Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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Cutline: Mike Cordova and Nancy Blanchard work on packing one of the 650 bags of food to be given away over the holidays at Orange Christian Services. In addition to food, OCS is giving families a second chance to get toys for children who have missed the application deadlines at area organizations. For the Record Hope is not lost for those who for whatever reason missed the application dates at area organizations, such as Salvation Army, Blue Santa, the OCS Adopt a Family...
Not a dry eye during heart wrenching testimony For the Record It was back to the courtroom for Kelvin Roy, 40, of Beaumont, who was given a second trial to face charges after he was involved in the death of 16-year-old Alexandria "Lexi" Bertrand in Feb. 2014. Initially, Roy was sentenced to 75 years in prison on charges of murder. However, the Texas Court of criminal court of appeals upheld a lower appellate court's decision to overturn his conviction. The appeals court ruled...
For the Record Things are ramping up in a big way at the Bridge City/Orangefield Ministerial Alliance as they get ready for to make sure area children have a Merry Christmas. It all began with notices being sent out through the local schools seeking parents needing assistance in getting their children Christmas gifts. In Bridge City, parents then went to the Ministerial Alliance and completed an application. Parents in Orangefield received an application and were able to return them. In the end, the result was the same....
TxDOT is about to wrap up the pavement overlay project on Texas-87 through Bridge City. Then they have plans to start their next project on the East Roundbunch Swing Bridge near Chemical Row in January. RECORD PHOTO: Mark Dunn For the Record After what seems to be a long, drawn out project by some area residents, the repairs on Texas-87 through Bridge City may soon be completed. According to Sarah Dupre, with the Texas Department of Transportation, the project could wrap up wi...
Cutline: The Bridge City Police Department is getting ready for their annual Bikes for Kids Christmas event. They are still collecting bikes, gifts and looking for volunteers. Pictured from a previous event is: Santa, Brittany and Steve Hilton, Izzabelle Brooks, Khloie Brooks and Kiersten Hilton. For the Record After a Hurricane Harvey forced the Bridge City Police Department to cancel the Bikes for Kids in 2017, the festivities are back on track and everything is looking...
For the Record The Bridge City streets will soon be filled with twinkling lights, Christmas cheer and laughter when the annual Christmas parade rolls through. Although the parade has been occurring for many years, the 10th annual lighted parade is slated for 6 p.m. December 8th. The theme this year is "One starry night." The theme was chosen by the parade committee. The float with the best use of the theme will be awarded the Mayor's Trophy and receive a $200 prize. There will also be first, second and third place awards...
Cutline: Willam Felix stands by his Ford Mustang which has Purple Heart plates. Felix was shot in the ankle, shoulder and had schrapnel in his face while fighting in the Vietnam War and serving in the U.S. Army. Photo by Debby Schamber For the Record William Felix was just 18 years old in 1966 when he was drafted into the Army to fight in a war which would leave him permanently scarred in more ways than one. The Vietnam War began in 1954 after a chain of events protracted...
Photo: Kathy Schexnaider, advocate for Mothers Against Drunk Driving, holds a cross made to honor her husband, Lawrence Bell, who was killed by a drunk driver in 1991. Kathy who works tirelessly to help others has suffered a massive stroke and now the family is asking for help with expenses through a gofundme account. For the Record After 28 years of helping an endless list of people, Kathy Schexnaider now needs the help of others. Schexnaider is a victim specialist with...
For the Record Tyler Shane Lisenby, 20, of Orangefield, died at about 2 a.m. Sunday when he was struck by a vehicle in Beaumont causing the motorcycle he was driving to lose control. According to reports from the Beaumont Police Department, when officers arrived to the traffic accident at the intersections of 4th and Bowie Streets, they determined there were two vehicles involved in the wreck. Lisenby was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the black Honda Civic,...
Photo: Stephanie Harren, of Triple F Animal Adventures, offers more than the experience of the typical petting zoo. Instead she offers a hands on, live animal themed program. In her themed program of Ragin' Reptiles everyone can learn about the cold blooded creatures and get the chance to touch a real snake and tortoise. The Record Live An adventure awaits for animal lovers in Bridge City and surrounding areas. Stephanie Harren, of Triple F Animal Adventures, offers more than...
For the Record The renowned golfer, Arnold Palmer once said it takes concentration, confidence, competitive urge, and a capacity for enjoyment to play the game of golf. The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce will host their annual golf tournament for golfers to test this theory. The golf tournament has been held for about the past 15 years and was a favorite of Judge James "Jimmy" Scales who recently died in a tragic accident. "Jimmy has always played and was a big supporter of all the local tournaments," said Jerry Jones, golf...
UPDATE Wednesday 12/09/17: It took jurors about an hour to decide Michal Davis would serve 20 years in prison on charges of intoxication manslaughter. The second degree felony carried a punishment range of 2 to 20 years in prison. Photo: Cynthia Campbell is consoled by her siblings, Jeff and Karen Campbell. Her father, Jerry Campbell, had promised to call her if her needed her. She shows them her phone where the phone called her at 5:21 p.m. on May 15, 2016 when her father...
Photo: Joyce Simon is ready to greet customers at the Bridge City Farmer's Market. She offers a variety of seasonal vegetables such as tomatoes, squash and cucumbers and has fresh eggs. What she doesn't sell she gives to family or friends, but, with all the hard work of harvesting she lets nothing go to waste and cans the rest. This will be the last Saturday for the market, but it will return in mid September. For the Record Although time is running out, it's still not too...
Photo by Debby Schamber: Travis Collins, 30, of Orange, takes a break in between court testimony. He is charged with two counts of intoxication manslaughter for the May 2015 deaths of Riley and Emily Portie. He has already pleaded guilty and a jury will decide his punishment. For the Record The trial of Travis Obrian Collins, 30, of Orange began Monday with jury selection after he previously entered the plea of guilty on two counts of intoxication manslaughter before 128th...
Photo: The community showed their support for last year's inaugural Bicycle event and gift giving for deserving kids spearheaded by Brittany Hilton. For the Record There are 22 weeks until Christmas and it's not too early to start planning for the annual Bridge City Police Department bicycle and gift giveaway to area needy children. What began as a simple request has become something much larger but also a way to make a child's Christmas merry and bright. Initially, Hilton...
For the Record Travis Obrian Collins, 30, of Orange, entered the plea of guilty Thursday on two counts of intoxication manslaughter before 128th District Court Judge Courtney Arkeen for the May 2015 deaths of Riley and Emily Portie. Jury selection will begin July 26 and they will determine his fate. Intoxication manslaughter is a second degree felony and is punishable by up to 20 years in prison. Assistant District Phillip Smith could request the sentence be enhanced by...
For the Record Jorge Elizalde-Sanchez, 41, of Bridge City, has accepted a plea bargain agreement and has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for the September 2016 murder of 27-year-old Kara Willingham. The incident began at about 7 p.m. when officers were dispatched to a residence on Mary Avenue in Bridge City regarding a possible homicide. Upon their arrival they found Kara Willingham lying on the living room floor. A short time later, officers learned, Sanchez and Willingh...
For the Record A local attorney was kidnapped Monday morning and forced to withdraw money from a bank in Port Arthur before he was released. Jim Sharon Bearden, 43, was at his home on Dalton Drive in the Dishon Plantation addition located just outside the Bridge City limits when around 10 a.m. two suspects wearing ski masks entered his residence. Bearden was bound with cords. The suspects demanded money. The residence was ransacked and a few items were taken. Bearden was...
For the Record The Orange community mourns the loss. of Elaine Meyers, 74, who was known for her inner strength, love for others and grace. Meyers was a successful business woman in Orange for close to 50 years. She was the owner of the 12,000 square foot Horseman's Store, Safety Wear Ltd., and Boots Etc.. Since 1969, Horseman's Store and its' affiliates have become the leader in industrial footwear. They not only have the latest style of western boots and clothing clothing,...
For the Record The medically "under insured" and "under served" people of Orange now have a place to seek medical assistance. Triangle Area Network, located at 3749 N. 16th Street, is a tax-exempt, non-profit, community service organization which was initially created in 1987 as Triangle AIDS Network. However, they have expanded their clinic services as a Federally Qualified Health Center. The size of their "umbrella" has grown along with the number of services they now...
For the Record Getting to a healthier place is more than just going to the gym. "Fitness is less of a luxury now," said Tony Fuselier, new owner of Anytime Fitness in Bridge City. "People want to live longer and feel better." Fuselier was born and raised in Southeast Texas. As a youth he spent lots of time in Bridge City and it was during this time he thought of someday becoming the owner of the gym. With the recent purchase, his dreams have become realized. However, the...
For the Record For those awaiting the completion of repairs on the Rainbow Bridge, they will have to wait just a little bit longer. The repairs which began in January 2014 were slated to be completed by January 2017, but to due to inclement weather such as high humidity, wind and rain the new date for completion is March 31, 2017, according to Sarah Dupre, public information officer for the Texas Department of Transportation. The total makeover of the Rainbow Bridge included...
Joey Hargrave, Annie Hargrave, Becky Romero and Cliff Hargrave are planning a retirement party. The party is to honor Annie for 42 years of working at Market Basket in Bridge City. The celebration party for family and friends is from 2 pm. to 4 p.m. January 29th at Fellowship Baptist Church located at 1965 Miller Drive in Bridge City. For the Record In 1974, when Annie Hargrave began working at Hughes grocery store in Bridge City, the average cost of a loaf of bread was 28 cen...
No excuses for these women For the Record A New Year's resolution is a promise a person makes for the new year. The top resolution is to lose weight followed by self improvement and thirdly to quit smoking. Everyone has a story to tell and many attempt to start the year off right. However as January continues, the number of people sticking to their resolution dwindle rapidly. Only eight percent of the people making a new year's resolution will actually achieve their goals, acc...
Brittany Hilton, Investigator with the Bridge City Police Department, stands with some of the bicycles and toys collected to be given to some children during a community event at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20th at the Bridge City Community Center. For The Record What began as a simple request has become something much larger but also a way to make a child's Christmas merry and bright. Brittany Hilton, an Investigator with the Bridge City Police Department, was asked by someone wanting to...
