Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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Folks at the Galveston District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers likes to call themselves “Champions of the Texas Coast.” Who are way more important than Guardians of the Galaxy, in the minds of any right-thinking, flood-weary Orange County residents. Those Champions have been having closed-doors meetings with city and county elected leaders to discuss plans for a system of levees, floodwalls, gates and pump stations being designed to reduce the risk to human life and eco...
A busy time arrives in the 2021 outdoor season with the elite performers needing to finish in the top four at district meets in order to advance to the area meets. That opportunity already has come and gone in District 22-4A last week at West Orange. So we should extend our congratulations to the WO-S boys and BC girls for capturing the team titles. We wish to salute the fine young athletes – Caryss Carpenter of BC and Raymond Baltrip of Silsbee for being the individual h...
The Houston Astros must be mad!! They are upset over the fact the Oakland A's won the American League West Division title last season. They are angry over the catcalls the A's fans were hurling at them for allegedly cheating to win the 2017 World Series during the opening four-game series of the 2021 major league baseball season. So, Houston retaliated by completely overwhelming Oakland by scores of 8-1, 9-5, 9-1 and 9-2 in the four-game series that began last Thursday night...
The Dovetail Games Bassmaster Elite at Sabine River fishing tournament is something Eric Perez has been looking forward to. "This is the first time we've had an event where things are really open like they used to be," the longtime B.A.S.S. event director said Tuesday, speaking of Texas dropping its mask mandate and crowd-size limitations a few weeks back. "Of course, bass fishing, by nature, has distancing in it already. We paused like most of the world did last March, but...
Navy Park was a beehive of Easter finery Sunday, awash in bright colors, packed with children and their parents, and overflowing with smiles. Among those enjoying themselves were the organizers of the Easter Egg Hunt and neighborhood get-together, a group of 30- and 40-somethings giving back. "We were kids in that community at one time. It's time for us to give back," said Nicholas Jackson, who along with friend Robert Jack is credited with coming up with the idea for "Fruit...
Homebuilders were busy framing and roofing in the new Silver Bridge addition off Ferry Road in Bridge City on Friday, April 3. Fourteen homes ranging in price from $260,000 to $300,000 are under construction by builder DR Horton, a nationwide firm with Texas roots. RECORD PHOTOS: Dave Rogers...
Carl Harbert started his Good Friday with one of the many good deeds he has provided his hometown since he retired as a plant manager. He helped his 93-year-old next-door neighbor put in a garden. "I guess it's the way I was raised," he said. "As you get older, you take care of the older people," he said, "and I've been cutting his grass for a while now. "I just believe in helping people." Since 2018, Harbert has been Bridge City's Place 1 City Council Member. He is seeking...
SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY EDITION NEXT WEEK Next week's Record will feature the naming of the "Person of the Year," along with historical articles and other special articles and columns. We will print extra copies of this edition so it will be a good time to advertise your message at our low advertising rates. An award ceremony will be held next Wednesday, April 14, at Robert's Restaurant, 12 noon. Robert will provide special seating for distancing. Everyone is welcome to attend. Co...
My name is TAMMI FISETTE and I have filed for Re-Election, PLACE 3 on the Bridge City City Council. Working together for the good of the community is what I believe makes a difference. Looking back over the last 6 years that you have allowed me to serve you and be your voice at City Hall, I can say it has been a pleasure and a blessing to represent you, our citizens of Bridge City. As Election Day approaches again I would be honored to have the opportunity to continue to serve...
Sheriff Jimmy Lane Mooney, administrator of the Orange County Jail, recently completed an extensive training course at the Correctional Management Institute of Texas, a division of Sam Houston State University. One of only 18 jail administrators chosen from across Texas, Sheriff Mooney spent more than 40 hours in this program learning the professional skills and techniques needed for managing a county jail. The program was provided at no cost to Orange County or the...
Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) and Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) care for students and want to assist every student during this time of continued uncertainty and economic unrest. For students enrolling in courses during the Summer 2021 and Fall 2021 semesters, LSCO and LSCPA want to continue providing students with the hope of a productive and secure future. As such, the colleges are each offering students the opportunity to receive one free course this summer...
Morton David Kline, 78, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 3, 2021. Morton was born on December 19, 1942 in Houston, Texas to his parents, Sam Leo Kline and Miriam"Bushy" Goldberg Kline. The family moved to Port Arthur, Texas where Morton graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School. He served his country in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Mannheim, Germany. After completing his military service, Morton attended Lamar University where he met his...
Outside of not even leaving the dock, the single biggest impediment to consistent fishing success is getting in a rush to get it done. One of our better local bass fishermen was quick to point that out earlier this week. “If I don’t get to make a single weigh-in this week,” he said, “I have already benefited from the Bassmaster Elite coming to town. Three years ago I was more concerned with where my favorite angler was fishing than how he was fishing.” The lesson learned w...
This week the Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 5, a bill I authored that would address broadband access across the state. I appreciate the support of my colleagues and the leadership from the House author Rep. Trent Ashby. Here are five things happening around your state: 1. Texas Department of Transportation offering Project Celebration grants The Texas Department of Transportation is offering $750 mini-grants to high schools for alcohol-free and drug-free parties after...
Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School has set 2021 Graduation for Tuesday, May 25, 2021 beginning at 8:00 PM in Battlin’ Bear Stadium. Seniors chose “Don’t Blink,” by Kenny Chesney, as the Senior Song. Their Motto is “ ’21 and Done,” and the Class Flower is the White Rose....
The Mauriceville Middle School Band brought home a Sweepstakes trophy from Concert and Sight-Reading Contest on March 31st. The group received Superior (1) ratings from all six judges! There are 3 judges in performance and 3 in Sight-Reading. Kathy Smith is the Band Director for MMS....
Tiffany Lee Handley, 40, of Bridge City, passed away on March 28, 2021. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, April 9, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Mesquite, Texas, on January 20, 1981, she was the daughter of Beverly (Foy) Guidry and Philip H. Berg. Tiffany was a member of 2nd Baptist Church in Bridge City where she faithfully served her Lord. She often gave to and supported charities like March of Dimes and The Rainbow Room in Beaumont....
Beverly Ann Reed, 72, of Orange, passed away on March 31, 2021 in Beaumont. Born on February 6, 1949 in San Antonio, Texas she was the daughter of Lloyd Jerkins and Elizabeth (Bibb) Jerkins. Beverly was a loving, devoted wife and mother that treasured her children and family above all else. She was a MAMA in every sense of the word. Beverly devoted her life to caring for others, not only her children but also other people’s children, orphaned or sick animals, and anyone t...
The Little Cypress Junior High Seventh Grade Track Team won the District Championship last week as a team, with individuals also taking First in their events. Individual First Place winners are Mallory Russell - High Jump; Maya Meadows - Pole Vault; Paisley Angelle - 200M Hurdles; and the 4x400 Relay Team of Kinsey Dryden, Maya Meadows, Eden Frenzel, and Mallory Russell. LCJH's Eighth Grade Track Team took 2nd Place Team overall, with First Place wins by Jillian Brown – D...
