On Wednesday, August 13, 2014, around 10:30 a.m., Orange County Sheriff’s Narcotics Deputies conducted a search warrant at 1215 Hwy 12, Apartment A, in Vidor, stemming from an investigation of illegal drug activity. During the search warrant, Deputies found approximately 40 grams of Methamphetamine in the residence. The occupants of the residence, all from Vidor, were arrested and booked into the Orange County Jail for Possession of a Controlled Substance, a 2nd Degree Felony. The names of those arrested were (left to right): Christian Swaim, 33 year old white female, Ginger Swaim, 57 year old … [Read more...] about 40 Grams of Meth Found in Vidor
Mustang Preview
The West Orange-Stark Mustangs made another good run last season winning the district championship and advancing to the quarterfinals. Coach Cornel Thompson has some solid players back from that team that he can build another contender for state this year. In the offensive line three-year starters Paul Hebert is at right tackle, Josh Orebo will be at center, and Octavious Crosson will see time in the offensive line. Thompson expects tremendous contributions from Will Johnson at wide receiver, and Chase Rutledge is back for his senior year as the Mustangs’ starting quarterback. These should all … [Read more...] about Mustang Preview
Church Music Minister Indicted on Child Sexual Assault
A former church music minister indicted in two North Texas counties for sexual assault of a child is a former Bridge City resident and previously worked with churches in Bridge City. 23-year-old Garrett Kyler surrendered to authorities this week. He has been indicted on the felony counts in Dallas and Rockwall counties. Kyler attended Bridge City High School but did not graduate from the school. He has also worked as a music minister for a Beaumont Methodist church. … [Read more...] about Church Music Minister Indicted on Child Sexual Assault
Joshua Luke McDonald Sentences
Friday Judge Courtney Arkeen of the 128th District Court ruled that two of the six 15-year sentences against Joshua Luke McDonald will be served consecutively. McDonald pleaded guilty in June to six counts of sexual assault involving two females under the age of 17 back in 2011 and 2012. An 8 man, 4 woman jury in the 128th District Court heard evidence Monday and Tuesday during the sentencing phase of the case. The jury deliberated about 3 ½ hours before sentencing McDonald on Wednesday to 15 years in state prison on each of the 6 counts against him. Judge Arkeen’s ruling today was made on a … [Read more...] about Joshua Luke McDonald Sentences
Orange Water Bills, Possible October Bill Increase
People in the city of Orange might have to pay a little extra on their monthly water and sewer bills starting in October. City Manager Shawn Oubre is proposing the city have a 3.4 percent increase in water and sewer rates. If a household pays $50 a month for water and sewer, the increase would add $1.70 a month. Oubre and the city staff gave City Council the proposed budget for the 2014-15 fiscal year this week. In a letter to the council members, the manager said the water and sewer fund has a $606,000 deficit in the current budget year. The city did not raise rates last year but can make up … [Read more...] about Orange Water Bills, Possible October Bill Increase
In Consideration: Navy Park or Sunset Park Splash Pad and Fountains
The Orange City Council is considering installing a round splash pad with fountains to play in at either Navy Park or Sunset Park. The council met Tuesday morning and the park improvements were part of the agenda. Planning Director Jimmie Lewis presented two plans for putting in a splash pad plus a small skate park at one of the parks. Public Works Director Jim Wolf said the splash pad would be 43 feet in diameter. The spray fountains could be turned on and off and would not run all the time. The skate park area would be built of stainless steel and include half of a half pipe used for tricks. … [Read more...] about In Consideration: Navy Park or Sunset Park Splash Pad and Fountains
Orys C. “Gunny” Gunstream, Jr.
Orys C. “Gunny” Gunstream, Jr. On September 20, 2013, the world lost a gentleman and a friend to all. Orys Gunstream slipped the bonds of earth after a lengthy illness. He was a native of Orange, Texas, born August 8, 1926. Orys was known as a family man who loved family gatherings, was a master machinist, was one of the Great Generation of WWII and a man of his word. He was that friend upon who we had no fear to call…he was always there for us. He served in the US Navy in WWII as a machinist mate and retired as a Master Chief Petty Officer in the Naval Reserve. He retired from DuPont Sabine … [Read more...] about Orys C. “Gunny” Gunstream, Jr.
Barbara Jean Weeks
Barbara Jean Weeks, 84, of Deweyville passed away on Friday, September 20, 2013 at Beauregard Memorial Hospital in DeRidder, LA. Barbara was a native and life long resident of Deweyville; born on September 30, 1928 to parents Katie Emmer and Martin Emanuel Smith. She lived last few months in Merryville with her daughter. Barbara had worked at a nurse’s aid at Evening Roses in Port Arthur. She was a member of Pinehurst United Pentecostal Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Martin Smith; sister, Etta Lackey, Emeron Smith, Mary Corry, Faye Stovall, Vira Lyons; borthers, … [Read more...] about Barbara Jean Weeks
Earl Hart “Bubba” Savoie, Jr.
Earl Hart "Bubba" Savoie, Jr., 54, of Orange, formerly of Jennings, passed away Monday, September 16, 2013 at his residence. Bubba was born on September 17, 1958 in Jennings, Louisiana to his parents, the late, Earl Hart Savoie, Sr. and the late, Dolories Donita (Dupont) Savoie. Bubba lived in Orange for the last 17 years, he was of the Baptist faith, he loved spending time with his nieces and nephews and he enjoyed shopping and having lunch with his friends. Bubba is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Cindy Savoie. Those who will most cherish his memory are his sisters, Minette … [Read more...] about Earl Hart “Bubba” Savoie, Jr.
Phyllis Lavern Taylor
Phyllis Lavern Taylor, 75, of Orange, passed away Friday, September 13, 2013, in her home. A memorial service will be 6pm, Wednesday, September 18, 2013, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Visitation will begin at 5pm, Wednesday at the funeral home. Born in West Columbia, Texas, on July 30, 1938, Phyllis was the daughter of Clyde Leslie Duncan and Judy Skeen Duncan. She had a passion for outdoors and thoroughly enjoyed camping. However, her true love was for her family and really relished being a grandma. Phyllis was preceded in death by her father, Clyde Duncan; daughter, Julia Collett … [Read more...] about Phyllis Lavern Taylor
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