Teigin Armstrong, a seventh grade at Little Cypress Junior High's represented Orange at the Buffalo Wild Wings Citrus Bowl on New Year's Eve in Orlando, FL. She is a Lieutenant in the Golden Dazzler drill team under the direction of Simone Dameron. Armstrong won several awards at junior high dance camp in Galveston including Jet All American Honors which qualified her for the opportunity to participate in the halftime show that featured country music's Cole Swindell. The game saw LSU defeat Louisville 29-9. … [Read more...] about Armstrong Performs At Citrus Bowl
Ruthie Lee Hasley
Ruthie Lee Hasley, 89, passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at The Meadows of Orange, TX. Ruthie was born on February 9, 1927 in Silsbee, TX to Henry and Alberta Wilson. She moved to Orange, TX and was united in marriage to Penny Hasley who preceded her in death. Ruthie was a faithful member of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church and she loved fishing and making and painting ceramics. Ruthie leaves to cherish her precious memory her two sons, Willie C. Wilson and Wayne Edward Hasley, both of Orange, TX; two granddaughters, Patrice Washington (Malcolm) and Carla Wilson, both of … [Read more...] about Ruthie Lee Hasley
County To Pay Family $3.1 Million
Orange County will pay over three million dollars to the family of Robert Montano to cover the wrongful death of Montano in the Orange County Jail in 2011. The Commissioners Court voted unanimously Tuesday upon the recommendation of Assistant County Attorney Doug Manning to pay the Montano family $3,175,674.79 on or before February 15 of this year. Manning and special counsel David Gaultney met with the Commissioners Court, Sheriff Keith Merritt, and Chief Deputy John Tarver for about an hour discussing the Montano versus Orange County lawsuit. This was the first meeting of the … [Read more...] about County To Pay Family $3.1 Million
Tuesday Basketball Scores
Hardin-Jefferson beat LCM 47-45 in the Bear Cave. Ayson Simmons lead the Bears with 13. Zeb Zbranek paced the Hawks with 15 including the game winner. LCM drops to 13-10. - Orangefield lost to Sabine Pass 70-69. Bobcats fall to 8-9 on the year. - Bridge City lost at Liberty 62-47. - Deweyville beat Zavalla 57-55. - Livingston beat Vidor in district play 53-48. - WOS Lady Mustangs lost to Hardin-Jefferson 55-25. - BC Lady Cardinals lost to Liberty 42-16 to fall to 5-12 on the season. Masen Tyler lead BC with 8. BC opens district at OF on Friday. … [Read more...] about Tuesday Basketball Scores
Have You Seen This Man?
The Orange County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in locating a white male, Ricky D. Smith, who is 44 years of age. Smith was last seen walking in the area of Hwy 1136 and the north I-10 service road on Saturday night or early Sunday morning. Smith had been celebrating with friends at the Sawdust Saloon in Beaumont and was riding home with a friend when he asked the friend to stop the vehicle. Smith exited the vehicle and began walking toward the northwest corner of the intersection and has not been seen since. Smith is 5’6”, weighs 150 pounds and was last seen wearing jeans, a long … [Read more...] about Have You Seen This Man?
McAllister Takes Over United Way
After thirty-four years, long time United Way of Orange County Executive Director, Linn Cardner, is retiring. With the announcement of her retirement, an extensive search was conducted to find her replacement. Effective January 3, 2017, the United Way of Orange County is excited to announce the new President/CEO, Maureen McAllister. Maureen was formerly the Chief Operating Officer at Sabine Federal Credit Union and has worked and served in various organizations within the Orange Community for over 20 years. Her previous work experience and community involvement will be a huge asset to the … [Read more...] about McAllister Takes Over United Way
Chevron Retirees Meet
The Chevron Retirees Association will meet Tuesday, January 10, 2017 in the banquet room at Robert's Steak House, 3720 West Park Avenue, in Orange. All Chevron, Texaco and Unocal retirees, spouses and guests are invited to attend for a good "Dutch treat" meal, fellowship and updates on activities of the CRA. All CRA meetings in 2017 will be on Tuesdays. … [Read more...] about Chevron Retirees Meet
Orange County Friends To Meet
Orange County Friends meets several times each month for bridge, mah Jong, and many more activities. To find out more about our group, please visit our Facebook page at Orange County Friends or call Karen McKinney at 746-3730. Wednesday, January 4 - Mah Jong 1:30 to 3:30 Thursday, January 5 - Bridge at the Garden District at 11 am Monday, January 9 - Book Club 2 pm Monday, January 16 - Night Bunco 6 pm … [Read more...] about Orange County Friends To Meet
Ernestine M. Fuselier
Ernestine M. Fuselier, 91, of Orange, Texas, passed away on January 2, 2017, in Vidor, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 5, 2017, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Sister Ruth Burch. Burial will follow at Mary Williams Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Wednesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Orange County, Texas, on May 6, 1925, she was the daughter of Jim and Eva Scales. Ernestine was born and raised in Orangefield and was a member of Harvest Chapel. She … [Read more...] about Ernestine M. Fuselier
Judge Discusses 2016 and Future
As Orange County Judge Brint Carlton did in his first year in office, he has penned a review of 2016 and the accomplishments of Commissioners Court. The judge discusses subjects like the budget, tax rate, projects, human resources, and more. He also appears on KOGT's "People in the Know" program every Monday morning at 7am. First, we need to take a moment to say goodbye to the employees we lost this year. Shannon Pruett of the Juvenile Probation Department passed away on June 14, Captain Tom Ray of the Sheriff’s Office passed away on October 23, and Daryl Broussard of Justice of … [Read more...] about Judge Discusses 2016 and Future
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