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Decatur, Texas · DecaturLuke Campbell, a deputy with the Wise County Sheriff’s Office, was celebrated for serving the agency for the last 20 years Monday. AUSTIN JACKSON | WCMESSENGER Deputy Luke Campbell was recognized Monday for 20 years of service with the Wise County Sheriff’s Office. He joined the WCSO in 2005 as a jailer, and has served with the agency ever since. His law enforcement career began at the prison in Bridgeport. He joined the WCSO jail two decades ag…Read Article
Deputy celebrated for 20 years of service to WCSO - Wise County Messenger

Infrastructure · DecaturThe Decatur City Council gave staff the green light to proceed with a $65 million debt issuance that includes the construction of Decatur Fire Department’s second station and launching the city’s major water and wastewater infrastructure overhaul. The council authorized Decatur City Manager Nate Mara to proceed with the process to issue $65 million in certificates of obligation. The bonds are expected to be sold in the next 90 days. The project …Read Article
Decatur council advances $65 million piece of capital improvement plan - Wise County Messenger

Decatur, Texas · DecaturWise County Treasurer Kathrine Hudson was recognized for her service as public investment officer by the Texas Association of Counties. AUSTIN JACKSON | WCMESSENGER Wise County Treasurer Katherine Hudson was recognized by the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) in June for 25 years of service in managing and overseeing the county’s public investments. The award was presented during the 2025 Conference of the County Investment Academy in Corpus C…Read Article