The wooden elf is back at work decorating Burton Avenue, but Orange police are still looking for a crook that knocked over a Christmas tree and stole toys and children's clothes from an apartment. The holiday spirit took a hit Friday in two separate incidents. The first was reported at 7:30 in the morning at the Sabine Park apartments, 111 West Pine Avenue. The resident returned home to discover the door had been forced open. Detective Captain Robert Enmon said the Christmas tree was knocked over and several gifts were stolen. The presents included a Doc McStuffins big wheel tricycle … [Read more...] about Christmas Crime
Christmas Time Arrives In West Orange
Christmas officially arrived in West Orange Monday night with the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree at the West Orange Community Center. Alderman Carl Thibodeaux read the "Cajun Night Before Christmas" before Mayor Roy McDonald flipped the switch to light the tree. The Calvary Baptist Carolers led by Pastor David Milner sang Christmas carols. Other carolers were Pete and Sandy Amy, Billy and Beverly Frederick, and Lauren, Jordyn and Everlee Struwe. Santa Claus arrived on a West Orange fire truck and heard Christmas wishes from all the children present. Everyone had their fill of … [Read more...] about Christmas Time Arrives In West Orange
Taylor Nichole Luther-Swiney
Taylor Nichole Luther-Swiney, 18, of Orange, Texas, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016, at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be held at Dorman Funeral Home on Friday, December 9, 2016, at 1:00 PM, with David Luther officiating. Rite of Committal and Interment will follow the funeral service at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches, Texas. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, December 8, 2016, from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM, at Dorman Funeral Home. Taylor was born on Saturday, August 30, 1998, in Orange, Texas, to … [Read more...] about Taylor Nichole Luther-Swiney
Maxine The Owl Passes Away
Maxine the Barred Owl at Shangri La has died. She had been rescued at a young age after being entangled in a barbed wire fence, an accident that caused her to lose a wing. After being healed, she was adopted and became a popular attraction for thousands of school children for more than a decade through Shangri La. She made appearances at schools and Shangri La. During the Fall Festival and Eco-Fest she was a popular attraction on her perch. Volunteers at the botanical gardens and nature center fed her a diet of dead quail chicks and mice. Maxine lived longer than the 10-year average … [Read more...] about Maxine The Owl Passes Away
Big Red States Best Mascot
Bridge City senior Alexis Bertrand is in her second year as the Cardinal "Big Red" mascot and her hard work paid off this weekend in Frisco. Bertrand swept the mascot awards, including the top mascot in all divisions 1A-6A. She was also named an National Cheerleading Association All-American mascot, and Best All-Around. BC Cheer sponsor Michelle Huff said, "Alexis has been awesome as our mascot. She's a joy to watch her in action and she's had her moments where she's stolen the show with her talent and enthusiasm." … [Read more...] about Big Red States Best Mascot
Bear Basketball Led By Riddick, Jeffcoat
For the second year in a row the Little Cypress-Mauriceville Lady Bears under Coach Linda Riddick reached the post season. Making it three in a row is going to be tougher for the Lady Bears because of graduation. Coach Riddick lost ten seniors to graduation, but still has some talented young ladies to put on the court this season for Little Cypress-Mauriceville. The leaders back from last season’s varsity will be senior Alyssa McKellar, Renna Toomey a sophomore, and junior Jacie Miller who was pulled up from the junior varsity for the playoffs. Riddick says all three are real strong … [Read more...] about Bear Basketball Led By Riddick, Jeffcoat
Thomas, Bryant Make Headlines Sunday
A week after missing the first game of his NFL career, Earl Thomas will miss the rest of the season after breaking his leg after a collision with teammate Kam Chancellor when it looked like he was about to intercept a pass. The play came during the Seahawks 40-7 win against Carolina. After Thomas left the game, he tweeted from the locker room that he was contemplating retirement, which spread like wildfire across the league. - 41 year old placekicker Matt Bryant put his foot into a 59 yd field goal as the first half came to an end, setting a new franchise record for the Atlanta … [Read more...] about Thomas, Bryant Make Headlines Sunday
Howlett’s A Good Sport
The Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) today announced its ninth annual fall All-Sportsmanship teams. A total of 41 student-athletes were selected to the 2016 squad in the sports of men’s cross country, women’s cross country, football, men’s soccer, women’s soccer and volleyball. The SCAC places a special emphasis on sportsmanship each year and is asking all fans of the conference to exhibit good sportsmanship at all conference functions. Each head coach was asked to elect one member from his or her team who displayed good sportsmanship throughout the season. Tyler … [Read more...] about Howlett’s A Good Sport
Accident Kills 18 Year Old
At approximately 12:30p.m., there was a two vehicle crash on Highway 87 in Newton County. The crash occurred about one mile south of Deweyville. Preliminary reports indicate that a 2014 Dodge pickup truck was traveling southbound on Highway 87. A 2001 Ford Escape was traveling northbound on Highway 87. The driver of the Dodge hydroplaned on the wet roadway, crossed the center dividing line and collided head-on with the Ford Escape. The driver of the Dodge, 35-year-old Jared Michael Moore of Orange, was transported by ambulance to St. Elizabeth hospital. Moore sustained serious injuries, … [Read more...] about Accident Kills 18 Year Old
4pm Sunday Weather Update
The National Weather Service in Lake Charles has seen 6 to 14 inches of rain fallen across parts of southeast Texas and southwest Louisiana since Friday night. An additional 1 to 3 inches of rain can be expected through Monday. Be careful for flooded roads during periods of heavy rain. Due to the rain, several rivers are in or forecast to flood, including parts of the Calcasieu River, Vermilion River at Surrey Street in Lafayette, Bayou des Cannes near Eunice, and Pine Island Bayou near Sour Lake. Along the coast, tides will run above normal, but only cause minor coastal flooding … [Read more...] about 4pm Sunday Weather Update
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