Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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UNVACCINATED PUTS VULNERABLE AT RISK Orange County continues to be one of the least COVID vaccinated counties in the state. In the last three weeks we have had three people die from the virus, ages 62, 57, 51. My cousin Debbie, a beautiful person, a wife, mother, grandmother, artist and also unvaccinated, died from the virus.. Debbie, who you would think was smart enough to dodge the pitfalls of conspiracy theories on social media talk shows and opinion PODCAST. Yes, she was...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the February Student of the Month for Orangefield is Chloe Padilla. Chloe is ranked 73 of 138 with a GPA of 3.53. Pictured from Left to Right: Rea Wrinkle, John Padilla, Christy Padilla, Britni Briggs, Chloe Padilla, Christy Khoury, Shawn McAlpin. Photo courtesy of Bridge City Chamber of Commerce...
Helen E. VanArsdale, 68, died unexpectedly January 12, 2022, at Southeast Texas Medical Center. She was bron January 12, 1954, in St. John’s Newfoundland, daughter of Charlie E. and Eileen (Jones) Fowler. She was married to Johnny Ray VanArsdale and worked at Potter and Wicker and Kroger’s in Orange as a florist and a cake decorator for many years before becoming a stay at home mom to Amy M. Fowler. She was a loving mom, sister, aunt, and maw maw and will be deeply missed by...
Billy Wayne LeLeux passed at the age of 62, January 25, 2022. He was laid to rest Monday in Greenlawn Cemetery in Port Arthur next to his mother....
Declamation: 1st Place ($2,000): Sadie Prouse 2nd Place ($1,500): Madeleine Wernig Interpretive Reading 1st Place ($2,000): Shelby Eason 2nd Place ($1,500): Zachary Jagoe The first place students advance to compete at the county final on Sunday, April 24th at the Lutcher Theatre for up to another $5,000 in scholarships....
Robert Andrew Morgan (Bob), 79, of Willis, TX passed away on February 7, 2022, in Willis after a long fought illness. He battled for life until the very end while surrounded by cherished family members. Born in Kirbyville, Texas, on October 30, 1942, Robert grew up in Orange, Texas, graduated from Lutcher-Stark High School, and still frequented Stark High Class of 1960 reunions. Robert graduated from North Texas State University and went on to receive his doctorate degree...
Terry Lee James, 62, of Orange, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 6, 2022. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, February 10, 2022, at Calvary Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Millner and his Uncle, Reverend John Elliott. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas,...
Elouise Van Pelt, 90, of Baytown, passed away on February 1, 2022, in Baytown. Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Bland Cemetery in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on October 11, 1931, she was the daughter of Pearce A. Bland and Vera E. (Washington) Bland. Elouise was a woman of simple pleasures, often enjoying gardening, watching daytime shows and Andy Griffin, and reminiscing on photos of her family. She was a wonderful cook and was known...
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) announced this week that the State of Louisiana’s Board of Regents renewed LSCO’s biennial licensure, continuing LSCO’s status as a Louisiana degree-granting institution from December 15, 2021, through December 15, 2023. This approval allows LSCO to offer courses, clinical education, and degrees that are fully-recognized by the State of Louisiana. For students in the Pharmacy Technology, Emergency Medical Technician, Dental Assisting, and Phlebotomy Programs, this means that LSCO stude...
Marriage License : Issued By The Office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk For the week of January 31, 2022 thru February 4, 2022 James A.J Medina and Hayley P. Kinard Dalton J. Ouzts and Meagan L. Tantillo Dillon T. Bryer and Kassandra M. Gomez Kyle C. Smith and Ana V. Perez Matias Marcus K. Wright and Shelby L. Constable William B. Sims and Abby C. Patterson Kayleb S. Nabours and Macie M. Chesson Robert S. Farmer and Kuku K. Johnson...
Chili by Shaun McConnell, left, was both the judge's and people's champ at Saturday's Chili Cook-off in Orange. Mark Frey of Columbanus Motorsports, joined by his store's yet-to-be-named fox mascot, said the event raised several hundred dollars for United Way of Orange....
The five men seeking to be the next Orange County Commissioner for Precinct 2 agreed their widespread slice of the county needs better representation. In last Friday's Candidate Forum at Little Cypress Intermediate School, they agreed drainage, roads, economic development and equity are concerns for a huge precinct that stretches from the eastern edges of Vidor through the Orangefield school district north to the Jasper and Newton County lines. And they all have experience...
For all they do for the community, the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce recognized Melissa Isaacs as Citizen of the Year and CASA of Sabine Neches Region Business of the Year at its 61st Annual Banquet Monday night. The Chamber numbers 179 business members, including 13 new members signed up in 2021, said 2021 Board President Rani Dillow. The Ministerial Alliance works with 20 area churches to serve as a central agency to provide assistance with food, utilities, rent,...
John Marvin Sonier, 81, of Orange, passed away on January 22, 2022, in Beaumont. A memorial service will be 4:00 p.m., Saturday, February 5, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Brown. Born in Vinton, Louisiana, on May 15, 1940, he was the son of Rufus Sonier and Isabella (Jackson) Sonier. John proudly and honorably served in the United States Air Force as an MP. He retired as an insulator after years of hard work and in his spare time enjoyed duck...
Rhett Waylon Wilson was born in Beaumont, Texas on January 19, 2022 and was welcomed into Jesus' loving arms on January 24, 2022. A memorial service honoring Rhett will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 30, 2022 at Pipkin Ranch at 23347 Big Hill Rd., Beaumont, TX 77705, followed by a gathering of family and friends at The Lodge. Officiating will be The Honorable Reverend Keith F. Giblin. Rhett was the deeply beloved son of Keene and Alyssa Wilson. F rom the moment he was...
Kenny Ray Richardson, 68, formerly of Vidor, Texas, passed away on January 26, 2022, in Houston, Texas. He was born in Athens, Texas, on July 5, 1953. Kenny was the son of Letha Merle (Holman) Richardson and Paul David Richardson. He was a certified public accountant, having graduated from Vidor High School and the University of Houston. He worked many years for Bechtel Corporation in Houston and then San Francisco before returning to Houston to work as an independent CPA....
Deborah Ann Baker, 64, of Orange, passed away on January 24, 2022, in Huntsville. Funeral services will be 10:00am, Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. An entombment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00pm, Friday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Austin, Texas, on July 30, 1957, she was the daughter of Charles Lee Angell and Lucille (Crouch) Angell. Deborah was a member of the Order of the...
Rebecca Lynn Bradley, 57, of Orange, passed away on January 23, 2022. Funeral services will be 2:00pm, Sunday, January 30, 2022 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, Saturday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on January 25, 1964, she was the daughter of Robert William Wheat, Sr. and Joyce Faye Glasgow. Rebecca adored her grandkids more than anything. She...
The City of Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau, in partnership with the Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce, will be hosting the 18th Annual Mardi Gras Weekend – February 18 & 19 at the Riverside Pavilion, located at 708 Simmons Drive. A schedule of events are as follows: • Friday, February 18 o Flashback Friday Parade (70's theme) | 6:30 P.M. o Live Entertainment | 7 P.M. – 10 P.M. • Saturday, February 19 o Kiddie Carnival | 11 A.M. – 6 P.M. o Munchkin Parade |...
Monday, January 31 is the last day to register to vote in the March primary elections. To register, simply complete an voter registration application available online through the Secretary of States website, fill it out with the necessary information, and return it to your county election office. The website to view this information is www.VoteTexas.gov. Remember, the voter registration application must be completed and returned at least 30 days before the upcoming election...
Christopher Wayne Berry was a keeper of the peace, a defender of the weak and meek, a kind spirit to the world. He was born June 19, 1967 at Orange Memorial Hospital. His End of Watch was January 25, 2022. He attended Lorena Oates Elementary, Orangefield Middle School, & graduated from Orangefield High School in 1985. He graduated Lamar University with a degree in criminal justice. He served & protected the communities of Jefferson County, Newton County, Pinehurst & Vidor...
John Havens was born November 8, 1926 in Westbrook, Texas to John and Mary Havens. He passed away January 25, 2022. As a young boy John moved with his family to Hamilton, Texas where he was raised. From his earliest years, John's main interest was always in trucks, and by the age of 16 he was already driving an 18-wheeler. After finishing school he joined the U.S. Army and was stationed at Fort Hood and then at Fort Bliss. While in the service he was an instructor in the...
Paul Young, 65, of Orange, passed away on January 23, 2022, surrounded by his family in Orange. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, January 28, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Robert Edwards and Reverend James Corkran. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m., Friday, January 28, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on April 10, 1956, he was the son of Joe...
Wallace “Wally” Comeaux, 93, formerly of Orange, passed away on January 23, 2022, in Hemphill. Funeral services will be 12:00 p.m., Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon David Bonneaux. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange. A rosary will be held at 10:00 a.m. with visitation to follow at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Crowley, Louisiana, on Dec...
Surrounded by loved ones, Linda Dyer Moore, 74, of Orange, passed away on January 25, 2022, peacefully in her home after a 10 year battle with Alzheimer’s. Funeral services will be 1:00pm, Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Pastor Jerry McNeill. Burial will follow at Autumn Oaks Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 11:00am to 1:00pm, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 6, 1947, she...
