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  • Bees of the Big Thicket

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 26, 2021

    Bees of the Big Thicket captured the attention of Dr. Daniel Bennett of Stephen F. Austin State University and Dr. John Pascarella of Sam Houston State University. Beginning in 2017, Bennett coordinated research culminating in the documentation of 130 species of bees. Bennett and SFA graduate student, Archie Sauls, collected and compared species diversity in various habitats of the Big Thicket National Preserve. Bees were sorted, pinned, and labeled with the assistance of...

  • Quail Surveys Yield Modest Prospects Ahead of Oct. 30 Season Opener

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 19, 2021

    AUSTIN— Quail season begins statewide Oct. 30 but outside of South Texas, bobwhite and scaled quail populations continue to their long, slow road to recovery following several years of drought. As such, hunting opportunities and success will vary across the state. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) experts say that during the annual Quail Roadside Survey period in August, which consists of biologists traveling more than 3,300 miles, male Bobwhite quail could be heard calling regularly during morning drives, but a...

  • Numbers, Favorable Conditions Could Provide Hunters with a Good Season

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 19, 2021

    AUSTIN – With millions of ducks in the Central Flyway and promising conditions in many parts of the state, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists suggest these factors could indicate a good waterfowl season is ahead for Texas Hunters. For the second straight year, the May Breeding Waterfowl Survey was cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns in both the United States and Canada. Instead, TPWD biologists largely relied on fellow biologists in the breeding grounds of Canada and the United States prairie states to h...

  • Marilyn Malagarie Named Employee of the Month by Bridge City Chamber of Commerce

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 19, 2021

    The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce has announced that Marilyn Malagarie, Employee of COS Printing, has been named October Employee of the Month. Marilyn was presented her award, sponsored by Energy Country Ford, by Ambassador and COS Printing Owner, Eric Andrus at the October Networking Coffee hosted by Re/Max-Candace Mulhollan Group. Marilyn was nominated by Eric Andrus who said, Mrs. Malagarie worked for Central Office Supply off and on for over 20 years. First started work...

  • Orangefield HS MOS Certifications

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 18, 2021

    Congratulations to these students for passing the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel exam. These students are members of Mrs. Bellard's Business Information Managment 2 class....

  • Marriage License Issued October 11,2021 Thru October 15,2021

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 18, 2021

    Marriage License : Issued By The Office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk For the week of October 11 , 2021 thru October 15, 2021 John W. Jones, Jr. and Julie A. Smith Brenden T. Thibodeaux and Lauren Y. Lewis Kendall R. Lobb and Brittany L. Snider Stuart L. Boudreaux and Hope M. Simon Michael W. Guidry, Jr. and Ruth A. Peck Timothy L. Collins and Carrie E. Kelly Lucas J. Moore and Shay M. Jordan Jason G. Beavens and Hannah D. Thompson Daniel K. Worth and Andrea R. Cruz Brandon E. Mojica and Brooke N. Webb Michael W....

  • Vicki Lynn Brown, 72, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 18, 2021

    Vicki Lynn Brown, 72, of Orange, passed away on October 11, 2021, at CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas after a lengthy illness. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 6, 1949, she was the daughter of Earl Drake and Betty Drake. She developed lifelong friends during her school years and time in Orange and always knew this was the place she wanted to retire to. She married Dr. Frank Malloy Brown and moved to Austin, Texas where she attended the University of Texas and...

  • Bridge City October Student Of The Month Brad Brown

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 12, 2021

    The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the October Student of the Month for Bridge City is Brad Brown. Brad is ranked 5 of 196 with a GPA of 4.7. Brad was presented his certificate and gift bag by Bridge City Chamber Ambassador, Maureen McAllister at the October coffee hosted by Re/Max, Candance Mulhollan Group. He received gift certificates and gifts from: COS Printing, Wellspring Credit Union, Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City, Sabine Federal...

  • Orangefield October Student Of The Month Draven Crochet

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 12, 2021

    The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the October Student of the Month for Orangefield is Draven Crochet. Draven is ranked 12 of 138 with a GPA of 4.60. She was presented her certificate and gift bag by Bridge City Chamber Ambassador, Christy Khoury at the October coffee hosted by Re/Max, Candance Mulhollan Group. She received gift certificates and gifts from: COS Printing, Wellspring Credit Union, Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City, Sabine...

  • TOTAL CARE Named BC Chamber Business Member of the Month

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 12, 2021

    The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that Total Care has been named Business of the Month for October 2021. Maddison Bouget was presented the award, sponsored by Energy Country Ford, by Ambassador and Board Member Elyse Thibodeaux at the October Networking Coffee hosted by Re/Max-Candace Mulhollan Group. The Board of Directors has chosen Total Care as Business of the Month for October 2021. Total Care has been there for our community, our staffs and...

  • Joseph Paul Patronella, 62, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 12, 2021

    Joseph Paul Patronella, 62, of Orange, passed away on October 2, in North Carolina. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 13, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 12, with a rosary service at 6:00 p.m., at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, on January 20, 1959, he was the son of John H. Patronella and Lyndia (Chapman) Patronella. Joe...

  • Randall B. Culp, 68, Bridge City

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 12, 2021

    Randall B. Culp , 68, of Bridge City passed away on October 3, 2021 in Pt. Arthur, Tx. Born in Orange on December 4, 1952, Randy was the son of Thomas P. Culp and Evelyn Lillian (McKnight) Culp. He was a devoted member of First Baptist Church-Orangefield where he taught Sunday School, facilitated Life Groups, as well as serving in other positions at the church. He was always eager to tell others about his hope in Christ. Randy enjoyed traveling with his family, woodworking...

  • Gladys Faye Martin, 95, Orange

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 12, 2021

    Gladys Faye Martin, 95, of Orange, passed away on October 4, in Nederland. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 16, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, October 15, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Vinton, Louisiana, on August 8, 1926, Gladys was the daughter of Vores Sonier and Emma Gladys (Reed) Sonier. She was a woman that al...

  • BCMS Football Results 10/7 And 10/5

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 12, 2021

    BCMS hosted the HJ Hawks in their home opener Thursday night. The 7th grade red team lost 24-6. The offense was led by Hudson Hoffman (touchdown run) and Bryce Breeden. The 7th grade team falls to 1-3 on the season and 0-2 in district. The 8th grade red team defeated the Hawks 34-12. Four different players scored the five Cardinal touchdowns on the night. Slade Herman and Hunter Ford had touchdown receptions, while Austin Frederick and Abraham Munguia (2) had touchdown runs. The offensive and defensive lines did a great job...

  • OJH Volleyball at LC-M 10/11/21

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 12, 2021

    Monday, our Lady Bobcats traveled to Little Cypress to take on the Lady Cubs. We had a phenomenal fanbase and appreciate all the encouragement brought by our Bobcat Family! The 7th-grade B-team started off the night with Jaelyn Leibold dominating the service line, delivering nine straight points to put the Cubs on their heels. Our Bobcats kept the pressure on them with the help of Kyleigh Sowell, who had great attacks, as well. Lainey Maricle, with her serves and successful back row attacks, proved to be too much for the...

  • Marriage License For The Week Of October 4 , 2021 Thru October 8, 2021

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 11, 2021

    Jayden A. Cannon and Kenleigh B. Leggett Frank D. Rogers and Alexi M. Valastro Jacob A. Lemoine and Brittnie R. Powell Craig H. Allen and Jana M. Stevens Gale E. Smith, Jr. and Kimberly A. Heath Nathan Harding and Shanna M. Trahan Jeren D. Clippa and Crystal A. Schmidt Tristan D. Galland and Chelsea R. LaPointe Joshua W. Finnefrock and Kristyn A. Davis Wesley W. Granger, Jr. and Jennifer J. Talcott Raul Martin, IV and China E. Burks Joseph W. Chandler, III and Sydney A. Koxlien Daniel E. Breland and Robbi Murphy Kodie J....

  • Bridge City High School September Student Of The Month Keelin Finley

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 5, 2021

    The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the September Student of the Month for Bridge City High School is Keelin Finley. Keelin was presented her certificate and gift bag by Bridge City Chamber Ambassador, Elyse Thibodeaux, President of Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City, at the September coffee hosted by COS Printing. Keelin is the daughter of Heather and James Finley. She is ranked 1 of 196 with a GPA of 4.77. She received gift certificates and...

  • Orangefield High School September Student Of The Month Zoe Martin

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 5, 2021

    The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the September Student of the Month for Orangefield High School is Zoe Martin. Zoe was presented her certificate and gift bag by Bridge City Chamber Ambassador, Elyse Thibodeaux, President of Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City, at the September coffee hosted by COS Printing. Zoe is ranked 1 of 138 with a GPA of 4.89. Future Plans Zoe plans to attend Texas A&M University with the intent to pursue a major in...

  • Lanie Crowson Named Employee of the Month by Bridge City Chamber of Commerce

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 5, 2021

    The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that Lanie Crowson, Employee of Leslie’s Place, has been named September Employee of the Month. Lanie was presented her award, sponsored by Energy Country Ford, by Ambassador and Board Member Dave Derosier, Owner of OhainWeb, at the September Networking Coffee hosted by COS Printing. Lanie was nominated by Dave Derosier who said, “I met Lanie Crowson the first time my wife and I went to Leslie’s Place. She is full...

  • Lumpkin Premier Services Named BC Chamber Business Member of the Month

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 5, 2021

    The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that Lumpkin Premier Services has been named Business of the Month for September 2021. Gary Lumpkin was presented the award, sponsored by Energy Country Ford, by Ambassador and Board Member Candace Mulhollan, Owner of Re/Max One, at the September Networking Coffee hosted by COS Printing. The Board of Directors has chosen Lumpkin Premier Services as Business of the Month for September 2021. The Board selected Lumpkin...

  • Sheral Preston Kay, 79, Bridge City

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 5, 2021

    Sheral Preston Kay, 79, of Bridge City, passed away on September 20, 2021, in Beaumont. Born on November 17, 1941, he was the son of Solomon Kay and Margaret (Scoggins) Kay. Sheral served bravely in the United States Marine Corps. In addition to being a member of the Pipefitters Union Local 195, he owned Kay's Auto Repair. He adored his family more than anything in the world, and would go above and beyond to provide for them. Sheral could often be found telling stories about t...

  • BCMS Football Results 9/30 vs HF and 9/29 vs Groves

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 5, 2021

    The Bridge City Middle School 7th and 8th grade red teams traveled to Hamshire Fannett and came away 1-1 on the night. The 7th grade red team lost 26-8. The offense was led by Keagan Trahan and Bryce Breeden. Defensive leaders were Alex Chappell, Breeden, and Joel Williams. The 7th grade team falls to 1-2 on the season and 0-1 in district. The 8th grade red team won 20-16. Mid way through the 3rd quarter they fell behind 16-6, but continued to keep playing hard to keep HF scoreless the rest of the way, allowing the offense...

  • Hilda Marie Turner Mire, 88, Bridge City,

    Staff Report|Updated Oct 5, 2021

    Hilda Marie Turner Mire, 88, of Bridge City, passed away on October 3, in Port Arthur. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 9, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Reverend Brian Gibbs. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, October 8, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Milton, Louisiana, on November 16, 1932, Hilda was the daughter of Leonce...

  • OJH Football Vs. Vidor- 9/28/21

    Staff Report|Updated Sep 30, 2021

    Tuesday night, the Bobcats took the show on the road to Vidor, and the rain stopped just long enough to get in all three games. The B-team had another great showing and came very close to getting their first victory of the season, with the help of several beautiful throws by Seth Smith. In the end, the Cats tied 0-0 with the Pirates. The defense had another shutout, which was led by Cane Ritchey and Kellen Hawthorne who kept the Pirates at bay all evening long. The offense was led by Emmanuel Zepeda, again, rushing for close...

  • John K. Smith, 65, Bridge City

    Staff Report|Updated Sep 28, 2021

    John Smith, 65, of Bridge City, passed away on September 23, 2021, in Beaumont. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday, October 2, 2021at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, October 2, 2021, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Darrell Segura. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 10, 1956, he was the son of J.W. Smith and Lois Louise (Johnson) Smith. John was a loving and kind husband, son,...

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