As the United States was pushing a space program to get to the moon, a lesser known project was pursued to study the core of the ocean floor. The information gathered by the Ocean Drilling Project proved the tectonic plate and continental drift theories of geology. The core samples gathered in the exploration are still being used today. And the worldwide science community wouldn't have the information without the blue collar workers in Orange. Levingston Shipbuilding Company construction the legendary Glomar Challenger. Pieces of the vessel are now in the collection of the Smithsonian … [Read more...] about Orange Built Glomar Challenger

A man lost control of his motorcycle Saturday afternoon around 5pm as he was turning from Sunset to 16th St. in Orange and laid it down.  Fortunately he was not struck by another car.  Although he was standing on his own when Acadian ambulance arrived, he was transported to the hospital for observation. … [Read more...] about Motorcycle Wreck

Shortly before midnight on July 31, OFD responded to a structure fire in the 1200 block of 1st street. The home was occupied by a family of three, 2 adults and 1 child. After interviewing the home owner it was determined the fire was accidentally set due to a candle being knocked over. One bedroom and a hallway was heavily damaged by fire while the remaining structure sustained smoke damage. The home owner was thankful for the Orange Fire Departments quick response which helped save the majority of their home. … [Read more...] about OFD Fights Fire on First

Scofflaw goes into effect                                                           August 3, 2015 Monday was the first day that the recently approved Texas Scofflaw went into effect in Orange County. The Commissioners Court approved implementing the Scofflaw at the end of June. It allows Orange County to deny the renewal of a vehicle registration for citizens who owe the county a fine or fee. Tax Assessor Collector Lynda Gunstream said the fines or fees are tied to those issued by the four justice of the peace offices in the county since those offices have the same computer software as her … [Read more...] about Owe a Fine or Fee? Read This

At approximately 8:00pm, there was a  motorcycle crash on FM 1004 near CR 3089 in Newton County.   A 1996 Honda motorcycle was traveling westbound on FM 1004.  As the vehicle went into a curve, the driver lost control of the motorcycle.  The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and was not wearing a helmet. The driver, Henry McIntyre III (37) of Vidor, was pronounced dead at the scene by Justice of the Peace Michael Greer. This is an ongoing crash investigation and there are no further details to be released at this time. … [Read more...] about Vidor Man Dies In Newton Co.

Orangefield Water Supply issued a boil water notice on Friday at 6 p.m. following a water main break and subsequent drop in water pressure. Oak Manor Subdivision is affected, with streets including Beverly, Holly Ridge, Laura, Holly and Devin. To ensure destruction of any harmful bacteria, water for drinking, cooking and ice-making should be boiled and cooled prior to consumption.  The water should be brought to a boil and remain boiling for two minutes. Water officials said they will notify residents when the water supply is safe and ready for consumption. Residents with concerns can contact … [Read more...] about Boil Water Notice in OF