A federal grand jury in Beaumont has returned a two-count indictment charging a Louisiana resident with bank robbery and firearms violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs. The indictment charges Charleston Jamal Washington, 36, of Lafayette, Louisiana, with bank robbery and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence. The FBI in joint efforts with local law enforcement arrested Washington on September 19, 2024 in Lafayette, Louisiana pursuant to a sealed criminal complaint alleging the same charges. According to the indictment, on July … [Read more...] about Man Indicted For Vidor Bank Robbery
Kandi Ann Johnston
Kandi Ann Johnston, age 69, of Orange, Texas, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024, in Beaumont, Texas. Arrangements were made under the care of Dorman Funeral Home. Kandi was born in Orange, Texas, on Friday, May 20, 1955, to proud parents Cora Lee and Kenneth Book, “Book Book and “Bear”. Kandi had a sweet smile and loved watching the Houston Astros play baseball. She will be deeply missed by all that knew her. Kandi is preceded in death by her parents Cora Lee and Kenneth Book; sister, Cindy Allen; brother, Shane Book and her niece Beck Book. Those … [Read more...] about Kandi Ann Johnston
Wk. 6 Football Schedule/Scores
It's that time where we say, "It's already Week 6 of the High School Football Season!" The Mustangs are off this week along with a few others but there's plenty of excitement on the field Friday night. Vidor (1-3) at BC (4-0)LCM (2-2) vs Hardin-Jefferson (3-2)Orangefield(3-2) at Anahuac(4-1)Deweyville(4-1) at Colmesneil(2-3) Memorial (4-1) at Galveston Ball(5-0)Nederland (3-1) at Dayton(2-2)PNG (4-0) at Huntsville(4-1)Lumberton (0-4) at Huffman(4-0)Warren(1-4) at Woodville(4-1)Kirbyville(3-2) at Coldspring(3-1)Liberty(0-4) at Livingston(0-4)Shepherd(1-3) at Diboll(1-3)Newton(2-3) at … [Read more...] about Wk. 6 Football Schedule/Scores
Fresh/Saltwater Fishing Report
Weekly Fishing Report Week of October 2, 2024 Sam RayburnFAIR. Water slightly stained; 80 degrees; 0.82 feet below pool. Bass are schooling more in the morning so expect more topwater action on grass edges and points. Crappie are fair on standing timber in 27 feet on brush piles with minnows over jigs. Blue and channel catfish are fair in 24-27 feet of water and in the river bends on cut bait and minnows. Report by Captain Lynn Atkinson, Reel Um N Guide Service. Lake level is holding steady, but expect the lake to drop to 5-7 feet low to continue to work on the dam in the future. Fish are … [Read more...] about Fresh/Saltwater Fishing Report
GTP Heavy Haul Schedule
ORANGE COUNTY – Golden Triangle Polymers has scheduled heavy hauls on the dates listed below. The northbound lane of SH 87 between SH 62 and the Orange County Airport will be closed intermittently during these hauls. Please use an alternate route and expect delays. Oct. 3: 9AM - 12PMOct. 4: 9AM - 11AM (trailer return)Oct. 5: 9AM - 1PMOct. 10: 9AM - 1PMOct. 11: 9AM - 1PMOct. 15: 9AM - 1PMOct. 17: 9AM - 1PMOct. 18: 9AM - 1PM **All Heavy Hauls are Subject to Change and Weather Permitting** - … [Read more...] about GTP Heavy Haul Schedule
Scarecrow Festival Begins Oct. 8
Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center is thrilled to invite the public to come experience the changing season at the 14th Annual Scarecrow Festival. This beloved community event offers visitors an opportunity to stroll through the transformed autumnal gardens featuring flowering displays and thousands of pumpkins. The festival showcases all that nature has to offer, as well as the talent and creativity of community members who create unique scarecrow displays featuring recycled and repurposed materials. Scarecrow Festival begins October 8 and culminates with a day of family fun at … [Read more...] about Scarecrow Festival Begins Oct. 8
Child Care Training at OHS
Mrs. Spears' Principles of Education and Training classes at Orangefield hand wrote and illustrated children's books. Each book had to contain a moral and a rhyme scheme. Apple Tree graciously allowed them to go over and read the books to the kids. While there, they toured the facility and learned about the possible career opportunities within child care. … [Read more...] about Child Care Training at OHS
Denise Yvonne Broussard
Denise Yvonne Broussard, 71, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 21, 2024, in Orange, Texas. A Memorial Mass will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 4, 2024, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange, Texas. Officiating will be Reverend Antony Paulose of St. Mary Catholic Church. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, Texas, with a Rosary service taking place at 7:30 p.m. Born in Houston, Texas, on May 23, 1953, she was the daughter of Floyd Edward Golemon and Nancy Kathryn Lambeth. Denise had the biggest heart … [Read more...] about Denise Yvonne Broussard
Annabeth Mann (Applewhite)
Annabeth Mann (Applewhite) a cherished wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of God, passed away on September 5, 2024, at her home in El Paso surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 1, 1938, in Joinerville, Texas, to Walter B. and Florence Purdy, Annabeth grew up in Orange Texas. She was a graduate of Stark High School (1956) and Sam Houston State College (1960), where she earned her degree in English and served as Rush Chairman for the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. Annabeth’s teaching career began at Memorial High School, where she taught … [Read more...] about Annabeth Mann (Applewhite)
Catarina Rodriguez Guerra
Catarina Rodriguez Guerra, 98, of Orange, Texas, passed away on September 30, 2024, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. A Mass of Christian Burial service will be held at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, October 5, 2024, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Antony Paulose. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m., Friday, October 4, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with a Rosary at 6:00 p.m., with Deacon Melvin Payne officiating. Born in Ocampo Coahuila, Mexico, on April 30, 1926, she was the daughter of Rodrigo … [Read more...] about Catarina Rodriguez Guerra
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