Genevieve “Genny” LeBlanc, 69, of Orange, passed away on September 28, 2015, at her home, after a brief illness. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00am, Wednesday, September 30, 2015, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Joseph Daleo. Entombment will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will be from 5:00pm-8:00pm, Tuesday, at Claybar Funeral Home with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00pm. Born in Crowley, Louisiana, on December 9, 1945, she was the daughter of Harry S. Murray and Lucy (Watkins) Murray. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic … [Read more...] about Genevieve “Genny” LeBlanc
Lions Carnival Starts Wednesday!
ORANGE LIONS CLUB CHARITY CARNIVAL SEPTEMBER 30, OCTOBER 1,2,3 7,8,9,10 6:30 P.M. NIGHTLY ON BOTH WEDNESDAY NIGHTS BRING A CANNED GOOD AND RECEIVE FREE ENTRY TO THE PARK.ALL OTHER NIGHTS ADMISSION IS $3.00 FOR ADULTS 18 AND OVER, $2.00 FOR AGES 13-17 AND UNDER 12 IS FREE. SATURDAY OCTOBER 3RD IS KIDDIE DAY. GATES OPEN AT 4:00 P.M. FREE ENTRY UNTIL 6 P.M. THAT DAY. … [Read more...] about Lions Carnival Starts Wednesday!
James Hammett
James Hammett, 86, departed this world on September 26, 2015. He passed peacefully in the presence of his family. James was a minister, a carpenter and an avid fisherman. He loved to go to garage sales and collect "treasures". One of the favorite pastimes of the Grandchildren was to go looking at all the goodies he had stored away in his shed. He loved living at Toledo Bend Lake. He checked his boat and trotlines faithfully and visited with his neighbors daily. He was loved and will be missed by all who knew him. James is preceded in death by Brenda Hammett, Emma Dee Hammett, Earl Albert … [Read more...] about James Hammett
Naked Ladies in Area
The naked ladies are all over town to make their annual September appearance. They also go by the names of red spider lily, hurricane lily or surprise lily. The “naked lady” nickname comes because the blooms sprout up on long stems without leaves. “The blooms appear, seemingly magically, overnight,” says the Aggie Horticulture website by Texas A&M University. The lilies are also termed as an heirloom plant because they multiply easily and the small bulbs have been passed along through generations in the South. This time of the year, they pop up in unexpected places. The red spider … [Read more...] about Naked Ladies in Area
Marriage Licenses Sept 21-25
Marriage License: Issued By The Office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk For the Week of September 21, 2015 thru September 25, 2015. Eric D. Johnson and Desiree A. Whitney Michael S. Maier and Anna R. Alfarano Dorman W. Eaves and Kari N. Watson Joshua G. Hammers and Carly R. Bales Cody R. Welch and Madison L. Rutherford Jesse A. Carter and Hillary A. Blackwell Brandon T. Shelton and Dana L. Langston Paul D. Seals, Jr and Jacqueline S. Brittain … [Read more...] about Marriage Licenses Sept 21-25
Check Presented
Members of the Orange Peel Out Car Club presented a check for $5500 to Brian Avila and Erin Kennedy for medical expenses. The money was raised during their car show a few weeks ago. President Mary Murray and VP Mike Comeaux thank everyone that was involved in the event. … [Read more...] about Check Presented
Foster 42 WOS 14
Tickets for the WOS vs. Newton(Pink Out) football game will be on sale in the Athletic Office the following dates and times: Thursday, October 1st - 9:00-12:00 and 1:00-3:00pm Friday, October 2nd - 9:00-12:00pm ONLY Ticket prices are $5 for Reserved tickets and $2 for students. All tickets at the gates are $5. … [Read more...] about Foster 42 WOS 14
Mathis Crowned Queen
Megan Mathis (left) was crowned the Homecoming Queen at the Deweyville football game Friday night. She's joined by Duchess Madison Tubbs. The Pirates also won the game, beating West Sabine 12-0. … [Read more...] about Mathis Crowned Queen
Bobcats Clip Eagles
The Orangefield Bobcats held Newton scoreless in the second half to beat the Eagles 24-21 at Singletary Stadium. It's the second straight year that OF has taken down the mighty state-ranked Eagles. OF scored first and Newton responded with a TD and the Bobcats lead 7-6. Newton would take the lead and complete a 2 point conversion to lead 14-7 after one quarter. The Bobcats outscored Newton 10-7 in the second quarter and the Eagles led at the half 21-17. The two battled in the second half and OF took advantage of an Eagle turnover to take the 24-21 lead. Newton was moving the ball … [Read more...] about Bobcats Clip Eagles
Snow White in Vidor
Vidor High Pirate players are presenting Snow White. They will host a character breakfast on Saturday, October 3 at 10 a.m. at Vidor High, followed by the production of Snow White at 11 a.m. Tickets are $10 each. Please order tickets from aconrad@vidorisd.org. … [Read more...] about Snow White in Vidor
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