Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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Comedian Bill Engvall is back with another night of laughs and fun on Saturday, June 18, at the Golden Nugget Casino in Lake Charles, La. Tickets go on sale Friday at all Ticketmaster outlets for ages 21 and older. Courtesy photo It's time to grab your sign and make plans for the summer because one of the funniest comedians of the past decade is headed to Southwest Louisiana. Comedian Bill Engvall will perform at 8 p.m., Saturday, June 18, inside the Grand Event Center of the...
Commissioners received an update on a potential energy savings project which could save the county millions of dollars. Orange County Commissioners met Tuesday afternoon to conduct routine business and received a report from Way Service, Ltd. pertaining to a study to identify areas in energy expenses where the county can reduce savings in the future. Much of this project will include either repairs or upgrades to a variety of energy related systems, such as lighting, HVAC and more. According to Ken Morris, Capital Generation...
There has already been some movement in the filings for the May elections. The filing period for places on the May general elections is open from now through Friday, Feb. 19 for several cities and school districts, water districts and the port and navigation district. City of Orange The City of Orange will have three council seats open for election this year, and thus far two of the incumbents have filed for re-elections. Mary McKenna and Bill Mello, District 4 and Place 5, respectively, have filed for re-election and remain...
One of the most popular female rock artists of all time is headed back to Southeast Texas for a concert this winter. Pat Benatar, along with her husband and guitarist Neil Giraldo, will perform Saturday, Feb. 20 inside the historic Jefferson Theatre in downtown Beaumont for all ages. Tickets are $45-$79 at all Ticketmaster outlets and are on sale now, including online at www.ticketmaster.com or charge by phone at 800-745-3000. The rock music couple have been on the road since 2014, when they celebrated their 35th Anniversary...
Property taxes are typically due at the end of January, but taxpayers will get an extra day this year. Local taxpayers in Orange County will get an added to to submit tax payments this year as property taxes, which are normally due on Jan. 31, will be due on Monday, Feb. 1 instead as the 31st is on a weekend. Payments can be made on Monday, Feb. 1, without penalty and interest. "To avoid late fees, people should come in as soon as possible," said Lynda Gunstream, Orange...
Todd Lintzen was in attendance during Monday's meeting of the Bridge City Independent School District's Board of Trustees. Lintzen was named the lone finalist for the Bridge City ISD superintendent position on Wednesday, Jan. 13. Lintzen can sign a contract with the district following a 21-day waiting period. Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. Weeks of searching appear to be over as the Bridge City ISD Board of Trustees have announced a final candidate for superintendent. The Board of...
Commissioners approved a new policy on Tuesday which will hopefully prevent any future problems with bill payments on the rare chance a meeting is not held. Orange County Commissioners unanimously approved a new policy Tuesday afternoon, which will continue until Sept. 30, 2016, the end of the current fiscal year, to help make sure certain county bills are paid when a situation arises and a meeting of Commissioners Court cannot be held. On Dec. 29, 2015, the last meeting of...
Laissez les bon temps rouler! It's Mardi Gras time in Southeast Texas and that means Orange County will kick off the good times with its annual parade at the end of the month. The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Krewe of Krewes Parade beginning at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 30 in downtown Orange. The family-friendly event will feature numerous decorated and lighted floats, more beads than you can imagine and an evening of live music and fun following the parade. "This parade is a true family-friend...
Michael Hoke, a man known for his passion for educating young minds and the environment died this past week. Hoke, who died Wednesday, Jan. 13, leaves behind a legacy which will be remembered for years to come. He was an important member of the community who strived to make the world a better place by improving the environment and he did that for many years right here in Orange. Hoke was very instrumental in the construction of Shangri La and making the facility the world...
The filing period for local elections in May has begun. The filing period for places on the May general elections is now open from Wednesday, Jan. 20 through Friday, Feb. 19, 2016 for several cities and school districts, along with various water districts and the port and navigation district. Early voting for the general election is from Monday, April 25 through Tuesday, May, 3. Election day will be Saturday, May 7. Some new laws are in place for this year's general election. One of the new laws has changed the uniform...
Professional angler and Jasper-native Todd Faircloth will be one of six professional anglers serving as instructors as The BASS University event to be held Saturday, Jan. 23 and Sunday, Jan. 24, in Orange. Courtesy Photo School will be in session for amateur anglers as The BASS University rolls into Orange this month. Stemming from the massive success of Bassmaster Elite Series fishing tournaments held in Orange in 2013 and 2015, officials with The BASS University, in...
Elyse Thibodeaux, President-elect of the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce, at left, presents the "Ambassador of the Year" award to Lucy Fields.Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. Another successful year is in the books following the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce's annual event this past Monday. The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce held its 56th Annual Banquet and “Taste of the Bayou” this past Monday night at Bridge City Elementary in Bridge City as local businesses, chamber members, ele...
The Record A new procedure system meant to simplify court operations received some clarification during Tuesday's meeting. Orange County Commissioners discussed the new parliamentary procedures, which were introduced by Orange County Judge Brint Carlton during the Jan. 5 Commissioners Court meeting and approved after a lengthy discussion. Tuesday's discussion, requested by David Dubose, the Precinct 1 Commissioner, was centered on the phrasing of one procedure in particular....
With open carry now in full effect, Orange County is falling in line with other county governments across the state on restricting where these firearms can carried. Orange County Commissioners Court met in a special session on Tuesday and dealt with an extremely lengthy, time-consuming agenda, which included an agenda item to regulate where licensed handgun owners may or may not carry firearms as it pertains to Orange County government facilities. It also included authorizing...
Tuesday's meeting of the Orange County Commissioners was canceled due to lack of a quorum, so next week's meeting should have a full agenda. Although commissioners were unable to take any action at the last scheduled meeting for 2015, next week's meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016, should have the same agenda. This includes the topic of carrying a handgun various Orange County courtrooms and facilities. The item on Tuesday's agenda was to discuss and possibly take action on authorizing the placement of signs regulating the carr...
Members of the Smith family from Orangefield pass out free white crosses to passers-by this past Monday morning in a parking lot in front of Walmart in West Orange. The Smiths are part of Turning Point Church in Vidor, which has been passing out the crosses for many weeks. Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. Faith and religion are subjects some people prefer not to discuss in order to avoid conflict, but, for others, it is something to be shared because it is part of who they are. This pa...
City leaders have opted to follow state law in prohibiting firearms in certain locations instead of creating its own resolution. The City of West Orange recently considered the creation of its own specific ordinance regarding citizens in possession of firearms in municipal buildings, but, after a brief discussion, councilmembers opted to take no action and instead follow the lead of state regulations which are already in place. Chief Mike Stelly of the West Orange Police Department, who also serves as the city manager,...
Texas rock outfit ZZ Top will perform at the Golden Nugget Casino in Lake Charles, La. on Saturday, April 23, 2016. Tickets are $65-$80 at all Ticketmaster outlets. Several others shows have recently been added to the Golden Nugget 2016 lineup. Photo courtesy of LocalMusicGuide.net That "Little Ol' Band from Texas" is headed across the border for a showcase in Southwest Louisiana. The Texas rock trio known as ZZ Top will perform Saturday, April 23, 2016, inside the Grand Event...
With the timeline firmly established, the search for the next superintendent of Bridge City ISD is underway. The Bridge City Independent School District's Board of Trustees has begun the process of searching for its next superintendent and has established its timeline for the process. The Trustees opted to hire a firm, Arrow Educational Services, Inc. which is located in Henderson, Texas, to assist in the search for the next superintendent. Arrow Educational Services, Inc....
With the approaching Christmas and New Year's Day holidays, the majority of city, state and federal locations will be closed in observance of those days. All non-essential offices in the cities of Orange, West Orange, Bridge City and Pinehurst will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 25, as well as Friday, Jan. 1, 2016 in observance of the Christmas and New Year's holidays, respectively. West Orange will also be closed on New Year's Eve, Dec. 31. Non-essential offices in Orange County, as well as state and...
American rap and hip-hop artist Pitbull will perform at Golden Nugget Casino in Lake Charles, La. for ages 21 and older on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, Dec. 23, at all Ticketmaster outlets. Courtesy photo The New Year looks to get off to a hot start as one of the most commercially popular music artists of the last few years heads to Southwest Louisiana. Rapper and hip-hop artist Pitbull will perform at 8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016, inside the Grand E...
A special groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday for the soon-to-be constructed Stark Museum Library and Archive and Art Education Wing. Pictured, from left to right, are Rob Clark, Vice President, Architectural Alliance; Larry David, Chairman of Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; Trina Nelson Thomas, Director of Stark Art and History Venues; Walter G. Riedel, III, President and CEO of Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; Jerry Vandervoort, Project...
A special groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday for the soon-to-be constructed Stark Museum Library and Archive and Art Education Wing. Pictured, from left to right, are Rob Clark, Vice President, Architectural Alliance; Larry David, Chairman of Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; Trina Nelson Thomas, Director of Stark Art and History Venues; Walter G. Riedel, III, President and CEO of Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; Jerry Vandervoort, Project...
Bridge City Police Reports The Bridge City Police Department responded to the following calls from Nov. 22 - Nov. 28, 2015. Sunday, Nov. 22 • Assist other agency in the 2100 block of Wise. • Disturbance in the 100 block of Lake. • Welfare check in the 400 block of Christy Lane. • Animal call in the 400 block of Blueberry. Monday, Nov. 23 • Disturbance in the 500 block of Jones. • Disturbance in the 100 block of Lake. • Animal call in the 700 block of Texas Avenue. Tuesday, Nov. 24 • Disturbance in the 200 block of Tenney...
The Julie Rogers "Gift of Life" Program recognized its community partner, BBVA Compass, during a special luncheon event Thursday at Baptist Hospital Orange. Pictured, from left to right, are Norma Sampson, Julie Rogers "Gift of Life" Program; Todd Senters and Becky Trahan, Baptist Hospital Orange; Will Leonard, BBVA Compass, Lana Thibodeaux, BBVA Compass; Regina Rogers, Julie Rogers "Gift of Life" Program; and Christi Moerbe, BBVA Compass. Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. A local finan...
