The West Orange Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Southeast Texas are asking for your help locating 40 year old Ebony Marquelle Gant. She has a felony warrant out of Orange County. If you have any information on the location of this wanted subject please contact Crime Stoppers of Southeast Texas at (409) 833-TIPS, www.833tips.com or by downloading the P3TIPS app on your mobile device. Remember you WILL remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward. … [Read more...] about Wanted On Outstanding Warrant
JoAnn Allen
JoAnn Allen February 21, 1938 – August 30, 2025 JoAnn Allen, of Huntsville, Texas, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 30, 2025. Born on February 21, 1938, in New Albany, Indiana, to Louis and Ruth Jackson, JoAnn moved to Orange, Texas as a child and graduated from Lutcher Stark High School. She was the first in her family to attend college, enrolling at Sam Houston State University. There, she served as President of Alpha Chi Omega and met the love of her life, Buddy Allen, who would become her devoted husband of 63 years. … [Read more...] about JoAnn Allen
Reverend Curley Richard
The Celebration of Life for The Reverend Curley Richard,93, of Orange, will be Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 11am at the Mount Calvary 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. The Reverend Curley Richard was born Wednesday, December 16, 1931, in Bellevue, Louisiana to Mary (Blackwell) Richard and Andrus Richard. He answered The Master’s Call Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in Beaumont, Texas. Residing in Orange some 70 years, he was a welder … [Read more...] about Reverend Curley Richard
Linemen of the Week
KOGT recognizes the young men down in the trenches with the KOGT Linemen of the Week sponsored by Jasper American Overhead Door . Congratulations to the Offensive/Defensive Linemen of the Week for Week One. … [Read more...] about Linemen of the Week
Retired Teachers To Meet
The Orange County Retired Teachers will meet at Wesley United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall located at 401 N 37th Street on Monday, September 8, at 10:30 am. Our speaker will be Peggy Lee, TRTA District President. All Orange County retired teachers and school personnel are invited. If you haven’t joined or renewed your TRTA membership for the 2025-2026 year, you can still join. It may be the best $40 ($35 state, $5 local) you spend each year as we continue to advocate for retirement security. There will be a covered dish lunch following the meeting. … [Read more...] about Retired Teachers To Meet
Tuesday Volleyball Scores
Bridge City with a tough four set win tonight over Nederland 25-21, 22-25, 25-22, 25-23. Also before the game Cambree Lacomb was honored for 2000 career assists and Kaylee Britten for 1000 digs. - The LCM Lady Bears played Dayton and won in 5 (25-17, 25-21, 15-25, 16-25, 15-9) to move to 17-6 on the season. Stat leaders-Kills: Paisley Angelle (20), Aadi Day (8), Cyra Johnson (8), Asia Woodson (8), Miya Hoy (7), Makayla Dougharty (5). Aces: Miya Hoy (5), Paisley Angelle (1), Jada Montagne (1), Aubrey Temple (1). Assists: Jada Montagne (34), Miya Hoy (21), Asia Woodson (1). Digs: Paisley … [Read more...] about Tuesday Volleyball Scores
Armed Robbery On Strickland
Tuesday evening at approximately 10pm a male wearing a mask with a gun walked into the convenience store on Strickland across from the former hospital. The robber left on foot with an undetermined amount of cash. Orange Police will investigate. … [Read more...] about Armed Robbery On Strickland
Bami Elizabeth Carmane
Bami Elizabeth Carmane passed on her property in Vidor, TX on Aug. 21st, 2025, at the age of 61. Bami was born in New Iberia, LA on Dec. 19th, 1963, to Patsy Durio and Richard Johnson. At age 17 she joined and proudly served in the US Army, afterwards becoming a nurse for 34 years until her retirement. She will be remembered for her love of nature, travel, music, and photography. Bami was a fearless spirit who always rose above adversity and uplifted all those around her. She was preceded in death by her, younger brother Ryan Johnson, older brother Richard Johnson Jr older sister Capri … [Read more...] about Bami Elizabeth Carmane
Deputy Involved In Accident
Tuesday afternoon an Orange County Sheriff's Deputy was involved in an accident in North Vidor. The accident happened on Briarcliff Rd. involving the Sheriff's SUV and a Dodge truck. A female deputy was transported to the hospital with what was said to be minor injuries. More information will be posted when provided. … [Read more...] about Deputy Involved In Accident
BASS Makes FFS Decision
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — B.A.S.S., the worldwide authority on bass fishing, today announced an update to its forward-facing live sonar (FFS) policy that will take effect during the 2026 Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series season. Beginning in 2026, forward-facing live sonar will only be permitted in up to five of the nine regular-season Elite Series events. Which events allow the technology will be determined randomly. The remaining events will prohibit its use entirely, including during official practice. Restrictions implemented for 2025 — limiting anglers to one live sonar transducer and … [Read more...] about BASS Makes FFS Decision
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