Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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LYING FOR PROFIT—RATINGS OVER TRUTH Rupert Murdoch, the chairman of Fox Corporation, acknowledged in a deposition taken by Dominion Voting Systems that some Fox News hosts endorsed false claims that the 2020 election was stolen. Murdoch’s remarks were made public in a legal filing as part of Dominion’s $1.6 billion lawsuit against Fox News. In his deposition. Murdoch conceded that Sean Hannity, Jeanine Pirro, Maria Bartiromo, and former host Lou Dobbs promoted the falsehood ab...
Bridge City, TX – Bridge City ISD will hold a ceremony to commemorate the groundbreaking of its new Career and Technical Education (CTE) building. What: Bridge City ISD - CTE Building When: March 6th at 5:00 PM Where: 2690 Texas Ave, Bridge City, TX 77611 (Located on campus behind Bridge City High school) Representatives from Bridge City ISD, G&G Enterprises, Claycomb Associates Architects and the public will gather Monday, March 6th at 5:00 PM for the Groundbreaking C...
Three new individuals were recently elected to the CASA of the Sabine Neches Region Board of Directors – Darci Piel, Margaret Adams and Cody Nance "We are excited to welcome Mrs. Piel, Mrs. Adams and Mr. Nance to our board of directors," said Codie Vasquez Executive Director. "Each of these new board members bring their own, very-unique talents to our Program and cover different geographic areas of our program. The board governs the CASA of the Sabine Neches Region, a n...
BIDEN MAKES SURPRISE VISIT TO UKRAINE President Joe Biden made a surprise trip to the capital of embattled Ukraine on Monday, traveling under a cloak of secrecy into a war zone to demonstrate what he called America’s unwavering support for the effort to beat back Russian forces nearly a year after they invaded the country. Biden arrived early Monday to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after a 10-hour overnight train ride through Ukraine, and the two stepped out into t...
Genevieve Cooley Carlock, 95, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 18, 2023, at her home. Born in Leesville, Louisiana, on December 25, 1927, she was the daughter of Henry Allen Cooley and Victoria Jane Coleman. Genevieve volunteered at Baptist Orange Hospital for 35 years before dedicating her life to her family and her home. During her free time, she enjoyed cooking and taking care of her plants. Genevieve's loved ones will go on to cherish the memories they have with...
On February 15, 1876, Texas adopted the Constitution of 1876. The document is the sixth constitution by which Texas has been governed since declaring independence from Mexico. Despite having been amended more than 230 times, it remains the basic law of Texas today. Here are five things happening around your state: 1. Lt. Governor Patrick releases list of priority bills Earlier this week, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick released a list of 30 pieces of legislation that he would like...
Gardeners, we have experienced what I would consider a fantastic week, leading this gardener to believe spring may have arrived a bit early this year. Be mindful if you choose to plant early and be prepared to cover 'tender plants' with a frost blanket. Planting a spring garden is a true joy but with challenges for novice and seasoned gardeners alike. Most of us are ready to replace the austere color of winter with a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors associated with spring, as...
Kim Annette Reynolds, 62, of Orange, passed away on February 13, 2023, at St. Elizabeth in Beaumont. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Monday, February 20, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Cremation will follow. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 20, 2023. Born in Orange, Texas, on September 30, 1960, she was the daughter of Helen (Evans) Hanson. Kim was a wonderful and hardworking lady. She made sure her family was...
Vernie Mae Burks, age 77, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, Februaury 15, 2023 surrounded by loved ones. Funeral services will be held at Dorman Funeral Home on February 20, 2023 at 2:00 PM. Friends and family will gather for visitation from 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM, prior to the funeral service. There will be no graveside burial. Vernie was born on Wednesday, February 28, 1945 in Silsbee,Texas to parents James J Sr. and Bessie Davidson Coudrain. She met the love of...
Joseph L. “Pete” Runnels, 79, passed away on February 11, 2023, at Willard Walker Hospice House in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 17, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in Orange, Texas. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, February 16, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Born in Alice, Texas, on July 3, 1943, he was the son...
Charles Louis Bigler, 76, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on February 13, 2023, in Nederland, Texas. A celebration of life will be 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 17, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Father Ernie Carpio of St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Visitation will take place from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Charles was born in Port Arthur, Texas,...
May Rose Granger, 84, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 4, 2023, in Groves, Texas. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 16, 2023, at United Pentecostal Church of Orangefield. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on December 25, 1938, she was the daughter of Wilson Hebert and Emma (LeBouf) Hebert. Mary was self-employed as a housekeeper. She was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Vidor for many years. Mary's memory will go on to be cherished...
Larry Gene Bush, 85, of Orange, Texas, went to be with his Heavenly Father on February 14, 2023, in Beaumont, Texas. Visitation will be Sunday, February 19, 2023, from 2 pm to 3 pm at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Interment will be at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange, Texas. Born in Groves, Texas, on November 6, 1937, he was the son of Joseph Achille Bush and Ruby Bert Hunt Bush O’Quin. After finishing school at Port Neches-Groves High School, Larry served as a me...
David Wayne Theis, 81, of Groves, passed away on February 13, 2023, peacefully at home. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, February 19, 2023, at The Courtyard, 4321 Lincoln Ave, Groves, Texas, 77619. Born in Parkersburg, West Virginia, on July 17, 1941, he was the son of Earl Theis and Marilla (Nolan) Theis. David was a wonderful and hardworking man. He loved his family dearly, especially his grandkids, who lovingly called him “Pa-Paw”. David enjoyed bei...
SUPER BOWL LVII Patrick Mahomes was magical when the Kansas City Chiefs desperately needed him to pull off another Super Bowl comeback. Playing on an injured ankle, Mahomes threw two touchdown passes in the fourth quarter and scrambled 26 yards on the go-ahead drive before Harrison Butker kicked a 27-yard field goal with 8 seconds left to give the Chiefs a 38-35 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night. Coach Andy Reid, who couldn’t win the big game in P...
Samuel David Hodges, Jr., 51, of Buna, Texas, passed away on February 3, 2023, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas. Born in Canyon, Texas, on July 30, 1971, he was the son of Samuel David Hodges, Sr. and Luann (Rodgers) Hodges. Samuel worked as a manager at Magic Express in Beaumont. He was the happiest when he was spending time outdoors and loved fishing, golfing, and bow hunting. Samuel loved watching football games and was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys. He was a soft...
The foundation of a hügelkultur raised bed begins by selecting a sunny location. Next dig into and remove several inches of garden soil, followed by digging a shallow trench. Add logs and branches to the trench. Grass clippings, shredded paperboard boxes, leaves, fresh manure and other organic materials called “green waste” are then added, filling in the spaces between the log and limbs (courtesy Farmer’s Almanac). We seem to be stuck in a somewhat dreary weather “holdi...
Jessica Eileen Ritter, 36, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on February 9, 2023, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 13, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Jeff Bell. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., Monday, February 13, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on September 13, 1...
Nicholas Mark Sowders, 33, of Beaumont, Tx, passed away on February 6, 2023. Funeral services will be 10:00am, February 17, 2023, at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica. Officiating will be Reverends Shane Baxter. of St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica in Beaumont, Tx. Visitation will be from 5:00pm-7:00PM, February 16, 2023, with a Rosary at 6:15pm, at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home in Beaumont, Tx. Immediately following his funeral a gathering will be held at Madison’s on D...
Super Bowl LVII is this weekend and, for the first time in history, both starting quarterbacks are from the great state of Texas. Whichever team you support, it will be a win for the Lone Star State! Here are five things happening around your state: 1. Business and Commerce hearing on the electric grid This week the Senate Business and Commerce Committee met to discuss possible redesign of the electric market and the electric grid. Representatives from the Public Utility...
Addie Cuttrell Wallace, 95, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 8, 2023, at Sabine Place in Orange. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Joshua Sharp, of Trinity Baptist Church in Orange. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. prior to the service February 11, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in...
Wanda Jean Wood, 85, of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on February 6, 2023, at Rosemary House in Beaumont, Texas. Memorial services will be at 5:00 p.m., Saturday, February 18, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 4:00 p.m.., Saturday, February 18, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Wanda Jean was born on May 13, 1937, to Thomas Mouzell and Minnie Geneva Fletcher in Tyler, Texas. She talked lovingly of her...
Douglas Keith Forsyth (Bubba), 69, born in Mansfield, Louisiana on July 28, 1953. Passed away at home on February 7, 2023. Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Bridge Point Fellowship in Bridge City. Officiating will be Paster Lance Faulkner. Keith graduated from Lutcher Stark High School in 1971 and worked at Jim-Austin Oldsmobile, Wickersham Ford and other area automobile body shops. He retired from the trade in 1986 due to illness. Keith was a...
Kenneth Ray Ballard, 83, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 4, 2023. Born in Sulphur Springs, Texas, on September 24, 1939, he was the son of Horace Edward Ballard and Dathel (Rettman) Ballard. Kenneth had dedicated his life to The Lord and was a member at Ninth and Elm Church of Christ in Orange, Texas. He proudly served 8 years in our United States Armed Forces before working as a chemist for Pittsburgh Paint and Glass Industries for 18 years. Kenneth later went on...
Corey James Griffith, 34, passed away on January 30, 2023, in Mississippi. Funeral services will be 8:00 p.m., Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Champlin Tom Rhodes. Visitation will be held prior to the service starting at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in San Diego, California, on July 29, 1988, he was the son of Timothy Griffith and Sherikay Griffith. Corey was a loving father, son,...
