Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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The 2022 Orange County Election is off and running. Theresa Beauchamp announced Tuesday she will not run for reelection as County Commissioner for Precinct 2. Chris Sowell of Mauriceville, president of the Mauriceville Heritage Association, followed up her announcement during a Commissioners Court meeting by taking the podium and announcing he will be seeking that empty seat. "When elected," Sowell said, "I look forward with working with the Commissioners and other county...
J.B. Arrington only chews on the end of his cigar these days, but the 96-year-old McLewis native is still smoking. He's up all night smoking briskets for JB's Barbecue, the Pinehurst eatery he founded in 1972 and has run ever since. But running a restaurant is just one of many chapters in his life. Like Orange County's other dozen or so living World War II veterans, he's deep into the Book of Life. Thursday, November 11, is Veterans Day, an occasion to celebrate the bravery...
It was a great end to the regular season of high school football as four of our five Orange County schools booked trips for the post-season and three of those teams earning outright or shares of district titles. Deweyville also clinched a playoff spot, and now the real fun starts. The No. 4 state-ranked West Orange-Stark Mustangs (8-1, 6-0) earned a 12th straight district title this past Friday night with a 42-0 victory over the Bridge City Cardinals. It was also the Mustangs...
High School Playoff Games This Week WEST ORANGE-STARK (8-1) over La MARQUE (4-6)--7:30 p.m. Thursday at Randall Reed Stadium in New Caney-This used to be a classic battle 20 years ago when the winner of this game usually got to the regional finals. But in tomorrow's meeting between these two teams, the district champion Mustangs are meeting the fourth-place team and should take care of business quite handily. LITTLE CYPRESS-MAURICEVILLE (8-2) over PALESTINE (5-5)-7:30 p.m....
The Houston Astros attained nearly all of the goals they set for the team before spring training began last February EXCEPT winning the 2021 World Series. They were the preseason favorites to whip through the American League West Division which they did. They were picked by most to win the American League Championship Series which they did. However, they were picked to win the World Series over the Atlanta Braves, which they didn’t accomplish mainly because they Braves had a...
I would like to go on record as suggesting that we make some sort of holiday out of opening weekend of hunting season, give everyone the following Monday off to enjoy one of the greatest events in Texas. This past weekend kicked off the general hunting season in our great state and to say we could not have asked for better conditions would be an understatement. Absolutely "chamber of commerce" weather greeted hunters all over the state and for many it was the perfect set up...
The Orangefield High School debate team competed in the UIL Region Congress Debate meet Saturday, November 6, 2021. The team consists of Major Copeland, Leroy Bergeron, Hannah Block and Gracie Cross and alternates Calvin Kelly, Aiden Taylor, and Sarenity Lindenberg. Congratulations to Gracie Cross for placing 3rd and advancing to the state meet in January. The team's sponsor is Bridget Trawhon....
Congratulations to these students for passing the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word Associate exam. These students are members of the OHS Business Information Management class....
Join the Stark Museum of Art from your home as we toast the holiday season during Lunch & Look @ Home: Charlie Russell's Holiday Greetings on Thursday, December 2, 2021, from Noon – 1:00 p.m. (central standard time). In this one-hour program, Curator Sarah E. Boehme will discuss the Christmas and New Year's cards and letters that Charles Marion Russell sent to friends and family. The program is free to the public and attendees must register in advance. The program is in c...
Shawn Hare, a fifth-generation Orange County resident, has announced that he intends to run for County Commissioner Precinct 2 in the 2022 elections. "As commissioner, I will ensure that the Orange County Commissioner's Court will address the growing need for infrastructure, be fiscally responsible, provide adequate funding for our law enforcement, and address the growing need for housing and job development," Hare said. Hare said that he has considered running for office for...
ORANGE, TX – Two Lamar State College Orange faculty members earned a teaching excellence credential from the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) recently. Jessica Montgomery, an instructor in the nursing program, and George Scarborough, a math professor, both completed the ACUE's program to certify that their teaching skills achieve a level of excellence as determined by its national certification standards. "Jessica and George are excellent examples of h...
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Chris Guy, Shawn M. Sparrow, and Milton "Brad" Taylor to the Jefferson and Orange County Board of Pilot Commissioners for terms to expire on August 22, 2023. The Board of Pilot Commissioners has exclusive jurisdiction over the pilot services provided in Jefferson and Orange Counties, including intermediate stops and landing places for vessels on navigable streams wholly or partially located in the board's jurisdiction. Chris Guy of Beaumont is the Civil/Structural Department E...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the November Student of the Month for Orangefield is Mary Wernig. Mary was presented her certificate and gift bag by Bridge City Chamber Ambassador, Brandy Slaughter at the November coffee hosted by Bridge City Bank. Mary is ranked 9 of 138 with a GPA of 4.64. She received gift certificates and gifts from: COS Printing, Wellspring Credit Union, Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City, Sabine Federal Credit Union,...
The Bridge City/ Orangefield Rotary Club awarded Emily Camfield the Bridge City Student of the Month Award for November. Emily is a Cosmetology Student and plans to continue her training to become a licensed hair stylist. Emily was accompanied on stage to receive her award with BCHS Counselor - Alisa Huckaby, father - Patrick Camfield and Rotary President- Meg Brown....
Bridge City/Orangefield Rotary Club presented Kaydance Whitfield with the November Student of the Month for Orangefield Award. She is ranked 19th out of 138 seniors with a 4.4 GPA. She plans to attend Lamar University for a degree in Elementary Ed. Members of the family present were Janel Campbell - Grandmother, Nichole Menard - Mother, Justin Menard - Stepdad, Robert Whitfield - Dad, Tiffany Whitfield - Stepmom, Cole Waguspack - boyfriend, Caroline Whitfield - sister as well...
Last week the Orangefield Junior High Student Council officers and members attended the 2021 District 17 Fall Convention at Ford Park. Students participated in ice breakers and table talks where they exchanged project ideas with other councils. They also attended a presentation by keynote speaker, Jared Scott, who motivates students to be the difference on their campus and in life. A few OJH Student Council members were even able to meet Scott after the pre...
Orangefield Junior High is home to two district champions! The 7th grade volleyball team ended their season with a 5-1 record to become Co-District Champions. The 8th grade football team defeated Hardin Jefferson to claim the District Championship title, while also remaining undefeated for the second season in a row. Orangefield I.S.D. is extremely proud of these two teams and the hard work they put in during their seasons!...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is announced that the November Student of the Month for Bridge City is Carter Lapeyrolerie. Carter was presented his certificate and gift bag by Bridge City Chamber Ambassador, Scot Shaffer at the November coffee hosted by Bridge City Bank. Carter is ranked 27 of 195 with a GPA of 4.45. He received gift certificates and gifts from: COS Printing, Wellspring Credit Union, Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City, Sabine Federal Credit Union,...
Meet Kobe. He's a true couch potato who loves to chill after a nice long walk around the neighborhood, and he loves to chase lizards in the backyard. He's smart, lovable, and he's waiting for his forever human to adopt him. Please call the West Orange Animal Shelter to make an appointment to meet this sweet pup. 409.883.3468...
Are you the slickest paint-slinger in Southeast Texas? Can you carry your tunes without a bucket? Have you ever madly sculpted a monument with mashed potatoes and your neighbor's lawn ornaments!? The Southeast Texas Arts Council (SETAC) is announcing the SETAC Artists Talent Show (SATS), otherwise known as your opportunity to get together with a bunch of like-minded individuals and strut your stuff. The show will be held live at the Jefferson Theater located at 345 Fannin...
Mary Beth Walles Tate, 59, passed away on November 7th in the early morning. Cremation will be handled by Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. A private family memorial will be held at a later date. Born in Orange, Texas on November 22, 1961, she was the daughter of Hilton and Helen Walles of Orangefield. Retired from USPS, she moved back to Orangefield one year ago to spend time with her grandkids and other family members. She enjoyed working with clay, traveling, and reading. She was huge fan of John Wayne and Harry Potter and...
Elizabeth "Betty" Garrett Lundquist passed away peacefully at the age of 88 in Lubbock, Texas on October 13, 2021. Betty was born in Port Arthur, Texas on October 24, 1932, to William Henry "Sonny" Garrett and Pansy Elizabeth Garrett (née Doiron). After graduating from Thomas Jefferson High School, she earned her BA in English from the University of Texas in Austin and began her teaching career. In 1963 she married David Andrew Lundquist of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and raised...
First Grade A Honor Roll- Avery Arnold, Sawyer Atkins, Derk Babin, Harper Bailey, Wyatt Beers, Olivia Bevil, Riley Bland, Haden Boullion, Camryn Brister, James Brown, Jaxon Cook, Gracelyn Deets, Jonas DeMontmollin, Karson Dixon, Adalynn Dodge, Weston Droddy, James Dyer, Eli English, Tripp Falcon, Mackenzie Fulfer, Kendall Garner, Jeffery Gibbs, Rylie Gibson, Ayden Gillespie, Mia Goetzmann, Rosalinda Gonzalez-Ponce, Colsyn Granger, Rhett Granger, Maci Gryder, Caroline Harris, Levi Harris, Charlotte Hollier, Rody Hussey, Aiden...
Elizabeth “Betty” Garrett Lundquist passed away peacefully at the age of 88 in Lubbock, Texas on October 13, 2021. Betty was born in Port Arthur, Texas on October 24, 1932, to William Henry “Sonny” Garrett and Pansy Elizabeth Garrett (née Doiron). After graduating from Thomas Jefferson High School, she earned her BA in English from the University of Texas in Austin and began her teaching career. In 1963 she married David Andrew Lundquist of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and rais...
Steve Wyatt Evans, 68, of Beaumont, passed away on November 4, 2021, at his home. A graveside service will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, November 20, at Pinecrest Cemetery in Troup, Texas. Officiating will be Pastor Kirk Ellender. Born in Jacksonville, Texas, on April 17, 1953, he was the son of Jesse Wyatt Evans and Patsy (Stephens) Evans. Steve was a 1971 graduate of Bridge City High School and went on to attend Stephen F. Austin University. He worked for Valero as an operator...
