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Articles from the March 12, 2019 edition


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  • The Orangefield Lady Bobcats traveled to East Chambers and defeated the Lady Bucs 18-1 in 5 innings. 

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    Ryden Stanfield went 3 for 4 with a double, and RBI and 2 runs scored. Codie Sorge went 2 for 3 with a walk and 4 RBIs. Emma Humplik went 2 for 2 with a double, a walk, 2 RBIs and 4 runs scored. Tiffany Ciancaglione went 1 for 2 with 2 walks and 2 RBIs. Alyssa Dodd went 1 for 2 with a walk, 2 RBI and 3 runs scored. Heather Mineer went 2 for 3 with a walk, 2 RBI and a run scored. Olivia Grant went 1 for 2 and was hit by 3 pitches, scored 4 runs and had an RBI. Hannah Dupuis went 2 for 4 with a run scored. Codie Sorge got the...

  • EARL THOMAS IS ONE OF NFL’S MOST DESIRED FREE AGENTS

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    KAZ’S KORNER If one sees boot marks on Seattle Seahawks’ four-time All-Pro safety Earl Thomas’ hiney at 3:01 p.m. today, then his speculation about being kicked to the curb by his team of nine seasons was absolutely true. This is the quip that Earl made to Dallas Cowboys’ head coach Jason Garrett after a game between the two teams late in the 2017 season. Nobody really believed this would happen, although Cowboys’ owner Jerry Jones did offer Seattle a third-round pick during last year’s draft for Thomas that was laughed off...

  • Faith, Fun and Music

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    Photo by Troy Jones Ford Park Arena in Beaumont was packed with more than 7,000 Christian music fans this past Friday (March 8, 2019) as faith-based music group Mercy Me, featuring vocalist Bart Millard, brought “The Imagine Nation” tour to Southeast Texas as the band performed an amazing 90-minute set of music. The band Crowder served as main support, while Buna-native Micah Tyler was the opening act of the night....

  • THE SPAWN IS ON

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    “When do you think the big bass will move up shallow to spawn on Toledo Bend,” asked the young man standing at the counter with his son in tow and a basket full of spinnerbaits and crankbaits.” The clerk just shrugged his shoulders and responded, “Cash or credit.” The answer should have been, “If you are still waiting you are already late!” Shallow is a relative term that depends on the size of the bass you hope to catch.Taking advantage of the spawn can equate to the easies...

  • Bridge City's Murder Mystery a big hit

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    Photo: Barry Foster’s “Sherriff John Ford” discusses the situation at the jail with Sadie Mae Harlow, played by Caitlin Pridemore and “William James” aka “Kid Vicious”, played by Kevin Mott. Record Photo: Penny LeLeux. Penny LeLeux For the Record Be wary of fanatical women totin’ rifles. You could wind up dead. Actors played to a sold out show Saturday night at the Bridge City Community Center for the Bridge City Chamber of Commerce Murder Mystery Dinner Theater “Death...

  • St. Joseph's Altar: A feast for all

    Debby Schamber|Updated Mar 12, 2019

    Photo: Cathy Blanda Britain, Carmen Mires Lucia, JoAnn Blanda Waguespack and Geralyn Blanda Vine of St. Mary’s Church are preparing for the St. Joseph’s Altar on Sunday. The public is invited to come enjoy the feast with the members of the church. For the Record St. Joseph's Altar will be celebrated Sunday at St. Mary's Church located at 912 W. Cherry Avenue for everyone to attend. Following the blessing and prayers, the meal will be served around noon. But, the first to be...

  • Ruby May LeJeune Parker, 79, of Deweyville,

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    Ruby May LeJeune Parker, 79, of Deweyville, Texas, passed away on March 9, 2019, in Orange, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 14, 2019, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Damon Bickham, of First Baptist Church in Deweyville. Burial will follow the service at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange, Texas. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Church...

  • BC Knights' Fish Fry Fridays return

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    Photo: Knights of Columbus members Clovis Harris, left, and Alton Terro prepare fish filets for the frying basket at the Bridge City KC Fish Fry March 8 in Bridge City. RECORD PHOTOS: Dave Rogers Dave Rogers For The Record The fish filets are golden, the bottom line divine. The Knights of Columbus in Bridge City, also known as Sacred Heart Council 3406, continue their longtime tradition of offering Friday Fish Frys during Lent. The Knights, a Catholic service and fellowship...

  • Bridge City Mayor Rutledge awarded by Texas Municipal League, elected to board

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    Photo: Mayor Rutledge is shown receiving the award from W.L. Pate, the outgoing President of the Texas Association of Mayors, Council members and Commissioners and a Beaumont City Council member. Mark Dunn For The Record Bridge City Mayor David Rutledge, in recognition of his commitment to continuing education, was recently awarded the Texas Municipal League Institute (TMLI) Certified Municipal Official designation. Mayor Rutledge was also elected to the TMLI board of director...

  • Depot restoration earns Texas’ top prize

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    RECORD PHOTOS: Dave Rogers Photo: Mayor Larry Spears, Jr., and Carrie Woliver, leader of the effort to restore the Orange Depot, show off the proclamation declaring March 7 “Orange Depot Day.” Dave Rogers For The Record Orange Mayor Larry Spears, Jr., said citizens’ efforts to restore the Orange Southern Pacific Train Depot touched off a positive can-do vibe in the city. He said it last week during a ceremony celebrating the granting of a historical marker by the Texas Histo...

  • City issues $8M in tax bonds

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    Dave Rogers For The Record The city of Orange passed an ordinance Tuesday authorizing the issuance of $8 million in tax and revenue certificates of obligation. The 20-year bonds, previously agreed upon by council members, would be used to pay for converting the Orange Natatorium into an indoor recreation complex, building a pavilion at the Orange Boat Ramp, for road repairs and streetscape improvements. According to Guy Goodson of Germer Law Firm, the bonds were purchased by The Baker Group of Oklahoma City with a net...

  • Consultants push paper, win FEMA funds

    Updated Mar 12, 2019

    Photo: Morgan Taylor and Nancy Beward look over some of the paperwork concerning Orange County’s recovery from Hurricane Harvey Tuesday at the Orange County Convention and Expo Center. RECORD PHOTO: Dave Rogers Dave Rogers For The Record Since March of last year, Orange County has approved more than $5 million worth of paperwork assignments to grant management consultants Wendorf Beward & Partners of Houston. That has already resulted in the county paying the company more t...