Legatha Ann (Bellard) Angele, 86, a longtime resident of Vidor, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. As a native Vidorian, Legatha spent many years as a part of the local community. She was a fixture in the banking community for 37 years and was active in the Vidor Chamber of Commerce. She was instrumental in ensuring the Go-Texan Vidor Bar-B-Que festival ran smoothly throughout her tenure. During her free time, Legatha loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and camping with her family and friends. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren at every … [Read more...] about Legatha Ann (Bellard) Angele
Morris A Reaud Winner
LCM High School is proud to announce that Terry Morris has been selected as a winner of the Wayne A. Reaud Excellence in Education Award, provided by the Beaumont Foundation of America. In recognition of Mr. Morris’ commitment to excellence in education and his dedication to inspire a spirit of learning in his students, Beaumont Foundation is hosting an awards gala in his honor at Lamar University on Tuesday, May 13 where he will be presented with his award. … [Read more...] about Morris A Reaud Winner
Deweyville Relays Results
Here are the results of the Deweyville Booster Club Relays held March 7. … [Read more...] about Deweyville Relays Results
My Five Cents
By Sen. Robert Nichols On March 6, 1836, the Alamo fell to the Mexican army after thirteen days under siege. General Santa Anna launched an early morning assault on the mission; the battle lasted 90 minutes. All defenders of the Alamo were killed in the battle. The slogan “Remember the Alamo!” became a rallying cry for the Texas Revolution, which successfully defeated the Mexican army at the Battle of San Jacinto weeks later. Here are five things happening around your state: 1. Golden Triangle Day at the Capitol This week I was thrilled to welcome a large contingent of … [Read more...] about My Five Cents
Lady Bears, Lumberton Win Vidor Relays
Congrats to LCM and Lumberton for winning the team titles at the Vidor Relays on March 6. After four meets we're getting used to hearing the same names on the podium. Paisley Angelle, Zach Morrow, Haylee Spears, Ava Anderson, and the Lady Bears 4x100 team have set the marks to shoot for as district meets are around the corner. The Bobcat Relays are next week. … [Read more...] about Lady Bears, Lumberton Win Vidor Relays
Trent Eric Dunbar
Trent Eric Dunbar, 17, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 2, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon Melvin Payne. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 1:00 p.m., March 9, 2025, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 8, 2007, he was the son of Aaron Dunbar and Megan (Broomes) Witham. Trent was a bright light in the lives of those who knew him and spent his life filled with joy, laughter, and had a heart of gold. … [Read more...] about Trent Eric Dunbar
Feast Day At St. Mary
St Mary Catholic Church in Orange invites all to join in celebrating the Feast Day of St. Joseph. ST MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH – ORANGE TEXAS is pleased to announce the Celebration of the Saint Joseph Altar on March 15 and 16, 2025, honoring the Feast Day of St Joseph. All are invited to join us in our 26th Celebration of the Saint Joseph Altar which will begin after the 4:30 pm Holy Mass on Saturday with the blessing of the Altar and The Chaplet Rosary dedication ceremony and continue with the Bishop and a meal on Sunday. The 10:00 am Holy Mass on Sunday, Bishop David L. Toups will be the … [Read more...] about Feast Day At St. Mary
Joseph Brunell LeBlanc
The Celebration of Life for Mr. Joseph Brunell LeBlanc, 86, of Orange, will be Friday, March 7, 2025, at 10 am at St. Therese Catholic Church under the direction of Sparrow Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 9am until 9:30am. Rosary will be prayed at 9:30am. Disposition will be Cremains interment at Magnolia Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Joseph Brunell LeBlanc was born August 8, 1938, in Lawtell, St. Landry Parish, Louisianna, to Joseph LeBlanc and Viola Simien LeBlanc. He passed February 23, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. He was baptized at Saint Bridet’s Catholic Church on … [Read more...] about Joseph Brunell LeBlanc
Hosie Boston, Sr.
The Celebration of Life for Mr. Hosie Boston, Sr., 92, of Orange will be Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 11am at Full Gospel Holy Temple under the direction of Sparrow Funeral Home. Rites of Christian Burial will follow at Magnolia Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Hosie Boston, Sr. was born May 19, 1932, in Lake Providence, Louisiana. Residing in Orange a number of years, he retired from Brown and Root after 15 years of service. He also labored as a self-employed plumber and concrete finisher. His earthly life ended February 25, 2025, at his residence in the company of family and … [Read more...] about Hosie Boston, Sr.
Thursday Baseball Scores
The boys are wrapping up tournament play this weekend before starting district contests. Jarrell TournamentLCM 20 ISBL Austin Waves 0 (4) - Every starter got on base for LCM and Parker Freeman got the pitching victory with 7 strikeouts. C.Darby was 3-4 with 3RBIs. A little info on the Waves. The InterScholastic Baseball League has a concept of building a league of Independent High School teams that provides a place to play for players for a variety of reasons that may not play for their prospective high school. Jasper TournamentMelissa 6 Bridge City 3 - First loss of the season for … [Read more...] about Thursday Baseball Scores
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