Congratulations to Vidor Middle School Principal Jason Yeaman on being named ESC Region 5's TASSP Region Principal of the Year for 2017-18. TASSP recognizes exemplary performance among campus level administrators in Texas. Vidor Superintendent Jay Kilgo said, "Jason Yeaman is a consummate educator and leader. The way he led Vidor Middle School through this difficult year has impressed everyone. Vidor ISD is immensely proud of the job he has done and we are appreciate TASSP for recognizing his efforts." … [Read more...] about Yeaman Recognized By TASSP
Archives for 2018
Nichols Named ‘Champion of Transparency’
Austin, Texas – This week, members of the Texas Press Association (TPA) named Senator Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville) a 'Champion of Transparency'. "I am grateful to TPA for this honor. I believe local newspapers are an essential form of communication all over Texas, but especially in East Texas," said Senator Nichols. "I have and will continue to stand behind and support the needs of the newspapers within Senate District 3." Senator Nichols was honored for his work in ensuring there is transparency in government by providing Texans with access to … [Read more...] about Nichols Named ‘Champion of Transparency’
Verna Lee Waldrep
Verna Lee Waldrep, 89, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2018. Verna was born in Port Arthur, Texas to R.V. and Thelma Lee Waddell on June 27, 1929. Verna graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Port Arthur, Texas and went on to earn an Associate Degree from Lamar; she graduated with honors. She was a hard worker, and her determination helped her become a business owner at a time when few women owned their own business. Verna owned and managed Beauty Salons in Port Arthur, Texas, Lake Charles, Louisiana, and Orange, Texas. Verna loved children, she would take … [Read more...] about Verna Lee Waldrep
Burke Hot As The Weather
LCM's Jack Burke played big time golf in one of his biggest tourneys of the year so far. He shot 72-70-66 to take second in the American Junior Golf Association Tournament in Bryan College Station this week. He had the opportunity to play in front of several Division I college coaches and made the most of it. … [Read more...] about Burke Hot As The Weather
BC Volleyball Holds Camp
Bridge City Coach Rebecca Peveto held her annual volleyball summer camp this week for grades 4-6 and also the ninth grade. Camp for 7-8 grades will be next week. … [Read more...] about BC Volleyball Holds Camp
Russell Alton Victor
Russell Alton Victor, 68, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on July 10, 2018, at his home. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on December 19, 1949, he was the son of Lawrence Victor and Mildred (Dugas) Sanders. Russell graduated from Nederland High School where he played baseball and was a member of the 1965 State Championship team. He retired as a plumber for the local union. Russell enjoyed any kind of sports, especially baseball. He was known to his grandkids as “Poppy” and he loved them dearly. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by … [Read more...] about Russell Alton Victor
10U Beast Win In Alabama
SETX 10U Elite Beast won the Global World Series this past week in Orange Beach, Alabama going 8-0 in the process. They scored 66 runs and only gave up 16. The team is coached by Greg Freeman, Brad Jones, Justin Williams and Brent Griffin. Players are Carson Worthy, Ty Higginbotham, Parker Freeman, Marcus Gradney, Daniel Midkiff, Dakota Pinner, Sam Bevilacqua, Harrison Williams, Quintin Oxford, Carson Griffin and Jackson Jones. … [Read more...] about 10U Beast Win In Alabama
Wobbe Discusses Harvey Solutions
Orange has 27 properties that have flooded three times within nine years and about 1,000 that have flooded twice. Orange City Planning Director Kelvin Knauf gave those figures to the Orange City Council Monday during a workshop about different federal grant plans to prevent houses from flooding again. Consultant Greg Wobbe from MPTX, Inc., of Beaumont talked about how the money from FEMA and the Texas Division of Emergency Management can be spent for property owners. The city must approve the programs for the individual property owners. City Manager Dr. Shawn Oubre emphasized the … [Read more...] about Wobbe Discusses Harvey Solutions
Stolen Truck Runs Thru Orange
On July 11, 2018 at approximately 12:41 am, the Vinton Police Department received information that a vehicle stolen on June 28, 2018 in Lake Charles Louisiana, which was taken from the Prien Lake Mall was possibly in the Vinton area. At approximately 3:07 am a Vinton Police Officer located the vehicle travelling north on LA 3063. The Officer activated his emergency lights and siren, which the driver ignored and a vehicle pursuit ensued. The suspect eventually made it to Interstate 10 travelling westbound and entered the City of Orange Texas at speeds of 100 mph. The suspect travelled down … [Read more...] about Stolen Truck Runs Thru Orange
Three Homes On Same Street Burglarized
Three houses on Liprie Street off 37th Street reported damage or burglaries on Wednesday morning. The first call came about 8:30 a.m. Orange Detective Captain Robert Enmon said one residence had damage and forced entry was made on the others. Either doors or windows were damaged. One house had about $700 worth of items stolen. … [Read more...] about Three Homes On Same Street Burglarized
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