Kashaeta McDonald, 35, of Orange, Texas passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024. The celebration of life for Ms. Kashaeta Lanae McDonald 35 and Babygirl Kashlynne Dream Zetar of Orange, Tx will be Saturday October 12, 2024, 1:00 pm at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 512 John Ave, Orange, Tx 77630. The visitation will be from 11:00 am- 1:00 pm. Burial will follow at Hollywood Community Cemetery under the direction of Coleman’s Family Mortuary, 409 S. Magnolia St. Woodville, Tx 75979.Kashaeta Lanae McDonald was born June 1, 1989 to the late Larry Timothy Mcdonald, Sr. and Faith Renee … [Read more...] about Kashaeta McDonald
Linemen of the Week
We're in the second half of the season and our area teams are all having success and coaches tell us that it all starts with the offensive and defensive lines. So we say congratulations to the Week 6 KOGT Linemen of the Week sponsored by The Hut on 16th St. in Orange. … [Read more...] about Linemen of the Week
Mayme Belle Retherford Mitchell
Mayme Belle Retherford Mitchell, 96, of Orange, Texas, passed away on October 7, 2024, at Focused Care in Orange. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Sunday, October 13, 2024, at Bleakwood Cemetery in Bleakwood, Texas. Mayme Belle Retherford Mitchell was born on January 10, 1928, in Pineland, Texas, to Richard Thomas Retherford and Beulah Mae Retherford. She later married Cecil B. Mitchell. She had three children. Son, Kenneth; daughters, Sandra and Cecilia. She is preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Beulah Retherford; sisters, LaRue Collier and Maryann Coon; … [Read more...] about Mayme Belle Retherford Mitchell
Newton Co. Sheriff’s Report
On October 8, 2024, Sheriff Burby along with members of the Bon Wier Neighborhood Watch Group held NATIONAL NIGHT OUT at the Hughes Outreach Center in Bon Wier. The Neighborhood Watch Group includes Bon Wier, Belgrade, Sandjack, Biloxi, Fawil, Buckhorn, and areas along FM 363. To my recollection, this is the first National Night Out event held in Newton County. We wanted to provide our citizens the opportunity to participate in this event, which is traditionally held annually in October throughout the State of Texas. It is designed to heighten citizens’ crime prevention awareness, … [Read more...] about Newton Co. Sheriff’s Report
OISD Receives STEM Money
Sempra Infrastructure awarded Orangefield ISD $13,556.00 to enhance STEM at the high school. We greatly appreciate Sempra's generosity. … [Read more...] about OISD Receives STEM Money
Fatal Motorcycle Accident (Update)
The Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred Monday, October 7, 2024 on Interstate Highway 10 east, near the 877-mile marker. The preliminary crash investigation indicates that at approximately 9:25 p.m., a 2001 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east and struck some debris in the roadway, which then caused it to strike the guardrail. The rider of the motorcycle, identified as 44-year-old James Valdez of Vidor, was pronounced deceased on scene by Justice of the Peace Herschel Stagner. This is an ongoing investigation, and no further … [Read more...] about Fatal Motorcycle Accident (Update)
Houseplant Relocation: Navigating Seasonal Changes
By John Green, Certified Texas Expert Gardener Another week of fantastic weather has passed us by but unfortunately without much needed rainfall. Perhaps a few of you were lucky, me---not so much! It is evident that daytime temperatures are drifting downward from summers harsh high temps which made me ‘take a peek’ at the 30-day weather prediction suggesting our daily high temperatures likely could fall into low to mid 80’s within the next couple of weeks. Our nighttime temperatures will also fall, which is a signal for gardeners to begin relocating houseplants and sensitive … [Read more...] about Houseplant Relocation: Navigating Seasonal Changes
Richard “Dick” Allison Mabry
Richard "Dick" Allison Mabry, 77, of Mauriceville died Friday, October 4, 2024. He was born on December 6, 1946, in Kountze, to Marion Francis Gross Mabry and Frank C. Mabry, Jr. Survivors include his children, Rex Alan Mabry and spouse, Sarah, of Germany; Ruth Allison Wonders and spouse, Howie, of Deweyville; Rose Alice Mabry of Orange; Rissie Alexzandrea Wolfe of Austin; and Heather Rena Mabry and spouse, Tevis, of Vidor; grandchildren, Sarah Mayfield and spouse, Aaron, of Colorado; Luke Mabry of Colorado; Ginger Mouton of Houston; Annabel Lei Everett and spouse, Cody, of Pleasanton; … [Read more...] about Richard “Dick” Allison Mabry
Morrow Player of the Week
The Orangefield Bobcats have been red hot in district play, including their shutout win over Anahuac Friday. One of the seniors leading the way is Zach Morrow, who is our KOGT Player of the Week sponsored by Team Granger. Morrow caught seven balls for 117 yds. and a touchdown. Rarely leaving the field, he also had four tackles, a sack, and three pass break ups. Week One – Hutch Bearden, QB, Bridge City vs BunaWeek Two – Mason Manning, RB, Orangefield vs New WaverlyWeek Three – J’Lynn Morris, RB, LCM vs IowaWeek Four- Khelvy Jefferson, RB, WOS vs EpiscopalWeek Five- Koby Dean, DL, … [Read more...] about Morrow Player of the Week
BC, Vidor Win Bi-District Round
Bridge City Cardinals Tennis faced off against the Huffman Falcons today securing a Bi-District playoff win! The Cardinals will meet the winner of Madisonville and Center in the area round Thursday. Match winners: Boys Gavin Hartje singles and doubles (2-0)John Smart singles and doubles (2-0)Conner Smith singles and doubles (2-0)Ryder Melanson singles and doubles (2-0) Keaton Michutka singles and doubles (2-0)Nolan Tran doubles (1-1) Christian Dupuis mixed doubles (1-0)Girls Meava Gibot singles and doubles (2-0)Emma Buysse singles and doubles (2-0)Brianna Torres mixed doubles … [Read more...] about BC, Vidor Win Bi-District Round
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