The meteorologist got it all wrong this weekend but it didn't bother the city of Orange and the SPORT Tunnel Boat racers who came to Orange to race in the Sabine River. … [Read more...] about Boat Races Wrap Up Sunday
Family Day Has Big Turnout
Almost 500 people participated in Family Day at the Stark Museum of Art Saturday. From making edible tea cups to picture frames and more, the event drew people of all ages. Above: Sisters Madison, Brooklyn and Elizabeth Tolliver from Groves show off their balloon sculptures. Jason McGuire of Orange helped daughters Madison, Kaylee and Emma make and decorate edible teacups at Family Day. Balloon artist Ben Kirsch of Houston hands an octopus to a waiting kid during Family Day. … [Read more...] about Family Day Has Big Turnout
Depot Taking Shape
Terra cotta reds with avocado green and shiny black highlights make a century-old building a colorful spot in Orange. Most people in town alive today remember the Southern Pacific Railroad Depot painted all white, but it wasn't always that way. Contractor Jack Elliott and architect Rob Clark scraped through layers of paint to discover the original colors. Now the colors have returned from when the depot was first built more than 110 years ago. The restoration is the result of a non-profit group formed nearly three years ago by former Orange resident Carrie Joiner Woliver. Friday, members of … [Read more...] about Depot Taking Shape
Charles Edward “Dan” Barker
Charles Edward “Dan” Barker, 84, a former longtime resident of Bridge City, passed away, September 16, 2016, at his daughter's home in Cypress, TX. Dan had been with her and her husband, Gregg, for the past 6 years since the passing of his wife, Marilyn Barker. Dan was born in Orange on August 31, 1932. He was the oldest son of Edward L. Barker and Ruth Lenora (Spell) Barker. Dan served in the United States Army in Alaska, during the Korean War. He retired from DuPont Sabine River Works where he was a mechanic for over 37 years. He also was a longtime member of First Baptist Church … [Read more...] about Charles Edward “Dan” Barker
Edna R. Vercher
Edna R. Vercher, age 88, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, September 17, 2016 in Orange, Texas. Services will be at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 19, 2016 at Dorman Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow at Mary Williams Cemetery in Orangefield. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Sunday, September 18, 2016 at Dorman Funeral Home. Edna was born in Orange, Texas on March 20, 1928 to Agnes Morgan Bertrand and David Bertrand. She was a long-time member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints of Orange and was retired from Orangefield … [Read more...] about Edna R. Vercher
Aaron Ray Mouton
Aaron Ray Mouton, 45, of Bridge City, was born in Port Arthur on February 24, 1971. He went to be with his heavenly father on September 16, 2016. Aaron was married to the love of his life Tara and was a devoted father to three beautiful daughters; Macy, Marlee, and Mia. Aaron was the son of Anna Bersin and George Mouton. He loved his family and friends dearly. Aaron was always making others smile and laugh with his quick-witted humor; and never met a stranger. Aaron had a true care and concern for all. He had a passion for the outdoors and loved hunting and fishing. Aaron enjoyed taking … [Read more...] about Aaron Ray Mouton
Gloria Mary Jacobs
Gloria Mary Jacobs, 77, of Orange passed away at her home on September 16, 2016. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 20, 2016, at First United Pentecostal Church in Orange with Reverend Gary P. Wheeler officiating. Interment will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in Orange, Texas. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 23, 1939, she was the daughter of Loutouche LeBlanc and Odelia Dyson. She was a homemaker and member of First United Pentecostal Church in Orange. … [Read more...] about Gloria Mary Jacobs
Walterine Cecile Anders
Walterine Cecile Anders, 73, of Groves passed away on Friday, September 16, 2016 at Mid-Jefferson Extended Care Hospital surround by her loving family. Walterine was the first born child to Joyce Cecile (Foret) and Walter W.W. Durham in Port Arthur on October 3, 1942. She had lived in Groves for the last 8 year and prior in Bridge City for 40 years. She graduate from Thompson Jefferson High School in 1960, attend Port Arthur College and she was active in the Port Arthur Assembly #7, order of Rainbow for Girls. Walterine married her high school sweet heart, Naaman “Eddie” Anders on December … [Read more...] about Walterine Cecile Anders
Mrs. Lillie Mack
The Celebration of Life for Mrs. Lillie Mack, 92, of Orange will be Sunday, September 18, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. during Graveside Services at Hollywood Community Cemetery under the direction of Sparrow Funeral Home. She died September 14, 2016 in Orange. An Orange native, she attended the historic Madame C.J. Walker School of Beauty in Chicago, IL. to become certified as a Beautician. She was a member of the St. Paul C.M.E. Church. She also spent her working years in Orange employed by the former Orange Memorial Hospital. She retired after many years of service. Survivors include her son, … [Read more...] about Mrs. Lillie Mack
Week Four Scoreboard
The LCM Student section celebrates their overtime win against the Bobcats Friday night. LCM 43 Orangefield 42 OT WOS 61 Kipp 0 Newton 38 Bridge City 16 Vidor 42 Ozen 7 Memorial 34 Central 13 Nederland 48 Bay Lee 7 Livingston 32 Lumberton 28 WBrook 28 St. Thomas 20 Buna 38 HFannett 26 Jasper 34 Rudder 21 Cleveland 21 Hempstead 17 Stafford 51 Navasota 6 Anahuac 20 Tarkington 19 Liberty 20 Woodville 14 Kirbyville 49 San Augustine 20 EChambers 34 NWaverly 7 CCamden 69 Kountze 32 Subvarsity The Bridge City JV Cardinals hosted Newton Thursday night … [Read more...] about Week Four Scoreboard
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