Rayford "Scoopie" Riggs, 67, of Beaumont, TX, entered eternal life on Monday, August 8, 2016, at Harbor Hospital in Beaumont, TX. A native of Orange, TX, Rayford was born on April 26, 1949, to Robert and Ollie "Lucy" Riggs. Rayford attended schools in Orange and was a member of the Class of 1968 at Emma H. Wallace High School. He accepted Christ at an early age and united with Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Rayford spent most of his adult life in Beaumont and served faithfully as a member and deacon at Holland Missionary Baptist Church. Rayford was preceded in death by his … [Read more...] about Rayford “Scoopie” Riggs
OC Schools Hold Joint Convocation
Almost 1,000 educators from West Orange-Cove, Little Cypress-Mauriceville, Bridge City and Orangefield met at the Lutcher Theater on Thursday morning, August 11. To start the program off, a combined band of musicians from each high school played the National Anthem. The joint convocation was held so that as many school employees as possible could hear motivational/inspirational author and speaker Jon Gordon, who lived up to his reputation as an outstanding speaker. Gordon is author of several books, such as, “The Energy Bus,” “Training Camp,” “The Carpenter,” and “The Hard Hat.” … [Read more...] about OC Schools Hold Joint Convocation
St. Mary’s School Year Underway
St. Mary Catholic School started this week. Staff and students are so excited to start a fantastic new school year. It was wonderful to see all the smiling faces and happy people. Pictured are the Staff at the St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica last Wednesday for the Convocation Mass, a beautiful way to start of the year with Bishop Guillory. Pictured are the teachers, staff and new Principal, Dr. Cynthia Jackson with Deacon Larry David, who is a St. Mary Catholic School Alumni. … [Read more...] about St. Mary’s School Year Underway
OC Marriage Licenses Aug. 8-12
Marriage License: Issued By The Office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk For the week of August 8, 2016 thru August 12, 2016 Sean W. Robinson and Leadenisha D. Kimble Javied J. Akhtar and Gurinda Akhtar Jason D. Carter and Jamie L. Rickman-Goodwin Chad A. Hunter and Latisha D. Thibodeaux Sean A. Hamilton and Ashley R. Abrego Bishal Regmi and Shreedu Pradhan Chey B. Jackson and Regina D. Franco Kurt A. Stoneking and Christin L. Bennett Robert L. Grantham, Jr. and Leslie A. Barnes Billy R. Burch and Patricia A. Thibodeaux Khan R. Ullah and … [Read more...] about OC Marriage Licenses Aug. 8-12
West Nile Mosquitoes Found In Vidor
The Texas Department of Health in Austin has informed the Orange County Mosquito Control District that the first samples this year of mosquitoes testing positive for the West Nile Virus were found this month. Director Patrick Beebe said the collection of positive mosquitoes were found in the Vidor area on August 2. The collection came from north of I-10, south of Sawmill Rd, east of Hwy. 105, and west of Doty Rd. Beebe said his department will step up treatments in that area. All county residents are advised to take steps necessary to protect yourselves by wearing repellent with long … [Read more...] about West Nile Mosquitoes Found In Vidor
Raymond Michael “Mike” Blessitt
Raymond Michael “Mike” Blessitt, 77, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on August 12, 2016, in Beaumont, Texas. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 16, 2016, at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange. Officiating will be Brother James Kinman of Central Baptist Church in Kirbyville. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Boyles, Mississippi, on June 27, 1939, he was the son of Donal Vernon Blessitt and Vera Lucille (Avant) Blessitt. Mike was a member of the United States Army and worked as a … [Read more...] about Raymond Michael “Mike” Blessitt
Marcia Ware
Marcia Ware, 65, of Mauriceville, Texas, passed away on August 11, 2016, in Beaumont, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 15, 2016, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Alan Weishampel, of East Ridge Baptist Church in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Santa Maria, California, on March 26, 1951, she was the daughter of Alford Mullins and Verlane English Mullins. Marcia grew up with her … [Read more...] about Marcia Ware
Lady Bobcats Beat Jasper
Here are the results for the Lady Bobcats versus Jasper: Game 1: Orangefield- 25 Jasper- 14 Game 2: Orangefield- 25 Jasper- 17 Game 3: Orangefield- 25 Jasper- 9 Highlights: Devany Crain with 8 total digs, Anna VanPelt with 4 aces, Jessica Metts led the team with 5 total kills, Ashlyn Turley with 20 assists at setter, and Bailee Click with 3 blocks … [Read more...] about Lady Bobcats Beat Jasper
Mike Hoke Day Held Aug. 12
The first annual Mike Hoke Day was held Friday at the Claiborne West Park. The outdoor awareness camp was for children ages 8 to 14 and was sponsored by the Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Office and the local Lower Sabine Neches Soil & Water Conservation District. Activities included catching insects in nets with representatives from Shangri La. There were drawing lessons of nature with representatives from the Stark Museum of Art. Texas Park Rangers were on hand to share tips about fishing and tying knots. Christina Ritter with the AgriLife Office said the mission of creating the … [Read more...] about Mike Hoke Day Held Aug. 12
Barber Shop Robbed
On Friday, August 12, 2016, at 10:59 pm., Officers with the City of Orange Police Department were dispatched to 512 W. Park, Anderson’s Barber Shop, in reference to an Aggravated Robbery. Upon officers’ arrival, officers made contact with an employee and a customer. The suspect was said to be wearing jeans, a blue sweatshirt, and had covered his face with a white cloth. The male brandished a handgun, and demanded money. The suspect fled the scene in an unknown direction with an undetermined amount of cash. If anyone has any information about this robbery, you can contact the City of Orange … [Read more...] about Barber Shop Robbed
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