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Business Briefs for May 15
Ceremonial groundbreaking held for senior facility
Bull riding event local impact is significant
Howard has family ties with her new business
Bridgeport holds onto tax lead
Are you tough enough to wear pink?
Auto registrations fall again in March
Messenger wins top awards
Building totals increase
Dunn joins Boyd bank
Cattle workshop to be held April 22 and May 7
Banking on a new building
Auto registrations fall sharply in February
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Bridgeport takes sales tax lead
Chambers help host convention
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Guitar brings top dollar at auction
Decatur takes the lead in county sales tax reveune
EnCana donates defibrillators
Auto registrations up over January 2007
Devon Energy posts record earnings
Charity bowling game to be held in Denton
Johnson named ranch's top chef
James Wood gives away a truck
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Realtors honor Carla McGee
First Financial has increased earnings
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Development coming to DFW
Bridgeport earns most in sales tax
Bridgeport leads county in tax rebates
Press association to award scholarship
District to give 580 computers to students
Photographer's work exhibited in Florida
Cities set state tax rebate records
Wolf vying for pro rodeo career
Long named to bank board
Duty teaching course at Weatherford College
Brown earns car for top sales efforts
Wise auto registrations slip slightly in 2007
Bryan Angus bull is in spring report
Carter named to Aggie 100
Wise auto registrations low in November
Boots and Coots moves firefighting equipment here
Area Business Women to meet
Workforce Solutions names new director
Building permits net almost $3 million for fall
Bridgeport leads county in sales tax
WorkForce earns state award
Firm receives Aflac award
McElhaney named bank branch manager
Sherwood nominated for president's award
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Wise auto registrations up in October over '06
Devon Energy posts earnings increase
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Open house announced at new Christmas store
Bridgeport again leads in sales tax revenue for county
Deadline is near for NRCS program
Garrett Creek is going 'green'
Auto registrations improve from 2006 totals
Decatur ranch joins association
DATCU branches consolidating
Mustang auction to be held Oct. 11-14
Decatur ranch gets energy grant
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DATCU building earns 'hallelujah'
Cary Bohn walks in dad's footsteps
Sneak peek at Highland Oaks
Builder pleased with Wise move
Highland Oaks... at a glance
DATCU hosting ground breaking ceremony Sept. 25
MD Resort manager heads state association
Jones funeral home finalist in state competition
Auto registrations steady with 2006
City issues building permits
Wise Electric Co-op board stays the same
Academic advice
Brown celebrates 40 years in banking
Cantwell’s promotion is bittersweet
Hendershot receives magazine award
Twisted X Boots drops suit
Online service helps with local planning
Stallion buys Patriot Liquid
Ramada earns prestigious award
Bariatric program is club feature
Bridgeport continues monthly sales tax lead
Mixon completes leadership program
Loans available for water wells
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Vehicle registrations fall sharply in July
ABWN to meet in Bridgeport
Welcome to Decatur
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Moving to the next level
Bull riding event benefits area groups
Edward Jones earns national recognition
Bridgeport leads in sales tax revenue
First Financial Banks report quarterly earnings
Aldrich, Creme and Schneider named new VPs
June rains dampen new vehicle sales
Devon secures new line of credit
Legend Bank set to merge with area bank
ACME Brick: Temporarily Closing
Bridgeport bank celebrates its 100th anniversary
Bank official warns of scam
Federal agency offers funding
DATCU boosts building totals
Unemployment dips in Wise in April
Decatur residents earn accounting awards
Warnell wins big money
Wren joins law firm
Goss appointed cancer liaison for WRHS
Bridgeport has big sales tax rebate
First Financial Bank will build new branch on Hale
Stephens honored for year as president of state group
Auto registrations up sharply in May
New bank is locally owned
Decatur enjoys sales tax increase
Hendershot honored for outstanding sales
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Lemons joins Legend Bank
Embarq has a remarkable first year
Big donation
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Restaurants boost building total
Devon earnings slip from 2006
Puphal named marketing director
Jobless rate rises in February
Trey Hawkins will join Decatur staff
April registrations increase over 2006
Celebrating 100 Years: Justin State Bank
Bank facility has never left FM 156
Technology changes way bank does business
Young is third bank president
Customer appreciation to mark anniversary
Interim HealthCare opens local office
Klement dealerships receive President’s Award
County’s sales tax rebates remain strong
Wise Regional Health System honors volunteers
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Vehicle registrations flat in March
Vincent honored by investment firm
Main Street Homecare celebrates anniversary
Conservation program to help wildlife
Century 21 associates honored for sales
White is back in the saddle
Poco internship program has many success stories
Restaurant features a taste of Italy
Grants available for energy improvements
Majority of cities earn increased rebates
Edwards receives federal certification
Wood wants to expand used car lot
City enforcing sign ordinance
Imaging center opens in Wiley name
Jones ranked high in magazine poll
Better business seminar to be held March 20
Rescue loans can be trouble for homeowners
New Learning Ladder center hosts open house
Most have wrong idea about psych unit
Peterson to attend leadership forum
New vehicle sales flat in February
Merchants look back on Christmas
Gas firms form water conservation group
Devon earnings down slightly from 2005
Formula One raceway coming this spring
Unemployment drops in December
Flower Mound mom wins James Wood truck
Long qualifies for pro status
Read honored by RE/MAX
Edwards earns state certification
Bowyer promoted to bank president in Nacogdoches
Singleton’s bull named senior champ
Jones ranks high on best firms’ list
Health Care group will host Wellness clinic March 5
AFLAC agents named second-best in North Texas
Wise County auto registrations slip a little in January
Blake named vice president
Alvord receives late holiday gift
Banks show earnings boost
No change reported in unemloyment rates
Coat promotion helps local women
Bridgeport leads county in sales tax rebates
Dr. Neighbors heads state group
Boyd student designs card
Mother finds solice in retreat named for daughter
Go Texan – buy local wine
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Jones Family Funeral Home to host open house Sunday, Dec. 3
Teri Bland is choice to lead chamber of commerce
Wood expands to Bridgeport
Sales tax rebates continue to climb
Employee’s recipe selected for book
Jobless rate drops
Sales tax rebates on rise in county
Ford joins First Financial
September is slow month for construction
Christmas activities reviewed for merchants
Nodus again named to 'Aggie 100'
Leader of the year to be honored
Edwards receives state surveyors award
Top co-op man to retire
Cone touring Texas
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Barnett Shale alive and well
Kick it ... win it
Agency launches new Web site
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Sales tax rebates up significantly
Jobless rate decreases slightly
Restaurant celebrating 40 years of service
Sales tax rules for vehicles change
Keeping Uncle Sam out of the Barnett Shale
Atmos launches online toolkit
Livestock producers may receive monetary help
Vehicle sales sputter in August
Furniture built like you want
New owner gives Sunny Hills new look
Fit-N-Wise is adding classes to fall 2006 schedule
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Joe Neil and Marianne Henderson buy Radio Shack
Ground broken for new bank
Myers earns certification
Hospital welcomes sports medicine clinic
Benefit honors Eison's memory
Work program helps seniors
Merchants still upset over filming
Cook named to bank board
Building activity slows in city in July
Citywide garage sale is announced
Decatur leads way in sales tax rebates
Unemployment rises in June
Auto registrations increase from June
Energetic earnings
Bank may open by end of year
Main Street earns recognition
Christmas comes early for Wise cities
Son changes business name
Home builders to have open house
Maynard buys Decatur restaurant
Caregivers given support by Heritage Program
Unemployment increases slightly
Edward Jones earns highest ranking
Event to promote South Wise growth
Good attitude is key in life
Main Street merchants consider extended hours
Vehicle sales slip sharply in June
Radio Shack considers store a 'sign of success'
Devon completes Chief Oil and Gas purchase
Dealership wins prestigious award
Sales tax rebates increase
Building in the city is on the rise
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Vehicle sales in need of a tune up
Food retailer is looking for franchisee
Devon employees move into building
Water restrictions now mandatory
New aneurysm procedure performed at Wise Regional
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RGA celebrates in a big way
North Side Marina is ready for holiday crowd
Abbercromby Suites wins association award
Phone company dials up new name
Sales tax
Busy summer ahead for Main Street
New home permits head building report
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TXU plans help lower bills
Devon reports record earnings of $700 million
Auto sales still in a skid
Landmark set to be ready by early June
Wise Regional gets new CT scanner
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Construction begins on clubhouse
Land Bank stockholders receive payout
Sales tax rebates climb for most county cities
Residential permits lead Decatur total
DATCU gets new Hispanic honor
Devon lowers production estimates for first quarter
Respected developer coming to Wise
Vehicle registrations improve
Bull riding tickets to go on sale
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Weatherford College official promotes continuing education
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Have your lawn mower serviced at home
Super Sky Cycle
Bridgeport surges ahead in county sales tax rebate
How much home can you really afford?
Vehicle registrations up slightly
Celebrity roping to benefit buyers
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Study finds state commission is self-serving
Organize your life's paperwork
Texas searches for top older workers
Devon teams with Chinese for exploration
History to repeat itself at Warner Radio
Program gives patients new lease on life
Federal money going unclaimed
Lucrative opportunities for small businesses
Internet class
Devon Energy reports record earnings for 2005 fiscal year
Devon gives donation for Chico computers
Main Street program in transition
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Sponsors onboard for bull riding event
Wise auto registrations slip sharply in January
Booth spaces remain for home and lawn show
Legend Bank promotes Tolbert to assistant vice president
Rieger name returns to square
Legislation would help truckers
Tax pays off for cities
Cannon takes reins of Realtor association
Jobless rate: 3.9%
Main Street director updates merchants
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Lowe's is welcomed
First State Bank coming to Paradise
Extreme generosity
EDC delays funding decision
Building projects add to tax roll
Chamber to intoduce new board members
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Vehicle registrations slip slightly in 2005
Projects change business landscape
Australian trainer coming
Banker eases into retirement
Firm honored by Texas A&M
Unemployment falls in Wise County
Building activity slows
Pinkerton honored by Farm Bureau
Auto registrations hold their own
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Popeyes will open soon
Resource program deadline approaches
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PBR event success due to many factors
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Landmark celebrates groundbreaking
Devon Energy posts record earnings
City's building permits on the increase
Getting fit to face the bulls
McMaster wins national award
October auto sales stall
Wise Regional earns national wellness award
Mann Refrigeration technicians earn certification
NW Partnership hears importance of planning
For most cities tax rebates rise
Unemployment dips slightly
First trade days a success
Building activity slows in county seat
TXI kicks off United Way campaign
Kick it ... win it!
Auto registrations drop sharply in August
King Cone aids breast cancer with CD
Maverick Mortgage branch raises money to benefit storm victims
Ross Perot Jr. cites reasons for Alliance Corridor success
Hillwood takes on partner at Alliance
Sales tax rebates decline in Bridgeport
Ross Perot Jr. to speak
Huddleston receives prestigious Dynegy award
Familiar face in banking is promoted by Legend
Lowe's boosts Decatur building permits for August
Sponsors on board for golf tournament
Boyd finds new energy with Atmos building
Poco Graphite gearing up to hire
Unemployment in Wise dips slightly in July
Sponsors needed for alumni event
Wise vehicle sales slip in August
Davis gives report on sidewalk project
USDA meeting to address program funding
Devon restores gulf production
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Boot company has Decatur kickin' up its heels
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Dad's hobby is daughter's business
Erwin, Schillo form Patrona Hospitalist Group
WorkForce will host job fair
Smurthwaite heads Paint Horse group
Buck's BBQ is true Texas
Wise Regional sells home health service
Morris elected chairman of TEC
Black is named store manager
Decatur issues permit for medical building
Sales tax rebates continue to climb
Auto registrations soar in July for dealers
Farm Service Agency announces deadlines
Faltermier receives national award
Chamber to hear financial advisor
Devon posts record new quarterly earnings
Credit union branch to open in August
Employees honored during special week
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Rumors float of TXI sale
Business sees bright future in night vision
Chili's expecting a crowd
Bridgeport rebates continue to climb
Mineral owners should be wary of mail offers
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Group provides support for business women
New homes lead building report
New vehicle registrations soar in June
Wise Eyes expands its vision
Growth spawns need for handbooks
New Bealls store nears completion
Osborne earns company honor
New president promotes cause of electric cooperatives
Sales tax rebates are up in three cities
Sanders Oil and Gas buys Barnett leases
Sanders Oil and Gas buys Barnett leases
King to be speaker at chamber luncheon
Local FFA members earned recognition at state competition
Builders sanctioned for non-renewal
Ozone makes water safer to drink
Program promotes West Wise leadership
Son of Decatur woman is in mini-series
New vehicle sales improve again in May
Commercial activity slows down in May
Chisholm Trail Days plans outlined
Bridges elected to watershed group
Doctor's Hospital to host benefit
Electra Custom Homes earns tour honor
Local official earns certification
Permit fees bring in more during the second quarter
Wise Regional Health System expansion highlights meeting
What's the real price of a home?
Bull riders will sign autographs
Dr. Alling serves in state legislature
County sales tax rebates show increase for April
Heritage program gets national award
Edward Jones gets top ranking
Four Wheels of Texas opens new dealership
Chamber hires Orr for top job
Company sale is completed
Tasty news: Chili's will open in fall
Wise vehicle sales improve in April
Apartments boost building permit totals
Heritage program gives hope to seniors
David Isham honored by publication
Wise Regional honors volunteers
Instructor pumps way into hearts of students
Chamber program will address development
Story jumps gun on industrial park funding
Wise unemployment decreases slightly from January
County above average in sales tax rebates for April
First American to be Citibank Texas
Main Street plans summer activities
Your Furniture Connection completes Den-Mart
Grant program to aid rural towns
City looks ahead to April activity
Home, Lawn Show vendors become customers
Festival planned to celebrate park opening
Wise auto registrations slip in March from 2004
New emergency service takes off at hospital
Unemployment increases in county
Northwest to host Realtors conference
McMaster celebrates 25th anniversary
Gage named Office Supply manager
Chico can take a bite out of Subway
New Fairview again gets tax rebate windfall
Benefit roping is financial success
Rotary Club
County lottery sales reflected in report
Downes win award for dairy management
Phillips family honored with heritage award
Cone writes songs for benefit CD
Home away from home
Workforce services highlighted
Wildflower, grass seeds now on sale
Byers banks on her future in Wise County
Local merchants get help with window displays
Taking on Wal-Mart: Mom and Pop versus the retail giants
Students put dreams for old post office on paper
Devon Energy honored for community work
Wise Electric takes leading role in cancer fight
2-K announces contest winners
Auto registrations fall in February slump
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Chamber's spotlight shines on honorees
Magazine says Wise is a great place to live
Celebrity roping to benefit youth fair buyers
Guardian Title to open second office
Barnett boosts Devon
Devon gets pilot program on water conservation
Solaris shines in national television spotlight
Sales tax rebates up again in New Fairview
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Couple welcomes grandson home from Iraq
New sidewalks are on horizon
Unemployment declines slightly in Wise
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Booth space available for home, lawn show
Terrorism threat drives new rules
Devon Energy earnings soar to $2.2 billion
Federal funds will help conservation
Decatur building activity off to record start
Youngster is 'carryin' on an old family tradition'
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January registrations up from 2004 by 18 percent
It's time to sign up and tune up for Music Camp 2005
Oxygen treatment highlighted by doctor
Devon Energy sells non-core assets
New chamber president wants to involve more members
Is New Fairview rebate check just too good to be true?
Wise unemployment rates show a slight increase
Directors will soon be elected
Life is good for Decatur bad guy
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FUNimation sale in the works
2004: Record building year
Bridal show set at civic center
Local inventor hopes hot idea cooks up cold cash
Auto registrations fall for second straight year
Main Street merchants start year on positive note
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Niblett celebrates 25 years with Coker Funeral Home
National homebuilders targeted for Bay lots
Unemployment continues to decline
Bridgeport, Chico earn record tax rebates
City secretary heading into retirement
Energy company donates cash, software to library
Flood control dam to be ugraded soon
Shoppers invited to play bingo on the Decatur square
Council vows to help store rebuild
FFA boosters serve up salsa
Angels are still available
Oliva's cheesecakes ... baked with love
Vehicle sales for Wise County slip badly in November
Hospital ignites building permits
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David's, NRS honors employees
Macik joins Decatur Wells Fargo branch
King predicts lengthy legislative session
Fans' dedication helps drive Speedway success
Keep holiday safe, bright with these tips
Half of county cities show sales tax increase
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Wise leaves mark on bull riding finals
Volunteers and donations needed for new park
Unemployment continues to decline
Auto registrations increase
Devon earnings soar in third quarter '04
Citizens challenged to clean property
ISD reaps benefit of CoServe membership
State adds Internet to its Sprint services
Conservation tree seedlings are for sale
Christmas comes early for Chamber
Relay for Life is officially under way
School official tells of 'exciting times' for Northwest ISD
Tour of Lights help is needed
Greathouse Estates to bring new homes
Volunteers needed for Relay for Life
Sales tax rebates increase across county
Wedding chapel is dream come true
Foundation gets gift from Chief Oil & Gas
SkyLane Helicopters lands two investors
Interest free loans spark new car sales
Unemployment down from last year in Wise
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Devon announces restructuring plan
Hendersons buy Radio Shack, will move to Prada Shops
Car dealers team up to support golf tournament
One Extreme Truck
Huge crowd attends Wise Electric meeting
County sales tax rebates are above last year
United Way honors its past, looks to future
Small to produce another big show Saturday, Sept. 18
Golf tourney is community effort
Wise County unemployment continues to decline in July
Auto Registrations hit 2004 high in Wise
Park lease headed for council
Expo is free for job seekers
Main Street manager discusses program goals
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Raffles to help fight cancer
Shoppers cards now available
Scrapbook Nook notes breast cancer awareness
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Wise Furniture sells
Annual golf tournament benefits cancer society
Sales tax revenue continues to climb
Geeslins excited about new venture
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Morris is named to state office
Dollars and Sense
Automotive sales down in July for Wise County
Main Street addresses square parking issue
Chamber has successful membership drive
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Wine tasting in groceries remains on the shelf here
Unemployment up to 4.4 percent
Morton moves up but not out, with TXU
Medical center boosts building permits
Allies Day honors local businesses
New real estate firm has familiar name, family ties
Advice on identity theft
Hidden Cove celebrates opening
North Texas Bank gets Donna Jackson
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WRHS cardiologists use innovative technology
Bridgeport sales tax rebates continue to soar
Tourism workshop to focus on rural Texas
Reed is honored by CoServe
Hispanic dance, concert set
Project approved by Chisholm Trail
Chamber to meet Tuesday
Durham will have job fair at Decatur Civic Center July 20
Wise auto sales up from May
Antique show to benefit CASA, set for Aug. 7
Unemployment continues decline
RC&D meeting is moved
Chisholm Trail Days deemed a success
Chamber finds a new home
RC&D program celebrates anniversary
Decatur reports no commercial activity
Former baseball star steals show at chamber
Dittrich, Wills answer questions
Local unemployment continues to decline
New Year's gala is being planned
Don't go postal, go online for stamps
Chisholm Trail Days are Saturday
Chisholm Trail Days
Students observes practice
Chisholm Trail Days making a big comeback
Ford Motor Credit agrees to refunds
Sales tax rebates continue to be healthy
Monster Truck show reset
Bead crafter featured in magazine
Chamber president touts benefits of Boy Scouts
Celebration features food, fun
City issues fifty building permits
Bull riding proceeds spread throughout county
Main Street begins customer loyalty program
Farmers can seek emergency loans
Ranchman's Cafe to be featured
Main Street celebrates anniversary
Jones' Dairy Queens will sponsor ice cream contest
Pioneer Days to celebrate town's history June 18-19
Expo Center
New camp to fill after-school void
State sales tax picture continues to brighten
Local graduate returns home
Guild members dream of performing arts center
Top Relay for Life fund-raisers are honored
World's top bull riders are heading to town
Wal-Mart tests radio frequency technology
Pro bull riders will sign autographs before event May 22
Farm Bureau will host field day
CPS to host meeting on adoption, foster parenting
School district bidding farewell to large number of staff
Wise unemployment increases slightly
County coaches prepare for steer riding debut
Imaging director speaks to chamber
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'Stripper' draws attention with introduction
April vehicle sales down from last year
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Bull riders committing to local event May 22
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Nurses nominated for federal program
State organization honors local lawyers
Public invited to chamber coffee
Hospital auxiliary honored for volunteerism
Ramsey brings home awards from Iris Society Show
Conservation district notes special week
The importance of soil
Mann Refrigeration has new Lennox product
Antique Rose Plantation is a gift for the senses
Home, lawn show opens Saturday
James Wood to host stop for Corvette Heritage Tour
Local bull riders commit to event
Making rewarding, effective bequests
Celebs to arrive on red carpet in Dallas, June 9
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Jobs program gives at-risk youths a chance
Couple recognizes local eagle scout
Center manager helps make ideas reality
Building activity brisk in first quarter of year
New Decatur park idea unveiled at meeting
Nurse's life is changed by mission to India
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Gas boom expected to continue here
January unemployment shows slight increase
Oswald followed winding path to fulfillment
Duncan earns award from Century 21
Lindsey is happy to be back in banking
Decatur sales tax revenue climbs in February
Little finds happines in meat cutting job
Kasner earns award from Century 21
Hobbs opens Midland center
Land bank has record earnings
Proclamation prompts look at state of agriculture
Cannon takes part in roofing meeting
Vincent to sponsor Decatur chamber lunch
RE/MAX stars shine at convention
Read receives prestigious award
Vehicle sales better than 2003
Building activity off to fast start
Dad hands reins of storage business to son
Wildflower, grass seeds for sale
Main Street merchants consider extended hours
Farmall comes out of retirement at Hendershot
Wanda Morrison is retiring but she's not going away
Retirement is enjoyable, productive for former dairyman
2004 may be best sales tax year
Taking a ride
Rate of growth has cooled in home prices
EDC board told sales tax hits record levels
Sales tax rebates continue to climb
Decatur chamber asked to back bull riding event
Chamber president: Exciting times are ahead
Church permit ups city building activity
Artist finds her 'center'
Economists see housing growth
Devon reports huge profit year
Reservations due for lunch
Customer is top priority at Susie's Nest
Home, lawn show to be bigger, better
Main Street merchants hear promotional plans for the coming year
Demographer discusses regional growth for South Wise
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Valentine's Day treat
Chamber sets goals for the next year
Byers leads chamber in time of opportunity
Aviation executive named representative
Sprint offers new unlimited long distance bundle
Tax help
Economic forecaster to address chamber
Now is the time to plan for success in 2004
TXU customers can help less fortunate
Devon sues City of Reno over drilling access
Unemployment dips slightly in county
Hospice undergoes name change
Starbucks hopes to cause a stir in Decatur
City is about to get a whole lot busier
Sales tax revenues continue to climb in Wise
Davis to be installed as chamber president
Public invited to tour new Wise Electric headquarters
Wise Auto Registrations slip below 2002 totals
New Year's gala is deemed overwhelming success
Klement Decatur dealership receives 'Five-Star' status
Finishing school guru brings etiquette to Decatur