Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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By John Green, Certified Master Gardener Hello gardeners! Another cold snap has now left the area and who knows, perhaps it'll be our last, but I wouldn't bet my plants on it. Many of you (like me) and can hardly wait to begin gardening. We have about a month to go before our last anticipated frost date (March 10th), so rather than risk planting tender plants now, it's better to focus on the few remaining garden tasks preparing for springs' arrival. Who knows, you may even...
The Orange County Elections Administration has returned about 100 mail-in ballots to would-be voters in the past week because of missing or mismatched identification numbers. The good news, according to Cheryl Bradley, Assistant Elections Administrator, is there's plenty of time to make the correction and have your vote counted in the March 1 election. The problems could be as simple as voters not knowing that an ID number is required on the ballot return envelope. "What I'm...
As early voting wraps up for the March 1 primary for November's midterm elections, the final lineup for the May 7 city and school boards are set. Lanie Brown, a familiar name in Orange County politics as Regional Director of Community Relations for U.S. Congressman Brian Babin, is running for one of three at-large spots on the West Orange City Council. Kenneth Prosperie and his wife Peggy Prosperie, a couple of civic activists, are on a ballot apiece in Bridge City. Kenneth is...
So what's different about the Bridge City school bond issue coming up on the May 7 election? Twice in the past eight years, BCISD taxpayers shot down bond issues, voting no by more than a 2-1 margin. One difference, said Dr. Mike Kelly, the district's first-year superintendent, is that the tax hit will be less. "The 2019 proposed bond was going to raise taxes 27 cents. The 2022 bond proposed bond, if both propositions pass, will raise taxes 21 cents. So we're actually asking...
JUST DO IT-NOW IS THE TIME Well, it has come down to election time. I fear it will be a very low turnout. Seventy-five percent of the registered voters won't take the time to vote. In Orange County we just have two contested races but they are two important races. Pct. 2 will elect a county commissioner to replace Commissioner Theresa Beauchamp, it's important to elect a qualified candidate who can work with the present court. Justice of the Peace Joy Dubose-Simonton is the...
Kenneth Ray Britnell, 60, of Orange, was welcomed into Heaven’s gates on February 19, 2022, at home surrounded by all those he loved most. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on August 7, 1961, he was the son of Claude Dean Britnell and Patricia Ann (Linder) Hudson. Kenny loved spending time on the water fishing, duck hunting and watching game shows. He loved relaxing to a good book and making everyone laugh with his terrible dancing skills. Kenny had a true heart of gold and was a t...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce has announced that Brandi McElroy, Employee of Best Day Spa, has been named February Employee of the Month. The Board has chosen Brandi McElroy as Employee of the Month because Brandi McElroy is an exceptional employee. She goes over and beyond to make our clients happy and meets their expectations. Brandi shows great leadership skills with her hard work and compassion for others. There have been several occasions that our clients have...
William Glenn Oliver, 80, of Orange, passed away on February 19, 2022, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 26, at First Presbyterian Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Lynn Ashcraft and Reverend Bobby Daniels. A reception for family and friends will follow the service. Born in Lufkin, Texas, on January 16, 1942, Glenn was the son of Richard and Mary Oliver. He graduated from Lufkin High School in 1960, before going...
David Brent Cantor, 65, of Vidor, passed away on February 19, 2022, in Vidor. Born in Ventura, California, on January 8, 1957, he was the son of Ernest Huntley Cantor and Phyllis (Myers) Cantor. David was an incredibly hard worker, always devoted to his work. He worked offshore for a number of years. David loved to ride motorcycles, especially Harley Davidsons. He was a man of many talents, including but not limited to, gardening, baking, and cooking, his favorite dishes...
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Edward John Palermo, Jr, “Junebug”, 71 of Orange, Texas who was called home to be with our Lord, after a sudden illness. Eddie was born on December 29, 1950 to Edward Palermo, Sr. and Wilma Jean Herring of Port Arthur, Texas. His father preceded him in death. He was raised in Port Arthur and was a 1969 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School. He went on to study Computer Science at Lamar State College. As a young man he hir...
Billy Geaslin, 74, passed away on February 10, 2022 in Beaumont, Texas. Bill was born in Polk County, Texas. He is proceeded in death by his parents, John Patrick and Dorothy Gertrude Geaslin of Texas and his sister, Patricia Meredith of Kentucky. Bill is survived by his loving wife and sweetheart, Linda, his sister, Carol Cudd of Georgia and a blended family of children and grandchildren....
Clint Ballard, 38, of Groves, passed away on February 17, 2022, at Baptist Hospital of Beaumont. Born in Groves, Texas, on August 11, 1983, he was the son of Kenneth Wayne Ballard and Nancy Elaine (Hebert) Ballard. Clint was an amazing father and wonderful brother. He was very close to his family and very protective of anyone that he loved. His life was too short, but he lived it to the fullest. His favorite times were spent with his two children by the fire, riding bikes,...
Evelyn Morris, of Deweyville, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 18, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 26, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be John Fortenberry and Jeff Bell. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Evelyn was born to Charlie and Dorothy (Weinbrenner) Croker on November...
Chris Joyner died peacefully in his sleep on Monday, February 14. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, February 21, 2022, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont. He was the oldest son of Henry and Chrissie Joyner of Beaumont. Chris had one child, his daughter Samantha Sloane Joyner Odom of Bridge City, and her husband, Dustin Odom plus bonus granddaughter Emma Odom, granddaughters Paisley Payne and Callie Odom, and grandson Carter Odom. They...
Larry Fowler, 75, of Buna, passed away on February 18, 2022, in Beaumont. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, Februry 23, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Damon Bickham. Burial will follow at Ford Chapel Cemetery in Newton County. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Jasper, Texas, on August 22, 1946, he was the son of Bronson Fowler and Alma Jordan Fowler. Larry proudly...
Heritage House Museum of Orange County is now helping the investors of the John F. Kennedy Staten Island Ferry research the history of the famous ferry to help in its restoration. Last month, a group including SNL stars Pete Davidson and Colin Jost bought the ferry at auction with plans to remodel it into an entertainment venue. The ferry was built in 1965 at Levingston Shipbuilding along the Sabine River in downtown Orange. Adam Conrad, president of the Heritage House board o...
Orange County Commissioners approved the Texas Statewide Opioid Settlement Agreement Tuesday, which means about a million dollars this year for the county. It is expected to hit the county's account in six to nine months, County Judge John Gothia said. Commissioners have also agreed upon how they wish to spend about $9.5 million of government funds coming from the American Rescue Plan Act put forth by President Joe Biden and passed by Democratic Congressmen in 2021. ARPA is a...
Uriel Alejandro Garcia Salazar, 30, of Bridge City, passed away on February 2, 2022, in Orange. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., with visitation following services until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Father Sinclair Oubre. Uriel will be interred in Mexico. Born in Mexico, on March 9, 1991, he was the son of Juan Jose Garcia Valdez and Ma Guadalupe Salazar Ortiz. Uriel had a great sense of humor that kept...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that Re/Max One has been named Business of the Month for February 2022. Candace Mulhollan was presented the award, sponsored by Energy Country Ford, by Ambassador Rani Dillow at the February Networking Coffee hosted by Wellspring Credit Union. They received gifts and gift certificates from the following businesses: COS Printing, Wellspring Credit Union, Sabine Federal Credit Union, Neches Federal Credit Union,...
Early voting begins at 8 a.m. Monday, Feb. 14 for the 2022 Primary election that will determine who's on the Nov. 8 midterm election. Early voting runs from Feb. 14-25 with varying hours (see below) and no voting on Feb. 21, President's Day. Voters may vote in either the Republican or Democrat Party primary, but only one. They may vote in any of the county's four early voting locations, but those waiting to vote until March 1, must do so at the voting location that matches...
Karen Denice Boren Jauer, 58, of Kountze, passed away on February 11, 2022, in Beaumont. A graveside service will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 16, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Beaumont. Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont. Born in Pasadena, Texas, on January 16, 1964, she was the daughter of Harold Meredith Boren and Beverly Ann (Holst) Boren. Karen was a medical assistant for many different doctors over the years. She enjoyed living on her...
Marriage License : Issued By The Office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk For the week of February 07, 2022 to February 11, 2022 Terry Richard and Mary Middlebrooks Corbin Ward and Haily Yokum Cody Bolen and Jamie Busby Darius Mitchell and Marissa Bolden George Tait and Misty Zavada Adam Morgan and Lauren Hudson Hubert Young and Ollie Scales Heliodoro Chun Flores and Angela Willis Revel Diabo and Kaylee Hennigan Charley Elkins and Lauren Stracener Eric Adams and Charise Loggins Robbin Harvey and Rebecca...
Thusnelda “Mickey” Ellen Stanton, 89, of Silsbee, passed away on February 6, 2022, in Silsbee. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Sadie Brink. Burial will follow at Dorman Cemetery.Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m., Saturday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in San Antonio, Texas, on October 27, 1932, she was the daughter of Joseph Baetz and Elsie (Davis) Baetz. Mickey was a d...
Raymond Lee Campbell, 78, of Bridge City, passed away on February 2, 2022, in Port Arthur. Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Cremation will follow services. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Zwolle, Louisiana, on October 17, 1943, he was the son of Robert Lee Campbell and Catherine N. Campbell. After being given 6 mon...
Carl Lee Dean, 78, of Groves, passed away on February 9, 2022, in Port Arthur. Born in Los Angeles, California, on September 15, 1943, he was the son of Donna Marie (Purdy) Jackson. Carl worked as a truck driver for Teamsters Union for many years. In his younger days he played Triple A Ball for the Dodgers. He earned his pilot’s licenses and loved to fly whenever he was able to. Carl loved vintage cars and spending time working on them. He had an incredibly artistic mind a...
