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A Wise County Sheriff's Office operation dubbed "Operation Steel Cage" resulted in the arrest of 15 people for solicitation ...
A total of six Wise County sluggers were recognized for their efforts on the diamond in the 2025 season, earning spots on the 2025 Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association's All-State teams.  The ...
Four people were transported to Medical City Decatur after sustaining injuries in a rollover wreck Sunday morning.  The wreck ...
One person was killed and two people were injured after a single-vehicle wreck Sunday morning.  The wreck occurred at 8:41 ...
An elderly man was reportedly killed in a motorcycle wreck east of Decatur Saturday afternoon.  The single-vehicle wreck ...
Tres White has served on the Decatur Eagles basketball team's coaching staff under the last four head coaches. Now, he's ...
A former Texan baseball product will now suit up for a new team after being dealt at the 2025 Major League Baseball trade ...
Flying solo over Wise County in a single-engine plane with failing systems, a pilot in distress picked up his phone and dialed 911. On the other end, Alex “Leydy” Gomez — a Wise County Sheriff’s ...
Growing up in Wise County, Collin White is well-versed in the Battle of Big Sandy rivalry between the Bridgeport Bulls and the Decatur Eagles. But now, White — who was a 3-year varsity utility player ...
DECATUR SET TO OPEN NEW POLICE STATION — For the first time in its history, the Decatur Police Department has a home built for them. On Saturday, exactly 86 years after the city council first voted to ...
A Boyd woman has been arrested in connection with a Parker County fentanyl overdose death.
40 Under 40 Nomination Form This year, the Messenger will recognize a showcase of local business and community leaders under the age of 40 who are making a difference in Wise County. To do this, we ...