Several community organizations have stepped up to help Meals on Wheels Wise County. The Wise County Committee on Aging program that delivers free meals to homebound seniors is feeling financial pressure from a recent cut to a federal grant program. Over the last few weeks, the organization has seen more than $10,000 in donations. Decatur’s Episcopal Church of the Resurrection […]
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Boots & Badges event raises funds for therapy program
FREEThe Boots & Badges Concert Benefit in Runaway Bay raised more than $55,000 for the Center for Emotional Wellness program dedicated to offering free therapy to first responders and military veterans. The event at Camp QYB overlooking Lake Bridgeport featured performances by Lawson Harris and Gage Gardiner as well as a live auction, drinks, food trucks and prizes. The center […]
Hospital offers secure medication drop box
FREEMedical City Decatur has installed a secure medication drop box to give the public a safe and convenient way to dispose of unused or expired drugs, according to a recent news release from the hospital. The drop box, located in the hospital’s main lobby, accepts most prescription and over-the-counter medications. It is part of Medical City Healthcare’s and HCA Healthcare’s […]
Wise County Chamber names new director
FREEThe Wise County Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday announced Krista Barber as the organization’s new executive director. Barber currently serves on the Boyd ISD School Board as its secretary. In its announcement, the chamber also said Barber has been heavily involved with Boyd Youth Association, PTO, SHAC committee and Boyd Education Foundation for the last two decades. Barber takes over […]
News Briefs for Thursday, July 10, 2025
CHRISTMAS IN JULY — Bridgeport’s annual Christmas in July Toy Drive is 6 to 9 p.m. July 19 at The Hub on Halsell Street downtown. It will include bounce houses, water slides and a 4×4 To Drive parade at 7.
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