Alicia Orta Blanchard, 79, of Orange, Texas, passed away on July 1, 2024, peacefully at home. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, July 5, 2024, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Orange. Officiating will be Father Antony Paulose. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Orange. Visitation will begin prior to the service at 9:00 a.m., Friday, July 5, 2024, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange, with a Rosary to begin at 10:00 a.m. Born in Orange, Texas, on March 12, 1945, she was the daughter of Martin M. Orta and Carmen (Fernadez) Orta. Alicia will be dearly missed by all … [Read more...] about Alicia Orta Blanchard
David Ray Alexander
David Ray Alexander, Sr., 81 of Conroe passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024. He was born in Kilbourne, Louisiana to Charlie and Eula Alexander on August 26, 1942. David served in the United States Air Force from 1962 until 1966 during the Vietnam era and was stationed for 18 months in Tripoli. He enjoyed raising horses and everything that it entailed, riding his tractor and supporting his Houston Astros. David was a loving, kind and passionate person. His family was his first priority. He will be greatly missed, but will forever live in our hearts. He is survived by his loving wife of 18 … [Read more...] about David Ray Alexander
Vehicle Inspection Changes Coming
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds Texans of upcoming changes to the state’s Vehicle Safety Inspection Program that will eliminate most vehicle safety inspections. House Bill 3297, which was passed by the 88th Legislature and signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott in 2023, abolishes the Vehicle Safety Inspection Program for non-commercial vehicles. Beginning January 1, 2025, non-commercial vehicles will no longer need a vehicle safety inspection prior to registration. However, all non-commercial vehicles in the state will be subject to a $7.50 inspection program … [Read more...] about Vehicle Inspection Changes Coming
Boil Water Notice In Mauriceville (UPDATE)
Boil Water Notice Rescinded7/3/2024 Due to a leak on a 6-inch water main on Morris Road, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the Mauriceville Municipal Utility District (TX1810144) public water system to notify customers on Morris Road and from Morris Road down FM 1130 East and South towards FM 1078, this includes all roads off of FM 1130 East and South of Morris Road to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to … [Read more...] about Boil Water Notice In Mauriceville (UPDATE)
McGrath Joins LU Baseball
Sean McGrath has been named as Lamar University’s new pitching coach announced LU head baseball coach Will Davis Tuesday afternoon. McGrath joins the Cardinals after spending the previous two seasons with the Iowa Hawkeyes. McGrath brings several years of experience with him to the Golden Triangle which includes stops in the Big 10 within MLB organizations. “We were blown away when we brought Sean in,” said Davis. “He has a knowledge of how to train pitchers to maximize their individual skill sets in a very modern way. He also has the experience of running both DI and professional … [Read more...] about McGrath Joins LU Baseball
Wellness Wednesdays
Lace up your sneakers and come enjoy a dose of nature’s healing at Shangri La Botanical Gardens! Starting March 6, the gardens will open at 7:00 a.m. every Wednesday through October. Admission is free! No reservations are required. Walk your way to better health, energize your mind with meditation, read a book or watch nature’s art. Strengthen your body with yoga, and spend quality time with family and friends. Be sure to dress comfortably, wear walking shoes and bring water to stay hydrated. Visitors of all ages and fitness levels are invited to take a journey through the gardens for mind, … [Read more...] about Wellness Wednesdays
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Jo Ellen Oldbury
Jo Ellen Oldbury, 63, of Mauriceville, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, June 29th, 2024. A longtime resident of Mauriceville, Jo Ellen was a devoted member of First Baptist Church Mauriceville. She cherished spending time with her grandchildren and had a fondness for Sonic diet cokes. She is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Robert Oldbury of Mauriceville, TX; her daughter, Joi Crosiar and husband Ryan of Mauriceville, TX; and her stepchildren, Kyle Herman Oldbury of Little Cypress, TX, and Kirsten Dale Hudnall of Little Cypress, TX. Jo Ellen also leaves behind her … [Read more...] about Jo Ellen Oldbury
My Five Cents
A monthly column from Sen. Robert Nichols Here are five things happening around your state: 1. Texas Energy Fund oversubscribed The Public Utility Commission of Texas announced this month that the newly created Texas Energy Fund (TEF) has received 125 notices of intent to apply for the In-ERCOT Generation Loan program. The notices request almost $40 billion in financing for new dispatchable power generation projects. This indicates strong industry response and interest in the low-interest loan program created by the Legislature last year. The initial program was designed to provide … [Read more...] about My Five Cents
Major Traffic Issue in Beaumont (UPDATE)
UPDATE: TxDOT reopened the area of I-10 Tuesday morning after putting a barrier over the crack to keep vehicles off the crack. From Beaumont Police: Due to a significant crack in the roadway, I-10 at Washington (Southbound, toward Houston) is currently closed. Traffic is being diverted off of the highway at the Washington exit. Motorists can travel on the service road and re-enter the highway at Walden Road. BPD Officers are directing traffic on the service road. … [Read more...] about Major Traffic Issue in Beaumont (UPDATE)
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