Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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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....
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!...
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 Orange County Livestock Show Association is sponsoring the Showdown on the Sabine show for youth and their animals on Saturday, August 17, at the T2 Arena, 3810 Old Peveto Road. Check-in time is 4 p.m. and show time is 7 p.m. The entry fee is $30 and $10 for the showmanship category. Youth will compete according to four different age groups. The senior division is for those 15 to 18 years of age; intermediate division for ages 12 through 14; junior division is for ages 9 through 11,and peewee division for ages 8 and...
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...
The Orange Train Depot will host its bi-monthly Bingo game at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 4. The Friends of the Orange Depot invite the public to enjoy the historic building at 1210 Green. Cost is $25 for 20 games. Refreshments and Mimosas are included in the ticket price. Only 95 tickets will be available so the public is encouraged to get their tickets now by calling Rose at 409-330-1576. Tickets will also be available at the door until max is met. The prizes will be gift...
Local residents may help make a positive impact in the community by bringing items to our Edward Jones Branch - Taylor Perkins office in town during regular business hours from July 29, 2024 to August 9, 2024. Monetary gifts, including gift cards, cannot be accepted. The branch address is: 715 Texas Ave, Suite D Bridge City TX 77619. Edward Jones is a leading financial services firm in the U.S. and through its affiliate in Canada. The firm's nearly 19,000 financial advisors...
The Bridge City City Council last week honored the winners of the art scholarship contest held as part of the Red, White, and You Celebration earlier this month. Local businesses donated the money for the scholarships. Mayor David Rutledge presented checks to first place winner Gabrielle Sensat, who received $1,500, and second place winner Heidi Broussard, who got $750. Both plan to attend Lamar University in Beaumont. The scholarship contest, along with festival and drone...
The Bridge City Strutters are ready for day 1 of American Dance/Drill Team line camp in Dallas where they will participate for 3 long and eventful days. They are excited to learn some new football season routines, show-off their home routine, try out for All-American kick company and All-American dancer....
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce has announced that Lendrit Makolli with Milano's Italian Grill has been named July Employee of the Month....
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce announced that COS Printing has been named Business of the Month for July 2024. They were presented with an award at the July Networking Coffee hosted by Neches Federal Credit Union....
Bridge City Cardinal Cheerleaders recently attended their yearly UCA Cheer Camp hosted at Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine, TX. Leading up to camp both squads attended practices learning pyramids, technique, and preparing all elements they needed to bring to camp with them. This was the first time that BC Cheer has attended Cheer Camp at this location. Attending along with BCHS Cheer there were 12 other schools in attendance. Both squads can home receiving multiple awards, as...
