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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2009 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER
ALVORD • AURORA • BOYD • BRIDGEPORT • CHICO • DECATUR • GREENWOOD • NEWARK • NEW FAIRVIEW • PARADISE • RHOME • RUNAWAY BAY •SLIDELL
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Messenger photos by Joe Duty
Fathers and daughters flocked to the Bridgeport Park and Recreation Department’s Daddy-Daughter Dance on Friday. Above, Anthony Bohot and Sierra Jackson get some cake. At right, Adam and Sara Huitt take a photo to remember the night. One hundred forty-seven people attended the dance.
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By NEIL SPERRY
Dear Neil: Last year, and again over the winter, we have had small red ants that were so active around our fl owers and vegetables that they have stunted them for several weeks. Sevin dust seems to stop them for a few days, but they pop up else-where and are just as dam-aging. What should we use?
There are almost as many ant controls as there are types of ants. It always helps to have the proper identifi -cation before making recom-mendations. However, you may have fi re ant mounds. The ants are below ground and sedentary much of the winter, but warm, sunny days will generate a lot of activity, particularly when you accidentally disturb their mounds. You can use the long-term fi re ant baits around the perimeter of your garden. There are oth-er contact insecticides, both organic and inorganic, that can be applied within an ex-isting garden to eliminate mounds for a short time, but
follow the label directions carefully.
Dear Neil: We had about 10 percent as heavy a pecan crop this past fall as last year. And, those that did form were rotted in their shells. They were covered with black spots, and they had meats that had a very bitter taste. We threw all of them away. What can we do to avoid such problems this year?
First, it is absolutely nor-mal for a pecan tree to bear heavily one year and then very lightly the following year (maybe even no pe-cans at all). That’s called “alternate bearing,” and it’s typical of all nut-producing trees, even including oaks. You can nurture the trees to get somewhat heavier yields, but this is still going to be an issue you have to learn to live with. As for the problems you encountered, it sounds like you had pecan scab (black husks and pre-mature drop), bitter kernels (pecan weevils) and rotted kernels (probably hickory shuckworm damage). Find the Homeowner Fruit and Pecan Spray Schedule on-line from Texas A&M, and follow its suggested dates.
Dear Neil: I am the di-rector of a food pantry, and we’re trying to grow our own vegetables to some degree.
Unfortunately, I have john-songrass and nut grass in the garden. Can I use Round Up to kill it? Does it have any lasting effect in the soil that might be of harm to people?
Round Up and other glyphosate herbicides are effective only when they are sprayed on actively growing grass tissues. They do not leave any residue in the soil. While that’s a good thing for starters, it does mean that you can’t use them until the weedy grasses are growing vigorously in the spring and summer. By then, you would need to have your vegetables planted and growing. You should probably consider de-veloping a new garden plot in a nearby area that does not have existing grasses. That would give you produce for this year, plus it would buy you time to eliminate the johnsongrass this spring and summer. As for the nut-sedge, the answer is about the same, but the products are different. In spite of the fact that many people call it “nutgrass,” it’s really a sedge (triangular stems). Grass killers, Round Up included, won’t help much with it. You need to use Image or Man-age this summer. Read and follow label directions if you want really good control.
Dear Neil: The neighbors say I have Japanese hol-lies. They’re very spiny, and
they’ve grown to be about 4 feet tall. Could I cut them back to 1 foot, then keep them more compact by judicious pruning? If so, when should I trim them?
That’s too much to re-move. You can reduce their height and width by 25 or 30 percent, but any more se-vere pruning will risk loss of vigor and ability to regrow. Plus, they are genetically programmed to grow right back to the same height. If you need shorter plants, this is a good time to get them set out. For the record, it sounds more like you have dwarf Chinese hollies. Japanese hollies do not have spines.
Dear Neil: How can we get really large bell peppers like we see in the stores?
Many of those are grown in nearly perfect climates, even in greenhouses. The plants grow vigorously, and their fruit never slows down in its development. In Tex-as, we’re hit with hot, dry weather even before the fi rst peppers can mature. And, if your plants have heavy fruit loads, that will diminish the ultimate size of each indi-vidual fruit, too. Best sug-gestion: take the best pos-sible care of your plants. You might try removing all but a few of the peppers on each plant as well.
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rygardens.com. Neil regretsthat he cannot reply to ques-tions individually.
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GARDENER’S MAILBAG
WISE NOTES FOR CONSUMERS
By TANYA DAVIS
Wise Co. Extension Agent
It’s easy to get fat in Amer-ica. Every day we are con-fronted with an abundance of delicious food that is easily accessible not only in restau-rants and gas stations, but also via drive-thru and home delivery. That’s one reason why the average American gains one to two pounds a year, the equivalent of eating only 100 to 200 extra daily calories, such as a few extra cookies, a second handful of chips or an extra helping at lunch.
Following are three weight management strategies from the American College of Sports Medicine that can help minimize fat gain and opti-mize desired fat loss without feeling denied or deprived of enjoyable food. ■ Strategy No. 1 – Boost
your calcium intake. Eating three to four servings of cal-cium-rich low fat dairy foods per day contributes to the loss of more fat and less muscle compared to dieters who ate less dairy.
■ Strategy No. 2 – Eat breakfast. Although skipping breakfast may seem like a good way to eliminate calories, breakfast skippers tend to be fatter than breakfast eaters. When people eat a larger-than-normal breakfast, they end up eating almost 100 fewer calories by the end of
the day, an amount that can curb creeping obesity.■ Strategy No. 3 – Eat
more fi ber and whole grain foods. Fiber rich foods are satiating (the point that you feel full and choose to stop eating). They also tend to be bulky, which in turn helps
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HONOR ROLLS
Boyd Elementary SchoolThird Six Weeks
A Honor Roll
FIRST GRADE — Joshua Arm-
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Bullard, Madison Burch, Savannah
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A/B Honor Roll
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ley Etter, Angela Flores, Emmanuel
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Carmack, Blake McElroy, Eduardo
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nah Radke, Chelsea Sager, Jaiden
Smith, Trevor Suggs, Braden Waters
and Colton Williams.
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Cheyenne Burch, Hannah Cartwright,
Jacey Cate, Michael Chandler, Hai-
ley Christian, Abigail Crohan, Chey-
enne Dodson, Hailey Dorsett, Taylor
Esquivel, Meghan Farrell, Sarah
Guynes, Helen Harrison, Brittany
Herring, Morgan Lamance, Cordelia
Leija, Justin McCarmack, Macey Mc-
Cune, David Medrano, Jacob Middle-
ton, Cruz Montes, Dawson Moore,
Robert Ransom, Kamrii Suggs, Marc
Trammel, Estefani Valderrama, Ale-
jandro Vazquez, Racheal Warner and
Kristen Whatley.
Boyd Middle SchoolThird Six Weeks
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SEVENTH GRADE — Jake Bryans,
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mack, Marley McCune, Amber Mont-
gomery, Lindsey Stone, Joseph Tate
and Harrison Trantham.
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Martin, Ashley Montgomery and
Rosie Vang.
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vides, Cole Blackwood, Kayla Boaz,
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Drake, Hope Flowers, Paije Ford, Bri-
an Hatley, Nicholas Hittle, Delane’e
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Whitney McCormick, Ryan Reed,
Maritza Rodriquez, Gabriella Saldivar,
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Caleb Smith, Mackensie Smith, Saf-
fron Smith, Michelle Soky, Julie Tay-
lor, Mireya Uribe, Courtney Wells and
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nas, Dakota Caldara, Andrea Cheek,
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Angelia Nelon, Adrian Nelson, Kendall
Newby, Madelaine Pack, Cody Petty,
Julie Reed, Travis Ruhmann, Court-
ney Sanders, Dalton Sarlow, Lashan-
da Simpson, Star Tate, Taylor Truly,
Yesenia Valderrama, Jennifer Walker,
Brett Wilson and Sheila Wray.
Rann ElementaryThird six weeks
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SECOND GRADE — Yesenia Banu-
elos, Noah Bowker, Dodge Brown,
Payton Browning, Colton Burk, Dylan
Butler, Jasmin Carrillo, Aaron Diac-
zenko, Jay Edwards, Gabriella Gon-
zalez, Oliver Gordon, Tyler Grantham,
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Kostelecky, Dylan Langto, Josue
Mancilla, Courtney Metcalf, Mikena
Minor, Vanessa Morales Coronado,
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Marcus Pena, Michael Phillips, Mor-
gan Picha, Autumn Powell, Meagan
Rhine, Katie Rich, Lauren Richard-
son, Mitchell Ritter, Alexis Rodriguez
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Johnson, Madison Kyle, Thaine Laas-
er, Drew Langto, Lauryn Luttrull, Lo-
gan McNair, Jonathan Mendez, Leslie
Palomo, Victoria Shrull, Joshua Sij,
Sara Stephens, Haleigh Taylor, Han-
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Fernandez, Christopher Fernandez,
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lan Galvan-Dominguez, Riley Granic-
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Maltzman, Tanner Maples, Noah Mc-
Clure, Brandon Nelson, Nash O’Neal,
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Lauren Denny, Beth Douglas, Garrett
Douglas, Miranda Gillespie, Ismael
Godoy, Valeria Gomez, Madelynn
Goss, Dillon Graves, London Grundy,
Ernesto Huerta, Isaac Ille, Christian
Isaac, Mason Lee, Sydney Jeffrey,
Teyton Jenkins, Alec Johnson, Sa-
brina Leal, Rebecca Marsh, Olivia
Martin, Elijah Miller, Nayeli Morales,
Joseph Parker, Jesus Perez, Stormi
Philpot, Aubree Pittman, Sydney
Pyland, Halie Ramos, Alan Rangel
Aguilar, Casey Reynolds, Esmi Ro-
driguez, Jacob Riggs, Braden Snow,
Ayita Thacker, Reagan Thomas, Alec
Uselton, Jordan White and Caution
Young.
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Bishop, Hunter Boaz, Alexis Boyles,
Ivan Cantu, Presley Dailey, Bryce
Elder, Riley Erwin, Vista Fullingim,
Jesus Gonzalez, Mark Graves, Cody
Grimes, Christi Hardee, Abbie Hei-
ens, Yoseli Ibarra Gam, Justin Kel-
logg, Marc Lara, Christopher Leon,
Luis Llanas, Sapphire Love, Steven
McGee, Christopher Miles, Maliah
Minor, Joseph Moon, Briana Pedro-
za, Brenden Prentice, Chardonnay
Ravenstein, Alvaro Rayas, Anthony
Reta, Kaylee Rhine, Juan Rivera,
Mercedes Rivera, Pedro Rivera, Fal-
lon Sachse, Emily-Anne Semmel-
mann, Wyatt Smither and Ramey
Walther.
Decatur Intermediate School
Third six weeks
A Honor Roll
FIFTH GRADE — Bryson Allen,
Lauren Arnold, Sara Baker, Matthew
Berryman, Kelsey Blase, Brooklyn
Blaylock, Sara Bridges, Idan Caldera,
Alexia Cantu, Brandon Clowers, Wil-
liam Davis, Joely Diaczenko, Benja-
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Mary Gamboa Martinez, Peyton
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Jacob Goebel, Malcolm Harlan, Mi-
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Leslieann Hoyl, Payden Hudgens,
Madison Hudson, Amellia Hurtado,
Dylana Hutchins, Tannor Jackson,
Ashley Johnson, Riley Keller, Kyndal
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Cade Lamirand, Benjamin Lunday,
Ryan Lutes, Robert Lynch, Gabriela
Mendez, Bailee Miller, Blane Miller,
Bryce Miller, Marissa Muehlstein,
Addison Nation, Emilee Newton,
Sarah Nicholson, Brandon Palomo,
Kourtney Pettigrew, Macee Reed,
Madison Reed, Samantha Sanders,
Tucker Schuring, Benjamin Shotwell,
Ethan Sij, Lucas Smither, Carolyn
Spear, Cole Stallard, Luke Thomas,
Dawson Thompson, Cameron Trach-
ta, Benjamin Walker, Renae White,
Courtney Wilson and Anna Young.
SIXTH GRADE — Sarah Alling,
Ashtyn Bell, Bailey Berry, Jennifer
Bradford, Kyle Carr, Jacob Cobb,
Charles Cone, Carla Cook, Brook-
lynn Crooks, Chelsea Cryer, Meghan
Darst, Robert Davila, Kristen Ediger,
Clayton Egle, Bonnie Emrick, Angela
Ferris, Ethan Fitzgerald, Addison
Gage, William Garner, Nancy Grant,
Madison Grantham, Zachary Greiner,
Alexis Hamm, Mathile Hornback,
Claudia Inguanzo, Vivian Inguanzo,
Jacob Kevetter, Abigail Knight, Stor-
mi Leonard, Angelica Lopez, Caro-
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Jennifer Romero, Hayley Sanders-Eu-
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Macen Stripling, Morgan Taylor,
Chance Walther and Wesley Young.
A/B Honor Roll
FIFTH GRADE — Joaquin Aldape,
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Brody Beck, Brooklyn Bedford, Zach-
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Brotherton, Rylie Burden, Garrett
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King, Marissa Ledford, Lindsey Lee,
Jorje Martinez, Jackee-Lin McCloud,
Christopher Moreno, Maci Morton,
Cecilia Ochoa, Emily Oxford, Geor-
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SUDOKU
By GARY CLAYTON
Wise County Extension Agent
Late winter is the time to prune fruit and nut trees. The most rapid wound healing occurs in spring and early summer. Therefore, pruning cuts made now with clean, sharp pruning tools will heal rapidly with the onset of spring growth.
I see more fruit trees mispruned, or not pruned at all, than almost any other plant. Fruit trees need good pruning in or-der to build strong branch structure and produce good crops of quality fruit. Your county Extension offi ce has free infor-mation on proper pruning for various fruit and nut tree spe-cies.
Check your fruit trees for scale insects. With the foliage off of the plant, it is much easier to detect and control scale dur-ing the late dormant season. Make sure and apply oil sprays before growth begins in early spring.
Plant fruit and nut trees as soon as possible to give them lots of time to settle in and start to establish a root system before the onset of hot weather. When buying plants, the biggest is not always the best, especially when dealing with
bare-root fruit trees. The small to medium sizes are usually less expensive and often establish faster, since their rela-tive loss of roots is not as great as the larger sized bare-root plants. Commercial orchardists know this and often choose the small to medium size trees.
Complete all bare-root fruit tree planting soon. Container grown trees may be planted later but the success of bare-root planting decreases rapidly with the onset of spring. Three keys to success with fruit are variety selection, sun exposure and soil. Virtually all fruit plants want a full sun location or something close to it. When it comes to soil, good drainage is a must. Get these three right, and you are well on your way to a bountiful harvest!
Complete pruning of deciduous fruit trees, vines and bush-es. Most fruit trees and vines require a signifi cant degree of pruning, while pears and blueberries need very little prun-ing. Fruitful plants depend on good sunlight, so remove the unproductive wood (few if any bloom buds), and thin out the remaining branches.
Spray fruit trees with dormant oil before they bloom if scale has been a problem in the past. Oils will burn new growth
that has already pushed out of the bud. However, the scale,mites and other pests they help control are most active and susceptible as the weather begins to warm in late winter.So watch those fruit trees and get your spray on before newgrowth begins. Complete coverage is important. Do not apply oil sprays within 24 hours of a freeze.
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BIRDS AND BEYOND
By CLAIRE CURRY
It’s always fun to take a drive through the country-side. It’s even better when you have time to stop and look at all the birds. Often, you can see birds that would not normally visit your feed-ers or that might be too shy to approach on foot. Mom, our friend, Judy, and I did this just a few weeks ago and enjoyed a wide variety of winter birds.
We started out around 10 a.m. on a cold, but sunny day. Sparrows were fl ying up as we drove slowly along. White-crowned and Harris’s Sparrows perched in brush alongside the roads.
Fence lines are always a good spot to look for birds for two reasons. First, the fence provides a convenient perch for the bird, allowing you to get a good look at it instead of it landing in the grass. Second, birds poop along the fence regularly and create a brushy fencerow habitat that attracts more birds.
Near a pond, we saw an Eastern Phoebe sitting on a branch over the water. These small fl ycatchers are the only fl ycatcher that we have here during the winter, but they do stay to breed.
This is not the case for many of the sparrows around; all but a few depart for the north in the summer. The only one we saw that does is the Field Sparrow. Several were feed-ing in grass along with Sa-vannah Sparrows, Vesper Sparrows, Dark-eyed Juncos (a type of sparrow, despite their dapper gray and white plumage), and the aforemen-tioned White-crowned and Harris’s Sparrows.
Meadowlarks were every-where. We discussed whether they were Eastern or West-ern, but never did decide. The two species are notoriously diffi cult to identify. Eastern is usually more common here and stays year-round, while Westerns are only winter visitors.
The best way to distinguish the two is by their vocaliza-tions. Eastern has a clear, whistled song, while West-ern’s clear, whistled song ends in a cascade of bubbling notes. Call notes also differ: Eastern is “drrzt” or a series of “drrzt” notes; Western says “quip.” We didn’t identify our meadowlarks because none of them were talking that day.
We saw lots of blackbirds in plowed fi elds and with the cows. Now, when you fi rst see a fl ock of blackbirds swirl-ing over the fi elds among the cows, they all look the same. Once they settle down, you can start to see the different species.
Brown-headed Cowbirds are a very common species. Males have black bodies with shiny brown heads, while females are dull brown all over. Both are chunky with conical beaks. Red-winged Blackbirds are quite familiar
to most with males having a red patch (edged with yellow; this is not always visible) at the bend of the wing. Fe-males can be a bit more con-fusing; they look like large dark streaky sparrows with very sharp beaks.
The fi nal species we saw that day was Brewer’s Black-birds. They are one of my fa-vorites. They are like dainty grackles. Males sport shiny blue-black plumage and a yellow eye. Their beak is thin compared to a grackle or the other blackbirds. Females are dapper gray-brown, some-what like the female cowbird but with a slender beak.
The big highlights of our day were the hawks. First, a cheeky Northern Harrier was dive-bombing an in-nocent Turkey Vulture that was perched in a tree. Next, we saw a beautiful Cooper’s Hawk perching in a wooded patch. It sat there for sev-eral minutes, allowing us to admire its fi erce red eyes, bright yellow feet and the crisp striping in its wings and tail as it stretched. Too soon, it fl ew away.
Later in the morning, we began to notice how many Red-tailed Hawks were out. We stopped at a lake to scan for ducks. There were no ducks, but an Eared Grebe caught our attention, way off in the distance. Soon we were admiring the many Red-tailed Hawks. One, however, seemed a little different.
We began watching as this mystery hawk started soar-ing toward us. It was very pale on both the wings and tail compared to a Red-tailed Hawk. Finally, we thought it might be a Ferruginous Hawk due to its extremely pale plumage.
Of course, then it just had to land out of sight on the ground. We couldn’t see it anymore, but Ferruginous Hawks do like to perch on the ground quite often.
We decided that it prob-ably was that species, which is a rare winter visitor in our area, but we weren’t able to get any photos. Luckily for us, it reappeared later on the
other side of the same fi eld. It soared right over us, and we were able to photograph it and get good enough looks to identify it as a Ferruginous Hawk for sure.
We thoroughly enjoyed our drive with excellent views of birds, both common and rare, from big hawks to tiny spar-rows. Keep your eyes peeled as you drive around this win-ter; you never know what you will fi nd.
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The next monthly fi eld trips on the Lyndon B. John-son National Grasslands will be March 4. We will depart at 9 a.m. from the Forest Service District Offi ce in De-
catur. For more information, call Mary Curry (see below) or the Forest Service District Offi ce at (940) 627-5475.
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Claire and Mary Curry are nature enthusiasts based in Greenwood. If you would like to contact them, e-mail them at [email protected] or call them at (940) 466-3299.
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SUDOKU SOLUTIONS
By ADRIAN ARREDONDO
Wise Co. Extension Agent
Producing and rearing broilers and roasters for show is an intricate process.
After birds reach 4 weeks of age, their ideal temperature range is 60 to 75 degrees.
When winter temperatures permit, the house should be par-tially opened to improve airfl ow and remove moisture. Supple-mental heat may be needed when the outside temperature is low.
In hot weather, fans or evaporative coolers are used to cool birds more than 4 weeks old.
LightingProvide all-night light for broilers and roasters. Twenty-
four-hour lighting (natural and artifi cial) improves feathering and increases weight, especially during the summer months. Hang a 40-watt bulb at least 6 feet above the birds after re-moving heat lamps.
FeedingOptimum performance is dependent on proper nutrition.
The feed dealer should be informed of the type of feed required at least two weeks before chicks arrive so that fresh feed can be ordered. It is absolutely essential that birds receive a high-quality poultry feed containing at least 20 percent protein. Lower protein feeds will not do the job. Some exhibitors start
chicks on a high-protein (26 percent to 30 percent) turkey or game bird starter to stimulate additional growth. Feed the higher protein feed for two weeks, and switch to a broiler feed for the remaining feeding period.
Small amounts of broiler feed lightly moistened with cook-ing oil and fed several times during the day will stimulate older birds to eat more and increase growth. This supplemen-tal feeding practice can be particularly helpful in hot weather with birds more than 4 weeks of age.
Caution: Do not put out more moistened feed than the birds can eat in 10 to 15 minutes, and do not moisten the feed until feeding time. Be certain all birds can eat at the same time.
An adequate level of vitamins in the diet is required to pre-vent leg weakness. Adequate vitamin intake can be ensured and leg problems minimized by adding water soluble poultry vitamins to drinking water at the manufacturer’s recommend-ed level for the fi rst seven days. Do not add vitamins past this period. Continued high levels can create health problems.
All birds should be able to eat at once. One pie or cookie pan for feed and one chick waterer per 25 chicks are needed the fi rst seven days.
For the fi rst four weeks, one tube-type feeder per 25 birds is required. After four weeks, one tube-type feeder is needed for every 15 birds. Clean, fresh water must be available at all times. One 2-gallon waterer per 50 chicks is required for the fi rst four weeks.
One 2-gallon waterer per pen is required after birds are culled at the end of the fourth week. Waterers should be rinsed
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Kemp inducted into
honor fraternitySue Kemp of Chico was inducted into
the Phi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Weatherford College Nov. 16, 2008. Kemp is majoring in business.
Phi Theta Kappa is an honor society serving two-year colleges. Students must rank in the top 20 percent of their class to be invited into the orga-nization.
Williams
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Claborn named to
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Morse makes
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Students named to
WC dean’s list
Several Wise County students were named to the Weatherford College dean’s list for the fall 2008 semester. To be eligible for the dean’s list, students must be enrolled in 12 or more hours, have no grade lower than a C and meet the minimum grade point average.
Wise County residents included: John Roberts of Aurora; Alicia James, Ashton Walling and Matthew Watkins of Bridgeport; Katrina George of Boyd; Ashley Little, Leanne Shepard and Mi-chelle Slonaker of Chico; Britney Bale, Amy Drew, Brandi Hardy, Kimberly Hughes, Alexandria Ryees, Karina Verdugo and Mark Wirtz of Decatur; Thomas Bryan, Teresa Exner, Seth Foster, Johan Muller and Felicia Simp-son of Paradise; and Laura Tidwell of Rhome.
Findley, Smith
named to honor rollsMatt D. Findley, Bridgeport High
School graduate, was named to the President’s Honor Roll list and Lauren R. Smith, a Decatur High School grad-uate, was named to the Dean’s Honor Roll list at Southwestern Oklahoma State University for the fall 2008 se-mester.
The President’s Honor Roll requires a student to earn all “A’s” in 12 or more hours during a semester. The Dean’s Honor Roll requires a student to earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher with no grade lower than a “C” in 12 or more hours during a semester.
Thompson makes
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Mark Allen Thompson II of Rising Star, formerly of Paradise, has been named to the dean’s honor roll at Tex-as Tech University for earning a grade point average of 3.5 or better for the fall of 2008. Allen will be inducted into the Texas Tech University honor soci-ety Phi Eta Sigma on March 1.
Thompson is the son of Dr. Max and Kerry Thompson of Rising Star and grandson of Allene Thompson of Para-dise.
EDUCATION BRIEFS
FOCUS ON 4-Hdaily and scrubbed twice weekly.
Feed must be kept before birds at all times if maximum growth is to be at-tained. Tube feeders are recommended because they hold an ample supply of feed, can be adjusted easily as birds grow and are less likely to cause bruises than horizontal trough feeders. Feeders and waterers should be kept adjusted so that the trough portion is level with the back height of the birds.
Broilers and roasters re-spond to attention. Walk among birds and stir feed three to fi ve times per day. This will provide exercise and increase feed con-sumption and growth.
Feather picking and cannibalism
Snub the top beaks of birds if feather picking or cannibalism starts. Trim one-third of the upper beak with an electric
beak snubber. Vicks® salve or an anti-peck compound applied to the bloody pecked spots will usually stop cannibalism if snubbing is not feasible.
Bird healthKeep all other poultry away
from broilers and roasters. Medication should not be given unless birds are sick or stressed.
Chicks purchased from late August to early November should be vaccinated for fowl
pox by 14 days of age.
Parasites are seldom a problem where birds are properly managed and sani-tary conditions maintained.
CullingBirds should be rigidly culled to opti-
mize performance. Small, sick, stunted or deformed birds should be removed when detected. Reduce fl ock size at four weeks of age by removing the smaller and poorer fl eshed birds. Keep two or three birds for each one to be shown. Fleshing, uniformity and fi nish will be improved by the increase in fl oor and feeder space and the reduction in social pressure. Trim nails to help prevent car-cass damage. Leg band the birds kept for easy identifi cation when selecting the show pen.
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SUBVARSITY BASKETBALLGirls
Junior varsityChico 15
Paradise 28
CHS standouts — The Lady Drag-
ons got six points from both Megan
Green and Molli Umphress. Cameron
Bowyer put up two points and Maris-
sa Herrera had one. Umphress also
pulled down four rebounds.
PHS standouts — Not provided
CHS records: 2-13, 0-9
Hirschi 9
Bridgeport 37
BHS standouts — Sarah Joiner
scored 10 points and Karley Bunker
added seven in leading the Sissies
to victory. Macy Bishop and Audra
Hart tacked up four points each,
while Madison Keller and KaShaley
Johnson had three each, and Raven
Sessums, Katie Cook and Kaleisha
Haynes had two each. Haynes also
had seven rebounds, and Bishop col-
lected fi ve steals.
BHS coach’s comments: A win
is a win. We played out of control
and shot the ball poorly the entire
game.
BHS records: 18-3, 6-1
Bridgeport 47
Vernon 26
BHS standouts — The Sissies
got a game-high 18 points and
six rebounds from Sarah Joiner en
route to another victory. Kaleisha
Haynes chalked up a team-best
nine rebounds and three points,
while KaShaley Johnson added eight
steals and six points. Also scoring
were Madison Keller and Macy Bish-
op with six points each, Katie Cook
with three and Audra Hart with two.
BHS coach’s comments: The girls
did a good job of going on the road
and getting a win.
BHS records: 17-3, 5-1
FreshmenBridgeport 25
Vernon 39
BHS standouts — Shelbi McDuffi e
and Lindsey Walker had three steals
each but it was not enough to pull
off a win. McDuffi e also led the Sis-
sies offensively with eight points,
two more than Kayleigh Admire and
Walker with six each. Hannah Logan
fi nished with three points and Shelbi
Fry had two. Logan also posted a
team-high 11 rebounds.
BHS coach’s comments: Unfortu-
nately, we struggled again to score.
The girls work hard to get open, we
just can’t get our shots to fall.
BHS records: 8-10, 1-4
Eighth gradeBoyd A 18
Chico A 8
CMS standouts — Araliza Galingo
had the hot hand for the Lady Drag-
ons as she put up seven points.
Shaye Schirripa pitched in one
point. Karli Selz fi nished with fi ve
rebounds, one more than Charlotte
McGuire with four. McGuire also had
a team-high four steals.
BMS standouts — Not provided
CMS coach’s comments: The girls
did an outstanding job putting pres-
sure on Boyd with our defense. The
game was close throughout the fi rst
three quarters.
CMS records: 2-13, 0-9
Bridgeport A 19
Burkburnett A 49
Sissie standouts — Kara Demmitt
scored 12 of her team’s 19 points.
Sabrina Garza and Mady Maousha-
gian had two points each, and Leah
Munroe, Tiffany Hawkins and Mariah
Clayton had one each.
Decatur B 21
Iowa Park B 25
DMS coach’s comments: The
Lady Eagles played great but came
up a little short. We missed some
crucial free throws toward the end
of the game that could have helped
us take the lead. All in all, I think
the girls worked hard and played
awesome of defense.
DMS records: 4-7, 3-5
Seventh gradeDecatur A 34
Iowa Park A 22
DMS standouts — Katie Isham
ripped the Hawk defense for a game-
high 18 points and four rebounds.
Haley Dennard chalked up four
points, fi ve rebounds and four steals,
while Murphy Graham fi nished with
four points, three steals and three
rebounds. Lil Doubrava added three
points, while Madison Phariss had
two each, and Morgan Halford had
one.
DMS coach’s comments: We had
a very slow start to the game. Our
shooting was off for everyone ex-
cept Katie. Free throws in the fourth
quarter gave us a bigger lead.
DMS records: 11-3, 7-1
Boyd A 18
Chico A 15
CMS standouts — Cheyenne
Davidson sizzled offensively with
a game-high 12 pints. Lauren Hart
added two points and Corey Tate
had one. Hart was the top defender
with seven steals, two more than
Davidson with fi ve.
BMS standouts — Not provided
CMS coach’s comments: We had
a hard time getting our shots to fall.
The girls played great defensively.
CMS records: 6-7, 3-6
Bridgeport A 12
Burkburnett A 39
Sissie standouts — Leah Guinn
scored all 12 points for Bridgeport.
Bridgeport B 8
Burkburnett B 20
Sissie standouts — The top scor-
ing Sissie was Maegan McLaughlin
with fi ve points. Tamara Lippincott
added two and Olivia Casillas had
one.
Boyd B 13
Chico B 0
CMS standouts — Jaicea Thomp-
son and Cayte Gammage led the
defense with three steals each. Brit-
tany Byers and Aimie Cole also had
several rebounds.
BMS standouts — Not provided
Bridgeport B 10
Burkburnett B 32
Sissie standouts — Nikki Mowery
had eight points and Kendra Men-
doza added two for Bridgeport.
BoysJunior varsity
Hirschi 48
Bridgeport 26
BHS standouts — Skylar Stowe re-
corded seven points and Matt Minix
had fi ve to lead the Bulls. Dustin
Green and Taylor Story pitched in
four points each, and Mac Whitcomb
and Dillon Lingo had three each.
BHS coach’s comments: Hirs-
chi is a very athletic team. We im-
proved from where we were last
time against them.
BHS records: 4-11, 1-5
Slidell 32
Forestburg 49
SHS standouts — The Greyhounds
got eight points from David Underhill
and Dylan Carnes in the loss. Tommy
Repogle put up seven points, while
Cord Hankins had fi ve, Daniel Mc-
Casland had three and Charles Lid-
ster had one.
SHS records: 4-6. 1-3
Bridgeport 37
Vernon 31
BHS standouts — Mac Whitcomb
netted 10 points and Dylan Lingo
fi nished with nine to lead the Bulls
to victory. Skylar Stowe tacked up
eight points, and Dustin Green, Tay-
lor Story, Brady Boyd, Rodney John-
son and Matt Minix had two each.
BHS coach’s comments: It feels
great for the guys to get a win. I ap-
preciate them coming to practice
every day ready to improve.
BHS records: 4-10, 1-4
FreshmenHirschi 40
Bridgeport 34
BHS standouts — A game-high
11 points from via Leonel Rios was
not enough to save the day for the
Bulls. Trent Schuett tallied seven
points, while Cameron King had six,
Garrett Mullins had four and Junior
McLaughlin, Tyler Garner and Luke
Plummer had two each.
BHS coach’s comments: Our team
defense was much better tonight.
We extended the pressure well, and
were able to provide good help de-
fense. We also executed much bet-
ter on offense.
Bridgeport 27
Vernon 35
BHS standouts — The Bulls got
10 points from Cameron King and
eight courtesy of Tyler Garner in the
loss. Garrett Mullins fi nished with
four points, while Blake Thompson
had three and Trent Schuett had
two.
BHS coach’s comments: We
played well at the start of each half,
but struggled to score late. We con-
tinue to miss a lot of shots.
BHS records: 5-12, 0-4
Eighth gradeIowa Park A 27
Decatur A 38
DMS standouts — Tyler Story and
Jared Durdon scored 10 points each
to lead the Eagles to victory. Tyler
Rodgers fi nished with six points,
while Parker Slate had fi ve, Nick
Martin had four and Mason Cline-
smith had three.
DMS record: 7-10
Burkburnett A 49
Bridgeport A 37
Bull standouts — Blake Arrington
had the hot hand for Bridgeport as
he posted 13 points. Branon Huff
pitched in eight points, while Dillon
Waldrep had seven, Omar Martinez
had four, Reese Read had three and
Colby Mahon had two.
Bridgeport coach’s comments:
We played a great game, we just
could not keep up with the three-
point shooting of Burk. Burk has a
tall team that gave us a lot of prob-
lems.
Bridgeport records: 4-6, 1-4
Iowa Park B 25
Decatur B 28
DMS standouts — The Eagles
got eight points from Erik Elder and
Christian Blaylock to hold off the
Hawks for a win. Nathan Mitchell re-
corded fi ve points, Michael Smyers
had three, and Graham McCain and
Cameron Harrison had two each.
DMS record: 6-4
Burkburnett B 23
Bridgeport B 24
Bull standouts — Eight points
from Scott Trickel and fi ve via Fa-
bian Muniz was not enough to save
the day for Bridgeport. Kyle Meyer
fi nished with four, Juan Rivera and
Anthony Viveros had two each, and
Justin Cooper and Calvin Jones had
one each. Tyler Rhine and David La-
gunas led the defense.
Bridgeport coach’s comments: We
played a good game. We had open
looks at the basket, we rebounded
well and we hustled all night. We
had a slight lead at halftime but we
could not quite pull away.
Seventh grade
Iowa Park A 27
Decatur A 35
DMS standouts — The Eagles
got a team-high 10 points from Cain
Lowe and eight via Taylor Clayton in
the win. Tyler White contributed six
points, while Leroy Lomas had four,
Phillip Walker, Drew Edwards and
Austin Poole had two each, and Joel
Forbis added one.
DMS record: 10-7
Iowa Park B 20
Decatur B 49
DMS standouts — Cory Durdon
torched the Hawk defense with a
game-high 18 points to lead the
Eagles to another victory. Dallin Bill-
more had a big night as well with 16
points. Dustin Short fi nished with six
points, two more than Ethan Stallard
with four. Nicholas Tracta had three
points and Cody Fischer had two.
DMS record: 8-2
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WISE NOTES FOR CONSUMERS
YOUR CHILD’S FIRST
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his or her teeth at well visits and
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The Wise County Historical Society is currently involved in
an effort to raise funds. An 8.5” x 11” journal will be printed
concerning the history of the Wise County Heritage
Museum. This journal is fi nanced by donations and
advertising space from our local businesses and residents
here in Wise County and the surrounding area.
The museum houses artifacts from the prehistoric age,
pioneer era, etc. We have much work to do before the
exhibits are as we want them since the walls and windows
are in need of much attention. The museum has the
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PUBLISHER’S NOTICE:
EQUAL HOUSINGOPPORTUNITY
Owner Must Sell New HomeJust Completed, Never Lived In !!!
YOU CAN AFFORD THIS HOME! Owner may be able to help you with financing.
Call me right now: 940-210-2303
• 3/2, 2,000 sq. ft. on 5 acres
• Huge Oak trees, plenty of room for horses
• Brick and rock exterior
• Covered porches front and back
• Large patio with firepit
• New stock pond for fishing & swimming
• Massive vaulted ceiling with dormers fornatural lighting
• Corner fireplace with rock hearth
• Oversized master bedroom with 10 footceilings and computer nook
• Master bath has marble shower and separatelarge marble tub
• His and her lavatories and closets
• Paved County Road
• Maximum privacy with great neighbors close by
Melaina MiddletonJoins Austin Group Realty
Austin Group Realty, Bowie, Texas, is excited to announce the
addition of Realtor® Melaina Middleton to its staff!
Melaina Middleton brings several years work
experience from the Cutting Horse industry, and working
with Non-Profit Organizations, and Account Manager for
several Global Corporations.
Melaina was raised in the Aledo area, developing a passion for
showing performance American Quarter Horses.
She has a degree in Business Administration conferred by
Tarleton State University. In 2007, newlyweds Melaina and
husband Bert Middleton, purchased property in Decatur to
pursue the abundant opportunities Wise County has to offer.
Melaina is excited to be working with You and Your family.
Start your New Year with a New Face for all of your Real Estate
Opportunities and remember:
All Real Estate Companies are NOT Created Equal!
Experience The Difference!
Call on Melaina at Austin Group Realty
6930 Hwy 287 North, Bowie, Texas.
Telephone: 940-USA-LAND (940-872-5263).
Look for an Austin Group Realty office opening soon in Decatur.
Please call 817-247-0246
C & RHOMES FOR LEASE
PropertiesDecatur, TX
• 3 BEDROOMS • 2 FULL BATHS • 2 CAR GARAGE
Brick, total electric, tile & wood flooring ceiling fans in allrooms, 5 phone lines in each room, pre-wired for cableor Dish. Fenced yard, fully landscaped. Decatur city limits
- Decatur ISD. PETS WELCOME!
We would love for you to LIVE in one of our homes!Short term leases available upon request
$1,200 - $1,300/month • $1,300/deposit
Acreage
10-15 WOODED ACRESCR2644, Greenwood area, countyroad frontage on 2 sides. Boliverwater available. (940)389-0582.
15 ACRESon CR4380 between Boyd/Decatur.F e n c e d , c o a s t a l h a y .(940)389-2945, (940)389-0530.
31.5 ACRES3 miles SW of Runaway Bay. Largeoak trees, wildlife. (940)748-2772.
40 ACRES7.5 miles north of Decatur, adjacentto Grass lands. E lect r ic i ty(940)395-9164.
FSBO 160 ACRES$1,000/acre. Baylor County, west ofMegargel, TX. FM road frontage.Owner will finance, 25% down.www.wfmhomes.com,(817)614-1412.
WOODED 18.82 ACRES south of Bridgeport, $78,000.Please visit:www.gregconnollyrealestate.com forphotos, information and additionalproperties. SunWest REALTORS,(469)995-9995,[email protected]
Condos/town homes
1/1 CONDOat Runaway Bay. All appliances in-cluding washer/dryer. Downstairs,poo l p r iv i leges . $35,000.(940)393-5558.
3/2 CONDOFor sale in Runaway Bay. Privatepool, access to lake. No pets.$68,000. (940)210-9625.
Runaway Bay, 2-bedroom condo forsale on golf course. Lake Bridge-port. Low $60’s. (817)416-1751.
Homes
**FOR SALE BY OWNER**HUGE LAKEFRONT HOME
4,900 square foot, lovely custombrick home on 1.5 acres. 5-bed-room, 4-bath, large kitchen with is-land, custom cabinets, tile floors, of-fice, large workshop & garage. Mustsee to bel ieve! $425,000.(817)270-4660.
2,100 SQUARE FOOT, 2-STORYlog house, 4-bedroom, 2-bath, 2-cargarage. All electric, well water, 20acres, Slidell or Decatur ISD.$260,000. (469)442-5492.
2/2/1 CARPORTupdated. $65,000. 504 S. Church,Decatur. (972)983-4333
4/3/26.25 wooded acres. Pool/hot tub,RV shelter, pond, theater, storageshed. Bridgeport ISD. $245,000.Call (940)577-0977 for viewing.
BIG HOUSE ON PRAIRIE4-bedroom, 2-bath, media. Very EZqualify!! $83/down, $697/month.Hurry, (940)627-8700.
KOZY KOTTAGENew 3-bedroom, views, gingerbreadlike, custom kitchen! $99/down,$671/month. (940)627-8700.
NEW BRICK5 miles SE Decatur, 4/2, 2,062square feet living on 2 acres. Gran-ite counter tops; wood, tile & carpet.30x40 garage/shop. Decaturschools. $188,900. (888)283-1919.
NORTH RHOME, 2.4 ACRESCustom 3-bedroom, 3-bath, 2-living,2-dining, safe room, 6” walls. Pool.30x38’ insulated shop. Covered RVparking. $289,900. Realtor,(972)989-2716.
REINDEER PROPERTYPrivacy galore, trees!! New custom3-bedroom, acres. Perfect for holi-days. $109/down, $581/month.(940)627-8700.
RENT TO OWN$699, 3-bedroom. $729, 4-bedroom.Very EZ qualify. No first, no last.Call (940)627-8700.
STOCKING STUFFER!!4-bedroom, new build, acreage ga-lore. $119/down, $711/month. Moveby Christmas, get $5,000/cash.(940)627-8700.
Mobile Homes
28X50, 3/2 DOUBLE WIDE$5,000/down, $350/month, willmove & set-up. 16x60, 2/2 with ap-pliances, $3,000/down, $300/month,will deliver and set up. RBI36191.Robert, (940)683-5547.
BRING THE KIDS!Large 3 & 4-bedroom starter homeson 1+ acres. Homes have new car-pet, appliances & fenced yards!Small down, no credit needed, andowner ass i s ted f i nance .(817)501-8483.
Double wide. Repo hot list. Mustsell, cash or financed. Best pricesanywhere. Call for locations.1(817)894-2935.
FOR SALE OR RENTAlvord triple wide, 3/2, 2-living ar-eas, fireplace, kitchen appliances in-cluded. .33 fenced acre. $59,000 or$750/month. Available Feb. 2.(940)389-2181.
WILLIAMS MOBILE HOME SERV.Best deal on moving, set up & trimouts. Bonded, licensed & insured.(940)433-3117.
RBMOBILEHOMES.COMMove, set-ups, re-levels. In & out ofstate. Licensed, bonded, insured.R e p o s . F r e e e s t i m a t e s .(940)683-5547. RBI #36191.
RENTALS
Apartments
1, 2 & 3Bedroom Apartments
Washer &
dryer included
Garages available
BRIDGEWOODExecutive Suites
Bridgeport,TX
817-929-5910Efficiency apartment for rent. Fur-nished, covered parking. 2 milessouth of Rhome. No smoking, nopets. $500/month. (817)891-0847,(817)891-0965.
Business property
COMMERCIAL PROPERTYOffice/retail space. 1,000-7,000square fee t fo r l ease .(940)627-2510.
Finished, commercial office spacefor lease, Business Highway 380frontage, Decatur. 2,135 squarefeet. $2,500/month plus electric.(940)389-5407.
Condos, town homes
351 EMMA CALLDecatur, 3/2/2, 1,700+ square footwith spa. Excellent condition. Can-non Property Management,(940)393-5317.
Duplexes
**NOW IN BRIDGEPORT**Lovely & spacious duplexes, 3-bed-room, 2-bath. $850/month & up with$450/deposit. Vaulted ceilings, cov-ered porch, appl iances &washer /d rye r connec t i ons .(817)270-HOME.www.rhinopropertygroup.com.
2-bedroom, 2-bath duplexes forrent. Decatur & Bridgeport.$725/month. Koby, (940)389-8506.
Duplex for rent, 3-bedroom, 2-bath.602-B Crestridge Court, Decatur.$800/month. (940)964-2631.
Homes
**NOW IN RUNAWAY BAY**Beautiful new home for rent. 3-bed-room, 2-bath, w/privacy fence.$1,000/month, $500/deposit. Hugemaster suite, vaulted ceilings, largecovered porch, all appliances &washer /d rye r connec t i ons .(817)270-4660.
1/1/2-carport in country nearBridgeport. Newly remodeled,fenced yard, 12x24 storage,washer/dryer connections. Nosmok ing /pe ts . $600/month ,$500/deposit. (940)683-5656,(940)389-2717.
210 CLEAR FORK TRAILRhome, 2,300 square foot 4-bed-room, 2-bath, 2-car garage. Excel-lent condition. $1,690/month. Can-non Property Management,(940)368-1811.
“Timeless Elegance”
817-825-4647
202 S. Stratlon 3/2/2$1,190/month, $300/deposit
405 W. Oak, 3/2$850/month, $300/deposit
200 Cyndilu Lane, 3/2/2$1,600/month, $300/deposit
1505 N. Bus 287 New 2/1, great for roommates.
$850/mo., $300/depositAll homes include lawn care.
3-bedroom, 2-bath, 7 Wires, Deca-tur. 20 acres, large shop, barn,arena, turn-outs. For sale/rent,$2,000/month, 1st/last, 1-yearl e a s e . ( 9 4 0 ) 6 2 7 - 5 1 9 7 ,(940)389-7309.
3/2 brick, Rhome area. Ask for Beki,(817)636-2555.
3/2/2, clean, brick, large yard, in De-c a t u r . $ 1 , 1 0 0 / m o n t h .(800)377-9713.
Decatur, 3-bedroom, 1-bath house.No pets, no smoking. Referencesrequired. $600/month, $600/deposit.(940)433-2651.
Mobile Homes
2-bedroom, 1-bath mobile home.160 CR4191, Decatur. Nos m o k i n g / p e t s . I n c l u d e swasher/dryer, stove, refrigerator. Allelectric. $700/month, $700/deposit.(940)399-3646.
2003 Palm Harbor, 4-bedroom,2-bath, with office. 2,300 squarefeet on 2 fenced acres. No Pets,OK w/deposit. $1,200/month. 1stand last due @ signing. Please callJim, (940)399-8966.
3-bedroom, 2-bath double wide,fully furnished, 7 acres & horsebarn. 8 miles south of Bridgeport,F M 9 2 0 . $ 1 , 1 0 0 / m o n t h .(940)210-2522, (940)210-9102.
3-bedroom, 2-bath double wide.Available March 1. Large lot nearChico. Deposit plus 1st & lastmonth’s rent. (940)393-6763,(940)389-5553.
3/2 double wide, carport, all appli-ances. Bridgeport ISD. AvailableFeb. 1. $875/month, $875/deposit.No inside pets, no smoking.(817)996-8508.
Economical 2 & 3-bedrooms avail-able, all Decatur ISD. No pets. Form o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , c a l l(940)626-8117 or apply in person atXtreme.
Roommate wanted
Roommate wanted. Very nice, quiet,clean & spacious. 4-bedroom housein rural Rhome. Includes garageparking. Call (817)637-8822.
RENTALS
• 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
www.wcmessenger.com/businessdirectory
2000 S. FM 51 • Decatur, TX. 76234 - A not for profit hospital
www.wiseregional.com - EOE - Job Line: 940-626-2525
Up to $7,000 RN Bonus
• Social Worker/Case Manager
• Web Manager Design & administer
Part Time/PRN
• Clinical Therapist
• Security
• Xray Tech
• C.N.A., PCA, Mental HealthTechs
• RN - CCU * ER * L&D
Med/Surg * Behavioral Health
Inpt Rehab * BHS Nurse Mgr
Surgery & Cath Lab (pt)
• Nurse Practitioner/PA - Family Certifred
• LVN - Dialysis
• Therapy Services: OT * PT * PTA
PT Coordinator
Bonded
Insured
Heritage Creek Construction•CustomHomes • Kitchen Remodel • BathroomRemodel
• Additions •Tile • Flooring • Doors &Windows• Cabinetry •Wood Floors • Carpet • Countertops
- Residential & Commercial -
• FREE Estimates •817-846-5997email:[email protected]
Office: 940-627-3059Cell: 940-393-3964Fax: 940-626-4996
PO Box 1504Decatur, TX 76234
Pump Sales & ServiceComplete Water Well Drilling & Repair
Storage Tanks & Boosting Equipment & InstallationResidential, Municipal & Commercial
Emergency Service Availablewww.aandvwater.com
Lic. #2774AI
A&V WaterJohn & Mary Haynie
ClearViewTree Service and Stump Removal
- Toll Free -
1-866-606-3224
• Tree Removal
• Stump Grinding
• Storm Damage Experts
• Chipper Service
• Bucket Truck
FREE ESTIMATES(Senior Citizen Discount)
Fully Insured
Wise and Cooke County
rrs TM
Most Credit Cards Accepted
• Land and Lot Clearing
• Driveways and Parking Lots
• Roads
• Demolition
• House Pads
Excavation & Bobcat ServicesJMT
We Can Haul:
• Sand and Gravel
• Topsoil
• Cushion Sand
• Select Fill
• Brick Sand
• Base
Commercial and Residential “No Job To Small Or Too Big”Call for free estimates
Trey: 940-531-0661 • Julian: 940-627-4383
TECL #25306Master Electrician TX. License #5811
Specializing in small jobs.Residential • Commercial • Consulting
940-433-3177 • Bill Mayes
Spaces & lots
Country Oaks RV spaces for rent.30 amp, $285/month. 50 amp$300/month. Hwy 101, Sunset,across from Assembly of GodChurch, 142 W. Boone St.(940)845-4755, (940)613-8852.
SUNSET RV PARKCentrally located between Decatur,Bridgeport, Bowie on Highway 287.Full hook-ups, free laundry, freewireless internet. (940)845-2007.
Wanted to lease
Looking for a deer lease,200-300acres in Jack/Wise Countyarea for a family of 5. Please call(940)389-3394.
TOP DOLLAR PAIDfor lease land for grazing or hay pro-duction. (940)902-9916.
Employment
EMPLOYMENT
Employment information
!!ATTENTION!!Advertising under this classifica-tion is normally not a bona fideopportunity. Typically, compa-nies advertising here offer infor-mation about potential employ-ment. Some are selling this infor-mation. We suggest that ourreaders thoroughly investigatethese advertisers before invest-ing any money.
Food service
Accepting applications for restau-rant managers & shift managers forAlvord area restaurant. Fax resumeto (817)442-1160.
Wait staff & short order cookneeded, evening shift. KT’s Cafe,A l vo rd ; ask fo r Ka t i e ;(940)427-9108.
Medical/Dental
Home health agency seeks respon-sible caring adults to help with dailyliving tasks. Wise County openings.P l e a s e c o n t a c t B e t t y ,1(800)866-6705.
Gail’sPharmacy
has an opening for a
Certifi ed PharmacyTechnician
Apply in person Mon.-Fri.,
9 a.m. - 6 p.m.810 W.W. Ray Circle,
Bridgeport
Trinity CareCenter
Apply in person at2108 15th St.
Bridgeport, TX940-683-5023
Please come by Trinity Care Center to
complete an application.
Now Hiring
D.O.N.Contact
Jessica Reid, Administrator
BHCCNEEDED:LVNs / CNAsWeekend RN
Immediately NeedLVNs
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. M-F
Apply in personBridgeport Health
Care Center102 W. Cates • Bridgeport
Lab MT’sMedical Technologistsneeded on evening and
night shifts.Full time with excellent
salary and benefits
Pharmacy TechsWeekend Pharmacy tech
positions 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Part time and PRN available
Registered NursesFull Time and PRN,
ICU, ER, L&D,Supervisors, Case Manager,
Nurse Educator and MSpositions available
Tom HarrisonHuman Resources
1905 Doctors’ Hospital DriveBridgeport, TX 76426
940-683-0327940-683-0485 Fax
Bridgeport
Miscellaneous
WISEHOPEWISEHOPESHELTER
IN BRIDGEPORT
PT PositionMust be available as
needed, all shifts 24/7.
Must pass background
check and physical.
Will train. $9/hr.
Email resumes to [email protected]
or apply at
407 S. Washburn in Decatur
Location Decatur, office work. Orderprocessing and fulfillment. Basiccomputer knowledge. Also lookingfor maintenance helper. Supple-mental health care plan. Paid vaca-tion, sick time. Competitive salary.Send resume to Texascraft.com,P.O. BOX 855, Rhome, TX, 76078.
Offi ce
Full-time receptionist needed formedical office. Mail resume to 1710Highway 51 South, #130, Decatur,TX 76234.
State Farm Agency looking to addbilingual member to our team. Highpaced sales/service enviroment.Contact Will, (817)528-4749.
Retail/Sales
Diamond W Truckstop and DryCreek Store in Bridgeport, full-timecashiers needed. Apply in person.Serious applicants only. NODRUGS!
Opening for customer service andinside sales, requires basic com-puter skills, pleasant personality andmultitasking abilities. Please applyat Healthline, 1101 Eagle Dr., SuiteD, Decatur; or fax resume to(866)903-5772.
BRIDGEPORT, TEXAS
MANAGERSALES
POSITIONSSafety Experience
Required
Send Resume [email protected]
Trades
Drivers needed OTR. Must be mini-mum 25-years-old with clean drivingrecord. Call (940)389-6558.
Gas Measurement Tech. Hiring ex-perienced natural gas measurementtechnician. Ability to install, test, re-pair, and maintain measurementequipment and interpret measure-ment data. (817)439-0140.
JM Materials, the rock company thatcares about you. Your experience isour gain and your opportunity.Home nights, 26% based on experi-ence. Insurance available, multiplebonus programs, holiday pay, vaca-tion and sick pay. Must have goodMVR, minimum 23-years-old andhave a Class A CDL. Call for detailsand appointment, (940)427-2033.
Property Management firm seekingmaintenance technician for 33 townhome complex. Applicant musthave general knowledge in all as-pects of town home maintenancesuch as plumbing, electrical, drywallrepairs, etc. HVAC knowledge aplus. Compensation based on skilllevels with excellent benefit pack-age. We support a safe, healthyand drug free workplace throughcriminal background checks andrandom drug testing. Call Diane at(940)575-4913 to schedule an inter-view.
ROUTE DRIVERNeed a dependable person with agood driving record & a great atti-tude. For consideration, please ap-ply to Jodi Dusek, at 605 N. Busi-ness Highway 287, Suite 102, De-catur.
SERVICES
Business
BOOKKEEPER AVAILABLEPart-time, your office or ours. Yearsof experience, many softwares &references, full charge. Call Carol,(817)913-9783.
STONE WORK & CONCRETERetaining walls, patios, rock entries,houses, landscaping. Small brickjobs. Decatur references. 20 yearsexperience. Major credit cards ac-cepted. (817)919-4487.
Housecleaning
LOCAL CLEANING SERVICECommercial, residential. Makeready, 1-time or repeat. We cleanwhat others miss. Penny WiseCleaning Service, (940)210-5450.
Let me fi x it
A+ HANDYMAN SERVICEGeneral home repair/maintenance,auto tune-ups, lawnmower/tillertune-ups. Fence, sprinkler mainte-nance/repair. 30+ years experi-ence. Dependable, trustworthy. CallK a r l , ( 8 1 7 ) 9 9 5 - 7 9 6 0 ,(940)627-1115.
AUTO PAINTINGComplete paint jobs, $1,000. Colorchanges, $1,000-$1,300. Classiccar painting, priced by estimate. InBridgeport, call cell, (972)832-4442for details.
BARRINGTON CONSTRUCTIONAll types remodeling, home repairs,foundation work & privacy fences.A l l w o r k g u a r a n t e e d .(940)389-9276.
DAN PROCTOR CUSTOM HOMESRoom additions, kitchen/bath re-models, bonus room finish work.3 5 - y e a r s e x p e r i e n c e .(817)881-9023.
FIREFIGHTER RESIDENTIALServices. Trim carpentry, home re-pairs & real estate make ready.(940)366-9376.
MIKE’S RV SERVICEService calls, insurance work, fullrepairs, power washing, detailing.Also work on horse & enclosed trail-ers. Michael, (940)399-7565.
RAY & KENNY’S HANDYMANService. Specializing: all typeshome repairs, custom cabinets &counter tops, custom furniture.(940)627-6399, (940)799-1146,(817)915-2618.
RUSSELL’SHome Improvements
& Repair
All Types of
RemodelingRepairs Large or SmallAdd-ons, Decks And More
Call
940-627-6947 or 940-389-4943
Miscellaneous
FREE to join Bridgeport CountryClub. Initiation fees waived for lim-ited time. 1 month ($80 + tax), enjoyall amenities.. 250 FM 2123, Bridge-port. (940)683-9438.
JUNK & TRASH REMOVALGarage, shed, yard clean-ups. Ga-rage sale leftovers picked up. CallJason, (940)577-3368.
Clay RobbinsClay Robbins916 CR 4679, Boyd, TX 76023
940-433-5880
TraditionalTraditionalOkinawan KarateOkinawan Karate
Okinawan WeaponsOkinawan WeaponsSelf-DefenseSelf-Defense
Robbins Isshinryu KARATEKARATE
Tommy ShackelfordDriveway Construction
* Gravel Drives * Culverts* Parking Areas * RoadsInstalled or Resurfaced
Best Quality Workmanship
A ordable Pricing940-482-6578
Williams’ Hauling & Tractor Works• Brushhog & Finish Mowing• Blading, Plowing & Tilling• Backhoe work, driveways• Dirt, sand & gravel hauling• Land Clearing• All types cleanup & haul-offs• Quality work, fair pricing
James Williams940-399-9138
Insured
FARM ANDRANCH
Farm Equipment
165 MASSEY FERGUSONdiesel with front-end loader, hayspike & bucket . $5,500.(940)210-1474.
JOHN DEEREmanure spreader, $1,000. TwoPriefert round bale hay rings,$75/each. One round bale hay car-rier, $150. Miscellaneous horse hal-ters/blankets. (940)210-8847.
Just in! New PJ trailers, all makes,call for pricing. Used CaseIHMaxxum 115 2-WD, reduced,$41,000, low hours. Used Case 450skid, low hours, $24500.(940)627-5451.
OCEAN FREIGHT CONTAINERSNew & used. Water tight & rodentproof. Larry Singley, (817)992-9122.
STORAGE CONTAINERSGreat storage! The best containersat the best value. (817)726-7669.
Fencing
FARM & RANCH FENCINGPipe & cable, non-climb, barbedwire, entrances, solar gate opera-tors, repairs. Jim at (940)367-7505.
FARM & RANCH SERVICESAll types of fencing. (940)210-1242.
SERVICES
• Childcare
• Adult/Elderly Care
• Business
• Housecleaning
• Let Me Fix It
• Miscellaneous
• Tutoring
FARM AND RANCH
• Farm Equipment • Fencing
• Lawn & Garden • Livestock
• Livestock Care/Training
• Livestock Lost & Found
• Livestock Stud Service
• Livestock Supplies
• Miscellaneous • Mowing
• Pasture & Feed • Poultry
EMPLOYMENT
• Business Opportunity
• Employment Information
• Adult/Elderly Care
• Childcare
• Food Service • Medical/
Dental • Miscellaneous
• Offi ce • Retail/Sales
• Trades • Work Wanted
ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, February 12, 2009 11
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE OR RENT EMPLOYMENT
Charles Connour, License #7216 Pictures on web • ccauction.com
214-755-478535 Years Experience
Saturday, Feb. 14 • 6 p.m.1 mile east of Boyd on Hwy. 114 or 4 miles west of Rhome on Hwy. 114
Consignments Welcome, Estate Specialist.
Antiques, Furniture, Glassware, Collectibles, Jewelry, Tools, Estate Stamp
Collection, Thousands of Sport Cards.
Open 11 a.m. 10% BP. Good Food, Climate Controlled.
AUCTION
THERE’S THERE’S ONLYONLY
TO BUY TO BUY AND SELLAND SELL
CARSTRUCKS
MOTORCYCLESRECREATIONAL VEHICLES
BOATS • ACCESSORIESTRAILERS • AND MORE!www.www.Wise-Cars.com.com
Lawn and garden
Clean-up, dirt work & garden tilling.(817)304-4374, (940)567-1014.
LONE OAK LANDSCAPINGPersonalized landscape plans,20-years experience. Plants fur-nished, you plant or we plant. Sod,tree work, decks/patios/walls.(940)389-1778.
TREES TRIMMED & REMOVED36 years in business, insured.(817)444-0861, Teater.
Livestock
12% all stock, $7.35, 50 lbs. Deercorn, $8.75, 50 lbs. AGVantageFarm & Ranch Supply, 1817 N.Highway 287, (1 mile north of High-way 380), Decatur. (940)627-2312.
2007 FERTILIZEDBMR Sudan hay for sale.(940)210-9185.
AQHA RED BAYgelding, 11-years-old, cow working& trail, experienced rider. $3,000.(940)394-6027.
BEAUTIFUL RED ANGUScattle. 10-15 head, females.(940)433-3981.
BLACK ANGUSbulls & heifers, registered, 11-16months, easy calving, good growth,out of A.I. sires. (940)964-2273.www.ntin.net/TruittFarms
BUY & SELL & TRADEAll classes of horses. All ridinghorses sold, 72 hour unconditionalguaran tee . (940)224-1470 ,(940)644-5956.
C BAR M TACK-FEED-HORSES143 CR4396, Decatur, TX. Cash,c h e c k s , c r e d i t c a r d s .www.cbarm.net, (817)929-3612.
HORSES WANTEDWill remove or possibly buy un-wanted horses. (817)360-7617 or(940)210-4052.
LLAMASweanlings (6-months-old), adults,bred females, guardians & pet qual-ity. We provide training & supportfor new owners. (940)433-5897.
MIX 30liquid feed. 16% protein, 10% vegfat. $265/ton, $1.23/gallon, deliv-ered. Servicing Wise, North Texas.(817)233-3779.
Livestock lost and found
Lost: black Angus bull, white spoton forehead, 4-years-old, trianglebrand (points down) left hip. Lastseen FM 730, 11 miles north Deca-tur, 12-10-2008. (940)389-1921.
Miscellaneous
BOBCAT WORK All types dirt work, drainage, level-ing, land clearing, gravel, driveways,clean-up, etc. Reasonable rates.Jef f Case (817)565-5444,(817)929-9805
RANCH DISPERSAL SALE3 horses, 2 ATVs, 1 pull-along pas-ture mower & office furniture.(817)401-1600.
Mowing
ASK ABOUT TREE TRIMMING AND SPRING CLEAN-UP
ANY SIZE ACREAGE MOWEDLarge acreage, $22/acre. Smallacreage, $35-$45/acre. Tommy,(940)482-6578.
Pasture and feed
12% all stock, $7.35, 50 lbs. Deercorn, $8.75, 50 lbs. AGVantageFarm & Ranch Supply, 1817 N.Highway 287, (1 mile north of High-way 380), Decatur. (940)627-2312.
1ST CHOICE FERTILIZEDcoastal round bales, $30-$50/bale.Call for details & minimum.(940)433-3981.
1ST QUALITY COASTAL& alfalfa squares or round. (Willtrade.) Horse riding, ranch work anddelivery available. (940)389-6281 or(940)627-6598.
2007 COW HAYn e t - w r a p p e d , f e r t i l i z e dCoastal/Johnson mix, 4x5 rolls.$30/each. (940)393-5627.
CHRISTIAN COWBOY HAYFertilized coastal, 4x5 round bales,$45-$55. Delivery available. Squarebales. Quantity discounts available.(940)626-4627, (940)577-9629, cell.
CLEAN FERTILIZEDcoastal square bales. Last cutting.$6/each. (940)394-6027.
COASTAL HAY2007 & 2008. Round & square. Call(940)748-2434, C&S Dairy.
COASTAL HORSE HAY
2008 square bales in barn, fertilized,no weeds. No minimum. BetweenAlvord/Decatur. Delivery available.(817)991-7625, (940)627-2813.
COW HAY2007 round, net-wrapped,Coastal/Johnson mix. $35/bale. Call(940)368-1413.
ECONOMICAL MIX 30liquid feed distributor. Feeders &minerals. Call Sterling Champion,L L C , ( 8 1 7 ) 6 7 5 - 6 5 4 5 ,(940)748-2785, (817)771-4217.
GOOD QUALITYSmall squares and round bales.Coastal & Sudan. 3x3 big squaresAlphalfa. (940)393-6095.
HAY FOR SALE5x5 round bales. $50, $40 & $35.(940)393-5429.
HAY FOR SALECoastal or prairie hay. Round bales,4x5.5. $40, 10 bale minimum. $45,delivered inside Wise County.(940)393-5853.
Pets
!!ATTENTION!!We suggest that our readers thor-oughly investigate any advertiserbefore investing any money.
Border collie pups, registered,$125/each. 4 females, 1 male. 1stshots/wormed. Working parents onsite. Born Dec. 31. (940)389-0830.
COCKER SPANIELSMiniature, CKC, females & males,sho ts /wo rmed . $400 /each .(817)444-7179, (817)891-0486.
FRENCH BULLDOG PUPPIESChampion bloodl ine. Cel l ,(817)692-8950.
Pets lost and found
Found: Jan. 22 on Eagle Drive, De-catur (in front of clinic). Black/white,male rat terrier. Call to describe.(940)389-1742.
Merchandise for Sale
MERCHANDISEFOR SALE
Garage sales
!!ATTENTION!!Garage sale ads must be called inBEFORE 11a.m. Tuesday to run inthe Thursday edition. If you wantyour garage sale ad in All AroundWise also, it MUST be called in be-fore 11a.m. Friday THE WEEK BE-FORE the sale. We do not run ga-rage sales the weekend before thesale.
Decatur, 2909 James St., Sat., Feb.14, Fri.-Sat., Feb. 20-21. Estatesale, appliances, household furnish-ings. Everything must go!
Firewood
FIREWOOD FOR SALEWell seasoned. 1/2 cord, $125.(940)433-2683.
FIREWOODfor sale. (940)389-3413.
Miscellaneous
PIPE/ROD5,500 feet of 2 3/8” pipe, tested at5,000 lbs., $3/foot. (940)566-5307.
USED I-BEAMS2 3/8” pipe, $1.40/foot, 30’ long. 4”pipe, $4.70/foot, 45’ long.(940)566-5307.
WHEELCHAIR LIFTSRamps, repairs and scooter rentals.New & used portable scooters. CallMatt Sadberry, MedCare Solutions.(940)575-9261.
TRANSPORTATION
Cars
IF YOU NEEDa good, dependable car or truck for$3,500 or less, come by CowgirlAuto Sales, 804 Business Highway287, Decatu, TX; (940)626-0070.Ask about our inventory. Let’s dobusiness!
I’LL BUY THOSE YARD CARSas well as your good used cars.Arvin, (817)925-8768.
Recreational vehicles
1998 Jeep Wrangler, 3” lift, 33”t ires, soft top, 4-cyl inder.$5,900/OBO. (940)389-8917.
2005 Honda 350 ATV, low mileage,only 600 hours. $2,750.(940)399-9101.
Pickups/Vans/SUVs
2002 DODGE GRAND CARAVANwheel chair accessible van.(940)393-3836.
1998 CHEVROLET 25003/4 ton pickup with tow package.$ 4 , 0 0 0 . ( 9 4 0 ) 6 2 7 - 1 4 8 0 ,(940)577-1182.
2000 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY
wheel chair accessible van.(940)393-3836.
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We also buy cars!
1972 CHEVROLET PICKUPIs in the process of restoration.Many new parts included. Includesrebuilt 350 motor. $1,600/OBO.(940)389-3067.
1993 GMC SONOMAV-6, small truck, good gas mileage,standard shift, high miles, needs alitt le work, but runs good.$500/cash. (940)466-7400.
Heavy Equipment
1995 TRAVIS Aluminum end dump. $16,000.(940)964-2551.
Trailers
I BUY TRAILERSHorse, livestock, flatbed & utilitytrailers. Call (940)224-1470 or(940)644-5956.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
• Appliances
• Clothing/Jewelry
• Furniture
• Garage Sales
• Firewood
• Miscellaneous
• Auctions
TRANSPORTATION
• Boats
• Cars
• Recreational Vehicles
• Trucks
• Accessories
• Trailers
• Wanted to Buy
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FARM AND RANCH PETSMERCHANDISE
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CROSSWORD SOLUTIONBUSINESS
Main Street will
host contestDecatur merchants hope shoppers
will “Fall in Love With Downtown” during February.
Decatur Main Street is sponsoring a window decorating contest with the theme “Love.”
Out-of-town judges will select a win-ner during the week of Feb. 16-20. Winners will be announced in the Wise County Messenger and will be given a
special feature on the Main Street Web site.
In making their decision, judges will consider theme, merchandising, light-ing, creativity and visibility.
First Financial
continues growthFirst Financial Bankshares Inc. has
reported earnings for the fourth quar-ter of 2008 of $13 million, up more
than 4 percent from the same quarter last year.
Basic earnings per share were 63 cents for the fourth quarter, up 5 per-cent from this time last year.
Net interest income for the fourth quarter of 2008 increased more than 11 percent to $33 million compared with $29 million in the same quarter last year.
First Financial has three locations in Wise County – Decatur, Bridgeport and Boyd.
Hotel Occupancy Tax
(Number of Rooms)
Total Room Receipts
October 2008
Greystone Inn — Bridgeport;
(24); $24,586
Best Western Decatur Inn — De-
catur; (46); $96,280
Comfort Inn — Decatur; (40);
$82,384
Days Inn & Suites — Decatur;
(75); $110,143
Deluxe Inn Express — Decatur;
(22); $12,372
Ramada Limited — Decatur; (50);
$162,244
Super 8 — Decatur; (56);
$85,741
Garrett Creek Ranch — Paradise;
(50); $263,120
MD Resort — Aurora; (12);
$45,000
November 2008
Best Western Decatur Inn — De-
catur; (46); $82,390
Comfort Inn — Decatur; (40);
$75,165
Deluxe Inn Express — Decatur;
(22); $12,832
Garrett Creek Ranch — Paradise;
(50); $106,681
Greystone Inn — Bridgeport;
(24); 0
LaQuinta Inn & Suites — Bridge-
port; (56); $52,722
MD Resort — Aurora; (12);
$17,275
Ramada Limited — Decatur; (50);
$111,613
Mixed Beverage
Gross Receipts Tax
Double K Bar-B-Que — Boyd;
Dec.: $1,030
Red’s Take 5 Bar & Grill — Bridge-
port; Nov.: $599
Armondo’s Private Club — Deca-
tur; Nov.: $294
Casa Torres Mexican Restaurant
— Decatur; Dec.: $1,101
Catfi sh O’Harlies Cantina — De-
catur; Dec.: 0
Cow Camp Steakhouse — Deca-
tur; Nov.: $279; Dec.: $477
Decatur Civic Center — Decatur;
Nov.: $212
Decatur Golf Private Club — De-
catur; Dec.: $141
Fat Daddy’s Sports & Spirits —
Decatur; Dec.: $6,543
Sweetie Pie’s Ribeyes — Deca-
tur; Nov.: $420
Verona Pizza Italian Restaurant
— Decatur; Nov.: $115; Dec.: $127
Garrett Creek Ranch — Paradise;
Nov.: $1,133
The Club at Runaway Bay — Run-
away Bay; Nov.: $1,246
Franchise Tax Permits
PZ Services LLC — Runaway Bay;
Taxpayer: Christopher A. Payson;
First taxable date: 12-19-08
Kadac Construction LLC —
Rhome; Taxpayer: Lisa Reid; First
taxable date: 12-19-09
Elenburg Ventures, LLC — Bridge-
port; Taxpayer: Bryan Elenburg; First
taxable date: 12-22-08
CB Tools Inc. — Bridgeport; Tax-
payer: Bryan Elenburg; First taxable
date: 12-22-08
Bold Land & Cattle LLC — Bridge-
port; Taxpayer: Loren Liner; First
taxable date: 12-22-08
Belote Quality Products LLC
— Decatur; Taxpayer: Fred Belote;
First taxable date: 12-27-08
4 Minute Fitness LP — Bridge-
port; Taxpayer: William H. Joiner Jr.;
First taxable date: 12-30-08
RECORDS
BRIEFS
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Keely Harris Inc. — Newark; Taxpayer: Keely
Harris; First taxable date: 12-31-08
Txafford LLC — Decatur; Taxpayer: Doug Taft;
First taxable date: 1-21-09
Lifestyle Evolution LLC — Decatur; Taxpayer:
Robert H. Spaulding; First taxable date: 1-20-09
Amen X-Press — Decatur; Taxpayer: David Sal-
ing; First taxable date: 1-21-09
Decatur Wireless LLC — Decatur; Taxpayer:
Larry D. Kirby; First taxable date: 1-1-09
B&T Reed and Sons Inc. — Runaway Bay; Tax-
payer: Michael Todd Reed; First taxable date: 1-
1-09
The Dane LLC — Decatur; Taxpayer: Charlie G.
Dane; First taxable date: 12-31-08
Douglas and Kemper Transportation and Lo-
gistics LLC — Paradise; Taxpayer: David Lester
Douglas; First taxable date: 1-1-09
Coastline Transportation Inc. — Decatur; Tax-
payer: R. Blake Sandford; First taxable date: 1-
6-09
DS Investment Properties LLC — Chico; Tax-
payer: David E. Strine; First taxable date: 1-8-09
Sales Tax Permits
Don Schluter — Quinlan; Taxpayer: Don J.
Schluter, Rhome; First taxable date: 1-10-09;
General merchandise store
D&V Pest Control — Newark; Taxpayer: Debbie
Johnson and Vernon Johnson; First taxable date:
12-4-08; Exterminating and pest control services
Newark Tire Shop — Newark; Taxpayer: Pal-
lynn E. Gilbert; First taxable date: 1-19-09; Tire
dealer
Shredderz Skate & Sport — Decatur; Taxpayer:
Phillip N. Reicheneker Jr.; First taxable date: 2-1-
09; Sporting goods store
T&D Holdings — Decatur; Taxpayer: Kenneth
Thorton; First taxable date: 2-1-09; Personal and
household goods repair and maintenance
Botanic Chameleon — Bridgeport; Taxpayer:
Dawn D. Blevins; First taxable date: 1-1-09; Flori-
culture production
The Lady and the Rose — Decatur; Taxpayer:
Patricia E. Burn, Decatur; First taxable date: 1-9-
09; Commercial bakery
Provo Investments Inc. — Ponder; Taxpayer:
Provo Investments Inc., Runaway Bay; First tax-
able date: 1-1-08; Vending machine operator
Bee Man’s Fireworks — Denison; Taxpayer:
Herbert P. Taylor, Decatur; First taxable date: 7-1-
08; Miscellaneous store retailer
S&J Enterprise — Newark; Taxpayer: Sheryl
Ann Jensen; First taxable date: 11-5-08; Direct
selling establishment
Boatspeed Marine — Paradise; Taxpayer: Kelly
Holmes and Monty Moon; First taxable date: 7-
1-07; Sporting and recreational goods merchant
wholesaler
DJ Johnson & Co. — New Fairview; Taxpayer:
Darrel J. Johnson; First taxable date: 2-2-09; Elec-
tronic auction
Tag Team Ventures — Rhome; Taxpayer: Joyce
Soles; First taxable date: 1-2-09; Electronic auc-
tion
Perry & Perry Landscaping — Rhome; Tax-
payer: Cleon Perry and Alicia Perry; First taxable
date: 1-7-09; Commercial and institutional build-
ing construction
Workhorse — Alvord; Taxpayer: Jesse Lee Out-
law Sr.; First taxable date: 1-1-09; Family clothing
store
Decatur Wireless LLC — Decatur; Taxpayer:
Decatur Wireless LLC; First taxable date: 3-1-09;
Radio, television and other electronics store
McGee Electric — Decatur; Taxpayer: Colby
McGee; First taxable date: 1-1-09; Electrical con-
tractor
Twisted Sisters — Justin; Taxpayer: James D.
Richey; First taxable date: 2-1-09; Used merchan-
dise store
Tackett Surplus — Sunset; Taxpayer: Jefferson
Paul Tackett; First taxable date: 1-12-09; Direct
selling establishment
Furniture Supercenter — Bridgeport; Taxpayer:
Corey David Lane; First taxable date: 12-1-08;
Furniture store
Michelle’s Rhinestone Divas — Runaway Bay;
Taxpayer: Michelle Bowen; First taxable date: 1-
1-09; Jewelry store
Lacy’s Closet — Chico; Taxpayer: Donald Mad-
dux; First taxable date: 1-1-09; Gift, novelty and
souvenir store
Continued from 13
RECORDS
BUSINESS
Wise County’s three new vehicle dealerships sold 149 new cars and trucks in January, compared to 360 in January a year ago and 206 in December 2008.
James Wood Motors, Karl Klement Ford and Karl Klement Chrysler Dodge Jeep combined for 207 used car sales.
Chevrolet was the leader in new truck sales with 54 reg-istered in the county, followed by GMC with 38 and Dodge with nine.
James Wood registered 118 new vehicles, while Klement Chrysler sold 17, followed by Klement Ford with 14. Wood was the runaway leader in used sales with 184.
Buick and Pontiac tied for the lead in car sales, with 10 each, followed by Chevrolet with seven.
First State Banks in Bridgeport, Runaway Bay and Chico fi nanced 30 of the vehicles registered, and DATCU Credit Union loaned money for 23 vehicles.
Car sales continue downward spiral
WISE COUNTY
WEATHER
30
45
45 5 5 5
7-DAY FORECAST FOR WISE COUNTY
UV INDEX
0-2 Low 3-5 Moderate 6-7 High
8-10 Very High 11+ Extreme
SUN & MOON
LAKE STAGES
RIVER LEVELS
NATIONAL OUTLOOK
RF: The exclusive AccuWeather.com RealFeel Temperature® is an index that combines the effects of temperature, wind, humidity, sunshine intensity, cloudiness, precipitation, pressure
and elevation on the human body — everything that affects how warm or cold a person really feels. Shown are the highest and lowest values for each day.
Daily Highest Forecast
The higher the AccuWeather.com UV Index™ num-
ber, the greater the need for eye and skin protection.
The Sun Rise Set
The Moon Rise Set
Temperature
Precipitation (in inches)
West Fork of the Trinity
Big Sandy Creek
Lake Full Pool Elevation Change
River Flood stage Level Change
WEEKLY ALMANAC
TUESDAY
T-Storms, some
severe; partly sunny
72° 48°
FRIDAY
Mostly sunny, a
t-storm possible
66° 35°
SATURDAY
Partly sunny and
cooler
56° 39°
SUNDAY
Sunny
57° 35°
MONDAY
Mostly sunny
60° 41°
WEDNESDAY
Mostly sunny and
breezy
68° 36°
THURSDAY
Partly sunny and
breezy
66° 44°
Last New First Full
Feb 16 Feb 24 Mar 4 Mar 10
Denton through Sunday, February 8
Total for the week trace
Total for the month trace
Total for the year 0.80”
Normal for the month 0.64”
Normal for the year 2.58”
Last week’s high/low 77°/23°
Normal high/low 57°/34°
Average temperature 53.5°
Normal average temperature 45.6°
As of 7 a.m. Sunday (in feet)
Possum King L. 1000 997.38 none
L. Bridgeport 836 827.35 -0.03
As of 7 a.m. Sunday (in feet)
Forecasts and graphics provided by
AccuWeather, Inc. ©2009
Tuesday 7:45 p.m. 7:51 a.m.
Wednesday 8:50 p.m. 8:22 a.m.
Thursday 9:54 p.m. 8:51 a.m.
Friday 10:56 p.m. 9:21 a.m.
Saturday 11:58 p.m. 9:52 a.m.
Sunday none 10:26 a.m.
Monday 12:58 a.m. 11:04 a.m.
Tuesday 7:19 a.m. 6:11 p.m.
Wednesday 7:18 a.m. 6:12 p.m.
Thursday 7:17 a.m. 6:13 p.m.
Friday 7:16 a.m. 6:13 p.m.
Saturday 7:15 a.m. 6:14 p.m.
Sunday 7:14 a.m. 6:15 p.m.
Monday 7:13 a.m. 6:16 p.m.
Jacksboro 20 3.73 none
near Boyd 16 6.76 -0.01
Bridgeport 12 2.06 -0.59
Shown is Tuesday’s weather.Shown is Tuesday’s weather.
Temperatures are Tuesday’s highs andTemperatures are Tuesday’s highs and
Tuesday night’s lows.Tuesday night’s lows.
Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon.
DECATURDECATUR72/4872/48
WEATHERFORDWEATHERFORD
74/4374/43
MINERAL WELLSMINERAL WELLS
74/5074/50
FORT WORTHFORT WORTH
74/4474/44
DALLASDALLAS
72/4972/49
PALO PINTOPALO PINTO
74/4974/49
FAIRFIELDFAIRFIELD
74/4074/40
GREENVILLEGREENVILLE
72/4472/44
JACKSBOROJACKSBORO
72/4872/48
SHERMANSHERMAN
74/4274/42
DENTONDENTON
72/4872/48
KAUFMANKAUFMAN
74/4874/48
GLEN ROSEGLEN ROSE74/4074/40
CLEBURNECLEBURNE
74/5074/50
STEPHENVILLESTEPHENVILLE74/4574/45
WAXAHACHIEWAXAHACHIE
74/4674/46
WICHITA FALLSWICHITA FALLS
72/4672/46
ARDMOREARDMORE
70/4770/47
GRAHAMGRAHAM
74/4174/41
MONTAGUEMONTAGUE
70/4270/42
WAURIKAWAURIKA
70/4270/42
ATHENSATHENS
74/4874/48
MCKINNEYMCKINNEY
72/4972/49
HENRIETTAHENRIETTA
72/4272/42
BONHAMBONHAM
72/4672/46
GAINESVILLEGAINESVILLE
72/4872/48
MERIDIANMERIDIAN
74/4574/45
DURANTDURANT
71/4871/48
WACOWACO
73/5473/54
CORSICANACORSICANA
74/5274/52
HILLSBOROHILLSBORO
74/4774/47
COMANCHECOMANCHE
73/4173/41
RF:RF: RF: RF: RF:RF: RF: RF: RF: RF:RF:RF: RF:RF:68°70° 63°62°60° 52°52°23°38° 36°23°32° 29°25°
Temperatures 2/10 - 2/16 Precipitation 2/10 - 2/16
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BRIDGEPORTBRIDGEPORT
72/4672/46
72/4472/44
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2009 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER
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It was senior night last Friday at Northwest High School where several talented Lady Texans played the final home game of their career. The senior class, which includes Ashley Morgan, Dee Dee Jones, Gen Zulueta, Shauntal Nobles, Kaela Nagle, Erica Terneus and Jocelyn made it a night to remember as they went out winners after betting Keller 51-47.
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