Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School Principal Todd Loupe, announced that Matthew Cox and Thomas King were named as Commended Students in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program. The 34,000 commended students from across the U.S. placed among the top five percent of more than 1.6 million students who entered the 2017 competition. From left, Matthew Cox, Thomas King, Todd Loupe. … [Read more...] about Commended Students
Budget Approved, Water Is Not
The Bridge City City Council adopted its tax rate for next year Tuesday night, but that is not why the City Hall was packed with concerned citizens. Well over 50 people came to discuss the brown water and other contaminates in the water of Bridge City. Bill Hoyer, who is with the company that produced the new water filtration system being installed in Bridge City, spoke first. Next Bob Bowcock who works with activist Erin Brockovich addressed numerous citizens’ questions about the quality of the water in Bridge City. Brockovich and Bowcock respond to up to 5,000 emails per day from … [Read more...] about Budget Approved, Water Is Not
Margaret L. Cormier
Margaret L. Cormier, 90, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on September 19, 2016, at her home. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 22, 2016, at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Groves. Officiating will be Father Steven Leger, of St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on September 29, 1925, she was the daughter of John and Nina Miguez. Margaret took excellent care of her son Roger throughout his entire life, she was a great cook and a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed sewing and made uniforms for … [Read more...] about Margaret L. Cormier
Dennis Burch
Dennis Burch, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 in Orange, Texas. Services will be at 3:00 PM on Friday, September 23, 2016 at Dorman Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. John Fortenberry officiating. Family and friends will gather at 2:00 PM for visitation. Dennis was born on October 18, 1923 in Orange, Texas to the late Mark Twain Burch and Gertie Jane (Rosenbaum) Burch. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during WWII. Dennis was a cowboy and a trapper who worked for many years as the caretaker of a portion of the Grey Ranch referred to as “The Pines”. He was … [Read more...] about Dennis Burch
FFB Swipe Winner Is…
First Financial Bank teamed up with Cowboy GMC to help support the 100 Club of SE Texas and give away a new GMC Sierra truck to one lucky winner. We are pleased to announce that Mr. Israel Moreno of Mauriceville became our 4th Swipe A Truck recipient in the past three years. Mr. Moreno was awarded the truck at the 1st Annual 100 Club of SE Texas Charity Golf Tournament held Monday at Beaumont Country Club. According to Stephen Lee, CEO and President of First Financial Bank-Southeast Texas, “We are thrilled to award one of our valued customers here in SE Texas a new truck and to help the 100 … [Read more...] about FFB Swipe Winner Is…
Lawrence Felix Powell, Jr
Lawrence Felix Powell, Jr., 58, of Orange, Texas, passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2016, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Dorman Funeral Home. Larry was born on Monday, March 31, 1958 to Dorothy Dean (Christmas) and Lawrence Felix Powell, Sr., in Sumpter, South Carolina. At a young age, Larry moved with his family to the Southeast Texas area where he remained throughout the remainder of his life. When Larry wasn’t traveling with his job as a Truck Driver, he enjoyed being home and spending time with his loving wife of 4 years, Catherine, and his … [Read more...] about Lawrence Felix Powell, Jr
Juanita Green
Juanita Green was born Juanita Faye Riser in Newton, Texas on December 28, 1927. Her husband is Glen R. Green. They were married for 69 years. She left us on September 20, 2016. Her parents were Calvin Commodore Riser and Mary Emma Pence Riser, now deceased. Her brothers were Commodore Riser, Jack Riser, Willard “Bud” Riser, and John Robert Riser all deceased. Her sister Dovie Paulann Riser predeceased her as did her niece Paulann Alleman, who was like a sister to her. Her sister Bettie Becker survives her. Her sons are Danny Green, married to Phyllis Green and Bob Green, married to … [Read more...] about Juanita Green
Pecan and Walnut Fund Raiser
Wesley United Methodist Church is taking orders for their annual pecan and walnut fundraiser. Durham-Ellis pecans will harvest their crop near the end of October. Delivery is expected mid November. Pecan pieces and halves are $9.50 per 1 pound bag. We will also have walnuts for $8.00 per 1 pound bag. To place your order please call Jan at 735-5885 or 734-8036, Jeannette at 792-9230 or 313-3559 or the church office at 886-7276. We thank you for your support … [Read more...] about Pecan and Walnut Fund Raiser
WO Class of ’71 Reunion
The West Orange High School Class of 1971 has scheduled their 45th reunion for Saturday, October 15, 2016. The event will be a casual, all day, potluck gathering at the home of a classmate on Cow Creek, approximately 30 miles north of Orange. Info has been sent by email or regular mail, if available. The class also has a Facebook page titled West Orange High School Class of 1971. The following classmates have not been located: David Block, Dottie Block, Marsha Bridges, Kenneth Brown, Sharon Clark, Dianne Collins, Judy Dyson, Terrilee Fricks, Linda Gilmore, Alice Gray, Larry … [Read more...] about WO Class of ’71 Reunion
Pinehurst Road Work
Starting Wednesday Sept. 21 at 8:00 a.m. the City of Pinehurst will be resurfacing 35th Street from West Park to Redbird. The road will be closed to all non-residents during the road construction. Pinehurst officials ask that if possible, avoid that area to avoid unnecessary traffic congestion or damage to vehicles due to tar or loose gravel. The work is expected to last for a week, weather permitting. Limb and trash pickup will be postponed this week and until the completion of the construction. Any questions should be directed to the City of Pinehurst Operations and Maintenance Department at … [Read more...] about Pinehurst Road Work
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