Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
Hometown News For Orange County, Texas
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The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that Ronnie Denton Employee of BCISD, has been named May Employee of the Month. Bridge City Chamber chose Ronnie Denton as employee of the month for his many years serving as BCISD Police officer. Mr. Denton has served as the BCISD Police officer since 2018 and has done a remarkable job. He goes above and beyond to make sure the students are safe and the students appreciate him for what he does. Mr. Denton will...
Meet Scout. He's ready to take on that business meeting or a laid-back nap on the couch. With his sophisticated charm and sweet disposition, he will make your family complete. Call Hank Fontenot at the Bridge City Animal Shelter @ 409-735-5028 (Option 2) for more information....
The following students passed their Certified Patient Care Technician exam on Friday, May 13th. Front Row: Hailey Condon, Jacqueline (Cadi) Davis, Autumn Rainwater, Chloe Padilla, Lindsey Perkins Back Row: Makayla Phan, Jaliah Hawthorne, Seth Williamson, Madison Greenway, Jaslyn Newman, Jessica Van Huis (teacher)...
The City of Bridge City Director of Finance is retiring after twenty-six years of service. The City of Bridge City cordially invites the public to attend a retirement reception for Karen Morgan, Director of Finance, between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., Friday, May 27 at City Hall Council Chambers, 260 Rachal, Bridge City, Tx 77611...
The Orange County Historical Society will have a program on the second Tuesday in May (5/10/22) starting at 5:30 p.m. in the City of Orange Public Library. Note the change in date and time which will be permanent. The program will be a show and tell type. Those wishing to participate should prepare to give a short speech about an article or articles, place or historical even related to Orange County. This will be our first program in quite awhile, so let’s work toward making it special. Refreshments will be served. Feel f...
The Greater Orange Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting recently for the Paula Stout Insurance Agency which is located at 1401 Green Ave in Orange. They have been in business for 1 year and are open 8 am to 5 pm Monday - Friday each week. The Paula Stout Agency truly values the long term relationship with our clients, and are proud to give families, individuals and businesses the personal attention required when it matters most. When claims arise, we realize that it...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the May Student of the Month for Orangefield is Joli Ponfick. Joli is ranked 12 of 143 with a GPA of 4.59 Pictured: Shawn McAlpin, Rea Wrinkle, Britni Briggs, Joli Ponfick, Mr and Mrs. Ponfick, and Christy Khoury. Photo courtesy of Bridge City Chamber of Commerce...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is announced that the May Student of the Month for Bridge City is Briana Zuniga. Briana is ranked 2 of 189 with a GPA of 4.7 Pictured: Chloe Tucker, Sharon Brown, Briana Zuniga, Yamile Zuniga, Rudy Zuniga and Dr. Mike Kelly. Photo courtesy of Bridge City Chamber of Commerce...
Two students from Orangefield High School competed at the 4A State UIL Academic Meet hosted by The University of Texas in Austin on Friday, May 6th. Both students brought home medals. Jada Greiner placed 2nd in Feature Writing (sponsor Rachel Taylor). Brianna Moore placed 5th in Computer Applications (sponsor Misty Bellard). Congratulations to these students and their sponsors....
Boy Scout Troop 23 from Orange was having a link sale to raise money for summer camp this past weekend. As a funeral procession approached, the Troop members lined the sidewalk, removed their caps placing them over their hearts and stood until the procession passed. The funeral home directors noticed and were impressed and touched with the respect shown by the Scouts and the positive life lessons taught by the leaders. Kyle Hogg with Claybar Funeral Home went back and got...
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is proud to announce Angela “Angie” Mason, as the new Executive Director. Angie comes to us from Chicago Botanic Garden where she was employed for the past 19 years. Angie most recently served as the Associate VP of Community Engagement and Senior Director of Windy City Harvest where she oversaw all facets of engagement with the community and directed the operations of Windy City Harvest, an urban agriculture education and job tra...
There will be a County Wide 70’s Party to be held on Saturday, May 21 from 6 pm to midnight at the VFW Hall on Hwy. 87 in Orange. The 4th Quarter Boys invite you to come join old friends for a night of fun, music, dancing and raffles. We will have beer and setups available through the VFW and you can BYOB. Advance tickets are on sell now for $20.00 by calling 409-988-8290 or 409-217-2177. Tickets also available at the door....
This past Saturday seventeen OHS students traveled to Stephen F. Austin State University to compete at the Region 3-4A UIL Academic meet. Two students are advancing to the State meet, which will be hosted by The University of Texas in Austin on May 6th. Congratulations to Brianna Moore for advancing in Computer Applications (placing 3rd; sponsor Mrs. Bellard) and Jada Greiner for advancing in three journalism events (News Writing-3rd place, Feature Writing-1st place,...
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Committee on Aging invites all Senior Citizen’s to join us for our 53rd Annual Senior Citizens Rally Day. This year’s theme is Kentucky Derby: Big Hats & Bow Ties, A Race for Better Health. We encourage our Senior Citizens to dress up in Kentucky Derby Theme clothing, but it is not required. Rally Day is free to all and will be held, Tuesday, May 10th and will start at 9 am and end at 1 pm at the OC Expo Center. There will be entertainment by Brit Godwin, Health Vendors, door prizes, bin...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce announced that Adam Ortolon, Employee of Market Basket, has been named April Employee of the Month. If you have been in the Bridge City Market Basket produce section, chances are you have been greeted by Adam’s smiling face. For over 14 years, Adam Ortolon has been curtesy welcoming and helpful to all of his customers. Following his father who retired from Market Basket after 49 years, it’s no wonder Adam deserves this award! Our com...
The American Legion, Post #49 located at 108 Green Ave. in Orange will be having a fish Fry lunch on Thursday, May 5th. The meal will consist of Fried Fish, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Green Beans with Pickles, Onions, Bread and Dessert for $10.00 each. If you wish to place an order, please do so on Wednesday, May 4th or for orders to go on Thursday, May 5th call before 9 am. The number to call is 409-886-1241....
The Mauriceville Heritage Association hosted the 41st annual pageant in conjunction with the 2022 Crawfish Bash planned for May 6th through May 7th. In 1981, the Mauriceville Crawfish Festival Association hosted the first Crawfish Festival Queen Pageant as a fundraising project. It quickly became an annual tradition in conjunction with the Mauriceville Crawfish Festival. In 2018, The Mauriceville Crawfish Festival Association became a federally recognized non-profit under the...
The Board of Directors and administrative staff of the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation congratulate the winners of the 2022 County Finals of the 118th Miriam Lutcher Stark Contest in Reading and Declamation. On Sunday, April 24, 2022, students who had previously won first place at the various local level competitions held at each of the five Orange County public high schools competed in the categories of Declamation and Interpretive Reading at the County Finals held...
DEPOT DAY festivities will be open for family fun on Saturday, May 7, 10:00AM-2:00PM at the Orange Train Depot Museum at 1210 Green Avenue in Orange. DEPOT DAY is the annual fundraiser sponsored by the Friends of the Orange Depot and all the community is invited. Entry is free to Depot Day, with a small fee of $1.00 for some of the rides and also for tickets for the drawings. This year, attractions include a kiddie train, bouncy house, petting zoo, balloon sculpting and pony...
The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce announced that Total Impressions has been named Business of the Month for April 2022. Terri Gauthier was presented the award, sponsored by Energy Country Ford, by Ambassador Maureen McAllister at the April Networking Coffee hosted by Total Care. Total Impressions has served Bridge City for over 30 years. Terri and her husband David built Grace Plaza in 1997. Terri expanded the business into Total Impressions Beauty and Wellness Cryotherapy...
On March 24, 2021, the Stark Foundation and Shangri La Botanical Gardens officially adopted additional streets in participation with the City of Orange Community Development Department’s Adopt-a-Street program. The program has been established for community and civic organizations as well as private businesses and industry to contribute toward the effort of maintaining cleaner and more beautiful streets in Orange, TX. Shangri La Gardens Horticulture leadership has long s...
Marriage License : Issued By The Office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk For the week of April 11, 2022 to April 14, 2022 Craig McMullin and April Gamble Ronald Shavers and Juanita Watley Ethan Traxler and Kelly Clemmons Homero Llanes and Megan McDonald Rizwan Farishta and Shabana Navrozali...
When you see the beautiful flowers and plants growing at #1 Knotty Pine in Orange, you will know that Akeisha Williams enjoys working in her yard and seeing her flowers grow. Her yard is full of color from her many blooming plants. She said her father was the one that inspired her with the love of gardening. Her Mother-in-Law is moving into the house next door and she is excited to have the opportunity to add another yard in which to work her gardening magic. Keep Orange...
Marriage License : Issued By The Office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk For the week of April 04, 2022 to April 08, 2022 Billy Leatherwood and Judith Myers Thomas Moad and Autumn Adams Kati Comeaux and Christy Franks Jacob Jordan and Lillian Johnson Brandon Benoit and Ashley Toups Isadore Guidry and Rebecca Willis Aaron Decuir and Kristian Decuir John Pickett and Crystal Meadows Jesus Santana and Stacie Zylks Melvin Kohn and Kassidy Evans Colt Pentland and Cherish Fenner Billy Brandon and Mandy Mu...
Orangefield High School students in Mrs. Spears' class handmade cheerful placemats and donated them to Meals on Wheels. Kristin Burman and Kacey Burnitt, representatives for OCAA Meals on Wheels, came and picked up the placemats to deliver with the meals to bring a smile to the elderly....
