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Dear Neil: We have ber-mudagrass, and we live where there are lots of grass-burs around us. I did not understand your recent an-swer. Do we need to use a pre-emergent weedkiller, or do we use MSMA? We have had to put down MSMA anyway, because we also have dallis-grass.

Use pre-emergent granules such as Team, Dimension, Betasan or Balan whenever you can to eliminate grass-burs and crabgrass. They will have the least impact on your bermudagrass turf. Timing would be a week or so before the average date of the last killing frost in your area, then a booster appli-cation would be needed 90 days later. MSMA is only ef-fective when it’s warm, espe-cially in June and July. Use it only for the most diffi cult grassy weeds. It’s a spray that should be applied with a tank sprayer and a com-paratively fi ne mist spray.

Dear Neil: I’m a physi-

cian, but I’d also like to gar-den. I just don’t have much time. What are some good, low-maintenance trees that also produce something ed-ible? When should they be planted?

Pecans are outstanding large shade trees that will produce fairly well even without regular spraying. Choose a variety that is recommended for your area by pecan specialists with Texas A&M University. Your county Extension offi ce will have a list of recommended types. Pears are smaller trees, but they’re handsome in the landscape. Choose the variety ‘Orient’ for the best compromise between qual-ity of fruit and resistance to the fi re blight bacterium. Popular table-fruit, West Coast varieties like Bartlett are doomed to the disease in Texas conditions. Figs and pomegranates are outstand-ing large shrubs that bear their fruit without much spe-cial care. Methley plums are good producers, even when they are called on to be self-pollinating. You can plant these trees and shrubs at any time that you fi nd them in containers. If you have to use bare-rooted stock, win-ter is the only time in which its transplanting will be suc-cessful.

Dear Neil: I have a pecan tree that always has lots of

nuts, but they never amount to anything. I’d like to send some samples for you to ana-lyze so that you can tell me what I need to be doing.

What you’re about to read probably will fl y in the face of the earlier recommenda-tion of pecans as low-main-tenance shade trees. That’s true for the trees them-selves. It’s also true if you’re willing to share the yield with a few squirrels, insects and diseases. For peak pro-duction, however, they may need some help. For the re-cord, I probably don’t need to see the samples. Pecans that turn black and fall pre-maturely (late August and September) are infested with the pecan scab fun-

gus. Pecans that don’t fall in November, but instead hang high in the trees, have usually been damaged by hickory shuckworms. These pests invade the outer husks during August. They tunnel around within the shucks. In the process, they inter-rupt the fl ow of water to the developing kernels. Not only will the affected pecans be hollow, but they also won’t fall at the normal time. If the meat of the kernel has black spots, that’s usually damage done by stinkbugs. You’ll fi nd spraying recom-mendations at Texas A&M Web pages that have been devoted to this important agricultural tree.

Dear Neil: I have a few shrubs that need to be moved. When should I do it, and what can I do to ensure my success?

Any tree or shrub that has an established root system will need to be moved during its winter dormant period. Wait until it’s been exposed to at least one killing freeze. Use a sharpshooter spade to cut a slit around the plant. You’ll sever its lateral roots in the process. That soil ball should be 14 to 16 inches in diameter for a 1-inch trunk, 18 to 20 inches for a 2-inch plant, and 24 to 28 inches across for a 3-inch trunk. Us-ing the same sharpshooter, dig a trench just outside the slit, and carefully expose the

soil ball. Gradually dig in beneath the root ball to cut the plant’s tap root. Once the

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By GARY CLAYTON

Wise Co. Extension Agent

The Extension Livestock Committee has planned a beef cattle nutrition pro-gram for Tuesday, Nov. 18, at the Wise County Posse Grounds on FM 51 south of Decatur. The program is set to begin with registration from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and will conclude at noon with lunch sponsored by Purina and AGvantage Farm & Ranch.

Chad Brown, cattle spe-cialist with Purina, will dis-cuss mineral supplementa-tion of beef cattle. Dr. Ron

Gill, extension livestock specialist, will outline some winter feeding options for area beef produc-ers. The program is free; however, if you plan to attend please call the Ex-tension offi ce (940) 627-3341 by Nov. 14 to sign up so we will have an accu-rate meal count.

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On a little dif-ferent subject, this time of year there is not really much going on with orchard insect problems.

The only problem could be some very late emerging pe-can weevils and some late

season stink bugs or leaffooted bugs. Pecan weevils will attack pecans up to shuck split and stink bugs can feed on pecans until they are in the sack.

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Texas recently joined fi ve other states in reporting cases of Eastern

Equine Encephalitis infec-tion in horses. In Denton County, a vaccinated horse

tested positive and exhibited clinical signs of the disease. EEE can be transmitted to humans by infected mosqui-toes.

Equine owners can help protect themselves and their horses by using mosquito sprays containing DEET, eliminating stagnant water and avoiding being outdoors at night when mosquitoes are most active.

If your horse exhibits symptoms that include stag-gering, appearing confused or erratic behavior, contact your veterinarian immedi-ately.

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Applying for college is never an easy task. For many students and their families, however, it can turn into an overwhelming, highly stressful expe-rience. Last minute decisions, sudden deadlines and unexpected require-ments can all take anxiety levels to new highs.

It doesn’t have to be that way. With a little planning, the college application process may still require a lot of work, but not nearly as much stress.

Most advisors suggest beginning the college selection process early in the student’s junior year. Of course, if you’re reading this now because you have an anxious high school senior just beginning the process, it’s time to play a little catch-up.

Honestly discussing college costs and family fi nances is one way to re-duce stress. If an expensive school isn’t affordable for your family, discuss pos-sible options. Is a scholarship or major grant likely, or if loans are necessary,

who will be paying them back? Getting the fi nancial issues straight helps lead to intelligent college choices.

A little knowledge can also reduce anxiety. Pick up several college guide-books that rate schools and describe programs, acceptance procedures, cam-pus life and much more. Online sites like www.collegeboard.com or www.unigo.com can also offer valuable facts and insights. Don’t forget your high school’s college counselor as a great source of information.

Often, students feel overwhelmed and anxious because of all the college choices facing them. Encouraging your child to compare their own goals, inter-ests and likes against the information they gather about various schools can help narrow the list of possible choices down to a manageable number.

The biggest stress reducer and “di-saster avoider,” is a simple task and deadlines calendar. For each school, work backwards from its application deadline, listing dates for required ac-tivities, such as ACT or SAT testing, recommendation letters, submitting

high school transcripts and similar de-tails. Include time-lines for things that will require extended effort, like that college essay, and don’t forget follow-up dates to check on whether those requested recommendation letters or transcripts were received.

Reducing anxiety is simply a mat-ter of eliminating the unknown. When you’ve helped your student learn enough about schools to make an intel-ligent choice, and helped him or her es-tablish a process that will keep things under control, then the stress levels just naturally go down. Of course, the anxiety that will come from waiting to learn if one is accepted after the appli-cations are fi nally in is another whole story.

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of burlap so that you can move it. You can also wrap the burlap tightly in place around the ball of soil. Carry the plant by the ball, and replant it at the same depth at which it had been growing previously. Prune to re-move enough top growth to compensate for

the loss of roots. Water deeply and apply a liquid root-stimulator plant food.

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Have a question you’d like Neil to consid-er? Mail it to him in care of the Wise County Messenger, P.O. Box 149, Decatur, TX 76234 or e-mail him at [email protected].

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By TANYA DAVIS


This week continues our look at ways to conserve our most valuable resource — water.

There are many small modifi cations that can be made to one’s home plumb-ing systems to save gallons of water each day.

The following checklist is designed to help you see how effectively you are us-ing water and to suggest ways to conserve.■ Install low-volume-fl ow-

control devices on shower-

heads and tub faucets. ■ Limit the amount of

shower water or tub water by the way you use hot and cold water faucets. ■ Cut off all wa-

ter if you are going to be away from home on a vacation or trip. ■ If possible,

place the water heater as close as possible to the bathroom, kitchen and laundry areas.

It is sometimes better to have two small water heat-

ers located in strategic plac-es. ■ Check faucets for drips.

Make repairs promptly.

At a rate of only one drop per sec-ond from a leaky faucet, this adds up to nearly 2,500 gal-lons per year.

That is enough water for 160 full cycles of an auto-matic dishwasher. ■ Teach children

to turn off water faucets tightly after each use. ■ Check toilet for con-

tinuing fl ow after fl ushing. Put a small amount of food coloring into the tank.

If the color trickles into the bowl, there is a leak and repairs are needed. ■ Install toilet dams or

displacement devices. ■ Place a quart plastic

(not glass) bottle fi lled with one inch of sand or gravel plus water in your toilet fl ush tank to save one quart of water per fl ush. ■ When buying a new

commode, look for a “low-volume model.” They do not use as much water per fl ush.

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By LUKE CLAYTON

I think “trophy hunting” is often a misunderstood term. What exactly constitutes a “trophy animal?”

When I was a youngster, any white-tail buck with hardened antlers quali-fi ed as a trophy. Deer were few and far between in Red River County where I was raised, and any buck was con-sidered a trophy by most hunters. As I matured as a hunter, my ideas of trophy status began to change. These days, a buck doesn’t necessarily have to score high in the record books to meet my trophy requirements. but he must have the age to reach his poten-tial. I would much rather harvest a six pointer or even a huge forkhorn that has reached his potential, or is possi-bly past his prime, than shoot a 3 1/2 year eight pointer that needs a year or two to reach full maturity.

Earlier this week, I spent a couple of days back in my home county hunt-ing with my friend Mike Ford, at his Rio Rojo Rancho (www.riorojorancho.com). Mike manages his deer herd with a passion and intensity that is spawned by a desire to have one of the premier big buck hunting destinations in the region. From what I saw on my two-day hunt, he is well on his way to achieving this goal.

The rut is still a few weeks away in northeast Texas and the Rio Rojo has several mighty big eight point bucks roaming its pine and hardwood woods that Ford wishes to be removed from the herd before breeding season be-gins. It’s the genes of those big 10 and 12 pointers that he wished to be passed along to the herd. Before my recent hunt, we reviewed the images from a couple of trail cameras that clearly identifi ed several eight point-ers, a couple of which I am positive were packing more than 135 inches of antler. Eight point whitetail occasion-ally grow larger antlers, but an eight pointer that grosses 130 BC points is defi nitely considered a trophy by most deer hunters.

As I climbed into a treestand tucked away on a remote hillside on the east side of the ranch, my game plan was

clear. I knew the possibilities of see-ing multiple bucks was excellent and that I would have to be patient and wait for a big eight pointer to come within bow range.

The weather was perfect with clear skies and cool mornings and eve-

nings. Deer were responding to the fi rst real “cool spell” of the season by moving throughout the day. There was no wind during my fi rst morning hunt, and I could hear deer walking on the dry leaves, heading to the corn/protein feeder a good 30 minutes before fi rst light. As a lifelong hunter and fi sher-man, I’ve had my share of exciting mo-ments in the outdoors, but setting in a treestand on a great trophy whitetail ranch such as the Rio Rojo and listen-ing to deer walking in the dark under the tree in which I’m sitting rates very high on my list!

Trophy hunting, whether the trophy be a mature six pointer on his way down hill, or a 150 BC class 12 pointer, is defi nitely a challenging endeavor

and to my way of thinking, hunting at its fi nest. In the fi rst 15 minutes of shooting light, I had excellent broad-side of quartering bow shots on three different bucks. One was an 11 point that would score around 150 BC, one was a 3 1/2 year eight pointer that looked very good but needed one more year to mature and the other a 2 1/2 year old 10 pointer that, in about two or three years, will become a real wall hanger.

Then, from behind my stand, I again heard leaves crunching; another deer was coming. The deer stopped just out of sight, and I assumed it was a mature buck hanging up in the brush, testing the wind and making sure all was clear before moving out of the heavy cover. As mature bucks often do, the deer be-gan circling the stand/feeder. I could see the form of a big animal skirting the little clear cut, then there he was on the opposite side of the clearing, a fully mature eight pointer packing what I estimated at around 135 inches of antler!

This was my buck and I felt the adrenaline rush as I looked him over closely through binoculars. The 11

NICE BUCK — Mike Ford puts the measuring tape on a nice buck at his Rio Rojo

Rancho in Red River County.

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pointer was now standing broadside at 18 yards. My eight pointer eased toward the feeder, stopped on the far side of the bigger buck for a few sec-onds and began feeding. There was no shot opportunity but as a lifelong deer hunter, I’ve had much worse chal-lenges than one trophy buck blocking a shot opportunity! Two big deer within easy bow range! My pulse was pump-ing adrenaline, but I knew I had to set still and let this scenario play out.

When deer decide to move from feed to bedding cover, they often move as a group. I watched the 11 pointer turn toward the eight point and the entire herd; there were now several does and smaller bucks feeding, as I walked through the 30 yards of clear cut into the brush. One minute I was looking

at a total of 10 deer, including the buck I wished to harvest, the next I was watching a cat squirrel nibbling on corn around the feeder!

During the remainder of my hunt, I was within bow range of a couple more mature eight pointers but neither pre-sented that close, slam dunk bow shot I was looking for. Truthfully, I can’t remember two days in the deer woods that I enjoyed more. I left the Rio Rojo Rancho making plans to return for an-other chance at harvesting a big eight pointer.

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a conversion pass from Josh McDowell. The defense was led by Elijah Strand and Zach Woodruff.

CMS standouts — Not provided

PJHS record: 4-1

Iowa Park A 8Bridgeport A 28BMS standouts — The

Bulls got a solid performance from Kyle Myer, Dillon Wal-drep and the defense to pick up another win. Reese Read caught an interception and Blake Arrington recovered a fumble. Offensively, Gabe Huerta led the way with touchdown runs of 44-30 and 64 yards. Arrington also jogged into the end zone on a 20-yard TD. Kyle Myer and Huerta also scored con-version runs.

BMS coach’s comments: We were very physical with Iowa Park and that helped set the tone of the game.

BMS records: 4-1, 2-0

Paradise B 0Windthorst 16PJHS standouts — The of-

fense was led by the crafty running of tailback Alejan-dro Lopez and quarterback Zach Fletcher. Christian Crocker and Aaron Gilbert caught passes.

Seventh gradeParadise A 14Chico A 12PJHS standouts — Tan-

ner Valentine scored on touchdown runs of 3 and 5 yards to push the Panthers to victory. Cody Blackstock punched in a conversion run. Valentine also complet-ed several passes to Jarrett Holt and Corbin Holt.

CMS standouts: Not pro-vided

PJHS record: 4-1

Iowa Park A 6Bridgeport A 6BMS coach’s comments:

Ryan Meyers, Wyatt Day and Heath Holbrook led the

team in tackles to silence the Hawk offense. T.J. Noble and Cason Mitchum recov-ered fumbles. Derrick Juarez scored the only touchdown for the Bulls when he broke free for a 27-yard TD.

BMS records: 1-3-1, 1-0-1

Iowa Park B 0Bridgeport B 22BMS standouts —Chad

Hall had a team-high seven tackles and Jose Rodriguez had fi ve during another win. Javonte Chaffi n also had two interceptions to keep the Hawks at bay. Offensive-ly, Nino Johnson had touch-down runs of 9 and 56 yards to secure the victory. Bryan Hutchison added a 49-yard TD run, and both scored one conversion run.

BMS coach’s comments: The kids came out and played well to get their third win.


GirlsVolleyball

Junior varsityBridgeport 25 25Hirschi 17 15BHS standouts — Jordyn

Hulsey scattered 15 assists and Becky Grinnell and Em-ily Price had six kills each in the easy victory. The defense was led by Kasey Wages with a team-high six digs, Jamie Battenfi eld fi ve. Ma-dyson Hancock, Katherine Weaver, Price and Grinnell had two digs each.

BHS coach’s comments: The girls did a good job of getting the job done in this one.


Burkburnett 25 18 25Bridgeport 17 25 20Sissie standouts — Emily

Price racked up a team-best 10 digs but it was not enough to save her team from its fi rst district loss. Jamie Bat-tenfi eld chalked up six digs and three kills, while Jor-dyn Hulsey had 18 assists and four digs. Becky Grin-nell and Katherine Weaver

slammed seven kills each, while Kaleisha Haynes and Price had fi ve each. Haynes also had fi ve blocks. Grinnell added seven digs and Kasey Wages had fi ve.

Bridgeport coach’s com-ments: In an uncharacteris-tic way for us, we struggled with passing and staying aggressive offensively. How-ever, it never fails that this group of girls play until the fi nal whistle blows.

Bridgeport records: 20-11, 4-1

FreshmenBurkburnett 15 25

17Bridgeport 25 17 25Sissie standouts — Ann

Turlington and Taylor Hen-son had six assists each to lead the Sissies to victory. Hannah Logan made the most of those by crushing four kills, one more than Selena Perez with three. Audra Hart, Angelica Reyes and Turlington served up two aces each.

Bridgeport coach’s com-ments: Burkburnett has a good team. I think we played well for two of the three games which helped us come out on top.

Bridgeport records: 18-10, 3-1

Eighth gradeChico A 9 25 23Jacksboro 25 20 25CMS standouts — Marina

Cantu scored a team-high 10 points and Charlotte led the way offensively with six kills in a close loss. Shayne Schirripa hammered away fi ve kills to provide some crucial points. Kodi Walker and Araliza Galindo scored six points each, and Morgan Clampitt added fi ve.

CMS coach’s comments:

The loss was very hard to swallow. The girls started the fi rst game rough with a lot of missed serves. We got regrouped in the sec-ond game and played “our game”. The girls got fi red up and serves were made, net play was awesome with kills and blocks and we covered the fl oor well on defense.

CMS records: 1-8, 1-6

Kirby A 8 25 11Bridgeport A 25 23 25BMS standouts — Kara

Demmitt chalked up 11 as-sists, eight aces, four digs and three kills to a thrill-ing three-game victory for Bridgeport. Jessica Mares was solid as well as she pitched in eight aces, six digs and a kill, while Madi-son Manoushagian fi nished with seven kills, fi ve aces, two digs and two aces. Mari-ah Clayton tacked up seven kills and Tiffany Hawkins

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posted six digs.BMS records: 2-6, 1-5

Kirby B 11 16Bridgeport B 25 25BMS standouts — Sky-

lar Shawn punished Kirby with 20 points, 14 aces, two kills and two assists. Ken-dra Mendoza dished out seven points, four aces and two kills, while Bin Na Kim and Kendall Vawter had two points each.

BMS coach’s comments: The girls really played well together. Skylar did a great job setting and serving. Ev-eryone played aggressive and that made a huge dif-ference in the match.


Bridgeport B 25 25Boyd B 11 14Sissies standouts — Ken-

dra Mendoza and Skylar Shawn scored 13 points each to lead the way. Kend-all Vawter added six points, three aces and two kills.

Boyd standouts — Not provided

Bridgeport coach’s com-ments: We did a good job serving and communicating on the court.

Bridgeport B 25 25Chico B 4 23BMS standouts — Kendra

Mendoza was in a league of her own, scoring 26 points with eight aces, four kills and two blocks. Bin Na Kim scored anther six points, while Skylar Shown had fi ve and Keesha Bolin had four.

CMS standouts — Not provided

BMS coach’s comments: This was for the consolation championship of the Para-dise tournament. Our only loss was to Springtown, the tournament champions.

Bridgeport B 18 21Springtown B 25 25BMS standouts — Skylar

Shawn and Kendra Men-doza scored six points each for the Sissies. Keesha Bo-lin, Bin Na Kim, Katy Hicks and Kendall Vawter also scored.

Chico B 25 25Jacksboro B 14 19CMS standouts — Jaicea

Thompson scored 18 points to lead the Lady Dragons to

victory. Elizabeth Carleton scored six points of her own, while Skyler Blackwood, Kenzie Cantrell and Lucy Carleton had two each.

CMS coach’s comments: The girls came out ready to play. The parents, other Lady Dragon teammates and the crowd did a good job in the stands keeping the girls fi red up.


Seventh gradeKirby A 23 23Bridgeport A 25 25BMS standouts — Haley

Guinn had six aces, four as-sists and three digs to lead the Sissies to victory. Leah Guinn fi nished with three aces and three assists, while Payton Tucker added three assists and two aces.

BMS coach’s comments: The girls played an excel-lent match. They communi-cated very well.

Chico A 25 25Jacksboro A 14 8CMS standouts — The

Lady Dragons got 17 points and two aces from Cheyenne Davidson en route to an-other victory. Lauren Hart scored nine points, two aces and two kills. Corey Tate, Miranda Neagle, Charlye Biggerstaff and Brittany

Byers also scored.CMS coach’s comments:

The Lady Dragons had some awesome serving. The girls played their game and noone could stop them.


Zundy A 19 27Decatur A 25 29DMS standouts — Mur-

phree Graham scored a team-high 12 points to lead the Lady Eagles to victory. Haley Dennard and Alexis Simmons posted fi ve points each, while Andi Keller and Serena Estrada added three each.

DMS coach’s comments: We dug a hole in the second game. We were down 23-18 and came back to win. Mur-phree served eight straight points to get us back in the game. The girls rallied for victory.

DMS record: 9-2

Chico B 26 16 8Jacksboro B 18 25 15CMS standouts — Amy

Cole scored a team-high 16 points in her team’s thrill-ing defeat. Carmen Man-dujano scored four points, while Maggie Kozak had three and Maddy Smith had two. Matison Rhodes, Victo-ria Slonaker, Mistin Littrell and Macy Kozak also scored

points.CMS coach’s comments:

There were some bright spots throughout the night but we could not quite hold on for the win.

Bridgeport B 25 25 15

Boyd B 7 18 8Sissies standouts — Juli-

na Casey and Yoelia Marti-nez scored points to lead the Sissies to victory.

Bridgeport coach’s com-ments: The Sissies played three energetic matches. A lot of team effort combina-tion hits and consistent serv-ing gave the girls the advan-tage to win third place in the Paradise tournament.

Bridgeport B 23 15Springtown B 25 25BMS standouts — Reagan

Hurd and Yoelia Martinez were the offensive leaders.

Bridgeport B 25 25Kirby B 14 21BMS standouts — Olivia

Casilla and Juliane Casey combined for eight aces to carry the team to another win. Hannah Brown, Yoelia Martinez, Victoria Rivera, Reagan Hurd and Rhianna Howard also served up aces.

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First Six Weeks A Honor Roll

SECOND GRADE — Han-nah Badejo, Mia Bounds, Kaitlyn Cooksey, Mandy Crooks, Hayley Etter, Kai-tlyn Golf, Jasmine Ham-mett, Abby Hays, Zachary Hill, Maile Hopkins, Sam-uel Hulsey, Joseph Marney, Connor Richardson, Kody Risenhoover, Blake Rodg-ers, Chelsea Sager, Jaiden Smith, Ashlyn Williams, Colton Williams

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First Six WeeksA Honor Roll

FOURTH GRADE — Christina Arevalo, Willie Bean, Elizabeth Bryans, Jennifer Byrd, Samuel Cul-ver, Bryce Rodgers, Shaylee Smith, Sarah Terry, Taylor Wetsel

FIFTH GRADE — Clay Barnett, Amber Bowen, Gar-rett Brooks, Hayden Brown, Kaydee Ford, Shyanne Ho-nea, Preston Montgomery, Savannah Richardson, Judd Smith, Keauna Smith, Mor-gan Taylor, Braden Thomas, Lizeth Uribe, Dakota Wolfe

SIXTH GRADE — Dustin Boyd, Madelyn Busch, Christina Civis, Cameron Clark, Josseline Cruz-Que-vedo, Cameron Hammett, Chandler Hammon, Tyler Kemp, Haley Moore, Kristen Plummer, Dillon Rose, Amy Sanders, Sofi a Scott, Haley Sims, Sequoia Smith, Han-

nah Walden, Allison Waters, Mason Whitt

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phia Ahlgren, Yvette Car-dona, Dalton Cooper, Dee Elkins, Peyton Gittings, Arianna Gomar, Alondra Gomez, Jennifer Harden, Taylor Hensley, Perry Hicks, Taylor Hines, David House, Reece Jordan, McKenzie May, Jeremy McBride, Kay-ley Owens, Cheyenne Partin, Dakota Partin, Taylor Par-tin, Kristian Price, Rebecca Reed, Cheyenne Rose, Hope Sager, Sarah Smith, Brylee Ward, Dylan Weatherford, Regina Williams, Kailee Wright

FIFTH GRADE — Bailee Alexander, Gregory Blount, Alyssa Boaz, Colton Coo-per, Kyle Copeland, Ashtin Cozby, Bradley Deauman, Alexander Esquivel, Shane Ferguson, Maycee Fryhover, Adam Harkness, Brittany Hays, Kate Hill, Abigail Hoch, Makaylah Holden, Ty-ler Horton, Dorie Jolly, Kas-siddy Lester, Michaela Lim-erick, Dalton Lyon, Reagan Marney, Nathan Martinez, Trace Moran, Caice O’Grady, Dalton Parker, Melaney Pou-los, Ronnie Ramirez, Aaron Roberts-Wright, Donovan Sergent, Bradley Tedrow, Tou Vang, Conner Whitlock, Garrett Woodruff

SIXTH GRADE — Camie Allen, Skylar Anderson, Chelsea Arlington, Jackson Basting, Colton Batterton,

Kaytlin Bullard, Jessica Burch, Jacqueline Carlos, John Cheek, Alexis Crane, Samantha Deauman, Heather Denney, Mackenzie Elkins, Logan Ellis, Laura Fenoglio, Savannah Foster, Amanda Goad, Alissa Gor-don, Heather Green, Treav-or Hadden, Aaron Hammett, Abigail Harrell, Savannah Harrison, Aaron Heard, Haylee Holmes, Clifford Lane, Shelby Lavigne, Vale-ria Lugo, Elisha Marney, Mathew McConnell, Tay-lor Nichols, Gunner Partin, Destini Phipps, Caitlyn Ray, Destinie Rodriguez, Kaycee Scroggins, Kaeli Shires, Lu-cas Sims, Olivia Singleton, Carlen Smith, John Soky, Alex Stone, Lindzie Trout-man, Erika Wreay, Miranda Zaicek

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Lane Peace, 12, son of Dean and Lei Ann Peace of Alvord, and Cade Lamirand, 10, son of Jim and Connie Lamirand of Deca-tur, were part of the Texas Cutters baseball team that ended their regular season with a 38-8 record. They qualifi ed for the Super Series tournament in Colorado where they entered as the No. three team in the nation in the 11 and under division. They fi nished second in the national tournament with a 6-2 record.

Lane, a seventh grader at Alvord Middle School, played fi rst base in the national

tournament. Throughout the regular sea-son, he also pitched, played third base and in the outfi eld. Cade, a fi fth grader at Rann Elementary in Decatur, played shortstop, second base and caught for the Cutters.

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Other members of the team were Roy Hedgecock, Wilding Smith, Kevin Bjorndal and Anthony Escobedo of Sanger; Tag Hammer, Landon Bond and Jordan Scott of Gainesville; Dalton Randolph of Valley View; Josh Chavez of Denton and bat boy Draike Sparks of Gainesville. Head coach was Colby Sparks of Gainesville.

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Peace takes his turn at bat at the championship.

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Donna Billmire, hosted a successful Scrap Pink weekend Sept. 26-27.

Local croppers paid to participate in the two-day event and Billmore offered a dis-count on all merchandise in her store. She matched the money raised through pur-chases. Total raised for the Susan G. Komen Foundation was $381.

Scrap Pink weekend was a nationwide benefi t for the Komen Foundation. The foundation funds breast cancer research and services.

DATCU earns

five star ratingBauer Financial has awarded DATCU

Credit Union with its highest rating of fi ve stars.

Federally-insured credit unions are re-quired to fi le detailed fi nancial reports with the National Credit Union Administration four times each year, and Bauer Financial subjects this quarterly data to an unbiased and independent analysis. Based on the

results of this analysis, a star-rating is as-signed on a scale of zero to fi ve stars, with fi ve indicating a “superior and recommend-ed” rating.

DATCU Credit Union, with a branch in Decatur, has reserves and capital twice the regulatory limit.

Boyd clinic closesDr. Tim McIntyre’s Community Clinic of

Boyd has closed. Patients may arrange for transfer of re-

cords by calling (940) 433-5122 or writing Community Clinic, P.O. Box 1655, Boyd, TX 76023-1655.

Locals join

Angus groupJames and Sheila Jordan of Paradise have

joined the American Angus Association and Dustin Davis of Slidell has joined the asso-ciation as a junior member.

The association, with more than 36,000 active adult and junior members, is the largest beef cattle registry association in the world. Its computerized records include detailed information on nearly 16 million registered Angus.

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By CHRIS ROSPRIM

PRESIDENT

GREATER DENTON/WISE COUNTY

ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

Despite what you may have heard or read in the media, people are still buying and selling houses. Is it a good time to sell your house? The answer to that question doesn’t depend on what the media says. It depends on how pre-pared you are for the transaction.

Regardless of your motivation for selling – relocation for work, marriage, children, divorce – you need to know your local market conditions, how to make your house appealing to buyers and how to manage the transaction.

Dollars and sense Buyers can often get past certain

limitations of a house. A kitchen can be updated and an exterior can be paint-ed. But an asking price out-of-line with your home’s worth will stop most con-sumers from looking seriously at your property.

The best way to price your home is to fi nd out what recently sold similar homes in your neighborhood are going for. One way to access that informa-tion is to ask a Texas REALTOR, who can provide you with “comps,” or what comparable properties are selling for.

To each his own People like to walk into a place and

envision themselves living there. Look at the personal touches you’ve added to the home over the years. Have you made some design choices that might prevent a buyer from making that

jump? When this topic is raised to hom-

eowners, they often think of odd color choices or bizarre uses for rooms. While those are both causes for concern, they aren’t the only types of distractions that you should remove. A large piece of art in your living room can take the focus away from a permanent feature of the room like an ornate fi replace. Collages of family photographs may cause buyers to wonder about seller’s family rather than picturing their own in the house.

A Texas REALTOR can provide an objective opinion as to what changes will help buyers see your home as a blank canvass.

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Get out Another way to help buyers see the

home as their own is for you to leave. I don’t mean move out, but you should be somewhere else whenever buyers are viewing your house. Potential buyers may refrain from talking openly about the house with you around. They’ll also feel pressure to leave, which could result in them not taking a good look around.

Have a place you can go on short no-tice when an agent wants to show your

house. Make an arrangement with your neighbor, do errands or go for a walk. Whatever you do, have some-where else to go for 30-45 minutes on short notice.

That’s right, you need to be willing to leave on short notice. And your home also needs to be ready to show at a mo-ment’s notice. Of course, you can make certain times or days off-limits, but any restrictions could hurt your chances of a sale. Talk to your Texas REALTOR to formulate a showing strategy that fi ts your schedule while maximizing your

home’s exposure. Seek professional help

These tips are only a few basics to get you started. A real estate transac-tion contains many moving parts that are best managed with the help of an experienced real estate professional. A Texas REALTOR can help you avoid many transaction pitfalls like working with unqualifi ed buyers or mishan-dling the negotiation, both of which could cost you time and money. For more information, I invite you to visit TexasRealEstate.com.

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By ADRIAN ARREDONDO


Several Wise County 4-H’ers attend-ed the State Fair of Texas in Dallas. All of the 4-H’ers that attended made Wise County proud.

Dairy Goat Show results:Amanda Peters - Boyd 4-H

— Grand Champion Record-ed Grade Junior Doe; Reserve Grand Champion AOP Se-nior Doe; fourth place Senior Showmanship; second place Senior Costume Contest; fourth place Class 3 Dairy Wether

Cheyanne Dollins - Alvord 4-H — Grand Champion AOP Senior Doe; Grand Champion Recorded Grade Senior Doe; Grand Champion Dairy Wether; Best Senior Doe of Show; fi rst place Junior Show-manship

Kara Demmitt - Chico 4-H — third place Class 3 Dairy Wether; 11th place Class 1 Dairy Wether; fourth place La-mancha Doe; fourth Place Showman-ship

Shannon Demmitt - Chico 4-H — third place Class 2 Dairy Wether; fi rst place Class 3 Dairy Wether; fi rst place Senior Showmanship; Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Wether

Michael DeGan - Chico 4-H — fourth place Class 1 Dairy Wether; eighth place Class 2 Dairy Wether

Thomas DeGan - Chico 4-H — sixth place Class 1 Dairy Wether; seventh place Class 1 Dairy Wether

Clayton Egle - Chico 4-H — second place Class 3 Dairy Wether; fi rst place Class 1 Dairy Wether; third place Ju-nior Showmanship

Emily Egle - Chico 4-H —third place Class 1 Dairy Wether

Bailey Morris - Chico 4-H — third place Class 2 Dairy Wether; 11th place Class 1 Dairy Wether; 13th place Class 1 Dairy Wether

Haylee Barksdale - Chico 4-H — ninth place Class 1 Dairy Wether

Shelby Simmons - Alvord 4-H — sev-enth place Class 1 Dairy Wether; 12th place Class 1 Dairy Wether; second place Class 2 Dairy Wether; fi fth place AOP Senior Doe 3 year old

Heart of Texas Livestock Show

Monika Qualls — Paradise 4-H — fi rst place and High Point Individual in Horse Judging

We are very proud of all of these kids. Keep up the good work.

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More than 200 ex-stu-dents, teachers and guests attended a day-long home-coming at Alvord High School recently.

This year’s theme was the 50s, and all classes from the era were recognized. Irene Claborn Watts of Alvord, class of 1939, won the prize for the 50s dress contest.

Honored guests were past valedictorians and salutato-rians. Awards were given to the following:■ Oldest Valedictorian,

Nellie Greenwood Goodwin Nivens of Alvord, class of 1932; ■ Youngest Valedictori-

an, Lana Caswell Garcia of Sherman, class of 1967■ Oldest Salutatorian,

Ethel Rowett Averett of Lubbock, class of 1950■ Youngest Salutatorian,

Mary Garrett Hampton of Alvord, class of 1980.

Fun awards were be-stowed on:■ Newest Newlywed, Car-

roll Hicks of Holbrook, Ariz., class of 1955 ■ Most Children, Mat-

tie Gregg Cheek of Wichita Falls, class of 1940 ■ Most Grandchildren,

Jimmie Sue Johnson of Bowie, class of 1952■ Wearing the Oldest

Senior Ring, Mary Boner Creighton of Mineral Wells, class of 1964■ Couple married the

longest, Mattie and Gregg Cheek■ Least amount of hair,

Paul Peyton of Bellevue, class of 1957

Given a desk plaque at the program were Garry Pierce, class of 1964 and Barbara King Pierce, class of 1965, for being honored as home-coming king and queen in the pre-game activities the night before at Bulldog Sta-dium.

Also during pre-game fes-tivities, the homecoming pa-rade awards were given to:■ Teresa Madar of State

Farm Insurance in Decatur, Top Dog Award (best over-all)■ Gay Houston’s entry,

Dog Bone Award (displayed most creative school spirit)■ Pee Wee Cheerlead-

ers, Rufus’ Choice Award (displayed the most school spirit)■ Refl ections, Nifty Fifty

Award (best overall 50s theme)■ Legend Bank, Bulldog

Backer Award (best overall business with 50s theme)

Organizer of the parade was Kim Yale Redman.

This year’s bi-annual homecoming was organized by Carol Stout Donavon, Da-vid Goodwin, Kaye Sharp, Betty Curtis Woods, Barba-ra Sigler Robinson, Donnie Parker, Lisa Wiley Hale and Earlene Hancock Niblett.

HOMECOMING — Mike Sherman, left, from Fruitland, Idaho,

class of 1973, was recognized recently at the Alvord Ex-

Students-Teacher Association Homecoming for traveling the

farthest. Noted for being the oldest graduate in attendance

was Nellie Greenwood Goodwin Nivens of Alvord, class of

1932. Mary Garrett Hampton, class of 1980, was named the

youngest salutatorian present at the event. More than 200

people were on hand at Alvord High School for the bi-annual

event.

OUT OF SCHOOL 65 YEARS — Celebrating their 65th

anniversary were graduates from Alvord Blanton Magers of

Electra, Willard Howell of Decatur, Ruth Cage Bramlett of

Sunset and Audra Faye Nikirk Whitaker of Decatur.

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Northwest Reads: Help Instill a Love of Reading

You can help instill the love of reading in a child. Northwest ISD Partners in Education is sponsoring the Second Annual Northwest Reads on Oct. 31 from 9-10 a.m. Don’t miss this oppor-tunity to share a book with a child. Volunteers will read a book to an elementary class and are even encouraged to explain how they enjoy reading and how they use reading in their workplace. Register before Oct. 27 by contacting Kelli Marshall, Partners in Education spe-cialist, at 817-215-0172.

Marching Texan Band Receives 1st in ClassThe Marching Texan

Band placed 1st in their class, winning captions for “Outstanding Music Gen-eral Effect” and “Outstand-ing Percussion” and placing 3rd overall from a fi eld of 22 bands at Denton “Golden Triangle Marching Contest.” The band competed Satur-day, Oct. 4.

Student Qualifi es for State, Team Brings

Home AwardsThe Northwest High

School Speech team compet-

ed in the RL Turner Speech Tournament over the Oct. 4 weekend. Chester Rush-ing placed 2nd in Dramatic, qualifying him for the state competition in March. Fol-lowing are the team’s other successes:■ Kendee Long, Devin

Strait and Chester Rushing were all semi-fi nalist in Po-etry■ Devin Strait semi-fi nal-

ist in Prose■ Seth Womack 3rd place

in Prose■ Jennifer Marsden semi-

fi nalist in Oratory and 3rd place in Congress■ Devin Strait and Ches-

ter Rushing 4th place in Duet Acting

Middle School Stu-dents to Receive TCU

Tickets for AchievementRepresentatives from TCU

will make a special appear-ance at Gene Pike and Ch-isholm Trail middle schools on Oct. 24 during each school’s pep rally. As part of a promotion with Devon Energy, students scoring the highest on the math chal-lenge exam will receive a free ticket to TCU’s Home-coming game on Saturday.

NISD Holiday Greeting

Card Art ContestAll Northwest ISD stu-

dents are encouraged to en-ter the 6th Annual Holiday Card Art Competition. Stu-dents from all grade levels may enter a 2D piece of art work to be displayed on the front of this year’s NISD Holiday Card. The entry deadline is Oct. 31. For more information, see the link on the district’s Web site at www.nisdtx.org.

NISD Adult and Com-munity Education Offers

Fall CoursesThe Northwest ISD Adult

and Community Education program is offering a variety of courses this fall, in addi-tion to GED/ESL classes and an array of online courses. If you are interested in enroll-ing in any of the following courses, please call 817-215-0273.■ “Agriculture Property

Tax Qualifi cations” will be offered from 6:30-8 p.m. on Oct. 23. This workshop tar-gets those who want to know the real estate qualifi cations for agriculture tax status in Denton County. The course costs $5. ■ “How to Start a Pet Sit-

ting Service” will be held

from 7-9 p.m. on October 23. This course will include helpful tips and strategies for beginning a successful pet sitting company. The course costs $25. ■ “Installing Your Own

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This newspaper will not know-ingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings adver-tised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.

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• Large building with Approx 7700 sq. ft. total includes:

• Approx 1900 sq. ft. Retail/Office space.

• Approx 5800 sq. ft. Warehouse with 3 roll up bay doors,

18 wheeler unloading dock.

• Huge parking or equipment area

Professional Offi ce Space in Rhome

Rent Executive Suite or Multiple Offi ce

Spaces for fl at rate.

Call Allen at 817-501-8410

$2,000 Sign-on Bonus

Full-Time LVN/Schedule Coordinator

Needed In Decatur

• Support from an organization that keeps our promises to our employees, our patients and their families.• Excellent salary plus INCENTIVES• Primarily Office Based Position• Competitive Benefits Package including medical & dental plan• 401(k) Plan w/company match & Supplemental Benefits Plan• Paid-Time-Off (PTO) - 18 PTO Days Annually to Start• 7 Company Paid Holidays• Great team oriented work environment

• M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. work week

To apply, please call Sherri Lyons, RN Clinical

Supervisor at 940-683-8171.

DOCTORS’ HOSPITALBRIDGEPORT

Lab MT’s - Check out our New Salary Structure

Surgical Services Director/ RN

Charge Registered Nurses/ All Shifts

Registered Nurses - Nights Full Time

PRN RN’s at $35 per hour

Tom Harrison

Human Resources1905 Doctors’ Hospital Drive

Bridgeport, TX 76426

940-683-0327 • 940-683-0485 [email protected]

RENTALS

• Apartments • Business Property • Condos/Town Homes • Duplex Housing • Homes • Mobile Homes • Rooms • Roommate Wanted • Spaces & Lots • For Lease • Wanted to Rent • Wanted to Lease • Facilities • Storage Buildings

Acreage

5 ACRES FOR SALEOliver Creek Ranch Addition.(817)925-9942.

HOME ON 40 ACRESBetween Boyd & Decatur, 4/2/4,20x20 office, 60x60 barn, outbuild-ings, pens, 2 tanks, coastal wildlife.(940)393-9077.

PARADISE, CR 345110 acres, restricted tracts, wooded.Call Nolan, (940)393-1020; or Deb-bie, (817)925-9208.

SW WISE COUNTYHighway 920 North, 40 acres im-p roved pas tu re , f enced ,cross-fenced. 48x66 barn/livingquarters, granite counters, tilefloors. Qualified buyers only. $350k.(940)394-6027.

Duplexes

INVESTOR’S DREAM!Newly constructed duplexes avail-able Nov. 1. Full amenities, 3/2, ap-proximately 1,250 square feet/side.$214,900. 403 & 405 Mulberry, De-catur. Call Kell ie Johnson,(214)682-4625.

Homes

**FOR SALE BY OWNER**HUGE LAKEFRONT HOME

4,900 square foot, lovely custombrick home on 1.5 acres. 5-bed-room, 4-bath, large kitchen with is-land, custom cabinets, tile floors, of-fice, large workshop & garage. Mustsee to bel ieve! $425,000.(817)270-4660.

3-BEDROOM, 2-BATH3-car detached garage on 5 acres,wooded, open concept. BridgeportI S D . F S B O , $ 2 4 5 , 0 0 0 .(940)393-1242.

5 MILES SE OF DECATURNew brick, 3/2, 1,894 & 4/2, 2,062square feet living on 2 aces. Granitecounter tops, wood, tile & carpet.30x40 garage/shop. Decaturschools. $188,900k. (817)283-1919.

ALVORD2-bedroom, 1-bath, 2-living areas,large lot. $69,000. 101 N. StadiumDrive. (940)389-2024.

BEAUTIFUL NEW CUSTOM3/2 w/large lot, loaded w/extras!Landscaped w/sprinklers, 2122square feet. $221,900. Call KellieJohnson, (214)682-4625.

BRICK HOME ON 5 ACRESwith sheds & storage. New Fairviewarea. Owner financing possible.$222,000. (940)210-0735.

FSBO DECATURLarge 2/1/2.5, 2-living areas, extra8x10 room, large lot, privacy fence,storage building. (940)399-9059,Kris. See pictures and room sizes@ www.everythingwise.com

LAKE HOME -

END OF SEASON

PRICING!From $229,550 to

$187,500

Great view, waterfront,dock, 3 bedrooms,

2 full baths on LakeBridgeport. Updated

& very clean!

940-393-2538 or 972-768-3811 for appt.

NEW CONSTRUCTIONin Alvord, by owner. Energy Starrated. 3/2.5/2, formal dining, study,gourmet kitchen, designer masterbath; large 12x65 deck, shaded by agreat oak tree. (940)427-2351.

OWNER FINANCE5-bedroom, 4.5-bath, 4-car garage,3.75 acres, 5,300 square feet, pond,2 water wells. Decatur ISD.(972)849-8717.

WAY BELOW MARKET2.5 acre ranchette, Heritage Creek.3/2.5/2 brick, 2.5 acres w/shop.$158,900 Shari Guess, Buy WiseReal Estate, (940)399-3900.

Lots

LOT FOR SALE106 Hale St., Decatur. Survey,houseplans & engineered seal forslab. Great location. $22,500. Con-tact Laurie, (940)627-5450.

RESTRICTED LOTSnear Decatur. 10.01 acres,$139,900. 5.50 acres, $82,500. 5acres, $75,000. Build to suit.( 9 4 0 ) 3 9 3 - 8 7 4 0 , B a r r y ;(214)803-2784, Charlie.

Mobile Homes

3-BEDROOM STARTER HOMEHome has new carpet, appliances &fenced backyard! $0/down w/pay-ments less than rent & no creditneeded! (817)501-8483.

BRING THE KIDS!Large 4-bedroom country home on1+ acre. Home has oversized familyroom & fenced yard! $0/down &owner ass is ted f inanc ing.(817)501-8483.

FREE ESTIMATESMove, set-ups, re-levels. In & out ofstate. Licensed, bonded, insured.Repos. RBMobileHomes.com,(940)683-5547. RBI #36191.

OWNER FINANCEWe have two cute 2/2’s in Newarkmobile home park. Oversized coun-try setting lot. Newly renovated &carpeted. One has fenced dog run.A l l u n d e r $ 5 0 0 / m o n t h .(682)286-0693, agent #036227.

VERY NICE 4/2upgraded kitchen, thermal windows,4-ton heat pump, fireplace, largedeck, very efficient. $65,000. Mustbe moved! (940)393-1001.

WILLIAMS MOBILE HOME SERV.Best deal on moving, set up & trimouts. Bonded, licensed & insured.(940)433-3117.

Business property

Commercial office space for lease,Decatur. 2,135 square feet.(940)389-5407.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTYOffice/retail space. 1,000-7,000square fee t fo r l ease .(940)627-2510.

Space available in salon for yourgreat idea: massage, nail/facial,gifts, etc. Call (940)433-3030.

Condos, town homes

Lovely townhome, Runaway Bay,large 2-bedroom, 2-bath, fireplace,appl iances. View of gol fcourse/lake. HOA pool. Nosmoking/pets. (972)380-8939.

Duplexes

**NOW IN BRIDGEPORT**Lovely & spacious duplexes, 3-bed-room, 2-bath. $850/month & up with$450/deposit. Vaulted ceilings, cov-ered porch, appl iances &washer /d rye r connec t i ons .(817)270-HOME.www.rhinopropertygroup.com.

3-bedroom, 2-bath brick duplex incountry, CH/A, 1,200 square foot,storage/trees, water included, 13miles NE Decatur. $675/month.(940)466-9702.

NEW DUPLEX, BRIDGEPORTAvailable Nov. 1. Large 3/2, spa-cious yard, nice neighborhood. Nopets, no smoking. $850/month,$500/deposit. Cell, (940)389-4066;(940)393-2994.

Homes

2/2/1 carport, updated. No Pets, nosmoking. $700/month. 504 S.Church, Decatur. (972)983-4333

3-BEDROOM, 1-BATHMain Street in Rhome. $675/month.Cannon Property Management,(940)368-1811.

3-BEDROOM, 2-BATH BRICK in Decatur. Available Nov. 15.$1,200/month plus deposit and ref-erences. (817)992-5618.

3/2 home, Runaway Bay. Golfcourse view, 2,500 square feet.$1,500/month. (940)399-8880.

RHOME RENTAL3/1.5/1 CP, fenced backyard, North-west ISD, quiet neighborhood, nosmoking, some pets OK. Availablenow. $895/month, $650/deposit.Owner/agent, (940)399-3900.

Attention: horse people. Beautiful1-bedroom, 2-year-old home on 18acres. $900/month. All utilities in-cluded. Access to stalls, pasture.Call for details. Available immedi-a t e l y . ( 9 4 0 ) 3 9 5 - 4 0 6 6 ,(940)395-4069.

JUSTIN 3/2/2nice brick, built 2005. $995/month,$1,000/deposit. No smoking/pets.Community pool/park. NorthwestISD. (940)399-3900.

Mobile Homes

4-BEDROOM, 3-BATH manufactured home on 27 acres,fenced 16x20 storage building. 15miles north of Decatur, off FM 51.$1,400/month. (817)988-7124.

One 3/1 & two 2/2’s available, allDecatur ISD. For more information,call (940)626-8117 or apply in per-son at Xtreme.

Spaces & lots

LOST CREEK RV PARKFM 2264, Decatur, TX. Daily,weekly and monthly rates.(940)255-0069

SUNSET RV PARKCentrally located between Decatur,Bridgeport, Bowie on Highway 287.Full hook-ups, free laundry, freewireless internet. (940)845-2007.

Wanted to lease

Acreage, 20+, for cow/calf opera-tion. References and insurance pro-vided. Willing to do minor repairs.B o y d a r e a p r e f e r a b l e .940-433-2974.

EMPLOYMENT

Business opportunity

Operating restaurant in Decatur,Highway 287, for lease. Rent$3,900/month. Some equipment in-cluded. (817)228-0342.

Employment information

!!ATTENTION!!Advertising under this classifica-tion is normally not a bona fideopportunity. Typically, compa-nies advertising here offer infor-mation about potential employ-ment. Some are selling this infor-mation. We suggest that ourreaders thoroughly investigatethese advertisers before invest-ing any money.

Adult/Elderly Care

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS for senior adults. Requirements: De-pendable, flexible hours, providepersonal assistance, clean back-ground. Ray of Sunshine SittingService, (940)433-5464.

Food service

Remodeling &

Expanding

Cooks Needed

Grill Experience

Apply in Person1306 E. Business 380

Decatur

Subway now hiring responsible peo-ple to work all shifts. Apply in per-son, 1822 FM 51 South, Decatur.Attention: Keesha.

Dishwasher/Stewards interested inlearning how to cook for a living.Positions available both day andnight. Under new management.(940)433-2055. Garrett CreekRanch supports a drug-free work-place.

Need experienced meat cutter. Ap-ply at Diamond Supermarket,Bridgeport. (940)683-2300.

NOW HIRINGLine Servers

10 Positions to be filled Immediately

$7+/hr.

• Dependable • Strong Work Ethic • Drug Screening

Sean’sSean’sMesquite

Pit BBPit BBQQ

Apply in personSee Manager for Details

401 N. Hwy 287, Decatur

940-627-7227

Taking applications for assistantmanager. Apply at Diamond Super-market, Bridgeport, TX.

Medical/Dental

INTEGRACARE HOSPICEOF DECATUR

is now hiring forFULL-TIME FIELD RN

PRN FIELD RNSWe offer:*Competitive base salary + Incen-tives*Paid time off: 18 PTO days annu-ally*7 Paid company holidays*Comprehensive healthcare benefitsplan*401k plan with generous companymatch*Gas mileage reimbursement*Plus much more!To apply, please call Serene Smith,Administrator at (940)627-2715.

LVNOR

MEDICALASSISTANT

needed for growing

Medical Practice located

in Decatur. Seeking high

energy candidate able to

multi-task and work in a

fast paced environment.

Experience preferred.

Full time with benefits.

Interested applicants

mail resume to:

P.O. BOX 707

Decatur, TX 76234

Home health RNs, are you tired ofrising fuel costs? Progressive homehealth agency is seeking per visitRN. Must have excellent clinical andIV skills. Flexible scheduling. Homehealth experience helpful but willtrain the right candidate. New com-pany cars and fuel provided for allvisits! For immediate consideration,please fax resume to (940)683-3302or call Kim Cantrell, RN Administra-tor at (940)683-3300. Home HealthCare of North Central Texas, Inc. islocated at 1804 Chico Highway,Suite 104 in Bridgeport, Texas.

VETERINARY ASSISTANTAssist with providing exceptionalcare for all types/breeds of pets.Maintain safe, sterile facility. Goodcustomer service skills. Related ex-p e r i e n c e p r e f e r r e d .Part-time/full-time. Apply in personor call for appointment: PETHEALTH CENTER, (940)627-8387.

Home health agency seeks respon-sible caring adults to help with dailyliving tasks. Wise County openings.P l e a s e c o n t a c t B e t t y ,1(800)866-6705.

EMPLOYMENT

• Business Opportunity

• Employment Information

• Adult/Elderly Care

• Childcare

• Food Service • Medical/

Dental • Miscellaneous

• Offi ce • Retail/Sales

• Trades • Work Wanted

EMPLOYMENT

Join our team...

DENTON STATE SCHOOLYou Can Make a Difference in People’s Lives

Now Hiring:RNs and LVNs

Chief Nurse ExecutiveNurse Educator

PhysicianMedical Director

Dentist

Associate PsychologistData Analyst

Direct Care (Mental Retardation Assistants)

CookMotor Vehicle Technician

Apply Online at:

www.careersatdads.com

Denton State School3980 State School Rd.Denton, TX 76202940-591-3364TTY 1-866-839-2727

Excellent BenefitsRetirement

Paid Sick LeavePaid Vacation

Up to 14 Holidays

EEO/ADA Employer

West Fork Tank Trucks, Inc.Accepting applications for experienced drivers

and mechanics. Drivers must have Class A CDL plus tanker endorsement, good driving record,

must pass drug test. Pick up application at office.

259 CR 1510, Bridgeport940-683-1027

401(k), INSURANCE,401(k), INSURANCE,

HOLIDAY & VACATION PAYHOLIDAY & VACATION PAY

CDL Preferred

The Most Established Oilfield CompanyIn the Area is Looking for Experienced Drivers to Join our Professional Team

of Service Providers In Our Bridgeport, Weatherford & Cleburne Yards.

Class A CDL + Tanker endorsement requiredClean driving record

APPLY IN PERSON:

Bridgeport Tank Trucks

601 Hwy. 380 • Bridgeport, Texas

“Serving the Area for Over 32 Years”

• Competitive pay based on experience• Night shift premium• Drive late model

equipment• Local company• Safety Bonuses• Paid vacations• Group health insurance• Retirement plan

Lonesome Dove Transports

Rapidly growing tank truck company is seekingExperienced Vacuum Truck Drivers

Day Positions Open Immediately• Must have Class A CDL + Tanker Endorsement

• Must be 25 years old + Good driving record• Starting Pay - Commensurate with experience • Night Shift Differential Pay

• Health, Dental and Life Insurance Benefits• 90 Day Merit Review

• Quarterly Merit and Attendance Awards Program• Safety Award Program

• Paid Vacation after one year

Call or apply in person at:

4566 N. US Hwy. 287, Alvord, TX

940-626-8248 or 888-800-0950

Leading tank truck company is seeking experienced

DRIVERSfor three of its locations.

CDL + Tanker endorsement required.Excellent pay & benefits including Health, Dental, Life, Retention

Bonus plus matching 401(k). Call or apply in person at:

17709 Hwy 380 W.Ponder, TX 76259940-482-9670940-389-5772Juan Mercer

189 Bearcat Rd.Aledo, TX 76008

817-441-2687940-391-9071

Paul Carter

902 S. Main St.Jacksboro, TX 76458

940-567-2887940-391-9444

Shannon Swanson

Join Our Team!Join Our Team!We have an immediate opening for an experienced Driver to deliver fuels

& lubes in Chico & surrounding areas. Must have CDL w/Hazmat, ability

to lift up to 100 lbs, clean driving record. Will be delivering/unloading

products & interacting w/customers. We offer competitive pay & excellent

benefits including Sign-On Bonus!.

Call 940-644-2348 if interested.

Production ManagerSheet Metal Job Shop

Will oversee all aspects and scheduling of produc-

tion to meet customer demands. 10 yrs. experience

in metal fabrication. Engineering experience a plus.

Salary based on experience. We offer 401(k), Health

Insurance, Personal Days, Vacation Pay, Holiday

Pay, and a Profi t Share bonus plan.

Interested candidates should send a detailed

resume to P.O. Box 941, Chico, TX 76431.

Cleveland Tank TrucksDrivers Wanted

Class A CDL - w/tanker endorsementClean driving record

Must pass DOT drug screenPaid weekly/benefi ts

940-683-4440

Connecting You with Wise County’s Employees AND Employers.

Wise-JobsWise-Jobs.com.com

For an exciting career

in private sector

corrections, consider

the industry leader.

CORRECTIONSCORPORATION OF AMERICA

is seeking applicants for the following positions at it’s Bridgeport

Pre-Parole Transfer Facility

Registered Nurse

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Correctional Officers

Excellent Benefits Package

Full-time:

Health, Dental and Vision Ins., Life Ins.

401(k) Retirement Plans • Stock Options

Personal & Sick Leave • Paid Holidays

Service/Employee recognition programs

Career Advancement Opportunities

Apply in person at: Bridgeport Pre-Parole Transfer Facility,222 Lake Road, Bridgeport, TX 76426

940-683-2162

CCA is an equal opportunity employer

M/F/Vet/Dp

Miscellaneous

Part-time help wanted at MoonshineLiquors. Must be 21-years-old, pre-sentable. Bilingual a plus. Call forapplication, (940)683-2838.

Offi ce

COME GROW WITH US!Full-time position needed for a bailbond company in Decatur. Interest-ing job for a friendly person that en-joys helping people. No experienceneeded, bilingual a plus. Call for anappointment. (940)390-6050.

Full-time teller needed at First Fi-nancial Bank. Accepting applica-tions at 909 Stevens Street, Bridge-port. EEO/AAP.

General office help needed. Com-puter skills preferred, bilingual aplus. Pick up application at 405 W.Walnut, Decatur.

Retail/Sales

We have

GoodThingsin

Store.

An equalopportunityemployerM/F/D/V

Sales AssociateSherwin Williams, a leader in the paint and coatings industry, has an opening at our Decatur,TX store for a (part-time) Sales Associate. In thisposition, you will assist customers, stock and price products, maintain store displays and tint and mix paint. (Position requires 28 hours per week.)

Here’s what you get: Competitive salary,vacation pay, growth opportunities, company-paidpension (minimum hours required to be eligible), company-paid training, employee discounts; plus excellent insurance and 401(k) for full-time employees.

Here’s what you need: High school diploma or equivalent; ability to work all scheduled hours; valid drivers license; appropriate vehicleinsurance.

Apply at: The Sherwin-Williams Company 601 West Ford Street Decatur, TX 76234

Tel:940-626-0086 Fax:940-626-0029

Diamond W Truckstop and DryCreek Store in Bridgeport, full-timecashiers needed. Apply in person.Serious applicants only. NODRUGS!

Trades

CHANEY TRUCKINGLooking for safe, dependable, ClassA CDL drivers with 1-year verifiableexperience. Peterbilt trucks, paidhealth insurance, matching 401k,vacation, home every night. Call1 (800)448-6323, Mon. -Fr i . ,8a.m.-5p.m.

Driver needed for pneumatic tanker(sand), CDL-A required, 2-yearsverifiable driving experience re-quired. Insurance available, paid va-cation. Peterbi l ts available.(817)683-1440.

Driver wanted for sand and gravelcompany. CDL and clean drivingrecord a must. Bobtail truck andtrailer experience. Dozer and heavyequipment experience a plus!(940)627-6868.

Drivers wanted for belly dump.(940)389-6558. or (940)389-6793.

Drivers needed for end dumps &vacuum trucks, local hauling, paidhourly. Call Marvin, (940)389-2579;(940)577-5847.

Help wanted, licensed journeymanelectrician or experienced helper.Parker Electric, (940)433-8627 or(817)996-9514, cell.

Hometown Welding seeking singlehand welders. Pay based on experi-ence. Must be able to pass weldingtest. Apply in person at 1803 E.Highway 114, Boyd. Call for direc-tions, (940)433-5928.

JM Materials, the rock company thatcares about you. Your experience isour gain and your opportunity.Home nights, 26% based on experi-ence. Insurance available, multiplebonus programs, holiday pay, vaca-tion and sick pay. Must have goodMVR, be 23-years-old and have aClass A CDL. Call for details andappointment, (940)427-2033.

HS ServicesTruck Drivers Needed

• Class A CDL• 25 yrs. or older

• Starting pay-$15/hour• Time and half overtime• Clean Driving Record

• Pass Drug Screen• Local Hauling

• Home every night

940-433-8051940-393-2456


EMPLOYMENT

Terms: “As Is, Where Is” NO Warranty expressed or implied.Only Cash or Check with Proper ID. 10% Buyer’s Premium. Rain or Shine.

Cell (940)507-1433 • RUSS HESS AUCTIONSAuctioneers: Russ Hess • TX Auction Lic #11610

Richard Collins • TX Auction Lic # 16166

-- AUCTION--SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25 @ 10 AM

LOCATION: 3 Miles West of the Jacksboro, Texas Courthouse on Hwy. 380 WestView both auctions & photos at www.russhessauctions.net

This sale will consist of Farm, Ranch, Tools Equipment, Estate Guns, Coins, Currency,7x7x20 S-H Gooseneck Stock Trailer, 3 pt Seeder, Antique Display Cases, Lg. Shop Fan,Tires and Wheels, Exercise Equipment, Old Doors, Rubbermaid Child’s Yard Playsets,Tool Boxes with Tools, Old Wood Fishing Lures, Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture, 2 newSaddles, Matched Pair of Black Vanity Sinks with matching Toilet, 3 compartment s/sKitchen Sink, School Lockers, Knives, Native American Pots and Blankets, Old WeddingRing Quilt, Playboy Mag. Collection, Aluminum Windows, Marbles, Ammo, Chaps, ChainSaw, Cutting Torch Set, Snake Hide, Cowhide, Camping Supplies, Pipe Wrenches, Crocks,New Tennis Shoes, Primitives, 10K Gold Ranger Buckle Set, Oil Lamps, Art, Trumpet,Mower Tires and Wheels. This is just a partial list. We will be taking good consignmentsup until auction day. Concession on premises. Plan to spend the day!

,

Charles Connour, License #7216 Pictures on web • ccauction.com

214-755-4785

Saturday, Oct. 25 • 6 p.m.1 mile east of Boyd on Hwy. 114 or 4 miles west of Rhome on Hwy. 114

Collectibles, Glassware, Furniture, Antiques, Tools

500 Lots, Consignments Welcome, Estate Specialist.

Auction Every Saturday, 6 p.m.

10% BP, Seating, Air Cond., Open 2 p.m., Good Food On Site.

AUCTION

ClearViewTree Service and Stump Removal

- Toll Free -

1-866-606-3224

• Tree Removal

• Stump Grinding

• Storm Damage Experts

• Chipper Service

• Bucket Truck

FREE ESTIMATES(Senior Citizen Discount)

Fully Insured

Wise and Cooke County

rrs TM

Most Credit Cards Accepted

3261 S. Hwy 101

940-683-2005940-683-2005

Roll off

containers

availableavailable

Top Prices Paid all Scrap!

BRIDGEPORT

IRON & METAL

Mon.-Fri 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. • Sat. 8-11:30 a.m.

Office: 940-627-3059Cell: 940-393-3964Fax: 940-626-4996

PO Box 1504Decatur, TX 76234

Pump Sales & ServiceComplete Water Well Drilling & Repair

Storage Tanks & Boosting Equipment & InstallationResidential, Municipal & Commercial

Emergency Service Availablewww.aandvwater.com

Lic. #2774AI

A&V WaterJohn & Mary Haynie

Crushed StoNeRoad Base • Location Rock • Screened Fill DirtRoad Base • Location Rock • Screened Fill Dirt

Best Prices & Product in Wise Co.Call Mike Farris -Call Mike Farris - 214-676-0717 • 940-627-3595214-676-0717 • 940-627-3595

Childcare

Registered in-home child care pro-vider located in Rhome. For moredetails, please call Angela @(214)686-0342.

Business

1-bedroom barn apartment, north ofDecatur. $60/night. (940)627-2682.

AIRWORKS BY SCOTTMobile home & residential AC &heating, repair, installation. 10% dis-count age 65 & older .TACLB017017E. (817)724-8680.

CONSTRUCTION

Remodeling - All Types

• Garage Conversions

• Drywall, Paint, Texturing

• Kitchens, Baths, Etc.

FREE ESTIMATES

940-210-8170

DH

GARAGE DOOR & GATESales, service & installation. ServingMontague, Wise & surroundingcounties. (940)366-3991, Joe;(940)399-6625, Steve.

LET’S TALK ABOUT the most personalized shopping ex-perience around: AVON. ContactBarbara Reed, ISR; (940)841-0521,(940)575-9217. Shop online:www.youravon.co//breed

Housecleaning

CNS HOUSECLEANINGNo job too small. Residential & com-mercial. Reasonable rates, Refer-ences available. Dependable,20-years experience. Call Carla,(940)577-4159.

HOUSECLEANINGReasonable rates. I supply every-thing. (940)627-9356.

TODAY’S TOUCH CLEANINGCare. Bonded. Residential and com-mercial. (940)210-1726.

Let me fi x it

A+ HANDYMAN SERVICEGeneral home repair/maintenance,auto tune-ups, lawnmower/tillertune-ups. Fence, sprinkler mainte-nance/repair. 30+ years experi-ence. Dependable, trustworthy. CallK a r l , ( 8 1 7 ) 9 9 5 - 7 9 6 0 ,(940)627-1115.

KDB CONSTRUCTIONHome repairs, remodeling, ceramictile, hardwood floors, linoleum,sheetrock repair, electrical, t rim,plumbing, decks, storage buildings.12-years experience. Journeyman.Michael, (940)399-7026.

RUSSELL’SHome Improvements

& Repair

All Types of

RemodelingRepairs Large or SmallAdd-ons, Decks And More

Call

940-627-6947 or 940-389-4943

SILVER LAKES PLUMBING(214)676-6106, cell. Discount laboron repairs. Call for prices. ServingDecatur/Bowie areas.

Tractor &Backhoe Service

SepticSystemsInstalled

Now offering Storm Shelters!

LEN ROY DONBUILDERS

A Father & Son BusinessRoy & Reyn

817-366-7990Mobile Direct

Also see our ad onhome improvement and

handyman services.

MIKE’S RV SERVICEService calls, insurance work, fullrepairs, power washing, detailing.Also work on horse & enclosed trail-ers. Michael, (940)399-7565.

MILLER’S PAINTING& Remodeling. Interior & Exterior,water damage, fence painting. Reli-able & references. (817)683-7850 or(817)489-3856.

Miscellaneous

RememberRemember

For all your concrete needs!For all your concrete needs!

627-SLAB627-SLAB

Insist on QualityInsist on Quality

Ty Kennedy 940-627-SLABTy Kennedy 940-627-SLABFREE ESTIMATESFREE ESTIMATES

Concrete, Inc.Concrete, Inc.

ALUMINUM CANSWe buy copper, brass, aluminum,insulated wire, long & short iron.Call S&S Recycling, Bowie,(940)872-1998 for best prices

CUSTOM DESIGNSIN EMBROIDERY

Create unique gifts for any occa-sion, Christmas, baby, wedding,birthday and home decor. Call(940)433-8011.

FREE JUNK IRON REMOVALClean up jobs: barns, garages,yards, trash, etc. Free estimates.Pick up old appliances. Jason,(940)577-3368.

Williams’ Hauling & Tractor Works• Brushhog & Finish Mowing• Blading, Plowing & Tilling• Backhoe work, driveways• Dirt, sand & gravel hauling• Land Clearing• All types cleanup & haul-offs• Quality work, fair pricing

James Williams940-399-9138

Insured

FARM ANDRANCH

Farm Equipment

CASE VAC TRACTORNew carb, radiator & alternator; re-built PTO; runs great. $1,700.(940)627-4799.

OCEAN FREIGHT CONTAINERSNew & used. Water tight & rodentproof. Larry Singley, (817)992-9122.

TRACTOR FOR SALEJohn Deere 2120 w/front-end loader& bush hog. Very low hours, goodcondition, runs great. $12,000.(940)872-8000.

Fencing

CHRISTIAN COWBOY FENCINGBarbed wire, horse & goat. Newfence & repairs. Steve, cell,( 8 1 7 ) 3 6 0 - 6 3 8 5 ; h o m e ,(940)626-4660.

DONE RIGHT FENCINGAll types fencing: Ranch, residential,industrial. Custom carports, metalb u i l d i n g s . ( 9 4 0 ) 8 7 2 - 5 5 6 3 ,(940)531-1901.

FARM & RANCH FENCINGPipe & cable, non-climb, barbedwire, entrances, solar gate opera-tors, repairs. Jim at (940)367-7505.

Lawn and garden

LONE OAK LANDSCAPINGPersonalized landscape plans,20-years experience. Plants fur-nished, you plant or we plant. Sod,tree work, decks/patios/walls.(940)389-1778.

TIME FOR FALL PLANTINGBed cleanup, flower planting, fertili-zation, yard cleanup & landscaping.CDK Lawn Service. (940)389-0360.

TREES TRIMMED & REMOVED36 years in business, insured.(817)444-0861, Teater.

Livestock

12% all stock, $7.50, 50 lbs. Deercorn, $8.75, 50 lbs. AGVantageFarm & Ranch Supply, 1817 N.Highway 287, (1 mile north of High-way 380), Decatur. (940)627-2312.

ATTENTION HORSE OWNERSReduce your feed bill. Will removeor possibly buy unwanted horses.(817)360-7617 or (940)627-6904.

ATTENTION: ELK HUNTERSGood riding pack mule, huntedColorado 2007 season & ready for2008 season. $850. (940)368-3860.

BOER GOATS, SELL OR TRADEHerd of Boer goats; guard donkey.Sell or may trade for anything ofvalue. (940)577-5777.

BUY & SELL & TRADEAll classes of horses. All ridinghorses sold, 72 hour unconditionalguaran tee . (940)224-1470 ,(940)644-5956.

C BAR M TACK-FEED-HORSES143 CR4396, Decatur, TX. Cash,c h e c k s , c r e d i t c a r d s .www.cbarm.net, (817)929-3612.

LLAMASweanlings (6-months-old), adults,bred females, guardians & pet qual-ity. We provide training & supportfor new owners. (940)433-5897.

FANCY BRANGUS HEIFERS & BULLS

11-18 months old, older heifers bullexposed. They are good! Alvord,T X , ( 9 4 0 ) 3 9 3 - 5 3 0 6 o r1(800)254-1425.

Great young Angus bulls, ready,$800. Also, want to buy 3-bottommold board p low. Ca l l(940)644-2369.

MILK GOATSLa Mancha or Nubian milk goats;registered show does; somenon-registered; show dairy wethers.(940)577-5777.

NEED A STARTER2 good cows, calve in January. 3heifer calves, 8-months. Registeredbul l . Genet ta Enterpr ises,(940)627-3908.

SHOW QUALITY AQHA/APHAweanlings, yearlings, 2-3 year oldgeldings, professionally trained.Zippo Pine-Bar/Hot Rodders Jet Setb r e e d i n g . ( 9 4 0 ) 7 4 8 - 2 8 8 6 ,(940)859-1143.

Livestock care/training

BH CUTTING HORSEStraining and showing. Excellent fa-cilities. Available for starting2-year -o lds . Era , Texas .(214)543-4470.

FULL CARE HORSE BOARDING $350.00. Indoor round pen, 12x12stalls, 250' arena, pasture, pond,and more. 7 miles west of Spring-town. Steve, (214)669-2355.

HORSESHOEING & TRIMTexas certified farrier. Office,(940)644-5140; cell, (940)399-6981.

Mowing

ANY SIZE ACREAGE MOWEDLarge acreage, $22/acre. Smallacreage, $65/hour. Tommy,(940)482-6578.

Klean KutLawn Care

Mowing • Edging • TrimmingCommercial or Residential

Brush Hog MowingInsured

Kenny MoranCell 817-247-9965

Office 940-433-5470

Pasture and feed

12% all stock, $7.50, 50 lbs. Deercorn, $8.75, 50 lbs. AGVantageFarm & Ranch Supply, 1817 N.Highway 287, (1 mile north of High-way 380), Decatur. (940)627-2312.

2007 FERTILIZED COASTALSquare in barn, $3.50/bale. Roundin field, $20/each. Weed free, fertil-ized, 300 lbs/acre. 400 used 6’T-posts, $1.50/each; or take all$1/each. 176 CR4680, Boyd.(940)433-2633.

CHRISTIAN COWBOY HAYFertilized coastal, 4x5 round bales,$40-$45. Delivery available. Squarebales available also. (940)626-4627,(707)771-9729, cell.

COASTAL HAY2007 cow/goat, $3/bale. 2007horse, $5/bale. 2008 horse,$6.50/bale. No minimum, you load.Boyd, (940)433-2335.

COASTAL HAY2008 freshly cut, large round bales,fertilized & herbicided, $45. 2007wheat, large round bales, $20. Fewsmall square bales. (817)683-6782.

COASTAL HORSE HAY

2008 square bales in barn, fertilized,no weeds. No minimum. BetweenAlvord/Decatur. Delivery available.(817)991-7625, (940)627-2813.

COASTAL ROUND/SQUAREVery heavily fertilized, gorgeoushay! Baling Sept. 27-28. Call for de-tails, (940)872-0930.

FRESH CUTfertilized coastal, large square,$6/each; large round, $45/each.Clean. (940)394-6027.

HAY FOR SALE2007 & 2008. Round & square.(940)389-3683.

HAY FOR SALEHorse quality. Big, round bales,$ 4 0 / e a c h . ( 9 4 0 ) 9 6 9 - 2 2 5 9 ,(940)389-8004.

HORSE QUALITY COASTALClean, heavy squared, $4.50/each.Round, $45/each. (940)627-1966;cell (940)393-9835.

PETS

Pets

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A-1 SPRINGER SPANIELObedience trained. Collier Kennels.www.collierkennels.com(940)626-1443.

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDpuppies for sale. (817)223-0461,cell; (940)748-2896, home.

FREE PUPPIESDad is Blue Tick Hound; mom isLab mix. (940)627-3371, leave mes-sage.

MALE BOXERFawn w/black mask, neutered,5-years-old, good with children.$100. (940)433-2624.

PUPPIES, CKCChihuahuas, $200-$250. Shih Tzus,$350-$400. Poms, $300. Mini Bea-gle, male, 6-months-old, $200. Min-Pins, XX tiny, $250. (817)220-0849.

Rat Terrier puppy, male, $60.(940)433-8313.

REGISTERED SHELTIES6-weeks-old; sable, tri-color, B/W;shots & wormed. 3 females,$300/each; 3 males, $250/each.(940)433-5576, after 4:30p.m.

Shih Tzu/Poodle puppies, gorgeousdark chocolate. Males & females,shots & wormed. Bridgeport area,(817)304-2859.

SMALL DACHSHUND CROSSpuppies, 7-weeks-old, $50/each. 2P o m e r a n i a n s , f u l l - b l o o d ,6-weeks-old; male, $200; female,$250. (940)748-2136.

MERCHANDISEFOR SALE

Furniture

CASUAL DININGtable, oak, $250. Formal dining ta-ble, pecan, $350. Oak entertain-ment center, $200. (940)627-5779or (940)390-1567.

LEASE RETURN SAVINGSSofa and loveseat from $379. Lamppairs from $19. Laptop computersfrom $329. Washer-dryer from$349. Mattress sets from $129.Cash or credit card. Quantities lim-ited. Aaron’s, 1304 Highway 51 S,Decatur, next to Dollar General.(940)627-5043.

Garage sales

!!ATTENTION!!Garage sale ads must be called inBEFORE 11a.m. Tuesday to run inthe Thursday edition. If you wantyour garage sale ad in All AroundWise also, it MUST be called in be-fore 11a.m. Friday THE WEEK BE-FORE the sale. We do not run ga-rage sales the weekend before thesale.

Asegurazas para todo! Te asegura-mos, tu carro con licencia Mexicanao internacional, sin seguro social.Buenos precious! Para mas infor-macion pregunta por Ruben Cantucon Farmers, (940)683-2481

Boyd, 9-3 S. Allen, (old Decatur Ma-chine building), Mon.-Fri., everyweek, 8a.m.-noon. Inside sale! Newitems added daily. Tools, toys & thekitchen sink!

Boyd, FM 730, 5 miles south to 221CR4770, Sat., Oct. 25, 9a.m.-4p.m.Moving sale, farm & householditems, everything must go.(817)996-3535.

Decatur, 1507 S. Church, Fri.-Sat.,Oct. 24-25, 8a.m.-? Rain/shine.Crafts, furniture, baby stuff, miscel-laneous items.

Decatur, CR3471, off FM 730South, between Boyd/Decatur,Fri.-Sat., Oct. 24-25, 8a.m.-5p.m.Multi-family sale, lots of baby items.

Rhome, Oliver Creek Ranch Es-tates, off CR4421, Sat., Oct. 25,open 8a.m. Neighborhood sale, fur-niture, toys, clothes, housewares &more.

Runaway Bay, 2 09 DriftwoodCourt, Sat., Oct. 25, 7a.m.-1p.m.Moving sale, everything must go.Large selection of rifle stocks, more.

Miscellaneous

GOING OUT OF BUSINESSEverything must go! Wagon WheelBargain Center, 549 West Rock Is-land, Boyd. Wed.-Fri., 10a.m.-6p.m.;Sat., 10a.m.-5p.m.

PIPE/ROD5,500 feet of 2 3/8” pipe, tested at5,000 lbs., $3/foot. 5,500 feet of 5/8”rod, $7.75/rod. (940)566-5307.

USED I-BEAMS2 3/8” pipe, $1.40/foot, 25’ long. 4”pipe, $4.70/foot, 45’ long.(940)566-5307.

WHEELCHAIR LIFTSRamps, repairs and scooter rentals.New & used portable scooters. CallMatt Sadberry, MedCare Solutions.(940)575-9261.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

• Appliances

• Clothing/Jewelry

• Furniture

• Garage Sales

• Firewood

• Miscellaneous

• Auctions

FARM AND RANCH

• Farm Equipment • Fencing

• Lawn & Garden • Livestock

• Livestock Care/Training

• Livestock Lost & Found

• Livestock Stud Service

• Livestock Supplies

• Miscellaneous • Mowing

• Pasture & Feed • Poultry

PETS

• Pets

• Pets Lost & Found

• Pet Care/Training

• Pet Stud Services


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Peterbilt-KW 60” walk-in aluminum flat top sleeper,clean & solid $500 obo. Large pickup slide-in box unit,well built, lots of storage, good condition $600 obo.New & Used Dodge Cummins engines, transmissions,injection pumps & much more.

1989 Dodge 3/4-ton Toolbed P.U. with F.I. 318 V-8, AT,clean, solid and dependable truck for $2,950.

1995 Chevy 3/4-ton, 350 F.I. 5-speed HD, Ranch Hands front and rear. Clean, solid and dependable with recent full service & major tune-up, runs & drives excellent.$4395 Cash Firm.

2008 New 25-foot GN trailer by Excel with (2) 7,000 lb.axles with brakes. (2) 10K Lb. Bulldog jacks, adjust-able coupler, locking chain box, wire in metal conduit,treated wood floor, spring assist dovetail ramps & more with Cat Yellow powder coat paint, $4995 firm.

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Boats

WIDOW NEEDS TO SELLgently used 2004 Bennington2275FSI pontoon boat with trailer.Lake ready. 90 HP Mercury plusmany extras. See to appreciate. Call(940)872-5581 or (940)872-0181.$16,000/OBO.

Cars

I’LL BUY THOSE YARD CARSas well as your good used cars.Arvin, (817)925-8768.

1994 Mercedes Benz E420, verygood condition, 179,000 miles.$4,000. Phone (940)389-0961.

Recreational vehicles

1991 SUZUKI ATV185cc 4-wheeler, roll bar, electricstart, $600/OBO. Hoveround electricscooter, like new, $600/OBO.(817)489-2242, (817)229-9791.

2003 HORNET 25’ 5TH WHEELtravel trailer, 1-slide, very good con-dition. $9,995. Call (940)393-3258.

2004 HONDA 450-Rexcellent condition, never raced orridden hard. Also, set of sand tires &rims. $4,300/OBO. (940)389-0657.

PERFECT DEER LEASE CAMPER30 foot, $2,800. For details, call(940)627-5450.

Pickups/Vans/SUVs

1994 MERCURY VILLAGERvan, 68,000 original miles, runsgreat, couple of dents. $3,500. CallLisa, (817)320-1993.

1992 DODGE DUALLYpickup, $3,500. 1970 Chevy dumptruck, $700. 1067 GMC dump truck,$1,000. 1992 gooseneck trailer,$3,500. (940)433-3925.

2000 GMC SAVANNAHfull-sized conversion van, white,ful ly loaded w/TV. $5,000.(940)366-2628.

1982 GMCwith long-wheel base, $600. 1979Chevrolet with long-wheel base,$1,500. (940)644-2260, or see at311 S. Buffalo, Chico.

1998 FORD F150 XLTdark blue, regular cab, 98,561miles, 4 new tires, hard bedcover, 4liter gas engine. $4,995/OBO.(214)543-4470.

Heavy Equipment

1998 CLEMENTS PUP TRAILERnew paint, tagged, ready to work$9,000. 1971 Clements pup trailer inworking condition, not tagged,$4,500. (940)894-2842; cell,(940)872-0456.

Accessories

TIRESMichelin, Maxxis, Toyo, Uniroyal,Goodyear, most any brand. Worthyour time to call. Save on your tires!(940)627-7198, Milton.

Trailers

1999 TAKE 3 CAR TRAILERelectric brakes, 3 axles, good condi-tion. Possibly needs tires & somebrake work. $3,000. (940)393-9853,(940)433-2212.

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WEEKLY ALMANAC

TUESDAY

Mostly sunny and

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Mostly sunny

67° 44°

SATURDAY

Abundant sunshine

72° 46°

SUNDAY

Plenty of sunshine

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thunderstorm

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THURSDAY

Sunny and breezy

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Last New First Full

Oct 21 Oct 28 Nov 5 Nov 13

Denton through Sunday, October 19

Total for the week 0.65”

Total for the month 1.27”

Total for the year 24.88”

Normal for the month 3.02”

Normal for the year 30.57”

Last week’s high/low 82°/47°

Normal high/low 76°/54°

Average temperature 68.1°

Normal average temperature 65.4°

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Possum King L. 1000 997.96 +0.04

L. Bridgeport 836 830.17 -0.03

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Wednesday 7:40 a.m. 6:48 p.m.

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Saturday 7:43 a.m. 6:45 p.m.

Sunday 7:44 a.m. 6:44 p.m.

Monday 7:45 a.m. 6:43 p.m.

Jacksboro 20 4.38 -0.13

near Boyd 16 7.11 +0.59

Bridgeport 12 0.92 -0.01

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you: You’re walking down the sidewalk, you hear a faint chirping sound, and you look down to see a plump baby bird staring up at you and you think that a cute new pet has fallen right into your lap.

But wildlife experts have three words of advice: leave it alone.

“Take pictures, enjoy them, admire them, but don’t mess with them,” said Teresa Shisk-Saling, a veterinary technician at the College of Veterinary Medicine & Bio-medical Sciences at Texas A&M University. “The ab-solute worst thing you can do is pick it up, take it home and try to make it a pet.”

Touching a bird is a bad idea for several reasons. Par-asites, salmonella and other bacterial diseases can all be picked up from wildlife, and although birds are not typi-cally known for biting, they can do some damage with their beaks.

In addition, a well-inten-tioned animal lover may only do more harm than good by moving the bird. The most common reason a young bird ventures out of the nest is because it is fl edging, and human interference does not help.

“It is a teenager, and it’s learning how to fl y and be on its own,” Shisk-Saling said.

“You may see it and think it’s by itself, but chances are mom and dad are real close by keeping an eye on it – and you’re getting in the way.”

The only exception to the hands-off rule is if the bird is injured or in obvious dan-ger, such as being stranded in the middle of the road.

“If it is bright, alert and chirping, it is not hurt,”

Shisk-Saling said.However, if the animal

shows none of these signs, it should be put in a dark, quiet and warm place, such as a box, and taken to a vet-erinarian or wildlife special-ist. Shisk-Saling cautions rescuers not to feed the bird because it can cause compli-cations, and the bird may al-ready have a digestive tract injury.

“If it can’t wait a couple of hours to be fed correctly, it is probably not going to make it anyway,” Shisk-Sal-ing said.

Occasionally, while mov-ing around in the nest, a baby bird will stumble over the edge, or high winds and rain can knock a nest out of a tree, she adds. If this is the case, Shisk-Saling said that some assistance can be giv-en to the animal.

“You can put it back in the nest, but if the nest is too far up, call and get advice from a vet or wildlife expert in your area,” Shisk-Saling said.

“It is also important to keep in mind that some birds pick up their young and carry them back to the nest, and the parents are not

going to abandon the young bird.”

Another way to keep these treetop critters safe is to minimize their predators. Some types of birds, such as mockingbirds, are good at defending their offspring against predators. Others are not, and cat wounds are a common injury seen in wild birds.

Cats should be kept in-doors, especially during spring and early summer. If your cat does venture out-side, put a bell on its collar to warn baby birds that can-not move quickly.

Shisk-Saling said that be-ing educated on how to han-dle – or not handle – wildlife will benefi t both you and the animal. “If a baby bird does stumble into your path, sim-ply enjoy its chirp without thoughts of taking it home,” she added.

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Newark celebrated its annual Cruisin’Days Saturday with a parade, games,auction and entertainment. Above, BayleeCarroll, 3, of Newark is dressed perfectlyfor the event. At left, parade participantsmarch through the streets of Newarkwearing 50s attire. All proceeds benefitedthe Newark Volunteer Fire Departmentand Ladies Auxiliary.

Messenger photos by Julie Duty

Cruisin’

Days

all around wise october 23, 2008

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