Mildred Louise Daughtry Furlough, 80, of Orange, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2015 at the Vidor Health and Rehabilitation Center in Vidor. Born on December 22, 1934 in Orange, Texas to her parents, Bernice and Ollie (Bowman) Daughtry. She was a lifelong resident of Orange and she enjoyed painting, sewing, reading and spending time with her family. Mildred is preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Mona Garone. Those who will most treasure her memory are her husband of 62 years, Sidney Furlough of Orange; her daughter, Brenda Teal of Orange; her son, Jeff Furlough, Sr. of … [Read more...] about Mildred Louise Daughtry Furlough
Wet Week in Forecast
The National Weather Service is calling for the wettest week since June with Sunday thru Tuesday being the wettest days. Those days will also see heavy winds. Monday's high is only expected to be 90 degrees. … [Read more...] about Wet Week in Forecast
Orange County is under a Burn Ban
Orange County is under a Burn Ban as of Monday, Aug. 10 … [Read more...] about Orange County is under a Burn Ban
LCFD Gets Big Sales Tax Check
The Little Cypress Fire and Rescue Department will soon be losing the sales tax income from the International Paper containerboard mill. But a large check this month will help cover operating expenses for a while. The Texas Comptroller's Office reports Orange County Emergency Services District No. 3 is getting $251,351 in sales taxes this month. The ESD governs the Little Cypress fire department. The monthly payment to the ESD is $6,121 less than the month's payment to the City of Orange and is more than the cities of Bridge City and West Orange combined. The amount of money covers sales … [Read more...] about LCFD Gets Big Sales Tax Check
Terry James Comeaux
Terry James Comeaux, 57, of Orange, Texas, died Monday, August 10, 2015, at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 15, 2015, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Officiating will be Bud Davis and the eulogy will be given by Joe Broussard. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens near Bridge City with Clint Pruitt officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m. Serving as pallbearers will be Clint Comeaux, Ben Comeaux, Tyler Clark, Joe Broussard, Lance Kesler, Gerrell Smith, James Chance and Scott Taylor. … [Read more...] about Terry James Comeaux
Police visit stores about gaming
Orange police have been going to some businesses to give letters explaining the Texas laws on gaming machines like 8-liners. Police Chief Lane Martin said the police department has received a few complaints about stores giving money for winning at the gaming machines. Gambling is illegal in Texas and is a Class A misdemeanor under the penal code. The punishment is a fine up to $4,000 plus up to a year in a county jail. The state allows gaming machines to be used "solely for amusement" with non-cash prizes, toys or novelties. Chief Martin said some store clerks may not know about the statutes. … [Read more...] about Police visit stores about gaming
OC Sheriffs Calls Aug. 4-10
Orange County Sheriff's Office Calls August 4-10 Theft from motor vehicle, 12:44 a.m. August 5, 8000 block West Ashford Park in Orangefield. Aggravated assault, 1:58 a.m. August 5, 3100 block Timberlake Drive in Bridge City. Theft, 8:03 a.m. August 5, 6400 block FM 1006 in Orange. Burglary of a habitation, 11 a.m. August 5, 3100 block Paloma Road in Little Cypress. Possession of methamphetamine, 1:43 p.m. August 5, South Dewitt Street at Lindberg Drive in Vidor. Possession of methamphetamine, 2:43 p.m. August 5, 700 block Concord Street in Vidor. Assault with knife … [Read more...] about OC Sheriffs Calls Aug. 4-10
Wires Down on Allie Payne
Just before 12 noon Thursday, a moving 18 wheeler pulled down these power lines on top of this truck on Allie Payne near the LCM Intermediate School. Some residents in the area were left without power and the road was closed, but it has since re-opened. … [Read more...] about Wires Down on Allie Payne
Volleyball Schedules
2015 Vidor Volleyball Schedule … [Read more...] about Volleyball Schedules
BCISD Athletics Hall of Honor
In its ongoing effort to honor and celebrate its rich tradition of success, the Bridge City Athletic Department is proud to announce the formal organization of the BRIDGE CITY ISD ATHLETICS HALL OF HONOR. BCISD Athletic Director Richard Briggs shared that “The Bridge City Athletic Department is pleased to announce the formation of this Hall of Honor. Though we have honored former student-athletes in a variety of ways over the years, we have not had a formal display and process by which to ensure these individuals are given the recognition they have earned to celebrate those accomplishments … [Read more...] about BCISD Athletics Hall of Honor
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