Decatur, Texas Ranked as the #12 “Best Place To Retire In Texas.”

People choose where to retire for many of the same quality of life assets that people consider when choosing where to move their families.  SmartAsset recognized Decatur as the #12 “Best Place To Retire In Texas” recently. We ...

The Decatur Elementary STEM Academy is set to open in the fall of 2021.

The Decatur Elementary STEM Academy, part of the Decatur ISD, is set to open in the fall of 2021. The academy is the first of its kind here in Wise County, TX. The sole focus on education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics will i...

The Wright House Arts Now Open in Downtown Decatur, TX

Check out The Wright House Arts now open on the square in Decatur, TX. They showcase local artist work, plus offer lots of great hands on activities and classes.

• Paint Your Own Pottery Parties and Walk-Ins Welcome, 
• Small Group Pottery & Painti...

Wise Health System to receive Covid 19 Immunization Drug

The Texas State Department of Health has announced Wise Health System in Decatur will receive 975 doses of the Pfizer anti Covid 19 immunization drug as early as the week of December 14. Under state direction the first immunization shots will go to health...

Senior Citizen Angel Tree

There is still time to donate to our seniors this holiday season. They are looking for new socks, scarves, word puzzle books and snack items. 

They are taking donations through December 14th. See flyer for drop-off locations.

Christmas Tree Lighting in Downtown Decatur, TX

Come on out to the Tree Lighting Ceremony Tuesday, December 1st from 5:30-6:30pm.

 will be set up for photos.

Will be going live for those who choose to join virtually.

Trinity Street&n...

Small Business Saturday - Look and Shop Decatur, TX

Decatur Wins Volleyball Title

Hitting .340, the Decatur Lady Eagles’ attack overwhelmed Wimberley Saturday, 25-13, 25-12, 25-19, in the 4A final to capture the volleyball program’s fourth state title. Jentry Lamirand buried 14 kills, earning the finals MVP. Setter ...

Wise County Turkey Trot - Decatur Town Square

Decatur Eagles Claim Area Title

The Decatur Eagles (7-5) scored 35 unanswered points in the second half to defeat the Clint Lions (6-1) Thursday at Big Spring High School’s Memorial Stadium, 42-21. According to coach Mike Fuller, Decatur’s 4A regional playoff game wi...

City of Decatur Fire Department Holiday Event Changes

Navy Seal Danny Dietz Memorial Fall Classic at NRS Ranch

Check out this great roping event right here in Decatur this weekend!! 

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Kick-Off Night - Navy Seal Danny Dietz Memorial Fall Classic at NRS Ranch

Next Friday is the Kick-Off for the NRS Fall Classic Roping!

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Radiance! A Holiday Light Spectacular in Decatur, TX

Radiance! A Holiday Light Spectacular has officially opened at the Wise County Fair Grounds!! Make plans to check it out! 

Be sure to get your tickets for this great event right here in Decatur, TX this holiday season! 

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Wise Health System is Accepting Donations - Decatur, TX

Check out how well Wise County ranks amongst all Texas counties.

Texas Being Named The Top State For Foreign Direct Investment And Free Trade

Decatur Swirl - Downtown Decatur, TX

Last TEDC Webinar in 2020

This is the last TEDC webinar in 2020, you don't want to miss it!

The food system is composed of a diverse range of activities – from agriculture and livestock, to restaurants and grocery stores, to food hubs and food incubation kitchens...

Economic activity in Texas continued to recover in August.

DEDC Executive Director Thom Lambert Retiring - Kevin Holzbog Selected as Replacement.

Only 5 Days Left for Early Voting

5 days left for early voting. Here are the times and locations in Wise County. 

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Governor Abbott Announces Over $296 Million In Funding For Public Safety Initiatives In Texas

North Texas - A Hub for Global Innovation

North Texas has the assets and resources ready to grow your business and get your big idea off the ground.

Anchored by the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, North Texas brings diversity in talent and real estate to companies. The North Texas headquarters of Ame...

Girls Night Out - Downtown Decatur, TX

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BARS, WINERIES TO REOPEN NEXT WEEK

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order Wednesday allowing bars and similar establishments to open Oct. 14 at the discretion of county judges. Bars, wineries and distilleries will be able to reopen at 50 percent capacity if the county judge files...

Decatur High School HOMECOMING Celebration

Eagle Booster Club Golf Tournament

Get your team signed up TODAY for the Decatur Eagles Booster Club Golf Tournament on October 17th! 

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New Branding for Energy Worldnet

Check out the new branding for Energy Worldnet! 

Click here to check it out!

Tremendous increase in corporate relocations, expansions to Texas since pandemic hit

Wise County Historic Courthouse Restoration Update

I thought it might be interesting for folks to see regular updates on the historic courthouse restoration grant progress as different phases are underway.  This week, a team from ReckonPoint is performing 3D mapping of the entire interior and ext...

Shark's Rib Fest Golf Tournament

North Texas Giving Day

North Texas Giving Day is an 18-hour online giving event designed to empower everyone to give back to their community by supporting local nonprofits and causes. Click below and search for organizations that could use your help!  #NTXGivingDay&...

Sales Tax Revenue Update From Judge J.D. Clark

DJWC 29th Annual Park Classic Golf Tournament

Get signed up for the 29th Annual Park Classic Golf Tournament on October 2nd at Decatur Golf Club. 

TEDC 2020 Annual Conference

Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension Of Emergency SNAP Benefits For The Month Of September

Video Update for Decatur Town Square - Decatur, TX

Here's a little update from Decatur Town Square! This video was edited and produced by Cooper Read.

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Yesway Moving Headquarters to Fort Worth, Texas

Yesway, which acquired the Allsup’s Convenience Stores Inc. chain last year, is closing its Des Moines, Iowa, headquarters and its Allsup’s corporate office in Clovis, N.M., and opening a new headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas. ...

Ion Defense Sprayer - Available at iOffice in Decatur, TX

iOffice has the tools to help you safely and efficiently sanitize any building, equipment or outdoor space. The Ion Defense Sprayer uses electrostatic technology and is easy to use! 

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Bell Flight unveiled plans for its new Manufacturing Technology Center (MTC) in Fort Worth, Texas!

Bell Flight unveiled plans for its new Manufacturing Technology Center (MTC) in Fort Worth, Texas!

The MTC is an innovative proving ground where Bell will test and refine technologies and processes—demonstrating manufacturing readiness and abilit...

Covid Drive-Thru Testing Available

Appointment needed. 

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Wise Health System’s Drive-Thru Food Pantry Pick Up

Wise Health System’s Drive-Thru Food Pantry Pick Up is this morning from 8-10am! *while supplies last!  A huge thanks to all of our volunteers and the Tarrant Area Food Bank for making this possible in our community! Learn More...

Governor’s Small Business Webinar: Starting a Business in Texas

CASA of Wise and Jack Counties Golf Scramble

Enjoy golf? Want to help out a good cause? Then sign up for the 2020 Four Person Scramble Golf Fundraiser! It is a qualifying event for the RB Golf Course $10,000! 

Charity Challenge and proceeds will go towards helping CASA of Wise and Jack Count...

Wise Networking Luncheon

Please register online at www.gdwcar.com or call 940-387-8212

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Drive Thru Food Pantry Open to the Public

Helping to feed those in need. Located at Wise Health System Main Parking Lot.

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AllianceTexas Virtual Job Fair

Only in-person students eligible

Students in the remote learning model will not be allowed to participate in extracurricular activities at Decatur ISD.

Decatur ISD trustees voted 4-3 for a policy that will prohibit the remote learners from participating in any extracurricular activities d...

Wasabi Wok - Open for Carry-Out

Wasabi Wok, on 51 S in Decatur, is now open for carry out. 

Be sure to check them out:  https://wasabiwokdecatur.com

Decatur Public Library - Mobile Hotspots Available

Need internet? CHECK OUT a hotspot at the Decatur Public Library... what a great thing in today's world!

MOBILE HOTSPOTS AVAILABLE – Decatur Public Library has mobile hotspots available for checkout. You must be over 18 and have a DPL ac...

Front Porch Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Please register via the website or by phone. Feel free to share!

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Trinity Street Building Project

Check out this VIDEO for an update on the Trinity Street Building Project (including restaurant and top patio).

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says "there is no shutdown coming."

As the number of new coronavirus cases in Texas continues to rise and hospitals grow more crowded, Gov. Greg Abbott said Thursday there is no statewide shutdown looming.

Abbott said last week that if the spread of the virus didn’t slow, "the...

State Street Pizza is Hiring!

State Street Pizza is looking for high energy team members to work as a cashier/server/lobby maintenance etc. Will need to help box up pizza/answer phone/take togo orders etc. 

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U.S. labor secretary says "economic rebound" is underway during North Texas visit

The U.S. labor secretary came to Dallas Tuesday with details about hundreds of thousands of dollars going toward North Texas businesses. 

The U.S. labor secretary says an ‘economic rebound’ is underway. More and more jobs are b...

Support builds for local VA facility

Messenger Photo by Mack Thweatt 

The prospect of a veterans hospital in Wise County is picking up steam, following area politicians and representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently touring the Wise Health System hospi...

State Street Pizza Opening Soon

State Street Pizza in Downtown Decatur is hoping to start serving great pizza in 2 weeks!

Check out the sample menu here.

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Eighter From Decatur Charity Bicycle Rally

Saturday August 15th at 7am.

Decatur Jet Center, 351 Airport Rd, Decatur, Texas 76234

8,25,50, or 100 miles! FREE CAMPINGhttps://www.raceentry.com/races/eighter-from-decatur-bicycle-rally/2020/registerEarly Registration Entry Fee $35 ($40 on race day)Regist...

Wise Recovers Economic Relief Fund Grant Application Online

Wise Recovers Economic Economic Relief Fund

The Wise Recovers Economic Relief Fund grant application is now online at: https://wisecountytx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=24.

All you have to submit is the one-page application and a W9. We will begin accepting app...

North Central Texas Virtual Career Fair

Find the Talent You Need at the Workforce Solutions Virtual Career Fair July 9th, 10am-4pm!

https://ecm.nctcog.org/Forms/NCTVirtualCareerFair 

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Rescue Grant Application Extended

The Decatur EDC has extended the Rescue Grant Application Process to July 1st!! Businesses must be in the city limits of Decatur.

The Business Rescue Grant awards up to $2,500 to businesses that qualify. Email application to: info@decaturtx.com

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Restoration of the Decatur, TX Courthouse

The Texas Historical Commission board voted to award Wise County with a $787,753 planning grant for the restoration of our historic courthouse. This grant will allow us to develop architectural plans, specifications, and construction documents to fully re...

Decatur ISD Proposes Pay Raises

The Decatur ISD administration presented a plan to trustees for a 2.5 percent pay raise for employees Monday. The proposed increase would cost the district no more than $605,000. Under the proposed plan the beginning teacher salary would be $51,000. The p...

Voter Registration Deadline

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE – Today is the deadline to register to vote in the July 14 primary runoff election. 

Visit votetexas.gov for information on how to register. 

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Disabled American Veterans Annual Yard Sale Fundraiser

The Disabled American Veterans Chapter 70 and Auxiliary Unit 70 will hold a Summer Garage Sale Fundraiser Friday & Saturday at 2801 (B) S. FM 51 in Decatur (across from Casa Torres). Home decor, furniture, clothing, kitchen, outdoor, and more.&nbs...

Almost all Texas businesses are allowed to open at 50% capacity, Gov. Greg Abbott says.

Gov. Greg Abbott announced his third phase Wednesday of reopening Texas businesses during the coronavirus pandemic, allowing virtually all of them to operate at 50% capacity.

That is effective immediately, and there are "very limited exceptions,"...

Sweet Chicks Reopening June 2nd

Saturdays will now be mainly for custom and pre-order pickups! There will be limited walk-in desserts available on Saturdays, so make sure to order in advance!

Online Store will remain open (https://SweetChicksDesserts.Square.Site/) with curbside pickup du...

Wise County Economic Relief Fund

Wise County commissioners approved utilizing money from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act to create the Wise County Economic Relief Fund. The program would provide $3,000 grants to local businesses closed or partially shut down...

Decatur Texas Seniors Send Off

Make plans to come help celebrate our Decatur Eagle Seniors!

Downtown businesses and  residents are invited to show our support for our Decatur High School seniors. You’re welcome to safely gather along the route to cheer them on as the ...

Decatur EDC Business Rescue Grant

Learn more on how to apply for the Decatur EDC Rescue Grant. Business must be inside the Decatur City Limits.

Application Deadline: June 15th, 2020

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Decatur EDC Business Rescue Grant

For our local small businesses, we have $60,000 available in funding to help during this difficult time. $2500 per business within the City Limits of Decatur.

If your business has done well during this time, we are asking for help with additional funding t...

North Central Texas Virtual Career Fair

Find and hire the skilled talent you need. Virtually interact with and interview qualified candidates for your open positions.

Click here to register your business.  

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Postponed - JW Hart PBR Challenge – The Last Ride

The JW Hart PBR Challenge – The Last Ride, scheduled for May 16th, has been postponed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. We apologize for the late notice but we have been closely working with State, County and PBR officials. Based on early pr...

Texas Continuing to Reopen

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is continuing to move forward with reopening the state, allowing salons to open this week and gyms on May 18 while further relaxing restrictions on restaurants with outdoor seating.

During the news conference Tuesday, Abbott said...

Wise County Open at 25% Capacity

Photo: courtesy of Jared Lucier

Wise County restaurants, retail stores and movie theaters will open May 1st at 25 percent capacity instead of the anticipated 50 percent capacity. 

County Judge J.D. Clark Thursday filed the county’s attes...

Wise County Open at 50% Capacity

DSHS has confirmed that our active case count data is correct and meets the threshold set forth in Governor Abbott’s order for five active cases or less. This means businesses in Wise County can operate at up to 50% capacity instead of 25% capac...

Drive Thru Food Pantry Pick-Up

Medi Thru Food Pantry Pick-Up 

Open to the Public.

Wise Health System - Main Parking Lot at 609 Medical Center Drive in Decatur, Texas.

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Gov. Abbott issues executive order to reopen Texas economy

Gov. Greg Abbott announced plans Friday to reopen the Texas economy in stages and announced schools will be closed the remainder of the year.

Abbott issued three executive orders that will loosen restrictions on businesses, medical procedures and state par...

Visitation, Funeral and Memorial Donations for Mr. James Wood

VISITATION: The visitation for James Wood will be held at Hawkins Funeral Home, Thursday 4/23/2020 from 5:00-8:00 pm. WE WILL BE OBSERVING SOCIAL DISTANCING. SO PLEASE FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BY OFFICIALS AT THE FUNERAL HOME.

FUNERAL: A private funeral service...

School to Stay Closed for the Rest of the Year

Wise County schools will remain empty for the remainder of the school year. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order Friday shutting the door on the possibility of schools reopening this spring. “The team of doctors advising us have dete...

Governor Abbott Announces $38 Million In Federal COVID-19 Emergency Funding For Local Governments

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that his Public Safety Office (PSO) will provide $38 million in federal funds to local units of government in Texas. These funds come from the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program authorized by the federa...

Register for Chisholm Trail Rodeo Parade in August

Get signed up for the Chisholm Trail Rodeo Parade being held on Saturday, August 22nd!

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Easter in Isolation

By: Michelle Schmidt - https://inland360.com/

Easter will be different this year.

There won’t be crowded Easter egg hunts, church services or meals with family and friends. Easter menus and baskets will likely look different in a season of social ...

State Street Pizza Company Opening Soon

We’re getting excited for State Street Pizza Company to open in Decatur TX. The store front looks GREAT!

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Small Town Compassion - Decatur, TX

During these stressful times, please continue to treat everyone with the small town compassion & respect that we are used to. 

Keep supporting our local restaurants & businesses, many are offering drive-thru & curbside pickup!

Photo cou...

WHS updates COVID-19 testing numbers

Wise Health System Monday evening released its updated COVID-19 testing numbers and results.

As of 5:30 p.m., WHS had tested 71 patients since March 10. Of those, 35 were negative and 36 were pending.

Health and Safety Precautions for Wise County, Texas

Updates from County Judge J.D. Clark

We had our second conference call of the week between Wise County officials and representatives from our cities in Wise County. We also appreciate State Representative Phil King calling in to listen to our discussion an...

Decatur ISD to stream Monday’s meeting

Decatur ISD will hold its board meeting Monday with trustees utilizing video conferencing and the district streaming the meeting on Facebook.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott last week granted the Attorney General’s request for a suspension of certain open...

Gov. Abbott Declares Disaster, Closes Schools, Bars, Gyms Statewide, Restaurants “To Go” Only

By Frank Heinz - NBCDFW

Gov. Abbott Declares Disaster, Closes Schools, Bars, Gyms Statewide, Restaurants “To Go” Only

Statewide declaration runs March 20 through April 3, may be extended

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) took statewide action Th...

Economic Impact and Recovery Task Force

From County Judge J.D. Clark

In my capacity as County Judge, I am forming an Economic Impact and Recovery Task Force. The purpose of this task force will be to assist the County in understanding the economic impact due to this public health emergency and t...

Policies changing at hospital, nursing homes to prevent COVID-19 spread

By Austin Jackson - Wise County Messenger

While there has yet to be a confirmed case of coronavirus reported in Wise County as of Thursday afternoon, Wise Health System and local nursing homes are adjusting visitors policies to prevent the spread of the vi...

PAC Cup Champion - Thom Lambert and Decatur EDC

Congrats to Thom Lambert and the Decatur EDC for being named the PAC Cup Champion at the Texas Economic Development Council Winter Conference. At the conference, they honored the Economic Excellence recipients and the 2019 PAC Cup Champion winners, which ...

Ribbon Cutting - The Shop - Screen Printing & Embroidery

Come check out the new location for The Shop - Screen Printing & Embroidery and be a part of the Decatur Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting.

1300 South FM 51 STE 200, Decatur, Texas 76234

Estate Planning Class - Decatur, TX

Interested in learning how to plan for your estate? Come to a free financial class on estate planning Thursday, Feb. 27th at 6:30pm at the Decatur Library!

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Webinar: An Economic Boost for Companies that Export & Attracting Foreign Direct Investment

Learn about the U.S. Commercial Service export programs to retain your local businesses to grow when selling internationally.  Acquaint them to the Texas offices of the U.S. Commercial Service and how they can assist your local companies in expan...

Outlook for the Texas Economy - 2019 Texas Growth

Outlook for the Texas Economy

By: Luis Torres, Wesley Miller, Paige Silva, and Griffin Carter (Feb 14, 2020)

The Texas economy grew at a solid pace in 2019 in the midst of one of the longest expansionary cycles in state history.

Crude oil production, residen...

Soft Skills Workshop in Wise County, Texas

Leaders from every industry, make plans to join EWN’s newest instructor-led training, Soft Skills for Local Businesses and Aspiring Leaders.

Monday, April 13Weatherford College - Wise County Campus8 AM

The $99 registration fee includes the 8-hour ...

County’s sales taxes continue to roll in

County’s sales taxes continue to roll in

With a large January disbursement of $412,129, Wise County is on pace to easily surpass its sales tax revenue projections through the first third of the fiscal year.

Full Wise County Messenger Article

Twisted X, of Decatur Texas, has been awarded the Plus Award from Footwear Plus.

Twisted X, of Decatur Texas, has been awarded the Plus Award from Footwear Plus in the Sustainability category. This award is determined by votes of industry members and consumers, and recognizes design and retail excellence.

“Receiving this pres...

Passing the Torch - Mara named fire chief as Richardson prepares to retire.

By Brian Knox | Published on February 01, 2020

Mara named fire chief as Richardson prepares to retire.

Thirteen years ago, Mike Richardson was hired as Decatur’s first full-time fire chief to oversee the department’s transition from an a...

Ribbon Cutting - Stephanie Newbury, Modern Woodmen of America

Come meet Stephanie Newbury of Modern Woodmen of America at her new location. 

There will be a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with light refreshments served. 

Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 11:30 AM – 1 PM

114 E Main St, Decatur, TX 7623...

DFW Since 2010: A Million New Residents And A Diverse, Booming Economy

By Christopher Connelly, KERA News

All that growth has bolstered the region’s economy — job growth in this region outpaced Texas and the rest of the U.S. over the last 10 years. Laila Assanie, a senior business economist at the Federal ...

Twisted X® to Collaborate with Mossy Oak on New Footwear Line

Twisted X® to Collaborate with Mossy Oak on New Footwear Line

Decatur, TX, January 22 , 2020 — Twisted X ® is proud to announce a partnership with Mossy Oak® which will feature their iconic Original Bottomland® Cam...