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December 10, 2009 All Around Wise
December 10, 2009 All Around Wise
December 10, 2009 All Around Wise
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Permit No. 88
IN NEWS...
■ Woman regrets
robbery hoax
■ Hard to swallow
■ Woman given
35 years for drug
possession
IN SPORTS...
■ DHS trio earns all-
state honors
■ Sissies sting Lady
Yellowjackets
VOLUME 130 - NO. 98 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2009 DECATUR, TEXAS 20 PAGES IN TWO SECTIONS PLUS INSERTS 75¢
INSIDE ...
TOUR OF
HOMES
The Decatur Woman’s Club
Tour of Homes is Sunday,
and we feature the last
home in our profile series.
See page 8A
IN SPORTS ...
BASKETBALL
SHOWDOWN
Two of the top girls
basketball teams in the
county met for an early
season battle Tuesday.
See page 1B
INSIDE ...
CRIME REPORTS
Escaping gas, a nude
runner and solicitation of
horse murder – what do
Messenger photos by Joe Duty
they all have in common?
They are all featured in this QUICK SNOW — Wise County woke up to flurries Wednesday morning, and snow blanketed the landscape through the morning before melting. Above, an
week’s Wise County Crime empty swing set collects snow at Immanuel Baptist Church in Decatur. Below, evidence of fall blends with the snow.
Reports.
See page 3A
AREA DEATHS
AND FUNERALS
MIKEL
RICHARDSON
Boyd
VICKIE WILSON
Greenwood
MILDRED KASNER
Bridgeport
MIKE WATTS
Alvord
T.W. ‘TEX’
MATTINGLY
Bridgeport
ONEAL SPRINGER
Decatur
JAMES MILLS WISE COUNTY WISE COUNTY
Bridgeport
See pages 11A, 12A
Hard to swallow Woman given 35 years
WEATHER...
Sun
12/6
53/36
Potential water and air pollution from gas
fracking and production worries family
for drug possession
Cloudy. Highs in the low 50s and
lows in the mid 30s.
Editor’s note: Part two in a series By BRIAN KNOX habitual offender for two previ
ous drug-related felony convic
By BRANDON EVANS
An Arlington woman was tions.
INDEX Tim and Christine Ruggiero’s biggest issue with the drill- sentenced to 35 years in prison Hamal was stopped for
News Briefs ..... 3A Sports ...............1B ing of a gas well in their front yard is the potential of the Thursday after a Wise County speeding by Texas Depart
Opinion ........... 4A Classifieds.........3B operation to pollute the air their daughter breathes and the jury found her guilty of drug ment of Public Safety Trooper
Lifestyle .......... 6A Wise Business...8B water she drinks. possession. David Riggs on Sept. 25, 2008
In September, Aruba Petroleum cut down 100 feet of Angela Dodd Hamal, 40, in Wise County. Riggs became
PARADE OF LIGHTS — The Decatur square was aglow with lights Saturday night during the annual Christmas parade. The Decatur High School band,
115 South Trinity punishment range of two to 20 years in ficers found a can with a false bottom
Decatur, Texas 76234
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Continued on page 5A prison, but Hamal was convicted as a
Continued on page 7A
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EXERCISE BENEFITS
NEWBORNS TOO!
Not only does regular exercise during pregnancy benefit mothers-
to-be, it also confers a health benefit to their newborns. By exercising
during their second and third trimesters during their first pregnancies,
women can substantially decrease their risk of delivering overly large
babies. “Fetal macrosomia,” or “big baby syndrome,” poses potential
risks for both mothers and their newborns. Larger birth weights, which
appear to be on the rise, pose the risk of delivery problems and a greater
likelihood of C-sections for mothers. For babies, high birth weight may
be associated with a greater risk of developing obesity later in life. For
these reasons, expectant mothers are urged to discuss their proposed
exercise regimens with their doctors.
Good prenatal care is important for both mother and child. If you have
concerns regarding your pregnancy, call WISE OBSTETRICS &
GYNECOLOGY P.A. at 940-626-8008. It is our goal to keep you
informed about your options, help you understand you body’s needs,
and work with you to keep you and the baby healthy and happy. Our
office is conveniently located at 1713 South FM 51, Ste. 201, Decatur.
New patients are welcome.
P.S. Pregnant women should avoid any exercise that requires them to lie
flat on their backs because doing so may restrict blood flow to both baby
and mother.
ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, December 10, 2009 3
GARDENER’S MAILBAG
them. My vote would be to have grown almost as large Space them 20 feet apart to variety.
Dear Neil: I have several do what you can to help the as the mother plant was prevent their overcrowding !
nandina plants. One group pecan, but don’t take it out. when it bloomed, then they one another, and, if possible, Have a question you’d
has great berries, but the should be flowering soon. plant them in staggered and like Neil to consider? Mail
others do not. Why might Dear Neil: My Christmas Many types grow attached irregular groupings, rather it to him in care of the Wise
that be? cactus did it again. It flow- to tropical trees in their na- than long, straight rows. It’s County Messenger, P.O. Box
There are many kinds of ered too early. What can I do tive homes, quite high in the a lot more natural looking 149, Decatur, TX 76234 or e-
nandinas, and only the stan- to slow it down? forest canopy, while others that way. You can even in- mail him at mailbag@sper-
dard old-fashioned heavenly The most common “Christ- grow in almost full sunlight terplant a few other types of rygardens.com.
bamboo nandina produces mas” cacti are in the genus in soil. In either case, they’re plants such as live oaks for
By NEIL SPERRY berries reliably. So, you may Schlumbergera and should acclimated to really bright
have Gulfstream, Moonbay probably be called “Thanks- light.
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Dear Neil: I have had a or one of the other types giving” cacti instead. They Finally, you could try the
potted amaryllis bulb since that bears fewer fruit. It traditionally bloom in late trick we use on pineapples
last Christmas. I expected it might also be that the bar- November and early Decem- (they are bromeliads, too).
to flower again, but it’s all ren plants aren’t getting ber. If that’s what yours has Put a fresh apple core in the
lush leaves. What can I do enough sunlight, or that done, it’s right on schedule. center of the plant, then com-
to get it to bloom? Do I need you’re pruning them too of- They are sensitive to the pletely enclose it air-tight
to keep it dark at night like ten or incorrectly. amount of light they receive in dry-cleaner’s plastic. The ❑ One Year In-County................. $35
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poinsettias? You should remove the during what greenhouse apple will give off ethylene ❑ One Year Out-of-State............. $45
Not at all. As a back- tallest canes from your growers call their “dark pe- gas as it decays, and that ❑ Two Year In-County ................. $60
ground of plants that form plants each winter. Cut riod.” The rest of us call it will trigger the flowering ❑ Two Year Out-of-County .......... $70
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bulbs, they’re a storage or- one-third each year, and simply “the night.” If you process in most bromeliads. Name:________________________
gan that lets the plant sur- cut the canes completely to wanted to experiment, you You should see changes
Address:______________________
vive through difficult times the ground. That will force could turn a light on for an within four to six weeks, at
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such as extreme winters them to resprout and fill hour around midnight each which point you can remove
and get
City:_________________________
and, in the case of tropical the plants back in from the night in October, perhaps the plastic. Give the plant
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amaryllis, droughts. ground up. even early November. That bright light all the while, but
the rest
Clip and mail to:
You need to simulate a might fool the plant into keep it out of direct sunlight Wise County Messenger
dry spell the plant would Dear Neil: What would flowering a bit later. Best where it might overheat. P.O. Box 149 • 115 South Trinity
Decatur, Texas 76234
of the
have encountered in its na- you think of the idea of re- advice, however, probably
tive home by withholding moving a messy pecan tree would be to let nature take Dear Neil: I want to trans- !
water for six weeks in Sep- and replacing it with a its course. plant some red cedars this N L IN/ E
tember and early October.
It may help to lay the pot
on its side, so you won’t be
Chinese pistachio? The only
down side would be that the
west side of our house would
Dear Neil: What can I
do to get my bromeliads to
winter. What size works best,
and how far apart should I
plant them to make a solid
story. S
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At that point, repot the while the pistachio was so far, no flowers. Smaller sizes transplant
bulb back into the same, or
next size larger, pot filled
with fresh potting soil. Wa-
growing.
I live in the middle of a
pecan forest, and, I agree,
Part of the process just
takes time. Bromeliads have
to be fairly mature before
much more easily and make
large plants much more
quickly. Stick with knee-high
Little Women
ter it, and keep it in a sunny, they’re messy at times. How- they’ll flower. Most types transplants, then commit to Friday, December 11 – 7:30 PM
warm location. Chances are ever, their shade really jus- eventually do bloom with no watering them once or twice Saturday, December 12 – 2:30 & 7:30 PM
great that the dry period tifies their existence and I’d heroic measures. a week their first summer in
will trigger flowering. never do anything to harm However, if your plants their new home.
SUBVARSITY SPORTS
Basketball better in order to create more positions, the girls did a good ery game this season.”
Girls shooting opportunities,” said job battling to get rebounds Bridgeport record 0-1
Bridgeport coach Cheila Dem- and moving the ball against the
Junior Varsity mitt. “We are very quick but press.” Freshman W I S E C O U N T Y H E R I T A G E
Bridgeport 28 were out of control a lot of the Bridgeport record 0-2 Bridgport 53 M U S E U M T H E A T E R
Boyd 23 time tonight.” Boyd 39
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Bridgeport trailed 18-17, go- The Lady Eagles built a 19-0 against the Lady Eagles Dec. 3. Blake Arrington scored 11.
ing into the fourth quarter. lead in the first half of a win over Bridgeport trailed 17-12 go- Reece Read scored nine. Omar
“It was good to see the kids the Sissies Dec. 3. ing into the fourth quarter. The Martinez added eight. Gentry
battle in a close game,” said MacKenzie Cortez led the Sis- Sissies outscored Decatur 4-0 in Funk and Colby Mahon put in
Bridgeport coach Dallas Taylor. sies with four points. the final frame. seven each.
“We made key defensive stops “Decatur came out in a full- “We had a great competitive “The guys really got after it
down the stretch. The game court press that caused us to game,” said Bridgeport coach tonight,” said Bridgeport coach
would not have been so close if turn the ball over,” said Bridge- Pam Worlow. Brian Davenport. “We were able
our free-throw percentage had port coach Pam Worlow. “We Angelica Martinez scored to put a lot of pressure on Boyd
been better.” had a lot of hustle and determi- eight points. Olivia Casillas add- that resulted in turnovers and
Sabrina Garza led the Sis- nation to stay in the game.” ed six. transition points. We are still
sies with eight points. Audra Bridgeport record 0-2 Bridgeport record 0-2 learning a lot of basketball in
Hart added six. Mady Hancock preparation of our season, but
scored five to go along with sev- Decatur 8A 47 Boys I thought we worked extremely
en rebounds. Raven Sessums
had three points and five steals.
Bridgeport 23 Junior Varsity hard.”
The Lady Eagles used a 13-2 Boyd 61 Bridgeport record 1-2
Bridgeport record 2-3 run in the second quarter to gain Bridgeport 31
a 25-8 halftime lead in a victory The Yellowjackets used a 21-2 Paradise 26
Freshman over the Sissies Dec. 3. run in the second quarter to pull Bowie 34
Bridgeport 18 Leah Guinn scored 10 points away from the Bulls Dec. 1. The Panthers fell behind Bow-
Millsap 44 for the Sissies. Lauren Hart and Boyd led 51-16 going into the ie 12-6 in the first quarter and
The Sissies could not over- Haley Guinn added six each. fourth quarter. were unable to catch up Nov.
come a slow start, falling to Payton Tucker and Lacey Er- Blake Thompson led the Bulls 24.
Millsap Dec. 3. win pulled down five rebounds with 14 points. Zach Forsythe Dylan Hightower scored 11
Bridgeport managed just sev- apiece. added 11. points. Jarrett Roper added sev-
en points in the first half, falling “I thought our girls played well “This was our first junior varsi- en, and Brayden Broussard had
behind 25-7. tonight despite the loss,” said ty game,” said Bridgeport coach five.
Nikki Mowery led Bridgeport, Bridgeport coach Cheila Dem- Alan Green. “We have a lot to “We are getting better and did
scoring six points and pulling mitt. “Being outsized at most work on and hope to improve ev-
down three rebounds. Mariah Continued on page 6
Clayton added four points and
two rebounds.
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By GARY CLAYTON identified as Theileria equi (for- ting the blood parasite responsible of blood from one equine animal to ate samples may be collected for
Wise Co. Extension Agent merly known as Babesia equi), for for causing equine piroplasmosis,” another. laboratory testing.
long periods of time. Dr. Hillman explained. “At this “Equine owners may want to “Currently, we have no indica-
A tick-borne disease known as “Although equine piro- time, we do not know consult with their veterinarians tion that this tick-transmitted dis-
equine piroplasmosis has been plasmosis is not consid- which species of tick is for recommendations on prevent- ease has occurred at other sites in
confirmed on a ranch in South ered to be endemic in the responsible for trans- ing tick infestation,” said Dr. Hill- Texas, but maintaining vigilance
Texas. Additional testing is being U.S., cases have been de- mitting infection on the man. “If equine animals exhibit for this blood parasite is necessary
conducted to determine the extent tected on occasion,” said South Texas ranch. Ad- signs of illness, a veterinarian in determining the extent of this
of infection. Horses on the ranch Dr. Bob Hillman, Texas’ ditional blood and tick should be contacted, so appropri- disease situation,” he said.
are quarantined to their premises, state veterinarian and samples are being col-
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Equine piroplasmosis can affect the state’s livestock and National Veterinary Ser-
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to many diseases, including poor piroplasmosis was de- Dr. Hillman said there
appetite and weight loss. tected in Missouri, with is no vaccine for equine
Death losses can occur. Some in- a related case found in Kansas. In piroplasmosis, and treatment
fected equine animals may exhibit 2008, the infection was detected generally is not effective against
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FOCUS ON 4-H
By ADRIAN ARREDONDO Millican and Morgan Barnes; youth development program lamps.
Wise Co. Extension Agent Team B – Dustin Davis, Shel- of the Texas AgriLife Exten- Sheep should always have
by Vanover, Mason Maynard sion Service, a part of the a blanket on no matter what,
4-H members from across and Sarah Beavers; Texas A&M Sys- but during the colder days
the Rolling Plains District Team C – Lyndi Lut- tem. make sure they have some- 940-689-8388
competed in the 2009 4-H trull, Monica Qualls ! thing that can keep them
Nutrition Quiz Bowl contest and Ty Watson; Winter is upon warm. You should leave the
on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at Team E – JD Rain- us and it is time wool on them about 1” to 1/2”
the Wilbarger Auditorium ey, Kaitlyn Wolf and to start getting long; that will provide some
in Vernon. Approximately Clayton Egle; Team ready for those cold warmth to the lambs.
125 youth, participating in
teams, took part in the com-
F – Fallon Sachse,
Emily Egle and Les-
nights and days. It
is very important
Rabbit, chicken and all oth-
er livestock should be kept as
Wise County
petitive games testing their
knowledge of nutrition, food
safety and food economics.
lieann Hoyl.
The contest was
sponsored by Texas
that you have the
proper shelter for
ARREDONDO your animal.
warm as possible.
!
If you are not officially en-
Spirit Of Christmas
Wise County Team D won AgriLife Extension Your project will rolled by Dec. 30, you will not
the Junior Division and went
undefeated. Team members
Service, a part of the Texas need somewhere to keep
A&M System. warm and dry and a place
be able to participate in the
Wise County Youth Fair as a
Toy Drive
included: Logan Moore, Mi- Educational programs con- where it can bed down for the 4-H member. Call the Exten-
chaela Cross, Christian Cross ducted by the Texas AgriL- night on a dry area. sion office at (940) 627-3341
and Thaine Laaser. ife Extension Service are for Pigs are very susceptible for more information on en-
Other Wise County youth people of all ages regardless to getting sick. The ideal rolling in 4-H. Youth Fair
who participated included: of socioeconomic level, race, shelter for your hogs would Tag-In will be Jan. 9 for all
Team A – Caitlin Pruett, color, sex, religion, disability be a covered box with hay or sheep, goats, hogs and non-
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THIS WEEK’S EVENTS ... LaBrada at (940) 399-9504.
ANGEL FOOD — Crossroads Church in Decatur will accept AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM — Decatur Public Library’s
orders and payments online for Angel Food through BENEFIT ACCOUNT — A benefit account has been set up free after-school program for students in fifth grade and
Wednesday, Dec. 9. Cash, check and foodstamp orders at First Financial Bank for the children of Mary Smith of up is 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Students will
will be accepted through noon the same day. Food will Bridgeport who was killed in a car accident Tuesday, Dec. participate in a variety of age-appropriate activities. For
be distributed from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 19, 1, in Granbury. She has five children. Donations can be Continued on page 8
at the church. The basic box is $30 and provides dinners made at any First Financial location.
for a family of four for about a week. Meat and vegetable
boxes are also available, including some holiday special
boxes. See http://www.crossroadsdecatur.com/angel-
food-ministries for more information, this month’s menu
ANGEL TREE — Slidell FCCLA is sponsoring an Angel Tree
for students in Slidell ISD whose families need assistance
this holiday season. To adopt a student, contact Julie Wright
I NEED A HOME!
and specials, and for the link for online ordering. Call (940) at (940) 466-3118 or jwright@slidellisd.net.
626-4527. Very Sweet, Male.
YEARBOOKS NEEDED — In an attempt to establish a About 6 months old,
ANGELS TOY DRIVE — Angels Care Home Health in Decatur complete, permanent file of Chico High School yearbooks, Rottweiler Mix
is collecting new, unwrapped toys to support the Spirit of the CHS library is asking for donations of annuals. To adopt me or see other
Christmas campaigns in Decatur and Bridgeport. Donations Yearbooks from 2006, 1991 and all yearbooks dated before pets available for adoption
may be brought to the Angels Care office at 106 S. 1985 are needed. Call the library at (940) 644-5783.
Washburn Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Call: Tammy Loomis
Wednesday, Dec. 9. For information, call (940) 627-6888. BENEFIT ACCOUNT — A benefit account has been set up 940-627-7577 or visit our website www.sheriff.co.wise.tx.us
for Melissa Huya of Bridgeport at all First Financial Bank Sponsored by: Brown & Rotramble Law Firm
APPLICATOR’S LICENSE — A private applicator training and locations. Huya has been diagnosed with brain cancer. Brenda Brown & Che Rotramble
test is 8 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, at the Extension office. Attorneys at Law
This class is for individuals who do not have a pesticide TIP CLUB — An Oil Field Sales Tips Club has been formed 401 S. Trinity • Decatur • 940-627-6612
in cooperation with
applicator’s license but would like to get one. The class is for people in oil field sales positions. The group will meet
Wise County Animal Services
limited to the first 20 paid participants. A registration fee for lunch and exchange information to achieve success in a
of $45 includes study books and lunch. For information, call slow economy. The club will be made up of only one of each
(940) 627-3341. different oil field service company so information will not be
swapped with a competitor. For information, call Jennifer at
2
LOOK FOR VOTER CARDS — The Wise County Elections (940) 466-9676.
office has begun mailing voter registration cards. Check the
911 address, school district, commissioner precinct and
city jurisdiction (if applicable) and call the elections office
at (940) 626-4453 if you have any questions. If you do not
receive a card by Dec. 9, contact the office.
HOUSING REVIEW — The Bridgeport Housing Authority
has the 2010/5-year annual plan available at its office for
a 45-day period. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday
through Thursday at 1508 Cobb St. in Bridgeport.
Gold Cash
SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS — Decatur Spirit of Christmas BLUE LIGHTS — Concerns of Police Survivors is
Nooks ‘n Crannies
angels are now on display on trees at all area banks. Coats encouraging law enforcement families, friends and law
will be accepted at all Decatur financial institutions through enforcement agencies to decorate in blue lights this holiday is buying your:
Dec. 10 for the Spirit of Christmas coat drive. Infant through season. By placing one blue light in a window, it will show • Gold • Estate Jewelry
young adult sizes will be accepted. support for officers killed in the line of duty and those who
continue to work America’s streets. By placing strings • Silver • Broken Gold
SUPPORT GROUP — Bariatric Solutions will host its monthly of blue lights outside the home, at the department and • Flatware Jewelry
group support meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, at its throughout the community, law enforcement officers will
• Diamonds • Knives
office, 800 Medical Center Drive Suite D, in Decatur. The know they are appreciated.
meetings provide group support for patients who have had
or who are thinking about having weight-loss surgery. The TOYS FOR TOTS — Karl Klement Ford in Decatur is a Get immediate
topic will be beauty tips for the weight-loss patient. collection point for packaged toys for Toys for Tots. For
information, call Angie Mathai at (940) 627-1101.
CASH for your
GED TEST — The GED Test will be administered by the holiday spending!
Bridgeport school district Dec. 14-15. Call (940) 683- WORK FOR SENIORS — Experience Works is offering job
1830 ext. 1250 or go to bridgeportisd.net and click on opportunities in Wise County. They are a national, nonprofit
“Community,” then “GED information” for the forms and organization that provides paid on-the-job training and
109 W. Main St., Decatur (On The Square)
information on testing. Must pre-register before noon Dec. employment services for low-income seniors older than 940-393-1815 Cell • 940-626-1588 Office
10. 55. For information, call (866) 397-9757, go to www.
experienceworks.org or visit North Central Texas Work
TOY DRIVE — Decatur Tire Store is collecting toys for Spirit Force at 1810 FM 51 South in Decatur.
of Christmas through Dec. 11. Punch and cookies will be
served Dec. 11.
Where shopping
ADULT SOCCER — Wise County Adult Soccer Association is revolves around you 24/7
saturday
at (940) 233-0193 for information or to enter a team.
A BENEFIT ACCOUNT has also been established at First
gifts
Need
Afternoon
doorbusters
Financial Bank of Bridgeport for Emily. Donations will go Pricing
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angels available. They want to ensure one gift for every Offer good thru 12/31/2009. See our Important Customer Information below for Important Deferred Interest details. Excludes Outlet Stores. ***Free standard local delivery on any appliance over $399 after discounts and coupons. Standard delivery includes
delivery within the local delivery area Mon. thru Fri. and delivery not requiring additional services or time. Outside local delivery area, customer pays an additional charge. Rebate values, local areas and additional charges vary. Maximum rebate value $75.
resident. Pick up an angel by Dec. 18. For more information See store for details. Excludes KitchenAid® built-in refrigeration and Outlet Stores. Offer good thru 12/31/2009. See sears.com for online rebate details. Oregon customers receive value of rebate at point of sale.
CHRISTMAS EVENTS
CHRISTMAS AT THE LIBRARY — The Decatur Public Library HONORING VETERANS — The “Wreaths Across America” p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13. A drawing for two quilts will also take
hosts a Christmas celebration with Elfie Elf and Santa at 4 Program is 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, in the Wise County place.
p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8. Santa will be available for pictures. Veterans Park in Decatur. The program, in its fourth year,
The free program is for kids in fourth grade and younger. For will be presented by the Wise County Veterans Group. The MISTLETOE AND MOTORCYCLES — Mistletoe and
information, call the library at (940) 627-5512 or visit www. nationwide program honors all U.S. military veterans. This Motorcycles is 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 19.
decaturpubliclibrary.com. year’s program, headed by WCVG member Drue Bruton, will
feature Decatur Mayor Joe Lambert honoring a World War II
OPEN HOUSE — The Wise County Annex Building in veteran. Bridgeport and Decatur Boy Scout troops will place
Bridgeport will hold Christmas open house 4 to 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 9. Cookies and punch will be provided.
16 wreaths around the park.
SANTA
Friday, Dec. 11. Santa will arrive via fire truck. Call (940)
433-5055 for information.
Sleigh?
FORD
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DATION
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Washburn St. Call (940) 626-4585 for information.
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When you
to encourage and reward more easily add financial
states that implement edu- documents to a Web site.
cation reforms in four ar- TxDOT toll violation
eas: program ends
! Enhancing standards Nov. 30 marked the end of
and assessments; an opportunity for toll road
! Improving the collection users to reduce violation
shop at home...
and use of data; fees for unpaid tolls.
! Increasing teacher ef- TxDOT offered to waive
fectiveness and achieving 90 percent of administrative
equity in teacher distribu- and collection fees accrued
tion; and in return for payment of all
! Turning around strug- outstanding tolls.
gling schools. Late-payers also were re-
The U.S. Department of quired to open a “TxTag”
Education will award $4.35 account and keep it in good
billion in Race to the Top standing to receive the fee
funding in two phases, with reduction.
Phase 1 funding awarded About $3 million in late
in spring 2010 and Phase tolls remain owed by rough-
2 funding awarded by Sept. ly 140,000 toll road users,
30, 2010. Texas’ share could TxDOT said.
be as much as $700 million. Abbott defends Texas
White joins race for pledge words
governor Texas Attorney General
Houston Mayor Bill White, Greg Abbott on Dec. 1 filed a
a Democrat, announced his brief with the U.S. Court of
candidacy for governor on Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Dec. 4. defending the constitution-
White’s last day as mayor ality of the Texas Pledge of
will be Jan. 2. He has served Allegiance.
six years at the post and A pending case claims
cannot run for a third term the use of the words “under
because of term limits. God” in the pledge violate
The San Antonio native is the separation clause in the
a graduate of Harvard Uni- First Amendment.
versity and the University Lottery discourages
of Texas School of Law. Pres- tickets for kids
ident Bill Clinton appointed The Texas Lottery on Dec.
White Deputy Secretary 3 announced it has joined
of Energy in 1993 and he with the National Council
served in that capacity until on Problem Gambling and
1997. McGill University in dis-
Upon White’s announce- couraging adults from pur-
ment, rancher Hank Gilbert chasing lottery tickets for
of Tyler ended his candidacy children.
for governor and instead “Holiday tickets with fes-
will run for agriculture com- tive artwork and winter
missioner on the Democratic themes are always popular
ticket. as stocking stuffers, but the
Financial openness is games are designed with
recognized adults in mind. You must
The Texas Comptroller’s be at least 18 years old to
office has launched a new purchase a Texas Lottery
“Leadership Circle” pro- ticket,” said Texas Lottery
gram to spotlight local gov- Commission Deputy Execu-
ernmental bodies that have tive Director Gary Grief.
opened their financial re- !
cords to the public. Ed Sterling is director
on community events.
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Holiday Baking
Contest
Thursday, Dec. 10
Entries are due by 9 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 10
Messenger Office • 115 S. Trinity, Decatur
Categories:
Pies ~ Cakes ~ Breads ~ Cookies
Candies ~ Appetizers
$100 - First Place • $75 - Second Place ENTIRE STOCK
$50 - Third Place • $25 Fourth Place of Carhartt Jeans
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• Participants may submit one entry per category. Carpenter
• Entries should include - whole pies, cakes or breads
and at least a dozen cookies, candies or appetizers.
• Entry should include the recipe and the cook’s name,
address and phone number on a separate card.
Judging will include taste, appearance and difficulty of
recipe. Entries will not be returned. Winners and their
recipes will be published in the Annual
Christmas Greetings edition, Thursday, Dec. 24
115 S. Trinity, Decatur • 940-627-5987
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WISE COUNTY
PET TALK
Heart disease is the leading Signs of heart disease can problems; but ultimately the for appropriate health screen- ways be prevented, but most having your pet regularly
cause of death for both men include cough, increased treatment that is used is de- ing recommendations. can be detected by being evaluated by your veterinar-
and women, worldwide. Pet breathing rate, breathing pendent on the type of cardi- Heart problems cannot al- aware of what to look for and ian.
owners should also be con- difficulty, fainting or de- ac problem your pet has,” said
cerned for the hearts of their creased activity level. A heart Saunders.
Joanne Pham, MD
beloved animal friends. The murmur or irregular heart “Heartworm disease is a
heart is a complex organ, and rhythm might be found dur- common problem in dogs and
it is important to be aware of ing an examination. Diagnos- cats that is transmitted by
the heart diseases a pet can tic testing, frequently using a mosquitoes” said Saunders.
develop and to know what to combination of xrays, heart “It is one of the only heart
Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery
look for so that your pet can ultrasound, electrocardio- related conditions that can Medical & Surgical Treatment for Disorders of the Ear, Nose & Throat
have the best possible care. gram and blood pressure, is be prevented with a monthly Allergy Testing & Treatment
“Dogs and cats can be born required to diagnose the un- pill or topical liquid placed on
with cardiac problems or de-
velop them later in life” said
derlying heart disease and
select the most appropriate
the neck that absorbs into the
skin.” Judy A. DeMorest, AuD CCC-A
Dr. Ashley Saunders. “Some of therapy. Treatment for heart Treatment is possible but Board Certified in Audiology
the acquired cardiac diseases failure includes a combina- is more costly than monthly
Hearing Aid Dispensing & Servicing
in animals are similar to car- tion of medications and life- prevention. Dogs can be test- Comprehensive Hearing Evaluation for Pediatrics & Adults
diac disease in people and style changes related to diet ed for heartworm disease an- Custom Earmold Fitting
include leaky heart valves or and activity level. Some of the nually.
a weak heart muscle result- heart diseases diagnosed in Specific breeds that are
ing in heart failure. Dogs and
cats can both develop high
puppies can be treated with
minimally invasive proce-
more prone to cardiac prob-
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Thursday Issue: 10 a.m. Tuesday
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Classified Gold: 10 a.m. Friday
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Sunday Issue: 3 p.m. Tuesday mediately after it appears in the paper and
report at once any error found. Claims for
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adjustment should be made at that time.
• Real Estate for Sale • Homes • Apartments • Roommate Wanted • Business Opportunity • Medical/Dental • Childcare • Let Me Fix It • Farm Equipment • Livestock Stud Service Special Offers: The Wise County Messenger is responsible
• Acreage • Lots • Business Property • Spaces & Lots • Employment • Miscellaneous • Adult/Elderly Care • Miscellaneous • Fencing • Livestock Supplies for an incorrect ad only the first time it
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headline for two weeks for $25, and if P.O. Box 149
you don’t sell your item at the end of two Decatur, TX 76234-0149
weeks, you’ll receive the next two weeks
• Pets • Pet Care/Training • Appliances • Firewood • Boats • Accessories • Card of Thanks • Personal • Legal Notices FREE. Run the same ad in Classified Gold
• Pets Lost & Found • Pet Stud Services • Clothing/Jewelry • Miscellaneous • Cars • Trailers • Let’s Swap • Wanted • Public Notices for an additional $16 for four weeks (price
• Furniture • Auctions • Recreational Vehicles • Wanted to Buy • Lost & Found
based on 20 word or less ad).
• Garage Sales • Trucks
3-BEDROOM, 2-BATH
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RENTA Homes • Duplex Housing and cable provided. $500/month 2-bath. NO PETS ALLOWED. Karl
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Realty, • Homes • Mobile Homes • plus deposit. (940)210-5450.
Rooms • Roommate Wanted
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park. Oversized country setting lot.
Management. (940)368-1811. $1,600/month - $800/down
205 W. Ash • Decatur - 3/2/2
Ready Dec. 1
EMPLOYM • Employment Information
• Adult/Elderly Care
• Childcare Sandford Oil Company
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY
Newly renovated. Payments to fit Office/retail space. 1,000-7,000
$
1,300/month • $300/deposit • Food Service • Medical/
your budget. Damaged credit OK. square feet for lease. 402 & 406 E. Ash • Decatur - 3/2/1 Dental • Miscellaneous
(682)286-0693, agent #036227. (940)627-2510. $
Ready Dec. 1
1,190/month • $300/deposit
• Office • Retail/Sales
• Trades • Work Wanted We are seeking commercial vehicle
OWNER FINANCE 107 S. Lane • Decatur - 2/1/2 CP
Used double wides starting at $15k. Office building near Courthouse
Square. 3 offices, reception/waiting
Ready Dec. 15
$895/month • $300/deposit
drivers with Haz-Mat endorsements
For information call Xtreme at
Employment information
(940)626-8117 or 4320 US Hwy.
380, Decatur.
area, kitchen & restroom, CH/A.
$850/month, 1st/last plus deposit.
All homes include lawn care.
to work in the East Texas/
WILLIAMS MOBILE HOME SERV.
(940)389-5588. 940-372-0634 !!ATTENTION!!
Advertising under this classifica- Louisiana area. We operate Peterbilt
Best deal on moving, set up & trim Office space for lease. Approxi- tion is normally not a bona fide
3/1.5 brick home in Cottondale.
outs. Bonded, licensed & insured.
(940)433-3117.
mately 2,000 square feet. Prime lo-
cation. (940)389-5407.
Quiet home in country. $750/month,
$500/deposit. (806)373-1886.
opportunity. Typically, compa-
nies advertising here offer infor-
tank trucks and fuel the oil well “frac”
4-bedroom & 3-bedroom available,
mation about potential employ-
ment. Some are selling this infor- site equipment. We are going to hire
PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: N. Cates Court, Decatur. New mation. We suggest that our
All real estate advertising in this This newspaper will not know-
homes, all brick, pets welcome.
(817)247-0246.
readers thoroughly investigate drivers to work here and in the East
newspaper is subject to the Fair ingly accept any advertising for these advertisers before invest-
Housing Act which makes it illegal
to advertise “any preference, limita-
real estate which is in violation of
the law. Our readers are hereby
Available immediately, new 1-bed- ing any money. Texas area. If you are interested,
room home, 18 gated acres, 5 miles
tion or discrimination based on
race, color, religion, sex, handicap,
informed that all dwellings adver-
tised in this newspaper are available north Decatur. Horse facility, pas-
ture. $850/month, includes utilities. Medical/Dental
please call 940-627-2689.
familial status or national origin, on an equal opportunity basis. To
or an intention, to make any such complain of discrimination call (940)210-3132. (940)255-2582.
preference, limitation or discrimina-
tion.” Familial status includes chil-
HUD toll-free at
1-800-669-9777. The BEAUTIFUL 3/2/2 Bridgeport Health Care Center has Start Pay $12.36 hour
dren under the age of 18 living with toll-free telephone Brick on 1 acre. Ceramic tile, openings for: weekend RN;
parents or legal custodians, pregnant
women and people securing custody
number for the
hearing impaired is
kitchen island, split bedrooms, ga-
rage door opener, fenced yard.
2-10p.m. LVN; CNAs, all shifts; Med
Aide. Apply in person, 102 W.
Paid Insurance, 401(k) Plan,
of children under 18. 1-800-927-9275. EQUAL HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY
$1,100/month, $1,100/deposit.
(817)320-7065.
Cates,
jlwall2@yahoo.com.
Bridgeport.
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EMPLOYMENT SERVICES FARM AND RANCH FOR SALE
Miscellaneous
Experienced maintenance & front
desk needed. Hotel experience a
plus. Apply in person, LaQuinta Inns
Childcare
Childcare available Mon., Wed., &
Fri. in your Decatur/Rhome area
home. References upon request,
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& Suites, Highway 287, Decatur. 30-years-experience. (817)444-0861, Teater. service in Hay Sales. New/Warranty
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We make house calls! Mobile auto mercial. Base & dirt work. 40+ years Square bales, $13/each, 200 bale
repair. Dead batteries, minor re- experience. (940)626-4469 or ALL NATURAL BEEF
minimum. Call Larry Middleton,
Firewood
pairs, tire changes, etc. Call (940)393-3612. straight from the ranch. Young, ten-
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ACCEPTING
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APPLICATIONS Housecleaning
(817)312-2929, (940)210-3336.
ATTENTION: HORSES WANTED
Wise County liquid feed distributor,
minerals, feeder tubs. Call
(940)389-8511.
SPLIT FIREWOOD $60
• General Labor I hang Christmas lights and decora-
tions. Call Michael @
Will remove or buy unwanted
horses. Also, buy used trailers.
(817)675-6545, (940)748-2785,
(817)739-2943.
Your truck, we load or delivery avail-
HEART FOR HOMES able. (817)444-0861.
(817)360-7617 or (940)210-5552.
• Clerical Prepare now for holiday season! Of- (817)919-1744 .
fice, house cleaning, organizing. BLACK BRANGUS PETS
• Skilled Labor References available, free esti- pure bred, registered bull, 2 1/2 Miscellaneous
mates, liability insurance. Sharon,
(940)389-8883.
Williams’ Hauling years old, ready for service. • Pets
• Bookkeepers & Tractor Works
(940)627-2102. • Pets Lost & Found
PETS
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE
• Pet Care/Training
BRANGUS HEIFERS • Pet Stud Services
New diesel generator, $3,250. 6 HP
MASTER’S TOUCH CLEANING trash pump, $1,100. 6 HP pressure
• Brushhog & Finish Mowing Excellent quality, 2 registered bred,
Service. Residential cleaning & • Blading, Plowing & Tilling washer, $650. Two 8’ RK tool boxes
household assistance. Quality work, 2 registered open, 2 comm’l open.
• Backhoe work, driveways Alvord, TX (940)393-5306 or with pipe rack, $300.
references available, free quotes. • Dirt, sand & gravel hauling (817)239-1370.
Arleen, (940)627-7317, • Land Clearing
(1-800)860-7644.
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The television program “60 Minutes” recently did a dis- first step is to contact your doctor or health care provider. ID card.
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care recipients need to take if they suspect fraud, and what step is to report the questionable charges to Medicare at groceries, transportation, or other items in exchange for
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