The Bridge City Cardinals fell behind in the second quarter after having a 14-9 lead and never could catch up to the Coldspring Trojans, losing 57-54 in bidistrict action at East Chambers High School. BC had three players in double figures with Dane Piper scoring 10 and Graydon Glover and Justyn Romero putting in 12 each. It was Romero's defense that helped keep BC in the game. After the Trojans Trey Cole scored 20 first half points, Coach Larry Sterling assigned Romero to Cole and held him to two buckets and 6 total points in the 3-4 quarter. Coldspring will move on and play … [Read more...] about BC Falls to Coldspring 57-54
Lady Pirates Honored
Congratulations to the following Deweyville Girls Basketball players for their achievements in District 23-AAA: Alahna Apodaca, Sami Burch, and Mallory Hand were selected to the All-District Academic team and the Texas High School Coaches Association Academic All-State Honorable Mention team. Sarah Carter and Mallory Hand were selected to the All-District Honorable Mention team. Mallory Dotson was selected to the All-District First team, the All-District Academic team, and the Texas High School Coaches Association Academic All-State 2nd team. top row: L to R Mallory Hand, Alahna … [Read more...] about Lady Pirates Honored
Jerry Wayne Slone
Jerry Wayne Slone, of Deweyville, passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2016 at his home in Deweyville at the age of 55. Jerry was born on July 27, 1960 in Orange, Texas to Johnnie Mae (Stephens) and Jerry Dean Slone. He had lived in the Deweyville area for the past 43 years, prior in Orange, and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Deweyville. Jerry loved to hunt and fish with his boys and his baby girl, work on his tractor, relax on his back porch, and watch his kids and grandkids; that were the pride of his life. Jerry was a loving husband, father, uncle, brother, and friend; … [Read more...] about Jerry Wayne Slone
Carl “Glen” Hutson
Carl “Glen” Hutson, age 60, of Hartburg passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2016 at Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas. Glen was born in Orange, Texas to his parents Essie (Matthews) and Grover Lester Hutson. He enjoyed hunting, four-wheeling, and especially fishing. Above all else, he was a kind man who would give the shirt off his back if someone needed it. Glen was a loving brother and uncle with a large extended family; who loved spending time with his family and will be dearly missed. Glen was preceded in death by his parents, Essie and Grover Hutson; brothers, W.H. Hutson, … [Read more...] about Carl “Glen” Hutson
Sophisticats Bring Home Hardware
The Orangefield High School Sophisticats competed this weekend at Champion Contest at Cypress Woods High School. The girls won best in class for every dance they competed in for both officers and team. They received a judges award for all scores being above a 90, showmanship award and division champions. The Sophisticat officers and team both won Grand Champion! The Sophisticats are directed by Jill Morris and Jerri Graffagnino. … [Read more...] about Sophisticats Bring Home Hardware
BC Baseball Beats Kelly
The BC Cardinals fend off Kelly's late push Monday and hold on to win 8-6. Kelly wasn't able to overcome the big hole it dug itself, falling behind by seven runs in the fourth inning. For the Cards, Bradley Thibodaux reached base three times. He scored two runs and had one RBI. He singled in the fourth inning. Tod McDowell recorded the win for the Cardinals. He allowed one run over 2 1/3 innings. McDowell struck out four, walked four and gave up one hit. In the bottom of the first, Kelly grabbed the early lead, 1-0. The Cardinals went up for good in the second, scoring five runs on an … [Read more...] about BC Baseball Beats Kelly
Leigh Ann Coffin
Leigh Ann Coffin, 58, died Sunday, February 21, 2016 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Beaumont, Texas after a lengthy illness. She was born September 3, 1957 to Frank C. Coffin and Ruby Battle Coffin in Orange, Texas. Leigh attended Lufkin State School for many years until she returned home to live with her brother, Frank C. Coffin, Jr. Later she chose to live in a Spindletop group home where she made many friends and acquaintances. She loved country music and considered herself a songwriter. She loved to stay busy and could be found copying material from all sorts of books, crocheting, and … [Read more...] about Leigh Ann Coffin
Dorothy Jonson
Dorothy Jonson, 92, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 23, 2016, in Hemphill, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 25, 2016, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Keith Meyer, pastor of Old First Orange Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Egypt Cemetery in Colmesneil, Texas. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Born in Silsbee, Texas on February 23, 1924, she was the daughter of Napoleon Bonepart Poindexter and Vinnie Elizabeth Smyly. Dorothy was a longtime … [Read more...] about Dorothy Jonson
Officer Strikes Bicyclist
At approximately 12:15am, the Texas Department of Public Safety received a report of a crash between a bicyclist and a motor vehicle on the eastbound service road of Interstate 10 at Adams Bayou in Orange. The crash involved a police officer with the Orange Police Department. Initial reports indicate that the bicyclist was traveling west in the outside traffic lane of the eastbound service road of Interstate 10 at Adams Bayou. The police officer was traveling east in the outside lane of the eastbound service road. As the bicyclist traveled facing oncoming traffic, he was struck by the … [Read more...] about Officer Strikes Bicyclist
Beebe Talks Zika Virus
Concern of the spread of the Zika virus from South America to Southeast Texas is being addressed by Orange County Mosquito Control Director Patrick Beebe. As recently as this week Beebe has been in contact with the state health department concerning the Zika virus. Beebe said health officials are working to develop a test to detect the Zika virus. He indicated at this time there is not a test available. The Mosquito Control Department will continue to take samples and send them to Austin in the hopes a test will be developed to detect the Zika virus with approach of the spring and summer … [Read more...] about Beebe Talks Zika Virus
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