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

SUV gone after keys left inside One quick step into a store wasn't quick enough for a customer at Tractor Supply off Interstate 10. The man's SUV was stolen. Orange police were called at 9:08 a.m. Thursday to the store. The man said he had left the keys in the SUV and the door unlocked because he was going inside for about 10 minutes. The missing vehicle is a gray 1999 Toyota 4Runner.   Rejected man threatens to burn, bomb truck stop Police are investigating threats to bomb and burn down the Flying J truck stop at Interstate 10 and Highway 62. Orange Police Officer C.J. … [Read more...] about Orange Police Respond to Several Calls

Marriage License: Issued By The Office of Brandy Robertson, Orange County Clerk For the Week of July 27, 2015 thru July 31, 2015 Dylan K. McGlothin and Sarah E. Nolen Jason C. Maddox and Jessica R. Trammell Walter H. Conner and Natalie D. Tarnosky Steven E. Skibicki Jr.  and Kayla M. West Corey D. Janice and Jere’ L. Dailey Kyle H. Quick and Allison G. Watson   … [Read more...] about Marriage Licenses July 27-31

On July 24 someone broke into Gopher Industrial on Highway 62 and stole two Miller Plasma Cutting Machines valued at $5000.  If you have seen them or have any info about the burglary, please call the Orange County Sheriffs Dept. at 883-2612. … [Read more...] about Business Burglarized