Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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Officers from the Orange Police Department responded to the following calls between May 6-8: Suspicious activity, 2600 Allie Payne Warrant service, 1800 block MacArthur Traffic accident, Simmons Dr. and IH-10 Criminal traffic violation, 10th and Pine Traffic accident, 305 Camellia Ave. Disorderly conduct (Class C), 3333 Ridgemont Dr. Traffic accident, 4500 block FM 105 Controlled substance, 111 Pine Ave. Theft, 808 Orange Ave. Warrant service, 1100 16th St. Traffic accident, 6800 block N. Hwy. 87 Assault, 10th and Burton...
Saturday, May 7, at about 4:25 pm, Orange Police responded to a call at the Star Stop #3 store, in the 1400 block of 16th St., regarding an aggravated robbery. When the officers arrived at the store, the suspect had just left the store and was attempting to flee. The store's owner met the officers outside and identified the suspect, 51 year old Jerry Scott, who was apprehended in the Church's Chicken parking lot, 1322 N. 16th St. Upon investigation, it was determined that the...
Sidney Morgan Furlough, 86 of Orange, passed away at Orange Villa Nursing Home in Orange, Friday, May 6. Sidney was born in Buna, March 7, 1930, to the late Katherine Furlough. He was a resident of Orange, where he lived for the majority of his life. Sidney enjoyed spending time with family, who he loved dearly. He enjoyed spending time outside fishing and playing washers, gardening and tending to his plum trees and building his own bird houses. He also enjoyed playing his...
Judyth Ann Hoffpauir Cole, 70, of Orange, left this world and returned to her Lord and Savior’s loving arms on May 7. She fought a long battle with cancer, but is now happily reunited with her family in Heaven, where she will great us all with a big smile one day. Judy was born May 2, 1946, in Beaumont, to John Emery “Joe” Hoffpauir and Alice Marie (Smith) Hasson. She by no means had a perfect, easy life. Very often times were tough, sometimes tougher than anyone shoul...
The following marriage licenses were issued by the office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk, for the week of May 2-6: Bob E. Logan, Jr. and Lakethis R. Smith Wade L. Adcock and Susan R. Lamborn Clayton D. Mhire and Chelsie M. Elkins Kevin T. Fournerat and Lisa M. Lockhart Marvin J. Gaspard and Vicki L. Breaux Aaron J. Wilson and Heather M. Dewitt Christian G R. Wright and Ashley J. Carter Tyler S. Sasser and Savanna N. Dilley William C. Martin, III and Jeanne L. Haley Killian H. Lapeyre and Caitlin E. Taylor Cody D....
The Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School Choir has earned another Sweepstakes trophy from Concert and Sight-Reading Contest. Sweepstakes is achieved when the group gets the highest ranking in both phases of the Contest. The choir’s director is Nikki Hanson and the accompanist is Rhonda Willey....
Tiger Carpenter was honored with the Good Samaritan Award recently at St. Mary Catholic School in Orange. St. Mary Catholic School is honored to announce the “Good Samaritan” award winner for this week. St. Mary staff nominates students and staff they witness displaying acts of kindness, helping others and showing respect at school and within the community. The principal, Donna Darby announced the winners at morning announcements. The winner received a certificate and oth...
The City of Orange Fire Department hosted the 800th monthly meeting of the Sabine Neches Chiefs Association, which was held May 4 at the Brown Estate of Lamar State College – Orange. There was an estimated 100 guests in attendance. The Sabine Neches Chiefs Association is a mutual aid organization of municipal fire and police agencies, industrial fire and security agencies, and state and federal emergency response groups from Jefferson, Orange, and Hardin counties that have w...
Johnnie Mae Slone, 73, of Deweyville, passed away Friday, May 6, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. A memorial service will be held at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange Monday, May 16, at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Bro. Damon Bickham, Bro. John Fortenberry and Bro. Michael Orange. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m. Born in Cedartown, Ga., Oct. 18, 1942, she was the daughter of John Stephens and Floy (Crawford) Stephens. She retired from Kmart in Orange...
Danielle Afia Gyasi has been named Valedictorian for the Community Christian School Class of 2016. Danielle is the daughter of Chris and Sharon Gyasi. She will attend Louisiana State University in the fall, where she will be a Pre-Med major. Danielle is a member of National Honor Society, Student Council and Student Leadership Institute. She was a member of the Varsity Cheerleading team, and has played Varsity Volleyball, Basketball and Softball. Danielle has had perfect...
Residents in each of the state’s disaster-affected counties can expect to see FEMA’s Disaster Survivor Assistance teams in their communities, offering a personal link to the resources for recovery. FEMA officials are in the counties to meet with residents who suffered damage from severe storms and flooding April 17-24. Using the latest mobile technology, DSA team members help survivors register for disaster assistance, update information on applications, assist with determining ongoing needs and make referrals to whole commun...
WOS Baseball will play Giddings in a best of three series at Porter High School in the Area Round, beginning Thursday May 12, at 7 pm and then Friday, May 13, beginning at 5 pm. If needed a third game will start 30 minutes after completion of the second game Friday....
Wesley United Methodist Church will have a homecoming celebration Sunday, May 15, at 11 am. Former long time pastor, J.B. Prouse will deliver the message. A fellowship luncheon will follow the service in the J.B. Prouse Fellowship Hall. All present and previous members of Wesley are encouraged to attend....
Stage and screen star, Kristin Chenoweth was scheduled to perform at the Lutcher Theater in March, but with the Sabine River rising, the theater was forced to reschedule her date. She graciously agreed to reschedule for June 14, tweeting, “Keeping everyone down in Orange, TX in my prayers. @lutchertheater hope everyone stays safe with family and friends. See y’all soon!” During the same week in March, the Humane Society of Southeast Texas suffered a devastating fire that...
EcoRangers and Art Quest Summer Camps are designed to actively engage students during the summer months. All camps have a low student-to-teacher ratio, which enhances hands-on learning in all environments. Depending on the camp, students may explore a variety of ecosystems, study different critters, complete art projects, and engage in many hands-on activities and active games. EcoRangers at Shangri La Gardens: Shangri La School of Magic and Mystery (Grades 3 & 4) July 5-8,...
"May The Fourth Be With You" In honor of Star Wars Day, which is celebrated by Star Wars enthusiasts around the world, characters from the popular film saga visited patients at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital on Wednesday morning. The kids were able to interact with some of their favorite characters from the movies by posing for pictures and seeing the light sabers up close. The visiting group was made up of members from the 501st Legion, a worldwide Star Wars fan club t...
The Kiwanis Club of Orange recently inducted new members into the club at Sunset Grove Country Club. Inductees included Lacey LeMoine, Lorraine Shannon, Colins Mefak, Ralph McBride, Kristi Charrier, Nikki Jones, Joy Jacob and Ron Lonicki. The Kiwanis Club is a local organization, associated with Kiwanis International, whose mission is “Serving the children of our community, one child a time.” For information about joining the club, please visit the Kiwanis Club’s Faceb...
The Christian Writers Guild will meet Tuesday, May 10, at 6 pm,105 Camellia, Orange, behind D.Q. We are getting organized on several areas. Please join us to make these decisions....
Spindletop-Gladys City will hold a book signing with Author Bartee Haile. This event will take place on Saturday, June 25, at 2 p.m.Refreshments will be provided. Bartee Haile is the leading Texas history newspaper columnist in the Lone Star State today. A fourth or fifth generation Texan, he can't say for sure, he began writing "This Week in Texas History" for small-town and suburban newspapers back in 1983. Today it is the longest-running statewide feature of its kind ever....
The Bridge City Police Department responded to the following calls from April 17 - April 23, 2016. Sunday, April 17 • Suspicious activity in the 1400 block of Texas Avenue. • Animal call in the 100 block of West Darby. • Suspicious activity in the 2600 block of Texas Avenue. • Suspicious activity in the 600 block of Pioneer. • Alarm in the 300 block of Paula. Monday, April 18 • Harassment in the 100 block of Bower. • Alarm in the 400 block of Bradford. • Disturbance in the 500 block of Avenue A. • Welfare check in the 200 blo...
The Pinehurst Police Department responded to the following calls from April 17 - April 23, 2016. Monday, April 18 • Assist other agency in the 1400 block of Donnell. • Suspicious person in the 3000 block of MacÅrthur Drive. Tuesday, April 19 • Assist other agency in the 3100 block of Edgar Brown Drive. • Disturbance in the 3400 block of Pheasant. Wednesday, April 20 • Informational report in the 3500 block of West Park Avenue. • Informational report in the 3800 block of Pheasant. • Informational report in the 2400 block of...
