Bridge City was represented by two talented young ladies at the State Powerlifting Meet that was held in Corpus Christi on March 19th. Sophomore, Shania Dies squatted 215 pounds, bench pressed 80 pounds and dead-lifted 230 pounds. This gave her a total of 535 pounds which was enough to place 6th for her 97 pound weight class. Senior, Emily Warren had the best meet of her whole powerlifting career. This was Emily's third visit to the state meet and she finished with a bang. Emily squatted 375 pounds, bench pressed 215 pounds and she dead-lifted 360 pounds. This brought her total to 950 … [Read more...] about BC Duo Compete At State
Earl G. Tipton, Sr.
Earl G. Tipton, Sr., 85, of Orange, passed away at his home surrounded by his family Saturday, March 19, 2016. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday March 22, 2016, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend David Turner of Little Cypress Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Cemetery in West Orange. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral home. Born on October 2, 1930, he was the son of Elmus Mayne “Pete” and Helen (Hall) Tipton. He served honorably … [Read more...] about Earl G. Tipton, Sr.
UPDATES
City of Orange and Orange County Offices are expected to reopen Tuesday. The Sunset Grove Country Club restaurant will be open for everyone (members and non-members) thru Mar. 26 from 11am-8pm Orange Post Office are expected to return to normal hours, delivery on Tuesday CASA Comedy Night postponed Several Pastors and Congregations are working together to gather items to assemble "Cleaning Kits" to distribute to those impacted by flooding. YOU can be a part of this effort by donating one or more items. Donations can be dropped off Sunday … [Read more...] about UPDATES
Margaritte Raymond “T-Bo” Brittain
Margaritte Raymond “T-Bo” Brittain, of Little Cypress, passed away on March 18, 2016 in Mauriceville, at the age of 90. Margaritte was born on September 30, 1925 in Shelbyville, Texas to parents Ozelar (Anderson) and Clamond Jesse Raymond. She had lived in Orange for 69 years, prior in Shelbyville, Texas. She was a homemaker who helped raise a loving, close-knit family. Margaritte enjoyed cooking, fishing, gardening, quilting, and canning food. Margaritte was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend; who loved spending time with her family and will be dearly … [Read more...] about Margaritte Raymond “T-Bo” Brittain
Cox Wins At Raven’s Nest
The Little Cypress-Mauriceville Lady Bears golf team participated in a Regional Preview tournament on March 17-18th at Raven's Nest Golf Club hosted by Huntsville ISD. Senior Lauren Cox won the tournament with a 70-73--143 to bring home the first place trophy. Senior Kacie Nichols finished with a 99-111--210 and Sophomore Jessica McLain contributed with a 123-112--235. The Lady Bears will play next at Brentwood Country Club. … [Read more...] about Cox Wins At Raven’s Nest
FEMA Assistance Available
WASHINGTON – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today announced that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the State of Texas to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the area affected by severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding beginning on March 7, 2016, and continuing. The President's action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in Jasper, Newton, and Orange counties. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help individuals … [Read more...] about FEMA Assistance Available
Saturday Update
A cold north wind blew through Orange County Saturday morning pushing the rushing river water out to the Gulf faster. The Cooper's Gully pump station went full force churning the draining water into the swift Sabine and streets were clearing. By late afternoon, most streets in Orange were clear of water. Water still stood at some places like the curve at DuPont Drive by the Port of Orange. The waters covered the soccer fields, the roadway and vacant land on the other side of street. Deep streams were at the Green Avenue end of Simmons Drive and at the east end. North of Interstate … [Read more...] about Saturday Update
LCM Has School Monday, Not WOC
Students in the West Orange – Cove CISD will NOT return for classes on Monday, March 21. A decision regarding school status for Tuesday, March 22 will be made Monday. Otherwise, WOCCISD campuses will open on Monday with limited staffing. All staff members are asked to check their emails regarding instructions. Staff members without email, will be contacted by their department directors with instructions. School for Little Cypress-Mauriceville CISD will open on Monday, as scheduled. Transportation will run at normal times. Residents in flooded areas should check the District … [Read more...] about LCM Has School Monday, Not WOC
SETX 16-17’s Win Tournament
The SETX Jr's 17s team won the spike sport tournament on Saturday March 19th in Houston. From left to right- coach Lawayne Siegert, Berkley Dobranski, Natalie Doucet, Hannah Weigraffe, Ally White, Kaitlyn Avery, Kayla Dominguez, Renna Toomey, and Kenneday Ratcliff. 16 Alpha of SETX Juniors Volleyball Club won the volleyball tournament they attended on Saturday 3/19 at Katy Elite. Pictured standing are (l to r): Brooke Smith, Taylor Kile, Triniti Willis, Natalie Nelson, Reyna Owens, Kaitlyn Gil, Coach Chris Willis. Middle Row (l to r): Isa Weizenegger, Abby Thames, … [Read more...] about SETX 16-17’s Win Tournament
Friday/Saturday Scores
BC 1 1 3 5 0 0 0- 10 LCM 0 0 1 2 0 2 0- 5 The Bridge City Cardinals used a 5-run fourth inning to open up a big lead and coasted to a 10-5 victory over the Little Cypress-Mauriceville Bears at Don Gibbens Field Friday night. It was a good start for the Cardinals in their district opener. The Bears drop to 1-1 in district with the loss. Winning pitcher Tod McDowell hit a two-run double down the left field line in the decisive fourth. Tanner Doiron … [Read more...] about Friday/Saturday Scores
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