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Debra Ellis

First off let me ask: How do you honor the life, the legacy of Debra Kay Hanks Bergeron Ellis? Where would you start? This is a really difficult task as there are not any words that can fully describe a woman who was known as "The Mother Theresa of Mauriceville". The woman who embraced life and all its flaws. She leaves behind a legacy of love that will continue to shine through her children and grandchildren. Affectionately known as "Aunt Debbie" & the "FUN one" to most. These nicknames should give you insight to the wonderful, selfless person she was. The word "no" was seldom heard to … [Read more...] about Debra Ellis

Connie “Bit” Cox

Connie “Bit” Cox, 70, of Orange, Texas, passed away on March 13, 2017, in Beaumont, Texas. A memorial gathering will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., on Saturday, March 18, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on December 30, 1946, she was the daughter of James Bennett and Mary Jo Lista. Connie enjoyed working as a retail manager at M&S Grocery, gardening, sewing, crocheting, and playing penny slots. Her greatest joys in life were visiting with her friends and spending time with her grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents, … [Read more...] about Connie “Bit” Cox

OC Sheriffs Calls Mar. 6-12

Orange County Sheriff's Office Calls March 6-12 Threats, 9:32 a.m. March 6, 200 block Lawrence Road in McLewis. Disturbance-assault occurred, 10:23 a.m. March 6, 3600 block Granger Lane in Orangefield. Criminal mischief, 11:44 a.m. March 6, 7600 block Raintree Lane in Bridge City. Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, 2:04 p.m. March 6. Complaint filed at Vidor Substation. Disturbance occurred, 6:43 p.m. March 6. 7800 block Express Lane in McLewis. Theft, 12:03 a.m. March 7, Pine Forest Fuel, 4255 Main Street North in Pine Forest. Theft, 4:29 p.m. March 7, 1800 block … [Read more...] about OC Sheriffs Calls Mar. 6-12

Husband Says Shooting Was An Accident

Orange police are investigating the shooting death of a 24-year-old woman as a homicide and Detective Captain Robert Enmon said the woman's 52-year-old husband, Robert Hand, is a suspect. Police said Megan Smith died of a gunshot wound to the back after being taken by ambulance to a Beaumont hospital. The shooting was reported at 5:48 p.m.  Hand told police it was an accident. Smith was shot with a small caliber handgun in a bedroom of a house in the 1500 block of Main Avenue behind Sabine River Ford. Captain Enmon said the couple's children, ages 3 years and 2 years, were at home at … [Read more...] about Husband Says Shooting Was An Accident

Pernell Wants More Participation

A proposal to name former Orange mayor Brown Claybar to the city's Civil Service Commission failed Tuesday morning after City Councilmember Annette Pernell said she wants more citizens to serve. She complained that the open position was not posted on the city's website, though openings for other appointed board positions have been. "It seems like these boards are like a hamster on a wheel," she said. "It's the same people on the boards over and over again. We keep getting the same results." City Manager Dr. Shawn Oubre said it was his fault the position was not posted. City … [Read more...] about Pernell Wants More Participation

Tuesday Scores

Faith Fregia slides under the tag after driving in two runs Tuesday for Orangefield.  The Lady Bobcats defeated Jasper 5-2 in their final non-district contest.  The Bobcats (9-7) held a 3-0 lead before Jasper cut it to 3-2 going into the 6th.   OF was able to add two insurance runs on a Karlye Bramblett double while pitcher Kaylee Ancelot finished off the side in the seventh for the complete game win. Ancelot finished with 10 K's and 4-4 at the plate with an RBI.  Freshman Fregia and junior Jessica Metts had two hits a piece.  OF will open district at home against Bridge City on Friday.  … [Read more...] about Tuesday Scores

Pillsbury New County EMC

County Judge Brint Carlton has appointed Missy Pillsbury as the new Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC) for Orange County.  The appointment comes with the resignation of Charlie Cox as the EMC. Cox said he regretfully submitted his resignation last week to Judge Carlton.  A sick family member has caused Cox to step down from his position with the county so he could help care for the family member.  He has served as the county’s Emergency Management Coordinator since last summer.  Pillsbury was promoted from the position of Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator which she has held since … [Read more...] about Pillsbury New County EMC

Public Invited To Library Meeting

Friends of the Orange Public Library, Inc. will hold their annual business meeting of members and visitors Saturday, March 18, 2017. The meeting will be at 10:30 a.m. in the Ira Williamson meeting room of the Orange Public Library at 220 5th Street.  Information of the Orange Public Library’s annual used books sale and Scholastic Book Fair will be announced. Both of these events are sponsored by the Friends organization. The American Association of University Women will present the year’s Library Family of the Year. The Program will be a book review of The Eighty-Dollar Champion: Snowman, The … [Read more...] about Public Invited To Library Meeting

Clyde Edwards, Jr

Clyde Edwards, Jr., 70, of Orange, Texas, departed this life on Monday, March 6, 2017. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M., at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M., at the church. Burial will follow at Magnolia Memorial Gardens Cemetery, under the direction of Calvary Mortuary Staff. His love and memories will remain in the heart of his son, Clyde D. Edwards; mother, Inez Edwards; nieces, nephews, loved ones, and friends. … [Read more...] about Clyde Edwards, Jr

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