Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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Races are beginning to take shape for the May 7 elections as the Feb. 19 filing deadline looms closer. City of Orange The City of Orange had no changes this past week and still has just one race currently on the May ballot. Incumbents Mary McKenna and Bill Mello, District 4 and Place 5, respectively, have filed for re-election, as has Dr. Wayne Guidry, the incumbent in District 2. McKenna will be opposed by former councilperson Annette Pernell for the District 4 chair. People...
Jason Ashworth, at left, and Jonathan Baggett were both promoted to the rank of Lieutentant this past Friday during a special ceremony inside the Danny Gray Room of the Orange Police Department. Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. Two officers which have served the Orange community faithfully for many years have been promoted. The Orange Police Department held a special promotional ceremony this past Friday morning inside the Danny Gray room for Jason Ashworth and Jonathan Baggett, as...
The Pinehurst Police Department responded to the following calls from Jan. 17 - Jan. 23, 2016. Sunday, Jan. 17 • Harassment in the 2200 block of 35th Street. • Assist other agency in area of Henrietta and MacArthur Drive. • Suspicious activity in the 3800 block of West Park Avenue. • Suspicious activity in the 3600 block of West Park Avenue. Monday, Jan. 18 • Suspicious activity in the 3600 block of West Park Avenue. • Animal call in the 1800 block of 29th Street. Tuesday, Jan. 19 • Theft in the 2500 block of MLK. Wednesda...
Country music star and Orange County-native Tracy Byrd will perform in concert at the Jefferson Theatre in downtown Beaumont on Saturday, April 2, along with fellow country music artist Neal McCoy. Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. Two Texas-natives and very popular country music artists have scheduled a spring concert for Southeast Texas. Country music stars Tracy Byrd and Neal McCoy will perform on Saturday, April 2 inside the historic Jefferson Theatre in downtown Beaumont. Tickets...
The cast of the upcoming "Murdarrr Mystery Dinner Theater" rehearse on Monday night ahead of its performance on Saturday, Feb. 6, inside the Bridge City Community Center. Tickets for the adults-only fundraiser for the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce are $40 each or $300 for a table of eight and can be purchased by calling 409-735-5671. Courtesy photo For one night, Bridge City will be overun with pirates as part of a fundraising event for a local organization. The Bridge City...
Renovations and repairs are coming to several Orange County facilities and it will not cost the county a cent. Orange County Commissioners unanimously approved a measure to have Way Service, Ltd. to conduct repairs and make upgrades to several county buildings in an effort to increase savings related to energy efficiency. Much of this project will include either repairs or upgrades to a variety of energy related systems, such as lighting, HVAC and more, and will potentially...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Pinehurst Police Reports The Pinehurst Police Department responded to the following calls from Nov. 22 - Nov. 28, 2015. Sunday, Nov. 22 • Alarm in the 200 block of Strickland. • Assist other agency in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive. • Assist other agency in the 3500 block of Martin. Monday, Nov. 23 • Suspicious activity in the 2700 block of MacArthur Drive. • Assist other agency in the 700 block of Albany. Tuesday, Nov. 24 • Alarm in the 2500 block of MLK. • Suspicious activity in the 2300 block of 41st Street. Wedne...
The filing deadline has passed and the races for the March Primary elections are now set. This past Monday evening was the deadline for filing for a place on the ballot for those interested in running for office next March. After the deadline, a total of seven races will be on the Orange County Republican ballot and one on the Orange County Democratic ballot. Last minute filings by several new Republican candidates have set up races for the positions of Orange County...
Christmas events are on tap everywhere you look this month, and one of the newest traditions is back to celebrate its fifth year. The Fifth Annual Orangefield Christmas Parade and Festival will be held on Saturday, Dec. 12. The theme set for this year's festival will be "Homecoming Christmas" and will honor the Orangefield High School homecoming queens through the years. The parade will begin at 10 a.m., Dec. 12, and start near the U.S. Post Office on FM 408 and travel on FM...
The filing period for the March Primary elections has become very active in the past week. Seven incumbents and four new candidates have come forth in the past week to file for a spot on the ballot in the Republican and Democratic Primary elections, which are scheduled to take place in March 2016. The Republican Party in Orange County has basically had all of the activity since filing began on Nov. 14. Two incumbents, Orange County Sheriff Keith Merritt and Orange County Attorney John Kimbrough, have filed for re-election to...
Representatives from Sabine Federal Credit Union presented a check to the Julie Rogers "Gift of Life" program this past Friday afternoon for $1,150. Employees contributed $5 each Wednesday they opted to wear blue jeans or a Breast Cancer Awareness T-shirt during the month of October. Pictured, from left to right, are Maureen McAllister, Kristen McCauley, Pat McKee, Gloria Moore, Barbara Koons and Wanda McGraw. Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. Employees of a local financial institution...
The West Orange Police Department responded to the following calls from Nov. 1 - Nov. 7: Sunday, Nov. 1 • Theft in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive. Tuesday, Nov. 3 • Two people were arrested for theft in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive. Wednesday, Nov. 4 • Person arrested for theft and criminal trespassing in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive. Thursday, Nov. 5 • Person arrested for possession of a synthetic drug in the 100 block of Holly Street. Saturday, Nov. 7 • Theft in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive. So...
