, and CourtneyMcFarland, a psychology major,both from Paradise; and Kaylee Fincher, anursing major, and MaritzaMauricio, an undecided major,both from Rhome.MoviesSTARTFriday Feb. 1Movies & Times Subject To Change!!!Movie Line 940-627-5522NOW ON FACEBOOKSmall Town Feel With an Uptown Look! • WE ARE ALL DIGITAL AND 3D AND 2D!WARM BODIESFri.,-Sat., Feb. 1-2 ........................ 12:30 .....2:45 ......5:00 .......7:15....9:30Sun., Feb 3 ................................... 12:30 .....2:45 ......5:00 .......7:15....9:30Mon.,-Thur., Feb. 4-7 ......................................3:00 ......5:15 .....7:30ZERO DARK THIRTYFri.,-Sat., Feb. 1-2 ........................ 12:30 .............. 4:00 ...........7:30Sun., Feb 3 ................................... 12:30 .............. 4:00 ...........7:30Mon.,-Thur., Feb. 4-7 ...................................3:00 ............6:30HANSEL AND GRETEL: WITCH HUNTERSFri.,-Sat., Feb. 1-2 .......... 12:30 2D .. 2:45 2D ..5:00 3D .. 7:00 2D .. 9:00 3DSun., Feb 3 ..................... 12:30 2D .. 2:45 2D ..5:00 3D .. 7:00 2DMon.,-Thur., Feb. 4-7 ...........................3:30 2D ...5:30 3D ...7:30 2DMAMAFri.,-Sat., Feb. 1-2 ........................ 12:30 .....2:45 ......5:00 .......7:15....9:30Sun., Feb 3 ................................... 12:30 .....2:45 ......5:00 .......7:15Mon.,-Thur., Feb. 4-7 ......................................3:00 ......5:15 .....7:30PLAY STATION 3 - MADDEN TOURNAMENT FEB. 9, 2013 AT 9:30 P.M.DETAILS ON FACEBOOK AND WEBSITE. SIGN UP EARLYCOMING FEB. 8: IDENTITY THIEF - RATED RPLEASE CHECK OUR MOVIE LINE: MOVIE TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE!920 W. Thompson, Decatur • 940-627-5522 • www.plazacinema4.com$7 Adults ~ $5 Seniors, Children 11 & under & MatineeMERCHANDISE FOR SALE TRANSPORTATION NOTICESFurnitureSave, Aarons Lease ReturnsStretch your tax refund at Aaronswith big savings on lease returns.Sofa and love seat, both from $379.Accessory tables, 3 for $79. Lampsfrom $39/pair. 60” TVs from $489.Laptops from $289. Xbox andPlaystation from $189. Washers,dryers, refrigerators, stoves andmuch more. Short on cash? Leaseto own new in 12 months. No creditneeded. Cash, check or credit card.1300 FM 51 South, Decatur, next toDollar General. (940)627-5046, askfor Mike or Travis.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.ATTENTION GARAGESALE ADVERTISERS:First,the Bad News...Midweek Classified Deadlineshave moved to Mondays at Noon.Now, theGOOD News...All Classifieds areNow Call 940-627-5987 before NoonOfferingUpdate GOLD on Mondays to get your adweekly in included in All Around Wisethe ThursdayUpdate! AND the Weekend Messenger!FirewoodFIREWOOD FOR SALESeasoned oak firewood, deliveryavailable. (940)389-6407.AUCTIONSaturday, Feb. 2 • 10 am2374 FM 3043 (Brushy Rd.) • Bowie, TXDirections: From Bowie, take FM 3043 approx 2.2 miles fromPelham Park Pavillion. Site is first house past Brushy Cemetery.Selling large asst. of mounts including deer heads (Whitetail, Fallow, Mule, Axis),Caribou, sheep, antelope, several kinds of fish and bird (Pheasant, Partridge,Grouse), 5x10 Big Tex Flathead trailer (no title), Craftsman tools, grinders, saw,drill press, compressor, step ladders, dollies, Craftsman Compound Cut MiterSaw, table saw, brad nailer, framing gun, Bradley electric smoker, Holland gas grill,wrought iron patio furniture, mowers, tiller, spreader, rod & reels, household items,large assortment of decorative items, file cabinets, tool boxes, plus much more.For complete list & pictures go to:www.spikesauction.comor contact Auctioneer Gabe Spikes TX#10293940-872-5180 or 940-872-3613Guns & Tools EstateAuction2770 W US Hwy 380Runaway Bay, Texas 76082Saturday, January 19 at 10 a.m.Linda Trout of Decatur, Texas has commissioned Hometown AuctionService to sell at public auction the Business of her late husband. Tony was a dieselmechanic and a cabinet maker. Included in this auction are Tools of all sorts, PneumaticTools, Power Tools, Drills, Saws, Hand Tools such as Snap On & Craftsman, Large StandupSnap On Tool Box, Large Power Washer. Also from this estate will be a 16 foot StockTrailer, Ford Tractor, Saddle, Stock Panels, Antiques, Furniture, Jack Bryant Oil Paintings,Mike Smith Cowboy Prints, Collectibles, Knives, Baseball Cards, Football Cards,Collectible Baseball Bats and other Sports Collectibles, Coins & Collectible Currency,Etc. Also included in this auction are 17 Estate Guns from the Estate of Walter Wilcoxenof Gainesville, Texas. These guns include 3 Winchester 30-30 Commemorative Rifles,Double Barrel 410 Shotgun, Russell Arms Double Barrel 12 Gauge Shotgun, StevensModel 15A .22 Caliber Rifle, 8 MM Mauser with scope, Springfield 187M .22 Auto Rifle,Stevens 94H .410, 12 Gauge Long Tom Shotgun, Savage Model 99E .243 Rifle, 3 BlackPowder Guns, Ammo and much more. So please check our website daily for updates.Preview Friday, February 1• 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.10% Buyers PremiumAll items sold “where is, as is.”We accept cash, checks, and credit cardsConcessions on siteWe Accept Consignments Daily.Hometown Auction Service, LLCAuctioneer Judy Norred TX Lic#16795940-577-1733www.hometownauctionservice.comOAK FIREWOODPecan, mesquite. We deliver &stack it. Call or text: (940)389-3413,(940)210-5990.SPLIT FIREWOOD$75/full load. Your truck, I load.Credit cards accepted.(817)444-0861, (817)690-4011.MiscellaneousBOWFLEXUltimate II with all attachments,$1,200. Proform AB Glider $50. 2Weslo Pursuit 360R stationarybikes, $60/each. Or all for $1,300.(940)627-7127, leave message.LARGE MIRROR37 3/8” x47 3/4”, mounting hardwareincluded, can be hung vertical orhorizontal. $100. (940)389-4711.LIMITED EDITION MARTINCOWBOY III GUITAR#299 of 750, with case. Paid $850new, used very little. PRICE RE-DUCED TO ONLY $450! Call(940)872-9556 or see at Harris MusicCenter, 111 W. Main, Decatur.AuctionsPIERCE AUCTIONSEstate sales, moving sales or justdownsizing. Free consultation.Patsy Pierce, Auction #12790,(940)255-1075. We buy estates.TRANSPORTCarsTRANSPORTATION• Boats• Cars• Recreational Vehicles• Trucks• Accessories• Trailers• Wanted to BuyBishop’sWise Car& Truck Co.1110 Hovey St. Bridgeport940-683-1999BAD CREDIT OKBUY HEREPAY HEREWWW.WISECARANDTRUCK.NETI’LL BUY THOSE YARD CARSas well as your good used cars.Arvin, (817)925-8768.DEPENDABLE CARS & TRUCKS$3,500 or less. We finance!Cowgirl AutoSales, 804 BusinessHighway 287, Decatur,TX; (940)626-0070.Let’s do business! www.cowgirlautosales.com.1997 BUICK LASABREfor sale, $450. Or will part out.(940)433-3832, (940)577-2768.107 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.comRecreational vehicles2000 Harley Heritage, custom paint.Super nice. New tires & belts. 8,450actual miles. Super bike!$9,995/firm. (817)739-6758.2004 HONDA SHADOW AERO(VT750C), WINDSHIELD, BACK-REST, CRASH BARS, AND LUG-GAGE RACK ADDED! Inspired byboth the Shadow A.C.E. 750 Deluxeand Shadow Spirit 750, this classicmachine features incomparableretro styling, shaft drive; a low, 26”seat height, 50 MPG, and best ofall, full-sized looks and performancewithout the full-sized price. Maroon,7,095 miles. $4,000. (940)393-8663.Pickups/Vans/SUVs2003 FORD EXPLORER XLT130,000 miles, good shape, goodtires, well maintained engine.$5,000/cash. (940)627-2635.NOTICESANNOUNCEMLegal notices• Legal Notices• Public NoticesCITY OF NEWARK, TEXASORDINANCE NO. A-390An ordinance amending the NewarkCode of Ordinances, AppendixA, the Fee Schedule, Article A7.000Utility Fees, Section A7.004 Waterand Sewer Rates, (A) Table ofCharges and (C) Sewer Rate; providingthat this Ordinance shall becumulative of all ordinances; providinga severability clause; providingfor a penalty for violations hereof;providing for publication in the officialnewspaper; and providing aneffective date.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.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 17thof January, 2013.Diane RasorCity AdministratorPR-3367IN THE MATTER OFTHE ESTATE OFELLA ARDENA LEWIS,DECEASEDIN THE COUNTY COURTAT LAW NO. 2WISE COUNTY, TEXASCITATION BY PUBLICATIONDETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIPTHE STATE OF TEXASTo all persons interested in theESTATE OF ELLA ARDENALEWIS, DECEASED.The alleged heirs(s) at law on theabove-numbered and entitled casefiled an Application to DetermineHeirship on the estate on this the10th day of January, 2013, requestingthat the Court determine whoare the heirs and only heirs of EllaArdena Lewis Deceased, and theirrespective shares and interests insuch estate.This application may be acted onby the Court at any call of thedocket on or after 10:00a.m. on thefirst Monday following the expirationof ten days from date of publicationof this citation. All persons interestedin this case are cited to appearbefore this Honorable Court byfiling a written contest or answerto this Application should they desireto do so. To ensure its consideration,you or your attorneymust file any objection, intervention,or response in writing withthe County Clerk of Wise County,Texas on or before theabove-noted date and time.Given under my hand and seal ofsaid Court of office in Decatur,Texas, on this the 10th day of January,2013.SHERRY LEMONCOUNTY CLERK, WISE COUNTY200 N. TRINITY/RECORDS BUILDINGPO BOX 359DECATUR, TX 76234BY: CANDY BLASE, DEPUTYBids & ProposalsINVITATION TO BIDWise County is accepting formalsealed bids for the following:ROAD 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, February7, 2013. Specifications and bidforms may be obtained by contactingthe Wise County Asset ControlOffice at 940-627-3312. Bids will bepublicly opened and read at 10:00a.m., Thursday, February 7, 2013 inthe Wise County Asset Control Officeat 400 W Walnut, Decatur, TX.The Commissioners' Court of WiseCounty will consider bids for awardat the next regularly scheduledCommissioners' Court at the locationposted on the agenda. WiseCounty reserves the right to acceptand/or reject any and all bids for anyreason whatsoever.NOTICE TO VENDORSINVITATION TO BIDThe Northwest IndependentSchool District will receive Requestfor Proposals in the Purchasing Department,by mailing to PO Box77070, Fort Worth, Texas,76177-0070 or delivering to 2001Texan Drive, Justin, Texas 76247for:EDUCATIONAL/PROMOTIONALPRODUCTS, APPAREL, AWARDS,& OTHER RELATED ITEMSRFP #013015-01-002MARCH 01, 2013 @ 4:00 P.M.The District shall receive the proposalsat Northwest ISD AdministrationCenter, 2001 Texan Drive,Justin, TX 76247, at the specifiedtime and date. Proposals will beopened as received and recorded.Proposal forms will be releasedstarting Tuesday, January 22, 2013,from the Purchasing Department bycontacting Christa Spearman, fax817.698.1004 or e-mail cspearman@nisdtx.org.Proposals can bedownloaded from the Northwest ISDweb page www.nisdtx.org underPurchasing Bid Opportunities.Northwest ISD reserves the rightto reject any/or all proposals and toaccept any proposal or combinationof proposals deemed most advantageousto the Northwest IndependentSchool District and to waive any informalitiesin bidding.NOTICE TO VENDORSINVITATION TO BIDThe Northwest IndependentSchool District will receive Requestfor Proposals (RFP) in the PurchasingDepartment, by mailing to POBox 77070, Fort Worth, Texas,76177-0070 or delivering to 2001Texan Drive, Justin, Texas 76247for:Technology Related Equipment,Services, Software, & SuppliesRFP #013015-01-003March 1, 2013 @ 4:00 P.M.The District shall receive the proposalsat Northwest ISD AdministrationCenter, 2001 Texan Drive,Justin, TX 76247, at the specifiedtime and date. Proposals will beopened as received and recorded.Proposal forms will be releasedstarting Tuesday, January 22, 2013,from the Purchasing Department bycontacting Jennifer Tallman, fax817.698.1004 or e-mailjtallman@nisdtx.org. Proposals canbe down loaded from the NorthwestISD web page www.nisdtx.org underPurchasing Bid Opportunities.Northwest ISD reserves the rightto reject any/or all proposals and toaccept any proposal or combinationof proposals deemed most advantageousto the Northwest IndependentSchool District and to waive any informalitiesin bidding.Get the Rest of the HeadlinesSUBSCRIBE$37 In-County • $25 DigitalCall 940-627-5987or online at wcmessenger.com/subscribe

14 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013RANDYWILLIAMSBUICK • CHEVY •CADILLACGMC •HYUNDAI•PRE-OWNED940-627-2177Let RANDY SAVE YOU MONEY onYour Next NEW or PRE-OWNED Vehicle!New 2013 Vegetable SeedsOnion Bunches,White, Yellow,Red Granex, White Bermuda,1015y, Noon Day, Vidalia$1.75 or 10 for $15SEED POTATOESWhite Kennebec & Red LaSodaYukon Gold AvailableNEW ARRIVALS5 Gal. Fruit Trees7 & 30 Gal. Pecan TreesCorn Gluten Meal(Organic Weed Prevention)40lb. bagBALANtreats 1/2 acreIt is time to apply Balan or Corn GlutenMeal to stop those unwanted weeds &grass burrs this spring.1551 Preskitt Rd. • Decatur • 940-627-3453Unit March 1 WINTER HOURS: Mon - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. & Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.Take Hwy. 51 S., turn right on Preskitt Rd. Go past 4 way stop. Garden Center on Left.JOE DUTY/WCMESSENGERTAKING A BREAK — Lori Kate Hill with Boyd FFA relaxes in the stall with her Santa Gertrudis heifer, D.C.’s Faith, at the FortWorth Stock Show and Rodeo last weekend.the GOLDSTANDARDin ClassifiedsEvery Weekendand Midweek.And only in1982 E. Hwy 380 • Decatur(previously Ruben’s Ballroom)18 and up ClubAdmission at the doorUnder 21 $7 - 21 & older $5940-627-2900 • 940-390-8921NO JUSTICESaturday, Feb. 2Danielle ReedOpeningFeb. 9 Matt KimbrowFeb. 16 Jay Hollis BandFeb. 23 Dirty PesosBack in Time GrilleServing food Friday & Saturday nightsCOMING SOONMay 4 - John Conlee - Pat Waters OpeningEVERY FRIDAY FREE ADMISSIONKaraoke with RenegadeLADIES NIGHT (Something Special for Ladies)BIGGEST DANCE HALL IN WISE COUNTY!Get the Rest of the HeadlinesSUBSCRIBE$37 In-County • $25 DigitalCall 940-627-5987or online at wcmessenger.com/subscribe❑ One Year In-County ................. $37❑ One Year Out-of-County .......... $43❑ One Year Out-of-State ............. $49❑ One Year Digital ...................... $25❑ Two Year In-County ................. $70❑ Two Year Out-of-County .......... $80❑ Two Year Out-of-State ............. $90❑ Two Year Digital ....................... $59Name:________________________Address:___________________________________________________City:_________________________State:_________ Zip Code:_______Clip and mail to:Wise County MessengerP.O. Box 149 • 115 South TrinityDecatur, Texas 76234SUBSCRIBE ONLINE!www.wcmessenger.com/subscribeBoyd: #292, 490 W. Rock Island Ave. - 940-433-2185Bridgeport: #299, 1701 Chico Hwy. - 940-683-5765Chico: #310, Hwy. 106 S Hwy 101 - 940-644-2208Decatur: #7, Hwy. 380 & E. Walnut - 940-627-3444Decatur: #103, 1305 U.S. Hwy. 81/287 - 940-627-1549

BY TODD VINEYARDFebruary is the monthwhen most modern rosesneed to be pruned. Even ifyour roses have already begungrowth, the time hascome to prune. Annual heavypruning is essential to ensurethe prolific bloom andlong life of a rose bush.Explaining the concept ofrose pruning without a livebush on which to demonstrateis difficult, so try tovisualize the following steps:Pruning of roses is actuallyone year round. Every timeou cut off old blooms andemove twiggy growth, youre actually promoting newrowth. There are two timesyear when you prune moreeriously (spring and fall)nd you will need the folowingitems: a good pair ofand pruners (preferably thecissor type, not anvil type),sharp keyhole saw andarge loppers, a heavy pairf leather gloves, a pruningompound and a dull knife.The first step in springpruning of Hybrid Teas,Grandifloras,Floribundasand Climbingroses is toremove anyDecatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER 15Solving the mystery of pruning roses940-627-5987WCMESSENGER.COM/SUBSCRIBEAgNewscanes thatare dead orjust old andnon-productive.Thesecanes areusually grayin color and scaly.This pruning will encouragefuture “basal” breaks,which are the life blood ofany rose bush. Basal breaksrefer to new shoots, soon-tobeproducing canes, whicharise from the graft union.These should not be confusedwith “suckers,” whicharise from the rootstock belowthe graft union. Removeall suckers.To begin fine tuning thepruning, remove all twiggygrowth on the remainingcanes (note: the fine-tunepruning on climbing rosesshould be done after theybloom in the spring). Try toclean out the middle of thebush as much as possible.This allows for good air circulationto prevent insectsand disease.Now you are ready to pruneon the good, healthy canes.If your roses have alreadyflushed growth, it is importantto prune each cane backto a dormant bud. A bud thathas already begun growthand is then pruned will simplycontinue to grow vigorouslyand bloom very little.A dormant, non-growingbud will initiate growth afterpruning and will producean abundance of blooms.One comment used to describepruning is to “pruneto an outside bud.” Thismeans when picking thepoint on a given cane to cutback to, make sure there isa good bud on the cane facingtoward the outside of theplant. This will ensure thegrowth of the new bud is tothe outside, therefore keepingthe center of the roseBRIDGEPORTIRON & METALWE PAYTOP PRICESFOR ALL METALSState Certified ScalesAccurate WeightsMONDAY - FRIDAY8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.SATURDAY8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.3261 S. HWY 101 • BRIDGEPORT • 940-683-2005bush clear and open for aircirculation.Another guideline inpruning back an individualcane is to cut the cane atthe point when the diameterof the cane is the sizeof a pencil or slightly larger.This is normally at a heightof 14 to 18 inches. If there isthe need to prune back to adormant bud, the size of thecane may be larger, and thecane length may be shorter.The final product of yourpruning should be a rosebush about 18 to 24 inchestall with 4 to 8 canes. Addsome mulch, water andtender-loving-care, and thatpitiful looking rose bush willsoon give you a shower offlowers.Todd Vineyard is a WiseCounty Extension agent.Our digital mobile mammography unit is coming to Wise County.When: Monday, February 18Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Where: Weatherford College5180 US Highway 380Bridgeport TX 76426You must call 800.405.7739 to schedule an appointment.Fully fundedmammogramsfor womenwithout insurance.See Them All ta$34,375* at klementcjd.comCROSSWORD SOLUTION01 CHEVY EXTENDED CAB WITH CAMPER SHELLWhite 1500 LS. V8. #13026A. We also have an 11 Silverado 1500 Z71 4x4.2 DODGE NITROS2011 white Heat • 2010 silver Heat07 RAM 3500 QUAD 4X4Red DIESEL dually. #12566B07 ASPEN • 06 DURANGORoomy Chrysler & Dodge SUVs11 DAKOTA CREW 4X4Lone Star. 20K miles! #12478A08 SANTA FESilver Hyundai. 58K miles. #12462A09 GMC CREW 1500 Z714x4 with 46,000 miles! #12524C2 11 JEEP WRANGLERSLow miles! 4-door Unlimited • 2-door SportALL PRE-OWNED PRICES CLEARLY MARKED!FREE OIL CHANGES FOR A YEAR WITH VEHICLE PURCHASE11 F-450 CREWCAB FX4DIESEL Ford 4x4. 33K miles. #12724A11 CHRYSLER 300C13,000 miles! Totally equipped! #12596A09 RAM 1500 CREWCABSiliver Lone Star. #13141A2 TOWN & COUNTRYSWhite Chrysler 2009 • 2011 with leather11TOYOTA COROLLAA real gas-saver 4-door! #P153311 CHEVY X-CAB 1500 4X4Black Z71 LT. Many extras! #12558A11 RAM 3500 CREW 4X4DIESEL Dually. 25K miles. #12623A12 DODGE CHARGERStunning silver 4-door. V6. #P155510 F-250 CREWCAB 4X4DIESEL Ford Lariat. 36K miles. #12499A12 DODGE DURANGOAll-wheel drive Crew. #P155812 GRAND CHEROKEEJeep Laredo priced to sell now! #P15772 10 RAM 1500SLow-mile Crewcab & QuadCab Lone Stars888-840-2946 US 287 North, DecaturSALES: 8-7:00 Monday-Friday • 8-6:00 Saturday SERVICE & PARTS: 7:30-6:00 Monday-FridayGOOD CREDIT • BAD CREDIT • NO CREDIT – WE DO IT ALL!

16 ALL AROUND WISE • A PART OF THE WISE COUNTY MESSENGER Decatur, Texas, Wednesday, January 30, 2013Oakland hollies better choice than redtip photiniasBY NEIL SPERRYDear Neil: After fightingthe issues redtip photiniashave for several years, we finallyreplaced them with 50sweet viburnums two yearsago. We need privacy acrossthe back of our landscape,but half of the viburnumshave died. I don’t want to goback to redtips, but I needsomething that is dependableand that grows to 10or 12 feet tall and 6 to 8 feetwide. What would you suggest?That’s a rather uprighthabit, and my choice wouldbe (and is at my home)Oakland hollies. They’re aselection from Mary Nellholly lineage, and theygrow to the sizes you want.They have medium-largeglossy evergreen leaves, andthey’re available in all sizesof containers through localretail nurserymen. Theycan order plants in if necessary.Space your plants 6feet apart if you’re expectingthem to grow to 10 to 12 feettall. Your main challengethe first couple of years willbe in not allowing them toget too dry. They don’t wilt,so you’ll have to keep aclose eye on their soil. You’llneed to hand-water them,since lawn and landscapeirrigation alone won’t supplyenough. Their roots, atleast initially, will all be inthe lightweight potting soilin which they were grown.Other choices might includemale yauponhollies. Yourlocal retailermay be ableto find thosefor you, althoughmostpeople optGardener’sinstead forMailbag the fruitingfemale selections.Spartan junipers arehandsome, although theysometimes develop a branchdie-back as they mature.You might be able to erectan elongated trellis or fenceand plant a handsome vinesuch as Lady Banksia roses(semi-evergreen). Stay awayfrom the redtips. They arefraught with disease issues.Dear Neil: I am determinedto do better with mytomatoes this year. Lastyear’s plants had very fewfruit, and their leaves starteddrying from the bottomsof the plants upward. I assumethat was a disease.What tips can you give menow, before the season getsunder way?FISH DAYNOW IS THE TIME FOR STOCKING3-5” & 6-8” Channel Catfish • Bluegill (Coppernose & Hybrid)Redear • Largemouth Bass • Black Crappie (If Available)Fathead Minnows • KoiWe will service you at:AGvantage Farm & Ranch • Decatur, TXWed., Feb. 6 • 8 - 9 a.m.To pre-order call: Arkansas Pondstockers 1-800-843-4748Walk-ups WelcomeThat could either havebeen early blight (large yellowblotches on the lowerleaves, beginning usually inmid- to late May) or spidermites (very tiny tan mottledspots, usually showingup later than early blight— typically in late May orJune). Both will cause theleaves eventually to turnbrown and crisp from thebottoms of the plants upward.Use a labeled fungicidefor the early blight ora recommended insecticidefor the spider mites. Yourlocal retail nurserymanwill be able to guide youthrough their product selection.As for your havingno fruit, be sure you growsmall to mid-sized varieties.Large-fruiting tomatoes arealmost guaranteed to fail toset fruit once temperaturesclimb above 90.Dear Neil: I’ve encloseda small gourd-like fruit thatwas green when it was harvestedseveral weeks ago buthas since turned purple. Willthis vine, growing on thetrunk of a tree at my son’shouse, do damage to thetree? It appears to be growinginto the tree’s trunk.The sample was in prettyrough shape by the timeit arrived, but in generalterms, vines only damagetrees if they (a) wrap aroundFreeWI-FIGRAND OPENINGJorge’sand girdle the trunks, (b)grow up and over a tree’scanopy, cutting off the accessto sunlight, or (c) haveevergreen foliage that couldaccumulate ice in winterand cause limbs to break.I’ve never seen a vine growinto the internal wood of atree, so that need not concernyou. If the vine is attractive,that should be amajor determining factor. Ifit isn’t attractive, your sonmight want to remove it. It’shis call.Dear Neil: We are havinglive oak sprouts comeup between our patio pavers.We are used to seedlingsfrom acorns, but there isn’tenough room for acorns toreach the soil. These haveto be sprouts from the roots.What can we do? I don’twant to spray them, do I?They are tethered to themother tree, so, no, youwouldn’t want to spraythem. You could keep themtrimmed off, but a morepermanent solution wouldbe to lift the pavers (hopefullyyou can) and lay a rootbarrierbeneath them. Yourlocal nursery, water gardenMexican RestaurantAll Day Monday - Two Taco Dinner & Drink $ 10 .99Wednesday - Two Enchilada DinnerEnchilada of your choice & drink $ 10 .99Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-8pm • Sun 11am-3pmTo Go OrdersWelcomedesigner or landscape supplierwill have options. Thisis an unfortunate habit ofabout 10 percent of the liveoaks we plant, and we don’tfind out for 10 or 15 yearsafter planting.Dear Neil: How can Iget rid of a Queen’s Crownvine that grows wildly inmy yard? I cut it back, andit comes back again andagain.I’m not sure of what specificvine goes by that name(queen’s wreath, or crownALL MAKES • ALL MODELSWRECK? HAILJAMES WOOD OFFERS YOU•On-Site Paintless Dent Repair•Conventional Body Repair•Glass ReplacementALLMAJORINSURANCEACCEPTEDvetch, or something else),but you can get rid of anyvine by digging its root systemout with a sharpshooterspade. It’s not as difficult asit sounds — in fact, it’s probablya lot easier than tryingto spray it with a herbicide.Have a question you’dlike Neil to consider? Mailit to him in care of the WiseCounty Messenger, P.O. Box149, Decatur, TX 76234 oremail him at mailbag@sperrygardens.com.Neil regretsthat he cannot reply to questionsindividually.the GOLD STANDARDin ClassifiedsEvery Weekend and Midweek.HAIL?940-627-7690690FREE ESTIMATES • ESPAÑOLThe Rock, finally a churchwhere we feel at home. Webelieve life is supposed tobe about more than justsurviving; it’s about thriving.A life of faith is an adventurewhere we are always learningwhat it means to Love God,Love Others, Walk with Jesus.Dynamic Worship • Relevant TeachingYour Kids Will Have A Blast • Consider Yourself InvitedMeeting Sunday 11 am at the Bridgeport Stage (located at 1009 Halsell St., Bridgeport, Texas)Church Offi ce Located at 1305 11th St. BridgeportPastor Tim & Pam Jenkins940-683-2345therockbridgeport@yahoo.com • www.therockbridgeport.com

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