Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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It’s almost Halloween and there are many October activities happening starting this weekend with Trunk or Treats and Fall Fests. Don’t forget the Historic Ghost Walk. We even have a couple events listed for the adults… and for something different, check out the nightime swamp tour. Oct. 25 Creepy Creatures Wild Night Ride -(Nighttime Swamp Tour) Close-up encounters, cannibal sites, swamp tunnel. There is a charge Call 409-883-0856 to reserve a spot. Oct. 26 Shangri La The g...
Orangefield Class of 1974 held their 50 year reunion over the weekend with a dinner at Tequila's in Bridge City on Friday night. Some of them attended the football game afterwards. There was a lunch gathering Saturday at the high school. Top picture- Front row left to right, Barbara (LeBlanc) Sarver, Angela Langely, Sue Ann (Brown)Quinn, Ann (Cornell) Modica, Penny (Walles) LeLeux, Vickie (Steele) King, Donna (Stagner)MacCammond, Del Mires. Back row: Rusty Williams, John...
Dan and Sheila Babin of Orangefield celebrated 50 years of marriage Saturday with a vow renewal at St. Helen Catholic Church and celebratory party with approx. 75 friends and family members at the Bridge City Community Center....
Faith's Pumpkin Patch 10:30 a.m.- 6:30 p.m., Oct. 14-31, 7608 MLK Jr. Drive, Orange. Closed Sundays. Enjoy a day filled with family-friendly activities, hayrides (specific dates), and of course, picking the perfect pumpkin. Whether you're decorating for Halloween or just enjoying the season, their patch has something for everyone. Faith's Party in the Patch, 6-7:30 p.m., Oct. 31, 7608 MLK Jr. Drive, Orange. The public is invited to a spooktacular "Party in the Patch," a...
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office of Orange County and Free State Cellars Winery are holding a Corks & Cultivate Program on Oct. 26, at the Free State Winery located at 4702 Tejas Parkway, Orange, TX. Join them for a day of connections in the beautiful vineyard and winery of Free State Cellars, one of the local farms, and see what the Orange County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Texas Master Naturalists: Sabine-Neches Chapter, and Orange County Master Gardeners ca...
Natalie Black, escorted by Juan Gonzales, was crowned Orangefield homecoming queen during ceremonies on Friday night. Other royalty members were Macie Wagespack, Maysie Carpenter, and Sadie Malagarie. Matthew Goleman was band beau and embrie Manshack was band sweetheart. Sawyer Alfaro was football beau and Landri Bertrand was football sweetheart. Other court members were Laila Agerton, freshman; Ava Walker, sophomore, and Blair Butler, junior....
Mrs. Spears' Principles of Education and Training classes hand wrote and illustrated children's books. Each book had to contain a moral and a rhyme scheme. Apple Tree graciously allowed them to go over and read the books to the kids. While there, they toured the facility and learned about the possible career opportunities within child care....
Mrs. Feidler's Orangefield High School art classes made a comeback cooler to send to an area affected by Hurricane Helene. With Tamina Hogg (the owner of Apple Tree), they were able to pass it forward for all the assistance and help that Orangefield received in the past years. OHS wants to remind them that they are stronger than the storm. A comeback cooler is designed with vibrant colors and meaningful symbols to represent home, resilience and community spirit. They are then...
OHS FCCLA joined forces with the Orange Lions Club to host a Homecoming PB&J Food Drive. They collected in 3rd period classes all of Homecoming week and at the gate Homecoming night. Thank you to everyone that donated!...
The Lutcher Theater for the Performing Arts presents The Magic of Kevin Spencer: A Sensory-Inclusive Performance, on Saturday, October 12, at 11 a.m. The Magic of Kevin Spencer is designed to create an experience that is welcoming to audiences of all ages and abilities, offering a blend of illusion, storytelling and interactive fun that ensures everyone can enjoy the wonders of magic. Kevin Spencer, Ph.D., is not only a world-renowned illusionist, but also the leading internat...
Gardeners for Shangri La Botanical Garden and Nature Center were sprucing up the signage area at the corner of 16th Street and Park Avenue Tuesday, by adding a touch of autumn color....
Congratulations to Orangefield High School Debater Ayden Wagoner for earning a 6th place medal at the first contest of the year, held at West Hardin High School. Good job to the other debaters competing at the Congress Clinic on September 14, 2024: Kase White, Beck Harris, and Arabella Lopez. The team sponsor is Bridget Trahan....
Congressman Randy Weber was the guest speaker for the September monthly meeting of the Orange County Republican Party. He spoke about the numerous issues facing our nation and of the importance of reelecting former President Donald Trump. Congressman Weber also asked for the support and votes of those present as he is seeking his seventh term to the House of Representatives. Among the several issues discussed were the scholarships provided by the OCRP to former State...
Wesley United Methodist Church will be selling this years crop of Durham/Ellis pecans and walnuts, delivery early November. Pecan halves or pieces $13.00 per pound, walnuts $8.50 per pound. Call Jan 409/734-8036 to place an order or for additional information....
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the September Student of the Month for Orangefield is Adam Tsan. Adam is ranked 1 of 109 with GPA: 4.83....
The Bridge City/Orangefield Rotary Club awarded Santiago Baca as their Orangefield Student of the Month for September. Santiago ranks 4 out of 114 students with a GPA of 4.53. He plans to attend LSCO in the Maritime Program to become a boat captain....
(Orange,Texas) The Lutcher Theater, renowned as the premier destination for Broadway in Southeast Texas, proudly announces individual show tickets for the 45th season are available for purchase now. Showcasing six Tony Award-winning Broadway spectaculars, three iconic music superstars, a dazzling holiday Cirque performance and a host of other exciting shows, this season promises an extraordinary array of entertainment, The 45th season will open with the Bacon Brothers on...
A new event comes to Orange County, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Aug. 24 to the Orange County Convention and Visitor Center. "What's it Worth?" Is an "Antiques Roadshow" type of appraisal event presented by the Southeast Texas Arts Council. The nonprofit organization that promotes art and the humanities in Orange, Hardin and Jefferson counties was trying to develop something new for Orange County when the idea of an appraisal event like "Antiques Roadshow" came up. Checking "Antiques...
Edwards Jones - Taylor Perkins Branch Office in Bridge City held a School Supply Drive. All donated School Supplies were presented to Bridge City ISD....
Booth registrations are now open to the public beginning for this year’s “Holiday in the Park” festival hosted by the City of West Orange. The festival is scheduled for Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 in the park next door to West Orange City Hall (2700 Western Avenue; West Orange, Texas). This home-town, community festival brings in people from around the area wanting to kick off the holiday season. The event will have food booths, craft booths, child...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce has opened applications to enter the Golf Cart Glo Parade to be held as part of the Hot Air Balloon Glo Festival on Saturday, September 14. The golf cart parade is open to golf carts, ATVs, or four-wheelers that will be decorated with lights or glowing features. There is no charge for entering. Entrants must be a minimum age of 16 with a valid driver's license. Passengers who are younger may ride if accompanied by a parent or guardian. The parade will form at the Bridge City Intermediate Sc...
The Orange County Meals on Wheels program, which earlier in the year had financial problems, is having a barbecue fundraiser lunch Wednesday, August 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Granger Supercenter, at 16th Street and Green Avenue in Orange. LBS BBQ and Catering of Bridge City is partnering with the local non-profit agency for the lunches. Each lunch is $15 and includes a chipped beef or pulled pork sandwich, along with chips, drink and a cookie. Meals on Wheels delivers free nutritious, balanced meals to shut-ins...
The Bridge City City Council last week honored the local 10 and under baseball team which won the East Texas state championship in July. Council members in the back, from left to right, are Aaron Roccaforte, Patty Collins, Gina Mannino, Mayor David Rutledge, Terri Gauthier, and Sherby Dixon. Members of the baseball team (alphabetical order, not in order in the photograph) are Chaplin Arkeen, Mason Bartholamew, Alex Burkhart, Easton Dishon, Raleigh Fults, Jake Gearhart, Tucker...
The Heritage House of Orange County will present the 8th Annual Historic Ghost Walk at the Heritage House Museum 905 W. Division, Orange, TX 77630 on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 3:00pm-10:00pm. The Heritage House Museum is excited to bring back this crowd favorite. The Historic Ghost Walk weaves the stories of our past with the next generation. Start at the Heritage House Museum then take the 1.5 mile walk through downtown Orange as area high school students bring our past...
The monthly meeting of the Orange County Republican Party was held Tuesday August 6, 2024 at The Venue in Mauriceville. In addition to the officers and the County Executive Committee, several guests were in attendance as were three of Orange County’s elected officials. Chairman Warren discussed the August 1 Fundraiser and Lynn McCarver, the party treasurer gave a report on expenses and the money raised. All who attended agreed it was a success and the speakers were i...
