A NIGHT AT THE GRAND OLE OPRY The 12th annual fundraiser for the Orange Community Players is set to run three nights, June 9 thru 11, 2016. This year will be a different format from other years. This year’s theme is “A Night at the Grand Ole Opry” and will feature classic country music. OCP has been fortunate this year to bring on board for the show Bob and Kimberly Manning. The Mannings are co-owners of Bourbon Haze Records, their independent recording label. They are both accomplished singers, songwriters, and performers. Kimberly has several albums on the Heart of Texas record label, as … [Read more...] about A Night At The Opry
OC Marriage Licenses May 31-June 3
Marriage License: Issued By The Office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk For the Week of May 31, 2016 thru June 3, 2016 Michael C. Snyder and Jerri K. Ware Malcolm J. Corpening and Patsy M. Piper Colby B. Perrodin and Lauren N. Whitman Charles S. Strickland and Mysti D. Shelton Kevin E. Broussard and Chelsey M. Bromley Anfernee K. Dixon and Maegan M. Jackson Jordan D. Quarles and Amber N. Nations Kenneth R. Gallow and Jasmine A. Payne Douglas C. Craig and Alicia R. Craig Christopher A. Smith and Tamaura L. Townsend Nora D. Manuel and … [Read more...] about OC Marriage Licenses May 31-June 3
Judith Ann Berry Crandall
Judith Ann Berry Crandall Mom was a Christian who loved Jesus. She was a strong independent woman who wore many hats in the workforce. She was a single parent who raised 5 children whom she taught to pray and love each other. Family was her everything. She loved watching the Texans football, her soap opera and her fox news. She also loved to fish, play cards, dominos, reading, discussing politics and family get togethers. She loved all her grand and great-grandchildren with each one she shared a special bond. She loved all animals, cats, dogs, birds especially her Lily and … [Read more...] about Judith Ann Berry Crandall
Safety Day
Friday was the annual Orange Means Safety Day at the Texas Travel Information Center on Interstate 10. Glenn Weathington with the Travel Information Center said the purpose of the safety day celebration sponsored by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is to promote safety for everyone this summer and the program is all about safety in Texas. The emphasis was safety, but there were fun activities for all ages. The Big Thicket Outlaws staged western gun fights to help promote gun safety. Shangri La had several live animal exhibits while Texas Parks and Wildlife had a … [Read more...] about Safety Day
BC Library Reading Program
Bridge City Public Library Summer Reading Program 101 Parkside Drive 409-735-4242 www.bridgecitypubliclibrary.com ************************************************************************************ The Friends of the Bridge City Public Library in cooperation with the Texas State Library’s Reading Club 2016 is offering a Wednesday morning story time and reading program. We invite all Pre-K – 5th grade students to participate. ALL PROGRAMS BEGIN AT 11A.M. AND END AT NOON. Please note that JUNE 29th will start at 10A.M. per presenters … [Read more...] about BC Library Reading Program
OC Go Texan Scholarships
The Orange County Go Texan Foundation is pleased to announce our 2016 Scholarship Recipients. Madison Miller of LCM, Bailey Whitley of Orangefield, Luke Ross of Vidor, Margan Ferguson of WOS and Morgan Matt of Bridge City were each awarded a $2,500.00 Orange County Go Texan Foundation Scholarship. (left to right) Rebekah Newell of Orangefield received the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Orange County Go Texan $18,000.00 Scholarship. … [Read more...] about OC Go Texan Scholarships
Chenowith At Lutcher June 14
The Lutcher Theater presents Emmy and Tony Award winning actress and singer, Kristin Chenoweth Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 7:30 PM. Tickets range from $55-$90 and are available at Lutcher.org or by calling the Lutcher Theater Box Office at 409.886.5535. Stage, film, and TV Star Kristin Chenoweth brings her Broadway hit voice to dazzle with stories and song. Ms. Chenoweth originated the role of Glinda, the Good Witch, in Wicked and lit up McKinley High on Fox’s hit comedy, Glee. Co-host of the 2016 Tony Awards, she was also nominated for “Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a … [Read more...] about Chenowith At Lutcher June 14
Kids Summer Programs
Clover Kids Day Camp Adventures Texas A&M AgriLife Extension 4-H and Youth Development Agent, Christina Ritter will be holding a 3-day camp for youth ages 5-8. Come experience the fun of what 4-H has to offer for the 4-H clover member. Kids will be having fun with hand sewing, hands on cooking, hands on gardening, animals and much more. The camp will be held August 8-10, 1 pm to 4 pm at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, 11475 FM 1442 Orange. Call now and get your child on the list to enjoy 3 days of fun, 882-7010. Cost is $15 per child and must be paid by July 25th. Snacks … [Read more...] about Kids Summer Programs
24-4A All-District Baseball Team
Here are the coaches picks for the 24-4A All-District Baseball Team. The Bridge City Cardinals and Silsbee Tigers tied for the district title with West Orange-Stark and Little Cypress-Mauriceville finishing third and fourth. All four teams would advance to the third round with BC losing in the fourth round and LCM reaching the Region Finals. Name Grade School District Most Valuable Player Tod McDowell 12 Bridge City High School Offensive Player of the Year Adam Burgason 12 Hamshire-Fannett High School Defensive Player of the … [Read more...] about 24-4A All-District Baseball Team
Latham Sentenced To 20 Years
In an unusual legal move, an Orange County prosecutor convinced a judge that 29-year-old Joshua Latham killed Tami Diane Higginbotham, even though Latham wasn't on trial for murder. Friday, 163rd District Judge Dennis Powell revoked a burglary probation for Latham and sentenced him to prison for 20 years. Judge Powell stacked the sentence on a five-year sentence out of Newton County for bail jumping and added a $10,000 fine to the total of 25 years. Assistant District Attorney Krispen Walker said a probated sentence can be revoked for any violation of state laws. After Newton County … [Read more...] about Latham Sentenced To 20 Years
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