The private free-standing medical emergency clinics in Orange County will give anyone emergency care whether or not they have insurance. However, all patients will receive bills, according to Orange County Judge Brint Carlton. In addition, Acadian Ambulance Service will assign more units to Orange County as all ambulances will have to travel to hospitals in Beaumont or Port Arthur. The county is preparing for Thursday when the Baptist Hospital Orange Emergency Room closes. The full in-patient hospital closed in June 2015. On Friday before a group of civic, business and elected … [Read more...] about Baptist ER Closes Thursday
Captain Louis Gonzalez
Captain Louis Gonzalez, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 7, 2017, in Houston, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 12, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Beaumont, Texas, on January 31, 2016, he was son of Dustin Gonzalez and Tiffany Gonzalez. Diagnosed with a chromosome 13 deletion and holoprosencephaly, Captain was still so full of life. He was a momma’s boy with his daddy’s good looks, loved being tickled, and loved spending time and … [Read more...] about Captain Louis Gonzalez
Mary Louise Lee
Mary Louise Lee, 68, of Orange, passed away on January 7, 2017, in Orange. Cremation will be under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home. Born in Oakland, California, on October 11, 1948, she was the daughter of George Lee and Jeannette (Watkins) Lee. Mary will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Christina Fiedler. She is survived by her children, Gerald Dusterhoft, Mary Dukes, and Zachary Duff; grandchildren, Mary, Alex, and Devon Dukes, Chris Thomas, Aleene, and Zachary Duff, Devin, and Gage; one great-grandson, … [Read more...] about Mary Louise Lee
Earl Thomas, A Fur Hat, And Russian Fans
You might’ve noticed Earl Thomas on the sidelines during the Seahawks’ 26-6 win over the Lions on Saturday. You might’ve also noticed how stylish he looked, wearing shades and a fur hat. Take a closer look, and you’ll notice the hat has Thomas’ No. 29 engraved on the front, with Russian lettering that reads, “Restricted Air Space. No fly zone. Restricted by Earl Thomas.” rest of story … [Read more...] about Earl Thomas, A Fur Hat, And Russian Fans
Wayne J. Durio
Wayne J. Durio, 95, of Orange, passed away on January 7, 2017, in Orange. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Tuesday, January 10, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Deacon Hazen Kenny of St. Therese Catholic Church in Orange. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with a Rosary at 6:00 PM, Monday, January 9, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Avoyelles Parrish, Louisiana, on January 28, 1921, she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Shelby Bernard. Wayne was a long time member of St. … [Read more...] about Wayne J. Durio
Ice Causes Accident Involving WOS Students
A West Orange – Cove CISD school vehicle was involved in an accident this morning (Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017) at approximately 6:30 a.m. The vehicle, driven by a West Orange - Stark High School teacher, was entering the I-10 access ramp at Highway 62 when it hit a patch of ice and flipped. All students were transported to St. Elizabeth Hospital. One student was treated for a broken collarbone. Another student was treated for a fractured eye socket. A third student was treated for a possible concussion. The remaining students were released to their parents. The students were traveling to the … [Read more...] about Ice Causes Accident Involving WOS Students
Charles “Charlie” Russell Akers
Charles “Charlie” Russell Akers, 67, of Orange, passed away on January 5, 2017, at his home. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Born in Ogden, Utah, on June 12, 1949, he was the son of Paul Nathan Akers and Rachael Akers. Charlie was a chemist at DuPont/Invista for over 35 years. He enjoyed HAM Radio, fishing, woodworking, and photography. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church where he was an elder. He was a spiritual director and also did missionary work in prisons through Kairos Ministry. Charlie will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was … [Read more...] about Charles “Charlie” Russell Akers
OC Creating Hospital District
Orange County is preparing to create a local hospital district, a government entity to build and operate a new hospital. Representatives of the cities, county, college, port, river authority and chemical plants, along with business leaders, met Friday to discuss the hospital situation. Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas announced last month the emergency room at the Orange hospital will close on Thursday. “I can’t stress enough how important this is,” County Judge Brint Carlton said. Orange City Manager Shawn Oubre, PhD., said having a hospital is more than providing health care to the … [Read more...] about OC Creating Hospital District
Friday/Saturday Scores
No matter the score it's always a physical game when Orangefield and Bridge City meet. The two met in the district opener Friday night in Orangefield. It was cold outside but the Bobcats were hot inside, outscoring BC 40-18 in the first half. They would improve to 1-0 in district with a 63-35 win over the Lady Cards (0-1). For OF, Paris Fregia hit three 3's on her way to 13 points. Emmi Lummus got into foul trouble in the first half but still scored 23, including an impressive 11-13 from the free throw line. For the Cards, both Reyna Owens and Kassidy Wilbur scored seven. BC … [Read more...] about Friday/Saturday Scores
Dorothy Mae Terry Thomas
Dorothy Mae Terry Thomas, 87, of Sulphur, Louisiana, passed away on January 5, 2017, at her home. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M., Monday, January 9, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Pastor Mark Bunch of St. Paul United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Beaumont. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Sunday, January 8, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Wink, Texas, on September 11, 1929, she was the daughter of John F. Terry and Sadie (McCrory) Terry. Dorothy loved sewing, … [Read more...] about Dorothy Mae Terry Thomas
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