A near total solar eclipse occurred over North Texas April 8, 2024. The moon blocked out 99.3 percent of the view of the sun in Wise County. Photos of the historic solar event in this gallery are by Wise County Messenger staff and our readers. While most show how the eclipse was seen in Wise County, some photos captured the... READ MORE >
While chronic stress can be detrimental to the mind and body, spending time in green or blue spaces has been shown to significantly reduce stress. Stress Awareness Month, observed nationally in April, is a good time to turn to a natural anecdote for the effects of chronic anxiety: The great outdoors. Chronic stress is a health issue. When stressed, the... READ MORE >
Wise County Commissioners approved the following resolution calling on TxDOT to identify and complete immediate and expedited safety improvements at and near the vicinity of the crossover and intersection of U.S. 81/287 and County Road 2395. WHEREAS, the Wise County Commissioners Court has a desire and a duty to achieve safer roadways in Wise County, Texas; and, WHEREAS, Wise County... READ MORE >
“The color of fruits and vegetables is an important indicator of their nutrient content and their underlying health benefits” says Dr. Sumathi Venkatesh, a Health Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. Each color implies specific phytonutrients present in them. Phytonutrients are natural compounds produced by plants that are present in foods such as fruits, vegetables, beans and grains. A... READ MORE >
Editor’s note: This letter from Decatur ISD Superintendent Chad Jones was sent out to Decatur ISD stakeholders Feb. 29. The Messenger has republished the letter in its entirety as a guest column. Dear Decatur ISD, The purpose of this letter is to give an update on the district’s financial situation and ensure all stakeholders are getting the same message. At... READ MORE >
Staff reports With the Wise County Youth Fair just a few weeks away, one Youth Fair support organization is celebrating its 17th anniversary. The Champions and Blue Ribbon club was organized by the late James F. Wood and Roy J. Eaton to support the purchase of champion and reserve champion projects at the Youth Fair. Since its inception, the club... READ MORE >
How do you react to a stressful situation? Do you shut down or lash out? Take to unhealthy habits to deal with the pressure building up inside of you? How you handle life challenges can have a major impact on factors that have been proven to negatively impact your hearth health. Stress may affect behaviors and factors that increase heart... READ MORE >
Craig Johnson for sheriff This letter is in support of Craig Johnson for sheriff. In my opinion, Lane Akin is the finest and most honest man in Wise County. He recommends Craig. Plus, Craig has done a great job as chief deputy and he knows the workings of the office well. The other men in the race are good people... READ MORE >
Which candidate is beholden to PACs On Feb. 1, 2024, the Messenger published an article, ostensibly about a county sheriff candidate taking a donation from a Political Action Committee (PAC) called Defend Texas Liberty. Oddly, given the title of the article, it also noted that a candidate running against Lynn Stucky for Texas House District 64 (Wise County’s district) took... READ MORE >
Sheriff vouches for candidate Craig Johnson and I first worked together in 1993. He was a brand new Wise County Deputy, and I was the Texas Ranger assigned to Wise, Jack and Montague Counties. Twenty-three years later I was elected Sheriff. I needed a Chief Deputy, someone who could be the next Sheriff, someone who could step in and seamlessly... READ MORE >
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