2020-08-12

Active cases rise to 27

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Wise County has 27 active cases of COVID-19, according to numbers released by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Monday.

Missing history

Marker to acknowledge Mexican miners' role in building Bridgeport

Something is missing from the historical marker near Harwood Park detailing the coal mining industry in Bridgeport.

Flip flop

Decatur School Board overturns previous decision

Remote learners will now be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities in Decatur ISD this school year.

County eyes same rate

County Judge J.D. Clark Monday recommended to county commissioners keeping the county tax rate the same – 35 cents per $100 property valuation – for fiscal year 2021.

Stanford takes on new role

Steve Stanford has constantly searched for new ways to impact the community since being named Bridgeport Police Chief in 2015.

City of Decatur proposes tax rate reduction

Decatur is proposing a 4.84-cent reduction in the tax rate for city taxpayers next fiscal year.

Fallon gets ballot spot

Senate District 30 likely needing special election

Wise County and the rest of Texas Senate District 30 could be looking for a new senator come November.

Decatur Public Library cuts after-school programs

Students and parents who rely on the Decatur Public Library for after-school activities will have to make other plans as the new school year begins.

Chico Public Library holds golf tourney

The Chico Public Library is partnering with RB Golf Club for a charity golf scramble tournament Sept. 12 to raise money for the library’s programs and services.

News Briefs for Wednesday, August 12, 2020

The John B Denton Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its chapter meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday at the First Baptist Church, in Decatur.