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2 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010YOUTH FAIR PREVIEWRewarding experienceBored with your job?Wise County Messenger Classifi edswww.wcmessenger.com/classSurplus and Offi ce FurnitureLarge selection of traditional & contemporaryPre-owned furniture for any size offi ce• Offi ce Chairs $25 & Up • 2-Drawer Lateral Files $49-$69• 4-Drawer Vertical Files $79-$99 • Folding Tables $25-$402741 E. Highway 114, Boyd • (940) 389-7870Open Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Closed Saturday & SundayWISE COUNTY COWBOY CHURCHwisecountycowboychurch.comSunday Service10:30 a.m.903-227-7369Decatur Livestock MARKET2473 North FM 51Decatur, TexasMessenger photo by Joe DutySHARING THE KITCHEN — Christian and Michaela Cross spent one morning fine-tuning their recipes for a banana puddingcake and white chocolate chip cranberry oatmeal cookies. They hope the judges like their creations at next week’s YouthFair.For Cross siblings, competition is secondary to community serviceBy KRISTEN TRIBEChristian and MichaelaCross of Alvord held anarmload of ribbons and trophiesafter the Chico ProjectShow. The 13- and 12-yearoldstand side by side in life,school and in the show ring.The siblings, who are membersof the Chico 4-H Club,are each others’ biggest fans— and toughest competition.Michaela said it’s not uncommonto hear her tell herbrother, “Good luck … Stillhope I beat you.”Christian smiles with thegraciousness of a big brother,but it’s hard to miss the competitivetwinkle in his eye.For the past few weeks, thekids have been fine-tuningrecipes, wrapping up craftprojects and working withtheir animals in preparationfor the Wise County YouthFair.“One lesson we learnedfrom last year is not to enterall the categories,” saidChristian.The Cross kids joined 4-Hin August 2008, and theirmom, Sherry Cross, becamea 4-H leader. The kids immediatelyjumped into severalprojects, and betweenthe two, they brought homeabout 35 ribbons from lastyear’s Youth Fair, and eachhad an animal in the sale.“This year they’re going topick only their favorite projectsto enter in the fair,” saidtheir grandmother, MarilynCross.Still, fair-goers are likelysee this brother-sister teamdashing between the barnsand the Women’s Building.Their “shortened” entry listincludes a cake, pies, cookies,an assortment of crafts anda menagerie of animals: heifers,Rosebud and Princess;and goats Snickers, Rusty,Josie, Kit Kat, Rio and Foxy.Michaela is also in thequeen’s contest, and bothwill participate in the clothingcompetition.Throughout the year, theyalso enter other stock showsand contests. Christian andMichaela are home-schooled,and a typical day for thesekids includes an early breakfast,a morning of class workand an afternoon spent workingwith their show animalsor other projects.The duo spent most of oneday baking just prior to theChico Project Show. Michaelawas whipping together abatch of cookies, and Christianwas baking a cake.The kids choose their ownrecipes, tweaking them asnecessary, and Marilyn saidthey take the family’s dietaryneeds into consideration.They often use recipes fromthe Mayo Clinic Web site.“Their great-grandmotheris diabetic, so they try toget things that she can eat,too,” Marilyn said. That dayContinued on page 6-“Welcome The Spirit In 2010”1st FREE CONCERTSat., March 201:30 - 8:30 p.m.Decatur Civic Center2010 US Hwy 380 • DecaturSPIRIT LED PERFORMERS1:30 PM Amen X-press Kim Saling2:00 PM Opening Prayer Rick Polk2:05 PM Joe Whitehead2:30 PM Janell Cartwright3:00 PM Dee Romine3:10 PM Mike Forbess4:00 PM Taylor Lindsey4:10 PM The Hinkle Family5:00 PM Amen X-press Kim Saling5:10 PM Joan Jackson6:00 PM Amen X-press Kim Saling6:10 PM Randy & Wendy Pierce7:00 PM Amen X-press Kim Saling7:05 PM K.I.G.S.8:35 PM Kim Saling & Tonya DavisPLUS COMMUNITY BOOTHS!Sponsored by: Amen X-press, non profit org.Bringing a community together...Please bring Bibles to be sent to KenyaDauenhauer Contractors, Inc.is proud to support All Contestants at the2010 Wise CountyYouth FairRen Young • Preston Lowery3650 W. Hwy 199 • Springtown, TX 76082817-220-7972 • 866-865-4324www.metalbuildingstexas.comEasterRain or ShineBounceHousePrizesEgg HuntOver3,000 eggs!11th AnnualSaturday,March 27 • 11 a.m.Age groups0-23 months 2-4 years5-7 years 8-10 yearsBikes2019 N. Hwy 287 • Decatur • 940-626-4595

ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010 32010 WISE COUNTY YOUTH FAIRQUEENS CONTESTANTS REPRESENTING FFAMegan Nicole BlandMegan Nicole Bland, 15,of Slidell is the daughter ofPaula and Wesley Bland.She represents Slidell FFAand is a freshman at SlidellHigh School.She was named WiseCounty Sheriff’s PosseQueen for 2007-2008, andwas a sweetheart in 2005-2006. She is current presidentof Slidell 4-H and hasalso served as secretary andreporter. She was class vicepresident for 2008-2009.She earned grand championhonors in clothing fiveyears and placed first infoods three years at the WiseCounty Youth Fair.Her favorite sport is track,and her favorite subject isBrooke Green, 18, is thedaughter of David and BrendaWatkins and representsAlvord FFA. She is a seniorat Alvord High School.She is the parliamentarianof the Alvord FFA chapterand is also a member ofFCCLA. She is a youth ministerat Hopewell BaptistChurch.She has been named tothe “A/B” honor roll and herfavorite subject is agriculture.Her interests are makingcrafts, welding, showinganimals and staging homes.She enjoys shopping andShelby Collins, 18, is thedaughter of Shane and TerriHedrick. She representsChico FFA and is a senior atChico High School.She is a member of theSanta Gertrudis BreedersInternational, Premier SantaGertrudis Association,National Junior Swine Association,Texas Club Pig Associationand National Societyof High School Scholars.She is chapter presidentof Chico FFA, and has alsoserved as Greenhand president,secretary, reporter andsecretary.Collins has been involvedin Beta Club since her sophomoreyear.She has been a member ofthe varsity track team sinceher freshman year, varsitybasketball since her sophomoreyear, softball during9th, 11th and 12th gradesand volleyball since hersophomore year.She has been class presidentsince her freshmanyear.She was named first teamall district in volleyball andwas a member of the All WiseCounty volleyball team inCourtney Kennedy, 17,of Chico is the daughter ofCandi Arrington. She representsDecatur FFA andis a senior at Decatur HighSchool.She is a district and chapterFFA officer. Her favoriteanimal to show is pigs.She is team captain of theDecatur High School soccerteam. Her favorite classesare English and agriculture.Her hobbies are playingsports, spending timewith friends and showinganimals. Her favoritemovie is “Robin Hood: Menin Tights,” and she likes allBrooke GreenShelby Collinsagriculture. She also enjoyshorse judging and sewing.She has participated intrack and cross country,medaling at various eventsin the last two years.hanging out with friendsand spending time with herfamily.2009 and was second teamall-district in 2008. She wasa regional qualifier in highjump her freshman and junioryears.She was a homecomingqueen nominee her junioryear and was named Who’sWho Among American HighSchool Scholars.Her favorite sport is volleyball,and her favoritesubject is physics.She is a member of Mt.Carmel Baptist Church.She plans to attend TexasTech University in Lubbockwhere she will major in animalscience.Courtney Kennedytypes of music, but countryis her favorite.She is a member of theRock Island Family Churchyouth group.Meagan Tucker, 17, ofBridgeport is the daughterof Damon and Sharon Tucker.She represents BridgeportFFA. She is a senior atBridgeport High School.Tucker is also involvedin National Honor Society,student council, 4-H,Leadership West Wise andprom committee. She is vicepresident of the BridgeportYouth Advisory Committee,vice president of historicalevents for TAFE, vice presidentof historical events forFCCLA and historian forECO Club.She has been a nurseryleader since 2006 and is amember of INAM at GraceFellowship Church.She was named most fashionablein 2010; placed seventhin the state in FFA AgIssues in 2009; earned firstplace with FFA Ag Issuesat district and area in 2009;was a homecoming nomineetop five finalist in 2009; wasa member of the FFA wooljudging team in 2009; andwas junior class favorite for2009.She was a homecomingnominee in 2008; wasawarded the BridgeportBull Award in 2006; wasKeenan Burgin, 18, ofBoyd is the granddaughteris Don and Treva Underhillof Boyd. She represents BoydFFA and is a senior at BoydHigh School. She serves assentinel for the Boyd FFAchapter and is also in NationalHonor Society. Shehas been named to the “A/B”honor roll throughout highschool.She participated in basketballand is a member ofthe varsity golf team. Herfavorite subject is English.She enjoys volleyball,wakeboarding, family,friends and music. She hasmentored elementary-agedHannah Kaker, 17, ofParadise is the daughter ofJohn and Lisa Kaker. Sherepresents Paradise FFAand is a senior at ParadiseHigh School.Kaker is also a memberof the Paradise High Schoolgolf team.Kaker has been namedAcademic All District twiceand was junior class homecomingprincess.Her favorite subject inEnglish.Kaker enjoys wakeboarding,going to the lake, shopping,eating out with friendsand movies. She is interestedin journalism and business.Meagan TuckerKeenan BurginHannah KakerLAW OFFICES OFSTEVEN M. WILLIAMS• Criminal Law• Family Law• Personal Injury & Accidents• Civil Litigation• Auto/Truck Accidents• On the Job Injuriesnamed most improved inBridgeport Volleyball for2006; was a FFA GreenhandSkills state qualifier for2006; placed second in FFAGreenhand Skills in areain 2006; and placed first inFFA Greenhand Skills indistrict in 2006.Her favorite sport is tennisand her favorite subjectis English.She enjoys shopping,camping, spending timewith friends, sewing, readingand movies.“I have a love for fashion,and one day I hope to havethe opportunity to create myown line of clothing that willbe known for its creativityand affordability,” she said.children for the past twoyears.She plans to attend AngeloState University in the fall.She volunteers for thetechnical department at herchurch.She plans to attend BaylorUniversity.802 W. Bus. Hwy 380(Next to Dairy Queen)Decatur, TX 76234940-627-6060“We’ll Fight For Your Rights”29 Years Experience - State Bar of Texas MemberFREE INITIAL CONSULTATION201058TH ANNUALWISE COUNTYYOUTH FAIRSCHEDULEMONDAY, MARCH 228:30 a.m. ...................................................................................Horse Show8-4 p.m. ....................................................Arrival of Dairy Breeding GoatsBreeding Boer Goatsmust be in place by 4 pm4-6 p.m. ................................................ Papers checked (Breeding Goats)7 p.m. .................................................................................Queens ContestTUESDAY, MARCH 238 a.m. .............................................................. Breeding Dairy Goat ShowBreeding Boer ShowRelease following shows8-12 noon .................................................................Arrival of Dairy Cattle8:30 a.m. ...................................................................................Horse Show2:30 p.m. ........................................................................Dairy Cattle ShowRelease following show5 p.m. ................................................................Arrival of Breeding Swine6 p.m. ......................................................................Breeding Swine ShowReleased following show6:30 p.m. .................................................................4-H Parade of Fashion7 p.m. ....................................................Floor price bids on Dairy HeifersWEDNESDAY, MARCH 248 a.m.-4 p.m. ..................................... Begin moving livestock into barns.Animals must be in place by 4 pm.Weight/Breed cards are due to Superintendents by 4:30 pm.8-8:30 a.m. ..................................................................... Arrival of Broilers9 a.m. ..................................................................................... Broiler ShowRelease following show10 a.m. ........................................................................................Dog Show3-5 p.m. ........................................................................... Arrival of Poultry4-7 p.m. .........................Registration papers & tattoos checked on BeefHeifers5-7 p.m. ...............................................................................Classifying of:Market SteersMarket LambsMarket WethersMarket HogsTHURSDAY, MARCH 257-8 a.m. .....................................................................Arrival of All Rabbits7:30-10 a.m. .................................................................................Arrival of:4-H Foods, Crafts,and PhotographyFCCLA Foods and Crafts8 a.m. .................................................................Meat Pen Rabbits judgedFollowed by Breeding Rabbits8 a.m. ......................................................................Breeding Sheep ShowReleased following showFollowed by:Market Lamb ShowFollowed by:Market Goat Show10:30 a.m. ...................................................FCCLA Food & Crafts judged11 a.m. ..................................................................... 4-H Food, Crafts, andPhotography judged2 p.m. ................................................................................... Poultry judged4 p.m. ...........................................................................Market Swine Show5 p.m. ................... Ag Mechanics begin moving in (must be in place by8 am Friday)5-8 p.m. .............................................Viewing of 4-H and FCCLA exhibitsFRIDAY, MARCH 268 a.m. ........................................................................Prospect Steer ShowFollowed by:Market Steer Show2 p.m. ............................................................. Breeding Beef Heifer ShowAll Beef Animals released at conclusion of show12 noon ..................................Release of: Market Goats, Lambs, & Hogs4 p.m. ................................................................................Poultry released4:30 pm ..................................... Pictures taken of: 4-H Food, Crafts, andPhotography winning entries4:45 p.m. ................................Pictures taken of: FCCLA winning entries5-6 p.m. ..................................... 4-H & FCCLA Food, Craft, Clothing, andPhotography released12 noon .................................................... Agricultural Mechanics judgedSATURDAY, MARCH 2710 a.m. ......................................................................................... Pet Show11-12:30 p.m. ..........................................................................Bar-B-Q Meal12:30 p.m. .........................................................................................Awards1 p.m. ...........................................................................2010 WCYF Auction2 p.m. ................................ Release of all remaining animals & Ag MechFor Youth Rodeo information, please contactThe Wise County Sheriff’s PosseDecatur: 1706 FM 51 South • 940-627-1553Alvord: 110 W. 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4 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 20102010 WISE COUNTY YOUTH FAIRQUEENS CONTESTANTS REPRESENTING 4-HBailey Ray MorrisBailey Ray Morris, 15,of Chico is the daughter ofPat and Janet Morris. Sherepresents Chico 4-H and isa freshman at Chico HighSchool.Morris is president of theChico 4-H chapter and hasserved as secretary. She isalso in FFA and FCCLA.Morris earned overall seniorgoat judger, high pointteam and team goat bowlhonors at state goat judgingcompetition. She also placedfirst at district and fourth atstate in method demonstrationhorticulture.She was given the ShiningStar award by Star Counciland was given the Farm Bureauaward in the citizenshipcategory.Morris was named senioroutstanding 4-H’er and seniorcommunity 4-H’er inher chapter. She has wonnumerous showmanshipCaitlin Pruett, 13, ofSlidell is the daughter ofCindy Pruett and Steve Pruett.She represents Slidell 4-H and is a seventh grader atSlidell Junior High.Pruett has served as vicepresident and secretary forthe Slidell 4-H chapter.She is also a member ofher church youth group.She has been named tothe “A” honor roll and wasawarded the Star Councilaward.She enjoys reading, runningand photography, andher interests are sports,church and UIL.Her favorite sport is basketball,and her favoritesubject is math.Olivia BettesworthCaitlin PruettAmber Orrand other awards for dairygoats.Her favorite subject is APEnglish, saying that, “I havea teacher that I just love,and I love being challengedto think outside the box.”She enjoys reading, listeningto music and “anythingthat involves ‘Twilight.’”Olivia Bettesworth, 14, ofParadise is the daughter ofEric and Tomi Sue Bettesworth.She represents Paradise4-H and is a student atParadise Junior High.She is secretary of Paradise4-H Club and is a memberof the Wise County 4-Hjudging team.She participates in volleyball,basketball and track.She is on the “A” honor roll.Her favorite pets are herdogs, Betsey and Ping, andher walking horse, Diamond.She enjoys scrapbooking anddesigning cards and shoppingwith her friends. Herrole models are her parents.She plans to be an agriculturalnutritionist or an agricultureagent.She is a member of GraceFellowship Church.Amber Orr, 13, of Alvords the daughter of Brian andelanie Orr. She representslvord 4-H and is an eighthraderat Alvord Middlechool.She is an officer in 4-Hnd is also a member ofriends of FFA. She cometesin photography andhows a Maine Anjou heifernd dairy goats.She enjoys school andlans to attend Texas ChrisianUniversity. She haslayed basketball and softallat Alvord schools andn summer leagues and haseen involved in cheerleadng.She attends Alvord BaptistChurch and is a memberof the vacation Bible schoolworship team.She enjoys spending timewith her friends.Blakely Brown, 13, ofDecatur is the daughter ofChad and Jackie Brown.She represents Decatur 4-Hand is an eighth grader atDecatur Middle School.She is secretary of the Decatur4-H Club and is alsoinvolved in National JuniorHonor Society, studentcouncil and is president ofthe Future City project.She is also active in volleyball,basketball, cross country,band and journalism.Sarah Anne Murray, 17,of Boyd is the daughter ofAnne and Ken Murray. Sherepresents Boyd 4-H and is ajunior at Boyd High School.She is the parliamentarianand past president of theBoyd 4-H Club and is theFFA reporter.She is also in the NationalHonor Society and serves onprom committee.She is enrolled in a historyclass at Weatherford Collegeand is working toward a distinguished-leveldiploma.Murray works at BoydAnimal Hospital and helpsher parents teach religiouseducation at her church.She also sings in the churchBlakely BrownSarah Anne Murraychoir.Murray enjoys horsebackriding, showing animals,photography, theater, cookingand spending time withfriends.Michaela Gabrielle CrossMichaela Gabrielle Cross,12, of Alvord is the daughterof Sherry Cross. She representsthe 4-H Clothing andTextile Club.She is president of theClothing and Textile Club.She is also a member of the2009-2010 County Council,4-H Family and ConsumerScience Task Force and isreporter for Chico 4-H. Herprojects include beef, goat,horse, consumer education,horticulture, veterinary science,public speaking andcommunity service. She isalso a member of the JuniorAmerican Dairy Goat Association,Junior AmericanPaint Horse Association,Junior Santa GertrudisBreeders International andPremier Santa GertrudisAssociation.She was reserve championand took first place in thejunior division in creativecostume at the 2010 FortWorth Stock Show. In 2009,she was third in the juniordivision.She was named grandchampion in intermediateclothing construction at the2009 Wise County YouthFair Fashion Show and alsotook first place in the dressycategory and second placein intermediate casual. Herdairy wether at the fairbrought $1,500.She was named Rookie ofthe Year at the 2009 Chico4-H banquet.She has received severalblue ribbons at variousevents in 2009, includingthe Chico Project Show,State Goat Judging Contest,TX/OK Fair Goat Show, DistrictNutritional Quiz Bowl,District Food Show, DistrictFood Challenge, District4-H Record Book, DistrictRoundup-Educational Presentations,Wise CountyFood Show, Wise CountyFood Challenge and WiseCounty 4-H Record Book.She is an active memberof the Pleasant View BaptistChurch where she is amember of the praise andworship music team. Sheis also in the church youthgroup and has been involvedin several fundraisers.Her favorite sport is basketball,and her favoritesubject is science. She isinterested in veterinary science,science and technology,working with her animals,singing, working withthe handicapped and doingcommunity service. She alsolikes to spend time with herfamily, read, cook and garden.HOLMESAuto SupplyBest wishes to all the 2010 Wise CountyYouth Fair Participants! We are proud tosupport the youth of our community.Quality Name Brands You Can Trust803 W. Main • Decatur • 940-627-2350www.holmesautosupply.comCody Jane Chapman StevensCody Jane ChapmanStevens, 13, of Boyd is thedaughter of Laura J. Stevens.She represents WiseCounty Horse 4-H Club andis an eighth grader at ChisholmTrail Middle School.She is president and juniorleader of the Wise County 4-H Horse Club.“I enjoy helping other kidslearn about horses and riding,”she said. “I have beenriding since I was a babyand have been showing allmy life.”Stevens placed sixth inthe Appaloosa Youth WorldShow in trail in 2007, andhas won several bucklesand a computer showing herhorse Alias Apache Love.Stevens plays volleyballand the flute in band. Herfavorite subject is math.Alicia Erwin, 17, ofBridgeport is the daughterof Jamie and Scott Erwin.She represents Bridgeport4-H Club and is a senior atBridgeport High School.She has been in 4-H foreight years and her projectsrange from consumer buyingfashion to dog show.“My favorite project is myhorse, who is an appaloosanamed Zippy,” she said.She has served as clubpresident, vice presidentand is the secretary of theCounty Council. Erwin wasawarded the Star awardsand has placed in multiplestate 4-H competitions.She is also in the BridgeportFFA chapter, servingas vice president and competingin horse judging andpoultry judging and is onthe Ag Issues team.Erwin played volleyball atBridgeport High School andwas named to the secondAlicia ErwinShe also enjoys her summersspent with family inIowa, riding horses and listeningto music.She plans to become anagriculture engineer andwould like to attend TexasA&M University.team All Wise County team.She is a member of GraceFellowship Church, whereshe operates the sound andlight booth for the PowerzoneChildren’s Ministry.She plans to attend TexasA&M University.She enjoys spending timewith friends and volunteersat the Wise County HorseRescue Farm.Good Luck to allparticipants in the 2010Wise County Youth FairNorth TexasTire & AutomotiveNew & Used Tires - Auto Repair103 S. 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ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010 52010 WISE COUNTY YOUTH FAIRQUEENS CONTESTANTS REPRESENTING FCCLABailey Hankins, 15, isthe daughter of Ronnieand Kristi Hankins. She isa freshman at Slidell HighSchool represents SlidellFCCLA.She is parliamentarianfor the organization and isalso a member of 4-H, FFA,Howling Hounds and athletics.Hankins’ favorite sportsare basketball and track.She also enjoys horsebackriding, swimming, fishing,singing and dancing.Her interests include animals,babysitting, cookingand music. She is involvedwith youth ministry andCaly Rangel, 17, is thedaughter of Cason andShelly Rangel. She is a seniorat Alvord High Schooland represents Alvord FC-CLA.She’s been an FCCLAmember for four years. Thisyear she is also secretaryof the National Honor Societyand is on the StudentAdvisory Committee. Pastmemberships include theSpanish Club, Science Club,Student Council and Fellowshipof Christian Athletes.For the past two years, shehas participated in One ActPlay and advanced to arealast year. Her freshman andjunior years she advancedto regionals in UIL spellingand has competed all fouryears.Rangel played basketballher freshman year and hasrun track and cross countryall through high school.She qualified for state incross country this year andwas a regional qualifier herfreshman and sophomoreyears. She was also a regionalqualifier in track hersophomore year.Rangel has received thegeometry and EnglishCandice McDaniel, 18, isthe daughter of Gary andCynthia McDaniel. She representsParadise FCCLAand is a senior at ParadiseHigh School.She is the vice presidentof her FCCLA chapter, secretaryof Students With ATask (SWAT) and studentcouncil treasurer. McDanielis also a member of the promcommittee and is co-captainof the volleyball team.She has also served herclass as treasurer and vicepresident and was the sophomorerepresentative on theathletic council.McDaniel’s volleyball honorsthis year include All DistrictLibero, All Wise CountyDefensive Player of the Year,Academic All District, PHSDefensive Player of the Yearand All Tournament Team.During the 2008-2009school year, she was All DistrictLibero, All Wise CountyLibero, and PHS DefensivePlayer of the Year. Shewas also given the HustlerAward and was named tothe Academic All Districtteam.In 2007-2008, she wasHonorable Mention All Districtand was named PHSBailey HankinsCaly Rangelalso goes on church trips.Hankins was salutatorianof her eighth grade class.awards and was namedclass favorite her junior yearand homecoming queen thisyear.In service to her community,she has been a SalvationArmy bell ringer, trickor-treatedfor UNICEF andhelped with the elementaryclothes closet. She has alsoparticipated in Relay forLife for four years and wascaptain of her team the lasttwo years.She attends the Churchof Christ in Decatur and enjoysscrapbooking, reading,journaling and jogging. Herfavorite class is dual-creditwriting.Candice McDanielMost Improved.Other athletic awards include:basketball, SecondTeam All District and PHSOffensive Player of the Year— 2008-2009; softball, AllWise County Infielder andAll District Base Runner —2008-2009, All District Infielder— 2007-2008; track,regional qualifier — 2008-2009.McDaniel’s favorite subjectis English, and she wonthe “The Comeback Kid”Award in that subject. Shealso won the Teacher Awardin history.Her interests include anythingathletic, spending timeby the pool and shopping.She is also part of theTiffany Bishop, 18, is thedaughter of Kassie McDonaldand Charlie Bishop. Sheis a senior at BridgeportHigh School and representsBridgeport FCCLA.She is vice president ofparliamentary law for theorganization. She is also vicepresident of fundraising forTexas Association of FutureEducators and a member ofSTAND, Drama Club, SpanishClub, One Act Play andFellowship of Christian Athletes.Bishop has been named aclass favorite and is a sportsmedicine trainer. She’s alsothe baseball manager, eventhough her favorite sport isfootball.Interested in leadershipwork, she is a certified peereducator and is a studenteducator of domestic violence.Bishop has made the “A”honor roll and “A/B” honorroll, and her favorite subjectis economics.At church she participatesin plays, the shut-inand nursing home ministry,youth group and missionDecatur CivicCenter Staffwould like toSaysGood Luckto all 2010Wise CountyYouth FairParticipants!Tiffany Bishoptrips, and she works in thechurch nursery.Bishop is an active volunteerand has given her timeto Boo at the Zoo, Fly WithoutWings, the SalvationArmy, Domestic ViolencePrevention and local eventsfor children.She has also participatedin canned food drives andRelay for Life.Although school, churchand volunteer activitieskeep Bishop busy, in herfree time, she enjoys goingto concerts and footballgames and hanging out withfriends.Family Living Designs, LLC~ Outdoor Rooms~ Landscape Design~ Treehouses~ Interior Design~ Room Makeovers940-393-3537www.familylivingdesignsllc.com2010 W. 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She isalso interested in Americanhistory, art and the TexasRangers.Bowyer is a member ofCornerstone Baptist Churchwhere she works in thenursery and is part of theyouth group, Torch StudentMinistries.Although she stays busywith school and church,Bowyer enjoys cooking,reading and drawing in herOwner:Steven OatesTX IRR Lic. #8747TDA Lic. #387038Alyssa Bowyerfree time.She plans to earn a bachelor’sdegree in dental hygienefrom Texas Woman’sUniversity and work for apediatric dentist. She alsoaspires to earn a master’sdegree and work part timein the mission field administeringdental care to underservedpopulations.Bowyer said she alsowants to have a family ofher own in the future andlive in Wise County.Good LuckYouth Fair Participants!Enjoy the Fair!Left to right:Travis CaddellD.D.S.John WinderD.D.S.Paige Winder,D.D.S.Timothy Casey,D.D.S.Roy KindrickD.D.S., M.S.DJohn Winder, D.D.S., Inc.FAMILY DENTISTRY • IMPLANTS • TOOTH WHITENINGORAL SURGERY5 0 1 S . 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6 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010Continued from page 2Michaela was baking whitechocolate chip cranberry oatmealcookies, and Christianwas finishing a banana puddingcake.Christian admits to sometimeswinging it in thekitchen and baking withouta recipe.“I remember trying to doone on my own without arecipe – chocolate cake,” hesaid. “But it turned out likerubber.”He still likes to try hishand at cakes and even wonfourth place at the Youth Fairlast year with “Christian’s DrPepper and Apple Cake.”Michaela likes to eat cake,but she leaves the baking toher brother.“I hate making cakes;they’re a pain in the butt,”she said. “The only cake I canget right-side up is an upsidedown cake.”She prefers cooking to baking.The duo teams up occasionallyfor events like theFood Challenge, a relativelynew competition, much likethe Food Network’s “IronChef,” and not related to theYouth Fair.Teams are given pre-deerminedamounts of ingreients,but no recipe. Within0 minutes, they must createdish and prepare informaionabout the nutrient valesand serving size.In 2009, they teamed upith fellow 4-Her’s Clay andmily Egle. Marilyn shooker head and laughed recallngwhen they came out ofhe competition.“They came out and said itwasn’t challenging enougho we made our own chalenge,’”said Marilyn. “Weere like … what did youo?”While preparing the dish,he serving bowl was broen,so the team of four hado make an alternate plan.hey ended up using a largeowl to serve a small salada lesson in problem solvng,even if they did lose aew points.Christian and Michaelaren’t afraid of a challengend in fact, they seek it. Theamily regularly visits TanyLeather Factory in Fortorth to purchase leatheror various projects, and it’secome an art that particuarlyinterests Christian.Best WishesYouth FairParticipants!We areproud ofyou!YOUTH FAIR PREVIEWRewarding experience ...Messenger photos by Joe DutyIMMERSED IN 4-H — Christian and Michaela Cross of Alvordjoined 4-H in 2008, but they are already involved in numerousprojects and have taken on leadership roles within the Chico4-H Club and other specialty clubs within the county. Below,the brother-sister team brought home several ribbons andtrophies from the Chico Project Show. They will be enteringmany of the same items in next week’s Youth Fair.Marilyn said on one visithe was admiring the saddles,and he wanted to make onefor his first project. Marilynlaughed and told him itwould be best to start withsomething smaller.Last year he made a leatherwestern belt with rhinestonesfor Michaela and wonfirst place at the Youth Fair— an accomplishment ofwhich he’s proud, and rightfullyso.Their lists of activities andawards fill numerous pages,and although they’ve wonmore accolades in two yearsthan some 4-Her’s do in theirentire career, Christian andMichaela’s favorite part of4-H has been the opportunityit provides to serve theircommunity.SECURITYASSURED“My favorite part is thecommunity service becauseyou’re giving back and notworried about rewards,” saidMichaela.Christian said 4-H hashelped him become a bettercitizen.“I’ve learned things I cando to better my community,and it’s helped me be responsible,”he said.They have volunteeredat Sonflower Camp and FlyWithout Wings equine center.They have also donateditems to the Hope Chest inBridgeport, decorated theChico Square for Christmas,rang the bell for SalvationArmy and cleaned the roadsidethrough the Adopt-a-Highway program, amongcountless other things.The kids are membersof Pleasant View BaptistChurch and participate incommunity service projectswith the youth group, too.Michaela and Christian remembergoing to a homelessshelter in Wichita Falls assmall children where theirfamily helped sort meals,and they gave away gloves tothe people staying there.Marilyn said on one suchtrip, Michaela took off herbrand new coat and gave itto another little girl at theshelter.“I hope you’re not madat me,” Michaela told hergrandmother.Marilyn said she told her,“Oh, no; of course, not. 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8 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010CelebrationsIla Mae and Rodney MoteFiftieth wedding anniversary March 18, 2010Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Dean Buzumabride formerly Charlene Dan’l ChipmanVows exchanged Feb. 14, 2010You’ve got it...Somebody wants it.Wise County Messenger Classifi eds • www.wcmessenger.com/classHappyTrailsto all Wise CountyYouth FairParticipantsDental2201 S. FM 51, Suite 300DECATURDouble Creek CapitalBuilding940-626-0003Ila Mae and Rodney Moteof Greenwood will celebratetheir fiftieth anniversarywith a reception hosted bytheir daughter and son-inlawfrom 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday,March 20, at GreenwoodBaptist Church.Rodney Mote and the formerIla Mae Florida weremarried March 18, 1960, inGreenwood.ILA MAE AND RODNEY MOTEThe couple’s daughter,Elaine Jackson and husband,Dave, live in Greenwood.The Motes have fourgrandchildren.Rodney is retired fromPeterbilt in Denton, and IlaMae is retired from CocanoughterProperties in Decatur.They attend GreenwoodBaptist Church.NEW ARRIVALSNevin James RobertsMarch 5, 2010Steven and Misty Robertsof Sunset announce the birthof a son, Nevin James, bornMarch 5, 2010, at Wise RegionalHealth System in Decatur.He weighed 5 pounds,3 ounces and was 17 incheslong.He has a brother, Nash,10, and a sister, Natalie, 3.Grandparents are JamesMercer of Decatur, Ronnieand Pam Maricle ofBoyd and James and MelbaRoberts of Decatur. Greatgrandparentsare Jim andEdith Mercer of Decatur.Casen Lane SmithMarch 6, 2010Christal Malone and CobySmith of Bowie announcethe birth of a son, CasenLane Smith, born March6, 2010, at Wise RegionalHealth System in Decatur.He weighed 6 pounds, 3ounces and was 18 incheslong.Grandparents are PamPound of Bowie, BryanMalone Sr. of Decatur andJimmy and Paula Smith ofBowie.Great-grandparents areWilda Malone of Decatur,Edward and Connie Browningof Chico, Shirley Perrymanof Wichita Falls andCharles and Linda Smith ofBowie.Great-great-grandparentis Pauline Clark of Bowie.Hayden Jo CichorackiMarch 5, 2010Matthew Cichoracki andAshley Bridges of Alvordannounce the birth of a son,Hayden Jo Cichoracki, bornMarch 5, 2010, at NorthTexas Community Hospitalin Bridgeport. He weighed 5pounds, 4 ounces and was 171/2 inches long.He has two sisters, HannahBridges, 8, and HailieBridges, 7.Grandparents are Steveand Mary Greenfield of Alvordand Henry and AudreyCichoracki.Great-grandparent isMary Edwards of Alvord.James Daniel BrawnerMarch 5, 2010Bradley Brawner and AlmyraThompson of AlvordContinued on page 9RIGHT ON THE CORNER (US287/US380) • RIGHT ON THE PRICE!MR. AND MRS. JEFFREY DEAN BUZUMA*TAX, TITLE, LICENSE, EXTRA. With approved credit. All applicable incentives and dealer discounts apply.Prices do not include dealer adds. 2010 Dually: #39-10118. 2010 Ram 1500 Crewcab 4x4: #39-10074. 2010 Ram Reg. Cab: #39-10048We support our youth whoparticipate in the WiseCounty Youth Fair.It is a rewardingexperience!Munn’s Home & AutoAce HardwareHardware 940-433-2321 • Auto 940-433-2322112 S. Hovey, Boyd, TXMORE 2010 RAM for MUCH LESS!DODGE 1500 *REGULAR CABWAS$22,935REDUCED TOCharlene Dan’l Chipmanof Bedford, Va., married JeffreyDean Buzuma of BedfordFeb. 14, 2010, at BedfordMemorial Chapel. TheRev. Joe Flowers officiatedthe double ring ceremony.The bride is the daughterof Anthony and Robbin Gildonof Decatur. The groom isthe son of the late AlexanderBuzuma and Sandra Buzumaof Summerfield, N.C.The bride wore a floorlengthgown and a bridal setof white Tahitian pearls andpink sapphires in white gold.She carried her grandmother’shandkerchief and woreher mother’s pearl bracelet.She wore a blue tourmalinering from the groom andcarried a bouquet of Leonidasroses wrapped in goldribbon.Matron of honor was RitaBuzuma and maid of honorwas Brooke LeAnn Buzuma.Ringbearer was WilliamGregory Buzuma, son ofWilliam Todd Buzuma andRita Buzuma.Best man was William$18,9351500 4x4CREWCAB *Todd Buzuma.A reception was heldMarch 7, hosted by thebride’s mother and grandmothers,Jackie Deaton andDebbie Justice.The couple lives in Bedford,Va.REDUCED TO$27,998We’re rootin’ for all the Youth Fair Participants!We’re rootin’ for all the Youth Fair Participants!WAS$35,045Klementcjd.comUS 287 North, Decatur 817.430.8416 940.62940.627.6700.67001795 South Hwy. 101Bridgeport, TX 76426940-683-42773500 DIESELCREWCAB4X4 *WAS$51,335REDUCED TO$44,724Sales:8-7:00 Mon.-Friday8-6:00 SaturdayService & Parts:7:30-6:00Monday-Friday2010 Ram HD: Motor Trend’s “Truck of The Year”RIGHT ON THE CORNER (US287/US380) • RIGHT ON THE PRICE!5222 FM 51 South • Decatur • 940-627-6868“No Job Too Large or Small”ALLTYPESOFHAULING• Driveways• Roads• House Pads• Dozer Work• Residential• Commercial

ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010 9OutdoorMulching advice, killingweeds and trimming holliesBy NEIL SPERRYDear Neil: You mentioned severaleeks ago that fresh cedar chips coulde used on top of the ground as a mulch,ut that they shouldn’t beorked into the soil, sincehey would tie up nitrogen.ill the same thing happenfter they have partially roted?Can they be used as aoil amendment then?Once they have decayedeyond your being able toecognize them as beingrom cedars, you can certainywork them into the soil.owever, cedar breaks downlowly, so it would be best ifou combined them with other formsf organic matter in your compost pileor a year or two before you incorpoatedthem into the soil.It’s always best to use several typesContinued from page 8announce the birth of a son, James Daniel Brawner, bornMarch 5, 2010, at North Texas Community Hospital inBridgeport. He weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and was 20 1/2inches long.He has two sisters, Trinity Leann, 7, and Trayleigh Jo, 6.Grandparents are Terry Brawner, Ricky Brawner, DanielJ. Gardner and Paula Gardner.Great-grandparents are Maydell Brawner, Dorothy Weaverand Ruth Vedbraaten.Eian-NathanyalLee SeelingMarch 6, 2010Gardner’sMailbagFancy Reeves and Seth-Eian Seeling of Azle announcethe birth of a son, Eian-Nathanyal Lee Seeling, born March6, 2010, at North Texas Community Hospital in Bridgeport.He weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long.Grandparents are Belinda Reeves of Azle, Norman Seelingof Azle, Robert Reeves of Empire, Ala., and KendraThorn of Jacksboro.Great-grandparents are Melvin and Betty Seeling of Azle,Lorene and Leroy Reeves of Empire, Dorothy and Al Waddleof Springtown, Dorothy and Lawson Clark of WichitaFalls.of organic matter, since they’ll breakdown at different rates. It’s that decompositionthat loosens clay soils.Dear Neil: I have had a very difficulttime finding Team or Dimensionpre-emergent weedkillers.What else should I belooking for?Dimension is widely availableat independent retailgarden centers in Fertilome,Hi Yield and GreenLight Products, among others.Most will be labeled as“crabgrass and grassbur preventers.”If, for any reason, you stillcan’t find them, ask anyTexas Certified Nursery Professionalfor help in selecting another pre-emergentherbicide for those two summerweeds.Your time is rapidly getting awayNEW ARRIVALSfrom you, however. You need to applythe granules immediately.Dear Neil: I have a row of Needlepointhollies behind our deck. The soilslopes, so while the hollies are all thesame height, it appears that they havebeen trimmed incorrectly, to a slant.How can I reduce the height of the tallestcouple of plants by 12 to 15 incheswithout ruining them?Use lopping shears, and remove onebranch or twig at a time. Your goal willbe to lower each plant’s height, whileyou still leave foliage on a few of thebranches, so that they can nurse theplants back to full growth.Some of the cuts will be fairly fardown into the crowns of the plants,while others will be just to remove afew inches of twigs and leaves. But,the main issue is that you need to doGabriel AcostaMarch 7, 2010Jesus Acosta and Etelvina Acosta of Rhome announce thebirth of a son, Gabriel, born March 7, 2010, at Wise RegionalHealth System in Decatur. He weighed 6 pounds, 10 ouncesand was 18 inches long.He has a sister, Andrea, 7.Grandparents are Pablo Luevano and Predesvinda Luevanoof Boyd.Cade Conway NashMarch 6, 2010Continued on page 10Corey Nash and Crystal Penland of Boyd announce thebirth of a son, Cade Conway Nash, born March 6, 2010, atWise Regional Health System in Decatur. 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10 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010OutdoorMulching advice, killing weedsand trimming hollies ...ontinued from page 9all this pruning with handtools, not with power hedgetrimmers. Step back everycut or two to see what impactyou’re having on theappearance of the plants.Remember that you canalways remove more. Youcan never remove less. It’sfine to prune them one time,then to come back for an additionaltrim.Dear Neil: Our lawn iseing overtaken by wildtrawberries and some typef wild violet (sample enlosed).Could you pleaseuggest a control for eachhat wouldn’t harm theawn?Use any of the manyroadleafed weedkillers.oth weeds you mentionedre non-grassy, meaninghey’re not members of therass family. Broadleafedeedkillers, labelled also forandelions, clover, poisonvy and dichondra, will killny non-grass. Applied acordingto label directions,hey will do no harm to theawn or to near-by trees andhrubs.Dear Neil: We have aovely, large holly tree thathas lots of yellow leaves injust the last couple of weeks.It’s never happened before.Can you help us? We don’twant to lose it.That’s absolutely normalfor hollies and any otherbroadleafed evergreens.Magnolias, gardenias, ligustrumsand live oaks areall notorious for droppingtheir prior season’s leavesin a hurry at some point inthe spring. It is definitelyno cause for concern. It mayjust be more sudden anddramatic this year than others.Dear Neil: Why do myroses turn brown and notopen properly?That’s thrips. Look insideone of the buds just as itstops developing. You’ll probablysee tiny, sliver-shapedinsects where the petals attach.Those are the thrips,and they’ll turn roses brownand dried. They’ll also causewhite flowers to have rosecoloredspeckling.They’ll attack lots of kindsof plants. 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OutdoorListen to the sounds of springBy CLAIRE CURRY“Official” spring, the equiox,is getting closer andloser, but already we havewide variety ofpring singers cretinga wonderfuloundtrack. Mostf our early singersre birds and frogsthe insect chorusill get louder ashe season proresses).I’m goingo talk about whyhey are singingnd what you canisten for at thisime of year.If you have questions about your Medicare options,I can help.You're invited to join your neighbors for a Medicare informational meeting near you. This is your chanceto ask questions and learn about the Medicare options available in your area. A local SecureHorizons ®representative will be available to talk with you about your choices.You can still switch plans through March 31. ±DANIEL MOUGHON817-923-1213, TTY 711Visit our Web Site at www.SecureHorizons.comMONDAY MARCH 15 152:30 P.M. PMPIZZA HUT601 601 S. S. WASHBURNDECATUR, TX 76234Birds andBeyondAnimals communicatethrough song. The singeris sending a message to avariety of listeners – othermales, females and even potentialpredators.A frog may want its fellowfrogs to hear its boomingvoice, but predators can hearit, too. A colorful, singingbird is advertising its vigor,but sitting still and makingnoise on a conspicuous perchmakes it more vulnerable topredators. Thus, all communicationscan be hijacked.Indeed, when we look fora bird after hearing it sing,we are effectually hijackingits message for another purpose.The bird isn’t singingfor our benefit, but we takeadvantage of the sound toget a good look at the beautifulcardinal or bouncingwren. Predators just take ita step further and eat it.So, to avoid being eaten, acreature could just stop singing,but it has a message forpotential rivals and mates.A distinctive song signals toa female that the singer is amember of its own species.It would be a waste of energyfor a female cardinal totrack down a singing wren,so cardinals that can recognizetheir own song willleave more offspring. Thoseoffspring will likely inheritthe parents’ ability to learntheir own species’ song.Likewise, thereis no point in amale wren attackinga male cardinalin its territory;they aren’t competingfor similarfoods or for thesame females.Different animalsuse cuesto decide if thesinger might be aworthwhile mate.In frogs, for example,the pitch of the songdepends on body size. A biggerfrog can have a lowerpitchedsong due to thephysics of sound production.If a female prefers a largermate (perhaps because heroffspring would be biggerand those offspring mightdo better battling for potentialmates in the future),then she can make a choicejust by listening to the variousmales at a pond.Different birds may prefersongs that are more varied,more similar to the onesthey grew up learning orthat are sung for longer periodsof time.Although we’re waitingfor the first green sprouts ofspring and associate singingbirds with that time, theyactually begin their breedingseasons based on daylightcues. So, after a certaintime of year, birds may singwhenever the daily conditionsare good (a warm orsunny day).Getting started singingearlier than other membersof their species may snagthem a good territory andpartner earlier than theneighbors. In fact, in juncos(a winter bird speciesMONDAY MARCH 22 222:30 P.M. P MPIZZA HUT601 S. WASHBURNDECATUR, TX 76234here in Texas), males winterfarther north and migratenorth earlier to get choiceterritories. However, if theygo too soon, they may notfind any food. It’s a tradeoffbetween getting a headstart on reproduction versusfinding food.Likewise for frogs, breedingearly may give a headstart (the tadpoles willget bigger before the others,and the frog might getto lay more eggs later, too),but there is the possibilityof a late deep freeze killingyour tadpoles or their foodsources.Frogs typically start singingbased on how wet it isand how warm it is, so theyare particularly vulnerableto unusual weather. A warm,wet period followed by a latefreeze could cause more ofthem to breed too early.Thus, all aspects of singinghave some trade-offsinvolved. Sing too much ortoo conspicuously and youmay get eaten. Don’t sing,and you won’t find a mate.Start singing and breedingtoo early and you might notfind enough food for your babies,but start too late andyou won’t even get a goodterritory or leave as manyyoung’uns behind.These opposing pressurescontribute to the ultimatereasons why the birds andfrogs are singing now, andnot a few months earlier orlater. Variation in the geneticbasis for these timingsand traits means that mostindividuals will start at the“best” time, but a few willstart earlier or later.What kind of creatureswill you find outside rightnow? Some industrious amphibianswill be singing in40-degree weather, but allwe’ve heard so far are theStrecker’s Chorus-Frogs,Now's the perfect time to askabout your Medicare Advantage,Part D and MedicareSupplement options. Call now toreserve your seat at a Medicareinformational meeting near you.MONDAY MARCH 29 292:30 PM P.M.PIZZA HUT601 S. 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12 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010Youth and EducationHONOR ROLLSCarson ElementaryFourth Six WeeksA Honor RollSECOND GRADE — Miguel Alvarez, Matthew Ashmore, Grace Baker,Kerly Baltierrez, Journey Bernard, Jerry Biddie, Dean Brotherton, ClaytonChristian, Rodrigo Cruz, Damari De Leon, Jillian Dunagan, Nayeli Esquivel,Ivan Fernandez, Isaiah Galarza, Brandon Griffin, Austin Griffin, Christopherross, Seth Hakanson, Emily Haney, Hayden Hurst, Jesus Inguanzo, KimerlyJackson, Keaton Jordan, Barrett Kelton, Zach Knight, Kaitlyn Lane,ick Lindsey, Makayla Martinez, Reagan Mattison, Kyle McCollum, VictoiaMcElhaney, Madison Mitchell, Emanuel Morales, Tanner Mote, Sulemaacheco, Katelyn Rhoades, Juliana Rodriguez, Damaris Rodriguez, Lea Saas,Vanessa Sanders, Hatti Shipman, Aliyah Smith, Hannah Sonnenberg,ngel Sprague, Madelyn Thompson, Mckenna Van Epps and Colton WhiteTHIRD GRADE — Emily August, Carsyn Bailey, Nicholas Bishop, Reeseannon, Nate Carr, Kaity Flake, Wyatt Fuller, Trey Klose, Bryce Monett,arrett Penny, Cameron Pitts, Corin Rodriguez, Aly Skarke and MadelinemithFOURTH GRADE — Hannah Adkins, Dylan Gindt, Emily Kirkelie, MaxineSUDOKUMaldonado, Marissa McDuff, Chryslyn Perkins, Hagan Shipman and CelesteVanderbeckA/B Honor RollSECOND GRADE — Anthony Archuleta, Sam Bagwell, Hayleigh Bannister,Keisha Barnett, Elizabeth Bennett, Dylan Blaylock, Andy Bradford,Windy Britton, Katie Brooker, Trent Byrd, Ian Caporale, Logan Chambless,Madison Conway, Julianna Del Castillo, Belle Edgar, Dalton Gross, DominicGross, Eddie Fernandez, Ashlynn Gillispie, Gary Gonsales, Brendon Harrel,Lucie Hartman, Bo Hermanson, Ryan Hubbard, Avi Huerta, A.J. 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VOLUME 131 - NO. 21 SUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2010 DECATUR, TEXAS 24 PAGES IN TWO SECTIONS PLUS INSERTS 75¢The Decatur School BoardThursday voted to changethe name of the middleschool to honor a couplefor years of service to thedistrict.The unusually wet winterhas been great for lakelevels, but not everyone ishappy about the saturatedlandscape.BoydBridgeportRenoPlanoNews Briefs ..... 2AOpinion ........... 4ABusiness ......... 6ASports ...............1BSee page 2AMonday, March 15, is thedeadline to register tovote or update your voterinformation for the April 13primary runoff election. Ifyou did not vote in eitherprimary election or if youvoted in the Republicanprimary, you can vote inthe runoff. If you voted inthe Democratic primary,you may not vote in therunoff election since thereis not a Democratic runoffin Wise County. See page10A for related story. Forinformation call (940)626-4453 or (940) 627-3656.See page 3AWith Kaleb Read and CalebRead both playing in theParadise Panthers infield,both are making uniquecontributions to the team’ssuccess.See page 1BSee page 12AClassifi eds .........6BWise Business 12BObits .............. 12AWise County MessengerP.O. Box 149115 South TrinityDecatur, Texas 76234www.wcmessenger.comBy BRIAN KNOXThe Decatur school district is nowofficially looking for a new leaderafter Superintendent Gary Gindtannounced his resignation at Thursday’sschool board meeting.By BRANDON EVANSNeighbors acted quickly torescue two dogs from insidea burning Aurora residenceWednesday afternoon.A two-story home in the400 block of Aurora VistaTrail caught fire shortly after4 p.m.Owners Morris and CathyDaniel weren’t home, soneighbors Scott and PatriciaGross took the initiative torescue two dogs they knewThe announcement came immediatelyafter board member KevinHaney made a motion to extendGindt’s contract.Gindt thanked Haney for the offerbut announced that he “felt it was agood time” to resign. The board thenwere inside.“A couple driving by ona motorcycle saw the fire,”Scott Gross said. “Theydidn’t have a cell phone onthem so they banged on ourdoor. I called 911.”The Grosses live directlyacross the street.“We knew they had twodogs in there, and one of thedogs is really old,” PatriciaGross said.Scott stormed across thestreet and banged on thefront door to see if anyonewas home. When no one answered,he rushed to rescuethe family pets.He used a flower pot tobreak into the back door ofthe home and free the dogsfrom the burning house.The fire started in the ceilingof a media room locatedabove the garage said WiseCounty Fire Marshal MarcDodd. A lighting fixture ap-Caleb Read.voted 6-0 to accept the resignationwithout further discussion. Boardmember Alan White was not in attendance.After the meeting, board presidentJoey Luttrull gave the Messenger awritten statement that was titled ajoint statement between the schoolboard and Gindt.“Dr. Gerard Gindt has announcedhis resignation as superintendent ofschools for the Decatur IndependentMessenger photo by Joe DutyTIME ON HIS HANDS — Precinct 2 Commissioner Kevin Burns repels from the courthouse tower to repair the 114-year-old north clock face Thursday. WhileBurns reconstructs the hands, the north tower is without time. Hopefully it won’t take the same amount of effort for Wise Countians to move their clocksone hour forward as Daylight Savings Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday. County Fire Marshal Marc Dodd encourages people to replace batteries in their smokealarms at this time.By MANDY BOURGEOISThe Bridgeport City Council extended an offer toBrandon Emmons for the city administrator positionTuesday. Emmons is currently manager of thetown of Trophy Club.Mayor Don Majka said that Emmons is a perfectfit for the city.“He’s got several good qualities. He’s very outgoing,very knowledgeable of city business, very wellexperienced — that’s some of the major reasons,”Majka said on what made Emmons the right pickfor Bridgeport. “He’s very civic minded. We feel likehe’s the perfect fit for the city.”Emmons takes the place of Van James, who leftthe city in December to serve as a municipal consultantin Iraq. James served in Iraq from December2007 through December 2008 with InternationalCity/County Management Association, which recruitscity planners, public works directors andcity managers to share their knowledge and experienceto aid in the rebuilding efforts in Iraq.Continued on page 11AContinued on page 9AEmmons was also the city administrator for thecity of Gatesville. He is a graduate of Baylor Universitywith a bachelor of arts in political scienceand a masters in public administration.His loyalty to those cities also impressed Majka.“The idea of how loyal he was to those cities andhow well he was able to manage the cities andmeet their challenges,” caught Majka’s eye, andMajka said Emmons is dedicated to improving onthe positive points in Bridgeport.Continued on page 5ATAKE ABREATHER— RhomefirefighterMattGermaincatches hisbreath afterbattlingflames in atwo-storyhome in theAurora VistasubdivisiononWednesday.the other Read be ter.“It makes a lot of sense I know,” Broussardsaid.ba l with him.Messenger photoby Andrew MayMe senger photo by Joe DutyMe senger photo by Joe DutyALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010 13Fitness and HealthQuick learner developspassion for triathlonBy RICHARD GREENEJo Beth Southard didn’treally know what was involvedwhen Fit-N-Wisetrainer and coach Mike Bowersapproached her at thegym about tryinga triathlon.“I was in a spinclass, and MikeBowers came upto me and askedif I though aboutdoing a triathlon,”Southard said. “Iasked, ‘What’s atriathlon?’ I didn’treally know how toswim at the time.”Two years later,the 35-year-oldmother of two is afull-fledge triathlete. Southard,who has completedmultiple triathlons and oneHalf-Ironman, is qualified tocompete in the Olympic distanceevent (1.5k swim, 40kbike, 10k run) in the USATriathlon National Championshipsin Tuscaloosa, Ala.,Sept. 25.Growing up in sportscrazedWindthorst, Southardwas a member of the LadyTrojans’ 1992 state championshipvolleyball team. Thisfall, she was selected to thethird team of the UniversityInterscholastic League’s All-Century team.“I’ve always been an athlete,”Southard said. “I dideverything: volleyball, basketball,track and crosscountry. I picked up runningmy senior year of highschool.”After high school,she went to TexasA&M where she continuedrunning to stay inshape. Southard stayed diligentabout working out aftergetting married and havingtwo children. While she wasalso developing her career.“I’ve always worked out,but since I’ve got married,my life has been about thekids and family,” Southardsaid.She found a new passion inthe spring of 2008 after Bowerstalked her into trainingfor her first triathlon — Trythe Tri. She borrowed a roadbike from a friend to takepart in the event.“When I did my first tri, Iloved it,” Southard recalled.“Once I started, I was addicted.It filled a need to beOn theMovecompetitive and gave mesomething to work for.“Now, I have something forme and something I love todo. It’s something I have atrue passion for.”After that first sprintevent, she progressed to doinga triathlonwith an openwaterswim andthen an Olympicdistance the nextyear. Last year,she took on the70.3-mile Half-Ironman (1.2 mileswim, 56 mile bike,13.1 mile run) atBuffalo Springs inLubbock. She isplanning on doingher second Half-Ironman this Junein Missouri.“I’ve qualified for nationalsin the Olympic distance,”Southard said. “Now, I’d liketo qualify in the Half-Ironman.I know I have potentialto get better each year. Myfirst year I was focused ontraining and learning whatit was. Now, I take it more seriouslyand try to compete.”Bowers said Southard hascome a long way since herfirst event.“At first, she couldn’t swimvery well, and then she completedher first Half-Ironmanlast year,” he said. “Thisis her third season, andshe’s going to nationals.has po-Sheten-tial to evenget better.”Like many athletes, Southardhas fought throughseveral setbacks, includingthree knee surgeries. Butshe maintains a tough workoutregimen. She trains witha group of four to five people,including Bowers six daysper week.With a career and family,she admits it’s a juggling actto get her training in.“It’s hard to balance it, butit can be done,” Southardsaid. “I get up at 4:15 to getto the gym at 5. Sundays, Ido a long bike ride.“Mark (her husband) is thereason it can happen. Yourfamily has to support you,and my family does. It alsotakes dedication, planningand flexibility.”Southard also hopes she issetting an example for hertwo children.“I think it’s being a goodrole model for them, showinghow important it is to behealthy,” she said.Along with competing,she and her husband are incharge of Sarah’s Cure — themusic festival and 5K held inDecatur in September. Thefundraiser collects money tohelp find a cure for galactosemia— the genetic disorderin which a person does notproduce a sufficient amountof enzymes to convert galactoseto glucose. The couple’sdaughter, Sarah, has the disorder.“We decided to put on afundraiser, and the first yearwe had an auction and concert,”Southard said. “The secondyear we added the 5K.“It’s been rewarding to seepeople come backeach year.This year,we’re doingita g a i nand goingto have itchip timed.We’ve hadgreat communitysupporte a c hJo Beth Southardof Decaturcompetes intriathlon.year.”The Wise Tri, where Southardqualified for nationals atlast year at Lake Bridgeport,also helped raise money forgalactosemia research.Southard is trainingfor the upcoming triathlonseason. She recentlyran the half-marathonat Cowtown in Fort Worth,completing the 13.1-milecourse in a personal best 1-hour and 47 minutes.■Richard Greene is sportseditor for the Wise CountyMessenger. E-mail him atrgreene@wcmessenger.com.LocalRaceCalendar■ March 20, Run to theHouse, Denton, 10 a.m.at 3350 Unicorn LakeBlvd, Denton. Call (866)975-7776 for informationor visit dentonsports.com.■ March 27, DentonPaddle, Pound, PaddleChallenge Triathlon, 6:30a.m., Lake Ray RobertsGreenbelt, Denton. 3.8-mile canoe, 2.5-mile run,12-mile off-road bike.Register early by March12: $85 / two-personteam, $170 / six-personteam; register March13-19: $110 / two-personteam, $205 / six-personteam. For information,check Web site at cityofdenton.comor call (940)349-8731.■ April 10, DentonRegional H2U 5K/10K,8 a.m. at Unicorn Lake,Denton.■ April 24, Lace Up forLeslie, 5K/2-mile, 9 a.m.,Bridgeport High School.For information, checkWeb site, laceupforleslie.org.■ April 24, TarrantCounty Race for theCure, 5K/1-mile, 8 a.m.,Sundance Square, FortWorth. For information,check Web site, komentarrant.org.■ April 25, Germanfest,15K/5K, noon, MainStreet, Muenster. Forinformation, check Website, germanfest.net.Wise Group finishes relayThe 12m e m b e r sof the WiseGuys teamfinished thirdin the mastersmixeddivision atthe 203-mileTexas Indepe n d e n c eRelay March6-7.The groupcompleted the course, whichstarted in Gonzales and finishedat San Jacinto, in 27hours and 22 minutes. Theteam kept a 8:06 pace.“The weather was perfect,”said Mike Bowers, who waspart of the team that dressedup as rock stars and super heroes.“Even during the day, itwas cloudy, and it kept thingscool.“It was great time.”Bowers said the best partwas delivering a check ontop of the entry fee of $1,000for the Ronald McDonaldHouse.There’s lots more to WiseCounty than All Around Wise.INSIDE ...MCCARROLLMIDDLE SCHOOLINSIDE ...GOOD, BAD ANDSOGGYIN SPORTS ...THE NAMEGAMEREGISTERTO VOTEAREA DEATHSAND FUNERALSHERSHELL LISBYEDGAR SCHILO JR.VELMA HARRISCARA SYLVESTERWEATHER...INDEXDECATURSuperintendent Gindt resignsWISE COUNTYSPORTSSUNDAY, MARCH 14, 2010 SECTION BTRACKCHECKING THE TIME — Paradise runner Gavin Von Heuvel takes a quick glance at his watch to check his time onhis way to winning the 800-meter run a the Alvord Invitational Thursday. See Page 3B for story.BASEBALLBRIDGEPORTCity offers administrator job to EmmonsAURORADouble saveNeighbors rescue dogs; firefighters salvage homeWHAT’S IN A NAME — Paradise’s Caleb Read and Kaleb Read share names and part in the Panthers’ success this season.By RICHARD GREENEThe question “Who’s on first?” cansometimes confuse Paradise opponents.By the time they get around the diamondto shortstop, they encounter anotherplayer with the same name, kinda.The Panthers field a Kaleb Read and aName GameReads leave opponents confused, keep Panthers winningOpponents fi ling out their lineup cardsmay be confused, but it’s no trouble forthe pair of Panthers.“We’re used to it after two years,” saidCaleb Read.Paradise coach Sco t Brou sard added,“It’s not too bad. They both have nicknames,and that helps.”But Caleb’s nickname, K-Bob, might fitCaleb said he had that nickname longbefore his distant cousin started playingBASEBALLArgyle armsground EaglesSeven pitchers holddown Decatur batsBy RICHARD GREENEThe Argyle Eagles puttheir deep pitching sta f ondisplay for the Decatur EaglesTuesday night.Argyle gave seven of itsnine pitchers work whiledoubling up Decatur 10-5 athome.The group of seven heldDecatur to eight hits. Six ofthose hits came in the finalthree innings where Decaturscored a l of its runs. Tworuns came on a Clint Moorehome run in the seventh inningthat only cut the finaldefici to five.The lo s dropped Decaturto 2-8 with two weeks remainingbefore the start ofDistrict 5-3A play against“I’ve always been K-Bob,” he said. “Mygrandpa ca led me that.”The speedy Kaleb has a pair of nicknames— Arthur, after a cousin whoplayed there before, and Biscuit.“I ca l him Biscuit, too, after Seabiscuit,”Brou sard said.Before this year, the Reads were oftenthe Panthers’ starting ba tery with Kalebthrowing to Caleb. For his senior year,Caleb has moved to shortstop to shore upContinued on page 5BIowa Park March 23.“We need more practice,”Moore said. “We’re going tokee practicing and ge tingbe ter. We didn’t start outwe l last year and came outa l right after that.”Decatur coach Chris Carteradded: “We’re going to goto work and work on the fundamentals.We’ve had such alimited time on the field.”Argyle coach Ricky Griffinplanned to give most ofhis pitchers work Tuesdayto ge them ready for a tripto the Hi l Country Cla sicin Llano.“I wanted to make surethey got some work in,” Griffinsaid. “We threw seven,and each got about 20 pitch-Continued on page 5BSubscribe to the Wise CountyMessenger for all the sports youneed, as well as local news,obituaries, lifestyle, and more!

14 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010Community FocusNEWARKRHOMEPARK IMPROVEMENTS — Volunteers, from left, councilwoman Chana Massey, councilmanBob Wells, Curtis Massey and Place 3 city council candidate Doug Anderson work to improveDelora Doughty Park.Volunteers restore parkA small group of Newarkcitizens gathered Saturday,March 6, to begin the workof restoring Delora DoughtyPark to a safe, functionalpicnic area.The volunteers removedchain-link fencing that dividedthe park and wasovergrown with weedsand vines. They also disassembledand removed anunstable wooden play setand several other pieces ofplay equipment that weredeemed dangerous and nolonger needed since a playgroundis now available atthe Newark Library Park onHudson Street.The remaining fence postswill be removed within thenext few weeks, and planswere made to repair thegazebo, construct a parkingarea and paint the parkingbarriers. Other improvementssuch as painting theflag pole, replacing the picnictables and trimming thelarge pecan tree should becomplete by late spring orearly summer.The park will soon be theCommercial EquipmentZero-Turn Equipmentperfect place for picnics,parties and family gatheringswhile adding a sourceof beauty and charm to thecity.Submitted by Mary Ann WellsTERESA N. HILL,M.D., P.A.Board Certifi ed in Obstetrics & Gynecology• Pediatric, Adolescent &Adult Gynecology• Gynecological &Well-Women Exams• Total Obstetric CareACCEPTINGNEW PATIENTSSub-Compact TractorsGC2400/GC2600Compact TractorsMF1500 SeriesMOST INSURANCEACCEPTED1713 South FM 51Suite 201, Decatur940-627-2118Utility TractorsMF500, MF2600 & MF3600 SeriesMid-Range TractorsMF5400 Series35 MPGHighway!2010SonataStock #300058. MSRP: $20,670Hyundai factory rebate: $2,500.Wood Discount: $2,195Plus tax, title & licenseJAMES WOOD2011SonataStock #310011. MSRP: $20,915. Sale price: $20,758. $2399Down plus tax, title, license. 2.47% APR. 36 months balloon:$12,549. 12,000 miles a year. With ApprovedCredit. LEASE OFFER ENDS MARCH 31$15,97572 payments of $13.89 per $1000 financed. Factory rebate notavailable with Zero/72. With Approved Credit. ENDS MARCH 31FlyinghighNorthwest’s Prairie View Elementary inRhome has a new mural that was completedJan. 18. Principal Sandy Conklin isshown in front of the mural that features theschool’s mascot – a hawk. The mural waspainted by David Larcom of Roanoke andpaid for by the school’s PTA.H Y U N D A IDECATUR$199A MONTH990%72ORGETAPR MONTHSAND $750 BONUS CASHSquare BalersMF1800 SeriesRound BalersMF1700 & MF2700 SeriesMowers & Mower ConditionersDo more work. Have more fun.It’s easy to do both with our Massey Ferguson ® equipment.When it comes to getting the job done quickly and efficiently, you just can’t beat our full line of Massey Ferguson compact and utility equipment.After all, Massey Ferguson has been an innovator in the farm equipment industry for over 160 years. That kind of legacy and professional farmerDNA was used to build each piece of Massey Ferguson compact and utility equipment. From rugged and reliable tractors to our agile zero-turnmowers, pull-type mowers, hay balers and seeding/tillage equipment, we have everything you need to tackle the toughest chores with ease.Plus, our commitment to you goes beyond our equipment to include flexible financing, quality parts and a Massey Ferguson dealer who’s withyou every step of the way.See your dealer today or visit www.masseyferguson.com to learn how you can do more work and have more fun with our exciting line ofMassey Ferguson compact and utility equipment.See Mark Ellenbarger or Jason SwanDealer imprint areaat E&E Equipment • 817-237-664111601 Jacksboro Hwy, Fort WorthTillage & SeedingEquipment2010ElantraStock #300080. MSRP: $17,710. Sale price: $17,525.$2239 Down plus tax, title, license. 4.32% APR. 36months balloon: $11,515. 12,000 miles a year. WithApproved Credit. LEASE OFFER ENDS MARCH 31$149A MONTHAmerica’sBest Warranty10-Year/100,000-MilePowertrain Limited WarrantyAssurance“Wood Beats Any Hyundai Deal”jameswood hyundai.comSouth Side of US 287 South 940-627-4600

CLASSIFIED GOLDReal Estate for Sale Rentals Employment Services Farm and Ranch• Real Estate for Sale• Acreage• Business Property• Condos/Town Homes• Duplexes• Homes• Lots• Mobile Homes• Wanted to Buy• Apartments• Business Property• Condos/Town Homes• Duplex Housing• Homes• Mobile Homes• Rooms• Roommate Wanted• Spaces & Lots• For Lease• Wanted to Rent• Wanted to Lease• Facilities• Storage Buildings• Business Opportunity• EmploymentInformation• Adult/Elderly Care• Childcare• Food Service• Medical/Dental• Miscellaneous• Offi ce• Retail/Sales• Trades• Work Wanted• Childcare• Adult/Elderly Care• Business• Housecleaning• Let Me Fix It• Miscellaneous• TutoringPets Merchandise for Sale Transportation Announcements Notices• Pets• Pets Lost & Found• Pet Care/Training• Pet Stud Services• Appliances• Clothing/Jewelry• Furniture• Garage Sales• Firewood• Miscellaneous• Auctions• Boats• Cars• Recreational Vehicles• Trucks• Accessories• Trailers• Wanted to Buy• Card of Thanks• Let’s Swap• Lost & Found• Personal• WantedCALL 940-627-5987& GET RESULTS!WCMESSENGER.COM/CLASS• Farm Equipment • Livestock Stud Service• Fencing• Livestock Supplies• Lawn & Garden • Miscellaneous• Livestock• Mowing• Livestock Care/ • Pasture & FeedTraining • Poultry• Livestock Lost & Found• Legal Notices• Public NoticesREAL ESTATE FOR SALE OR RENTALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010 15Business HoursMonday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Deadlines:Line Ads:Thursday Issue: 10 a.m. TuesdaySunday Issue: 10 a.m. FridayClassifi ed Gold: 10 a.m. FridayReal Estate and Classified Display:Thursday Issue: 3 p.m. ThursdaySunday Issue: 3 p.m. TuesdayClassifi ed Gold: 3 p.m. WednesdaySpecial Offers:Business Services: Place a paid ad forfour weeks in the Business Services classification of the Wise County Messengerfor $50. Receive a bold heading and thefi fth week is FREE. Run the same ad inClassifi ed Gold for an additional $32 forfi ve weeks (price based on 20 words orless ad).For Sale: Place a paid ad with a boldheadline for two weeks for $25, and ifyou don’t sell your item at the end of twoweeks, you’ll receive the next two weeksFREE. Run the same ad in Classifi ed Goldfor an additional $16 for four weeks (pricebased on 20 word or less ad).Classified Advertising Policy:Classifi ed ads for the Sunday/Thursdayedition are $12 per week for 20 words orless (each additional word is 60¢). Runthe same ad in Classifi ed Gold for anadditional $8 per week (20 words or less;each additional word is 40¢).Error Responsibility:Customers are asked to check their ad immediatelyafter it appears in the paper andreport at once any error found. Claims foradjustment should be made at that time.The Wise County Messenger is responsiblefor an incorrect ad only the fi rst time itruns, so check your ad carefully.Classified Gold goes into 21,000additional homes.Payments:In person:115 South Trinity St., DecaturBy mail:Wise County MessengerP.O. Box 149Decatur, TX 76234-0149Acreage2+ ACRE HOMESITErestricted to 1,800 square foot sitebuilt home. 6 miles south Decatur,off FM 730 South. (817)929-2716.FOR SALE BY OWNER44 acre ranch, 22 miles north of Decatur.Austin stone home with pool.$399,000. Contact Timi Page.(817)980-9470 or view ad:owners.com ID# JTP4653.ONLY 1 LOT LEFTclose to Decatur, trees & creek,electric. 5 acres, restricted. Reducedto $62,500. (940)393-8740.Business PropertyPARADISE PROPERTY2 buildings (3,500 square feet &1,200 square feet), plus 1 acre land,for sale or lease. Highway 114 frontage.(940)433-5678.Wise County restaurant for sale.Consistently profitable for 14-years;with 2009 sales $260,000; owner’scash flow of $65,000. Call(817)738-3113.Homes$500 TOTAL MOVE INStarting at $900/month. 3, 4 or5 - b e d r o o m . M e l i s s a ,(817)841-2104.2-BEDROOM, 1-BATHtotally remodeled in Paradise.12x24 workshop, 8x10 storageshed, fenced yard with dog run.$95,000. (817)988-7586.2/1/1 FRAMEcorner lot, Bridgeport. Game room,fenced, storm shelter. Some furniture& power tools included.(817)691-7634.3/2, 1630 SQUARE FEETBridgeport, 1308 Newby. Newer appliances,A/C, heat, fenced yard,treehouse, storage building.$108,000. (940)577-1764. Pictures:www.flickr.com/photos/47598203@N04/sets/72157623450556506/.3/2/2, OLDER BRICK HOMEbetween Chico/Alvord. 50, 80 or146 acres, 4 tanks/water wells, corral,fenced/cross-fenced, frontageroad on 3 sides. (940)575-4251.ALVORD 3/2/2fireplace, 1,600+ square feet living,new AC, storage building on 2acres. Near schools & park.$125,000. (940)872-5159.DECATUR, 3/2/21 acre corner lot, new upgrades,built 2006, fireplace, fenced, largemaster, 1-owner, many extras.$147,000. (940)389-8240.All real estate advertising in thisnewspaper is subject to the FairHousing Act which makes it illegalto advertise “any preference, limitationor discrimination based onrace, color, religion, sex, handicap,familial status or national origin,or an intention, to make any suchpreference, limitation or discrimination.”Familial status includes childrenunder the age of 18 living withparents or legal custodians, pregnantwomen and people securing custodyof children under 18.PUBLISHER’S NOTICE:FOR SALE BY OWNERParadise, remodeled brick homew/acreage. 30x40 shop w/lights, 2additional barns. $159,000.(209)403-7865 or (940)389-1466.GORGEOUS NEW HOMEIN RUNAWAY BAY!100% financing available.$1,096/month with taxes and insurance.(817)733-3444.NO DOWN PAYMENTFINANCING AVAILABLECall David Haws, (972)965-8888.Envoy Mortgage, 17311 DallasParkway, #173, Dallas, TX 75248.NMLS223497. Equal HousingLender.www.davidhawslending.com(972)965-8888RANCH STYLE HOUSE2,200 square feet, less than1-year-old. 12 acres, large barn,storm shelter. Paradise ISD.$ 3 7 9 , 0 0 0 . ( 9 4 0 ) 5 7 7 - 1 0 1 2 ,(940)577-1010.REDUCEDNew 3/2/2, Bridgeport. Brick, tile,fireplace, island kitchen, Whirlpoolappliances, energy package.$ 1 1 0 , 0 0 0 . M u s t s e e !(817)253-4485. No agents.Mobile Homes14X70 MOBILE HOMEin Greenwood, 2/2, fireplace. Replacedroof, cook top, carpet, dishwasher,AC ducts. Must be moved.$6,000. (940)466-9672.2003 34X75 DOUBLE WIDE1.45 acres. New 14 seer AC/heat insideand out. Will put in new carpet,you pick color. 4/2, living room, familyroom w/fireplace and office, utilityroom. Community water. $69,995.(940)433-2255, (817)253-0697,Rick.FSBOLAND - HOME D/W3/2/2, 30x45x16 Shop,1.6 Acres4/2 - 1 Acre Trees5/2 - 2 AcresWILL WORK WITH CREDIT ISSUES$650 - $900 per month - DECATUR ISD940-465-0011NICE 2007 FLEETWOODdouble wide on 2 acres. 1,960square feet, 4/2, 2-living areas, newcondition; new carpet, attacheddeck. FHA financing available w/3.5% down. Decatur ISD. $89,900.( 9 4 0 ) 5 7 7 - 4 4 8 4 o r v i s i twww.wptexas.com.This newspaper will not knowinglyaccept any advertising forreal estate which is in violation ofthe law. Our readers are herebyinformed that all dwellings advertisedin this newspaper are availableon an equal opportunity basis. Tocomplain of discrimination callHUD toll-free at1-800-669-9777. Thetoll-free telephonenumber for thehearing impaired is1-800-927-9275.EQUAL HOUSINGOPPORTUNITYOWNER FINANCE2,400 square foot double wide, .86acre. Between Justin/Rhome.Fenced. New home buyer credit fordown. $850/month. (214)226-1702.OWNER FINANCE, $12,0003/2, 2-living, fireplace, minor repairs.Newark park. Bad credit OK; low,low payments. (682)286-0693,agent #036227.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.WILLIAMS MOBILE HOME SERV.Best deal on moving, set up &trim-outs. Bonded, licensed & insured.(940)433-3117.RENTAApartmentsRENTALS• Apartments • BusinessProperty • Condos/TownHomes • Duplex Housing• Homes • Mobile Homes •Rooms • Roommate Wanted• Spaces & Lots • For Lease •Wanted to Rent • Wanted toLease • Facilities • StorageBuildingsBRIDGEWOODExecutive SuitesBridgeport, TXApartments That FeelLike HomeProfessionally Managedby Trinity940-536-9346MOVE-IN SPECIAL, NO DEPOSIT2/1 apartment in Chico.$600/month. No pets. Call(940)644-2713 or (817)929-1930.Paradise, 1-bedroom garage apartment.Bills paid. $600/month.(940)799-1661.Efficiency apartments for rent, allbills paid. (940)433-3133.Decatur: Stonehill Apartments,brand new, 1-bedroom, 1-bath, callon-site manager at (940)627-9200.Bowie: Garden Terrace Apartments,2-bedroom, 1-bath. Only 1available.Sanger: Sanger Apartments, 1 &2-bedroom 1-bath.NO PETS ALLOWED. Karl KlementProperties, contact Elaine,(940)627-6362.www.klementproperties.com.Business propertyNail/massage spa for lease. 605 N.Business 287, Suite 106, Decatur.Call (940)627-6362 for details.OFFICE SUITEon Decatur square, North TrinityStreet. $310/month. Cannon PropertyManagement. (940)368-1811.Condos, town homes2-bedroom, 2-bath condo, very nice.Use of swimming pool. Real close towater. $700/month, $700/deposit.(940)575-0108, (940)393-2200.CRESTVIEW PLACESPRINGSPECIALA PA R T M E N T S2 Bedroom, 2 Bath 887sq.ft. $7152 Bedroom, 2 Bath 946 sq.ft. $7451 and 3 Bedrooms Also Available• Small Pets okay • Jr. Olympic size pool • On-site courtesy officerOpen Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Sat, Noon - 4 p.m.950 W. Thompson Street • Decatur • 940-626-0032www.crestviewplaceapts.comMarilyn Gokey, Agent817-929-5910104 N. Trinity • Decatur, TX 76234“Located on the historic Courthouse Square”Furnished 1-bedroom condo on thegolf course. Water & cable included.$625/month, $500/deposit. CallDonna, (940)389-1615.Race Fans, only one left! FortWorth, Texas Motor Speedway,2-bedroom, 2-bath condo.NO PETS ALLOWED. Karl KlementProperties, contact Elaine,(940)627-6362.www.klementproperties.com.Runaway Bay condo, 1-bedroom,pool side, all appliances includingwasher/dryer. $575-$675/month.(940)626-9603.Town homes for rent. 2/2, 1,100square feet w/fireplaces. Furnished,$ 7 0 0 / m o n t h ; u n f u r n i s h e d ,$650/month. Very nice. RunawayBay. (940)575-2848.Duplexes1-bedroom, 1-bath brick, storagebuilding, large kitchen, new carpet,washer/dryer/water included. 13miles NE Decatur. $545/month.(940)466-9702.3-bedroom, new paint & flooring.Bridgeport. $750/month, $600/deposit.Call Donna, (940)389-1615.ALVORD REDUCED RENT3/2 brick duplex, fenced yard,washer/dryer connections. Rent$650/month, $400/deposit.(940(626-8331, (940)393-8740,(214)803-2784.APARTMENT1-bedroom condo, Runaway Bay,$580/month. Cannon Property Management,(940)368-1811.Available now, 2-bedroom, 2-bath,Decatur-Bridgeport.$700-$725/month, $600/deposit.Call Donna, (940)389-1615.Duplex for rent, 3-bedroom, 2-bath,602-A Crestridge Court, Decatur.$800/month. (940)964-2631.Sunflower Duplexes. 2-bedroom,2-bath. $650/month. No pets. ParadiseISD. (940)393-9657,(940)748-2375.Homes2-BEDROOM 1-BATHnewly remodeled inside w/newkitchen cabinets, carport, smallfenced-in backyard, storage building.Water, trash, sewer furnished.(No large dogs.) On 1 acre. 2482CR4680, Boyd, TX. $650.00/month,$650.00/deposit, 1-year lease.(940)433-2255, (817)253-0697.2/1, country home. New carpet,paint & kitchen cabinets. ParadiseISD. No pets. $600/month, $600/deposit.(940)427-2285.BRIDGEPORTFOR RENT 3/2/1Nice quiet area. Home new in 2009.Built-in kitchen, washer/dryer connections.Application and references.No smoking, no pets. Lawncare provided. $975/month,$600/deposit. (940)627-7475.SHORTHORN PROPERTYMANAGEMENTOffering rental property In Wise &Parker Counties. (817)270-4660.www.shorthornpm.com.3-bedroom, 2-bath on 1 acre. Pleasantviewarea, Bridgeport.$650/month, $300/deposit. No insidepets. (972)754-1515.“Timeless Elegance”www.spenceproperties.com1505 N. Bus. 287Decatur - 2/1Available April 1$850/month$425/depositALL HOMES INCLUDELAWN CARE.940-372-0634817-825-4647HOMESDecatur & Alvord, (horses permitted),1 or 3-bedroom. Cannon PropertyManagement, (940)368-1811.Mobile HomesDecatur, 2/2 mobile. Pets negotiable.$750/month plus deposit. 2large horse turnouts available, pricenegotiable. Available April 1.(817)307-0039.For rent, like new, 3-bedroom,2-bath, double wide mobile home/on 4 acres w/lots trees. BridgeportI S D . ( 9 4 0 ) 2 5 5 - 1 4 3 6 o r(940)255-1446.Spaces & lotsSecure parking, Highway 380, Decatur.Oil/gas equipment, RV, rocktrucks, stock trailers, boats, sparevehicles. (888)475-7556.SPRINGTOWN RV PARK3080 W. Highway 199, Springtown.(817)220-4678. Daily, weekly,monthly rates. Covered/uncoveredspaces. Laundry. Free Internet.SUNSET RV PARKCentrally located between Decatur,Bridgeport, Bowie on Highway 287.Full hook-ups, free laundry, freewireless internet. (940)845-2007.EMPLOYMENTEMPLOYMEmployment information!!ATTENTION!!Advertising under this classificationis normally not a bona fideopportunity. Typically, companiesadvertising here offer informationabout potential employment.Some are selling this information.We suggest that ourreaders thoroughly investigatethese advertisers before investingany money.Medical/Dental• Business Opportunity• Employment Information• Adult/Elderly Care• Childcare• Food Service • Medical/Dental • Miscellaneous• Offi ce • Retail/Sales• Trades • Work WantedFast paced dental office interviewingRDA position. Must beself-starter, organized, team player& flexible. If qualified, please call(940)627-2778.NEW CONSTRUCTIONBowie - Close to Amon Carter Lake. 4 BR/3 BA/2 car garage.Approximately 2,600 square feet, energy efficient home on 4 wooded acreswith stock pond. Granite throughout, marble shower & flooring in masterbath. Top of the line appliances in kitchen. Must see this beautiful home.Call Andy Wells, Strategic Realty940-704-7474www.strategicrealty.comLAKE SHORE SUBDIVISION - Lotwith trailer house, covered carport,metal building with concrete floor andelectricity. Privacy fenced backyard.$55,000501 W. ROCK ISLAND - 3+/- acreswith Hwy 114 road frontage. $310,000AMON CARTER LAKE - LAKE FRONTPROPERTY - Gently sloping sandy beach.Large pines on front of lot. Old grape arborstill exists for the perfect shade on a sunnyhot day. 1.56 acres common area available tolot owners with boat ramp, picnic area andmore sandy beach to enjoy. $107,000 OtherLake View Properties Available at $45,000CR 4280 & 4293 - 10 acres with twoponds. Will divide. $9,000 per acreDISPATCHERDECATUR, TXNabors Well Services is seeking a dispatcher for ourDecatur location. Must be able to multi-task in a fast paceenvironment, flexible & a team player. Truck dispatchingexperience & hand radio experience preferred but notrequired.Competitive Salary & BenefitsMedical/Dental/Vision/401(k)Email Or Fax Your Resume To:courtney.haley@nabors.comor 817-396-4882Nabors Well Services, LTD“Safely Servicing The Oilfield For Over 60 Years.”EOE/M/F/V/D

16 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010EMPLOYMENTSERVICES• SURGERY - RN Circulator* Surgery Tech• LAB - Blood Bank Supervisor• HIMS - Clinical Coder AHIMA cert.• Behavioral Health - Mental Health TechPART TIME & PRN• THERAPY SERVICESPT*COTA*OT/PRN• FIT-N-WISE AQUATICSSwim Instructor2000 S. FM 51 • Decatur, TX. 76234A NOT FOR PROFIT HOSPITALwww.wiseregional.comEOE - Job Line: 940-626-2525Now HiringRESIDENTATTENDANT11P.M. - 7A.M.FULL-TIMEExperience preferredbut not required.BENEFITS AVAILABLEApply In Person.Governor’s Ridge300 Devereaux St. • Decatur940-627-1104Seeking experienced dialysis LVNfor chronic or acute setting. ContactTrish White at The Dialysis Cottagein Gainesville, (940)612-1642.JOB OPPORTUNITYFor ExperiencedFLORAL DESIGNERwith good organizational skills. 2 -3 days a week or more.Send resume toP.O. BOX 149, Attn: DB, Decatur, TX 76234wantedDUMP TRUCK & FLATBED DRIVERSClass A CDL & Clean MVR RequiredRandom Drug TestingFax name, phone number & experience to940-427-2555Sales Help WantedImmediate Openings for:•New and Used Car Sales Consultant•Internet Sales ConsultantMust be motivated!Experience preferred but not required.(Apply in person)Karl Klement FordUS Hwy. 287 South, Decatur940-627-1101HOSPITALITY JOB FAIRMARCH 17, 2010 • 10 A.M. TO 4 P.M.DECATUR CIVIC CENTERIn the board roomFilling Positions For:TABC Certified BartendersExperienced skilled kitchen: Cooks,Prep Cooks, Dishwashers, Bussers,General Labor for setup/breakdownExperienced WaitstaffSenior Care Health &Rehabilitation CenterBridgeportNow hiring for the following positions• RNs • LVNs2 - 10 p.m. - 10 p.m. - 6 a.m.$500 Sign on bonus• Certified Medication Aides - 2 - 10 p.m.$250 Sign on Bonus• Certified Nurses Aides - 2 - 10 p.m.offer shift differential and insuranceAPPLY IN PERSON AT2108 15th St. • Bridgeportor call940-683-5023EEO M/F/D/VMiscellaneousCensus workers needed in WiseCounty. Good pay, paid training.Call 1(866)861-2010.Local company seeking motivatedindividuals to work service and production.Part-time. Screen printingand sign making experience a plus.Call (940)399-9492 or emailhr@inknstitch.com.Now hiring office worker, order fulfillmentperson and also manufacturingmaintenance worker. LocatedDecatur, TX, off FM 2264. For moreinformation and to apply, please goto: www.papilio.com/employment.Part-time/full-time for customerservice, reservations, sales, cooks,handyman, housekeeping, telemarketer& event workers. All positionsrequire weekends. Apply in person.Directions:www.mdresort.com/map.htm,(817)489-5150.Retail/SalesGail’s Pharmacy has opening forfront-end clerk. Apply in person at810 WW Ray Circle, Bridgeport, TX.TradesAdmiral Well Service Inc.HIRINGWork Over Rig: Tool Pushers Operators Floor HandsMove or rotate shiftsin PennsylvaniaHighly competitive wages,incentives & benefitsEMAIL resume to:wellserviceco@gmail.comjanel@admiralwellservice.comor call:940.626.8400HVAC technician needed. 3-5 yearsminimum experience. Pay based onexperience. Mail resume: Tim AdamsHeating & Air, 400 W. Wilbarger,Bowie, TX 76230;(940)872-9090.BOBCAT SERVICES• DRIVEWAYS • ROADS• WE FIX EXISTING DRIVEWAYS AND DIRT ROADS• WE CAN HAUL OFF AND LOAD DEMOLITION DEBRIS• WE CAN HAUL SAND, GRAVEL, BASE AND DIRTCALL FOR LOW REASONABLE PRICEJULIAN MARES940-627-4383Local CompanyNOW HIRINGToter DriverMinimum 2 yrs. experience required.Moving mobile homes in the oilfield.Competitive salary & benefits.Call Mickey at(713) 857-0093OILFIELDSERVICE CO.HIRINGDOT/SafetyPersonnelDOT REQUIREMENTS• DOT Training or5 + years experienceSAFETY REQUIREMENTS• Safety Training and/orCompleted Certified Programor 5 years experienceWE OFFER• Competitive Pay& Medical Benefits• Co. Vehicle providedExtensive Travel RequiredEmail Resume towellserviceco@gmail.comCDL drivers needed. Apply in person,Pat’s Trucking Company, 927FM 1658, Bridgeport.We now have career opportunities for the following: FracEquipment Operators must have a Class A CDL, preferhazmat endorsement, frac experience a plus, howevernot required. Heavy Equipment, Diesel Mechanic,preferably with knowledge of Frac equipment. We alsohave openings for E Techs with field experience.Pumpco offers competitive Benefitspackage and 401(k).Come by the yard to fill out application at117 Elm Grove RoadValley View, TX 76272E Techs can email their resume to sgoff@pumpcoservices.com940-726-1800Pumpco is an equal opportunity employerWestern TransportationSandford Oil CompanyHazardousMaterial DriversWe are seeking Bobtail and Transport Driverswith Haz-Mat endorsements to work in the EastTexas, Louisiana, Arkansas and Oklahoma areas.We operate Peterbuilt tank trucks and fuel oil well“frac” sites. Must be willing to work in the abovelisted areas.If you are interested please call940-627-2689Start pay $12.36 hr.Paid Insurance401(k) PlanPaid HolidaysNice EquipmentBrake operators, laser operators,and tool & die makers needed for alocal manufacturer. Good company.Must have stable work history andpass drug screen. Apply in personat Inspirion Staffing, 2202 Highway380, Suite 7, Bridgeport.(940)683-9046.NOWACCEPTINGAPPLICATIONS• General Labor• Clerical• Skilled Labor• BookkeepersHuman Capital Resources940-683-90462202 Hwy. 380, Suite 7, BridgeportJourneyman and experienced apprenticeplumbers and electriciansneeded. Apply in person at InspirionStaffing. 2202 Highway 380, Suite7, Bridgeport. (940)683-9046.Licensed tow truck driver. Roadsideassistance & some mechanical expe r i e n c e h e l p f u l .m s r v s @ y a h o o . c o m o r(940)466-9676.Now hiring licensed journeymanelectrician with commercial & residentialexperience. (940)627-5588.ROUTE DRIVERKarl Klement Properties is seeking adependable person with a gooddriving record & a great attitude. Applyin person to Jodi Dusek at 605N. Business Highway 287,Suite102, Decatur, TX.SERVICBusinessFAMILY LIVING DESIGNS, LLCOutdoor rooms, landscape design,treehouses, interior design, roommakeovers. (940)393-3537.HOUSE PLANSComputer generated to your specifications.20-years experience.(940)210-1877.JH SPRAGGINS IT SERVICESComputer service & repair. Virus removal.Websites/online stores.Product demos & training programs.www.jhspraggins.com(940)627-2333,MCNARIE WELDING & BOBCATwork , hauling, pressure washing &site clean-up. Free scrap metal removal.Locally owned. Free estimates.(208)761-6368.HousecleaningAMY’S OLD FASHIONED CLEANINGat a fair price by a neighbor you cantrust. (817)995-7961.Experienced cleaner looking forwork. Honest, dependable service.Reasonable rates. Home, officecleaning, estate clean-up, etc. Debbie,(940)627-7266.Let me fix itSERVICES• Childcare• Adult/Elderly Care• Business• Housecleaning• Let Me Fix It• Miscellaneous• TutoringALL AROUND HANDYMANFraming, trim, fencing, drywall,doors/windows, decks, painting.15-years experience. Owner operated.(817)781-1778.SepticSystemsInstalledNOW OFFERINGDozer Services& Storm Shelters!LEN ROY DON BUILDERSA Father & Son BusinessRoy & ReynTractor &Backhoe Service817-366-7990Mobile DirectCATE CONCRETE25-years experience, residential,commercial. Patios, driveways,slabs, retaining walls, tear out & replace.Dirt work. Free estimates.(817)395-2321.ELECTRICAL WORKCommercial and residential. Lighting,outlets, service and repairs.New construction, remodels. Masterlicense and insured. Free estimates.(940)627-0072.ELECTRICAL WORKReasonable rates, Decatur area. Allwork performed by licensed masterelectrician. TECL #21992.(972)539-0559.HOME REPAIRSCarpentry, minor electrical & plumbing.Free estimates. (940)389-0582.REMODELING AND ALL HOMErepairs including masonry & painting.Honest, dependable, experienced.Call Carlton, (940)394-6138.RUSSELL’S HOMEMaintenance& RepairAll Types ofRemodelingPainting - Interior, ExteriorAdd-ons, Decks, Honey Do’s And MoreCall UsFor All Your Home Needs940-389-4943TEXASTECH ESComputerDiagnostics& RepairQuick ServiceReasonable RatesFree Pickup& Delivery(877) 222-0255MiscellaneousA-1 OUTDOOR HANDYMANAffordable repairs & improvements,yard work. 30-years experience. Localreferences. Free advice/estimates.William, (940)255-2639.EASTER CAKESOrder now! Celebrations Market.Call for prices, (940)389-0139.www.celebrationsmarket.com.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 pricingJames Williams940-399-9138FARM AND RANCHFARM ARANCFarm Equipment1963 JOHN DEERE4010 w/front end loader, LP gas, 80HP, 2 WD, wide front end, needswork, $7,000/OBO. 8’ shredder,$600. 7’ grader box, $350.(940)368-4832.OCEAN FREIGHT CONTAINERSNew & used. Water tight & rodentproof. Larry Singley, (817)992-9122.STORAGE CONTAINERSGreat storage! The best containersat the best price. (817)726-7669.Want to buy: tractor w/bucket &bush hog, 70+ HP, no frills, goodl o w p r i c e , t h e w o r k s .(817)980-4278, (817)228-6268.Fencing• Farm Equipment • Fencing• Lawn & Garden • Livestock• Livestock Care/Training• Livestock Lost & Found• Livestock Stud Service• Livestock Supplies• Miscellaneous • Mowing• Pasture & Feed • Poultry3H FENCE(817)501-0333, threehfence@yahoo.com.Family owned & operated.Free estimates. All types of fencing.Wood, chain link, iron, farm/ranch,gates, retaining walls, concrete.BOBBY’S FENCEAll types fencing. Free estimates.Over 25-years experience.(817)444-3213.CHRISTIAN COWBOY FENCINGBarbed wire, horse & goat. Newfence & repairs. Steve, cell,( 8 1 7 ) 3 6 0 - 6 3 8 5 ; h o m e ,(940)626-4660.FARM & RANCH FENCINGPipe & cable, non-climb, barbedwire, entrances, solar gate operators,repairs. Jim at (940)367-7505.FENCING & WELDINGAll types of fencing, custom gates,entrances. Mobile welding.www.tx3dranch.com(940)210-1242.LWC AUTOMATIC GATE REPAIRand installation. (817)913-8711.Credit cards accepted. 24-hourservice.STRUCTURAL NEEDSFencing & structural needs items forsale. Call Austin, (940)393-5490.

TMALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010 17FARM AND RANCHPETSMERCHANDISEFOR SALETRANSPORTATIONLawn and gardenALL PRO LAWN CARElawn service, landscaping, tree trimming.Dependable, affordable, freeestimates. Call for spring clean-upspecials. Dylan, (817)891-1600.DOC’S LAWN SERVICEMowing, weed eating, tree/shrubtrimming, clean-up, light hauling.Rough ground & slopes, no problem.Jay (Doc) Caraway,(940)433-2557, (940)210-1389.TREES TRIMMED & REMOVED36 years in business, insured. Allmajor credit cards accepted.(817)444-0861, Teater.Livestock2 MULESgood for pack mules, 4-years-old. 6donkeys, 3 paint, 3 black/gray.(940)393-2728.ATTENTION: HORSES WANTEDWill remove or buy unwantedhorses. Also, buy used trailers.(817)360-7617 or (940)210-5552.C BAR M TACK-FEED-HORSES43 CR4396, Decatur, TX. Cash,h e c k s , c r e d i t c a r d s .ww.cbarm.net, (817)929-3612.I BUY & SELLall kinds of animals: horses, cows,calves, sheep, goats, chickens, turkeys,mules. (817)223-4477, callFred.IMPROVE YOUR HERDGreat young Angus bulls for sale.40-years experience in Chico, TX.Registered Angus. (940)644-2369.LLAMASweanlings (6-months-old), adults,bred females, guardians & pet quality.We provide training & supportfor new owners. (940)433-5897.ClearViewTree Service and Stump Removal• Tree Removal• Stump Grinding• Storm Damage Experts• Chipper Service• Bucket TruckFREE ESTIMATES(Senior Citizen Discount)Fully Insured940-626-4345Toll Free 1-866-606-3224Wise, Cooke and Montague CountiessrrLivestock care/trainingCOLTS STARTING IN TRAININGRiding lessons, also. Coveredarena. Call for details.(940)210-9658.HORSESHOEING & TRIMTrims and shoes. Office,(940)969-2700; cell, (940)399-8580.MowingIT’S TIME FORAeration &Nitrogen/AnhydrousInjection for CoastalHay Fields.Both at One TimeAt Same Low CostCall for details817-944-9451Most Credit Cards AcceptedASK ABOUT TREE TRIMMINGAND SPRING CLEAN-UPACREAGE MOWINGTractor services. Plowing, seeding,aerating, tilling, fertilizing available.Tommy, (940)482-6578.Tractor work. Tilling, bush hogging& m o w i n g . B i l l y M a c ,(940)255-1436.CDK LAWN SERVICE &LANDSCAPINGNow is the time to start treating your yard for weeds and stickerswith pre-emergent and fertilizer. We offer traditional fertilizingas well as earth safe and organic solutions.We also need yards to mow & maintain.Experienced and InsuredLET US HELP YOU & YOUR YARD940-389-0360Klean KutLawn CareMowing • Edging • TrimmingCommercial or ResidentialBrush Hog MowingInsuredKenny MoranCell 817-247-9965Office 940-433-5470Pasture and feedHAYShop Us First Or Last!50 years of actual servicein Hay Sales.Try us andsee if our prices can be beat!Thank you,Danny Taylor940-389-3068Charles H. Taylor940-627-3385 • 940-393-2728940-389-3068 • 940-389-5000ANHYDROUS FERTILIZERAvailable now. Call for details.(817)944-9451.COASTAL HAYin the barn, small squares, 2009.(940)748-2434.LONESOME DOVE FEEDDeer corn, $6.75. 12% Broncohorse/cattle, $7.30. 14% CallingCubes, $6.55. Firewood, $180/cord.Located 1231 CR4380, Decatur.(940)389-2945, (940)433-5902.Authorized Bryant Feed distributor.SMALL SQUARE COASTAL3-string Alfalfa from Arizona. 3x3x8alfalfa. Call for prices.(940)393-6095.WANTEDLooking for some pasture with haym e a d o w s . P l e a s e c a l l(940)389-8004 if you have thisavailable.PetsPETSPETS– 9 DIESELS ~ MAIL-CARRIER WRANGLER ~ 6 MORE JEEPS –PRE-OWNED PRICED RIGHT06 LIBERTY 4X4Jeep Renegade. P1353$14,250*08 JEEP LIBERTYSport with V6. P1367$16,250*• Pets• Pets Lost & Found• Pet Care/Training• Pet Stud Services!!ATTENTION!!We suggest that our readers thoroughlyinvestigate any advertiserbefore investing any money.Easter Shi-weinies. Precious, greatwith children. Please call(940)627-2545.08 CHRYSLER SEBRINGConvertible with Leather. #9263B$18,488*3700 Miles!07QUADCAB2500Dodge 5.9L DIESEL SLT. #P1366$23,998*CKC, HAVE SHOTSChihuahua, tea cups, $250. ShihTzus, $300. Rat Terriers, $175.Beagle & Bishon adults, some bred.(817)220-0849.Free to good home, 6-month-old, female,full-blood Basett Hound.Please call (940-)736-5302.Pets lost and foundLost: male Yorkie. Last seen Sun.,March 7, approximately 4p.m., Highway380 between Bridgeport/Decatur.(940)626-8117.MERCHANDISE FOR SALEMERCHANFOR SAFurnitureCOMPLETE BANK OFFICEcontents. Everything must go! Numeroussolid oak desks with matchingcredenzas, solid oak doors,steel locking file cabinets and countertops.Interest or questions,please call (940)644-5625QUEENEuro TopMATTRESS SETNew/Warranty$175(940)765-5861DELIVERY AVAILABLE.TWIN/TWIN STUDENT LOFT BEDwith computer desk. Bought atRoomStore and is almost brandn e w . $ 5 0 0 / O B O . C a l l(940)427-2546.Garage sales08 JEEP SAHARAHardtop Wrangler 4x4. #10099A$23,485*12K Miles!08 JEEP PATRIOTRed 4-door. P1365$13,998*08 DODGE CALIBER4-door SE. 4-cylinder. #P1346$11,650*08QUAD2500 4X4Ram DIESEL SLT longbed. #10115A$27,998*• Appliances• Clothing/Jewelry• Furniture• Garage Sales• Firewood• Miscellaneous• Auctions!!ATTENTION!!Garage sale ads must be called inBEFORE 10a.m. Tuesday to run inthe Thursday edition. If you wantyour garage sale ad in All AroundWise also, it MUST be called in before10a.m. Friday THE WEEK BE-FORE the sale. We do not run garagesales the weekend before thesale.COUNTY WIDE GARAGE SALESATURDAY, APRIL 17A map will be in The Wise CountyMessenger, Thursday, April 15.Watch for deadline and price detailsto be released soon!Decatur, 1100 N. Church, Thur.-Fri.,March 18-19, 9a.m.-3p.m. Estatesale, furniture, clothes, motorizedhandicap scooter & more.Decatur, 1987 N. Highway 287,Ashcraft Ranch, Fri., March 19,8a.m.-4p.m. Baby items, toys,household goods, dishes, miscellaneousitems. Everything goes!(940)627-8387.MAIL-CARRIERJEEP06 Right-hand drive 4x4.10090A$13,250*Wrangler08 GRAND CARAVANDodge. V6, automatic. P1368$15,998*07QUADCAB3500Dodge SLT 5.9L DIESEL. #P1371$28,998*SR Wheel08QUAD2500 4X4Dodge DIESEL Big Horn. #P1377$34,250*No licencia, no problema. Nosotrospodemos asegurados. InstanteSR-22 hablen para un presupuesto.Se habla Español. Ray Aaron InsuranceAgency, (940)627-1455.FirewoodFIREWOOD FOR SALESplit oak firewood, delivery availab l e . ( 9 4 0 ) 4 3 3 - 2 6 7 8 ,(940)337-1728.FIREWOODfor sale, oak & mesquite.(940)389-3413 or (940)389-8511.HORTON TREE SERVICEFirewood sales, 90% oak, goodseasoned wood. You come get it.$85/pickup load. 5769 S. FM 730,Decatur, TX. (817)266-1625.MiscellaneousMOBILITY SCOOTERS, LIFTSNew scooters 3-wheel, 4-wheel.MedCare approved Jazzy Wheelchair/lifts,batteries. Free, in-homedemonstration. Matt, MedCare Solutions,(940)393-1427.WOOD BUILDINGS10x16, $1,450. 12x24, $2,250.(214)869-1703.TRANSPORT07 GRAND CHEROKEEJeep Laredo. 42K miles. #10079A$15,998*09 DODGE JOURNEYRoomy yet compact SUV! #P1370$15,500*07QUADCAB3500Dodge DIESEL Lone Star. #P1372$30,250*45K Miles!08QUAD2500 4X4Dodge DIESEL Lone Star. #P1374$34,998*10 JEEP RUBICONWrangler hardtop 4x4. #9172B$28,998*07 F-150 FLARESIDEFord regular cab STX. #10023A$16,998*39K Miles04QUADCAB3500Dodge DIESEL Dually. #9160C$15,998*08QUAD2500 4X4Dodge DIESEL Big Horn. #P1373$34,998*Klementcjd.com08QUAD2500 4X4Dodge DIESEL Lone Star. #P1363$35,750*Exceptional!SALES: 8:00-7:00 Monday-US287North, Decatur•817.430.8416 940.627.6700.6700Friday • 8:00-6:00 Saturday*Tax, title license extra. With approved credit. Prices do not include dealer adds. SERIVCE & PARTS: 7:30-6:00 Monday-FridayCarsTRANSPORTATION• Boats• Cars• Recreational Vehicles• Trucks• Accessories• Trailers• Wanted to Buy2002 Cadillac Deville, Vintage Edition,54k miles, leather, clean, excellentcondition, good tires. $8,000,see to believe! (940)627-1669,(903)654-0133.1965 FORD GALAXIEconvertible for sale. Call(940)683-3996 or (940)748-2797 fordetails and price.TOP DOLLAR PAIDfor junk cars & trucks.(817)220-5682.I’LL BUY THOSE YARD CARSas well as your good used cars.Arvin, (817)925-8768.IF YOU NEEDa good, dependable car or truck for$3,500 or less, come by CowgirlAuto Sales, 804 Business Highway287, Decatur, TX; (940)626-0070.Ask about our inventory. Let’s dobusiness!1999 TOYOTA AVALON XLSStill luxurious! V6, 3.0 liter, FWD,4-wheel ABS, leather, airbags, etc.94K miles. $6,185. (940)626-1469.Se habla español1110 HOVEY ST., BRIDGEPORT940-683-1999BUY HEREPAY HERERecreational vehicles1997 YAMAHA GOLFCART$1,350. 2008 Trogan batteryw/charger. (940)433-2255.2007 CLUB CARelectric, 4-seater, excellent condition.$2,750. (940)626-1143.2008 CRF250R, very good shape.(817)851-4693 orkody.klement@gmail.com.AIRCRAFT1973 Cessna 150L, new paint, interior,overhauled engine, glass, overha u l e d p r o p . $ 2 5 , 9 0 0 .(817)319-6261.TRAVEL TRAILER20 foot, 2003 Tahoe, bumper pull,slightly used, kept covered. $7,500.(940)393-2016.Pickups/Vans/SUVs2007 FORD F250 XLTautomatic, long-bed, V-10, 68,000miles. $13,500. (817)991-1186.1985 CHEVY 1500pickup, many new parts, new 350,3-speed, good body. $2,800.(817)229-9791, (817)489-2242.I PAY CASHfor Dodge Cummins diesel pickups,engines, parts. Also buy grill guards& bumpers for all pickups.(940)845-5100; cell (817)247-5190.THE CAR DOCTORWe make house calls! Mobile autorepair. Dead batteries, minor repairs,tire changes, etc. Call(940)626-0070, (940)389-7593.2005 FORD F150Texas Edition, 4-door, V-8, $11,500.(940)872-4129 or (940)210-6550.www.wcmessenger.com/businessdirectory✔EASE✔VALUE✔SELECTION✔SERVICEWise County’s Furniture SpecialistsFREE DeliveryWise County-wideWhether you’re lookingfor one chair or planninga new office, please let usexplain how We Can MeetYour NeedsQuickly andAffordably.South of TheDECATURSQUAREWe Carefully InstallWhat We Sell115 S. Trinity, Decatur 940-627-5987 Order on-line at: www.messengerofficesupply.comVisa MasterCard American Express Discover • Public Fax 940-627-1004 • 7:30-5:30 Monday-Friday • Leisa Gage, Manager

✪✪✪✪18 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010Continued from page 12HONOR ROLLSJonathan Sneed, Paige Summerford and Garrett ThompsonRann ElementaryFourth Six WeeksA Honor RollSECOND GRADE — Trinity Ard, Caleb Bennett, Samuel Brown, DayneChapman, Izek Chavana, James Davenport, Jon Flores, Makenzie Fox,Mahala Fullingim, Emily Fulwood, Lillian Hale, Layton Haris, BradleyHumphries, Elizabeth Isham, Dalton Jackson, Seema Jawaheri, AnthonyJeffrey, Madyson Kellis, Susan Leon, Nina Lepak, Harper Lowery, DiegoMancilla, Gerardo Mares, Sebastian Mares, Makinley Mayfield, MilanMcKenna, Sterling Moore, Aliyah Nichols, Michael Passariello, MarcusPidgeon, Justina Ravenstein, Maclain Rhine, Philip Rieger, Esteban Segura,Marcus Semmelmann, Sara Swanson, Pable Tello, Kimana Thacker,Carson Tibbels, Zachary Tibbels, and Sebastian Varnadore.THIRD GRADE — Beau Bedford, Noah Bowker, Aaron Diaczenko, MalloryDowne, Samantha Edgmon, Jay Edwards, Tyler Grantham, MichaelHand, Gavin Haynes, Quinn Helm, Matthew Hodges, Ashlee Hudson, SatashaKostelecky, Sheadon Lutes, Marcus Pena, Mitchell Ritter, AlejandraRuiz, Madison Scroggins, Ethan Stalkup, Raeli Tucker, Tyan Ussery, BenjaminWaddill, Elizabeth Warren and William Chase Wunrow.FOURTH GRADE — Janelle Aldape, Maribel Camacho, Logan Cullop,Sarah Hurtado, Nate Haynes, Madison Kyle, Thaine Laaser, Lauryn Luttrull,Logan McNair, Victoria Shrull, Joshua Sij, Haleigh Taylor, MarcusThomas, Clara Tolleson, Alec Uselton, Tyler Watson, Grace Wooten andKirsten Wunrow.A/B Honor RollSECOND GRADE — Jazzmin Andrade, Savannah Aultman, DestynnBlagg, Julian Casias, Kaitlin Cloud, Shay DuBois, Brittany Durrett, RileyForeman, Sunny Fuller, Marsela Garcia, Beck Gilbert, Ezra Glover, MirellaGonzalez Romero, Megan Griffith, Amanda Harvey, Heidi Heiens, VanessaInguanzo, Giovanni Landeros, Adam Lee, Riley Leonard, Synthia Lira, AaronMaltzman, Colton Mantooth, Bryan Marsh, Eric Mcneil, Anna Milligan,Cade Montgomery, Katelyn Myers, Joseph Natale, Riley Nelson, CheyenneOwens, Yarely Paiz, Daren Partridge, Corrinn Prechter, Colby Raasch,Spencer Rawle, Kylie Raymond, Cesar Romero, Christopher Stalkup,Meahgan Thompson, Analee Tindell, Levi Trulock, Mary Faith Tune andJaida Wesley.THIRD GRADE — Jesus Baltierra, Dodge Brown, Payton Browning, RidgeBurden, Jasmin Carrillo, Ty Cross, Cole Davis, Macy Downe, Oliver Gordon,Riley Graniczny, Abby Grimes, Camdyn Hering, Dylan Langto, Brenna Maddox,Jacob Maltzman, Josue Mancilla, Courtney Metcalf, Vanessa MoralesCoronado, Jennifer Morehart, Brandon Nelson, Hannah Palomo, AutumnPowell, Marco Rodriguez, Beverly Schooling, Sidney Shotwell, AndrewStapp and Sarah Taylor-Grimes.SUDOKU SOLUTIONSCOLLIERKENNELSThe Best InDog TrainingOffering Boarding, Housebreaking,Behavior Modification & Obedience.940-626-1443www.collierkennels.comAd In The MessengerTo the first 5 people who callLisa Davis, 940-627-5987, between 1 - 1:30 p.m.on March 18(Political Advertising not included)Paradise ElementaryFourth six weeksA honor rollFIRST GRADE — Cayden Baker, David Benson, Nicole Blue, LaramieBrown, Audrey Burnett, Reighlee Carbajal, Araceli Carrillo, Brenn Carter,Tanner Carter, Keifer Cornell, Keigen Cornell, Laramie Dearing, Landen Espinoza,Kolden Gosney, Thunder Graham, Kolby Hardcastle, Tayle Helton,Alexis Henderson, Hailey Holt, Heston Holt, Kasi Homer, Desirae Jackson,Shyann Jennings, Kindal Kolt, Hunter Largent, Jarred Lee, Nicolas Licea,Laura Livesay, Alondra Loza, Landen Mantooth, Hayden Nelson, LillianNicholson, Kaiden Nolan, Alyanna Ramirez, Nallely Ramirez, Jaeten Reynolds,Krista Richey, Pacer Ryle, Ava Schuh, Natalie Skidmore, ClaytonSmith, Dimitrios Tipton, Trey Valentine and Sarah White.SECOND GRADE — Raygan Adair, Kyndel Beck, Bohner Brackeen, NathanCalvery, Cole Carpenter, Tristen Chandler, Summer Cobb, MeganCornett, Katelynn Davis, Kathryn Davis, Matthew Eisen, Julissa Enriquez,Jace Essig, Alexis Fernandez, Addyson Ford, Jenna Goodger, Paizlee Henry,Timothy Hutton, Bailey Johnson, Mariah Kirbie, Diego Luna, Taylor MayesBrumfield, Tiffany Mayes Brumfield, Harley Mayfield, Audrey McDuff, DanaeMeadows, Lynsey Medlin, Jayden Moody, Kara Munn, Breann Neal,Gracie Oates, Halley Paschall, Alexis Penny, Riley Penny, Hayden Proffitt,Cortney Ramsey, Kyle Riggs, Jagr Royse, Kaitlin Rydman, Cordell Scarlett,Kennedy Schneck, William Schroeder, Michael Summers, Regan Taylor,Cheyanne Upton, Kobe Wakefield, Kamryn Walton and Ashlyn Winters.THIRD GRADE — Hadleigh Anthony, Katelyn Blackstock, Tadem Brown,Kendall Candioto, Mercedes Carrillo, Amanda Cherryhomes, Briar Choate,Ethan Choate, Thomas Edwards, Ray Fultz, Sargent Graham, HeatherKarg, Sergio Licea, Keegan Loggins, Mariah Lopez, Kaycee Martin, DamonMcBride, Madison Mitschke, Payton Nesby, Hawkins Nessler, Klara Owens,Ryan Scott, Davis Shriver, Shaelyn Spidle, James Stapleton, MaddilynPOLITICALPrimaryRun Off ElectionTuesday, April 13Continued on page 19Mark Goss, MDBoard Certified in General SurgeryGeneral SurgeryColorectal SurgeryLaparoscopic SurgeryUpper/Lower EndoscopyNow Accepting New Patients2014 Ben Merritt Drive, Suite A • DecaturPh 940-627-0013 Fax 940-627-1900✪✪✪✪HATSINTHERINGWISE COUNTY JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, PCT. 3Chad Hightower(Republican)Paid pol. adv. by Chad Hightower, Brenda Bowsecker, Treasurer, Boyd, TXMandy Hopkins Hays(Republican)Paid pol. adv. by Mandy Hopkins Hays, Rebecca Parr, Treasurer, Boyd, TXWISE COUNTY COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3Danny Lambert(Republican)Paid pol. adv. by Danny Lambert, Susan Lambert, Treasurer, Boyd, TXHarry Lamance(Republican)Paid pol. adv. by Harry Lamance, Cindy Lamance, Treasurer, Boyd, TXWe find yourENERGY STAR ®rebatesand help yousubmit themMoreENERGY STAR ®qualifiedappliancesthan anyonearch ManiaMF From tools to appliances, everythingyou need for your yard and homedeals of the weekSAVE $240699.99 SALEKenmore side-by-side25.1-cu. ft.† refrigerator•PūR* Ultimate II water andice filtration •Adjustablespill-proof glass shelves.#59422save on all Craftsman ® powerlawn & garden and outdoor storageExcludes Everyday Great Price items and generators.PLUSNO INTEREST IF PAIDIN FULL IN 12 MONTHS ††on total lawn & garden purchases over $299when you use a qualifying Sears cardInterest will be charged to your account from the purchasedate if the purchase balance is not paid in full within12 months or if you make a late payment.See below for Important financing offer details.Offer good thru 6/20/2010.Where shoppingrevolves around you 24/7FRIDAY, MARCH 19 TH THRU SUNDAY, MARCH 21 ST , 2010SAVE $390809.99 SALEKenmore electricrange with convection#97453UP TO 20% off all appliancesTotal savings range 10-20%. Excludes Electrolux, sewing machines, countertop microwaves, water heaters, air conditioners, humidifiers,dehumidifiers, bags, belts, filters, carpet cleaning chemicals, accessories, closeouts and Everyday Great Price Items. Offer good thru 3/25/2010.SAVE $91518.49 SALEKenmore 4.0 cu. ft.washer #29822save $90, sale 509.99Kenmore 7.5 cu. ft.dryer, #69822Gas dryer priced higher.Appliance prices shown are for white unless otherwise indicated. Colors, connectors, ice maker hook-up and installation extra. No extra charge for dishwasher colors.Excludes stainless steel finishes. †Total capacity. *Pu – R ® is a registered trademark of the Procter and Gamble Company, Cincinnati, Ohio used under license by Sears.††Offer applies to total lawn & garden purchases over $299 after discounts and coupons when you use a qualifying Sears card and account is kept in good standing. Offer not valid with Sears Commercial One ® and Sears Home ImprovementAccounts SM accounts. Offer good thru 6/20/2010. 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Sears cards: APRup to 26.49%, but if your account has a variable APR, the APR is up to 29.99% as of 2/1/10 and may vary. Lower rates may apply. MINIMUM INTEREST CHARGE: UP TO $2.An Annual Membership Fee of up to $59 may apply. See card agreement for details. Sears cards are issued by Citibank (South Dakota) N.A. Sears Solutions cards are issuedby HSBC Bank Nevada, N.A. Offer is only valid for consumer accounts in good standing. See card agreement for rates and minimum payment information applicable to youraccount. For New Sears Card accounts: As of 2/1/10, APR for purchases 23.24%; Default APR 29.99% (rates may vary). Minimum FINANCE CHARGE: $2. See card agreementfor details including description of the minimum payment calculation and when the default rate applies. Offer is only valid for consumer accounts in good standing. See cardagreement for rates and minimum payment information applicable to your account. The Sears Card is issued by Citibank (South Dakota) N.A. 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Preparing for the youth fairALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010 19CROSSWORD PUZZLELocal 4-H members should be busy withlast-minute preparations as the Wise CountyYouth Fair approaches.Some of you may need to weighFocuson 4-Hyour animals or need help gettingyour animals clipped prior to thebeginning of the Youth Fair, March22. Wise County 4-H has scalesthat may be checked out for cattle, sheep,goats and hogs.Three days, March 17-19, have also beenset aside during spring break to clip animals.Volunteer Mike Henry will help slicksheep and goats. All animals should beclean on arrival, and heifers mustbe washed and dried.Call the Extension office at(940) 627-3341 to check out thescales or make an appointmentfor help clipping your animal.Complete rules for the Wise County YouthFair can be found online at www.wcyouthfair.org.HONOR ROLLSContinued from page 18Terry, Keylee Weeden and AlexisWright.A/B honor rollFIRST GRADE — Brenna Chanler,Isabella Eudy,Stephanie Gober,oe Gonzalez, Trinity Hawkins,onnor Kennedy, David Lara, Janaessenger, John Raynor, Jonathanodriguez, Jayden Rogers, AlejanroRomo Castro, Shannon Roper,rant Shriver, Dillon Spencer, MihaelWalker, Walker Ward andeth Wilbur.SECOND GRADE — Tommyrmstrong, Savannah Bullard, JaonCobb, Canyon Collins, Kylieeaton, Dakota Dillard, Hunteroughty, Payton Ellis, Kaleb Evans,akenna Hudson, Jacoby Isaacs,ack Ishmael, Mackenzie Lankford,adison Lowery, Isac Perkins, AnrePineda and Madason Thomas.THIRD GRADE — Johanna Barett,Bennett Brown, Irene Chaseen,Bryson Clark, Reginaldo Conreras,Colby Cox, Madelyn Cross,atthew Doughty, Christopherernandez, Dakotah Fewell, Rustynuller, Zalda Galaviz, Caysen Gosey,Jonathan Heinsen, Ethan Holey,Trent Horner, Kelan Jenkins, RahaelJoslin, Savannah Kolt, Skylinowe, Erin McGee, Dakota Moon,ubrey Pearson, Eain Perkins, HanahProffitt, Jaci Reynolds, Daviniley, Cal Robinson, Susan Silvey,hristina Thomas, Nicolas Thomas,hristina Tipton, Trace tyler, Maecyilliams and Morgan Wilmoth.Paradise IntermediateFourth six weeksA honor rollFOURTH GRADE — Gracieamett, Cayden Candioto, Mireyaarrillo, Savanna Cleveland, Eliseobb, Rebecca Comett, Sicilaly Deladillo,Allison Foster, Kaylen Kott,eagan Lee, Emily Love, Laceyantooth, Saylea Mayfield, Tatumiller, Hannah Pearson, Stormieilcher, Rose Powers, Jacob Reid,anny Richardson, Kaitlynn Smith,ailey Thomas, Ryan Upton, Loganaggoner, Garrett Walsh, Trystonebb and Kayli White.FIFTH GRADE — Andrew Alxander,Ashley Angell, Heatherarnett, Alanna Burnett, Kodeehristensen, Logan Cook, HeathercDuff, Austin Medlin, Ryan Norood,Shannon Pedzinski, Josepheed, Dalton Sanders, Alexis Spile,Mary Stapleton, Jamie Talley,race Thigpen, Ty Valentine andatthew Whalen.A/B honor rollFOURTH GRADE — Jordan Babock,Jimmy Barnett, Jakob Beck,artin Crawford, Blake Cummings,ethany Freeby, Clifford Garces,olan Graves, Corbin Harris, ColeonHomer, Skylar Horton, SamanhaHuckabee, Christopher Lopez,ara Lowry, Caitlin Madden, CorbincBride, Mariah McKinley, Hannahelson, Marshall Payton, Brandonedzinski, Kenzi Potteiger, Phillipodriguez, Lorenzo Romo, Gagechneck, Jackson Shriver, Joeykidmore, Chelsey Skinner, Denvermith, Michael Swan, Justin Taylor,annah Tilghman, Carson Tucker,udson Wilkening, Garrett Winters,ichael Yates and Kendale Young.FIFTH GRADE — John Anderson,rysen Broussard, Balin Bryant,ogan Burrows, Haley Butler, JaobCarmichael, Hayden Casson,ian Chamberlain, Camron Chasteen,James Cox, Brooklynn Davis,Brandon Dickson, Patricio Dorado,Ashton Ferguson, Dylan Finley,Alic Holley, Ella Hutton, MichaelKennedy, Austin Largent, MasonLargent, Ruben Luevano, CarsonMartin, Haleigh Maxwell, CollinMcBride, Carrie McGee, BrysonMeyers, Zachary Pittman, MykenziePresley, Brenton Read, JaredRichardson, Casey Riggs, KaitlynRobinson, Karina Rodriguez, JrakeRussell, Colt Ryle, Landon Sharp,Tristan Sims, Connor Snell, JerrellThomas, Makaya Wakefield, SarahWilson-Fleilman, Dylan Wise andBradley Young.Boyd Middle SchoolFourth six weeksA honor rollSEVENTH GRADE — JacksonBasting, Christina Civis, CameronClark, Aaron Hammett, CameronHammett, Haylee Holmes, TylerKemp, Valeria Lugo, Amy Sanders,Sofia Scott, Sequioa Smith, HannahWalden and Mason Whitt.EIGHTH GRADE — Kayla Boaz,Jake Bryans, Shay Dodson, CodyJacobs, Shannon Jenkins, CameronSchulte, Calab Smith and HarrisonTrantham.Presented byAmanda P. Lovette, M.D. and StaffBoard Certified in General PediatricsPOISON CONTROLCurious young children can getthemselves in trouble when it comesto toxic substances. Therefore, keepdangerous cleaning products wherechildren cannot gain access tothem. Make sure that vitamins andmedications are either in child-proofcontainers or put away. Never referto medicine as “candy” or leave it onthe counter because children loveto copy adults. Be sure to grow onlynon-poisonous houseplants. If a childhas ingested something that could betoxic, call poison control immediately.Every telephone in a home withchildren should have the poisoncontrol number nearby, and everyparent’s cell phone should have thenumber stored in speed dial. If a childis unconscious or exhibiting serioussigns of distress, call 911.Parents must be ever alert to potentialproblems and dangers to childrenin the home. Contact LOVETTEPEDIATRICS at (940) 627-8044.Come in and discuss your concernswith our doctor and staff. We are animportant source of care, information,and support for you and your children.We’re located at 2401 S. FM 51, Suite100, Decatur. For your convenience,we’re open M -Th 8am to 5pm and F8am to noon. Healthy Futures StartHere. Our friendly staff will always gothe extra mile to make our patient’svisit most comfortable.HAVE A SAFE AND FUNSPRING BREAK!P.S. When calling poison control, keepin mind the name of the product; howmuch the child was exposed to; andhow the child ingested it (through themouth, nose, or skin).www.lovettepediatrics.comA/B honor rollSEVENTH GRADE — Skylar Anderson,Colton Batterton, AntoniaBooth, Kaytlin Bullard, MadelynBusch, Samantha Deauman, HeatherDenney, Mackenzie Elkins, SavannahFoster, Alissa Gordon, TreyGordon, Heather Green, ChandlerHammon, Abigail Harrell, ShelbyLavigne, Mathew McConnell, HaleyMoore, Aubrey Naron, GennerPartin, Destini Phipps, KristenPlummer, Caitlyn Ray, Dillon Rose,Jericho Saul, Lucas Sims, OliviaSingleton, Carlen Smith, John Sokyand Dylan Stone.EIGHTH GRADE — Maria Angel,Heather Beauregard, Cole Blackwood,Katlynn Blackwood, SeferinoCardona, Kyler Christian, AustinCozby, Kelcei Dees, Cody Drake,Grant Fix, Hope Flowers, PaijeFord, Brian Hatley, Chance Herron,Brittany Hodges, Tori Lobdell,Bailee Luttrell, Sonny McCarmack,Marley McCune, Amber Montgomery,Ryan Reed, Maritza Rodriguez,Anissa Romero, Gabriella Saldivar,Alena Sambrosky, Cody Smith,Kimberly Smith, Mackensie Smith,Dalton Stidham, Lindsey Stone, JosephTate, Dustin Traister and RileyWarren.Good Luckto all ofWise County’sYouth FairParticipants!Sandford Oil CompanyRED DOTSALE!Look for red dot extrasavings on sale goods.OPENSUNDAY12:30 - 5:30 p.m. U.S. Business Hwy. 81 South, Decatur940-627-2689WISE COUNTY YOUTH FAIR & RODEOYouth Rodeo - Friday, March 19 & Saturday, March 20Youth Fair - Monday, Match 22 - Saturday, March 27Auction and Sale - Saturday, March 27 • 1 p.m.

20 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, March 18, 2010OutdoorCROSSWORDSOLUTIONWho should you trustwith your OB/GYN care?Decatur Women’s Health Centeroffers a full range of obstetrical and gynecologicalcare for women at every stage of life.NORTHERN CRICKET FROGListen to the sounds of spring ...ontinued from page 11calling them the “NorthernClicky Frog.” Woodhouse’sToads and narrowmouthtoads will also be singingsoon, with long mournfulbleats of “mmrrrrreeeeeah.”With birds, many residentspecies are now singing.Cardinals, titmice, Carolinaand Bewick’s Wrens andRed-winged Blackbirds areall beginning to sing, especiallyin the morning onwarm days.You might hear the sharpcalls of Downy Woodpeckersand the coughing callsof Red-bellied Woodpeckers,too. Although we don’t calltheir vocalizations songsusually, a song doesn’t haveto be melodious to qualify.The woodpecker songs arestill advertising the bird’sterritory and availability.The intricacy and beautyof animal sounds is amazing,even more so when youconsider the fact that theyare talking to each other. So,Submit YOURlocal news...www.wcmessenger.com/submitkeep your ears open for theglorious sounds of spring.You never know what wondersyou will hear.!The next monthly fieldtrip to the Lyndon B. JohnsonNational Grasslands isWednesday, April 7. We willleave at 9 a.m. from the ForestService District Office inDecatur. For information,contact Mary Curry (see below)or the Forest ServiceDistrict Office, (940) 627-5475.!Claire and Mary Curryare nature enthusiasts basedin Greenwood and can bereached by e-mail at larksparrow@eeclaire.com.(Left to Right) Melissa Bradley, Dr. Douglas Kyle, Kim Mote, Patricia Ruiz“Friendly, professional and confidential.”Your health and well-being as a woman are our concern.We offer a full range of obstetrical and gynecological care.Our emphasis is on making you feel comfortable,confident and reassured.Call today to schedule your next appointment.940-627-42161713 S. FM 51 • Suite 201 • DecaturGLENN POLK AUTOPLEXGLENN POLK AUTOPLEXLake Bridgeport Baptist Churchis a Sovereign GraceFamily Integrated ChurchNo hype, just families worshipping,serving and growing in Our Lord Jesus Christ.Sunday Morning Services 11 a.m. - Potluck lunch followingWednesday Night Prayer Meeting - 6 p.m. with potluck supper1301 North Main, Lake Bridgeport940-872-7466Good Luck to the Participants inthe 2010 Wise County Youth Fair2-K Pawn & Gun Shop940-627-7800 • 1605 Bus. 380 W., DecaturMon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Sat., 9 a.m. - Noon2010 Ford F150 Super Crew XLT$ 4,500UPTO0 % APRFOR 72 MO 20102010 Ford FocusCASHBACK2010 Ford Super DutyUPTO$ 6,200CASHBACKFord Ranger 2010 Ford Explorer 2010 Ford Sport Trac0 % APRFOR 60 MO 2010 Ford FusionFISHDAY2010 Ford Mustang GT 2010 Ford Edge 2010 Ford EscapeNOW IS THE TIME FOR STOCKING• 4-6” & 6-8” Channel Catfish • Bluegill (Coppernose & Hybrid)• Redear • Largemouth Bass • Black Crappie (If Avail.)• Fathead Minnows • KoiWe will service you at:AGvantage Farm & Ranch • Decatur, TXMon., Mar. 22 • 8 - 9 a.m.To pre-order call:Arkansas Pondstockers 1-800-843-4748Walk-ups Welcome2010F150$2500RETAILFACTORYREBATE$1000XLTFACTORYREBATE$1000FMCCFINANCEREBATE;2010SUPERDUTY$4000RETAILFACTORYREBATE$1000FMCCFINANCEREBATE$1200XLTBONUSFACTORYREBATE;2010RANGER0%FOR72MOWAC;2010SPORTTRAC0%FOR72MOWAC2010EXPLORER0%FOR72MOWAC;2010FOCUS0%FOR60MOWAC,2010FUSION0%FOR60MOWAC;2010EDGE0%FOR60MOWAC;2010MUSTANGGT0%FOR60MOWAC;2010EDGE0%FOR60MOWAC0%ISINLIEUOFFACTORYREBATES;MUSTFINANCEWITHFMCCTOQUALIFYFORFMCCDISCOUNT;PICTURESFORILLUSTRATIONPURPOSESONLY;OFFEREXPIRES4/5/2010.Se HablaEspanol!toll freelocal800-653-6628940-668-87704320 N. I35 • GainesvilleWWW.GPOLK.COM