SUPERINTENDENT, BOARD AT ODDS OVER TRAINING — Frustrations between some members of the Decatur School Board and the superintendent were expressed during an item about board training hours at Monday’s meeting. After board President Dylan Barnes announced the board training hours as required by law, saying that none of the board had received the “Team of 8” training, some board members voiced their displeasure that the training hadn’t been scheduled. Superintendent Chad Jones said that the training was not scheduled because “for the last few months, this has not been a team of eight.” He added that once the new board is seated following next month’s election and a new superintendent is hired, the board can hold the training. The answer was not satisfactory to at least a couple of board members. “I believe this dysfunction reflects leadership, and it’s disappointing and it’s embarrassing,” board member Sandra Schneider said. Board member Scott Koehler said the board was not following policy by not scheduling the training.
WILDFIRE FUNDRAISER TOTALS — Hundreds of Wise County and local residents gathered at the Wise County Fairgrounds Sunday afternoon and raised more than $145,000 for victims of the Panhandle wildfires and Panhandle fire departments. The event featured a live auction, food trucks, dancing and live music. See photos from the event online here.
WARMER TODAY — The predicted storms stayed away from Wise County yesterday, leaving only a trace of rain. The clouds are expected to move out today with temperatures warming into the mid-80s expected by this afternoon. The next chance of rain returns Thursday night.
POLICE STATION GROUNDBREAKING — A groundbreaking ceremony for the future Decatur police station is 10 a.m. Friday at 1601 S. Church St. Last month, the city council approved a $27.4 million guaranteed maximum price for a 30,500-square-foot building, which is expected to be completed by July of 2025.
MITCHELL ENERGY RETIREE LUNCH — Retirees, former employees, spouses, and friends with Mitchell Energy Corporation and all affiliated companies will meet for lunch and visiting at Catfish O’Harlies in Decatur 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday.
BASEBALL — Decatur (17-8, 6-2) will open a District 8-4A series against Lake Worth 7:30 p.m. today at home. Bridgeport (5-8, 3-5) hosts Springtown for Game 1 of a league series at 7:30 p.m. In 10-3A, Boyd (23-2-1, 10-0) seeks its 11th district win, as the Yellowjackets welcome Callisburg at 7:30 p.m. Paradise (16-9, 7-3) will travel to face Pilot Point 7:30 p.m. at Pilot Point High School. Alvord (13-5, 9-1) opens a 10-2A league series against Lindsay 7 p.m. at Lindsay High School. Chico (5-12, 1-9) will face Bellevue in a series-opening battle 5 p.m. at home.
SOFTBALL — Decatur (8-16-1, 5-3) and Bridgeport (8-12, 5-3) will battle each other in the second District 8-4A Battle of Big Sandy matchup 7 p.m. tonight at Decatur High School. Boyd (23-7, 9-3) and Paradise (16-12-1, 8-4) will meet up for the 10-3A Battle of Texas 114 finale 5 p.m. at Paradise High School. In 10-2A, Alvord (11-8, 3-8) will host Tioga at 5 p.m. Chico (11-10, 5-6) will travel to Archer City at 5 p.m.
MOTHER DAUGHTER TEA IN BRIDGEPORT — Tickets are on sale for Bridgeport Parks and Recreation Mother Daughter Tea “Candy Land.” Tea times are 1-2:30 p.m. and 3-4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Bridgeport Community Center. Tickets can be purchased at bridgeport.recdesk.com for $12 per person. Everyone age 2 and up must purchase tickets. All daughters, mothers, grandmothers and aunts are invited to enjoy an afternoon of light refreshments, photos, games and lots of fun. No tickets will be sold at the door.
FUNERALS — Mass of Christian burial for Ignacio Hernandez, 77, of Decatur is 11 a.m. today at Assumption Catholic Church with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery. Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
MASS of Christian burial for Gloria Camacho-Mata, 53, of Decatur is 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Assumption Catholic Church with burial at Oaklawn Cemetery. Family visitation is 6-8 tonight with rosary said at 7 at Hawkins-Decatur.
MEMORIAL service for Shirley Louise Morgan Fortenberry, 88, is 10:30 a.m. Monday at Slidell Baptist Church. Family visitation is 9:30 a.m. at the church. Hawkins-Decatur is handling arrangements.
NO SERVICE is scheduled for Randy Lawrence Ray, 62, of Justin. Hawkins-Decatur is handling arrangements.
NO SERVICE is scheduled for David Tejral, 71, of Bridgeport. Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
SERVICE for Janet Cottle, 78, of Paradise will be held at a later date. Hudson & Torres Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
SERVICE for Don Montgomery, 86, of Nocona is pending. Hudson & Torres is handling arrangements.
SERVICE for Ethel Redmon, 95, formerly of Decatur will be private.
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