Charles “Charly” “Chuck” Ernest Brandon, Jr., 34, of Orange, Texas, passed away on November 19, 2015. A funeral service will be held at 7:00pm, Tuesday, November 24, 2015, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City, Texas. Officiating will be Pastor Laurie Smith. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 5:00pm. Born in Orange, Texas, on September 26, 1981, he was the son of Charles Ernest Brandon, Sr. and Sherry (Pepper) Brandon. Charles loved his father dearly and enjoyed spending time with his friends and cousins. He was a very hard worker who loved sports, especially … [Read more...] about Charles Ernest Brandon, Jr
WOS Knock Stripes Off Tigers
It was another dominating first half performance by the West Orange-Stark Mustangs as they defeated Wharton 47-15 to advance to the third round of the playoffs where they will face the Caldwell Hornets at 7pm on Friday at New Caney. The Mustangs led 40-2 at the half, rolling up 347 yds of offense to just 84 for the Tigers. QB Jack Dallas threw four first half touchdowns, two to Thomas Wallace, and one each to KJ Miller and Keion Hancock. The Chain Gang defense also held the Tigers to 0-7 on third down conversions in the first two quarters. Jarron Morris picked off two Trey Woods passes … [Read more...] about WOS Knock Stripes Off Tigers
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Bobcats fall to Buffaloes
Giddings 7 24 14 0- 45 Orangefield 0 7 0 6- 13 The Orangefield Bobcats were hoping to advance to the third round of the playoffs for the first time in the school’s history. Unfortunately, the Bobcats were buffaloed by the undefeated Giddings Buffaloes 45-13 Friday night at Pearland Stadium. Scoring on its first seven possessions Giddings (12-0) used a backup quarterback for the first half when the Buffaloes built up a 31-7 lead. Orangefield (6-6) was frustrated with its Slot T running … [Read more...] about Bobcats fall to Buffaloes
Local Trying To Help Kids
By Donovan Weldon II How would you feel if Christmas suddenly wasn't coming this year? Well for over 600 kids, it may not. I have recently learned that there is a community ran program that is designed to be a safe haven for kids after school and also during the holidays. This program is called Felix Road Adventure Playground (FRAP). This playground is located in Easton, Bristol. which is located in the United Kingdom. FRAP is located in an area which is one of the most deprived areas in southwest England. So this program allows kids to enjoy gifts, food, and festivities while their parents … [Read more...] about Local Trying To Help Kids
Bennie Lon Cotton
Bennie Lon Cotton, 83, of Orangefield, passed away on November 17, 2015, at Baptist Hospital in Beaumont. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 23, 2015, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Mary Williams Cemetery in Orangefield. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, November 21, 2015 and 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, November 22, 2015, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Born in Orange County, Texas, on January 6, 1932, he was the son of Willie Reese Cotton and Violet Garison Cotton. Dad was born on south 105 but lived … [Read more...] about Bennie Lon Cotton
Larry Starling Lee
Larry Starling Lee, 59, of Hartburg, Texas, passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at his residence following an illness. Born on November 18, 1956 in Port Arthur, Texas to his parents, Lerue and Katherine (Leuschner) Lee, he grew up in Nederland and graduated from Nederland High School, he lived in Hartburg for many years and he retired from the Transportation Department with the Port Neches – Groves I. S. D. After his retirement, he went to work as a Sales Associate for Home Depot and worked there until his passing. Larry was very passionate about Fishing and he enjoyed going with his … [Read more...] about Larry Starling Lee
Accident Friday on MacArthur
A collision on MacArthur Drive Friday about noon sent one person to a hospital. Orange police said a Chevrolet Camaro was being driven from the Granger properties. The Camaro was crossing from the north side to the south side. A Lincoln Continental was driving westward with the traffic flow and hit the Camaro. Acadian Ambulance took the Camaro driver, who is an employee of Granger Chevrolet, to the hospital. … [Read more...] about Accident Friday on MacArthur
EDC Has A Heartbeat
The board of directors for the Orange County Economic Development Corporation met for almost three hours Friday. The meeting was held in the Port District offices and was chaired by Port of Orange Director Gene Bouillon. There was support to keep the corporation alive, but there was no confirmed plan how to do it. County Judge Brint Carlton summarized the discussions by the board members during the meeting that there was still positive feedback to keep the group together. Judge Carlton admitted that part of the discussions in a closed session involved one or more possible candidates to … [Read more...] about EDC Has A Heartbeat
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