Category Archives: Local History
Over the decades, three officers killed in the line of duty
Recently, across the county, police were taking time to reflect on their fellow brethren who have lost their lives in the line of duty. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and
2002 triple murder still considered worst in SETX history
Stevenson’s crime spree began in the early morning hours on Jan. 28, 2002. He shot and killed his girlfriend, Mirian McElroy, 51, of Orange. Stevenson then set fire to the trailer house he shared with her at 2700 Barbara Street.
Knights of Columbus, No. 1680 celebrates 100 years
The Knights of Columbus, Orange Council, No. 1680 has faithfully served St. Mary’s Parish and the community since 1913 and will celebrate their 100th anniversary on April 14. The celebration will be begin following the 10 a.m. mass at St.
Capistrano: ageless favorite hangout
The train whistling down the tacks as it goes past the Capistrano has meant many things over the years from signaling for shots being a $1 to hundreds of sailors arriving in Orange because their ship was ready. Henry Bland
Triple slaying in 1967 is still on the minds of many
A horrific crime was committed in January 1967 by a 14-year-old boy when three people were murdered as they slept. Ronnie Lee Ozio had lived in Groves with his mother since his parents had been separated for several years. But,
The fight for justice continues
Life is in limbo for Laura Badeaux, the mother of Theresa Foskey, as she struggles to get through each day with the pain of losing her daughter in one of Orange County’s most brutal murders. For Badeaux, the murder of
The W.H. Stark House Showcases Director’s Favorite Collection Items
Director’s Favorite is a new exhibit at The W.H. Stark House in Orange, Texas, showcasing retiring Managing Director Patsy Herrington’s favorite decorative art objects from The W.H. Stark House collections. Items are currently on display in the adjacent Carriage House
County to celebrate oil centennial; volunteers sought
Plans are underway to make the centennial of the first oil well in Orange County a countywide event. Harvey Wilson, one of the volunteers of the Orangefield Cormier Museum said Orangefield didn’t even exist yet when the Rio Bravo Oil
Williams honored, historical commission appointed
“I will continue doing Orange County history until the day I am history,” said Dr. Howard C. Williams when he was honored by the Orange County Commissioners Court declaring Monday “Dr. Howard C. Williams Day.” Williams was honored for serving
Orange County sailors remember Pearl Harbor
Imagine a beautiful sun rise on the Island of Oahu. It’s a peaceful Sunday morning with the ocean waves rolling up on to beach. It was quickly labeled as one of the darkest days in American history. What makes it
Cow Bayou Swing Bridge historical marker to be unveiled Saturday
The Cow Bayou Swing Bridge in Bridge City will be recognized by the Orange County Historical Commission on Saturday. The unveiling of the historical marker on Texas-87 is scheduled for 2 p.m. The public is invited to attend the ceremony.
Orange Historical Society to meet
The Orange Historical Society will have its annual dinner meeting at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 6 at PK’s Grill on Strickland Drive . The after dinner speaker will be Elena Ivanova, cheif educator at the Stark Museum of Art. Born and raised
Two cold cases yet to be solved
It has been nearly 22 years since Christopher Stonecipher was last seen alive. According to reports, he told his mother he was going to the store to cash some checks on Aug. 8, 1990 and never returned. He was last
Wilson ‘King’ Dunn: Memories from the past
King and Dee, the early years I have been asked by several of the grandkids to relate how Eloide and I got together. It was not a sudden thing, but it happened and developed over the years I was in
OC Historical Commission Honors “Gatemouth” Brown
At 9 a.m., July 21, local music legend Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown will have a historical marker at his gravesite in Hollywood Cemetery dedicated by the Orange County Historical Commission. Following is a short history of Gatemouth researched and written by
Citizens ‘For’ wins Bridge City
Caught in the crossfire of annexation a community conscious group of citizens in 1970 initiated a movement to incorporate the town of Bridge City. Forty-two years ago on July 7, marks the anniversary of their success. By the late 1960’s
Roccaforte leads Bridge City in renewal since Ike
Nearing the 42 anniversary of the city of Bridge City on July 7, Mayor Kirk Roccaforte reflects on the 29 years he has been involved in local government. Roccaforte, Bridge City’s seventh and longest serving mayor, in a fourth term,
Wingates hold 83rd annual family reunion
Wingates from as far away as New Mexico, Minnesota, and Virginia attended the 83rd family reunion that was held at the La Quinta Inn in Bridge City Saturday. There were over 100 in attendance. The first Wingate Family Reunion
The bridge that gave Bridge City its name
There’s been a lot of controversy over the Cow Bayou Swing Bridge for the past few years, but she has withstood every storm. Construction on the bridge began shortly after the Rainbow Bridge was completed in 1938. The Cow Bayou Bridge
David R. Wingate, Sawmiller and Judge
David R. Wingate was one of the men who made a successful career out of the lumber business, became one of the first successful rice farmers in the region,and left a legacy of altruism and civic contributions. This has been
Sawdust City on the Sabine
What is now the City of Orange started as a bluff on the Sabine River used by a boatman named Green. What was first known as "Green's Bluff". Later it became one of the leading cities of Texas and the
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