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THURSDAY, JULY 31, 2008 WISE COUNTY MESSENGER

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PICKING AND GRINNING — Bubba Blessing enjoys the concert by Bluegrass Reunion at the Wise County Heritage Museum in Decatur Saturday night. Those in
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Dear Neil: What will kill
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Acephate (formerly known
as Orthene) is good, although
whiteflies are tenacious in-
sects. Read label directions
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use on hibiscus. Yellow, sticky
traps will capture many of
the pests, although the cards
are unsightly. They also cap-
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Your best bet will be to get Dear Neil: My oleander Sharon and mallows. Mulch prune it. Apply a water-sol-
a skilled, certified arborist has bloomed, and now it has the plants and keep their Dear Neil: Why is the bark uble, complete and balanced
on the job. Your nurseryman few flowers. Can I prune it soil moist at all times to min- on my white crape myrtle fertilizer. Grow it in morning
can recommend someone to now? imize the problem. peeling off the trunk? sun with afternoon shade.
you. Somebody experienced Yes, but do so in modera- That’s is absolutely nor-
needs to help with your tree. tion. You don’t want to pro- Dear Neil: When should I mal. Crape myrtles have ex- Dear Neil: Two of my hy-
mote vigorous regrowth trim my wisteria plant? It’s foliating bark. As it drops, it drangea plants have tall,
Dear Neil: Do crape between now and the first been more than 15 years, and often exposes handsome new green stalks. They didn’t
myrtles ever have thorns? I frost. That kind of succulent some of its branches are lay- bark beneath. bloom as well this year as
planted several a few years new foliage would be soft ing on the ground. they did last year. Should I
ago, and now little ones are and easily damaged by win- The best time to prune Dear Neil: Why does my remove those shoots?
coming up all around them. ter cold. wisterias is immediately af- bleeding heart hanging bas- Yes. Trim them back with-
I’d like to transplant and ter they finish blooming each ket refuse to bloom? Is it in the rest of each plant’s
save them, but I’m unsure be- Dear Neil: Why would spring. Fall and winter prun- something I’m doing - or that canopy. If you have any other
cause of the thorns. hibiscus plants I bought for ing will remove flower buds I need to do? moderate reshaping to do, do
Those are definitely not my son have buds that fail to as they develop. You could do You’re probably talking so soon.
crape myrtles. No species of open? some amount of reshaping about Clerodendrum, the ■
Lagerstroemia has thorns. Hibiscus plants of many now if it were absolutely nec- sprawling and leaning tropi- Have a question you’d like
Unless you identify them as types will abort flower buds essary. You don’t want those cal plant. It does tend to go Neil to consider? Mail it to
some other type of desirable before they open when they branches that are laying on into, and out of, bloom as him in care of the Wise Coun-
plant, best suggestion would are stressed by the Texas the ground to bloom anyway, the season progresses. Keep ty Messenger, P.O. Box 149,
be to mow or hoe them. summer. You’ll see it with so they can certainly come it moist at all times. It will Decatur, TX 76234.

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Transportation options for seniors who no longer drive
By JIM MILLER
Dear Savvy Senior,
Where can I find out about
alternative transportation
options for my 80-year-old
mother? She’s nearing the
point where she needs to give
up driving and will need
some help getting around.
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Alternative transporta-
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er will depend on where
she lives. Here’s what you
should know.
Growing concern
With more than 7 million
older Americans who no
longer drive – that number
is expected to double in the
next 25 years – the need for
more alternative transpor-
tation programs is urgent.
For seniors who no longer
drive, community transpor-
tation services are an es-
sential link in helping them
get to their doctor’s appoint-
ments, stores, social activi-
ties and more. But the prob-
lem is that while most urban
areas may offer seniors a va-
riety of transportation alter-
natives, the options may be
few to none for those living
in the suburbs, small towns
and rural areas.
Types of transporta-
tion
Before you start search-
ing, it’s good to know the
different types of transpor-
tation services that may be
available to her. Depending
on where she lives, here is a
list of potential options:
■ Family and friends: This
is the favorite and most of-
ten used alternative for se-
niors. Get a list of possible
candidates as well as their
willingness, availability, and
contact information.
■ Local transportation
programs: These are locally
developed programs that are
often sponsored by nonprofit
organizations or churches.
These services may charge a
nominal fee or accept dona-
tions and often operate with
the help of volunteer driv-
ers.
■ Demand response ser-
vices: Often referred to as
“dial-a-ride” or “elderly and
disabled transportation
service,” these government-
funded programs provide
door-to-door transportation
services by appointment and
usually charge a small fee or
donation on a per ride basis.
Many use vans and offer ac-
cessible services for riders
with special needs.
■ Taxi or car service:
These private services offer
flexible scheduling but can
be expensive. Some taxi/car
services may be willing to
set up accounts that allow
other family members to
pay for services and some
SAVVY SENIOR
may offer senior discounts. tions to help keep her safe. Send your senior questions Jim Miller is a contributor
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businesses may offer trans- take the AARP Driver Safety
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ticipants or customers.
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4 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, July 31, 2008
By GARY CLAYTON
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2007, with problems occur-
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iron and nitrogen and St.
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tine grass lawns are going to
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THE COUNSELING CORNER

10 steps for improving communications
By THE AMERICAN
COUNSELING ASSOCIATION
It’s a sad fact that almost half
of first marriages in this country
still end in divorce. For second and
third marriages the statistics are
even worse. While there are many
reasons for marriage failures, the
most common thread in virtually
all fractured relationships is poor
communication.
While we humans generally love
to communicate, far too often we do
a poor job of it with the person who
should be the most important one
in our lives, our spouse. Poor com-
munication creates walls between
husband and wife, often hiding
small hurts, issues and problems
until they become large, explosive
issues.
Communication in a marriage
should be a bridge, an avenue
through which you can discuss
current problems, find an under-
standing listener, and work to-
gether to discover solutions.
To help make that happen, try
strengthening basic communica-
tion skills with your partner:
1. Listen, really listen, to each
other, keeping quiet and not inter-
rupting or trying to defend yourself
when your partner is speaking.
2. Listen not just to the words,
but also to the feelings in the mes-
sage and the emotions being ex-
pressed.
3. Really try to put yourself in
your partner’s shoes. You don’t
have to agree with everything be-
ing said, but try to understand,
from his or her perspective, the ex-
perience being shared.
4. Don’t jump to conclusions.
Rephrase and repeat back what
you’ve heard, then ask for clarifi-
cation if it turns out you’ve misun-
derstood.
5. Validate what’s been said.
Provide feedback that shows you
understood not only the words, but
the feelings and emotions behind
them.
6. Be aware of your nonverbal
messages. Facial expressions, eye
contact, voice tone and body lan-
guage all send powerful messages.
7. When expressing your feel-
ings and ideas, use “I” statements,
rather than “You” messages that
tend to assign blame.
8. Don’t make a discussion an
ambush. Explain ahead of time
what you wish to discuss.
9. Discuss important issues
without interruptions - set aside a
specific time, away from the house,
the kids, phones and other inter-
ruptions.
10. Stay focused on the current
issue. Don’t dredge up past hurts
and problems. Your goal isn’t to
destroy the other person, but to
help solve current problems.
Communication within a mar-
riage, or any relationship, can be
difficult because of the emotions
and the potential depth of the
problems. But with planning and
patience, and some basic skills, ef-
fective, relationship-strengthening
communication can take place.
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Slabs lethal for Texoma stripers ...
Continued from 6
ity of striper rods in Carey’s
boat rigged with slabs. The
reason? Slabs are by far the
most productive artificial bait
during the summer months
when the water is warm, the
striper’s metabolism is high
and the fish are on the move
chasing big schools of shad
out in open water.
Why the popularity of
lead slabs over steel spoons
these days? One reason is
that anglers have discovered
the faster falling lead slabs
more closely mimic the shad,
streaking through the water
in efforts to escape becoming
breakfast for an even faster
moving striper. When allowed
to flutter to the bottom, with
reel in freespool, these pieces
of lead closely resemble a
wounded baitfish fluttering
down to the bottom, some-
thing a hungry striper very
often cannot resist!
This past week, I joined
Carey for a morning of some
fast paced striper catching.
As we motored out of High-
port Marina just after safe
light, he filled us in on the
current pattern.
“Stripers are dispersed
widespread throughout the
lake and so are the schools of
shad. There are a few cattle
egrets and herons around to
help us located the actively
feeding schools,” Carey said.
He eased back on the throt-
tle near a rocky point and
asked everyone aboard to
watch the water closely.
“During early morning, we
haven’t been seeing the acres
of top water feeding fish, just
a swirl or occasional baitfish
popping the surface. These
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Chris Carey and some happy fishermen show off the results of a few minutes of action.
are the only indications of the
big striper schools holding
down below the baitfish. The
acres of surfacing feeding fish
that are easy to spot has been
occurring around mid morn-
ing,” he said.
Suddenly, a striper, and
from the sound and ensuing
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shad near the surface about
fifty yards out. Chris quietly
moved the boat within a long
cast of the surface distur-
bance and we were promptly
working 1 ounce slabs verti-
cally through the cloud of
stripers that lit up the flasher
like lights on a Christmas
tree. For five action packed
of hours of the day went, fish- the strikes came as the slabs
ing isolated, roving schools of were falling, which requires
stripers that were here one a bit more finesse than when
minute and gone the next; a stripers are hitting fast mov-
typical pattern for mid sum- ing baits. It’s important to
mer. keep the line tension on the
As the morning progressed, reel set relatively light, to al-
just has Chris had predicted, low the slab to freefall but,
the striper schools remained make sure and keep in con-
up on the surface for longer tact with the spool/line with
periods. By 10 a.m., stripers your thump. The instant the
were churning the surface, strike occurs, engage the reel
chasing shad with reckless and set the hook. Reels with
abandon. Their direction of fast gear ratios are a must for
travel was easy to decipher; this type fishing. Chris says
dipping egrets and the lead- the current red hot ‘slab bite’
ing edge of the school was will continue throughout the
marked by scores of top wa- month, and often lasts well
ter disturbances. Shad jump- into September.
ing clear of the water and the To contact Striper Express,
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the winter. However, upon looking it
up, this July tern was not a Forster’s
Tern.
The tern, a tiny creature of sharp
points and edges, was white and gray
with black edges on the front edge of
its pointed flight feathers. Its black
cap set off an orange-yellow sharply
pointed beak and a white forehead.
The white tail was forked. I had to look
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I don’t frequent watery areas). Second,
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rivers, where water releases from large
dams can flood nests. Coastal popula-
tions are also disturbed by beach-go-
ing humans but are not endangered.
This particular Least Tern was
cruising over a lake in Denton County.
It occasionally plunged into the water
and I saw it come up with a small fish
in its beak. Fish are the main diet of
most terns. Least Terns will also eat
crustaceans, insects (caught in flight
or plucked from the water’s surface),
and occasionally small mollusks and
marine worms. Other tern species will
also supplement their fish diets with
crustaceans, frogs, marine worms,
earthworms, small squid, leeches,
crabs, spiders, small birds, rodents and
lizards, depending on the size of the
size and lack of black front edges to
the wings. In breeding plumage, which
I have never seen here, it has a com-
plete black cap, orange beak with black
tip, and gray and white wings. In non-
breeding plumage, it has a black beak
and a dark patch from the eye to the
cheek. The back and top of the head
and the forehead become white.
Black Terns are said to be a common
to abundant migrant in our area in the
spring and fall, although I have only
seen them once. I may not be frequent-
ing their preferred habitats. They for-
age over water or over fields and usu-
ally pluck their food from the water’s
surface instead of plunging into the
water. Forster’s Terns are fairly com-
mon migrants and rare to uncommon
here in the winter, usually at larger
water bodies such as Lake Bridge-
port. Least Terns are rare to common
migrants. The endangered Interior
Least Tern nests along the Red River
and at scattered reservoirs throughout
I saw another Least Tern a week
later at the same lake. There was also
my first Spotted Sandpiper of the fall.
Migration is already starting now, in
the heat of the summer. Even in this
hot weather, keep your eyes peeled for
terns, sandpipers and other migrants;
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WISE NOTES
By TANYA DAVIS
Wise Co. Extension Agent
Have you looked – really looked – at
the foods in your kitchen pantry late-
ly?
Is it time to bid some foods a fond
farewell?
Should others be moved to a
better location and/or storage
container?
Can you “revive” some ag-
ing foods so they still can be
used?
Read on for tips to help you
decide whether to toss, move
or try to save common kitchen
cupboard foods.
The following storage tips
are based on food stored at a
room temperature of about 70
F. The times are those generally cited
for maintaining best food quality.
A range of times and the more con-
servative recommendations are given
to allow for age of the product when
purchased, how long it has been open,
etc.
Baking Powder – 12 to 18 months or
expiration date on container. Test for
freshness by mixing 1 teaspoon bak-
ing powder with 1/3 cup hot water. If
it foams vigorously, it still has rising
power.
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Baking Soda – 12 to 18 months or
expiration date on container. Test for
freshness by placing 1-1/2 teaspoons
in a small bowl. Add 1 tablespoon vin-
egar. If it fizzes, then it will still help
leaven a food. If it doesn’t fizz, use it as
an odor catcher in the refrigerator.
Shortening – 3 to 8 months
opened; 8 to 12 months un-
opened. Shortening that has
been stored too long will go
rancid and develop an unde-
sirable taste and odor. If you
haven’t used a shortening for
a while, smell it before using
it in a recipe.
Canned Foods – 1 to 2
years. The Canned Food Alli-
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DAVIS
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within 2 years of processing
for best quality. Some products con-
tain a code that identifies the produc-
tion date. If you have a concern over
how old a food is, call the company’s
toll-free number (if listed on the can).
Avoid refrigerating opened canned
foods in their can. Food can develop
an off-odor from the can, once opened.
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Vegetable Oil – 1 to 6 months opened;
6 to 12 months unopened. Times vary
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WISE COUNTY

Students awarded UIL scholarships

Jose Francisco Reyes, Kendal Kay
Stephens, Gary Allen Enis and Ali-
son Julia Knight Wood were awarded
scholarships by the Texas Interscho-
lastic League Foundation.
Reyes, a Bridgeport High School
graduate, received a UIL Directors’
Scholarship in the amount of $1,000.
The UIL Directors’ Scholarship is
awarded to a student who has partici-
pated in the UIL academic state meet
the University of Texas at Austin and Enis competed in computer science
major in petroleum engineering. at the 2007 meet and placed second
Stephens, a Slidell High School in the overall and team standings at
graduate, received a Houston Endow- the 2008 UIL state meet in addition
ment Inc. Scholarship in the amount of to placing fifth in ready writing at
$1,000. This year, the Houston Endow- the 2008 meet. He also participated
ment awarded 34 grants to students in UIL mathematics, science, one act
who have participated in the UIL aca- play, track and field, tennis, golf, cross
demic state meet and who have com- country and basketball. He is the son
piled an outstanding record of academ- of Greg and Sherrie Enis. He plans to
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cal design, mathematics, science and
editorial writing throughout her high
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Keeping pets engaged in activities
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moving and mentally active, says Dr.
Bonnie Beaver, a professor and animal
behavior expert in the College of Veter-
inary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
at Texas A&M University.
Cats need active toys, she notes, and
wind-up toys, balls and other objects
they can bat around are great ways
to encourage activity and keep them
from becoming sedentary. Cats would
be chasing mice, bugs, birds and other
small prey most of the day in the wild.
Hittin’ the
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“A good rule of thumb to keep in Beaver says cats love to climb and
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will find their own entertainment,” she
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Keeping this in mind can help you while they are young is often a great
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NISD fingerprints
new employees
Northwest ISD finger-
printed all new employees
on July 21 and 22 in an effort
to further protect students
against those with a crimi-
nal record. The district fin-
gerprints all employees, sub-
stitutes, temporary workers,
student teachers, volunteers
and employees of contracted
services in addition to con-
ducting background checks.
While background checks
alone are viewed as the in-
dustry standard, fingerprint
verification is the only pro-
cess that would catch an
applicant or new hire with
a criminal record that pres-
ents clean, false records.
Northwest ISD was one of
the first districts in the state
to implement fingerprinting
of all employees as an addi-
tional safeguard.
On Aug. 7, Northwest ISD
will offer an additional op-
portunity for new hires to
NORTHWEST NOTES
be fingerprinted. Scheduled
times for substitute teach-
ers will follow in the coming
month. The district provides
fingerprinting services to
other school districts for a
fee on Wednesdays.
New schools
set to open
Northwest ISD's newest
schools, Sendera Ranch El-
ementary and O.A. Peterson
Elementary, are set to open
this August for the start of
the new school year. Con-
struction is progressing on
schedule, and officials con-
firm that the schools will
be ready for the 2008-2009
school year.
Named after the develop-
ment in which it is located,
Sendera Ranch Elementary
School is located in Haslet in
the southwestern portion of
the district (1216 Diamond
Back Lane). O.A. Peterson
Elementary School, named
in honor of a local rancher, is
located in the Tehama Ridge
subdivision in Fort Worth in
the southern portion of the
district (2000 Winter Hawk
Drive). Built with funds
from the 2005 bond pro-
gram, Sendera Ranch will
relieve the student popula-
tion growth at Prairie View
Elementary and Peterson
Elementary will provide re-
lief at Nance Elementary.
NISD hires employees
for the new year
Northwest ISD is expected
to hire approximately 225
new hires for the 2008-2009
school year due to the open-
ing of two new elementary
schools, student growth, and
resignations and retirees. Of
those anticipated, 207 new
employees have already
been placed.
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campus and district admin-
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For a few moments con-
sider the definitions of men-
tal retardation and mental
illness. If you think they’re
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er look.
Mental retardation is a
permanent condition that
limits intellectual capacity
and occurs before a child is
born or during childhood.
Mental illness is a treat-
able medical condition that
can occur at anytime in a
person’s life. It can also be
either a temporary or long-
term condition. Depression,
schizophrenia, bipolar disor-
der, panic disorders and post
traumatic stress disorders
are all mental illnesses.
“The challenge can be
when we fail to take the time
to understand our neigh-
bors and their contributions
and roles in our communi-
ties,” said Laura Albrecht,
spokesperson for the Texas
Department of Aging and
Disability Services (DADS).
The department oversees a
wide variety of services for
individuals with mental re-
tardation.
People with mental retar-
dation benefit from appro-
priate education, training,
personal care and oppor-
tunities to work. They may
live in their own homes, in
homes with other individu-
als with mental retardation,
or in a residential setting
Continued from 11
Dogs are much more in-
teractive with humans and
dogs typically play with
toys while their owners are
home.
With this in mind, dog
parks are one of the best
ways for urban dwellers to
keep their dogs active and
mentally stimulated. The
interaction between dog and
owner, and between dogs is
great for mental and physi-
cal health Beaver says, add-
ing to be sure that dogs are
up to date on all vaccina-
tions, and as with any public
excursion, be certain to pick
up after your pet.
But while you are away
from home, you can keep
dogs engaged with the right
toys. As with choosing toys
for cats, toys that promote
activity and mental stimu-
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services may be needed by
people with mental retarda-
tion.
But what causes mental
retardation? Hundreds of
conditions can hinder de-
velopment before birth, dur-
ing birth or from birth to 18
years old. Some of the com-
mon causes include:
■ German measles, syphi-
lis and meningitis passed
from the mother to her baby
during pregnancy.
■ Consumption of alco-
hol (fetal alcohol syndrome)
during pregnancy by the
mother.
■ Trauma to the brain or
chromosome abnormality,
such as Down syndrome.
Mental retardation is the
most common developmen-
tal disability and affects ap-
proximately three percent of
the population. The general
function of an individual is
well below average, and his
or her behavior does not
meet the level of personal
independence and social re-
sponsibility of the person’s
age. Mental retardation can
range from mild, moderate,
severe or profound.
A person with mental re-
tardation can also be diag-
nosed with a mental illness.
People with mental retar-
dation are our family mem-
bers, friends and neighbors
PET TALK
lation are ideal. Beaver says
one great way to do this is
by providing toys that dis-
pense food, but advises be-
ing careful to watch calorie
intake if using treats and
food with toys. Beaver says
that freezing rubber toys
such as Kongs with a soft
food filling is a good idea be-
cause it takes longer to get
the treat out of the toy and
extends the play time.
She suggests an inexpen-
sive alternative: simply put-
ting dry dog food in a plastic
soda bottle. As the dog plays
with the bottle, the food can
fall out – a reward for play-
ing with the bottle.
“Toys like this stimulate
play, keep them busy and
make being alone more en-
joyable for the dog,” she ex-
plained. “Also by food being
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Tired of not knowing
who live and work inde-
pendently or semi-indepen-
dently in the community. To
what theWEATHER’S
learn more about mental re- going to be like?
tardation services available
in your area, call 2-1-1. You
may also visit the Texas De-
partment of Aging and Dis-
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NORTHWEST ARE YOUR FLOORS UGLY?

District hires director of fine arts
Building on the district’s
fine arts program, Kevin
Lacefield has joined North-
west ISD as the new director
of fine arts, a new position
for the growing school dis-
trict. In this role, Lacefield
will oversee programs such
as band, orchestra, dance,
theatre and art.
“Kevin Lacefield is a tre-
mendous addition to North-
west ISD,” said Edward
Chevallier, assistant super-
intendent for curriculum
and instruction. “With the
addition of a director of fine
arts to our district staff, we
are looking forward to build-
ing on an already great fine
arts program.”
Lacefield is responsible
for administering and coor-
dinating the districtwide,
K-12 fine arts program and
the related UIL academic
programs and competitions.
He coordinates and devel-
ops curriculum and sup-
ports the schools in all fine
arts instructional areas. In
regards to UIL fine arts ac-
tivities and competitions, he
serves as a resource to prin-
cipals and sponsors and fa-
cilitates all activities.
“Northwest has an out-
standing reputation for the
fine arts, and it is my honor
to serve as the director of
fine arts,” said Lacefield,
who officially joined the dis-
trict on July 14.
“Northwest’s vision for
fine arts is to become one
of the premier districts for
art, dance, music and the-
ater in the state of Texas,”
said Lacefield. “Northwest
is committed to the fine arts
and ensures that all stu-
dents have the opportunity
to participate in the high-
est quality programs in the
visual and performing arts.
Fine arts students in North-
west ISD also enjoy state-
of-the art facilities that are
among the top accommoda-
tions in the state.”
“Mr. Lacefield’s resume
is quite impressive,” said
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Before joining the North- to have an outstanding fine
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Branch ISD where he had levels, and we know he will
served as assistant princi- lead us to the next level.
pal at Barbara Bush Middle We have every confidence
School since 2005, princi- that the fine arts program
pal of Barbara Bush sum- we continue to build will
mer school (2005-2007) and help us achieve the vision
most recently as the central of being the best and most
office summer school tech- sought-after school district
nology coordinator (2008). in Texas.”
After completing graduate The NISD Board of Trust-
work at the Eastman School ees approved Lacefield’s hir-
of Music in New York, he ing at the board meeting on
was a vital contributor in June 26.
starting the Lewisville ISD
strings program. Under his
guidance as the director of
orchestras at Flower Mound
High School (2001-2005),
the orchestra program con-
sistently received the high-
est UIL ratings and won

EDUCATION BRIEFS
Ferguson graduates
Texas Tech
Rachel Ferguson of Chico graduated from
Texas Tech University May 9. While at Tex-
as Tech Rachel was a member of the Nation-
al Honors Society for Collegiate Scholars.
She graduated magna cum laude in honors
studies with a major in multidisciplinary
studies. Rachel is the daughter of Tom and
Ann Ferguson of Chico.
Vargas to complete
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School of Engineering after spending a year
embedded with the Iraqi Army as an engi-
neering advisor. He will return to the war
effort as an operations officer for the First
Naval Construction Division at the Naval
Amphibious Base in Little Creek, Va. Var-
gas is a graduate of the Bridgeport class of
1985.
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American Red Cross in need of local volunteers
The American Red Cross, Chisholm
Trail Chapter responded to two devas-
tating residential fires in Wise County
earlier this month to provide assis-
tance to the affected families for food,
clothing and other items that the fami-
lies may need.
The first fire occurred during the
early morning hours of Saturday, July
5, when a family awakened to the smell
of smoke and realized their home was
on fire. They escaped with little more
than the clothes on their backs. The
Red Cross met the family that morn-
ing in front of what remained of their
home.
“I really appreciate what the Red
Cross did for us,” said Kristi Davis, a
resident of the home destroyed in the
fire. “I was able to buy some clothes for
work and it really helped.”
A second fire occurred on the morn-
ing of Thursday, July 10, in Slidell. The
Red Cross responded and was able to
provide assistance to a couple who lost
everything.
SUDOKU SOLUTIONS
The Chisholm Trail Chapter re-
sponds to disasters in 23 counties
across Texas, from as far east as
Grapevine, and as far west as Sweet-
water, and as far south as San Angelo.
Because of the large geographic area,
the local Red Cross, based in Fort
Worth, depends heavily upon their vol-
unteers throughout the jurisdiction to
help care for their neighbors in times
of need.
“We have great volunteers in Wise
County,” Red Cross Emergency Ser-
vices Director Beth Boyd said, “but we
need more.”
When disasters strike in Wise Coun-
ty, local Red Cross volunteers are
notified and asked to meet with the
families affected. When those volun-
teers are unavailable, or responding
to another local or national disaster, it
makes it difficult to respond quickly.
“The more people we have who are
willing to get trained and provide Red
Cross services in Wise County, the bet-
ter and faster it will be for the people
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who need help,” Boyd said.
Anyone who is interested in becom-
ing a Red Cross disaster volunteer
in Wise County is encouraged to con-
tact Beth Boyd at (817) 335-9137, ext.
216, or email boydb@usa.redcross.org.
There are a variety of volunteer oppor-
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CLASSIFIED GOLD
Real Estate for Sale
• Acreage • Business Property
• Condos/Town Homes • Duplexes
• Homes • Lots • Mobile Homes
• Wanted to Buy
Pets
• Pets • Pets Lost & Found
• Pet Care/Training
• Pet Stud Services
CALL 940-627-5987 AND GET RESULTS • MESSENGER CLASSIFIEDS ON THE WEB: WWW.WCMESSENGER.COM/CLASS
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
• Acreage
• Business Property
• Condos/Town Homes
• Duplexes
• Homes • Lots
• Mobile Homes
• Wanted to Buy
Acreage
16 ACRES
adjoining LBJ National Grasslands.
(940)389-4802.
4.26 ACRES
with 1 double wide and 1 single
wide, many upgrades, half mineral
rights. $130,000 plus closing costs.
(940)433-8234.
PARADISE, CR 3451
10 acres, restricted tracts, wooded.
Call Nolan, (940)393-1020; or Deb-
bie, (817)925-9208.
Homes
$20K BELOW APPRAISAL!
Well maintained, 3/2/2 brick, 2.5
acres w/shop, Decatur subdivision.
Buy Wise Real Estate, Shari Guess,
(940) 399-3900.
**FOR SALE BY OWNER**
HUGE LAKEFRONT HOME
4,900 square foot, lovely custom
brick home on 1.5 acres. 5-bed-
room, 4-bath, large kitchen with is-
land, custom cabinets, tile floors, of-
fice, large workshop & garage. Must
see to believe! $425,000.
(817)270-4660.
16 MILES NORTH, DECATUR
New brick, 4/2, 1,900 square feet, 5
wooded acres. Must see view.
30x40 garage w/shop. $169k.
1(888)283-1919.
2-BEDROOM, 1-BATH
house in Decatur, corner lot, fenced
yard, garage & carport, inside totally
redone, great starter home.
$62,000. (817)475-0294.
20 ACRES IN GREENWOOD
2-story log home, 4-bedroom,
1.5-bath, 2-car detached garage.
$260,000. (940)210-8847.
2205 WOODVILLE, BRIDGEPORT
3/2/2, open living, dining, kitchen;
2,600 square foot on 1+ acre.
$180,000. (940)683-2410 or
(817)925-3343.
3/2/2, DECATUR
1505 Shady Lane. Very nice, lots of
trees, 1,560 square feet, living area.
$149,000/OBO. (940)393-0987,
(940)977-5507.
CUSTOM HORSE RANCH
in Paradise, 8 acres, beautiful
home, big barn, roping arena, cor-
ral, 5 pastures. Great opportunity for
investment. Agent, (817)454-9446.
PUBLISHER’S NOTICE:
All real estate advertising in this
newspaper is subject to the Fair
Housing Act which makes it illegal
to advertise “any preference, limita-
tion or discrimination based on
race, color, religion, sex, handicap,
familial status or national origin,
or an intention, to make any such
preference, limitation or discrimina-
tion.” Familial status includes chil-
dren under the age of 18 living with
parents or legal custodians, pregnant
women and people securing custody
of children under 18.
Free Moving
Boxes
You come and
pick up.
Indian Trails.
Call 940-627-2230
ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, July 31, 2008
Rentals
• Apartments • Business Property • Condos/
Town Homes • Duplex Housing • Homes
• Mobile Homes • Rooms • Roommate
Wanted • Spaces & Lots • For Lease • Wanted
to Rent • Wanted to Lease • Facilities
• Storage Buildings
Merchandise for Sale
• Appliances • Clothing/Jewelry
• Furniture • Garage Sales
• Firewood • Miscellaneous
• Auctions
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE OR RENT
DREAM PLACE FOR FAMILY
4/3, 14 acres, hills, trees, land-
scaped, cross-fenced, ponds,
barn/workshop, basketball court.
Excellent location. $165,000.
(940)845-4418.
NEW LARGE 4/3/2
for sale. Northwest ISD, 1+ acre,
energy efficient, many upgrades. Off
Highway 287/FM 407, Skyview
Ranch Estates. (817)498-7996.
REDUCED TO $237,500
with brick allowance of $4,000.
FSBO, 4/3.5, 2,600 square feet, 5.5
acres, Paradise schools, 2 ponds,
all fenced in. All offers considered.
(940)433-2536, (940)393-2040.
Lots
LOTS, 2 ACRE & 1.6 ACRE
Skyview Ranch, FM 407, Northwest
ISD. All utilities, last lots available.
(817)498-7996.
Mobile Homes
2004 DOUBLE WIDE
on 1 acre in Rhome. $72,000.00
Call Ms. Cox, (469)556-7644 or
email at Number9ranch@aol.com.
3-BEDROOM STARTER HOME
Home has new carpet, appliances &
fenced backyard! $0/down w/pay-
ments less than rent & no credit
needed! (817)501-8483.
4/2 DOUBLE WIDE
by owner. On 1 acre, Boyd area.
$69,000. For more information, call
(940)433-2408.
BRING THE KIDS!
Large 4-bedroom country home on
1+ acre. Home has oversized family
room & fenced yard! $0/down &
owner assisted financing.
(817)501-8483.
ENERGY EFFICIENT
3/2/2 detached garage, landscaped,
FHA approved, new carpet & more.
Decatur ISD. Re-reduced! $79,900.
Call for appointment,
(903)364-2373.
FREE ESTIMATES
Move, set-ups, re-levels. In & out of
state. Licensed, bonded, insured.
Repos. RBMobileHomes.com,
(940)683-5547. RBI #36191.
FSBO IN NEW FAIRVIEW
Decatur ISD, 4-bedroom, 2-bath,
28x70; newer roof, water heater;
26x28 carport; 16x20 shop w/loft on
cement; large deck; 1 acre fenced;
super-sized driveway. Needs TLC.
$38,500, cash. Relocating. Call
(940)577-2742, (940)210-6586.
MOBILE HOME FORECLOSURE
sale. 2000 Palm, 28x60, 3/2,
$29,900. 1998 Redman, 4/2, 28x76,
$36,900. Price includes delivery.
We buy/sell/trade. (817)946-7685.
REPO SALE
3/2 double wide, Bridgeport, $20k
on rented lot. 28x50, 3/2, $22k de-
livered/set. 16x80, 3/2, $16k. R&B
Mobile Homes, (940)683-5547.
This newspaper will not know-
ingly accept any advertising for
real estate which is in violation of
the law. Our readers are hereby
informed that all dwellings adver-
tised in this newspaper are available
on an equal opportunity basis. To
complain of discrimination call
HUD toll-free at
1-800-669-9777. The
toll-free telephone
number for the
hearing impaired is
1-800-927-9275. EQUAL HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY
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Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to
5:30 p.m.
Classified Advertising Policy
Classified ads for the Sunday/Thurs-
day edition are $12 per week for 20
words or less (each additional word is
Deadlines 60¢). Run the same ad in Classified
Classifieds: Gold for an additional $8 per week
Thursday Issue: 11:30 a.m. Tuesday (20 words or less; each additional
Sunday Issue: 11:30 a.m. Friday word is 40¢).
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• Business Opportunity • Childcare • Adult/Elderly Care • Farm Equipment • Fencing • Lawn & Garden Real Estate and Classified Display: Error Responsibility
• Employment Information • Business • Housecleaning • Livestock • Livestock Care/Training Thursday Issue: 3 p.m. Thursday Customers are asked to check their
• Adult/Elderly Care • Childcare • Let Me Fix It • Miscellaneous • Livestock Lost & Found Sunday Issue: 3 p.m. Tuesday ad immediately after it appears in the
Classified Gold: 3 p.m. Wednesday paper and report at once any error
• Food Service • Medical/Dental • Tutoring • Livestock Stud Service • Livestock Supplies found. Claims for adjustment should
• Miscellaneous • Office • Retail/Sales • Miscellaneous • Mowing Special Offers be made at that time. The Wise
• Trades • Work Wanted • Pasture & Feed • Poultry Business Services: Place a paid ad for County Messenger is responsible for
four weeks in the Business Services an incorrect ad only the first time it
classification of the Wise County runs, so check your ads carefully.
Transportation Announcements Notices Messenger for $50. Receive a bold
heading and the fifth week is FREE. Classified Gold goes into 21,000 ad-
Run the same ad in Classified Gold for ditional homes.
an additional $32 for five weeks (price
based on 20 word or less ad). Payments
In person: 115 S. Trinity St., Decatur
For Sale: Place a paid ad with a bold By Mail: Wise County Messenger
headline for two weeks for $25, and P.O. Box 149
if you don’t sell your item at the end Decatur, TX 76234-0149
• Boats • Cars • Card of Thanks • Legal Notices of two weeks, you’ll receive the next
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• Trucks • Accessories • Trailers • Lost & Found Classified Gold for an additional $16 for
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EMPLOYMENT
WILLIAMS MOBILE HOME SERV. 3-bedroom, 1-bath duplex, brick,
Best deal on moving, set up & trim CH/A; washer/dryer, water, trash
outs. Bonded, licensed & insured. pick-up included, storage building, Mobile Homes
(940)433-3117. fenced. 13 miles NE of Decatur.
$725/month. (940)466-9702. Decatur, 2/2 mobile on private set-
RENTALS ting. Small pets only. $750/month 47 US Hwy. 380 • Bridgeport
Duplex for lease. Decatur, 3/2/1, plus deposit. 3 large horse turnouts
• Apartments • Business 410 W. Brady. No smoking/pets. available. $100/month each. 940-683-3733
Property • Condos/Town Very nice. $850/month, $600/de- (817)307-0039.
Homes • Duplex Housing
• Homes • Mobile Homes •
posit. (940)577-2488.
For lease, 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath. Now Hiring:
Rooms • Roommate Wanted $600/month + deposit. No pets, ref-
• Spaces & Lots • For Lease •
Wanted to Rent • Wanted to Homes erences required. (940)433-8774.
Daytime & Night
Lease • Facilities • Storage
Buildings
Spaces & lots
Shifts Available
Apartments
SUNSET RV PARK
Centrally located between Decatur,
2/1 APARTMENT Bridgeport, Bowie on Highway 287. Apply
“Timeless Elegance” Full hook-ups, free laundry, free
1301 Cates, Bridgeport. Ready to
move in! $615/month. Cannon Prop- wireless internet. (940)845-2007. within
erty Management, (817)929-5910.
www.cannonrealty.net
For lease
Business property 5 ACRES FOR LEASE ON HIGH- Greenwood Grocery & Grill is seek-
WAY 380. CALL (940)627-6362. ing full & part-time employees. Must
be honest, dependable, with refer-
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY 405 W. Oak ences, Christian environment. Appli-
for lease. FM 51 South frontage, $995/month, $800/deposit EMPLOYMENT
cations available at store, or send
50,000 square foot yard, 2,400 Ready Sept. 1
• Business Opportunity resume to P.O. Box 583, Green-
square foot home/office. 402 E. Pecan • Employment Information wood, TX 76227.
$3,000/month. (940)577-1413. $1,190/Month, $800/deposit
Ready Now! EMPLOYMENT • Adult/Elderly Care
• Childcare
ED
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY • Food Service • Medical/
Office/retail space. 1,000-7,000
square feet
(940)627-2510.
for lease.
205 W. Ash
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$1,300/Month, $800/deposit
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E. Pecan
L202ES. Stratton
Dental • Miscellaneous
• Office • Retail/Sales
• Trades • Work Wanted Sean’s
For lease: 40x45’ workshop on ce-
$1,190/Month,
A S
$800/deposit
ED Business opportunity Mesquite
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$1,190/Month, $800/deposit
ment slab, electricity, 2 roll-up
doors, in Newark. $700/month, All homes are 3/2/2, Need extra $$$$$. Become an Avon
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$350/deposit. (817)296-9997. lawn care included. representative. $10 gets you
started! For info, call Terri Bishop, NOW HIRING
817-825-4647 ®
MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE
(940)627-7294, (214)336-5271.
Condos, town homes All Positions
FOR LEASE Employment information
Beautiful lakeview condo in Run-
away Bay. 2-bedroom, 2-bath, all
2-bedroom, 1-bath, 900 square foot • Waitresses
guest house with all appliances,
appliances included. $800/month covered parking, water, trash pick
!!ATTENTION!! • Line Servers
plus deposit. No pets, no smoking. Advertising under this classifica-
(972)380-8939.
up. No smoking, no pets.
tion is normally not a bona fide • Cashiers
$650/month. (940)391-0425.
opportunity. Typically, compa-
nies advertising here offer infor-
• Dishwashers
For rent, 1,500 square feet at beau- mation about potential employ- Starting Pay $6.55-7.50
Duplexes tiful Silver Lakes Ranch, northwest ment. Some are selling this infor- • Dependable • Strong Work Ethic
of Sunset, 3-bedroom, 2-bath, living mation. We suggest that our
• Drug Screening
**NOW IN BRIDGEPORT** & kitchen furnished. Call for more readers thoroughly investigate
Lovely & spacious duplexes, 3-bed- details. (214)676-6106.
room, 2-bath. $795/month & up with
these advertisers before invest-
ing any money.
Apply in person
$450/deposit. Vaulted ceilings, cov- GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD See Manager for Details
ered porch, appliances & 3/2, recently updated, Decatur, 401 N. Hwy 287, Decatur
washer/dryer connections. close to schools, great for family. Childcare
(817)270-HOME.
www.rhinopropertygroup.com.
Immediate move-in. (940)399-9282,
(940)399-9289. Decatur Academy for Children, Inc.
940-627-7227
is interviewing experienced caregiv-
ers. Full & part-time positions avail- Taking applications for assistant
RHOME PROFESSIONAL OFFICES able. Must have a High School Di-
ploma. Please call Lindsy or Gina at
manager. Apply at Diamond Super-
market, Bridgeport, TX.
(940)626-4444.
Food service Medical/Dental
Veterinary Technician for small ani-
Huddle House now hiring servers &
mal hospital. Minimum 1-year veteri-
cooks. competitive pay. Apply
nary hospital experience. Good
Office Space plus Executive Suites within, Highway 287, Decatur.
benefits. No traffic. Fax resume to
Need experienced meat cutter. Ap- Ponder Veterinary Hospital at
Rent 1 office or 5 for flat rate ply at Diamond Supermarket, (940)479-2675 or email
Bridgeport. (940)683-2300. spiracirca@earthlink.net.
• NOW LEASING •
For More information, Contact
Allen Arnold at MEDICAL SECRETARY
800 US 287 • Rhome, Texas 76078 Busy pediatric office growing again.
817-501-8410
Busy phone/verification/receptionist.
Bi-lingual a plus. Send resume to
Judy at
KAY MOORE
817-343-0484
kay@kaymoore.com
940-627-8055
PARADISE ON 5 ACRES
Very clean and newly remodeled home that sits on 5 acres with
trees. This home has been tape, bedded & textured throughout.
Lindsey State Jail
Homey feeling with the open concept, large living area, large
master bedroom, jacuzzi tub, separate sinks, 20x13 garage/shop
with electricity.
LARGE HOME ON 1 ACRE
Need lots of room and reasonably priced? This is it! This
Job Fair
3/2/2CP on 1 acres is right for you. Home offers two living
areas, formal dining, split bedrooms. This home is super
clean, large fenced in backyard.
EASY TO GET LAZY IN PARADISE
It’s True. It’s Real. It’s available now in Paradise. 3 bedroom,
Wednesday, August 6
1.5 bath and anxious owner ready to deal! Take advantage of
2.8 acres with a 3X40 insulated shop.
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
REDUCED FOR QUICK MOVE FOR BRIDGEPORT
This home is ready for a owner. 4 bedroom on 2 fenced acres, ready for any type of animal. Split
bedrooms, large master bedroom and bath, open living and kitchen. Fenced yard with nice front porch.
New carpet and ready to go. No restrictions. This home has appraisal, survey and engineers report. It will
North Texas Work Force Center
go FHA. This home could close quick.
OAK HILLS ESTATES IN PARADISE
1810 S. FM 51 • Decatur
Lots still available. Call for lot sizes and prices.
Benefits available after 60 days
Each office independently owned and operated
www.localwiserealtors.com * Health * Dental * Vision * 401(k)

Trinity Care
Center
Now taking
applications for
RNs, LVNs, CNAs,
Certified Medication Aide,
Housekeeping
PRN & Full-time
Contact Connie Cantrell, LVN, ADON
Please come by Trinity Care Center to
complete an application.
Apply in person at
2108 15th St.
Bridgeport, TX
940-683-5023
RNs, LVNs & HHAs
Full-Time & Part-Time
Guardian Healthcare, a
leading provider of home
health care services in
Texas, is seeking your
clinical expertise for the
Decatur, Bridgeport and
Boyd areas.
Vist our website at
GuardMyHealth.com
Guardian offers a
competitive compensation
plan, travel reimbursement,
generous bonus plan,
401(k), health insurance,
and comprehensive
training programs.
Please forward resume to
employment@ghchinc.com
or fax: 214-491-4906
Home health agency seeks respon-
sible caring adults to help with daily
living tasks. Wise County openings.
Please contact Betty,
1(800)866-6705.
West Fork Tank Trucks, Inc.
Accepting applications for experienced drivers
and mechanics. Drivers must have Class A CDL
plus tanker endorsement, good driving record,
must pass drug test. Pick up application at office.
259 CR 1510, Bridgeport
940-683-1027
ESSI Staffing Service
Now hiring for multiple shifts for industrial positions in the Alliance Area
Material Handlers * Order Pullers * Shipping & Receiving
Pay rate is $9.50 per hour
We offer
Competitive Weekly Pay
Direct Deposit
Temp to Perm Positions
Flexible Scheduling
Payday Loans
We Require All Applicants:
To Pass a Drug Screen & Background Check
Must Have a High School Diploma or GED
Provide Own Reliable Transportation
Be eligible to work in US
Contact us today at 817-536-6556 office
The Most Established Oilfield Company
In the Area is Looking for Experienced
Drivers to Join our Professional Team
of Service Providers In Our Bridgeport,
Weatherford & Cleburne Yards.
Class A CDL + Tanker endorsement required
Clean driving record
“Serving the Area for Over 32 Years”
• Competitive pay based
on experience
• Night shift premium
• Drive late model
equipment
• Local company
• Safety Bonuses
• Paid vacations
• Group health insurance
• Retirement plan
APPLY IN PERSON:
Bridgeport Tank Trucks
601 Hwy. 380 • Bridgeport, Texas
ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, July 31, 2008 15
EMPLOYMENT
Wise Hope Shelter seeks part-time Drivers needed for end dumps &
Miscellaneous
caseworker. $9/hour. Must be avail-
able to work all shifts if needed. Will Decatur Shell vacuum trucks, local hauling, paid
hourly. Call Marvin, (940)389-2579;
train. Send resume to wcdvtf@em- (940)577-5847.
DEPENDABLE GENERAL
ASSEMBLY HELP WANTED.
barqmail.com or call (940)626-4585.
Wanted: Satellite dish installer. Ex-
No experience necessary. Must be
Office Diamond Tank Rental perience required. 1(800)662-1396
willing to work & follow directions. (940)567-2205.
$9/hour start. Call (940)433-8013
for interview. APPOINTMENT SETTER
NOW
Dock clerk for distribution center in
Keller area. Base + weekly bonus.
Seasonal, full-time. Excellent com-
Now Hiring HIRING
Alvord, TX. Independent worker with
munication skills. Resume to Traci Cashiers Class A CDL Drivers
little need for direct supervision. Re-
sponsibilities include inventory,
at (817)380-6125
All Shifts w/Flatbed Experience.
or TFabian@KayPierceFR.com
housekeeping, shop maintenance, Competitive hourly pay,
some customer service ant ability to Starting pay $7.50/hr
check up delivery routes every eve- Retail/Sales Late model equipment.
ning. Benefits available after 90 Apply in Person
days. If interested contact Reddy No tarping
Ice, (800)336-2344. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact Clint
STORE MANAGER Home Most Every Night
1306 E. Business 380
Free conversational English
classes. Call (940)627-1912.
OPPORTUNITY FOR
RETAIL SALESPERSON Decatur
940-969-2028
Full or part-time Jack-of-all-trades.
Furnishing and drapery manufactur-
at Decatur Store
ing company seeking a multi-skilled Computer experience a must. CHANEY TRUCKING
TANGLEWOOD
craftsman. Experience in wood Cellular phone & retail Looking for safe, dependable, Class
works, welding, carpentry, uphol- A CDL drivers with 1-year verifiable
stery, general machinery, and other
experience a plus. Some experience. Peterbilt trucks, paid
general maintenance skills. Heavy training required. health insurance, matching 401k, Oil Field Service
lifting required. Open interviews vacation, home every night. Call
conducted on Monday, July 28,
Rick’s Electronics 1(800)448-6323, Mon.-Fri., Now Hiring
800-662-1396
Aug. 4 & 11 at 106 W. Walnut, De-
catur from 10a.m.-4p.m. or 940-567-2205
8a.m.-5p.m.
JM Materials, the rock company that
Drivers
Full-time showroom/warehouse
cares about you. Your experience is
6 months tanker experience needed.
manager. Interior design firm needs Circle S-Phillips 66 accepting appli-
a smart, multi-tasker with excellent cations for full-time position. Apply our gain and your opportunity. Night Shift only.
office & computer skills. Job con- in person, 1210 S. FM 51, Decatur. Home nights, 24% based on experi-
sists of many responsibilities and re- ence. Insurance available, multiple Call Randy
quires physical labor. Excellent work Diamond W Truckstop and Dry
Creek Store in Bridgeport, full-time
bonus programs, holiday pay, vaca-
tion and sick pay. Must have good
940-210-9129
references required. (940)577-1000.
cashiers needed. Apply in person. MVR, be 23-years-old and have a
Part-time cook and housekeeping, Serious applicants only. NO Class A CDL. We will train. Call for
weekends required. Apply in person details and appointment,
LO
DRUGS!
to 601Old Base Road, Aurora, TX. (940)427-2033.
(817)489-5150, www.mdresort.com.
Part-time evenings, experienced of-
Trades ELECTRICIANS
fice cleaners. Bridgeport area. Great
Hair stylist needed. We can’t han-
Immediate openings for experi-
enced journeyman electrical helpers
TRANSPORT, INC
pay. Cell (214)535-8738.
TEXASCRAFT.COM
Office assistant. Phone/internet cus-
dle all the business! Commission or
lease. Call (940)433-3030.
& residential
(940)389-5588.
wiremen.
Now Hiring Class A
tomer service. Order processing.
Product packaging. Will train. Call:
They are
CDL Drivers
(817)489-3066 or send resume to • Must have clean MVR
P.O. Box 855, Rhome, TX 76078.
Upholstery position. Full or
out there. • Be able to pass drug screen/physical
• Weekly pay with benefits of medical, dental, vision, life
part-time. Experience a must. Call
(940)577-1111. We can help insurance.
WELDERS HELPERS, PAINTERS
HELPERS& WASH BAY ATTEN- you find them. • Starting pay 24% of gross
DANTS • Attendance bonus up to 2% per week
Adjutant General's Department, Place your employment ad in the Classifieds!
TX-RSMS, 748 E. McLeroy Blvd.,
Saginaw, TX 76179; (817)232-5690,
extension 1855, Mon.-Fri. Shift work
required. Prepping and/or painting
Wise County Messenger www.wcmessenger.com 940-683-5286
military vehicles, 6-months experi-
ence, tools provided. State of
Texas. Benefits. EOE, DRUG
FREE.
www.agd.state.tx.us/human%2Dre-
sources/state-jobs2.htm
Leading tank truck company is seeking experienced
DRIVERS
for three of its locations.
CDL + Tanker endorsement required.
Excellent pay & benefits including Health, Dental, Life, Retention
Bonus plus matching 401(k). Call or apply in person at:
17709 Hwy 380 W. 902 S. Main St. 189 Bearcat Rd.
Ponder, TX 76259 Jacksboro, TX 76458 Aledo, TX 76008
940-482-9670 940-567-2887 817-441-2687
940-389-5772 940-391-9444 940-391-9071
Juan Mercer Shannon Swanson Paul Carter
Come Drive The Future...
Be A School Bus Driver
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
Great For Stay At Home Moms, Dads And Retirees
Durham School Services is looking for
individuals who are interested in training to
become a school bus driver. We offer
Competitive Wages, Free Training, Insurance
Benefit Options, 401(k) and Profit Sharing
Plans and Unemployment Benefits.
!! Ask about our hire on bonus !!
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL
940-242-3900 OR JUST APPLY IN PERSON Join our team...
AT 1950 TEXAN Dr. • JUSTIN, TEXAS
Durham School Services Perform Drug and Alcohol Testing, DENTON STATE SCHOOL
Motor Vehicle and Background Checks You Can Make a Difference in People’s Lives
Now Hiring:
RNs and LVNs
Chief Nurse Executive
Nurse Educator
Physician
Medical Director
Dentist
Associate Psychologist
Data Analyst
Direct Care (Mental Retardation
Assistants)
Cook
Motor Vehicle Technician
Apply Online at:
www.careersatdads.com
Denton State School Excellent Benefits
3980 State School Rd. Retirement
401(k), INSURANCE, Denton, TX 76202
940-591-3364
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Vacation
TTY 1-866-839-2727 Up to 14 Holidays
HOLIDAY & VACATION PAY
CDL Preferred EEO/ADA Employer
16 ALL AROUND WISE, Decatur, Texas, Thursday, July 31, 2008

FARM AND MERCHANDISE

SERVICES RANCH FOR SALE TRANSPORTATION

SERVICES RUSSELL’S
Home Improvements Tutoring Livestock lost and found Garage sales
& Repair
• Childcare

SERVICES
• Adult/Elderly Care
• Business
All Types of GUITAR LESSONS
Country, rock & blues. Kenny Smith,
Found: stray Jersey bull, 3 miles
south of Decatur. Call to describe,
!!ATTENTION!!
Garage sale ads must be called in
• Housecleaning
• Let Me Fix It Remodeling (940)433-5833. pay for ad & take home, etc.
(940)627-2102.
BEFORE 11a.m. Tuesday to run in
the Thursday edition. If you want
• Miscellaneous
• Tutoring Repairs Large or Small FARM AND RANCH your garage sale ad in All Around
Add-ons, Decks And More Wise also, it MUST be called in be-
Livestock stud service fore 11a.m. Friday THE WEEK BE-
• Farm Equipment • Fencing

Adult/Elderly care
Call FARM AND • Lawn & Garden • Livestock
• Livestock Care/Training NEED REG. BLACK ANGUS
FORE the sale. We do not run ga-
rage sales the weekend before the
940-627-6947 or RANCH sale.
940-389-4943
• Livestock Lost & Found
• Livestock Stud Service
bull for stud service. Call
(940)433-8178.
From
CNA/HHA. I care for elderly in your
home. Flexible schedule. No lifting.
• Livestock Supplies
• Miscellaneous • Mowing $688 down
Hourly rates. Call Deborah, • Pasture & Feed • Poultry Mowing
(940)644-2277.
Miscellaneous 3 FAMILY TTL

Business
Farm Equipment FIREFIGHTER TRACTOR SERV.
Tractor mowing, plowing & dirt work.
GARAGE SALE Se habla español
BASIC PAINTING Remember
1986 FORD 6600
Bobby, (817)845-1054; or Jon,
(817)291-3955. MOVING SALE
tractor, good condition. $5,500.
re
Buy Hee
Power wash & paint exteriors.
(817)343-4184.

BOBCAT & SKID LOADER

627-SLAB
For all your concrete needs!
(214)244-0506 or (817)371-2452.

Case International 2394 tractor, late

1970’s/early 1980’s model, 6-cylin- Klean Kut
ONE DAY ONLY
Saturday, August 2
8 A.M. until 3 P.M.
Pay He
r

work. Dump trailer available to haul

dirt. Very reasonable rates.
(940)389-8004.
der, 160 HP, looks like new, air,
AM/FM, 6-speed power shift, dual
wheels w/new treads, $5,000. Case
Lawn Care
Mowing • Edging • Trimming
Red Shop
Hwy 114 & Mimosa Dr
Financiamos
WE FINANCE
584, 4-cylinder, 70 HP, older tractor, Paradise, Texas
JERRY’S PAVING $5,000. (940)644-2448. Commercial or Residential
since 1976. Residential/commercial. Furniture, Household Items
Brush Hog Mowing Men, Women, Kids Clothing,
New asphalt, repair overlay, re- OCEAN FREIGHT CONTAINERS
Insured
Recreational vehicles
moval. Offering new process base New & used. Water tight & rodent Toys, Knickknacks, Books
stabilization. Jerry, (817)690-6849;
office, (817)975-8753.
proof. Larry Singley, (817)992-9122. Kenny Moran 1990 ES 250 Lexus 1989 CARRILITE
Insist on Quality Cell 817-247-9965 View House & Shop for sale. 32 foot 5th wheel, CH/A, good con-
ROCK HAULER INSURANCE
New preferred truck insurance pro-
gram for rock, sand & gravel haul-
Concrete, Inc.
Ty Kennedy 940-627-SLAB
Fencing
BOBBY’S FENCE
Office 940-433-5470 Call 940-393-0742 for directions. dition. $6,795. (940)389-5850.
1999 HARLEY DAVIDSON
Dyna Wide Glide. 18,500 miles,
ers. Low down & monthly payments,
0% interest payment plan, fleet dis- FREE ESTIMATES All types fencing. Free estimates. Pasture and feed high performance cam & air system,
Over 25-years experience. Decatur, Decatur Acres, FM 2264 Vance Hines pipes, windshield, sad-
counts, TxDot filings. All driving re- east to Mockingbird, 143 Clover dlebags, lots of extra chrome.
cords accepted. (877)INS-QUOTE, (817)444-3213. CUSTOM HAY BALING
Lane. Fri.-Sat., Aug. 1-2, 8am. $13,500. (940)399-8208.
(877)467-7868. North Decatur, Alvord, Allison,
CHRISTIAN COWBOY FENCING Teaching tools, electronics, furni- COUGAR 5TH WHEEL
CONSTRUCTION

Slidell, Krum areas. Coastal round

4G’s
Barbed wire, horse & goat. New ture, shop miscellaneous, much 311 RLS, 2008 floor plan, titled
bales only. Will consider shares.
Housecleaning fence & repairs. Steve, cell, more. 2007, living area super-slide, bed-
(940)389-1400, (940)627-7186.
(817)360-6385; home, room slide, center entry, warranty,
(940)626-4660. FERTILIZED COASTAL new condition. $25,000.
TODAY’S TOUCH CLEANING large square, $6/each; large round,
Care. Bonded. Residential only. FARM & RANCH FENCING $45/each. Clean. (940)394-6027.
Miscellaneous (940)627-7016.
(940)210-1726. Pipe & cable, non-climb, barbed
wire entrances, solar gate opera- FERTILIZED COASTAL FRESH FROZEN ORGANIC Pickups/Vans/SUVs
PRE-ENGINEERED tors, repairs. Jim at (940)367-7505. round bales. 2007, $25/bale; 2008, purple hulled peas. $5/quart.
Let me fix it METAL BUILDINGS $35/bale. (817)268-0160. (817)891-0978. 1992 CHEVROLET
Clearspan Buildings
G&L CUSTOM BALING S-10 Blazer 4x4. $1,800/OBO.
A+ HANDYMAN SERVICE
Up to 200 Feet Lawn and garden Round & square bales. (940)389-1312.
General home repair/maintenance, SPRING SPECIALS! Boyd/Briar/Reno area. Also, coastal TANK BATTERY FOR SALE
auto tune-ups, lawnmower/tiller • Commercial Buildings hay for sale. (817)320-1993 or Two 210 bbl stock tanks and one
tune-ups. Fence, sprinkler mainte- • Churches • Airplane Hangars vertical 2 phase separator. Tanks 1996 FORD F250
• Mini Warehouses • Schools (817)320-8937.
nance/repair. 30+ years experi- built and set in 1977. Located just diesel, $3,500/OBO; and 3/4 ton
• Barns • Riding Arenas
ence. Dependable, trustworthy. Call HAY FOR SALE outside Bridgeport. For more infor- Chevy pickup bed trailer, toolboxes,
Wheat hay: last year’s, $20; this pipe rack, $900. (940)393-2715.
Karl, (817)995-7960, Call George year’s, $30. Fertilized coastal: last
mation, call Rob at (214)507-6280.
(940)627-1115. 2004 LIMITED FORD EXPLORER
940-393-2148 year’s, $25; this year’s, $30. Small Clean, 4-door, 4.0 liter V-6 Flex Fuel
AIRWORKS BY SCOTT or Tim square bales, $4.50. 100k, fully loaded nonsmoking vehi-
TWO 27” TVS
Mobile home & residential AC & (817)683-6782. cle, leather interior. $9,750.
heating, repair, installation. 10% dis- 940-393-2239 LARGE ROUND BALES
good condition, $50/each. Bunk bed
w/desk & shelf ends, like new, $150. (817)897-2317.
count age 65 & older.
$45/each. Highly fertilized. Call Two oak entertainment centers, ex- FORD F-250
TACLB017017E. (817)724-8680. ALUMINUM CANS (940)627-5550. cellent condition, $75/each. HP PSC Super duty 7.3 liter diesel, tow
70¢/lb. We buy copper, brass, alu- 1350 printer, new, $25. HP 610C
BRICK WORK ✮✮COASTAL HORSE HAY✮✮ package, A/C, power windows &
minum, insulated wire, long & short printer, like new, $25.
any type. Small or large jobs. Spe- locks, AM/FM 6-CD. Never a work
iron. S&S Recycling, Bowie, 2008 square bales in barn, fertilized, (940)841-3034.
cializing in mailboxes, flower truck. $10,500. (214)734-2825.
(940)872-1998. clean. No minimum. Between Al-
beds/planter boxes, cracks. Free vord/Decatur. Delivery available. 1999 Ford Explorer XLS A/C, CD,
estimates. (940)427-2190. (817)991-7625, (940)627-2813. $4,650/OBO. 1996 Ford E350 box
CLOTHING ALTERATIONS A-1 outdoor handyman. Landscap- USED I-BEAMS
repairs & embroidery/monogram- ing, masonry, fencing, home re- truck, $3,500/OBO. Call
2 3/8” pipe, $1.40/foot, 25’ long. 4”
ming at the What Not Shop Craft pairs/improvements, yard work, flag- PETS (940)466-9676.
pipe, $4.70/foot, 45’ long.
Mall, 110 W. Walnut, Decatur. stone, ponds/waterfalls, bush hog- Pets
HAIL
(940)566-5307. 2003 SATURN VUE
(940)627-8400. ging, odd jobs. Free advice/consul- • Pets 77K miles, 4-cylinder, auto, great
tations. William Osteen, • Pets Lost & Found economy SUV. $8000.
FORK LIFTS SOLD • Pet Care/Training
(940)255-2639.
DAMAGE?
Super Roofing Sale
& repaired. Hydraulic cylinders &
pumps rebuilt. (817)614-6730. LONE OAK LANDSCAPING
PETS • Pet Stud Services WHEELCHAIR LIFTS
Ramps, repairs, batteries. New &
(817)713-5326.
1984 GMC PICKUP
used scooters. MedCare Solutions, runs good; rebuild transmission,
$115/sq. - 20 yr. Warranty Personalized landscape plans,
2301 WW Ray Circle, #1, Bridge- heads, brakes within last 3,500
20-years experience. Plants fur-
$130/sq. - 30 yr. Warranty Overall Remodeling nished, you plant or we plant. Sod,
port; call Matt, (940)575-9261. miles. $1,500. See at 615 Lanai,
Kitchens, Baths & More! tree work, decks/patios/walls. Runaway Bay.
Includes Everything
We Also Do All Types of Construction (940)389-1778. Pets 2003 TOYOTA SEQUOIA
XBOX with 31 games and 2 control- fully loaded, leather interior, V-8,
FREE ESTIMATES
TREES TRIMMED & REMOVED ers $300. Call (940)389-3708. very clean, really nice. Will make
!!ATTENTION!!
940-210-8170 36 years in business, insured. We suggest that our readers thor- gas allowance. (940)433-8011.
(817)444-0861, Teater. oughly investigate any advertiser 1970 CHEVROLET PICKUP
before investing any money. Musical CST, refinished, air, R400, show

Master
Handypersons
Painting (Interior/Exterior/Fauxs)
Carpentry, Cabinets, Tile and
Antique Restoration
Livestock
BOER GOATS
CKC MINIATURE SCHNAUZER
puppies, 6-weeks-old. 3 males,
$300/each; 4 females, $350/each. 1
BABY GRAND PIANO
Bluthner, black, excellent condition,
2 pedal. $4,000/OBO.
winner. $14,000. (940)627-1869.

Chihuahua, 6-weeks-old, female,

Len Roy Don Builders 817-565-5731 Nannies & billies, 4-months-old.
$300. (940)748-2136, (940)627-7892.
Home Repairs • Updates Cell 817-565-5734 Four 100% billies to be registered. 3
adult nannies, one is registered. (940)389-3089.
Sheetrock Repairs
K
LOO ur New Construction (940)231-3858. FEMALE BLOODHOUND TRANSPORTATION
fo r o s
S ystem Patios & Decks Puppies, AKC registered, de-
ti
Ins
c
Sep talled ad Garage Conversions
Shops • Barns Williams’ Hauling BUY & SELL & TRADE
All classes of horses. All riding
wormed, first shots. (940) 393-6381. • Boats
Fencing • Welding
& Tractor Works horses sold, 72 hour unconditional GERMAN ROTTWEILERS
• Cars
• Recreational Vehicles
Carpentry
Custom Woodwork
Tractor & Backhoe
• Brushhog & Finish Mowing
• Blading, Plowing & Tilling
guarantee.
(940)644-5956.
(940)224-1470, $300/each. Registered, parents on
site. (940)799-7541.
TRANSPORTATION • Trucks
• Accessories
Service • Trailers
• Backhoe work, driveways RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK
C BAR M TACK • Wanted to Buy
• Dirt, sand & gravel hauling puppies for sale. CKC registered.
Roy & Reyn • Land Clearing AND FEED STORE
Reynolds (940)391-9056.
• All types cleanup & haul-offs 143 CR3496, Decatur, TX. Riding
35 Years Experience • Quality work, fair pricing horses and colts for sale. View pic-
tures at www.cbarm.net. Pets lost and found Boats
Direct Mobile 817-366-7990 James Williams Cash/checks/credit cards. Buy/trade
for your livestock or saddles.
Also see our ad for
Budget Septic Systems Installed 940-399-9138
Insured
(817)929-3612. Found: female Terrier puppy,
Preskitt/Deer Park area. Call
2003 Nitro NX750SC
115 Mercury EFI, trailer w/spare,
LLAMAS (940)627-6727. good condition, less than 50 hours,
SILVER LAKES PLUMBING
weanlings (6-months-old), adults, $12,500. $1,500 below blue book
All services, new in the area. Will fi- YOUR JUNK IS MY TREASURE
nance jobs over 8 hours. Serving Free scrap pick up. I also pick up bred females, guardians & pet qual- MERCHANDISE FOR SALE value. (940)841-3034.
Wise County. (214)676-6106. trash/haul off. (940)627-7031. ity. We provide training & support
for new owners. (940)433-5897. • Appliances
• Clothing/Jewelry
MERCHANDISE • Furniture
2001 MASTERCRAFT PRO STAR
low hours. $30,000/firm.
Livestock care/training

BJW Construction
• Garage Sales
FOR SALE • Firewood
• Miscellaneous
(940)627-9981.

C BAR M FEED STORE • Auctions

143 CR4396, Decatur, TX. Open Cars
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WISE COUNTY MILITARY CROSSWORD

Trimble Cemetery receives Historic
Texas Cemetery designation
The Texas Historical Commission
recently designated Trimble Cem-
etery as a Historic Texas Cemetery.
The distinction means the cemetery
has been legally recorded through the
THC’s Historic Cemetery Program
as an important step in ensuring its
preservation.
The designation is reserved for cem-
eteries that are at least 50 years old
and document through the Historic
BRIEF SOLUTION
Texas Cemeteries process to record Marshall
their historic association and signifi-
cance.
completes training
Rosalie Gregg, Wise County Histor- Navy Seaman Apprentice
ical Commission chair, gives Donald Derek W. Marshall recently com-
Brown of Decatur credit for making pleted U.S. Navy basic training
the designation possible. at Recruit Training Command
A dedication ceremony will be held in Great Lakes, Ill. Marshall is a
after the historical marker is re- 2006 graduate of Bridgeport High
ceived. School. He is the son of Laura K.
Marshall of Bridgeport.

Supplemental disaster programs require crop insurance ...

Continued from 10
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The Livestock Indemnity
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mortality was also autho-
rized in the Farm Bill. This
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insurance or NAP coverage.
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ing signup information, will
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quirements exist for disas-
ter programs eligibility.
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the local FSA office in Deca-

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Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. WICHITA FALLS 94/73
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Normal high/low 95°/74° JACKSBORO
Average temperature 87.8° 100/77 BRIDGEPORT
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DENTON
Precipitation (in inches) GRAHAM 97/79
MCKINNEY 98/75
Total for the week 0.00” 101/76 99/75
Total for the month 0.04” RHOME
Total for the year 18.35”

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2.24”
21.65”
MINERAL WELLS
98/78
30

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DALLAS
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102/76
98/77
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CLEBURNE
98/76
WAXAHACHIE
99/76
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Jacksboro 20 3.85 none
99/73 GLEN ROSE
98/80

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Big Sandy Creek
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ATHENS
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Thursday 5:38 a.m. 8:13 p.m.
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RHOME

Keeping
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Messenger photo by Joe Duty

Rhome residents Brook Owen and Dylynn Welland, 10, splash Ashlee Nagle, 13, with a water balloon at an end-of-summer water playday that was held by the Rhome Volunteer Fire
Department Saturday.

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