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 […]
2025-07-10
Best of Sports 2024-25: Male Athlete of the Year
Lutkenhaus leaves mark, sets records in second seasonNorthwest runner Cooper Lutkenhaus’ rookie season on the track caught the attention of the competition in 2024, culminating with a gold medal in the 5A boys 800. As the Texans elevated into 6A this season, Lutkenhaus also stepped up to the challenge — a move that has paid off with national recognition in the running world. Lutkenhaus was unfazed by […]
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 […]
TCU’s Sonny Dykes excited about former Decatur running back
FREETCU head coach Sonny Dykes is feeling optimistic about the Horned Frogs’ run game this season, and a former Decatur playmaker is one of the reasons why. Redshirt freshman Nate Palmer, Decatur’s two-year starter that helped lead the Eagles to back-to-back appearances in the state semifinals in 2022 and 2023, is one of the program’s returning backs giving Dykes excitement […]
Eyes on the water: Network of sensors aids Wise County flood response
FREEAs Texas reels from one of the deadliest floods in its history, Wise County officials are turning to technology to better respond to flooding and its fallout. The county recently launched the first phase of a flood monitoring system aimed at giving officials immediate access to water level and road condition data. High-tech sensors installed at low-water crossings throughout the […]
Wise County Crime Report for Thursday, July 10, 2025
ONLY IN WISE…SATURDAY, JULY 5: RACEWAY LANE — Two adult males got into a physical altercation in regards to a driving incident that occurred during a race at Boyd Raceway. A second man not directly involved in the physical altercation exited a nearby vehicle, grabbed a PVC pipe, and began to strike several individuals surrounding the initial fight. Victims and male offender were transported to Medical City Decatur. After receiving medical attention, the primary aggressor was transported to the Wise County Jail and charged accordingly.
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.