Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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Orange County Commissioners Court Monday agreed to two separate plans to help develop recreation areas in the county, one in Vidor, and for the new fairgrounds-community center off FM 1442. Last week in a closed-door executive session to seek legal advice, commissioners talked about possible problems of having the county use county equipment on private property for the city of Vidor. Monday, Vidor City Attorney Guy Goodson said the property has a public egress area in deed...
When New York quarterback Eli Manning hit lanky 6-5 wide receiver Plaxico Burress with that 13-yard touchdown pass with 35 seconds left in Super Bowl XLII and the Giants trailing New England 14-10, cheers could almost be heard from the Big Apple by the millions of Giants’ fans watching the event at home on TV. But that raucous approval of the Giants ending New England’s 18-0 season with its first loss to spoil the Patriots’ bid for a perfect unblemished year was quiet compared to the cheering coming from a group of senior cit...
Down in Alexandria Louisiana resides the home of the undisputed most popular fishing lure known man, the one and only Rat-l-trap by Bill Lewis lures. No matter where you go to fish you can bet that somebody somewhere is probably chunking a Rat-l-trap. During this time of the year these lipless crankbaits step up to front of the line as far as catching fish is concerned. Springtime means red “traps” fished in and around the grass on both Toledo bend and Sam Rayburn. Chunking and winding the various shades and sizes of Rat...
This recipe is as simple as 1,2,3. You can make your own crust or get one already made. This came from Jodie Myers. Bottom Layer: Mix 2 cups crushed graham crackers. Add 5 tablespoons butter. Mix and spread in a 9 inch pie pan, or, get you a store bought graham cracker pie crust. Middle Layer: Mix 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 eggs, 1 stick margarine, 1 teaspoon vanilla, Mix then spread over bottom layer. Top Layer: 4 bananas, split and halved. 1 large can crushed pineapple (drained). Large carton whipped toping. Sprinkle with...
Lamar University Band will preview TMEA program in Feb. 12 Nederland performance The Lamar University Band will present a preview of its upcoming Texas Music Educators Association performance at a concert Tuesday, Feb. 12, in the Nederland High School Performing Arts Center. The 7:30 p.m. concert will be open to the public without charge. The 50-member ensemble, under the direction of Bradley Kent, will showcase George Gershwin’s classic “Rhapsody in Blue,” featuring Nick...
Students in Ann Craft’s Art I classes at West Orange – Stark High School utilized straws and math net patterns to create three dimensional mobiles in the style of Alexander Calder, providing an opportunity to extend math skills in art and reinforce geometric vocabulary and design. “This was the first time for many students to work with mobiles. Getting them to balance was a challenge for them, but as the mobiles began to emerge, their excitement grew. They are so col...
Golden K Kiwanis meet Shirley Marshall will speak on “Boxes for Iraq” to the Golden K Kiwanis Club at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 6, at Sunset Grove Country Club. A brunch will be served at 9:30. Golden K welcomes and encourages retired seniors who are looking for a service club geared to their age group to attend as their guests. Call 883-5761 for more information. BC Parents and Counselors to meet On Tuesday, Feb. 12, the Bridge City High School Counselors will review the high school course selection process with par...
Maggie Lou Mayo, 94, of Bridge City, passed away Monday, Feb. 4, at the Gulf Healthcare Center in Port Arthur. Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. Wednesday at Dorman Funeral Home in Orange. Born on Nov. 9, 1913 in Ala., she was a lifelong resident of the area, she was a homemaker, she enjoyed being with people and friends and especially enjoyed time with children. Mrs. Mayo is preceded in death by her...
Area fishermen took it on the chin from a weather standpoint the latter part of last week. It was cold, the wind blew, and it rained every day. It finally cleared out Saturday afternoon just in time for the Mardi Gras parade, but it was too late to salvage the weekend fishing. Monday was an improvement as well, but it looks like more of the wet stuff is on the way for the remainder of the week. The salinity still has not been affected that bad in Sabine Lake, but the water clarity has taken a beating. I don’t think it will t...
Don Fields will be retiring as the city manager of Bridge City on Feb. 29. The City Council led by Mayor Kirk Roccaforte is looking at current Public Works Director Jerry Jones as the leading candidate. “We feel that it is appropriate for us to look at Jones first since he is in place and familiar with our plans for the city,” Roccaforte said. The Council has been pleased with Jones’ performance as Public Works Director since hiring him seven years ago, the mayor said. Jones...
A great friend, Joe Burke, suffered a stroke and died last Tuesday, Jan. 29. After having the stroke, he lingered all day while Orange Baptist attempted to find a hospital with a staff that could handle his condition. Believe it or not, the only one found was John Sealy Hospital in Galveston. Joe died while in route. That says a lot about the kind of medical service available in this area. It’s really scary when you think about it. Joe had called this office at 11 a.m. Monday and also called Roy at 7:45 p.m. that evening. T...
The pet of the week features a red mixed breed Dachshund four months old and very lovable and sweet. She is hoping that for Ash Wednesday someone will adopt her so she can make you a great companion and loving friend....
Local men form company, Protective Housing Systems John Tarver was in a deer blind one day and looked at an exposed pipeline and valve standing on top of the ground. As his mind wandered in the quiet of nature, he thought about what might happen if a stray bullet hit the pipeline. So on his hunt for a deer, an idea was triggered. The idea kept him up at nights working on a design to cover and protect the pipelines that stick out of the ground all over Southeast Texas, and...
I entered public school in Wheeler, Texas in the middle of the third grade, having spent the first couple years following Dad around the country wherever the U.S. Navy sent him. In 1943, they shipped him out to South America, and we returned to Wheeler. Having left Wheeler when I was about four or five, I knew very few of the kids in school. I’ll never forget that first year for it was the one that I didn’t receive any cards on Valentine’s Day. Looking back, the problem was more mine than anyone else’s. A new kid coming in du...
The Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 2775 are looking for young people who support out overseas troops by writing letters or assisting their families here at home. A personal Letter and National Citation will be awarded to the students who send in their name, address and a list of activities from July 1, 2007 through March 15, 2008. Include the number of letters sent and the total hours spent. Mail the entry to Jeanette Clark, Youth Chairman; 3705 West Martin Street; Orange, TX 77630. For further information, call Chairman Clark at...
Father James Burkart of Orange was one of four priests honored at this years Clergy Appreciation Night for the Houston/Galveston Catholic Diocese. The Knights of Columbus put on the event in Stafford Texas and the newly appointed Cardinal Daniel Dinardo was one of the many guests of honor in attendance. Father Burkart was recognized as Clergy of the Year for his service and outstanding work in his home community of Hempstead Texas....
The February 28 Distinguished Lecture Series speaker at Lamar State College-Port Arthur will be Emmy- and Grammy-wining actor, author and television producer/director Levar Burton, who first was recognized for his performances in the 1977 award-winning television mini-series "Roots." Burton later co-starred in "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and served as the long-time host of the PBS television show "Reading Rainbow," a show he created and produced, beginning in 1983....
Seeking Increased Funding for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Like most people, Teresa Carver and her family live “paycheck to paycheck,” and between working 75 hours a week and studying for her college degree she was certain “could handle whatever came down the pike.” And she did until a series of events left her behind on her bills. After pawning “everything I could,” Carver said she was within two days of having her power shut off when she sought help from the Lo...
The MCT Credit Union Scholarship Program has been established to provide 6 area high school graduates with a $1,000 scholarship to help with the funds needed to attend college. MCT is committed to investing in the future of our teens through this program. The applicant must be a graduating senior and a current member of MCT Credit Union with accounts in good standing. The MCT 2007 scholarship applications are available at high school counselors’ offices in Jefferson, Hardin and Orange counties as well as all MCT branch l...
Joseph Eddie Johnson I, 85, of Orange passed away Monday, February 4, 2008, at his residence. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 8, 2008, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Officiating will be Reverend Tom Phelan. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Thursday at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange. Eddie was born April 26, 1922, the son of Osmond and Mathilda (Reed) Johnson. Eddie served in the US Navy during WWII. He retired f...
Christine Ann Rashall Rhodes, 49, of Orange passed away on Saturday, February 2, 2008, in Granbury, TX. Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, the 7th at Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Joseph P. Daleo of St. Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00-9:00 p.m. Wednesday, with a rosary at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Deacon Eddie Blankenstein officiating. Christine was born December 22, 1958, in Orange to Willie R. and P...
People in Houston are donating to the Muscular Dystrophy Association by participating in MDA’s annual Shamrocks Against Dystrophy program. Thousands here and across the country are buying and signing $1 and $5 Shamrock mobiles at restaurants, supermarkets, convenience stores and other local retailers to be displayed and create a festive St. Patrick’s Day atmosphere. Shamrocks Against Dystrophy is the nation’s largest charitable campaign associated with St. Patrick’s Day, and many businesses here have supported it for years....
Michael Washburn, Science teacher at West Orange – Stark High School was presented with a Certificate of Recognition from the Texas Exes Association by WO-S High School Principal Mike Mason at the Monday, Jan 28 meeting of the West Orange – Cove Board of Trustees. The Texas Exes Association recognized Washburn, a 31-year veteran of teaching as an exceptional individual and teacher who has made a significant contribution to the community. Principal Mike Mason nominated him for the honor. Washburn originally...
Seventeen students from Community Christian School were inducted as new members of the National Junior Honor Society in a ceremony held at school on January 28, 2008. Members were selected by the chapter’s Faculty Council for meeting high standards of scholarship, service, leadership, citizenship, and character. Students inducted were: Ashlyn Akhtar, Ivey Benoit, Brooke Boatman, Haley Brack, Jade Corbello, Brett Foster, Taylor Godwin, Leah Harrington, Lauren Jackson, B...
