Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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The City of Pinehurst will hold a spring clean-up at MacArthur Shopping Center, 2600 MacArthur Dr., on Saturday, April 16, from 7:30 am-12 pm. The following items will NOT be accepted: Hazardous waste, oil, liquid paint, appliances containing freon, batteries and tires. Acceptable items include: Brush, furniture, white goods (no freon), metal, lumber and trash....
For its exemplary record of leadership, service, and activities that serve to improve the school and community, Bridge City High School Student Council has been awarded a 2016 National Gold Council of Excellence Award by the National Association of Student Councils (NASC). “Receiving an NASC National Gold Council of Excellence Award reflects the highest dedication on the part of the school to providing a strong, well-rounded student council program,” said Ann Postlewaite, Nat...
Officers from the Orange Police Department responded to the following calls on Monday, April 4: Traffic accident, N. Hwy. 62 at FM 1078 Burglary, 1105 Pier Rd. Warrant service, 201 8th St. Warrant service, 3201 16th St. Terroristic threat, 608 Strickland Dr. Warrant service, 400 Burton Ave. Traffic accident, 3770 N. 16th St. Traffic accident, Service Rd. at 16th St. Stolen vehicle, 6965 Guy Ln. Traffic accident, 2300 MacArthur Dr. Traffic accident, 600 Cypresswood Missing person, 201 8th St....
C.A.S.A. (Court Appointed Child Advocates) will hold a candlelight vigil on April 25, at 7:15 p.m., to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect. There will be a local choir singing and the Boy Scouts of America will be there. C.A.S.A. will read the Proclamation for Child Abuse Awareness which was passed in Commissioners Court. There will be a lantern release of 171 lanterns to represent the 171 cases of child abuse across the state of Texas, seven of which were from right here in the communities we serve. If you would...
Bridge City Elementary School will hold an early registration for the Kindergarten program April 11-22, from 5-7 pm, in the elementary school cafeteria. This evening registration is to accommodate those who aren't able to come during normal school hours. The following guidelines apply to the Kindergarten program: - Students must be five years old (5) on or before September 1, 2016. - A state certified birth certificate, complete immunization record, proof of residency in Bridge City ISD (electric, water, gas, or rental...
The Omega Upsilon Chapter of Order of Omega at Lamar University honored 17 outstanding members of the fraternity and sorority community during its initiation ceremony March 30. Order of Omega recognizes junior and senior fraternity men and sorority women who have attained a high standard of leadership and scholastic achievement. The honor is reserved for the top three percent of the Greek community, Order of Omega recognizes students who demonstrate the cardinal qualities of...
St. Mary Catholic School held its Perfect Attendance and Honor Roll Awards Ceremony for the third-nine week grading period. Students received certificates as their award and a ceremony was held with the entire student body. Students were announced and were recognized for their accomplishments. Award winners include: Distinguished Honor Roll 95 and above First Grade: Preston Ewing, Eliese Gravett, Taylor Huckaby , Paisley Lenz and Tristan Tran. Third Grade: Hannah Allison, Ty...
Students from Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City descended on Round Rock on March 11-12 for the Tiger Rock Texas National Tournament. Members competed against the best martial athletes from 24 Tiger Rock Academies from all around Texas. Contestants competed in Traditional Forms, Sport Sparring, One-Steps (White & Yellow Belts), Agility, Board Breaking, Free Design and Weapons Free Design. Competitors winning Gold medals in Traditional Forms and Sport Sparring attained...
This month's Orange Chamber of Commerce Student of the Month is Jose Elias Cornell of Community Christian School....
The Orange Chamber of Commerce Teacher of the Month is Community Christian School's Debbie Snyder. Congratulations, Debbie Snyder....
The Texas Longhorn Club in Vinton will be hosting Shane Smith and The Saints, April 16; Cody Johnson, April 23 and The Cadillac Three on Friday, July 1. The Longhorn is located at 2378 LA-109, Vinton. For ticket information, call 337-589-5647, extension 108....
On April 1, specialty chemicals company LANXESS and Saudi Aramco have completed the formation of their 50-50 joint venture for synthetic rubber, ARLANXEO. The deal was first announced in September 2015, and all relevant antitrust authorities had cleared the transaction by February 2016. With the closing of the transaction, a 50 percent share in the joint venture ARLANXEO was transferred to Dutch Saudi Aramco subsidiary, Aramco Overseas Holdings Coöperatief U.A. In return, LANXESS received cash proceeds of around EUR 1.2...
CommunityBank of Texas recently contributed $10,000 to the Lamar University Scholarship Program. This annually funded scholarship establishes the CommunityBank of Texas Scholarship and will support qualified, deserving students regardless of gender, race, creed or national origin. Recipients of the CommunityBank of Texas Scholarship will have financial barriers that would hinder them from receiving a college education without financial assistance. Every year four students will receive $2,500 for the fall and spring...
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Summer youth cooking camp offers a wonderful opportunity for children to learn hands on how to prepare and cook meals, while learning kitchen skills, proper sanitation, menu development and nutrition. The kids will also participate in a food challenge on the fourth day of the camp. The day camp is open to youth ages 8-14, with a limit of 60 kids. The camp is filling up fast, so please call 882-7010 now to secure reservations for your child. The camp will be held June 13-17, 10 am-2 pm, at the...
Award Winners from left are Tyler Regan, Jake Portie, Connor Alexander, Mariah Blair and Kaylee Patillo. The Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School UIL One Act Play Company competed at the Bi-District Contest held at Lamar-Port Arthur on Wednesday, March 30. The group previously advanced from their district contest with a first place ranking from all three judges. The students again earned a First Place ranking from every member of the judging panel advancing them to the 4A...
Pre-K 3 and 4 students learn about the letter U with Umbrella Parade. St. Mary Catholic School Pre-K 3 and 4 students learned about the letter U by having an umbrella parade. Each Pre-K student brought an umbrella for the event. All student body assembled in the gym while the Pre-K students paraded around the gym and perform with their umbrellas. Students enjoyed the program....
The American Legion Post 49, 108 Green Ave., Orange, will be selling chipped beef sandwiches, links and smoked boudain on Saturday, April 9 and Sunday, April 10 in front of the post. Please stop by and support your local veterans organization....
The City of West Orange will hold their annual Spring clean-up Friiday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16, from 8 am-3 pm both days. Dumpsters will be available behind the West Orange Fire Station and is for use by West Orange residents only, Residents may bring their debris during the two day cleanup. Proof of residency and photo identification will be required at drop site. No hazardous materials, tires, batteries, paint, etc. or normal household waste will be accepted. Any items containing freon must be drained of freon and...
The American Red Cross of Southeast and Deep East Texas will hold it's 28th Annual Hurricane Party Friday, May 6, honoring Ross and Eva Smith. For more information on tickets and sponsorships, go to: http://american.redcross.org/coctailsandcamo or contact Kari Fenner at 409-782-9121or [email protected]@redcross.org....
The following marriage licenses were issued by the office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk, for the week of March 28-April 1: David C. Nail and Angela J. Pratt Phillip J. Lavergne and Kelly L. Sims Vaydon C. Abrego and Macy L. Spoonemore Cody T, Cupit and Haley R. Richardson John M. LeBlanc, III and Tonette R. Robbins Brandon W. Schexnider and Lori E. Middleton Creighton C. Rayon, Jr and Christina M. Purkey David D. Best and Cheyenne L. Hightower Terrell K. Hatton and Renea Burr Thomas J. Denby, Jr and Brenda S....
Spring is here and that means the return of one of Orange's most popular events is too. The 14th annual Art in the Park festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 9, at Stark Park, 711 Green Avenue in front of the Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts in downtown Orange. The event, which is presented by the Orange Convention and Visitors Bureau, is being held later this year to be held in conjunction with the Orange County River Festival and Elite Redfish S...
Orangefield Bobcat slugger Brett Fregia rips a pitch against the Bridge City Cardinals in district action on Friday. This Friday the Bobcats travel to Silsbee to take on the Tigers. RECORD PHOTO: Mark Dunn Local baseball and softball teams continue to jockey for position in district standings as teams hit their stride this spring. The West Orange-Stark Mustangs continue to roll right along and look to have found their place in District 24-4A baseball following this past weeken...
Mother's Day is only one month away, and a new contest being sponsored by a local organization will surely make it even more joyous. The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce has announced its first-ever "Mother of the Year" contest for those who work or live in the Bridge City and Orangefield communities. However, the person nominating the candidate for "Mother of the Year" is not required to live within the specified area. Nomination letters should be submitted should be mailed...
The Deweyville Independent School District looks to get students back into classes next week. Following an extended spring break vacation due to historic flooding, the Deweyville Independent School District has announced plans to have students resume classes beginning Monday, April 11. Heavy rains in early March forced the Sabine River Authority to open its nine spillway gates to release water from Toledo Bend reservoir. This large water release, which reached at its peak was at 207,000 cubic feet per second, caused massive...
Photo by Tommy Mann Jr. Regional party and dance band Encore will perform starting at 9 p.m., Friday, April 8, at Madison's on Dowlen Road in Beaumont. Admission is charged at the door and the show is for ages 21 and older. Entertainment for the week By Tommy Mann Jr. The Record Festival season hits full stride in Orange County this month and it all begins this weekend with the Orange County River Festival, which is being held in conjunction with the Elite Redfish Series...
