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Bridgeport’s Harwood Park is looking much brighter after the installation of new lights along the walking trail.

A police pursuit initiated near the Wise-Tarrant County line on Friday ended with the Wise County Sheriff’s Office bringing two people into custody.

2 taken into custody after Wise County pursuit. - Wise County Messenger At approximately 11:36 AM, Wise County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling South on FM-718, near the Wise/Tarrant County line. Shortly after the deputy conducted a traffic stop, the vehicle took off. The vehicle then turned South on Morris Dido Newark Rd (FM-1220), bef...

The Wise County Messenger is proud to announce a new partnership with Wise County Scanner and the launch of the new Wise County Scanner Hub.

This partnership and new web page allows us to feature live updates from accidents, fires and other local emergencies directly on our website.

In addition to the Wise County Scanner page's live feed, there will be reports on emergencies and other features, like traffic cams, weather radars, as well as helpful links to additional resources, like the Wise County Office of Emergency Management. The goal with this collaboration is to create a central hub for important information that removes barriers of access, like being on social media accounts or purchasing a subscription.

Check it out and give the Wise County Scanner page a follow, too!

Wise County Scanner Hub - Wise County Messenger LIVE UPDATES Wise County Scanner Page Feed Support Wise County Scanner Broadcastify Feed Wise County Traffic Cameras Live TxDOT camera feeds from major roadways. Decatur U.S. 287 @ Business 380 LIVE Decatur U.S. 287 @ U.S. 380 East LIVE Bridgeport U.S. 380 @ Lawdwin Ave. LIVE Bridgeport SH 114 @ FM....

UPDATE for Friday, Aug. 7, 2026: SALES TAX HOLIDAY — The annual Texas State Sales Tax holiday is this weekend. Shoppers can save money on qualified items such as clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks priced below $100. Read more: https://www.wcmessenger.com/articles/update-for-friday-august-7-2026/

HAVE A DAY, WISE COUNTY SCHOOLS: Decatur ISD, Alvord ISD and Chico ISD students returned to school Thursday, Aug. 6.

Check out the Messenger's photos from Carson Elementary and Young Elementary, brought to you by TexasBank

UPDATE for Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026: WFPUA WORKS TO PURSUE WATER ALLOCATIONS — The West Fork Public Utility Agency is moving closer to securing new surface water supplies for Wise County as it prepares to hire an engineering firm and begin negotiations with regional water providers. Read more: https://www.wcmessenger.com/articles/update-for-thursday-august-6-2026/

*** NO OUTDOOR BURNING ***
Thursday August 6, 2026

The National Weather Service has issued an ELEVATED FIRE WARNING for today, the burn ban is active.

VCA senior outside hitter/defensive specialist Addison Morales stepped back on the court Monday for her final first practice — an opportunity she almost didn't get to have.

Morales is returning to the Lady Patriots' lineup after suffering a traumatic brain injury in a December 2025 car wreck.

“I just feel grateful to even be able to do it. I was just really happy and ready to play. We were told that there was less than a 5 percent chance, but it’s not a less than 5 percent chance with God.”

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Head strong: VCA senior returns to court after traumatic brain injury - Wise County Messenger Addison Morales stepped onto the court for her final first practice with the Victory Christian Academy volleyball program Monday. The senior outside hitter/defensive specialist lined up with her teammates and powered shots over the net like she’s done in practices throughout her three seasons on t...