Mary Ann Lee McDonald passed away peacefully in her home in Orange, Texas on April 24, 2025, at the age of 81, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on April 7, 1944, in Winona, Texas, but was special enough to have been given a second birthday of April 11, 1944. Mary dedicated much of her life to serving her community through her work with the Orange Appraisal District and as a devoted secretary for both the Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD and the West Orange-Cove CISD. Her professional life was marked by her attention to detail and her unwavering commitment to helping … [Read more...] about Mary Ann Lee McDonald
Accident Sends Three To Hospital
Thursday morning a white Honda SUV was driving eastbound on the I-10 service road near Adams Bayou when it struck the back of a stopped 18 wheeler that had broken down. Julie Patronella was driving two children to school when she struck the 18 wheeler. All three were taken to the hospital by Acadian to be checked out. First responders called the injuries non-life threatening. The driver of the truck was not injured. Authorities said the truck had its flashers on but did not have the emergency triangles or cones that are required. … [Read more...] about Accident Sends Three To Hospital
Ruby Iva Lue Weaver Freeman
Ruby Iva Lue Weaver Freeman, 82, of Little Cypress, died Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at her home. Mrs. Freeman was born January 24th, 1943, in Longview, Texas, to Hubert and Ruby Lee (Davis) Weaver. Ruby devoted her life to being a Wife, Mother, and Mawmaw. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Stacy Lynn Freeman, granddaughter Charity Freeman, brothers JL and Hubert Weaver, and sister, Clara Mae Gill. Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Deborah Freeman, Leatha Gomez, Michael Freeman and wife Susan, Jonathan Freeman, Jennifer Arevalo and husband Adrian, … [Read more...] about Ruby Iva Lue Weaver Freeman
Beverly A. Hawthorne
The Celebration of Life for Mrs. Beverly A. Hawthorne, 85, of Orange, will be Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 11am at the Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church under the direction of Sparrow Funeral Home. Rites of Christian Burial will follow at Magnolia Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 until 11am. Beverly A. (Bellard) Hawthorne was born in Orange, Texas on October 21, 1939’ to Mitchell Bellard and Mattie Mae (Johnson) Bellard, and was raised by Hilda Bellard. She passed April 14th at Focus Care Nursing Home in Orange. Siblings preceding her in death were … [Read more...] about Beverly A. Hawthorne
Bobcats Win Tennis Title
On Monday April 20th, the Orangefield Bobcats traveled to the familiar confines of the Beaumont Tennis Center to compete in the 22-3A District Tennis Tournament. Day one of the event saw Orangefield win matches in all draws, aided by victories from Olivia Smith/Kenli Vacek in Girls Doubles, Reese Dearing/Gunnar Griffin in Boys Doubles, and the senior pair of Addi Moore/Matthew Golemon in Mixed Doubles. Singles saw the much success within the first day of action with four sensational sophomores advancing to the semifinals. Emily Szakmeister took down the 4 seed from Warren before … [Read more...] about Bobcats Win Tennis Title
Early Voting After Day Two
Lower than expected voter turnout after two days of Early Voting for the May 3 municipal election. Remember that you can vote at any of the four early voting locations. - - … [Read more...] about Early Voting After Day Two
Eugene Lee Coulter
Eugene Lee Coulter, 84, of Orangefield, passed away on April 20, 2025, in Orangefield. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 26, 2025, at McLewis Church of Christ in Orange. Officiating will be Todd Shores. Burial will follow at Bayou Scie Cemetery in Zwolle, Louisiana. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with military honors at 10:45 a.m., Saturday, April 26, 2025, at McLewis Church of Christ in Orange. Born in Grand Forks, North Dakota, on March 4, 1941, he was the son of William Coulter and Alice Coulter. Eugene lived a life full of adventure, … [Read more...] about Eugene Lee Coulter
Edward Lee Henry, Jr.
Edward Lee Henry, Jr., 89, of Orange, Texas, passed away on April 18, 2025, at his home in Orange. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Ninth & Elm Church of Christ in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on September 26, 1935, he was the son of Edward Lee “Duke” Henry, Sr. and Beulah Mae Corbell Henry. The family resided on Border Street across from the courthouse. Until 1939, when the family moved to West Orange. Edward grew up on Crabtree Street in a house he still owned to this day. A devoted family man and esteemed member of his community, his life … [Read more...] about Edward Lee Henry, Jr.
VHS Students Earn Certification
Vidor High School CTE is so excited to announce that the following students earned their food manager certification in Mrs. Spell's Culinary Arts class. This certification from Always Food Safe is the certification earned in the CTE program area of culinary arts & is nationally recognized. It ensures the student managers understand food safety principles and regulations, promoting safe food handling practices and preventing foodborne illnesses. Additionally this certification is required by most food establishments and will help the students gain employment. Mrs. Misti Spell said the … [Read more...] about VHS Students Earn Certification
Glen Bruce West
Glen Bruce West, age 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away, surrounded by his loved ones, in Beaumont, Texas, on Monday, April 21, 2025. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Dorman Funeral Home. There will be a viewing on Friday April 25, 2025 from 10:00 am until 11:00 followed by the service at 11:00, to be held at SilverOaks Baptist Church in Mauriceville, Texas. Glen was born to Arnold and Elva West on July 28, 1945 in Sulpher, Louisiana. He was well known in the construction business for his proficiency in … [Read more...] about Glen Bruce West
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