VOTERS REJECT BOYD SCHOOL BOND — For the second time in six months, voters living in Boyd ISD have rejected the district’s $63 million Phase 3 bond proposal at the polls. The single-proposition school bond Tuesday was voted down 680-607 — an approximate 53 to 47 percent margin of defeat. Despite a larger voter turnout, the issue did not fare any better in its second time on the ballot, having previously flunked during the May general election 56 percent to 44 percent (383-297). The district called for a bond election in July to address overcapacity issues, primarily at the Boyd Elementary campus. At the bond’s centerpiece was a two-story, 86,000 square-foot intermediate school campus for Grades 3 through 6 priced at $50 million. Read more online here.
WISE COUNTY ESD NO. 4 APPROVED — Voters approved the creation of Wise County Emergency Services District No. 4 in the Nov. 4 election, giving fire departments in northwest Wise County a dedicated funding source to support more reliable emergency response. According to preliminary voting results from the Wise County Elections Office, more than 62 percent approved establishing ESD No. 4 — with 630 voting for, and 376 voting against. ESD No. 4 will cover the Alvord, Chico, Crafton and Sand Flat volunteer fire departments. Read more online here.
PARADISE RESULTS — Voters have elected for a change to the mayor’s seat in the City of Paradise. Ashley Blumensaadt was voted as the next city leader Tuesday, beating incumbent mayor Amanda Black by an 80-44 margin. Black has served as Paradise’s mayor since 2021 when she was first elected to the position. In Paradise ISD, incumbent school board member Russell Read overwhelmingly won his race against Jon Weidanz to retain his seat. Read defeated Weidanz 505-154 in the Place 6 race, the only contested race in PISD Tuesday.
NORTHWEST VOTERS PASS FUNDING PROPOSITION — Northwest ISD’s Prop A passed with 52 percent of the vote Tuesday, although the measure wasn’t as popular with Wise County voters. In Wise County only, the measure was supported by only 38 percent of voters. The district said the proposition, which would increase the district’s maintenance and operations (M&O) tax rate by three cents, is projected to generate $12 million in new operations funding. Northwest ISD plans to use $8 million of this funding on class sizes and student programs, while the remaining $4 million will be used to provide teacher and staff raises.
DECATUR CHARTER AMENDMENTS PASS — All 24 of Decatur’s proposed city charter amendments passed in the Nov. 4 election by wide margins, according to preliminary results posted by the Wise County Elections Office. One of the most significant changes from the charter election establishes new term limits for city council members. Under the new rules, council members may serve up to three three-year terms — a maximum of nine years — rather than the current limit of four two-year terms, or eight years. The change will be phased in beginning with the 2027 election and will not affect the terms of current officeholders. Read more online here.
PLAYOFF VOLLEYBALL RESULTS — Paradise (30-13) claimed a 3A Division II area title by sweeping Blue Ridge Tuesday at Sanger High School — 25-14, 25-18, 26-24. VCA (27-6-2) earned its first TAPPS 2A playoff win by defeating Alcuin School of Dallas in four sets at home — 25-21, 25-19, 24-26, 25-23.
COLLEGE REGISTRATION OPEN — Registration is underway at Weatherford College Wise County for Spring 2026. All current and returning students can register now, and new and transfer students can register beginning Dec. 2. Visit wc.edu to apply to the college and for more information, or call 940-627-2690.
COOKING WELL WITH DIABETES — Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will hold its Cooking Well with Diabetes program series beginning next week. Classes are 9:30 a.m. Nov. 10, Nov. 17, Dec. 1 and Dec. 8 at the Extension Office, 206 S. State St. in Decatur. The hands-on cooking series is focused on diabetic-friendly recipes and balanced, flavorful meals. Cost is $30. Space is limited. Call 940-627-3341 to reserve your spot.
CARE FALL FUNDRAISER — The Center for Animal Research and Education (CARE) will hold its Fall FUNdraiser with two events Saturday. Pumpkin Prowl is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $25 for adults, $15 for children under 12. Twilight Tour and Tasting for ages 21 and up is 5 to 8 p.m. Cost is $150 per person. For details, visit wcmess.com/care11825.
BENEFIT ACCOUNT — A benefit account has been opened at Legend Bank for Karen Faulkner of Alvord, who is recovering from two aneurysms and a severe stroke.
FUNERALS — Mass service for Israel Lara De La Fuente, 59, of Decatur is 11 a.m. today at Assumption Catholic Church. Hawkins Funeral Home in Decatur is handling arrangements.
SERVICE for William Charles Baird, 83, of Alvord is 2 p.m. Saturday at Victory Church in Decatur. Hawkins-Decatur is handling arrangements.
SERVICE for Dorrel Fred Jones, 94, of Decatur is 11 a.m. Nov. 15 at First United Methodist Church in Decatur. Hawkins-Decatur is handling arrangements.
NO SERVICE is scheduled for Christopher Paul Liebel, 48, of Chico. Hawkins Funeral Home in Bridgeport is handling arrangements.
FUNERAL for Tommy Dickey, 65, of Boyd is 11 a.m. Saturday at Hawkins Funeral Home in Boyd with burial at Boyd Cemetery. Family visitation is 9:30-11 a.m. at the funeral home.
SERVICE for Clifford Ray Richey, 85, of Liberty, formerly of Wise County, is 1 p.m. Thursday at Cornerstone Church in Liberty with interment at Cooke Cemetery in Liberty. Visitation is 5-7 tonight at the church.
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